Bands are having a hard time booking gigs especially to the beginners but it really does start with that. But why do they have to do these live shows instead of promoting their ready made works? Here are some reasons why bands need gigs. First, they expect the unexpected. Feedbacks are immediately heard from the attitude that they have shown to their audience. Changes and adjustments can be easily determined on that. Second, they are able to maximize their fans. Having lots of fans will make them easily known. Third, it is their way of earning money. Fourth, it is their way of introducing themselves to the press. As a band grows in the industry some press would do their write ups on newspapers and magazines about you and this would also give you a chance to have more shows to come. Perform more gigs to be able to acquire all of the mentioned benefits.