Ironic Music Booking
Ironic Music is an experienced talent agency booking all kinds of music throughout New England. We do not take booking inquiries via FB!
Ironic handles a wide array of artists and are confident that we can provide the perfect entertainment for any venue or situation. Whether you’re planning a small party or a major event, we can assure you the best possible talent. If cover or original bands, DJs, Karaoke MC’s, tribute bands, original singer-songwriters, or a comedian are what you’re looking for, we’ve got them. Check out our ever-
CLOSURE OF IRONIC MUSIC BOOKING AGENCY
Dear Clients, Partners, and Friends,
It is with a heavy heart that I announce the closure of Ironic Music Booking Agency. For over 13 years, Ironic Music has been a pioneer in the New England music scene, creating a unique niche and helping to shape the way live music is booked and enjoyed in the region. We have had the privilege of working with countless talented solo artists, duos, and trios, mainly focusing on acoustic music, and booking performances in small to medium-sized venues well before this approach became mainstream. Over the years, we expanded to book all kinds of artists, from various genres and all sizes of groups, performing in diverse venues across New England.
When I entrusted the business to a close friend and musician, I did so with the hope and expectation that it would continue to flourish. Unfortunately, despite his musical talents, the necessary dedication to social media, marketing, networking, and compliance with state licensing requirements was not upheld. This has led to the difficult decision to close the agency.
I want to extend my deepest gratitude to all the musicians, venue owners, and supporters who have been a part of this incredible journey. Your trust and collaboration have been invaluable, and am proud to have been a part of and nurtured a vibrant music community together.
This isn't the end of my story though! Change is a constant melody in life's song, and mine has taken me back to Italy, a place where I have deep roots and endless inspiration. As Ironic Music Booking Agency concludes its journey, a new chapter begins. I'm venturing into the travel design industry with my new consultancy, "Italian Itinerary." It's a niche that combines my passion for exploration with creating unique experiences in this beautiful country.
Stay tuned for future endeavors in this exciting field! Follow along on my journey. Please like and follow me on:
- Facebook:
- Instagram:
- Tik Tok: .itinerary
- LinkedIn: [https://www.linkedin.com/in/italianitinerary/]
This is not the end of the music, but rather a new beginning. I encourage all the talented artists we have worked with to continue pursuing their passions and to reach out to new opportunities that come their way. While Ironic Music Booking Agency may be closing its doors, the spirit of the music lives on.
Thank you for the years of unforgettable music and memories.
With heartfelt appreciation,
Linda
Founder, Ironic Music Booking Agency
22/03/2024
✨DJ Rhiannon @ Dover Bowl tonight from 8-11 PM!! Come rock out and score some strikes!!! ✨
16/03/2024
TONIGHT IN NEW HAMPSHIRE !!!!
✨DJ MASSAPPEAL will perform at the Dover Bowl from 8-11 PM (887b Central Ave, Dover, NH 03820, USA). Come check out his awesome DJ set! ✨
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AND DON'T FORGET...
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💥 ADAM PAYNE will be at the Filotimo Casino in Manchester FROM 9 PM-12 AM (1279 S Willow St, Manchester, NH 03103, USA). Make sure you don't miss the opportunity to witness his live performance.💥
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15/03/2024
TONIGHT!!!!!!
✨JUSTIN DEMERS will perform @ Popovers at Brickyard Square from 5-8 PM (11 Brickyard Square #23, Epping, NH 03042, USA). Don't miss out on an amazing chance to see a talented musician!✨
ALSOOOO.....
🔥 DJ SHA-BOO will perform @ Dover Bowl from 8-11 PM (887B Central Ave, Dover, NH 03820, USA). Come enjoy knocking down some pins and listen to an eccentric DJ set!! 🔥
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13/03/2024
UPCOMING EVENTS!!
