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A good setlist helper app does more than list songs in order. It stores your repertoire, shares with your band, displays on stage, and keeps everyone on the same page. Here's what to look for and why it matters.
When the venue gives you a strict time slot, you need to create a setlist of songs with accurate durations. Learn how to calculate total set time, account for transitions, and build buffer into every performance.
Everything you need to know about setlist creation for live performances. Energy flow, key transitions, tempo pacing, multi-set planning, and the tools that make it easier.
A fair comparison of the best setlist organizer apps for gigging musicians in 2026, including BandHelper, Setlist.fm, OnSong, and Gig Friend. Find the right fit for how you work.
Gig Friend's built-in stem player lets you isolate vocals, drums, bass, and instruments from any song — right alongside your section maps and setlists. Here is how gigging musicians use it.
Forget lyric sheets and music stands. Learn how to use Gig Friend's built-in teleprompter to display lyrics on stage so you can focus on performing.
A great setlist is more than a list of songs. Learn the principles of energy flow, pacing, and audience psychology that separate forgettable sets from unforgettable ones.
Never show up to a gig unprepared again. This comprehensive checklist covers gear, logistics, setlist prep, and everything in between so your show runs smoothly.