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Of Sound, Promo & Merchandise – Gig Gab 17 May 26, 2015

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This week Paul and Dave start with a discussion about promotion — how much falls on you with your band and how much falls on the venue? Then it’s on to managing sound at a gig, including a few pro-tips from your Weekend Warriors. Paul then surprises Dave with a pop-quiz about Memorial Day-themed songs. All that, plus a quick wrap-up about Merchandise and its true value to your band. Enjoy!

Dave’s band, FLING’s homepage
Paul’s band, The Houserockers’ homepage

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Live Music is Worth Something – Gig Gab 15 May 19, 2015

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Have you ever taken — or been tempted to take — a non-paying gig? Paul and Dave certainly have and they tell their tales of woe in this week’s episode. Have some thoughts on this subject? Have a set of nineties-era tunes that you think will stand the test of time? Send ’em in to feedback@giggabpodcast.com and your two favorite weekend warriors will share them in a future episode!

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Of Monsters and Men – Gig Gab 14 May 12, 2015

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What happens if you’re the very best musician in your band? How about if you’re the worst? Paul and Dave talk through these scenarios, and (in their minds, anyway!) they’ve both been in both places. Hear some war stories that help illustrate what works and what doesn’t, too! As always, feedback@giggabpodcast.com is where to send your feedback and stories!

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Digging Into The Woodshed – Gig Gab 13 May 05, 2015

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This episode is all about practice. How do you practice? What do you practice? Do you have a plan? What’s your plan? How often? And then… what’s the difference between practice and rehearsal? (and do you want to play with musicians that don’t yet know the answer to that question?). All of this and more, discussed by Paul and Dave this week on GigGab. Email feedback@giggabpodcast.com with your questions, comments and more!

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The Significant Other Discussion – Gig Gab 12 Apr 27, 2015

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It took 11 episodes and a weekend chock full of (too many?) gigs to finally get your two working musician podcasters to let their guard down and enter the minefield that is discussing wives, husbands, boyfriends, girlfriends. Whatever the label, it’s probably a bad idea to record this discussion. And then they released it, here for your listening pleasure. Send in your thoughts about this episode to feedback@giggabpodcast.com. Paul and Dave would love to hear what you have to say about this one.

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Guitar Sounds and Band Politics – Gig Gab 11 Apr 21, 2015

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Your two favorite working musicians throw off their flak jackets and address two of the most opinionated topics possible: guitar tones and band politics. What could go wrong? Turns out, not too much. Paul and Dave navigate through these treacherous waters and dig out the nuggets just for you. Have an opinion of your own? Send it into feedback@giggabpodcast.com and the guys will address it!

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Gear Talk (Drums and Sound) – Gig Gab 10 Apr 14, 2015

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Gear is fun, and most musicians spend more time thinking and talking about gear — and money spent paying for gear — than just about anything else related to their hobby. It’s high time your favorite Weekend Warriors dug into this conversation and this week’s episode digs into Dave’s drum gear and then into the mixing consoles that the guys each use for their gigs. Listen up!

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The Trainwreck Discussion – Gig Gab 9 Apr 06, 2015

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Every musician goes through the on-stage train wreck at times, and Paul and Dave are no exception. They talk through their train wrecks and, more importantly, how they dealt with them. A great discussion, and one you can contribute to, as well. Send in your stories to feedback@giggabpodcast.com and join in the fun!

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The Holy Grail of Stage Volume – Gig Gab 8 Mar 31, 2015

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Paul and Dave start with some listener feedback (their first!) and then it’s time to talk about attaining the perfect stage volume. Always a tough thing to get right, but Paul and Dave do their best to explain their processes and how they try to get it right each time. It’s an ever-evolving process, for sure!

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Pay Scales and The Subbing Dilemma – Gig Gab 7 Mar 24, 2015

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For a working cover band the subject of pay is always a touchy one. Paul and Dave talk through their thoughts and experiences when it comes to ensuring you’re doing the right gigs and getting paid properly. Then it’s on to the matter of subs. Are you sub? Do you want to hire a sub? In the end, how does it affect your band? All this and more!

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