"There’s a lot of debate out there about whether or not a band should focus on getting established locally before trying their hand at regional, national, or even global notoriety."
Creating momentum in your hometown can definitively lead to bigger gigs, so take a look at this great article posted by our friends at DIY Musician, with some awesome advice on how to establish your band locally that lead to bigger opportunities.
http://diymusician.cdbaby.com/musician-tips/how-to-establish-your-band-locally-and-move-onto-bigger-gigs/