I first read about a site called GigIn through HM magazine. It is an interesting concept. From what I read, you can join with up to six other people and jam together online:
GigIn is the ultimate online music hub – a virtual space, social network and creative laboratory, that gives everyone a means to connect, compose and make music together, in real time, at any distance, and totally free of charge. Whether you are an amateur or a professional, GigIn taps into every individual’s inner musician allowing you to explore, create and share your own music, broadcast your live shows, attend online festivals, and participate in exclusive contests.
So, the deal is that you can form a band (or re-unite a band) with members from around the world and practice as much as you need. Then you can even put on live shows together no matter where you live. Could be an interesting tool for many of the bands that we cover on Down The Line. They could get together for practice no matter where the members now live. They could work out new material even. Then they can put on regular concerts for their fans online.
I still need to check it out to see what it is like. It certainly won’t take the place of a true live concert, but it could also be an interesting idea to help those that can’t get out and tour.
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