Podcasts by Gig Gab - The Working Musicians
Wanna talk shop with your musical buddies? Look no further than Gig Gab! Each week Paul Kent and Dave Hamilton come to you sharing their gigging experiences, tips and tricks learned, and interviews with other weekend warriors and pros.
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Changes Are Afoot from 2023-12-06T02:55:42
Ventriloquism is Art from 2023-11-29T03:25:20
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Musical Plumbers from 2023-11-21T03:34:28
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Keeping It Equitable with Christopher"High C"Breen from 2023-11-14T03:52:32
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Clubbing Seals from 2023-11-08T03:23:19
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Alclair Custom IEMs: Affordable Quality from 2023-10-30T16:49:49
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Rebranding Your Band from 2023-10-24T01:03:56
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Mike Schulte from Pork Tornadoes from 2023-10-11T02:21:46
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Take Your Time from 2023-10-03T02:50:01
Adam Moskowitz, The Invisible Conductor from 2023-09-27T02:25:28
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Grip It&Rip It from 2023-09-19T04:07:45
The Fragile Nature of Bands from 2023-09-06T01:53:02
Musical Accountability from 2023-08-29T02:32:51
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Reverse Engineering Rock and Roll with SuperMegaUltraGroovy’s Chris Liscio from 2023-08-15T02:44:46
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Always Be...Perfecting Your Craft from 2023-08-08T03:25:02
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Reading The Red Flags from 2023-08-02T02:13:51
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Surprise, You're The Headliner from 2023-07-18T23:14:51
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Keep The Sound Guy Stocked! from 2023-07-11T02:14:34
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Attention is Performing from 2023-07-06T00:24:58
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Billy Butler, Rock and Roll Cellist from 2023-06-21T12:30:33
A Hairless Summer from 2023-06-13T02:26:13
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Which Gigs are Most Enjoyable? from 2023-06-07T01:32:33
It Doesn't Work! from 2023-05-23T03:10:37
Listen To The Universe (and The Music) from 2023-05-16T03:13:18
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I Want More E-Mail! from 2023-05-02T02:16:40
Digging (Into) NAMM 2023 with Guest Dan East from 2023-04-25T02:53
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Sharing The Tea Leaves from 2023-04-18T02:25:30
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The Sound of Progress from 2023-04-05T01:36:34
Ethical Gymnastics from 2023-03-28T02:15:26
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Always Be Entertaining from 2023-03-21T01:38:36
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Raise Your Damned Prices! from 2023-03-14T06:26:18
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Hey, Leave Those Gains Alone from 2023-03-02T05:52:46
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Eight Years of Bending Your Ears from 2023-02-20T03:21:18
What's Your Band's Fungibility? from 2023-02-14T03:09:07
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The Gmail Story from 2023-02-07T02:53:26
No Drama The Day of The Gig from 2023-01-31T03:10:05
Play Dive Bars! from 2023-01-16T23:54:06
Don't Be That Guy from 2023-01-11T03:14:39
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Dissecting Songs from 2023-01-02T14:00:59
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The Etiquette of Music from 2022-12-21T00:04:53
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Discovering Music In Today's World from 2022-12-07T02:36:13
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Barn Burners, Door Splits, and Sunday Gigs from 2022-11-30T21:02:24
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Every Band Needs a Davis from 2022-11-23T04:21:37
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Playing In Tune (With The Universe) from 2022-11-15T03:10:55
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Sorting Your Musical Life from 2022-11-08T03:02:13
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Lessons Learned from 2022-11-02T00:44:19
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Compromise, Collaboration, and Communication from 2022-10-11T00:24:36
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First You Applaud, *Then* We Play The Next Song from 2022-10-04T02:20:20
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High-Stakes Stage Roulette from 2022-09-27T02:16:11
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Wait ‘Til You Hear OUR Version of The Chicken Dance! from 2022-09-13T02:17:46
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Overcoming the First-Set Blues from 2022-09-05T20:28:43
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The Business of Music from 2022-08-23T02:08:34
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Beware Backline Roulette from 2022-08-16T02:12:45
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Beyond The Music with Tribute Band"Tom Petty"Bruce Hilton from 2022-08-08T18:08:59
The Jeanine Syndrome from 2022-08-02T02:13:01
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Learning How To Sing As a Band from 2022-07-27T04:46:57
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If You Can Drink a Beer On Stage, You Can Mix Your Ears from 2022-07-19T02:05:02
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Finding Your Number One Fan from 2022-07-06T05:13:34
Managing Your Musical Priorities from 2022-06-27T19:11:22
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Perfecting Your Setup Routine from 2022-06-14T19:40:36
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Of Harmonicas and Headset Mics from 2022-05-23T19:50:58
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Mixing From The Stage from 2022-05-09T19:27:09
The Rehearsal-Less Band from 2022-05-02T21:53:13
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Navigating The Resurgence from 2022-04-25T19:14:20
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Managing Your Musical Calendar from 2022-04-05T22:17:46
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Watch Him As He Goes... from 2022-03-28T19:45:12
SXSW, Movies,&Knowing Your Audience from 2022-03-15T00:28:52
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The Care and Feeding of Your Band from 2022-03-07T20:39:26
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Mailbag Time! from 2022-02-21T20:45:06
Open Your Heart to Music from 2022-02-14T22:46:14
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Managing Multiple Projects from 2022-02-07T22:03:11
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Always Be Insuring...and Collaborating from 2022-02-01T20:41:17
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Getting Past"Good Enough" from 2022-01-24T20:26
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Viva La Sum Of Your Band's Parts from 2022-01-17T21:22:04
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Embracing and Tweaking Your Sales Process from 2022-01-10T20:35:57
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Evolving Your Band from 2022-01-03T20:10:40
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The Perspective of a Year from 2021-12-28T21:15:18
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Of Clicks and Cliques from 2021-12-13T20:04:39
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Musical Mind Melding from 2021-12-06T20:16:20
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Songwriting, The Beatles, and You from 2021-11-30T22:06:26
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Slowing Down The Music from 2021-11-15T20:12:06
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Musical Work Ethic from 2021-11-08T20:15:23
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Dissecting Difficult Music from 2021-11-01T19:26:42
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Always Be Performing…Uniquely from 2021-10-26T19:08:36
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Focus and Discipline from 2021-10-19T21:03:22
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Band Leadership Styles from 2021-10-04T19:32:31
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Gear Gab, Rehearsal Structure, and More from 2021-09-27T21:12:52
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Turning Up Your Band's Efficiency from 2021-09-21T19:27:51
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What is a Successful Gig? from 2021-09-13T22:25:05
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Do You Instruct Your Audience? from 2021-09-06T18:30:28
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Your Band Needs a Brown M&M Clause from 2021-08-23T19:30:54
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What's Your Band's Image? from 2021-08-16T19:47:25
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Jan Hammer Talks Mahavishnu, Emerson, Hendrix, Jaco … and Getting the JuJu Happening! — Gig Gab 68 Redux from 2021-08-09T18:29:52
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Firing On All Musical Cylinders from 2021-07-27T19:18:58
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People Behaving Like People from 2021-07-19T19:01:28
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The Ever-Elusive"Great Sound" from 2021-07-12T19:25:34
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More Microphones Than Cents from 2021-07-07T19:04:04
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Bands and Connections from 2021-06-30T21:27:59
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Chasing The Perfect Gig from 2021-06-22T19:32:29
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Savor The Moment from 2021-06-16T19:18:16
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Basement Shows and New Faces from 2021-06-08T19:14:46
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Inexpensive Gear, In-Ear Tricks, and a little Frank! from 2021-06-01T19:12:57
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Brian Geller from The Atomic Punks and Ultimate Ears: In-Ear Monitors, Tribute Bands, and More! from 2021-05-24T19:30
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What is a Wedding Band? from 2021-05-20T20:41:46
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What's On Your Gig-Packing Checklist? from 2021-05-10T18:59:52
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Uniqueness, Competition, and Ego from 2021-05-05T21:04
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Rough Landings and Axe Grinding from 2021-04-26T19:01:56
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Getting Back to Business from 2021-04-19T18:59:04
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David Jameson, Gig Performer and Tribute Band Extraordinaire! from 2021-04-05T22:05:57
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Social Media Management, SXSW Movies, More from 2021-03-31T20:22:47
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Tipping Tips, Streaming Styles, and SXSW from 2021-03-24T19:38:01
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Mixing In-Ears with The Mix Doctor from 2021-03-17T19:52:47
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Frictionless Reopening from 2021-03-08T22:01:46
