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It Doesn’t Work! – Gig Gab 384

In this week’s episode, Dave and Paul dive deep into the challenges musicians face when putting a substitute musician on stage, delving into the nuances of finding a reliable sub for extended periods.. The hosts also explore the concept of truly “knowing” a song, highlighting the dedication and depth of Read more…

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By Dave Hamilton, 1 week ago
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Listen To The Universe (and The Music) — Gig Gab 383

In this episode, Dave and Paul explore a diverse range of topics, from loud crowds to reminiscing about the COVID era. They also delve into the fascinating realm of band dynamics and take an exclusive peek behind the scenes of Natalie Merchant’s current tour. Additionally, discover some exceptional gear recommendations Read more…

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By Dave Hamilton, 2 weeks ago
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I Want More E-Mail! – Gig Gab 382

Welcome to the Gig Gab podcast, hosted by Dave Hamilton and Paul Kent. In this episode, they discuss vocal warm-ups, email marketing, and microphone reviews. Let’s dive into the details. Vocal Warm-Ups At the beginning of the podcast, Dave and Paul talk about the importance of vocal warm-ups before a Read more…

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By Dave Hamilton, 4 weeks ago
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Digging (Into) NAMM 2023 with Guest Dan East — Gig Gab 381

The NAMM conference is the ultimate destination for music enthusiasts and professionals alike. In this week’s episode of GigGab Podcast, hosts Dave Hamilton and Paul Kent are joined by guest Dan East to discuss his recent experience at NAMM 2023. The hosts begin the show by acknowledging that NAMM is Read more…

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By Dave Hamilton, 1 monthApril 24, 2023 ago
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Sharing The Tea Leaves — Gig Gab 380

When was the last time you just hung out as a band? When bands are touring, this happens all the time. Wedding bands often find themselves spending more time hanging out than playing, just because of the way the schedules often work at those kinds of events. But most bands Read more…

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By Dave Hamilton, 1 month ago
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The Sound of Progress – Gig Gab 379

Welcome back, Gig Gab listeners! In this week’s episode, your two favorite weekend warriors, Dave Hamilton and Paul Kent, dive into a musical journey that spans centuries and explores the exciting innovations shaping the future of the music industry. Happy 400th Birthday, Zildjian! We kick off the episode by celebrating Read more…

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By Dave Hamilton, 2 months ago
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Ethical Gymnastics – Gig Gab 378

Have you ever wondered why the stage holds such a special place in the hearts of musicians? Join two of the most passionate weekend warriors around as they delve into this topic and explore ways to protect this hallowed ground. But that’s not all! Dave found himself in a sticky Read more…

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By Dave Hamilton, 2 months ago
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Always Be Entertaining — Gig Gab 377

What do you do to ensure you’re always able to entertain an audience? Performing is great, but entertaining is the goal. Listen as your two favorite weekend warriors talk through this from a few different angles, both as performers and as audience members. Spoiler alert: it’s not just about the Read more…

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By Dave Hamilton, 2 monthsMarch 20, 2023 ago
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Raise Your Damned Prices! — Gig Gab 376

Sometimes Paul says, “Always Be Performing.” Ok, he always says that. This time, though, Paul says, “Raise Your Damned Prices!” As working musicians, we need to figure out how to raise our baseline pay. Sure, some of us have figured it out for our specific gigs, and obviously the touring Read more…

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By Dave Hamilton, 3 monthsMarch 14, 2023 ago
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Hey, Leave Those Gains Alone — Gig Gab 375

Last episode, your two favorite weekend warriors talked about the bliss that is a good monitor mix. This time, they might have stumbled upon a secret to repeating that! Listen as Paul Kent and Dave Hamilton talk through not just monitor mixes, but song choices, musical evolution, Ticketmaster, and much Read more…

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By Dave Hamilton, 3 months ago

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