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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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    Inexpensive Gear, In-Ear Tricks, and a little Frank! Jun 01, 2021
    Show notes Man with cans-and-string on his ears - Inexpensive Gear, In-Ear Tricks, and a little Frank! – Gig Gab 306 episode image

    When can you buy off-brand gear and still get the quality you need without breaking the bank? Paul and Dave talk about a few experiments they’ve recently performed and their results with not-the-name-brand stuff.

    Paul added a little Frank to his set recently, and it opens up a conversation about how to approach collaboration, in general. As Paul says, “a band is an exercise in compromise.”

    Lastly, Dave’s played a few gigs recently which have expanded his thinking about approaching your in-ear monitor mix, and he shares those tips with Paul and all of you. Have your own tips? Share ’em with your two favorite weekend warriors at feedback@giggabpodcast.com and they’ll read ’em on the next episode!

    • 00:00:00 Gig Gab 306 – Tuesday, June 1, 2021
    • 00:06:25 Behringer B906 Guitar cabinet mic ($57 on Amazon as of show date)
      • Behringer B906 vs Senneheiser E906
      • Firefly Guitars
    • 00:14:33 SPONSOR: Upstart. Whether it’s paying off credit cards, consolidating high-interest debt, or funding personal expenses, Upstart looks at more than your credit score and can offer you smarter rates with trusted partners. Visit Upstart.com/GIGGAB today to learn more.
    • 00:16:09 Adding a little Frank!
    • 00:19:11 The All Blues Gig
      • A Band is an Exercise in Compromise
    • 00:32:13
    • 00:33:32 More ears tricks
      • Remove the wedges
      • Set-it-and-forget-it
      • Add some reverb
    • 00:39:50 GG 306

    The post Inexpensive Gear, In-Ear Tricks, and a little Frank! – Gig Gab 306 appeared first on Gig Gab.

    Brian Geller from The Atomic Punks and Ultimate Ears: In-Ear Monitors, Tribute Bands, and More! May 24, 2021
    Show notes Brian Geller giving his best David Lee Roth scowl, Gig Gab 305 episode image

    Brian Geller, singer with Van Halen tribute The Atomic Punks (oh, and with a day job at Ultimate Ears) joins the show today to talk in-ears, tribute bands, and oh so much more.

    Listen as Brian shares his tips with Paul and Dave about getting a good in-ear mix, selecting the right in-ears, how to keep your voice strong throughout a gig and more. Your three favorite weekend warriors really have a lot to say this week, and Brian leads the charge.

    Press play, and don’t forget: Always Be Performing!

    • 00:00:00 Gig Gab 305 – Monday, May 24, 2021
    • Guest: Brian Geller, from both Ultimate Ears and Atomic Punks
      • Michael Starr from Steel Panther
      • Dave Strout, Vocal Coach
      • Playing with Sammy Hagar and Michael Anthony
    • 00:16:44 SPONSOR: EveryPlate: Try EveryPlate for just $1.99 per meal plus an additional 20% off your next 2 boxes by going to EveryPlate.com and entering code giggab199
    • 00:18:50 Getting back to Playing Live
      • Brian uses UE Live
      • UE 7 for Singers and Guitar Players
      • Jerry Harvey on GigGab
    • Tricks for selecting in-ears
      • Ask: What’s your repair lead-time
      • UE 11 for Drummers
    • Ultimate Ears Sping Sale
    • Getting the right IEM mix
      • Add some reverb
      • Mix ‘em yourself or let someone else do it?
      • Go with the Ambient Feature
    • Vocal tips
    • 00:56:54 GG 305 Outtro
      • Find Brian: Backstage.UltimateEars.com

    The post Brian Geller: In-Ear Monitors, Tribute Bands, and More! — Gig Gab 305 appeared first on Gig Gab.

    What is a Wedding Band? May 20, 2021
    Show notes What is a Wedding Band? — Gig Gab 304 Episode Image

    What is a Wedding Band? While there are many answers to this question, there is one which takes precedence over all others. Do you know which that is?

    Listen as Paul and Dave chat through this interesting topic, including hearing them share a lot of your thoughts about the transition from club band to wedding band.

    In addition, of course, your two favorite weekend warriors love gear, and they’ve got some ideas to share with y’all about that, too! Press play…and always be performing!

    • 00:00:00 Gig Gab 304 – Thursday, May 20, 2021
    • 00:01:37 New mic for PitchSlap: Beyerdynamic TG D57
      • Previously: Shure PGA98H-XLR
    • 00:03:39 Rehearsals happen for The Houserockers and FLING
      • The Stinkfoot Orchestra
      • CSF-Mackie MP-320
    • 00:18:22 Dave-Gig Checklist Additions
      • Shoes
      • Guitar stand
      • Guitar strap
      • Charging cables
      • Spare speaker cables
      • Extension cords for power and audio
      • Business cards both for the band and personally.
    • 00:20:56 Transitioning to a wedding band
      • Bryan-Transitioning to a Wedding Band via Grooming
      • Dave-Wedding Bands are so much more work!
      • Matt-Trade-offs between a club band and wedding machine
    • 00:47:51 GG 304 Outtro

    The post What is a Wedding Band? — Gig Gab 304 appeared first on Gig Gab.