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Covers and Originals: A Battle? from 2021-03-02T20:15:59
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What is a Band? from 2021-02-22T23:44:02
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Duct Tape to The Rescue from 2021-02-15T20:10:04
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Don't Think, Just Concentrate — Gig Gab 291 from 2021-02-08T23:21:20
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Don't Get Complacent, Get Uncomfortable from 2021-02-02T21:04:44
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The Stage of Tomorrow from 2021-01-27T23:18:09
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CESNAMMGearGab from 2021-01-18T20:19:50
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Keeping Your Band Together from 2021-01-13T03:15:43
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The Value of Prep Time from 2021-01-04T20:11:18
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Missing Band Rehearsal from 2020-12-21T20:18:02
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Changes In The Air from 2020-12-14T20:20:20
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Weekend Warriors'Holiday Wish Lists from 2020-12-07T20:13:58
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Conspiring to Play Again from 2020-12-01T20:24:55
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The Art of Scheduling from 2020-11-23T20:30:09
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Eyes With Pride from 2020-11-16T20:44:36
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The Great Reset from 2020-11-09T20:33:14
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The Art of Learning — Gig Gab 278 from 2020-11-02T20:03:42
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Gear and Your Local Music Shop from 2020-10-26T22:42:56
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Lead Singer Takeover from 2020-10-19T19:30:42
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Making a Band a Family from 2020-10-14T19:46:10
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Uncommon Hits from 2020-10-05T19:56:46
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You Haven't Seen My Fastball... Yet! from 2020-09-29T19:29:45
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Keep Your Feet Moving from 2020-09-21T19:29:18
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Playing For the Love of Music from 2020-09-14T19:44:23
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Where is Live Music Going? from 2020-09-09T21:00:02
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The Value of Preparation from 2020-08-31T18:54:29
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Take The Note from 2020-08-24T19:11:30
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The Etiquette of Subbing from 2020-08-10T19:25:50
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The Same Amount of Crazy from 2020-07-27T19:24:42
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The Meeting of Four Minds, a Crossover Episode from 2020-07-20T02:05:34
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Where's The QuickStart Guide? from 2020-07-13T19:39:06
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Asterisk Pandemic — Gig Gab 263 from 2020-07-06T19:56:45
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David Shanhun: Looping, Streaming, Playing from 2020-06-29T19:13:51
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Playing the Pandemic Stage from 2020-06-26T18:41:03
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Re-Entry Anxiety from 2020-06-15T20:57:39
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Almost Willing... from 2020-06-08T19:53:06
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Dave Cook: Streaming Sound Advice, Love Shack, Carly Simon, and More from 2020-06-01T20:03:10
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Lighting, Ranting,&Planning Your Next Show from 2020-05-26T19:25:11
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Payscale, Licensing, and Toys from 2020-05-18T19:32:53
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Brad Madix: Stories from Front of House with Rush, Queensrÿche, Jane's Addiction, and More from 2020-05-04T19:46:37
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Gear Gab from 2020-04-27T21:12:32
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Managing–and Learning–Your Fans'Expectations from 2020-04-20T21:32:08
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Thinking of the Stage from 2020-04-13T20:05:29
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Cover Band Central's Steve Witschel on Live Streaming and More from 2020-04-07T18:58:29
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Live Streaming Tech and Trusting The Muse from 2020-03-30T19:50:22
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The Evolution of Online Busking from 2020-03-23T19:32:36
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Cancelations ... Mean Opportunity from 2020-03-16T19:30:55
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Mike Dias, a Career of In-Ears from 2020-03-09T20:48:28
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Who's Driving The Bus? from 2020-03-02T20:14:46
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The In-Ear Transition – Gig Gab 245 from 2020-02-25T21:05:13
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How Do You Scream? from 2020-02-17T20:35:06
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Recording – and Managing – Your Band from 2020-02-10T20:37:35
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Blues, Bits, and Bosses from 2020-02-03T22:16:07
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Do You Want My Help? from 2020-01-28T20:14:20
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Should We Play It Like The Record? from 2020-01-21T23:28:35
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Song Selection, Cowbells,&The Professor from 2020-01-13T20:35:38
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In Search of Fair Money from 2019-12-30T20:43:41
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The House Band Concept from 2019-12-18T20:23:42
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Band Psychology from 2019-12-09T20:37:55
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Just Sing It Straight from 2019-12-02T20:42:09
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Get Over Yourself from 2019-11-18T20:12:13
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Keeping it Fresh from 2019-11-11T13:00:34
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AD(vertising) INFINITUM from 2019-11-04T22:23:28
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Selling Your Band: First Contact from 2019-10-28T19:44:57
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The Rule of Three from 2019-10-22T21:27:29
Comfy Slippers from 2019-10-07T20:07:25
Finding (and leaving) Your Comfort Zone from 2019-09-30T20:15:46
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Confidence, Inclusivity, and Nightlife Crowds vs. Music Lovers from 2019-09-23T19:36:19
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(Re-)Creating Your Base of Club Gigs from 2019-09-16T20:37:12
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Does Your Band Have Buy-In? from 2019-09-09T19:43:59
What's in Your Rider? from 2019-09-03T19:26:50
What is Your Band's Purpose? from 2019-08-23T19:43:27
The Final 45 from 2019-08-14T03:43:53
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Trusting Your Fellow Musicians from 2019-07-30T19:19:13
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The Definition of Great from 2019-07-15T19:29:56
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I Really Wanted"Tiny Dancer" from 2019-07-08T19:18:39
Request-O-Rama from 2019-07-01T19:32:42
Lost a Gig? You're Not The First from 2019-06-24T19:31:46
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The Teen Town Edition from 2019-06-17T17:55:20
Where can you hear about Sweet Home Alabama, Sample In a Jar, Tower of Power and, yes, Teen Town in the same place? This week’s Gig Gab Podcast, of course! Plus, for those of you who aren’t coil...
ListenThe Glass Ceiling for Cover Bands? from 2019-06-10T19:42:56
Your listener feedback this week brings Paul and Dave to some interesting places, first talking about the shortage of keyboard players, and wrapping up with a conversation about the glass ceilin...
ListenAnalyzing Your Performances from 2019-05-30T17:17:07
Do you analyze your performances after the fact? If so… how long do you wait? Paul and Dave discuss the relative merits of when this is helpful, and how. But first, a fight! Well, not really, bu...
ListenWhat’s Your Scene? – Gig Gab Podcast 212 from 2019-05-21T19:47:47
Real estate agents and musicians share a common truth: location matters. What’s your location like? What’s your scene like? Has it changed? Have you stopped recently and really evaluated what yo...
ListenShared Guilty Pleasures – Gig Gab Podcast 211 from 2019-05-13T19:31:11
Is it a jam session if no music is played? What if music is discussed? Your two favorite weekend warriors say, “yes!” to these questions, and start off the episode with a jam session about setli...
ListenThe Martini Metric – Gig Gab Podcast 210 from 2019-05-06T19:38:48
When you find an episode that has great catchphrases like “Woodshedding The Breaks”, “Stay Humble and Hungry”, “One Note per Word”, and “The Martini Metric”, you know it’s gonna be good. Listen ...
ListenDown the Musical Wormhole: Reflecting, Reacting, and Reading – Gig Gab Podcast 209 from 2019-04-30T19:24:39
Today, your feedback and emails send Paul and Dave down the musical wormhole to explore topics like reading music, dealing with sound reflections, and reacting to a crowd that’s not reacting to ...
ListenGig Gab MailBag: Get Your Eyes off Your Pad – Gig Gab Podcast 208 from 2019-04-22T15:00:42
This week finds your two favorite weekend warriors doing something they love: Digging into the mailbag! Listener Matt asks about using iPads on stage, which seems is always a hot-button topic. E...
ListenThe Value of The Singalong – Gig Gab Podcast 207 from 2019-04-15T19:25:01
When things are good you don’t think about it, but when the feel of your instrument in your hands changes… nothing else matters. That goes for what you hear in your ears, too. So much of playing...
ListenCare and Feeding of Your Instrument – Gig Gab Podcast 206 from 2019-04-01T19:35:38
Your instruments are important to you, so you’ve got to take care of them – and that includes your voice. Paul and Dave talk through some recent troubles Dave’s been having, and then move on to ...
ListenSXSW, Singalongs,&Filling Your Setlist – Gig Gab Podcast 205 from 2019-03-25T20:18:23
Dave’s back from SXSW and has a few stories to share about bands he saw. First, though, he and Paul talk through expanding your setlist, specifically from the angle of purpose. Why are you addin...
ListenThe Mr. Jimmy Story – Gig Gab Podcast 204 from 2019-03-15T20:41:22
Dave’s at SXSW 2019, and he has seen more than a few things worthy of a Gig Gab discussion. First he and Paul talk through the overall vibe of SXSW, and then it’s time to get into some specifics...
ListenFist Bump To The Rescue – Gig Gab Podcast 203 from 2019-03-04T20:29:53
What do you do when you’re approached by someone at a gig who wants more than just a friendly hello? How about dealing with a booking agent who makes promises they won’t keep? Do you sell mercha...
