Got an example of what a great flyer looks like to you? Just curious... :)
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here are just a few quick examples.. and these are "OK" not the best, but they look , most are simple...
http://www.globalgathering.com/upload/GG.09_Line_Up.jpg
http://www.bit-byters.net/wp-content...ove-techno.jpg
http://i234.photobucket.com/albums/e...DHN060310f.jpg
http://www.mecha-entertainment.com/d...zbar_small.jpg
I like the 'I love techno' and 'Radio Slave' posters.
Modern, simple and effective. And the I love techno is also very colourful which is cool :D
I like the font in #2 (OP) but I agree that it doesn't look 'done' yet.
Honestly, I think a simple black/white, or at least just something that can be reproduced well in black in white is the way to go for small gigs. Maybe its just me.