✨ 1. Friday, March 15th, JUSTIN DEMERS @ Popovers at Brickyard Square from 5-8 PM (11 Brickyard Square #23, Epping, NH 03042, USA) ✨
🔥 2. Friday, March 15th, DJ SHA-BOO @ Dover Bowl from 8-11 PM (887B Central Ave, Dover, NH 03820, USA)🔥
✨ 3. Saturday, March 16th, DJ MASSAPPEAL @ Dover Bowl from 8-11 PM (887b Central Ave, Dover, NH 03820, USA)✨
💥 4. Saturday, March 16th, ADAM PAYNE @ Filotimo Casino in Manchester FROM 9 PM-12 AM (1279 S Willow St, Manchester, NH 03103, USA) 💥
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02/03/2024
TONIGHT!!!!!! DJ Massapeal will perform at Filotimo Casino in Manchester from 9 PM to 12 AM !!!!!! ✨🪩🎰♠️💲✨🪩🎰♦️💲♥✨💲🎰🪩 ♣️
Address: 1279 S Willow St, Manchester, NH 03103, USA
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01/03/2024
TONIGHT❗️❗️❗️❗️❗️
Barry Young @ Popover's Epping NH tomorrow, March 1st, 5-8 PM !!!!!!
Address: 11 Brickyard Square #23, Epping, NH 03042, USA
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23/02/2024
🎉🎳 Get ready to bowl your night away with M&D at Dover Bowl in Dover, New Hampshire, 8 to 11 PM! 🎳🎉
And that's not all – over at Filotimo Casino in Manchester, NH, the sensational DJ Rhiannon is bringing the house down with her beats from 9 to 12 AM!
🎶✨ Don't miss out on this epic double dose of entertainment – it will be a night to remember! See you there! 🎉🔥
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Address:
Dover Bowl--> 887B Central Ave, Dover, NH 03820, USA
Filotimo Casino in Manchester--> 1279 S Willow St, Manchester, NH 03103, USA
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20/02/2024
THIS FRIDAY.....
✨ M & D @ Dover Bowl in Dover, New Hampshire !! ✨
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✨ Dj Rhiannon @ Filotimo Casino in Manchester, NH !! ✨
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Address:
Dover Bowl--> 887B Central Ave, Dover, NH 03820, USA
Filotimo Casino in Manchester--> 1279 S Willow St, Manchester, NH 03103, USA
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16/02/2024
TONIGHT!!!!!!
The Erinn Brown Band will perform at the Dover Bowl from 8 to 11 PM ❗️❗️
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Come jam and bowl !!!
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09/02/2024
❗️❗️ Want to play some blackjack and listen to an awesome DJ??❗️❗️
🥳 DJ Sha-boo will be performing tomorrow night @ Filotimo Casino in Manchester from 9 PM to 12 AM! 🕺
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✨ Love DJ Sha-boo?? ✨ Check out his website for more information and possible bookings--> http://www.djshaboo.com/
Address: 1279 S Willow St., Manchester, NH 03103
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08/02/2024
✨ DJ Massappeal @ Dover Bowl this Saturday the 10th from 8-11 PM!!!! ✨
Check out his Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/massappealdj
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07/02/2024
✨ Ryan Fitzsimmons, an incredible and talented musician, will be at the Dover Bowl @ Dover, New Hampshire, on February 9th from 8 to 11 PM. Come bowl and listen to some awesome music!!! ✨
Check out Ryan Fitzsimmons's website: https://ryanfitzsimmons.com/
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Follow us for upcoming events and projects! IIronic Music Bookingand Instagram
Address: 887B Central Ave, Dover, NH 03820, USA
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01/02/2024
🪩🪩 This Saturday, February 3rd, DJ RUSS will perform at the Filotimo Casino!! 🪩🪩
🕺✨Get ready to groove with an incredible DJ and roll the dice at the coolest casino in town! Your invitation to an absolutely unforgettable night of fun awaits – don't let it slip away! 🎰 🎲
Address: 1279 S Willow St, Manchester, NH 03103, USA
31/01/2024
Dover Bowl @ Dover, New Hampshire, is hosting two incredible artists this weekend ❗️❗️
✨Ryan Fitzsimmons will be performing at the Dover Bowl this Friday, February 2nd! ✨
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✨Everett B.Pendleton Music Music will be performing the following Saturday February 3rd! ✨
Don't miss out on an awesome night filled with bowling and amazing performances!!
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Follow our FB page, Ironic Music Booking, to stay updated on current events and information!!
