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    Gig Gab – The Working Musician’s Podcast

    Welcome to Gig Gab—the podcast sanctuary for working musicians and anyone fascinated by the vibrant, often unseen world behind every note played on stage. Whether you’re a musician, a member of the crew, or just someone who loves peeking behind the curtain to discover the secrets of live performances, you’ve found your tribe.

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    Musical Work Ethic Nov 08, 2021
    Show notes Music Work Ethic — Gig Gab 325 episode image

    How would you rate your musical work ethic? How about your band’s? Are you all in sync? Listen as Paul and Dave tackle this question and more within the framework of their current projects…and some past ones! If there ever was an episode which epitomized your two favorite weekend warriors catch-phrase of “Always Be Performing”, this is it!

    • 00:00:00 Gig Gab 325 – Monday, November 8, 2021
    • 00:03:19 Another Sunday Gig
    • 00:11:38 Arranging vs. Rehearsing
    • 00:17:08 Eric-Selecting Albums for Shows
      • Right is a consensus!
    • 00:36:40 Your band’s work ethic
    • 00:52:37 Gig Gab 325 Outtro

    The post Musical Work Ethic — Gig Gab 325 appeared first on Gig Gab.

    Dissecting Difficult Music Nov 01, 2021
    Show notes Dissecting Difficult Music — Gig Gab 324 episode image

    How does your band approach rehearsing difficult music? We all know the difference between practice and rehearsal, but some rehearsal is (way) harder than others. Listen as Paul and Dave talk through their thoughts — and examples — of getting through the tough stuff. That’s not all, though! Conversations around bookings, rate negotiations, and snare sounds abound. Press play and always be performing!

    • 00:00:00 Gig Gab 324 – Monday, November 1, 2021
    • 00:01:28 Avoiding the Sophomore Slump
    • 00:07:46 Dissecting Difficult Tunes
      • “Sounded like a song”
    • 00:20:05 SPONSOR: Ultimate Ears Pro. To celebrate the return of live music, Ultimate Ears is offering listeners 20% off with coupon code GIGGAB20.
    • 00:22:30 Mad Haus…Finally Nailing That Snare Sound
      • Big Fat Snare Drum – Steve’s Donut
    • 00:28:37 The (Rate) Struggle Is Real
      • Coach Your Clients into Good Behavior
    • 00:50:07 Gig Gab 324 Outtro

    The post Dissecting Difficult Music — Gig Gab 324 appeared first on Gig Gab.

    Always Be Performing…Uniquely Oct 26, 2021
    Show notes Always Be Performing…Uniquely – Gig Gab 323 episode image

    Recent years have brought about opportunities for reinvention in a lot of ways, including musical! Have you done anything different since you’ve been able to get back out there and start playing? Listen as Paul and Dave answer that question this week. Then listen as your two favorite weekend warriors evolve that into a conversation about differentiating our projects for our audiences… and ourselves!

    • 00:00:00 Gig Gab 323 – Tuesday, October 26, 2021
    • 00:02:16 Would you want video?
    • 00:06:10 What’s Going On – The perfect amount of lack of rehearsal
      • Stu Dias
      • John Mettam
      • Mike Effenberger
    • 00:22:18 SPONSOR: Bandzoogle — Listeners can go to Bandzoogle.com to try it free for 30 days, and use the promo code “giggab” to get 15% off the first year of any subscription.
    • 00:25:12 Keeping your projects unique
    • 00:40:28 GG 323 Outtro

    The post Always Be Performing…Uniquely – Gig Gab 323 appeared first on Gig Gab.

    Focus and Discipline Oct 19, 2021
    Show notes Focus and Discipline — Gig Gab 322 episode image

    Productivity is often the result of well-applied focus and discipline. How do you make this work for your band? And… what about a lack of either or both of those? Listen as Paul and Dave talk about — and show a shining example of — both of these things (or is it a lack thereof?!?). On top of that discussions ensue about refreshing your song list, the Velvet Underground, tribute bands, and your two favorite weekend warriors favorite Beatles songs! Press play and always be performing!

    • 00:00:00 Gig Gab 322 – Tuesday, October 19, 2021
    • 00:01:08 Bob Heil… next week?
    • 00:01:38 Band retreat. Learning how to rehearse together.
    • 00:12:00 SPONSOR: Ultimate Ears Pro. To celebrate the return of live music, Ultimate Ears is offering listeners 20% off with coupon code GIGGAB20. Offer good through end of October.
    • 00:14:31 Focus and Discipline
    • Refreshing Your Songlist
    • 00:21:42 Beatles Songs in Houserockers
      • Day Tripper
      • Drive My Car “Love” Medley
      • The End
      • Tell Me Why
      • Stick the melodies!
    • 00:31:54 Velvet Underground Documentary
    • 00:37:04 Rehearsing Marvin Gaye.
      • Foreigner’s Journey
    • 00:44:35 GG 322

    The post Focus and Discipline — Gig Gab 322 appeared first on Gig Gab.

