How to Take Your Music to New Cities with Jeff Sorkowitz | EF EP 104

Want to expand your music career beyond your home market? Jeff's strategic approach to building Short Circuit across multiple cities offers a blueprint for sustainable geographic expansion.
Jeff reveals how he identifies the right partners in each market and creates authentic events that resonate with local scenes while maintaining his brand identity. His journey from corporate lawyer to label owner proves that expansion doesn't require aggressive tactics or massive budgets - just the right strategy.
Key Takeaways:
- How to identify the right partners and promoters in new markets
- Why working with independent promoters can be more effective than major players
- The importance of aligning your expectations with realistic demand
- How to maintain your brand identity while adapting to different scenes
- Building relationships that support long-term expansion rather than one-off events
- Why being intentional about market selection prevents costly mistakes
- The power of organic relationship building over forced networking
- How to create events that feel authentic to each local scene
- Strategic timing for multi-city tours and label showcases
- Why sustainable growth beats rapid expansion every time
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Stop limiting yourself to one market. Hit play now to learn how to strategically expand your reach across multiple cities.
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Video Editor/Audio Engineer: James Fixx
00:00 - Taking Risks for Fulfillment
01:02 - Building a Sustainable Career in Dance Music
02:26 - The Importance of Networking
05:42 - Transitioning from Law to Music
10:56 - The Value of Direct Communication
14:48 - Location and Success in the Music Industry
19:01 - Empowering Artists to Create Their Own Opportunities
20:31 - Intentionality in Venue Selection
23:06 - Finding Your Musical Identity
27:09 - The Value of Niche Markets
29:00 - The Importance of Belief and Risk
31:53 - Balancing Work and Fun in the Industry
34:22 - Setting Goals for Success
40:37 - Building a Brand and Community
43:25 - Future Aspirations and Growth