Launching in Columbia, Missouri

Find Your Next Stage.

NextStageMusic connects emerging musicians with local venues looking for live performers.

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How it works

For Artists

  1. 1Create your profile
  2. 2Discover local opportunities
  3. 3Book performances
  4. 4Build your reputation

For Venues

  1. 1Create your venue
  2. 2Post an Open Slot
  3. 3Discover local talent
  4. 4Book your next performer

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Local talent

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For emerging artists

NextStageMusic helps musicians move from practice, to a first gig, to more experience, to bigger opportunities — one local booking at a time.

For venues

Finding reliable local talent shouldn't take hours of DMs. Post an Open Slot or search verified local artists that match your budget, genre, and audience.

Local-first

Built for Columbia, Missouri first

NextStageMusic is launching at the University of Missouri and in Columbia, Missouri — building a strong local network before expanding to other college towns.

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