    Band Leadership Styles Oct 04, 2021
    Show notes Band Leadership Styles — Gig Gab 321 Outtro

    Much has been said over the years about keeping a band together, and this week your two favorite weekend warriors say even more.

    Is it helpful? Only you can decide!

    That’s not all, though, Dave played two gigs this weekend with some significant anomalies, and he talks through making this all work. Paul played a wedding and talks about the (broken?) flow of these things.

    All this and more on Gig Gab, folks. Press play and remember…always be performing!

    • 00:00:00 Gig Gab 321 – Monday, October 4, 2021
    • 00:01:11 Where are we going?
    • 00:02:59 On-The-Fly Changes to Thwart The Rain
    • 00:07:42 Subs in an original band
    • 00:11:00 The flow of a wedding
    • 00:19:12 Refreshing the setlist
    • 00:25:53 Democracy vs. Dictatorship
      • feedback@giggabpodcast.com
    • 00:45:42 Gig Gab 321 Outtro

    The post Band Leadership Styles — Gig Gab 321 appeared first on Gig Gab.

    Gear Gab, Rehearsal Structure, and More Sep 27, 2021
    Show notes Gear Gab, Rehearsal Structure, and More — Gig Gab 320 episode image

    When your band rehearses, what’s the expectation of everyone coming in? Is there a minimum bar to hit, or a high bar to beat? Listen as Paul and Dave talk through their experiences with band rehearsals over the years.

    But that’s not all… Gear Gab is never far away, and this week we talk microphones and pick-up patterns and monitors and more. Make sure you choose the right mic for you, and make sure you understand its pick-up pattern so you know where to place monitor wedges and other instruments.

    Lastly, your two favorite weekend warriors have been navigating around Covid just like everyone else, and it turns out that “everyone else” also includes A-level touring acts… some of whom are having trouble this fall. Listen to some anecdotes gleaned from some of the top touring artists about what they’re doing and how it’s working.

    Press play and please remember: Always Be Performing!

    • 00:00:00 Gig Gab 320 – Monday, September 27, 2021
    • 00:00:55 Playing the beach
    • 00:05:53 Uptown Funk Is Today’s Sweet Home Alabama
      • Phil ’n The Blanks
    • 00:11:45 Primus Q&A – Covid, Geddy Lee, and … More (we’re sorry)
    • 00:20:54 Gig Gab Listener Survey
    • 00:21:17 Brian-Microphones and Gear for Singing Drummers and More
      • Heil PR-31BW
      • Monoprice XLR Cables
    • Shure Beta 58A
    • 00:29:57 Shayne-319-The Art of Replacing Band Members
    • 00:38:33 Rehearsal Structure — The “Practice” Conversation
      • David Jameson on Gig Gab
    • 00:51:53 Gig Gab 320 Outtro

    The post Gear Gab, Rehearsal Structure, and More — Gig Gab 320 appeared first on Gig Gab.

    Turning Up Your Band's Efficiency Sep 21, 2021
    Show notes Turning Up Your Band's Efficiency — Gig Gab 319 episode image. Ba Dee Ya. 11

    Today your two favorite weekend warriors turn their attention to efficiency and how you can make your band’s setup process happen faster, and with more consistent results. Paul had a recent gig which highlighted this for him, but I’m sure we’ve all been there, right? Do you remember? Ba Dee Ya. Then it’s on to how to approach replacing a long-time member of your band. Dave’s going through it with Fling, Paul’s going through it with The Houserockers, and they’re not alone. What’s that thing we say at the end of each episode? Do you remember? Ba Dee Ya. Also, Always Be Performing!

    • 00:00:00 Gig Gab 319 – Tuesday, September 21, 2021 (Ba Dee Ya!)
    • 00:01:45 Phil Collins on Stage 2021
    • 00:10:17 A Rough FOH Experience
    • 00:17:55 SPONSOR: Bandzoogle — Listeners can go to Bandzoogle.com to try it free for 30 days, and use the promo code “giggab” to get 15% off the first year of any subscription.
    • 00:20:06 Making Your Setup More Efficient
    • 00:38:08 Replacing a long-time member.
      • Dezron Douglas
    • 00:49:02 New Musical Opportunities!
    • 00:55:11 GG 319

    The post Turning Up Your Band’s Efficiency — Gig Gab 319 appeared first on Gig Gab.

