Currently free to join during launch.
Booking fees apply when you book.
Every profile on Artistek is currently free to create during our launch period — for promoters, venues, artists, and musicians. A platform booking fee currently applies when a paid booking is completed. No subscription is required at this time. Current free access does not guarantee free access in the future.
Free During Launch
Artistek is currently free to join during launch so the regional live music network can grow first. No subscription is required at this time for basic account creation.
Booking fees currently apply when paid bookings are completed through the platform. As Artistek expands, we expect to introduce paid plans, monthly or annual subscriptions, premium tools, account tiers, usage limits, promotional features, analytics, venue operating tools, promoter/agency tools, commerce tools, and other professional workflows.
Current free access does not guarantee free access forever. Pricing, fees, plans, features, and account access are subject to change. Artistek will not charge you for a subscription unless you choose a paid plan and authorize payment through the applicable payment flow.
Promoters
Event producers & show organizers
A platform booking fee currently applies per completed artist booking. Artists always receive 100% of their rate.
Everything you need to plan, book, and produce live events — from your first local show to a full touring season.
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Venues
Bars, restaurants, clubs & event spaces
A platform booking fee currently applies per completed booking. Pay by card or bank transfer.
- Unlimited venue profiles & locations
- Artist discovery & search
- Send and receive booking inquiries
- Booking & contract management
- Entertainment calendar
- Artist favorites & following
- Messaging with artists
- Revenue & analytics dashboard
- Secure escrow-backed payments
Artists
Bands, duos & solo performers
No fee deducted from your payout. You currently receive 100% of your agreed rate — the booking fee is paid by the booking party.
- Full artist profile & media gallery
- Band & member management
- Booking inquiry inbox
- Contract review & digital signing
- Booking calendar & availability
- Earnings dashboard
- Automatic per-member payout splits
- Venue discovery & following
- Messaging with venues
Musicians
Individual players & session musicians
No fee deducted from your payout. Your cut is paid out automatically from band earnings.
- Personal musician profile
- Connect with other musicians
- Join or build a band
- Gig calendar via band bookings
- Automatic payout from band earnings
- Messaging & collaboration tools
Pro & Ultra plans are on the way
We're building subscription tiers for power users — with advanced analytics, priority placement, reduced booking fees, and tools built for teams running serious volume.
Pro
For growing promoters & venues
- Reduced platform fee per booking
- Advanced analytics & reporting
- Priority artist placement in search
- Bulk event management tools
- Early access to new features
Ultra
For labels, agencies & high-volume teams
- Lowest platform fee tier
- Multi-user team accounts
- White-label event pages
- API access & integrations
- Dedicated account support
- Custom contract templates
Members who join today are expected to receive priority access and founding member pricing when Pro & Ultra launch. Pricing, plans, and features are subject to change, and any paid plan will require a separate purchase and payment authorization.
Frequently asked questions
Is Artistek free?
Artistek is currently free to join during our launch period. There is no monthly subscription required at this time for basic account creation. Booking fees currently apply when paid bookings are completed through the platform. As Artistek grows, we may introduce paid subscriptions, premium tools, account tiers, usage limits, commerce features, promotional tools, analytics, or other paid services. Current free access does not guarantee that Artistek will remain free forever.
Will Artistek add subscriptions?
Likely, yes. Artistek may introduce monthly or annual subscription plans in the future for certain professional tools, advanced features, account types, or usage levels. If subscriptions are introduced, pricing, included features, billing terms, renewal terms, and cancellation options will be disclosed before purchase.
Will I be charged automatically later?
No. Artistek will not charge you for a future subscription unless you choose a paid plan and authorize payment through the applicable payment flow. Current free access may change in the future, but paid subscriptions require a clear purchase and payment-authorization step.
What fees exist right now?
Artistek currently charges a platform fee when a paid booking is completed through the platform. The applicable fee will be shown in the booking or payment flow. Additional paid plans, premium tools, subscriptions, or account tiers may be introduced in the future.
Who pays the booking fee?
The booking party pays the platform fee on each completed booking — that's the venue when booking artists directly, or the promoter when booking artists for their event. Artists and musicians receive 100% of their agreed rate — the fee is not deducted from their payout.
How does pricing work for Promoters?
Promoter profiles are currently free to create during launch. When a promoter books an artist for their event, a platform fee applies — charged to the promoter, not the artist. Event planning, venue partnership, and production tools are currently included at no additional cost. Paid plans and premium tools may be introduced in the future.
What payment methods are accepted?
Venues and promoters can pay by credit or debit card (Visa, Mastercard, Amex) or by ACH bank transfer from a US bank account. Bank transfer reduces the effective platform fee — a meaningful saving on larger bookings.
When is the fee charged?
The fee is only applied when a booking is completed — meaning the event has taken place and payment is released from escrow. No fee is charged for inquiries, negotiations, or cancelled bookings.
How does escrow work?
When a booking is confirmed, the booking party (venue or promoter) pays upfront. Funds are held securely in escrow until after the event, then automatically released to the artist (and split among band members if applicable). This protects both sides.
Can I pay artists directly to avoid the fee?
No. Paying artists outside of Artistek is a direct violation of our Terms of Service and is treated as a serious policy breach. Offboarding payments forfeit all platform protections — no escrow, no contract coverage, no dispute resolution. Venues or promoters found to be circumventing the platform are subject to immediate profile suspension and permanent removal.
Ready to get started?
Create your profile today — currently free to join during launch. No credit card required.