ListenMusic Mechanics – Gig Gab Podcast 202 from 2019-02-25T20:31:48
Music is about emotion, and passion, and expression, and so many other intangible things. But how do you get there? What are the mechanics that it takes to make this happen? This is where Paul a...
ListenPropofol Airlines&The Spank Box – Gig Gab Podcast 201 from 2019-02-18T20:30:41
Sometimes the topics just flow. Of course, you folks do help with that… and today it’s all over the place. Paul and Dave take you on a journey that starts with revamping the airline industry, to...
ListenWhen You’ve Got it Right, Trust Yourself – Gig Gab Podcast 200 from 2019-02-11T20:28:45
Some of the greatest art comes from an artist who trusts themselves, regardless of what others are saying, and just puts it out there. This, of course, can happen in many different forms. In mus...
ListenThe Who Are You? Episode – Gig Gab Podcast 199 from 2019-02-04T20:44:36
How many ways do you communicate your identity or that of your band? Is it in your performance? Is it in your merchandise? Is it in your stage banter? Is it on your kick drum head? Is it in your...
ListenAlways Be Performing…With Semaphore – Gig Gab Podcast 198 from 2019-01-28T20:27:03
This week, your two favorite working musicians dig into the now-overflowing mailbag and share your thoughts and questions with the audience. Hear Kevin’s thoughts about having your own, band-spe...
ListenDan Meblin from Pop Fiction – Gig Gab 197 from 2019-01-21T21:14:26
Dan Meblin, leader of San Francisco Bay Area band “Pop Fiction” joins Paul and Dave this week to talk through running a successful cover/party/function band. Dan and his bandmates created Pop Fi...
ListenControlling Your Outward Vibe – Gig Gab Podcast 196 from 2019-01-17T02:45:07
We often talk about stage presence, but what about off-stage presence? And how much is too much? And what happens when a fan reads more into your vibe than you intended? How do you remain approp...
ListenSongs, Lessons, Resolutions, and Synchronicity – Gig Gab 195 from 2018-12-31T19:33:24
It's been 195 episodes and almost four years. Paul Kent and Dave Hamilton take you through some lessons they've learned this year. What lessons have you learned? Send'em in to feedback@giggabpod...
ListenSatisfying Setlists and Christmas Wish Lists – Gig Gab Podcast 194 from 2018-12-17T20:21:56
Your weekend warriors love gear as much as the next musician, so they each take some time to talk through a few things on their Gigging Christmas Wishlists. But first, it’s time for a few discus...
ListenKnow Your Place Amongst Your Fellow Musicians – Gig Gab Podcast 193 from 2018-12-10T20:14:11
Does multitasking work? Wait, what were you doing? You were listening to Gig Gab. Press play to resume hearing Paul and Dave talk through how to know – and respect – your place amongst your fell...
ListenManaging Your Holiday Season Calendar&Stomp Boxes Revisited – Gig Gab Podcast 192 from 2018-12-04T19:22:47
Managing calendars during the holiday season – especially December – is tough. Listen to how your two favorite weekend warriors are each addressing their December scheduling dilemmas. Then it’s ...
ListenThe Goblin Cock Story – Gig Gab Podcast 191 from 2018-11-26T20:25:55
Are originals part of what your band does? If not, have you ever wanted to try and fit some in if you could? Listen to Paul and Dave share their (very different!) experiences with each other abo...
ListenStomping Out the Stomp Boxes – Gig Gab Podcast 190 from 2018-11-19T21:14:48
Are you sure you need that effects box? For your voice? In a rock band? Also, if you play a multi-band gig is it appropriate to leave before the entire evening comes to a close? And lastly, how ...
ListenNashville and The“Rinse”Lesson – Gig Gab Podcast 189 from 2018-11-14T19:41:33
Paul visited Nashville and Dave visited the dentist. One of those things happened in the last week, even, but never fear: they both resulted in relevant stories for you, our listeners. A quick c...
ListenCherish Your Downtime, Too – Gig Gab Podcast 188 from 2018-11-05T15:00:37
It’s easy to get caught up in all the time you’re spending on stage (and the time you spending preparing for that!), but it’s equally important to treat your nights off stage as priorities, too....
ListenManaging Relationships with Clubs, Owners, Bands, and Fans – Gig Gab Podcast 187 from 2018-10-29T19:34:49
What happens when a new manager takes over at a club where you’ve already got dates booked? Your answer to this question will undoubtedly impact your band’s future bookings. The good news is tha...
ListenTrumpets, Tubas, and Squirrels – Gig Gab Podcast 186 from 2018-10-22T19:39:49
When the Amazing Super Duper Squirrels meet their arch nemesis, what does that mean for the number of female tuba players available for your next gig? This, folks, is an example of the important...
ListenBelieve First, Negotiate Second – Gig Gab Podcast 185 from 2018-10-08T19:28:35
If at first you don’t succeed, it’s worth asking, “did I believe?” Well, did you? Gig Gab might help. First, Paul and Dave talk through some of their gigs, both recently and upcoming, as they’re...
ListenSubs Happen! – Gig Gab Podcast 184 from 2018-10-01T19:53:21
What happens when your bandmate can’t make the gig? What happens when you can’t make the gig? More to the point: what happens when listener Patrick asks Paul to reconcile the fact that he despis...
ListenCounting Up-beat Intros…and other things – Gig Gab Podcast 183 from 2018-09-24T19:57:46
In what key should you play Happy Birthday? How do you count the intros of Drive My Car and Glory Days? Answering the important questions: Paul Kent and Dave Hamilton. Then it’s on to the magic ...
ListenAnxiety, Bad Guys, and Accounting – Gig Gab Podcast 182 from 2018-09-17T19:52:49
Ever wake up the morning of a gig too nervous to do the gig? Does your band have signals or a plan for when a uninvited guest graces your stage? Do you understand the difference between a contra...
ListenEvening Flow and Clean Stages – Gig Gab Podcast 181 from 2018-09-10T19:24:35
When is it time to buck the traditional flow of a party or wedding gig and do something a little different? When you have a better idea, that’s when! Dave attended a wedding this weekend and lea...
ListenDo Your Fans Love You Too Much? – Gig Gab Podcast 180 from 2018-09-04T19:01:47
A big part of performing live music involves engaging with the crowd. The better you can do that, the better your band will do in a general sense. But there’s a cost… what happens when that one ...
ListenFinding On-Stage Bliss – Gig Gab Podcast 179 from 2018-08-27T18:58:29
In both the lead-up to a gig and the setup at the show there are many opportunities for things to feel like they’re being derailed. Too much of that – really, any amount of that – has the potent...
ListenManaging Your On-Stage Comfort – Gig Gab Podcast 178 from 2018-08-20T19:29:16
Your comfort level on stage can make or break your performance in so many ways, including how both you and the crowd each perceive the outcome. How do you do it? What tricks can you employ to le...
ListenThe Benefits and Pitfalls of Creating Live Art – Gig Gab Podcast 177 from 2018-08-13T17:35
Art can be created and delivered in many forms, but being on stage and performing live has some unique benefits…and challenges! Listen as Paul and Dave talk through several aspects of this, from...
ListenShuffling Experiences – Gig Gab Podcast 176 from 2018-08-07T01:23:40
Sometimes you gain experience, sometimes you get to shuffle, and sometimes you get both. Oh, also, sometimes you get neither. It’s life, man. That’s how it goes. This week, Paul and Dave – your ...
ListenThe Flow of One Heartbeat – Gig Gab Podcast 175 from 2018-07-30T19:29:02
You know that special moment when your band gets to that point where everything’s flowing and you operate on one heartbeat? Paul and Dave each experienced that this weekend in different ways and...
ListenWhen Your Brain Starts Playing – Gig Gab Podcast 174 from 2018-07-23T19:35:51
Every show has a theme, and after your two favorite Weekend Warriors took a week off from podcasting, they’ve had a lot to think about. It’s no surprise, then, that the theme of this episode is ...
ListenBuddy Gibbons: Building a Music Career – Gig Gab Podcast 173 from 2018-07-09T15:00:20
Drummer, producer, composer, and singer, Buddy Gibbons talks through his start in marching band, how traditional grip unlocked his entire career, and simply provides lesson after lesson for anyo...
ListenChoosing Happy Songs…and Which Drummers could have replaced Keith Moon? – Gig Gab Podcast 172 from 2018-07-02T19:27:46
You have the power to control your audience. Well, kind of. You have the power to choose how you emote on stage, and there’s a lot of power behind choosing happy songs. Paul and Dave talk about ...
ListenCommunicating Your Professionalism – Gig Gab Podcast 171 from 2018-06-26T21:55:54
When you’re looking at promoting your band, what are the important factors to portray? Is it all about the music? Unfortunately, that may not be case… in fact, it’s not the case. But don’t fret…...
