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weather contingencies at an outdoor gig

Weather contingencies for your next outdoor gig

April 14, 2022April 15, 2022 Michael Gallant

Weather can play an adverse or inspirational role in your outdoor gigs. Either way, be prepared for anything. Read the post.

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Getting back to performing live after quarantine

November 1, 2021November 1, 2021 Michael Gallant

The pandemic froze many indie artists’ live concert careers. If you’re ready to start playing for in-person audiences again, the right preparation can set you up for success. Read the post.

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Dress the part: Choosing the right outfit for the gig

April 9, 2019April 9, 2019 Michael Gallant

When you take the stage, the music comes first — but wearing the right outfit can play a small (or not so small) part in helping you give a performance your music deserves. Read the post.

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Mirror, mirror: How watching yourself perform can elevate your music

January 15, 2019January 15, 2019 Michael Gallant

Watching yourself in a mirror while you perform or practice can help you elevate your music and performance, so find opportunities to gaze while you play and learn from what you see. Read the post.

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The strange and wonderful world of live music gigs

January 3, 2019January 3, 2019 Chris Huff

Heartwarming stories, insane stories, tragic stories — anyone who has spent a life playing music has them. Whether a performer, manager, roadie… live music gigs are too unpredictable for there not to be some weirdness. Read the post

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How to make a detailed input list for your live shows

September 14, 2017September 14, 2017 Michael Gallant

An input list should include every instrument, DI, and vocal that’s part of your stage set-up. Here are some tips to help you put together an effective input list with minimal headache. Read More.

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The details your live sound engineer wants to know

September 5, 2017September 5, 2017 Michael Gallant

Think you’ve told your live sound engineer everything he needs to know for your big gig? Don’t forget these important details. Read More.

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Set yourself up for success with an accurate stage plot

August 25, 2017August 29, 2017 Michael Gallant

A well-crafted stage plot – customized to the lineup and tech needs of your band – can go a long way towards setting yourself up for success once you hit the stage, especially for a multi-band event. Read More.

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Being a musician for hire: how to make it as a freelance side-musician

July 31, 2017October 2, 2018 Michael Gallant

Whether contributing backing vocals, laying down beats, or anything in between, playing the role of a musician for hire can be complicated. Here are some tips to help you make it. Read More.

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Five fixes to improve your chances for success as a singer/songwriter

July 12, 2017October 30, 2017 Larry Butler

If you want success as a singer/songwriter, I already know these five things need to be addressed without even seeing your show. Read More.

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Want happiness in your music career? It’s never too late to learn.

June 29, 2017November 21, 2017 Johnny Dwinell

You’ll love Jewel’s story because it’s incredibly inspiring. You might also hate it, because it will leave you with zero excuses in your pursuit to find happiness in your music career. Read More.

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Will this gig help you reach your music career goals?

June 22, 2017June 22, 2017 Dave Kusek

When working toward your music career goals, the big question I want to focus on is: “How do I know if a gig is worth playing?” Read More.

Give your fans a live music performance to remember

June 19, 2015May 11, 2016 Bobby Borg

live music performanceIt takes more than just great songs and great performances to get people excited about your music career, especially when you’re just starting out or you want attention in a competitive city like Los Angeles, New York, or Nashville. A musical artist must produce a live show experience that excites the audience and reinforces its brand. Read more.

7 creative ways indie artists can spend their money (when they’ve got money to spend)

April 21, 2015April 21, 2015 Bobby Borg

Enhance your music careerMost indie artists don’t have a lot of money in the bank, but if you’re going to spend your valuable savings, there may be alternative (I.e. less obvious) investments you can make to enhance your music career. What follows are seven ways to spend your money when you’ve got money to spend. Read more.

Another awful music gig

February 5, 2015July 22, 2015 Michael Gallant

More tales from the worst gigsIn “Tales of the worst music gigs ever,” we shared a handful of on-the-gig horror stories and lessons learned from them. While those stories were all wrenching in their own rights, here is one from New York bassist Dmitry Ishenko that stands in a category of its own. Read more.

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