    What is a Successful Gig? Sep 13, 2021
    Show notes What is a Successful Gig? — Gig Gab 318 episode image

    While you’re playing…how do you define success? Is it seeing people dancing? singing? paying you money? What are the metrics you use? Hear your two favorite weekend warriors share some of their own success stories from this weekend’s gigs. Then it’s time to talk about a few logistical issues with gigging… getting setup, balancing your monitors (in-ears!), getting in touch with bandmates last-minute, and more. Plus, a few gear tips for drummers. All this and more when you press play with Paul Kent and Dave Hamilton. Remember: Always be performing!

    • 00:00:00 Gig Gab 318 – Monday, September 13, 2021
    • 00:00:59 Time to get setup
    • 00:03:02 Having Big Ears
    • 00:06:29 Measuring success in the moment
    • 00:08:35 A crowd which actually listens!
    • 00:15:22 Stinkfoot Orchestra’s First Gig!
    • 00:21:03 Would you hire a musician without a cell phone?
    • 00:24:06 BBM Gig Gab Listener Survey
    • 00:25:54 Dave-CSF-Kick Block and Pedal Block
    • 00:29:37 Russ’s Drum Rug
    • 00:31:57 Shared Backline Challenges
    • 00:36:25 Balancing the in-ears… again
    • 00:40:19 Musing on the next few months
    • 00:49:13 Gig Gab 318

    The post What is a Successful Gig? — Gig Gab 318 appeared first on Gig Gab.

    Do You Instruct Your Audience? Sep 06, 2021
    Show notes Do You Instruct Your Audience? — Gig Gab 317 episode image

    Do you ever instruct your audience on how to enjoy your music? Do you instruct them to do anything else? The reality is that we all instruct our audiences in some ways, but the question is… how do we do it? Listen to Paul and Dave discuss a few scenarios, including whether or not to require your audience be vaccinated.

    That’s not all, though! Listener questions drive the bus, including one about a departing band member. And, of course, your two favorite weekend warriors share a few thoughts about the late Charlie Watts.

    Press play and enjoy!

    • 00:00:00 Gig Gab 317 – Monday, September 6, 2021
      • Moving a show
      • Simon Santiago and Breaux and Co
      • Drummer Don Frank
      • Some Words for Charlie Watts
    • 00:19:54 SPONSOR: Bandzoogle — Listeners can go to Bandzoogle.com to try it free for 30 days, and use the promo code “giggab” to get 15% off the first year of any subscription.
    • 00:21:51 Kevin-Mandating Vaccines for Your Audiences
    • 00:45:14 Mr. X-A departing band member
    • 00:58:33 GG 317 Outtro

    The post Do You Instruct Your Audience? — Gig Gab 317 appeared first on Gig Gab.

    Your Band Needs a Brown M&M Clause Aug 23, 2021
    Show notes Your Band Needs a Brown M&M Clause — Gig Gab 316 Episode Image

    Working with different sound teams can always be a struggle, even when they’re the best in the business. How do you communicate with them? How do you know they’re listening? How do you convey your point without being annoying? These are just some of the questions that come up as Paul and Dave talk through their more recent gigs.

    Then it’s on to setups and getting your band — and your individual instruments — to sound good in the rooms you play. How much thought are you putting into that, and how are you addressing it on the fly?

    All this and more here on Gig Gab… press play and, don’t forget: Always Be Performing!

    • 00:00:00 Gig Gab 316 – Monday, August 23, 2021
    • 00:01:17 Gig Setup Time
      • Your Band Needs a Brown M&M Clause
      • Dan Meblin on Gig Gab
    • 00:24:20 SPONSOR: Ultimate Ears Pro. To celebrate the return of live music, Ultimate Ears is offering listeners huge discounts with their HEAR IT LIVE Promotion. UE LIVE gets $500 OFF, UE18+ $400 OFF, and UE11 $300 OFF. Offer ends on 9/13.
    • 00:25:51 Upcoming Fling gig — first with all-ears, first with all sans amp, first since November 9, 2019.
    • 00:31:51 Bitter Pill band rehearsal amidst a string of gigs
    • 00:33:32 A Strategic Look Into Money and Value
      • Cover Band Confidential and Cover Band Central
    • 00:39:21 Blending your instrument’s sound in the room
    • 00:44:49 In-Ear Tips
    • 00:46:52 GG 316

    The post Your Band Needs a Brown M&M Clause — Gig Gab 316 appeared first on Gig Gab.

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