25/01/2024
Some fun events to attend this weekend-->>
✨ M&D @ Dover Bowl!! ✨
"More than just a couple of guys with guitars®. We play rock because we love it!" - M&D . Want to rock out while knocking down some pins? Check out M&D at Dover Bowl this Friday from 8-11PM 🎸
❗️❗️Can't make it this Friday to see M&D? ❗️❗️You're in luck! M&D will be at Filotimo Casino on Saturday the 27th from 9 PM -12 AM! Now you have no reason to miss out on this rock and roll fun🎸🎸
Make sure to check out their page for updated news and information: MD AcousticDuo
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✨DJ Russ @ Dover Bowl✨
Love the Dover Bowl!? DJ Russ will also be there this weekend on Saturday the 27th from 8-11 PM! Don't miss out on a groovy time and strike-out opportunity 🎳🪩
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Dover Bowl: 887B Central Ave, Dover, NH 03820, USA
Filotimo Casino: 1279 S Willow St, Manchester, NH 03103, USA
10/01/2024
Interested in seeing some awesome musicians this weekend??
This weekend at the Dover Bowl:
✨ January 12th: Adam Payne will be live at the Dover Bowl in Dover, NH, from 8-11 PM ! Adam is known for his unique style and crowd interaction. Solo or with full band, original or covers, he can really do it all ✨
✨ January 13th: DJ Russ will be spinning his magic at the Dover Bowl from 8-11 PM. Come enjoy some bowling while listening to DJ Russ's set! ✨
Address: Dover Bowl, 887B Central Ave, Dover, NH 03820, USA
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And this weekend at Filotimo Casino:
🪩 January 13: Get ready for DJ Rhiannon's fun and incredible DJ set from 9 pm to 12 am. Enjoy the vivacious music and even gamble away from money in the casino! 🪩
Address: 1279 S Willow St, Manchester, NH 03103, USA
05/01/2024
Got this from a musician's post and thought we'd share...pls do the same! information is power and knowledge...let's help inform venue owners & others a bit more about this crazy business we call entertainment.
A venue manager asked me, a musician, how much it would cost for a three-hour live performance. I replied, "$500."
The manager was taken aback, "That seems pretty steep for a few hours of music, doesn't it? That's like $167 an hour!"
Curious, I asked, "How much do you think is a fair price?"
He thought for a moment, "Maybe $100 at most. That's over $33/hr. My waitresses make less, and they work hard. It's just playing songs, right?"
"Actually," I said, "I start loading my gear at about 5 PM, and I arrive at 6:30 to start setting up, and I'm ready to go by 8, then I play until 11, and then I break down the gear and I'm out the door around midnight, then I get home around 12:30 and I'm unloaded by 1 AM, so that's a full 8-hours.
So $100 is more like $12.50 an hour.
My rate is $62.50 per hour and at least a third of that goes to business expenses, so I keep about $43.75 as salary."
I offered, "As an alternative, for $250, I could teach you or one of your staff to play the set."
The manager was puzzled, "But... none of us are musicians."
"That's okay," I said. "For $250, I’ll teach you. Not only will you save $250, but you'll also have the skills for future events."
He considered this and agreed.
"Now, you'll need equipment," I reminded him. "Guitars, amps, microphones, mixers... about $5,000 - $6,000 all together."
He frowned, "I don't have all that, and buying it for one night doesn't make sense."
"Well, I can rent my equipment to you for an additional $100," I offered.
"That seems fair, but I don't know how to hook it all up."
"No problem," I said. "For $50 I'll explain it all to you. You're still saving $100 and you don't have to hire musicians anymore."
"Fine," he said, resigned.
"Great! I'm available to teach you on Tuesday."
"But I can only do it today, and I need the music tonight" he replied.
"Unfortunately, I'm booked with other gigs. Tuesday is the only day I can teach and lend the equipment."
He sighed, "That means I'll have to rearrange my whole schedule."
I added, "Also, doing it yourself means dealing with sound checks, setup, learning new music, potential equipment malfunctions..."
"What's all that?" he asked, puzzled.
"Setting up the stage, making sure the sound is right, covering any accidents with the equipment, keeping your audience happy, and more."
He grimaced, realizing the complexity, "That sounds like a lot of extra work and stress."
"You’ll need to come by Monday evening or Tuesday morning to pick up the equipment. And don't be late to avoid traffic."
