Edited sentence: An alternative to an agent can be an online booking directory such as Fixagig.At least with an online booking directory, you are in complete control and know exactly how much you are paying out.Some agencies would charge up to 25% of your fee per gig.The fees are a lot less and you aren't putting your show in someone elses hands completely.To some, this just isn't a fair deal.You are actually taking the booking yourself, but paying for the targeted advertising and ease of use for others to browse through the selection of artistes