ListenValue Simplicity, Highlight the Differences – Gig Gab Podcast 170 from 2018-06-18T19:33:27
How do cruise ships, fiddle players, Joe Zawinul, percussive guitar, and taping lyrics to a kick drum all tie together? If you had asked Paul Kent and Dave Hamilton that question before they rec...
ListenMusic From the Fan’s Perspective – Gig Gab Podcast 169 from 2018-06-11T15:00:22
Bars are intimidating things to some people. When was the last time you, as a musician, thought about that? It’s good to think about music from your audience’s perspective and consider the vibe ...
ListenThe Art of“No”– Gig Gab Podcast 168 from 2018-06-04T15:00:06
“Hey, would you like to do a project together?” It’s easy when your answer is “yes,” but what happens when it’s not? How do you deal with this now-difficult scenario? Paul and Dave talk through ...
ListenPaging Mr. Murphy – Gig Gab Podcast 167 from 2018-05-28T15:00:47
How tough do the tough conversations get in your band? Today Paul and Dave talk through some of their experiences with that, especially as it relates to band members relative preparedness levels...
ListenHow Much Ego is Too Much Ego? – Gig Gab Podcast 166 from 2018-05-21T13:31:32
Today, Paul and Dave jump from subject to subject in a seemingly random fashion (hint: whatever they write next, it was random). But it’s never truly random, is it? Nope. This one is about ego. ...
ListenEating at the Grown-Ups’Table – Gig Gab Podcast 165 from 2018-05-14T19:06:41
Today Paul and Dave get cerebral, which is fitting given where the conversation goes. Come sit at the Grown-Ups’ Table (just this once!) and enjoy a heady conversation about managing all day gig...
ListenIntentional Collaboration – Gig Gab Podcast 164 from 2018-05-07T19:25:13
Whether you’re a band or a solo artist, a musical performance is always a collaboration. There are sound engineers, bandmates, audience members, and venue staff that are all involved in making y...
ListenThe China Buddha Fat Man Conundrum – Gig Gab Podcast 163 from 2018-04-30T19:26:51
Sometimes there are songs you play even though you don’t like them. Most of the time you play songs you like. If you’re lucky, though, every now and then you get to play a song you truly love. Y...
ListenPerformance Tips 101–Gig Gab Podcast 162 from 2018-04-23T19:34:26
We always say, “Always Be Performing”, but what does that mean to you? Are you actively performing? Are you thinking about what to do to perform? Or are you just letting it happen naturally? Is ...
ListenEveryone is Brave Online – Gig Gab Podcast 161 from 2018-04-16T19:23:35
Today your two favorite weekend warriors have a jam session of the spoken kind. Covering topics from early start times, ways to bring the same crowd back again and again, playing for opportuniti...
ListenYour Brain is Very Busy on Stage – Gig Gab 160 from 2018-04-09T19:19:44
Every show has a theme and this one – not surprisingly – is about overthinking. Or is it just thinking? Or maybe it’s not thinking, but it is about your brain doing something on its own. Is that...
ListenThe Implied Contract with Your Audience – Gig Gab Podcast 159 from 2018-04-02T19:37:04
Every time you take the stage, you have an audience out there waiting for you to deliver. In fact, the expectation is for you to do exactly that. How aware of this are you? How much do you focus...
ListenThe Conversation With Your Audience – Gig Gab Podcast 158 from 2018-03-26T23:11:03
Rock gigs always bring out the best from your two favorite weekend warriors, and this week had Paul and Dave experiencing some real highlights. There’s always something to be learned from every ...
ListenSXSW, New Bands, New Films, and a New Way of Thinking about Older Music – Gig Gab 157 from 2018-03-19T20:00:59
Dave’s just back from attending a full week of the SXSW Conference and Festivals, and he and Paul have a lot to discuss! From new bands that Dave found, to new films that Dave saw, SXSW provided...
ListenRock Star Bathroom Politics – Gig Gab 156 from 2018-03-05T20:37:51
Have you ever peed next to a rock star? How about a former Vice President? Dave has peed next to both Dave Grohl and Al Gore, and for some reason Paul gets him to tell those stories perfectly in...
ListenAlways get a contract? Well, sort of… – Gig Gab Podcast 155 from 2018-02-26T20:29:24
When should you have a contract? If you follow Paul and Dave’s advice and definitions, you should have something resembling a contract for every gig. Listen to hear what they mean… and why. Some...
ListenYour Band&Facebook – Gig Gab Podcast 154 from 2018-02-19T20:07:44
Talk about a verbal jam session! Sure, your two favorite weekend warriors talk about their strategies for when to post your events on Facebook, but there are about a zillion other topics that se...
ListenPraise to the Go-Getters – Gig Gab Podcast 153 from 2018-02-12T20:33:15
Have you ever thought about traveling with you band? How about putting together a band whose only purpose is to travel? You two favorite weekend warriors talk all about this just for you. And, a...
ListenNirvana Night vs. Fight Night – Gig Gab Podcast 152 from 2018-02-07T00:06:51
Sometimes it’s nirvana, and sometimes it’s a fight. The thing is, you never really know which way the gig is going to go until you’re in the thick of it… and then you just have to take it as it ...
ListenThe Loneliness Component – Gig Gab Podcast 151 from 2018-01-29T20:52:05
As musicians, we play because we love to play, and it’s an honor to be able to do that. But that’s not the only reason… and some gigs can feel pretty lonely, even if you’re surrounded by a crowd...
Listen“Up Here, Nothing Can Touch Us”– Gig Gab Podcast 150 from 2018-01-22T20:13:50
The stage is sacred ground for most musicians… but how does it get to be that way? Certainly it’s not comfortable the very first time you walk on stage. Depending on how you look at it, it may n...
ListenManaging Your Body on Stage – Gig Gab Podcast 149 from 2018-01-15T20:17:37
Paul and Dave each had experiences – from both sides of the “rail” this week – with that concept where musicians need to manage what’s going on inside their bodies while on stage. They talk thro...
ListenSelling Your Band! – Gig Gab Podcast 148 from 2018-01-08T14:59:30
Is your band for sale? Of course it is! Otherwise you’re not getting paid. And if your band is for sale, then who is the salesperson? Listen to hear your long-time Weekend Warriors put on the re...
ListenDon’t Be Afraid to Ask for Money – Gig Gab Podcast 147 from 2018-01-03T19:57:19
New Year’s Eve came and went for your two favorite working musicians. One of them played and one didn’t, and they have some stories to tell because both Paul and Dave learned some important less...
ListenCoffee House Gigs&Starting From Scratch – Gig Gab Podcast 146 from 2017-12-27T20:11:26
Are you someone who’s trying to break into the music scene? Maybe you took some time off from playing or maybe you’ve never played out. What can you do to get going? Your two favorite weekend wa...
ListenCrowd (Over-)Participation&Marketing Your Band – Gig Gab Podcast 145 from 2017-12-18T21:12:12
Sometimes that person in the crowd that wants to sit-in can be awesome… sometimes they can be awFUL. How do you tell which it’s going to be? Listen to Paul and Dave share some war stories and ad...
ListenListen and Learn – Gig Gab Podcast 144 from 2017-12-11T20:17:40
New sound for your band, new thoughts from your band members, even new sound for the show. Yep, the theme for this episode is, most undoubtedly, Listen and Learn. First we share a comment about ...
ListenPitch is Non-Negotiable – Gig Gab Podcast 143 from 2017-12-04T20:19:05
When it comes to being a singer, pitch is fundamental to doing it right. But that’s not all there is, and your two Weekend Warriors (and still-working-at-it-every-day singers!) talk through thei...
ListenLet’s Have The Volume Conversation – Gig Gab Podcast 142 from 2017-11-29T22:04:20
Your band is too loud. Ever heard that before? You’ve probably heard it at every type of gig imaginable. Is it your fault? Yes, it’s yours. Not just you, but not just your band, either. Yep, it’...
ListenA Musical Thanksgiving – Gig Gab Podcast 141 from 2017-11-20T20:11:33
It’s a thankful time of year, and Paul and Dave have many things to be thankful for. At least five things each, as a matter of fact. Listen to them talk through their lists, offering color and p...
ListenWho is Your Band’s MacGuyver? – Gig Gab Podcast 140 from 2017-11-15T20:35:17
First, your two favorite Weekend Warriors talk through creating your own event by answering Kevin’s “What is FLINGFest?” question. This opens up many avenues for Paul and Dave to discuss, and th...
ListenTechnology, Organization, and Protecting Your Hearing – Gig Gab Podcast 139 from 2017-11-06T20:16:35
It’s time to dig into the mechanics a bit. First, technology. How much is too much, or is there such a thing? Paul and Dave discuss. Then a bit into organizing shows for the best chances at succ...
