The Hold Steady
Keynote Speaker: The Hold Steady is an American indie rock band from Brooklyn, New York, formed in 2004.
-
Travels From:
-
Speaking Fee:
-
Categories:
The Hold Steady Biography
The Hold Steady is an American indie rock band from Brooklyn, New York, formed in 2004. The band consists of Craig Finn (vocals, guitar), Tad Kubler (lead guitar), Galen Polivka (bass), Bobby Drake (drums), and Steve Selvidge (guitar). Noted for their lyrically dense storytelling, and classic rock influences, the band's narrative-based songs frequently address themes, such as, drug addiction, religion and redemption, and often take place within the city of Minneapolis.
Formed four years following the break-up of Finn and Kubler's former band, Lifter Puller, The Hold Steady's 2004 debut album “Almost Killed Me,” was released on Frenchkiss Records and was a sleeper hit among music critics. The band released its second album, “Separation Sunday,” in May 2005. The album was a loose concept album following the exploits of a character named “Holly” (short for “Hallelujah”) and her quest to find a balance between Catholicism and rock and roll through drugs and a metaphorical resurrection. The album was critically lauded, and its religious overtones were picked up by many critics.
The band moved from the Frenchkiss Records imprint to Vagrant Records and came to prominence with the release of their third studio album, “Boys and Girls in America,” in 2006.
The band's fourth album, “Stay Positive,” was released in July 2008. The album was recorded in Hoboken, New Jersey and Wild Arctic studio in Queens, New York with producer John Agnello. Guests on the sessions included Ben Nichols from Lucero, J. Mascis of Dinosaur Jr., Emilyn Brodsky, and Doug Gillard, who played guitar in Guided By Voices. In April 2009, the band released a two-disc documentary and live album set entitled “A Positive Rage.”
In 2010, keyboardist and multi-instrumentalist Franz Nicolay left the band prior to the recording of their fifth studio album, 2010’s “Heaven Is Whenever.” During the band's subsquent tour, the band became a five piece, once more, with the addition of former Lucero guitarist Steve Selvidge.
Contact a speaker booking agent to check availability on The Hold Steady and other top speakers and celebrities.
The Hold Steady Videos
![The Hold Steady - "Stay Positive" [Official Video] - YouTube](https://i1.ytimg.com/vi/FY3V4ObYRsA/hqdefault.jpg)
How do I book The Hold Steady to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like The Hold Steady for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for The Hold Steady, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for The Hold Steady or any other speaker of your choice.
How much does it cost to book The Hold Steady for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for The Hold Steady, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $50,000 - $100,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire The Hold Steady, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
What topics does The Hold Steady speak about?
The Hold Steady is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Music and Celebrity.
Where does The Hold Steady travel from?
The Hold Steady generally travels from Brooklyn, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for The Hold Steady?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like The Hold Steady for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book The Hold Steady for your next private or corporate function.
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host The Hold Steady or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
The Hold Steady is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Music and Celebrity. The estimated speaking fee range to book The Hold Steady for live events is $50,000 - $100,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. The Hold Steady generally travels from Brooklyn, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Neon Trees, Cold War Kids and Third Eye Blind. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling The Hold Steady for an upcoming event.
VIDEO
The Hold Steady Videos
NEWS
The Hold Steady News
-
The Hold Steady Return With 'Big Rock' Aspirations on 'Teeth Dreams'
This spring, when the Hold Steady release their sixth LP Teeth Dreams, nearly four years will have passed since the Brooklyn band's previous full-length album, ...
-
The Hold Steady 'Figuring Out' New Album, Unveiling New Lineup ...
This year's Record Store Day is April 20th, and if you're a fan of The Hold Steady, then you should definitely partake. Billboard recently caught up with guitarist ...
FAQS
-
How do I book The Hold Steady to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like The Hold Steady for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for The Hold Steady, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for The Hold Steady or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book The Hold Steady for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for The Hold Steady, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $50,000 - $100,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire The Hold Steady, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does The Hold Steady speak about?
-
Where does The Hold Steady travel from?
The Hold Steady generally travels from Brooklyn, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for The Hold Steady?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like The Hold Steady for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book The Hold Steady for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host The Hold Steady or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
BOOK THE HOLD STEADY
We are happy to assist you with your interest in booking a speaker or celebrity for your event, your organization, and the type of talent you would like to secure, and an agent will be in touch shortly.
Fill out the form below to or call us at 1-800-698-2536 if need immediate assistance.
We respond to most inquiries within 4 hours. Under special circumstances, it may take up to 24 hours.
We are happy to help! Call us to speak with a booking agent about your event or specific speaker request.
Gauge Interest and check availability for appearances, speaking engagements, or corporate events.
Provide you with speaking fee to book The Hold Steady or other celebrity appearance fees
Give you personal recommendations for the best keynote speakers or celebrities
Assist you with any questions you have throughout the talent booking process
This website is a resource for event professionals and strives to provide the most comprehensive catalog of thought leaders and industry experts to consider for speaking engagements. A listing or profile on this website does not imply an agency affiliation or endorsement by the talent.
All American Entertainment (AAE) exclusively represents the interests of talent buyers, and does not claim to be the agency or management for any speaker or artist on this site. AAE is a talent booking agency for paid events only. We do not handle requests for donation of time or media requests for interviews, and cannot provide celebrity contact information.
