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 matters, too… you’ll learn a lot from this episode, we promise! You’ll also learn about whether or not it’s important to be true to who you are and, finally, whether or not there’s honor among thieves musicians. All of this (and more?) included in this week’s GigGab!

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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, of course, opens up a discussion that relates to all types of bands, including those who play only covers. Paul and Dave discuss the nuances of recording and share their favorite tips, as well. Paul makes a point of reminding everyone exactly what the purpose of a demo is, and offers some fantastic tips to make sure yours stands out!

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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 time to answer listener Kevin’s question about money. Always a big topic amongst weekend warriors, the Money Talk gets your two favorite working musicians all worked up about the right – and wrong – ways to do things. Listen in, folks, for all this and more!

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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 … and how NOT to commit them. But there’s a little bit about Yacht Rock and golf. Enjoy!

Stuff mentioned:

• Mustache Harbor (and their “Yacht Rock” song list)
• “Grip It and Rip It“
• The Seven Deadly Performance Sins

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