ListenAre You In It For The Money? – Gig Gab Podcast 138 from 2017-10-30T16:00:08
Paul and Dave take on the important – and highly-sensitive – subject of what makes a real artist. Are you in it for the money? Does that matter? What message does it send to your fellow musician...
ListenWashing the Dirty Laundry of the Music Business – Gig Gab 137 from 2017-10-23T21:15:16
Paul and Dave talk through what happens when you spend some social capital and air your dirty laundry… because Paul did this recently … and so did Dave! What are the risks, what are the rewards,...
ListenThe Grandma Factor – Gig Gab 136 from 2017-10-16T19:43:52
Dissecting different types of working bands, it’s time to look into what makes a band a wedding band. Could your band make the leap? Would you want to? Paul and Dave discuss. Then it’s on to fin...
ListenReplaying the Hits, and Reevaluating Your Habits – Gig Gab 135 from 2017-10-10T21:02:57
It’s time for some dissecting, folks. Dave and Paul spend some time dissecting Yes, the band, and then dissecting their own bands and projects. Finding what works, what doesn’t, and being carefu...
Listen3 minutes, 4 Chords, and The Truth: Remembering Tom Petty – Gig Gab 134 from 2017-10-05T20:15:56
Paul and Dave take a moment – actually, an entire episode – to reflect upon what Tom Petty and his music meant to each of them. They have quite different stories to tell… press play, listen, and...
ListenDivvying Up Money and Perfecting your In-Ears – Gig Gab 133 from 2017-09-25T19:19:22
How does your band divvy up gig money? Is there transparency or is it just flat-rate and that’s that? Paul and Dave talk through the finer (and not-so-finer!) points of this. Then it’s time to r...
ListenGetting Your Moment to Shine – Gig Gab 132 from 2017-09-18T19:44:06
Everyone wants their moment to shine, but that doesn’t necessarily mean the same thing for everyone. Figuring out what that means for you is important. Even moreso, though, is figuring out what ...
ListenThe“American Girl”Litmus Test – Gig Gab 131 from 2017-09-13T18:13:13
Sometimes you’ve gotta replace a bandmate… and sometimes it’s the drummer. Your two favorite band geeks talk through this process in-depth today, exploring both how you find someone (yes, includ...
ListenMultiple Bands, Weather Issues, and Tip Jars – GigGab 130 from 2017-09-06T04:35:21
Whether it’s you or someone you play with, you’ve almost certainly got to deal with the juggling act of playing in multiple bands. How do you handle schedule conflicts? What’s the best policy fo...
ListenThe R.C.P.M. Formula – GigGab 129 from 2017-08-28T19:29:50
Paul’s experience with the Los Gatos Music in the Park series over the past 10 weeks has given him a lot to think. What’s the secret to making a band successful? What even defines success? This ...
ListenFinding Your Band’s Formula – GigGab 128 from 2017-08-22T02:31:33
When you’re picking songs to play, how much attention to you pay to the studio arrangement versus finding a live track? Which have you found works better for you? How do you distill that down in...
ListenGig Number Three is the Magic One! – GigGab 127 from 2017-08-14T22:14:39
Both Paul and Dave had their third gigs with replacement drummers in their respective bands… and they both found that’s the gig when a little bit of magic begins to happen. Hear them tell their ...
ListenAlways Be…Prepared (and Performing…and Nice!) – GigGab 126 from 2017-08-07T21:57:54
Listener Timothy shares a story that rings true with us and our motto: Always Be Performing! Before we get to that, though, there’s a conversation about another ABP motto: Always Be Prepared. An...
ListenKeeping Your Audience Engaged – GigGab 125 from 2017-07-31T22:09:54
Every local band shares at least one concern: keeping your show fresh for your audience. The real question is, how do you do it? Do you take requests? Do you mix up your setlist? Do you ask the ...
ListenCancelations and Renegotiations – GigGab 124 from 2017-07-24T19:01:45
Sometimes you have to cancel a gig. It happens. How do you deal with it? Your two favorite weekend warriors talk through the realities associated with it. Then it’s time to talk about renegotiat...
ListenCamaraderie Culture&Gig-Specific Strategies–GigGab 123 from 2017-07-17T19:00:22
As a musician, there are always so many things to learn and not all of them are music-related. How much camaraderie do you think you have as a band? How much do you help each other out? Paul and...
ListenThose Pesky Klingons – GigGab 122 from 2017-07-10T18:00:21
One of the best things that can happen to your band – original or cover – is to gain devoted fans. They’re there at every gig, they are your best form of word-of-mouth promotion, and they make y...
ListenFinding Balance: Big Stages, Band, and Family – GigGab 121 from 2017-06-26T15:00:19
This episode is all about finding the right balance. First, how do you deal with it when you’re on a stage that’s too big for your band? Thankfully Paul and Dave have made the mistakes so you do...
ListenPaul Costley, Booking Agent: Walking the Fine Line Between Rooms and Bands – GigGab 120 from 2017-06-19T19:04:48
Every band deals with a booking agent at some point, and today that becomes true here at GigGab, too, as we welcome Paul Costley of Notso Costley Productions onto the show. Paul’s been playing i...
ListenIsolate the Distractions – GigGab 119 from 2017-06-12T18:58:39
How close is your band? Can you tell each other everything? How about at vocal rehearsals? These are the questions that your two favorite weekend warriors start with today. Then it’s into contra...
ListenThe Comfort of Being on Stage – GigGab 118 from 2017-06-05T23:48:12
Your two weekend warriors are on the same coast, within miles of each other, so what do they do? Record a podcast remotely like they always do! After all, that’s what they’re comfortable doing, ...
ListenIt Ain’t Bragging If You Can Back It Up! – GigGab 117 from 2017-05-30T22:05:10
Your two favorite weekend warriors have been GigGabbing for almost two-and-a-half years, and the time has come to take a little stock in the action. What have Paul and Dave learned? How have the...
ListenMusical Snobbery – GigGab 116 from 2017-05-23T03:36:30
What happens when you or someone else starts the wrong song in the set? How do you handle a packed schedule full of multiple rehearsals and gigs in the same day? And how do you deal with a fello...
ListenSoft Silicone, Hard Acrylic, and Managing a Trio – GigGab 115 from 2017-05-15T19:00:25
One quick glance at the title and you know this isn’t your average GigGab episode. Thankfully, we’re not that shallow… it is very much your normal GigGab episode. In fact, we dig into every aspe...
ListenExploring the Drummer’s Vantage Point – GigGab 114 from 2017-05-08T20:07
Drummers always seem to have a different perspective, and perhaps that’s because they literally have a different place from which they view a gig. If there’s a theme to this episode, that’s cert...
ListenCan Anyone Hear the Elephant on the Stage? – GigGab 113 from 2017-05-01T21:15:03
It’s time to get pensive, folks. First, your two favorite weekend warriors discuss the “poison in the locker room” mentality that often is the precursor to a band-wide bitch-session. Then it’s o...
ListenThe 1990s Conundrum – GigGab 112 from 2017-04-24T19:00:52
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has some new members, and it’s time your two favorite weekend warriors discuss that! Then listener Ted has some questions about his snare drum sound, and Paul and ...
ListenRock-and-Roll Hand Signals&The Fragility of Changing Personnel – GigGab 111 from 2017-04-17T19:44:28
Paul and Dave take the opportunity today to dig a little deeper into a few topics they’ve mentioned recently. First, though, it’s a discussion about your pack-up routine. Everyone’s got one… and...
ListenFiring a Club – GigGab 110 from 2017-04-13T00:11:14
Episode 110 finds your two favorite working musicians in an interesting headspace, with Dave even joining Paul on the path to truth and honesty and… the musicians’ way! Ever fire a club? Paul di...
ListenPick Up Something When You Drop It! – GigGab 109 from 2017-04-03T21:30:20
Paul put on his acoustic Springsteen tribute show and has many lessons to share from that, including the benefits having an instrument tech on stage to help you. Marketing the event, too, brough...
ListenTime Flies…But it still Matters! – GigGab 108 from 2017-03-27T18:32:07
Today your two favorite working musicians launch right into a verbal jam session, with topics seemingly all over the map, but tying together in the best ways. Are you like Paul where you’re look...
ListenBand Leaders: Get Your Empathy Elsewhere – GigGab 107 from 2017-03-20T18:27:40
Paul finished his EP and talks about the process of mastering and distributing that. When it comes to cover songs, there’s an additional layer of complexity that Paul sorted out. Then it’s on to...
ListenHealthy Competition, Studio Songs,&Auditions from 2017-03-13T17:52:32
Do you and your bandmates ever feel competitive with one another? Channeled the right way, that healthy competition can make for excellent performances and music from your band. Paul and Dave ta...
