What makes your show different?

Our shows are different in a few ways, 1st off we encourage singers to sing 2 songs at a time until we have 8 singers or more.

Many times we choose our singers songs if they are regular singers. They seem to really like that makes them feel special.

We try to go to every table and speak to them until it is too busy to do so, whether they are singers or not.

Every style is different, what makes yours unique?

Since we operate a CPS system and use an almost totally automated system... we offer a unique approach to karaoke.

With the automation we can offer a self-enque system where singers don't have to wait for the KJ to be available to take a request. They simply go up to a kiosk and enter their name and the song they want to sing and they are automatically added to the rotation.

No need to ask "When will I be up?" because the singer's kiosk shows the current playlist and you can see your name on it and know how many singers are ahead of you... if you really need to know how long that is just a click away just ask the KJ.

Because we operate via PC and mix on the PC size is not so much a problem for small venues... and as an extra bonus I have a rack full of EQs and effects to choose and play with.

And if there is an internet connection available singers can request new songs that aren't currently available locally and for a price they can be downloaded instantly and legally via a web store built into the karaoke software that buys from Tricerasoft. This adds a potential 3000 plus songs added to my existing library just a click away.

Comming soon I'll be adding an Air Card so that where there isn't an internet connection I'll be covered.

One other thing that we can do is broadcast a live show via StreamCast when a broadband connection is available. And with a simple WebCam we can broadcast video as well. This is something I don't advertise yet because I am still perfecting it. Limitation is bandwidth so in some cases it can't be done affectively but can be recorded and then broadcasted later if live capablity isn't there.

My answer is simple. Me.

My answer is simple. Me.

We always knew you were strange and different anyway that's not news....:sqlaugh:

I play lots of current hip hop / top 40 and make sure all the non-singers have a good time.

Every rotation I take at lease a 3 song break.

I play music during every singer if people start danceing I make the singer wait to sing.

I play games and give away free beer.

I play games and give away free beer.


Did you say FREE BEER?!?!

Oh cmon Carolyn, like you had to ask..

Same as JW.. Totally different experience. Hardcore karaoke singers love it, it's a little intimidating for n00bs but once they get it, they got it.

JW try uhhm stickam.com

I think the really big thing that makes me different though is my show is all about the community. Check out all the activity on our website.

http://www.7bamboo.com

My singers are what makes this place. From the karaoke collection, to the buzz about different topics on the website. The entire operation runs as smooth as one big machine.

I'm just here to grease the wheels so to speak.

I'll only say what I've been told. It's the way I interact with my patrons, and also, they see the fact that I'm having fun. My patrons (singers and non alike) say they feel like they are part of a karaoke family, and they say it's thanks to me. I guess that they mean it, because if one of my regulars isn't going to show, the odds are they will call and tell me- some even apologize. They know I care. How cool is that? When I start a new venue, as I did recently on Tuesdays, I text a few, and the new place loads up just to make sure I have starters. The do this for me. I love 'em all, and they know it..

Ya see, I've found that if I make it special and fun for them, they do the same for me.


Yes, I run slide shows and videos of them on occasion, lights, good equipment, whatever....but so do others.


Example: All of my regs have nicknames- Eeeeconomy Size Joe, Bearded Sage, The Hamster, Mamaduke- The Great Dane (his name's Dane), Pocket Cutie, The Redneck Goddess, The Evening Angel, Beeyootyful Chris, White Velvet, Kamikaze Kat, Princess ( a 250 pound biker ), etc... Like Don Rickles, where people ask to be insulted, these people can't wait for a nickname.

