Alain_Patrick wrote:

Sometimes we see an artist with several agents representing him Worldwide (like two or more international agents - when you ask them, they say they cover the same area).

How to proceed correctly?

Post your ideas.

ultrasound wrote:

We've tended to go to the agent who's geographically closest. Approaching the agent's like a tacit statement of intent, it seems.
At the same time, imo, you're unlikely to offend an agent after you've got one of their artists a gig. Even if it's one the agent doesn't get a fee for, it's all good. No artist will look askance at negotiating for an offer conveyed to them through their agent - naturally, the price has gotta be right too though! :-)

oil_viber wrote:

talk to he artist, not the agent.

ultrasound wrote:

Not always possible.

oil_viber wrote:

why? like the guy is too busy to answer a simple confirmation Email in person?
that sucks..

Alain_Patrick wrote:

Agreed with oil_viber, I had very bad experiences with 'agents' who doesn't answer for WEEKS. It's terrible, and you get in a very delicate situation with the requesting client.

juststacey wrote:

As an agent/manager, I know I always try and get back to any inquiries/questions/comments I receive re: an artist. Most of the time if a dj has an agent he/she will refer you to them anyway, even if you send them an email. Usually UK dj's have a US and UK agent and visa versa. So, depending on what area the booking inquiry is coming from will depend on what agent is used.