ListenDo You Have a Tambourine? – GigGab 105 from 2017-03-06T19:53:39
At some gigs, the only thing worse than being asked, “can I play my harmonica with your band?” is “can I play your tambourine?” Listen to what Paul and Dave have to say about this, including wha...
ListenFixing Feedback and Stage Sound with Audio Engineer Andy Dolph – GigGab 104 from 2017-02-27T15:00:07
Long-time audio engineer, Andy Dolph, joins Paul and Dave this week to share some tips and tricks for making your band sound its best – and avoid sounding its worst – on GigGab this week. Hear A...
ListenWhat’s Wrong with My In-Ears? – GigGab 103 from 2017-02-20T20:17:16
Do you use in-ears? Are you comfortable when you use them? Do they sound right? Paul and Dave dive back into this topic, almost accidentally, and uncover some truths about what it takes to get a...
ListenProduction – and Producer – Value – GigGab 102 from 2017-02-13T20:17:52
Your two favorite weekend warriors are in the midst of some atypical musical experiences, and today’s show brings it to fruition. Dave’s playing live with tracked parts… and a click! Paul played...
ListenTower PA Systems, Working With a Click,&Jam Time – GigGab 101 from 2017-02-06T16:00:29
How does your band navigate the concepts of practice, rehearsal, and jamming? Are they all melded into one? Are they separated out? Paul and Dave discuss and dissect this for you. Then it’s time...
ListenKenny Aronoff Chats about Managing Your Schedule, Working Hard, Being a Team Player&More–GigGab 100 from 2017-01-30T15:15:29
For episode 100, drummer Kenny Aronoff joins to make this the episode with your three favorite working musicians! Kenny’s settles right in and talks about how he manages his crazy schedule, hono...
ListenThe Born To Run-Starship Trooper-Reggae Extravaganza! – GigGab 99 from 2017-01-23T20:32:22
Wrapping up the first 99 episodes, Paul and Dave dive straight into politics (but not in the way that you’d think!), then take a left turn into tribute band territory (but not in the way that yo...
ListenLive Inspiration, Sound Tweaks, and Desert Island Discs – GigGab 98 from 2017-01-18T19:42:27
Dave’s back from a musical “destination vacation” so he and Paul discuss the merits of doing that for any band, including some that have ties to GigGab directly. Then, after Paul’s requisite Bru...
ListenWhat’s the Premise of Your Working Band? – GigGab 97 from 2017-01-09T20:18:10
It’s the new year and that’s always a good time to take stock of where you are and focus on where you’re going. That’s true for you as a musician and for your band, as well. What’s the premise o...
ListenShould Everyone Use the Same Vocal Mic? – GigGab 96 from 2016-12-28T19:09:56
Should everyone in your band be on the same vocal mic or does it make more sense to let the singer choose a mic? What about the sound engineer’s opinion? These are important questions to ask, ...
ListenSanta Paul and Santa Dave’s Holiday Wish List for Fellow Musicians – GigGab 95 from 2016-12-21T18:44:02
It’s the season for gift-giving, and your two Weekend Warrior Santas want to fill your gift bag with a few things to make your musical life more complete. Listen to what Santa Paul and Santa Dav...
ListenMaximizing Setup Time, Taking Requests, and Repairing Relationships – GigGab 94 from 2016-12-12T15:30:56
It’s time to answer some of your questions. Thomas asks about setup time: how long is too long? what can you and your band do to make it more efficient? Dave and Paul have your answers here. The...
ListenIt’s All About The Audition – GigGab 93 from 2016-12-05T20:04:59
At some point, every musician (well, except Paul) will go through the process of auditioning for a band. If not that, then you might be part of a band that’s auditioning a new member. The proces...
ListenWhat’s That Groove? – GigGab 92 from 2016-11-28T20:08:13
Groove. What is it? What defines it? What makes it good? What’s obvious when it’s missing? How do you find it? That’s the core of today’s show folks, as your two favorite weekend warriors set ab...
ListenTax Gab&Gear Gab – GigGab 91 from 2016-11-21T20:12:29
As all working musicians know, those fun New Year’s Eve gigs re followed-up by a hangover of tax season. But, as with all hangovers, if you properly prepare for it you can limit the pain. For th...
ListenFour-Walling, Tribute Acts, and Substance Use – GigGab 90 from 2016-11-14T20:08:18
Some important topics addressed this week, including the special benefits of doing a tribute act as well as the concept of “four-walling” your own show and managing the whole night. That convers...
ListenSound Sources, Merchandise and Pay – GigGab 89 from 2016-11-07T21:26:28
Roberto R. Hernandez, The Unstarving Musician – GigGab 88 from 2016-10-31T19:07:33
Roberto R. Hernandez joins Paul and Dave to talk about the genesis of his new book, The Unstarving Musician’s Guide to Getting Paid Gigs. The discussion starts with how Roberto set about to writ...
ListenAnalyzing the“No Analysis”Rule – GigGab 87 from 2016-10-24T19:15:24
Phish cites their new “No Analysis” rule as a foundational reason they’re still playing together. Paul and Dave take a look at this and discuss whether or not this might work in your band (or th...
ListenJerry Harvey, In-Ear Monitor Pioneer – GigGab 86 from 2016-10-17T18:57:27
Jerry Harvey, founder of Ultimate Ears and JH Audio, joins your two favorite weekend warriors to talk in-ear monitors and more. Jerry has seen so much during his career that his advice likely ou...
ListenBeware The Hassle Factor – GigGab 85 from 2016-10-10T19:11:07
Another crazy week for your two favorite working musicians means another episode chock full of stories and lessons learned. Dave just finished one theater show and loaded his drums in for anothe...
ListenHow to Market Your Gigs – GigGab 84 from 2016-10-03T19:17:30
It’s one thing to put on a great show, it’s quite another to convince people to attend and put their butts in the seats or their feet on the dance floor! Today Paul and Dave talk through a few w...
ListenManaging the Vibe at Gigs, Parties and Weddings from 2016-09-26T19:15:10
What happens when you expect a dance crowd and get one that wants to listen intently? Every gig is different, and many times you don’t get to control the vibe of the room you walk into. The only...
ListenFalling into the Autumn Music Scene – GigGab 82 from 2016-09-19T15:54:18
Autumn is almost here for those of us in the Northern hemisphere, and the gigs change right along with the New England leaves. Even though Paul’s not in New England (or, well, not usually), he’s...
ListenThe Benefits of Intimidation – GigGab 81 from 2016-09-12T14:57:23
Despite the shorter-than-usual gap between episodes, both Paul and Dave found themselves in intimidating scenarios they had to deal with in the moment. Caring about what you do and how you do it...
ListenWatch What Goes Into and Out of Your Mouth – GigGab 80 from 2016-09-07T20:09:33
Both musicians and bandleaders alike have to make split-second decisions and then live with them long-term, and today’s show is all about being a little more thoughtful about the things that bot...
ListenYour Two Weekend Warriors Share a Weekend – GigGab 79 from 2016-08-29T19:20:19
It finally happened: Dave and Paul played the gigs together that they’ve been discussing for the past few episodes. As always there are lessons that were learned, stories to tell, and sometimes ...
ListenEmbracing Intensity and Lessons from the Pros – GigGab 78 from 2016-08-22T19:00:07
Paul and Dave are in the final stages of their shared gig prep, but take a detour today to talk about all the other projects they each have going on and the value of embracing intensity. Then it...
ListenConfident vs. Overconfident Subbing – GigGab 77 from 2016-08-15T19:55:50
Dave’s coming out to sub for The Houserockers in a couple of weeks, so it’s time for him and Paul to chat through some of the details required to ensure a good gig. Equipment, dress code, charts...
ListenOutdoor Summer Gigs, Musical Inspirations&Uninvited Stage Visitors – GigGab 76 from 2016-08-08T20:13:11
Paul curses Dave by revisiting the subject of People Behaving Badly™, this time with the twist of discussing folks who feel the need to join your band (or any band!) on stage without invitation....
ListenThe Energy Required To Be Intimate – GigGab 75 from 2016-08-01T19:15:13
Today, Paul and Dave address the question a new bandleader asks about getting things started. As you might expect, your two favorite Weekend Warriors have a differing set of opinions on this, an...
ListenWhose Mistakes Most Often Turn Into Trainwrecks? – GigGab 74 from 2016-07-25T19:25:25
Paul and Dave come together today to ponder the subject of responsibility, and that leads to discussing which instrument bears the most responsibility for keeping the train on the tracks. A thou...
ListenAbbey Road and All-Star Bands – GigGab 73 from 2016-07-18T19:07:52
Dave’s back from a tour of Abbey Road Studios and Paul’s in the finalstages of pulling together his latest All-Star Band project, which means your two Weekend Warriors have a lot to talk about. ...