Whatever I can do to personalize and make them feel special....:sqwink:

welp...here's my first ever post...we ( the flame and smoke ) never permit "down time"..there is always some type of music going, either karaoke or dance..we do as DJ Cam and watch for the dancers then move immediately into the DJ side for a few songs...one different thing we have are local and national sponsors..we give away t-shirts, jackets, ball caps, hotel rooms w/ jacuzzis, motor cycle leather, discount coupons for restuarants and food product constantly plus, if i see a new returning face i'll "talk' them up in front of everone and buy them a beer thanking them for becoming an "ODYSSEY PLUS" groupie..we also have a regular skit called the HAT DANCE where everyone gets a hat of some nature, cowboy-baseball-elf-santa, doesn't matter and then play " You can leave your hat on" by Joe Cocker...this is a regular routine in ALL of our shows and our "goupies" love it..we promote a lot of our own events( i'm a professional event promoter) like singles dances, karaoke contests and "theme" parties ('50-'60 music-disco-costume) in a lot of different communities surrounding us so our patrons don't get bored with normality...i suppose the advantage we have are our sponsors...for our last karaoke contest-held in a convention center-we collected over $8500 in sponsorship donations plus generated over $7500 in entry fees not to mention the percentage split from concessions and alcohol...when you have that much to give out as prize money, it's not hard to gather over 500 people for a contest...great exposure for future bookings, also..wedding-birthday-so on...lastly, we over dress for all our shows..i have 2 tuxedos and smoke has over 10 gowns and evening dresses...if it's not " long neck, cowboy boot night" it's dress to the 9s...

Hi Flame! Welcome to Our DJ Talk!

Sounds like you have a great show there. Love the dress to the 9's idea.

thanks carolyn...dress for success as a very smart person once said!!

So smoke is female or not? And how rude thanks Flame for sharing thats the Karaoke show I always wanted to promote but didnt take the proper steps.

jon...yes, smoke is female...you can promote any type of event you choose..just take the first step...put together a prospective, solicate sponsors, find a hall, coordinate resources, insure your promotion package is solid and POOF!!!...your event materializes..but remember, promotions is serious high risk..you can make a bundle or loss you A---!!!!...move slow and start with only useable working capital that will not break you if the event fails..the secret is SPONSORS, lot's of them..big and small..plus negociate a split of profits off everything related to your event...alcohol, concessions, t-shirt sales and so on..

Welcome aboard Flame! I've been at this for many years and never once thought about promoting my own event......hmmmm....great food for thought and I'm going to look into it. Thanks again.

jon...yes, smoke is female...you can promote any type of event you choose..just take the first step...put together a prospective, solicate sponsors, find a hall, coordinate resources, insure your promotion package is solid and POOF!!!...your event materializes..but remember, promotions is serious high risk..you can make a bundle or loss you A---!!!!...move slow and start with only useable working capital that will not break you if the event fails..the secret is SPONSORS, lot's of them..big and small..plus negociate a split of profits off everything related to your event...alcohol, concessions, t-shirt sales and so on..

I am currently doing some event promotions Flame here is the thread on one of them (http://www.ourdjtalk.com/showthread.php?t=8827)


We are also doing an adult Boxing Day Bash thread coming soon

if i can assist any of you with your own "promotions", holler at me!!..it's not hard just time consuming...the best promotion is one that will continue like a SINGLES GATHERING or 11 week KARAOKE CONTEST..

JEFF...how cool on the teen dance...i've put on about 5 teen dances so far...just because they are teens doesn't mean they deserve less of a show...GO BIG!!...the bigger you make it, the more that show up...the more that up, the more profit is generated...check around for sponsors--radio stations, coke or pepsi, teen clothing stores and (for sure) check with your local WALMART...perhaps incorperate a WALLYWORLD fashion show using your teens as models..ask the hall owner for a continual booking contract at a discount or find a hall that will DONATE the hall to the teens...one thing you need to check into is "EVENT INSURANCE"...there's an extremely high liability situation with youth functions...this could lead you to a national artist concert or festival...keep on plugging!!!!!!!!!!1

Flame I have been promoting Teen dances and school dances over the yrs. I school if willing can pay for me satisfiy the kids and help one of their clubs earn big money. I let the Club do the leg work attracting the sponsors as they in fact are the ones who can sell to the local vendors even better than myself. They might not like my baby face but how can one pass on a lovely cheerleader or Captain of the football team or any other bright outgoing student? I will take you up on the offer pm your phone number and I would love to chat and gain some knowledge from a different successful marketer.
Speaking of which the keynote speaker at Mobile Beat Las Vegas 2008 will be the guy behind the books about Guerilla Marketing. I cant wait.

jon...good for you on the teen dances...it's so true about those cutie cheerleaders but what i was talking about was sponsors for yourself...i put my sponsors logo on all my fliers and/or tv ads and try to mention them on radio ads..companies WANT to give up money if you can convience them of a positive return on their investment..what better way to advertise than the DJ barking recommendations and/or displaying their banner during an event...i even office ANNUAL sponsors ($1500) a placement on my van or trailer..

oppsss..i ment OFFER not office...

