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✔ Independent artists need a stage. Most musicians struggle with booking gigs—mélo changes that.
✔ Live music increases revenue & foot traffic. Venues with live performances see a 33% boost in sales and patrons stay 20% longer.
Small gigs are in demand—host your own private concert or discover raw, intimate, and underground music experiences.
✔ House parties, weddings, anywhere.
✔ Acoustic sets to full bands.
✔ No agents, no stress. Just music.
Tyler
Musician
Jeff
Venue Owner
Erin
Host
Alex
Fan
Georgina
Fan
Mélo is a live music marketplace that makes it easy to book grassroots artists for non-traditional gigs—whether it’s a pub, private event, or even your own backyard.
For Artists: Get discovered and booked without agents, awkward negotiations, or playing for “exposure.”
For Venues: Instantly find local talent that fits your vibe, book with one click—no contracts, no middlemen.
For Fans & Private Hosts: Discover emerging artists and book your own gigs—whether it’s a house party, wedding, or park hangout.
Mélo is a true, tech-first marketplace, not a clunky service directory. Unlike platforms that still rely on agents, contracts, and weird pricing schemes, Mélo lets anyone instantly book a band, just like booking an Airbnb.
We also focus on emerging artists—bridging the gap between “open mic” musicians and those getting their first paid gigs.
We are currently in pre-launch—join our waitlist to be the first to access mélo!
Mélo is built for artists still in the “open mic” stage of gigging—those who are talented and ready to play live but lack social media presence, industry connections, or booking experience.
If you have:
• Less than 1,000 monthly Spotify listeners
• No agent or booking team
• No idea where to start with live gigs
Then mélo is made for you.
1. Create a profile → Add your music, links, and gig preferences.
2. Get discovered → Venues and fans can find and book you.
3. Confirm details → Enter a chat with the booker and agree on logistics.
4. Get paid → Payment is held until gig completion, then deposited into your account.
Yes! You control your pricing. When a booker selects you, they pay upfront, and the fee is held securely until the gig is complete.
• Bookers pay upfront when confirming the gig.
• Funds are held securely by mélo.
• Once the gig is completed, the payment is released to your bank account.
This ensures fairness and protection for both artists and bookers.
No! mélo is 100% free for artists.
• If a booker cancels within the agreed timeframe, no transaction occurs.
• If a last-minute cancellation happens, a fee applies to the cancelling party (artist or booker).
This ensures fairness—you won’t be left hanging without payment if a booker drops out.
Yes! While you’ll have a home city, you can declare a travel range. Nothing stops you from taking gigs wherever you want.
It depends on the venue/booker. Artists can declare what they have/need, and bookers list available gear.
Yes! mélo has a transparent rating and review system—great artists get recognized and booked more often.
Absolutely not. Mélo is about empowering musicians. You can book gigs anywhere—Sofar Sounds, Ticketmaster, Bandcamp, agents, whatever. Just remember us when you make it big 😉.
Mélo is perfect for venues that want live music without hassle—no agents, no messy contracts, no endless emails.
Ideal for:
• Pubs & Bars looking for easy live music programming.
• Event Spaces wanting on-demand local talent.
• Restaurants & Cafés adding ambiance with live performances.
1. Browse artists → Search by style, vibe, or availability.
2. Hit “Book” → Artists will receive your request.
3. Confirm details in chat → Agree on logistics.
4. Showtime! The artist performs, and you get an amazing live music experience.
Artists set their own prices. What you see is what you pay—mélo’s fee is already included.
If an artist drops out late, we ensure a cancellation fee applies, so you’re not left scrambling.
Yes! You can set up weekly/monthly slots to keep your venue’s music schedule full.
Artists declare their equipment needs in their profiles—some bring gear, some require a PA. You’ll see this before booking.
Yes! Mélo makes it easy to host live music anywhere—a backyard, living room, or even a public park.
1. Browse local artists
2. Choose when & where
3. Confirm the gig—Once you and the artist agree, your payment is held securely.
4. Enjoy your private concert!
Artists set their own prices, so you’ll see a range of options based on style, experience, and gig type.
• Cancel within the agreed timeframe? Full refund.
• Last-minute cancellations? A fee applies to the cancelling party.
We hold payment until after the gig—if something goes wrong, you’re protected.
If you’re hosting in a park or public space, check local noise ordinances and permits.
• Payments are held securely until the gig is complete.
• Rating & review system for artists and bookers.
• Dispute resolution support—if issues arise, Mélo steps in.
If an issue can’t be resolved in the chat, mélo acts as a third-party mediator—similar to Airbnb’s dispute process.
Yes! We’re available to assist with any issues before, during, and after your gig.
Currently, mélo does not offer insurance. We recommend bookers and venues check local event insurance policies if needed.
The current system is broken—artists struggle to find gigs, venues don’t know where to book artists, and live music lovers want unique experiences.