Welcome to Side Door News
From exclusive artist interviews and festival spotlights to platform updates and insider tips for the independent music scene, this is where we share what’s new, what’s working, and what’s next. Tune into The Side Door Sitdown podcast for artist stories, booking tips, and behind-the-scenes chats. New episodes drop regularly—subscribe wherever you listen.
We Need Your Help!
As a startup, we’ve been very fortunate to build and operate as a result of private fundraising efforts, but we’re nearing the end of that runway. We’re trying to make the critical leap to sustaining ourselves through revenue alone, and we need your help.
After 8 Years of Side Door, Here's What Still Drives Us
The reason for starting Side Door was a response to a need. Now, it feels like a compulsion. The need is greater.
A Canadian Ticketing Company You Can Trust
Side Door makes it easy to create, manage, and sell tickets with zero upfront costs. Keep 100% of the ticket revenue!
House Concerts Unlocked 2025
We’re thrilled to bring back House Concerts Unlocked at the 2025 Folk Alliance International conference. FAI artists and hosts, this is your chance to take the stage, spark connections, and wow the crowd.
What’s New with Side Door: Making Gigs Easier Than Ever for Hosts
We understand that finding the time to book and organize gigs can be challenging, especially if it’s your first rodeo. That’s why we’re rolling out a fresh approach to make hosting easier than ever.
Side Door | NXNE
Hitting the stage at NXNE this year? Fill your tour gaps and save money by performing a show on Side Door!