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After a pause, the manager finally said, "You know what, I think it's best if you handle the performance. I realize now there's a lot more to it than I thought. Your expertise, the quality of the performance, the hassle-free experience... I see why it's worth $500."
When you pay for a musician's performance, you're not just paying for the time they're on stage. You're paying for their:
- Talent and skill
- Years of practice and experience
- Quality equipment
- Time to prepare and set up
- Professionalism
- Reliability
- Sound quality
- Ability to engage and entertain an audience
- Handling of unexpected issues
- And ensuring a memorable experience for your guests.
The value of a professional's work goes beyond the surface, encompassing their expertise, effort, and the assurance of a quality outcome.
Copy and paste to help inform others of the importance of valuing musicians.
26/12/2023
🪩 DJ Sha-boo live at the Dover Bowl ‼️ Come celebrate NYE (12/31) with some awesome music and bowling extravaganza from 9 PM to 1 AM! 🪩
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🤩 Address: 887b Central Ave. Dover, NH 03820 🤩
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Check out DJ Sha-boo's website: http://www.djshaboo.com/
And don't forget to follow us on...
Facebook: Ironic Music Booking
Instagram:
22/12/2023
Some wise words to live by!
22/12/2023
EVENTS HAPPENING TONIGHT❗️❗️❗️❗️
✨ 1. DJ MASSAPPEAL is at the Dover Bowl, 887 Central Ave, Dover, NH 03820. Join us for a vibrant night from 8-11 PM filled with exhilarating music and endless fun, topped off with the enjoyment of bowling. Don't miss out on this fantastic blend of entertainment!"✨
✨ 2. BARRY YOUNG!!! At Popovers at Brickyard Square, 11 Brickyard Square, Epping, NH, from 5-8 PM. Don't miss the opportunity to support local talent and enjoy an unforgettable night out!!!! ✨
Make sure to follow DJ Massappeal on Instagram and check out Barry's website: https://barryarvinyoung.com
Also, follow us to never miss out on all our upcoming gigs and events!
- Facebook: Ironic Music Booking
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ironicmusic/
19/12/2023
Experience the vibrant local music scene at Popovers at Brickyard Square, where New England's own Barry Young will captivate audiences with his passion and talent.
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Join us at 11 Brickyard Square, Epping, NH, for an evening of soulful melodies and captivating performances. Barry will be there from 5-8 PM, so don't miss this opportunity to support local talent and enjoy an unforgettable night out!!!!
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https://barryarvinyoung.com
19/12/2023
Join us for an electrifying night of music and fun with DJ Massappeal this Friday, December 22nd, at Dover Bowl (887b Central Ave, Dover, NH 03820) from 8-11 PM 🎶✨
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✨Get ready to groove to some fantastic DJing as you strike down pins in an atmosphere filled with energy and rhythm 🪩
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Don't miss out on this perfect mix of entertainment and sport! See you there for a night to remember!!!
Make sure to follow us to never miss out on all our upcoming gigs and events!
- Facebook: Ironic Music Booking
- Instagram:
And follow DJ Massappeal on Instagram as well !!
13/12/2023
INTERESTED IN SEEING A LOCAL NEW ENGLANDER PERFORM WHILE ENJOYING A NIGHT OUT BOWLING??? 🎳 ✨🎳✨
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Come see Justin Demers do a live show @ the Dover Bowl IN @ DAYS, Friday, December 15th, 8-11 PM!!! 🎸🎸
(887b Central Ave. Dover, NH 03820)
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https://www.facebook.com/JustinDemersMusic
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Fun fact: Pacemakers can't go to another human in the US, but our four-legged pals with cardiac issues can totally rock them! 🎸 Just imagine your heart gadget giving a doggo a second shot at life.
Pro tip: You can even choose the vet to send it to! So many of these lifesavers end up in the trash, and dogs miss out. Plus, it can save the dog's owner some serious cash. It's like leaving a piece of your heart behind in the best way possible! ❤️💔
Disclaimer: I'm not a lawyer, just your friendly digital explorer. Check the deets on how to make this happen, and let's spread the love, one heartbeat at a time! 🌐🌟
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02/12/2023
Peter Pappas is absolutely SLAYING it at Filotimo at Dover Bowl!
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