    What's On Your Gig-Packing Checklist? May 10, 2021
    Show notes Guitar player and checklist. What's On Your Gig-Packing Checklist? — Gig Gab 303

    As we’re getting back to playing gigs again, we might’ve been practicing our instruments through pandemic, but most of us haven’t been practicing setting up and tearing down for gigs.

    It stands to reason that those first couple of gigs out might have some logistical rough edges! With that in mind, do you have a gig-packing checklist? If so, what’s on it? If not… what would you put on it? Listen as Paul and Dave share their ideas with you, adding to the hive-mind to ensure only one of us makes each error … ONCE!

    Plus, listen as your two favorite weekend warriors talk about the re-opening paths in their respective locations. One of them was even in an arena this past weekend! Press play, folks, and always be performing!

    • 00:00:00 Gig Gab 303 – Monday, May 10, 2021
    • 00:00:45 The staggered return of live music
    • 00:06:40 Dave was in an arena!
    • 00:10:20 Fling and Houserockers Rehearsals Return
    • 00:25:17 SPONSOR: Upstart. Whether it’s paying off credit cards, consolidating high-interest debt, or funding personal expenses, Upstart looks at more than your credit score and can offer you smarter rates with trusted partners. Visit Upstart.com/GIGGAB today to learn more.
    • 00:27:16 302-What’s On Your Gig Checklist?
      • Thermacell
      • feedback@giggabpodcast.com
    • 00:41:38 Where do you play quiet, moody music?
    • 00:42:26 Gig Gab 303

    The post What’s On Your Gig-Packing Checklist? — Gig Gab 303 appeared first on Gig Gab.

    Uniqueness, Competition, and Ego May 05, 2021
    Show notes "Band Only Please" on a sign by a farm

    Gigs are slowly starting to happen again, so Paul brings the question: what songs are the best songs for your band to be playing? Listen as he and Dave talk through this and decide what it means to be unique. One thing’s for sure: they don’t have a unique definition of this concept! That’s not all, though. Listen as your two favorite weekend warriors talk about leveraging your ego as a tool, the joy of setting up a stage…and broken toes! Always Be Performing, for sure!

    • 00:00:00 Gig Gab 302 – Wednesday, May 5, 2021
    • 00:01:14 Dave: Two outdoor gigs, bringing all the gear, full band and acoustic, etc. broken toe
    • 00:08:47 Finding a use for that lingering piece of gear!
      • Multiple Pitch Slaps
    • 00:09:55 Leveraging your ego as a tool
      • David Jameson on Gig Gab
    • 00:19:05 Uniqueness and Competition
    • 00:33:59 RIP Laurie Roberts, a Friendly Voice
    • 00:35:02 Happy Birthday Jamie Coffis of The Coffis Brothers
    • 00:37:40 GG 302 Outtro

    The post Uniqueness, Competition, and Ego – Gig Gab 302 appeared first on Gig Gab.

    Rough Landings and Axe Grinding Apr 26, 2021
    Show notes Rough Plane Landing - Gig Gab 301

    Gigs are on the schedule, rehearsals are happening, and there’s music to be played by your two favorite weekend warriors. Still, coming out of all this pandemicking will not necessarily be any easier than getting into it, at least not for Dave. Listen as he and Paul talk through what this will be like…and how to get there. Then it turn out the guys have some axe-grinding to do about your reliability reputations. All this and more if you just press play!

    • 00:00:00 Gig Gab 301 – Monday, April 26, 2021
      • That “Between gigs” feeling. Last N2N 3/25…4/30 resumes!
      • Corner Point Bitter Pilz Release Party!
      • The beer scene vs. the bar scene
      • Pitch Slap Cajon
    • 00:11:56 SPONSOR: EveryPlate: Try EveryPlate for just $1.99 per meal plus an additional 20% off your next 2 boxes by going to EveryPlate.com and entering code giggab199
    • 00:14:17 Rough landings
      • We want to be normal!
    • 00:28:14 Managing your own reputation
    • 00:36:31 GG 301 Outtro

    The post Rough Landings and Axe Grinding — Gig Gab 301 appeared first on Gig Gab.

    Getting Back to Business Apr 19, 2021
    Show notes Ron Artis II on stage in Portland, Oregon for Gig Gab 300 Episode Image

    New beginnings are in the air! Dave and Paul have gigs booked, Dave saw live music indoors, and there is a light at the end of the tunnel! Your two favorite weekend warriors even took this special day to enjoy a little detour chatting about R.E.M. Press play and enjoy, friends. And remember: always be performing!

