GigRealm - a platform that helps pubs, clubs and other hospitality businesses book musicians - has announced a partnership with Uber which will offer artists booked via the service a free ride home after the gig.
The company's CEO, Tom Brady, says: “We are delighted to be working with Uber and applaud them for recognising the challenges musicians face, particularly when travelling to and from performances in new locations or late at night. By offering free Uber credits to acts that book shows through GigRealm, we aim to alleviate some of the logistical and financial burdens they encounter, ensuring they can concentrate on what they do best – delivering outstanding live performances".
"This initiative is particularly crucial for supporting the safety of women and LGBTQIA+ entertainers", he goes on, "who may be more vulnerable late at night, especially in unfamiliar towns and cities. It also aids our venues and operators we work with, in building stronger relationships with their acts by offering free credits that don’t add to their overheads and costs".
Uber's UK General Manager Andrew Brem adds: “Uber is THRILLED to partner with GigRealm to help support entertainers get home safely after gigs. Safety is a key focus for us and, with millions of trips taking place every day, we want to help everyone get home as safely as possible".