We were born 57 years ago today.

Every year around this time, we like to look back at Musicians Contact history and tell the story of how we started. It’s a good story — and it’s the reason we still do what we do today.

A Look at Musicians Contact History

Yes, it was July 11, 1969 — 57 years ago to this day. That’s when we opened our first office upstairs in the Whisky a Go Go on the Sunset Strip. Wait — that was 9 days before the Moon landing and 34 days before Woodstock!

Back then, it was one person trying to solve a simple problem. Musicians and bandleaders needed a way to find each other, and that hasn’t changed. What’s changed is the method — from local word of mouth to a platform connecting musicians with gigs nationwide.

57 Years of Connections

Fifty seven years of matches made, bands built, tours filled, and subs found. We’re glad to still be doing what we started. Thanks for being part of this. Whether you found your last gig here, your current lineup, or you’re about to post your first listing — we’re glad you’re here.

And we’d like to hear from you. What’s the best gig, connection, or story Musicians Contact helped make happen for you? Reply to this email — we might feature your story in an upcoming Instagram/Facebook post.

Fifty-seven years, thousands of gigs, and we’re just getting started. If you’re a musician looking for your next gig, or a band looking for your next member, we’d love to help write your story too. Post a job or find your next gig at MusiciansContact.com. Thanks for being part of Musicians Contact history — however your story with us began.