About Band Promote

Band Promote is a boutique Promotions & Marketing firm focused on building and obtaining exposure for some of the best in emerging bands. Founded in 1996 by Los Angeles club promoter and industry verteran, Mike Galaxy, Band Promote began as the very first music marketing firm to successfully utilize the internet to build awareness for breaking artists. Mike Galaxy hosted a weekly live music event from 1997 until 2002, showcasing the best bands from around the globe every thursday at the Gig Nightclub in Hollywood as well as other popular venues in Los Angeles. These showcases are now held at major music conferences across the US and abroad. Join us in March 2009 as Band Promote will host it's 10th annual Austin Texas party taking place during the South by Southwest (SXSW) Music Conference and Festival. Band Promote showcases have also taken place at CMJ in NY, NXNW in Portland, Eat'M in Las Vegas, Decibel in Trinidad West Indies,

"Mike Galaxy is a staple in the Los Angeles music scene" - Music Connection Magazine.

Over the years, Band Promote has gained the respect and reputation within the music industry as a key source for discovering hot new bands with potential for greatness. BandPromote.com currently receives more than 12,000 unique visitors each month, with a growth rate of 2.1% per month on average. Band Promote also utilizes a monthly CD sampler as a successful tool in gaining attention with Industry professionals.

Mike Galaxy is consistantly working with exciting and viable new music. He's a great resource." - David Andreone Warner / Chappell

Since it's humble beginnings in the mid 90's, Band Promote has had the opportunity to work with many fantastic bands including Linkin Park, Sugarcult, Maroon 5, The Features, and more. Band Promote has helped negotiate and secure record deals for over 20 bands, and has licensed over 100 songs in Films and TV.

"Band Promote placed our songs on two hit TV shows, The Shield and Monster Garage." Cosmo Jones - Owl - Los Angeles