Do you have an official Nascar Number lol?

We used to get all our Cerwin Vega Speakers provided for our club show merely by flying their banner. Carvin amps and DBX the same way.

What makes me different from a lot of the other KJ's that I know? According to my loyal following the most common thing I hear is "You can actually sing" :sqlaugh:


But aside from that I would say that I genuinely care. I will do ANYTHING to make a person feel at home.

I am also not afraid to make a complete ass of myself if it will move my show along.

I have been known to deliberately sing off key, mock strip, do bad elvis impersonations, start a conga line, line dance, do the hula whatever it takes. I even once attempted a back flip like John belushi did in Blues Brothers during the church scene... I damn near broke my neck, but the standing ovation I got was WORTH it!!

One other time, a person was singing "Shout" by the isley brothers.. I was so impressed that I jumped off the stage, fell on my back and started moving around shouting "Alligator!" *a dance move in the early sixties were you basically flop around like a fish"

The next thing I know, I was dancing with three guys and two women, and the 'lead' was swinging me around the floor airplane style.. Now keep in mind that I weigh over 300lbs...

And i loved every single minute of it, dispite the fact i felt really sick and dizzy after..

take care all,

-James

james, you sound like me!!!...BTW, i did the alligator many-a-time in the '60s but i always managed to wiggle, on my back, directly beneath the closes dress or skirt...you do realize was very popular

what just happened???...my reply posted and i wasn't finished...DAMN COMPUTERS!!!LOL!!..anyway, i was saying, you do realize WHITE COTTON was the fabric of choice, by the majority of girls, back then!!!:sqwink: i remember, QUITE WELL!!!:rofl: anyway, back to the thread, we are very pro-active with our patrons, as yourself, and feel this has facilitated our continued success in this most fascinating, pleasurable and soon to be full-time endeavor..<<---i learned those BIG words in the '60 along with the white cotton facts..:sqcool::sqwink:

white cotton you say?? Pitty i would have thought it would have been nothing at all! :sqwink:


But now that you mention it, that does make a lot of sense.. That's prolly why the dance was invented in the first place. *grin*

Who me? pervert? what makes you say that *whistling innocently*

In any case, I also forgot to mention that i hug all my regulars.. Even the guys. If i know a female regular/customer REALLY well I will even give her a kiss on the cheek.

If someone i don't know walks in, and I am not busy I'll go up, hand them a slip and say "Welcome to our show, I'm so glad you're here.. Sit down and relax, I'll make sure the waitress comes to take your drink order if you want anything.. Here's a karaoke slip if you want to sing, its very laid back here.. no one is going to give you a bad time if you don't think you can sing.. If you need anything, i'll be at the booth just come up and ask"

talk to ya later

-James

In any case, I also forgot to mention that i hug all my regulars.. Even the guys. If i know a female regular/customer REALLY well I will even give her a kiss on the cheek.

If someone i don't know walks in, and I am not busy I'll go up, hand them a slip and say "Welcome to our show, I'm so glad you're here.. Sit down and relax, I'll make sure the waitress comes to take your drink order if you want anything.. Here's a karaoke slip if you want to sing, its very laid back here.. no one is going to give you a bad time if you don't think you can sing.. If you need anything, i'll be at the booth just come up and ask"

talk to ya later

-James


Absolutely love that James! Have always done the same with my customers as well, from that point forward they not only feel special, but feel welcome.

i'm not sure i was all the different. I made everyone feel welcome, kept my rotation fair. what i did that i haven't seen anyone else do came from my radio days. I hacked up a bunch of songs for music beds while i was talking. kept music in the background with no vocals. you hear it all the time in big radio stations. if you have to stop talking for a secong, no one realizes there is dead air. usually classic rock songs with energy ie: rocky mountain way, fake friends, things like that