ListenIt Pays to Leave Your Comfort Zone – GigGab 72 from 2016-07-11T19:00:18
As it often happens, today’s show starts and stems from the gigs your two favorite weekend warriors have played … and seen! Paul and Dave talk about some of the recent lessons they’ve learned pe...
ListenRobert Berry Talks Carl Palmer, Steve Howe, Keith Emerson…and Cheerleader Camp! – GigGab 71 from 2016-06-27T19:38:19
Robert Berry‘s musical career has followed his passion, and that’s led to him playing and collaborating with some of the best musicians on the planet. A true journeyman, he’s got some fantastic ...
ListenBand Banners, Backing Tracks and In-Ears, all from the Mailbag! – GigGab 70 from 2016-06-20T19:10:18
You filled up the mailbag, Paul and Dave dig in and answer your questions. Listen today to hear your two favorite weekend warriors answer your questions about money, in-ears, hanging banners, ba...
ListenConsidering Making a Living From Music – GigGab 69 from 2016-06-13T19:00:34
Today Paul and Dave answer listener Patrick, who asks, “is it too late to make a living playing music?” As Weekend Warriors, this is an interesting concept to consider, and likely one that every...
ListenJan Hammer Talks Mahavishnu, Emerson, Hendrix, Jaco…and Getting the JuJu Happening! – GigGab 68 from 2016-06-06T18:35:51
Jan Hammer joins Paul and Dave today to share his own stories from throughout his life and career. From his start in Prague, the stories flow, including tales about Jan’s experiences with Jeff B...
ListenPeople Behaving Badly – Stories From the Stage Vol. 1 – GigGab 67 from 2016-05-31T16:06:57
Gigging musicians always have stories, some of them fantastic, some tales of woe. Today your two favorite Weekend Warriors dive into the pool and pull out a few of their favorites. Listen as Pau...
ListenDance Songs and Heart Breaks – GigGab 66 from 2016-05-24T20:11:29
It’s time for the therapy couch today, but don’t worry, it ends with dance songs, we promise! First, Paul and Dave answer some of your questions. What does it mean to be a generous musician? How...
ListenBeing Ready: Vocal Rehearsals and Physical Fitness – GigGab 65 from 2016-05-16T19:02:12
Paul’s been doing a lot of vocal rehearsals lately as The Houserockers prep for their summer season, so he and Dave spend some quality time dissecting what makes a vocal rehearsal successful, in...
ListenPutting Time and Effort Into Audience Curation – GigGab 64 from 2016-05-10T15:54:31
Do you ever take requests? Do you ever post to Facebook to promote your band? Do you ever send out an email about your gigs? Do you think that’s even close to being enough to truly curate your a...
ListenHearing Protection, Leading Leaders and More – GigGab 63 from 2016-05-03T01:00:36
It’s time to open up the mailbag, folks, and with questions about convincing your band to embrace technology and learning more about hearing protection, this one is guaranteed to inform and ente...
ListenSlack for Bands, Evaluating Your Show&a Prince-ly Chat – GigGab 62 from 2016-04-25T21:01:39
How often do you take a step back and evaluate your band, both musically and visually? It’s easy for unwanted elements to creep into your songs and shows over time and, once there, they’re hard ...
ListenDefining Success – GigGab 61 from 2016-04-18T22:45
When you’re doing something that sits between hobby and job, how do you define success? Paul and Dave take some time out this week to explore this topic… but not before wrapping up last week’s c...
ListenFlow&Focus, Chemistry&Commitment – GigGab 60 from 2016-04-11T19:24:27
When you’re in a band, there are some things you can polish quickly and some things that take time. Focus is one of the former, and Paul and Dave talk through just how important it is to them. T...
ListenGig Preparation&Differentiating Yourself – GigGab 59 from 2016-04-04T19:12:05
Today your two favorite weekend warriors warm up with warming up! It’s all about what you do to prepare for a gig and how you get ready for that first downbeat. Then it’s on to a conversation ab...
ListenRehearsal Sound…and a Peek Inside the Drummer’s Mind – GigGab 58 from 2016-03-28T17:30:43
Playing on stage means (at least occasionally) playing in a rehearsal room. But how sacred is that room? Do your experiences there need to be as special as they are on stage? Do you work to make...
ListenLive Clicks, Strained Singing, Paul Rodgers and The Cure! – GigGab 57 from 2016-03-22T20:07:41
After delaying a day Paul and Dave take to the mics and let their headcold-infused minds loop their way through the topics for this week’s show. Paul’s excited about some new tunes that he’s doi...
ListenIn-Ear Talk&Being Inspired by Live Music – GigGab 56 from 2016-03-15T04:09:35
Well, folks, it took over a year but we all knew it had to happen sooner or later… Dave brought up the subject of this band Paul saw last night and the episode never turned back. Yep, you guesse...
ListenWorking with Masters of Their Craft – GigGab 55 from 2016-03-07T20:00:38
This week Paul and Dave have a verbal jam session, riffing off each others’ ideas and discussing whatever comes to mind. Topics include subbing, some recently-tested gear, working with masters o...
ListenHonor Among…Musicians – GigGab 54 from 2016-02-29T23:42:12
If a musician plays and no one is there to hear him or her, does it still matter? You bet it does, and Paul and Dave talk about why. Then it’s on to why recording yourself when you’re all alone ...
ListenChoosing Songs…and Recording Them! – GigGab 53 from 2016-02-22T19:00:06
FLING has begun recording some of their originals and Dave talks about the process of not only getting the recording started but also just how they go about picking which tunes to record. This, ...
ListenThe Money Talk and All-Star Bands – GigGab 52 from 2016-02-16T04:36:58
Paul’s been tasked with forming (another) All-Star band, this time made up of Bay Area musicians, and he and Dave discuss the options and obstacles involved with putting that together. Then it’s...
ListenCover Band Central’s Steve Witschel – GigGab 51 from 2016-02-09T18:12:23
A weekend warrior turned full-time warrior, Steve Witschel went from working real jobs and just playing weekend gigs to playing full-time in New Orleans. He likes to say he’s a worldwide musicia...
ListenWhat Not To Do On Stage (Paul and Dave have done it!) – GigGab 50 from 2016-02-01T22:07:23
This week it’s all about Yacht Rock and golf. No, not really, mostly it’s about what’s the right way to present yourself on stage as Paul and Dave talk through the Seven Deadly Performance Sins ...
ListenThe Benefits of Acoustic Gigs – GigGab 49 from 2016-01-27T01:10:55
Paul and Dave take some time today to discuss acoustic gigs and how they can be quite beneficial to your more rocked-up playing, too. Acoustic gigs can provide opportunity to hone your crowd-int...
ListenHow Do I Get Better Gigs? (and How to Count the Intro to“Take it Easy”) – GigGab 48 from 2016-01-19T23:56:45
This week Paul and Dave take on a full load of topics including introducing a new friend of the show, they talk about a new project Paul is working on and then spend a good bit of time answeri...
ListenGear Gab…and a little bit about David Bowie – GigGab 47 from 2016-01-12T04:48
Today your two favorite weekend warriors let their geek flags fly as they talk about (some of) their favorite gear to use at gigs and on stage. They surprised each other with some inclusions and...
ListenThe Coffis Brothers – GigGab 46 from 2016-01-05T01:00:21
Kellen and Jamie Coffis – The Coffis Brothers – came and joined your two favorite weekend warriors to talk about what it takes to run a successful original band in today’s world. Between recordi...
ListenPaul&Dave Open a Club (in their minds) – GigGab 45 from 2015-12-29T04:40:58
Tonight Paul and Dave’s (fictitious) Aunt has left them some money and they’re opening a club targeted at live music. Hear what these two Weekend Warriors have to say as they Monday-morning quar...
ListenWatching Your Friends Play – GigGab 44 from 2015-12-21T23:29:48
Going to see live music is something every musician enjoys at some level, but depending upon who is playing there might be other emotions involved. How do you feel watching your friends play? Is...
ListenSteve Siacotos Talks Aha! Tunes and Scene Creation – GigGab 43 from 2015-12-15T04:24:43
San Francisco Bay Area musician Steve Siacotos has been cultivating scenes and perfecting his craft while catering to audiences for decades. In addition to learning some of Steve’s favorite “aha...
ListenThe Great Swing Scare of the Mid-90s – GigGab 42 from 2015-12-07T23:28:37
Another jam-session of an episode that covers all the bases, from Christmas music to prog rock geekery to the beginnings of fusion to playing music with people who know rock stars. All of that’s...
ListenGuitarist Matt Gibson: From a Military Career to 1MM Followers – GigGab 41 from 2015-12-01T04:27:19
Guitarist, songwriter, marketer and entrepreneur Matt Gibson joins your two favorite weekend warriors to discuss building a business as a foundation for your musical endeavors. From growing over...