    • 00:00:00 Gig Gab 300 – Monday, April 19, 2021
    • 00:03:44 Gigging in the new scene
      • All-time record tip day
      • Bose L1 Pro16
      • Mackie REACH
      • Shure SM7B
      • CloudLifter
      • FetHead
    • 00:17:10 SPONSOR: Upstart. Whether it’s paying off credit cards, consolidating high-interest debt, or funding personal expenses, Upstart looks at more than your credit score and can offer you smarter rates with trusted partners. Visit Upstart.com/GIGGAB today to learn more.
    • 00:19:04 Ron Artis II at The Jack London Revue
    • 00:26:01 R.E.M.’s First Gig 4/19/1980
    • 00:34:21 Houserockers “Back to business” meeting
      • Returning to the stage on June 25th!
    • 00:41:03 GG 300 Outtro

    The post Getting Back to Business — Gig Gab 300 appeared first on Gig Gab.

    David Jameson, Gig Performer and Tribute Band Extraordinaire! Apr 05, 2021
    Show notes David Jameson playing the Eigenharp on the cover of Gig Gab 299

    David Jameson joins the show today to share his stories about playing in some of the top tribute bands in the country. Touring the world with Trey Gunn, Jerry Marotta, and more, David’s stories are both interesting and enlightening. You never know where a chance encounter is going to lead until you go there, and David’s life is full of many such tales!

    David is also one of the partners — and programmers — behind Gig Performer, a plug-in host used by both keyboardists and guitarists to manage sounds on stage in a high-pressure environment.

    Listen as David shares his stories and knowledge with Paul and Dave. “Always Be Performing” is the mantra, and David lives it!

    • 00:00:00 Gig Gab 299 – Monday, April 5, 2021
      • David Jameson: Keyboardist, Programmer, and Tribute Band Extraordinaire!
      • Beyond the Wall — Pink Floyd Tribute
        • Daryl’s House on May 16th
      • Security Project – Peter Gabriel Tribute
        • Trey Gunn
        • Jerry Marotta
      • Reelin in the Years – Steely Dan Tribute
        • Took over for Pete Levin
      • Covers vs. Original Music
      • Pictures at an Exhibition
      • Sheep (Pink Floyd Song)
      • “You’ve gotta be prepared, you’ve gotta get the breaks, and then you’ve gotta be able to prove yourself.”
      • Scott Weinberger (producer) (and drummer)
      • Peter Gabriel / Security
      • Eigenharp
      • Dreamland Studios
      • Can you Hang… On the Road?
        • The Snorchestra
    • Steely Dan Plugins and Phasers because of…
      • Gig Performer
        • Mainstage
        • Max (Cycling74)
    • 00:44:18 Gig Gab 299 Outtro

    The post David Jameson, Gig Performer and Tribute Band Extraordinaire! — Gig Gab 299 appeared first on Gig Gab.

    Social Media Management, SXSW Movies, More Mar 31, 2021
    Show notes Gig Gab 298 Episode Image with Social Media Management, SXSW Movies, More

    Certainly your show on stage is a reflection of your band’s brand, and so are your actions on social media. What about your fans on social media, though? They can also define who you are. Listen as your two favorite weekend warriors go through all this and more.

    Then Dave takes Paul (and all the rest of you!) through a few music-focused movies he saw “at” SXSW earlier this month. Listen to him review these things from the viewpoint of a working musician, then send in your recommendations to feedback@giggabpodcast.com

    • 00:00:00 Gig Gab 298 – Monday, March 29, 2021
    • 00:01:30 Gigs on Deck!
    • 00:06:04 Encouraging — and Finessing — Input.
    • 00:14:25 SXSW Movies:
      • 00:16:47 Demi Lovato, Dancing with the Devil
      • 00:19:13 Tom Petty, Somewhere You Feel Free
        • Runnin’ Down a Dream (2007)
      • 00:29:54 Under the Volcano Movie
        • AIR Studios Montserrat
    • 00:40:06 Should You Blast a Venue?
    • 00:57:00 GG 298 Outtro

    The post Social Media Management, SXSW Music Movies, More — Gig Gab 298 appeared first on Gig Gab.

    Tipping Tips, Streaming Styles, and SXSW Mar 24, 2021
    Show notes Tip Jar for Musicians - Gig Gab 297 episode image

    Alliteration is fun, but playing music is even funner. Listen as Paul and Dave talk through some recent rehearsals, gigs, streaming projects, and more. Politics even comes up in a conversation about SXSW…but probably not the way you think. You’ll just have to listen and see! Press play and join your two favorite weekend warriors for this week’s music-obsessed journey!

    • 00:00:00 Gig Gab 297 – Wednesday, March 24, 2021
    • 00:01:52 Macworld All-Star Band, “Take Me To the River”
    • 00:09:00 Tipping Tips?
      • Bose L1 Pro16
      • feedback@giggabpodcast.com
    • 00:18:38 Bitter Pill Rehearsal
    • 00:27:21 Youth Cabaret – full-house!
    • 00:32:14 Should we just go SXSW Sessions?
    • 00:32:58 SXSW Sessions:
      • 00:34:25 Concerts in a Post-COVID World
      • 00:39:20 Fan and Band Interactions in Livestream
      • 00:51:20 Wille Nelson on Politics
    • 00:57:26 RIP Lou Soliz, lead singer of SAGE
    • 00:58:36 Gig Gab 297 Outtro

    The post Tipping Tips, Streaming Styles, and SXSW — Gig Gab 297 appeared first on Gig Gab.

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