ListenThe Rehearsal Dissection – GigGab 40 from 2015-11-25T04:02:05
Paul’s straight off an airplane from Vegas. Dave literally hopped out of the drum stool from FLING rehearsal, walked five feet and sat in the podcast chair to record. This is your two favorite w...
ListenThe Songwriter’s Perspective with Mark Linsenmayer – GigGab 39 from 2015-11-17T04:50:34
Songwriter, singer and multi-instrumentalist (and podcaster!) Mark Linsenmayer joins Paul and Dave this week to offer a different perspective on gigging and how it relates to non-cover material....
Listen7 Things Musicians Need To Do In Addition to Playing Shows – GigGab 38 from 2015-11-10T04:30:49
Tonight Paul and Dave go deep into what makes them tick as musicians… and into what ticks them off! Following a great article that Paul found, he and Dave talk through the 7 Things Musicians Nee...
ListenA Song’s Path from Rehearsal Room to Stage – GigGab 37 from 2015-11-03T05:46:25
Every band needs songs, and your band is no different. Neither, it turns out, are the bands that Paul and Dave play in. With that, they talk about three very different processes that they use in...
ListenChallenging Tunes&Chemistry – GigGab 36 from 2015-10-27T03:39:44
It’s always good to learn to play something that’s outside of your comfort zone, and that’s exactly what both Paul and Dave have spent the last week doing. They discuss their challenges and succ...
ListenReflections, Goals and Gear Gab – GigGab 35 from 2015-10-19T17:48:52
It’s autumn now, and we share our reflections from the summer and our musical goals for the next few months. Gear Gab makes its first appearance (unplanned, we swear!), and it’s pretty obvious t...
ListenNot The English Version of“Pissed”– GigGab 34 from 2015-10-06T03:30:32
Ever felt like the weakest member of a band? That’s the surprise question that Paul asked Dave today… and Dave has plenty of “yes” stories to share. Confidence in one another and having a shared...
ListenTalking Endorsement Deals with Music Industry Veteran Daniel East – GigGab 33 from 2015-09-29T03:42:33
Drummer, sound engineer, artist relations master and industry consultant Daniel East joins Paul and Dave tonight to share his experiences and expertise about getting endorsement deals. These typ...
ListenSelf-Analysis, Dummy Detection and Playing in the Pocket – GigGab 32 from 2015-09-23T18:06:15
How do you deal with the less-restrained members of the audience at your gigs? Paul and Dave aren’t sure they’re doing it correctly and talk through a few of their scenarios and tactics. Dave’s ...
ListenCharity Gigs, Appreciation&Revelation – GigGab 31 from 2015-09-15T02:35:37
Today Paul and Dave talk through the results of Dave’s wrist injury which, this week, meant canceling a gig. That led to some interesting revelations on the part of Dave and his FLING bandmates,...
ListenA Tour Through Rolling Your Own Music Festival – GigGab 30 from 2015-09-08T03:03:48
Paul was instrumental (no pun intended) in putting on the 3rd Annual Los Gatos Park Dance this past weekend, a musical festival-style event for over 5,000 people. He and Dave talk through all th...
ListenMusicians are Salespeople, Too – GigGab 29 from 2015-09-01T03:41:01
Starting with a brief-but-fun discussion of the things they love to practice, Paul and Dave dive deep into what it takes to successfully book your band long-term. Paul’s the expert this week, an...
ListenMusicians are Fans, Too–GigGab 28 from 2015-08-26T16:03:30
Summer’s not just a time for playing music, it’s a great time to go see music, too, and Paul and Dave talk through some of their favorite bands in this great episode. One highlight for Paul was ...
ListenMaintaining an Attitude of Gratitude–GigGab 27 from 2015-08-17T21:20:04
What’s your local scene like? Are other musicians friendly and helpful or are they hyper-competitive and guarded? Are you helpful or are you the competitive, guarded one? Paul and Dave talk thro...
ListenDave Brunyak from Pink Talking Fish–GigGab Podcast 26 from 2015-08-07T17:45:31
Dave Brunyak, currently playing guitar with the cleverly-named tribute act Pink Talking Fish, joins Paul and Dave today to talk about covering the music of others; learning Phish, the Talking He...
ListenWhat Is It About a Song that Makes You Care? – GigGab Podcast 25 from 2015-08-04T03:20:15
Selecting songs is a tough part of the cover (or even original) band business, and it gets even tougher when one or more band members cares about getting it just right. More often than not, that...
ListenFinding Ways to Express Your Musical Vision–GigGab 24 from 2015-07-20T20:53:37
This week Paul and Dave follow-up on last week’s interview with The Tommy Experience’s Pieter Hounslow (where Dave sang Pinball Wizard) by talking through different ways we all find to express o...
ListenPieter Hounslow from Sweden’s“Tommy Experience”–GigGab 23 from 2015-07-13T04:31:58
This week Paul and Dave are joined by Pieter Hounslow from Sweden’s “Tommy Experience,” a Who Tribute project. The discussion covers all manner of topics, including what it’s like to put on a tr...
ListenAnswers to Listener Questions and How To Make Your Gigs Unforgettable–GigGab 22 from 2015-07-08T03:36:58
Paul and Dave start off by answering listener questions; First it’s a seemingly-easy question about who pays for instrument rentals (that turns out to be not such an easy question!). Then it’s t...
ListenShared Backlines, Sit-ins&The Fish–GigGab 21 from 2015-06-30T03:46:08
Multi-band gigs can be fun and a great way to play for a new crowd, but it either means moving your gear in a hurry or sharing a backline. Which is best? Paul and Dave talk it through. Sit-ins a...
ListenManaging Your Health&To Gig or Not to Gig–Gig Gab 20 from 2015-06-23T03:26:12
Dave and Paul start out discussing what it’s like to play without the pressure of ever bringing it to the stage and how that can work. Then it’s on to health and gigs — what’s it take to make su...
ListenWhat’s Your Goal When You Walk On Stage?–Gig Gab 19 from 2015-06-16T03:48:43
Every musician hits the stage with the goal of… what? Is it entertaining? Is it playing well? Is it having a special moment (or three)? And if a special moment… with whom? Is it the crowd? One’s...
ListenThe Lost Episode–Gig Gab 18 from 2015-06-09T16:51:55
Paul and Dave met in San Francisco to record their first ever face-to-face GigGab episode … and failed! The conversation was animated, the topic was excellent and the audio was abysmal. Somethin...
ListenI’ve Got This!–Gig Gab 17 from 2015-06-02T03:46:19
When someone in your band says, “I’ve got this,” on stage or before a gig, what exactly does that mean? And can you trust that they’re actually prepared? What happens when YOU say it? Does it re...
ListenOf Sound, Promo&Merchandise–Gig Gab 17 from 2015-05-26T03:48:53
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 p...
ListenLive Music is Worth Something–Gig Gab 15 from 2015-05-19T03:16:31
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...
ListenOf Monsters and Men–Gig Gab 14 from 2015-05-12T03:36:18
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 pla...
ListenDigging Into The Woodshed–Gig Gab 13 from 2015-05-05T03:35:03
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? (a...
ListenThe Significant Other Discussion–Gig Gab 12 from 2015-04-27T03:32:24
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, hus...
ListenGuitar Sounds and Band Politics–Gig Gab 11 from 2015-04-21T15:38:32
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 ...
ListenGear Talk (Drums and Sound)–Gig Gab 10 from 2015-04-14T05:39:56
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 favo...
ListenThe Trainwreck Discussion–Gig Gab 9 from 2015-04-06T03:31:24
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 d...
ListenThe Holy Grail of Stage Volume–Gig Gab 8 from 2015-03-31T03:42:11
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 ...
ListenPay Scales and The Subbing Dilemma–Gig Gab 7 from 2015-03-24T03:32:58
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 pa...
ListenThere’s Always More You Can Do to Market Your Band–Gig Gab 6 from 2015-03-17T03:23:40
Paul and Dave talk through their weekend gigs, including some tales about what it takes to get a crowd up and moving — and how to keep your head in the right place when that doesn’t happen right...
ListenGigGab 5: The Rehearsal Talk from 2015-03-10T03:29:16
Paul and Dave get together on this crazy Monday night and rehearsals are the topic. How do you rehearse with your band? What do you do to plan rehearsals? How does it all work out? These and oth...
ListenDo You Support Live Music?–Gig Gab 4 from 2015-03-03T04:28:32
Paul and Dave dive right into their stride with a discussion about whether or not one should “support live music.” That flows into a discussion about the true job of a working musician, a topic ...
ListenGG 2: Some Songs Work Better Than Others from 2015-02-19T18:14:11
Our third episode (though probably only our second public one) as we get our feet wet here, talking about what constitutes a great song to pick … and play.Listen
GG 2: Paul and Dave talk Songs from 2015-02-19T18:12:40
Our second attempt at an episode. I’ll have to update this blog post with its contents when I remember them.Listen