Cover Band Confidential's Podcast (Music Business, Gigging Tips & Making Money as a Musician)

The boys lay down another livestream-hybrid podcast, and MIGHT someday get okay at it. Don't mind the echo on Adam's mic in the first few seconds, we got to the bottom of that super quick. NOW! What else are you going to talk about when your whole gigging life is on hold? GEAR, obviously! New mics, new mic stands, new Helix firmware, new preamps.... All super exciting things to own when you can't...

The guys return to form: none of that "this is the audio from a thing you really had to be there for" nonsense. In this episode we catch up on the happenings of two playas who can't play, and talk about some ways to handle the events of our current world--mentally, emotionally, and socially.

Podcast listenership globally is in the tank now that nobody's commuting or going to the gym. Our numbers are no exception. And you know what that means? A super low-effort episode from ya boys! With the help of longtime listeners and friends Paul Schuh and Ben Ivey, we have a Zoom chat about stuff, and you can listen in. Enjoy it or something!

You saw it live, maybe. Now hear it not-live! The times being what they are, more and more performers are turning to live-streaming to make ends meet. In this episode we disgorge what your humble hosts have learned about livestreaming AND in burst of irrepressible meta-ness, we do it WHILE livestreaming! Any reference to things you can see, or any visual aspects of this presentation were entirely...

Our guest this week, vocal coach Jamie Vendera, is probably most well known for shattering a wine glass using only his voice on an episode of Mythbusters.  He has worked with bands like Dream Theater, I Prevail and Thriving Ivory. The author of books like “Raise Your Voice” and “Mind Over Music,” and the host of the “Sing Better Fast” Podcast. You can reach Jaime at: https://venderavocalacademy.co...

Your boys take ten minutes to gripe, vent, and bitch about what's on everyone's mind right now. THEN we spend the rest of the episode engaging in delightful, plague-free chit chat with pod amigo Mike Schulte of The Pork Tornadoes! Is it all relevant band topics? Not on your life! Does it matter? Not in the slightest! Your sponsors and ours: Chauvet DJ. Could there BE a better time to visit http://...

And here we thought we said everything there was to say about it last week! COVID-19 has forced the cancellation of so very many things. At this point, there's no speculation, and there's definitely no fighting it: it's here and it's impacting us. So what to do? Use your time for your maximum benefit. This episode brought to you by the virus-free geniuses at http://chauvetdj.com

Folks, this episode is so topical you can hear us coughing. COVID-19 is upon us, maybe?, and the fear, uncertainty, and doubt is rippling through the events industry. So how does a band person cope? The same way you do any sort of risk--thinking ahead, preparedness, and value maximization. Our sponsor as ever-so-always is the lustrous CHAUVET DJ. Learn at http://chauvetdj.com http://Facebook.com/c...

In this episode we get a peek into the Johnson household, a discussion about what it takes to feel out a new room, and a dramatic reading of the band gig scam-baiting of the century. This episode is SO MUCH BROUGHT TO YOU by our compatriots at http://chauvetdj.com

Adam regales us with the story of a loose power plug, and Dan recounts his adventures with the plague. Brought to you by our fine feathered friends at http://chauvetdj.com

On this (half) episode Adam and his band talk a bit about how they ended up in the band, their favorite things about playing with Members Only and general green room shenanigans.

The realities of Your Fine Hosts' schedules this week call for two microsodes instead of one episode! In Episode A for the week, Dan soliloquizes on the subject of leverage: how to use what you got to maximize what you get.

That's right it's the second week of February and you get two! two! two episodes in one week! First a recap of Adam's exciting gear week. Then a pair of Internet-inspired topics. Gig bidding sites: Sucky or super? Then, whose job IS it to market a gig? This episode brought to you by the stage-lighting solution-providers at http://chauvetdj.com

[Bonus Episode] This episode Adam interviews Braxton O'Neal- Lead singer of El Scorcho. El Scorcho is a Weezer tribute band that's been around for over 15 years at this point. We talk about the band's birth, how to maintain a product that long in this market, and how to keep things interesting for your audience so they come back for more. Also, how you get the band you're paying tribute to to post...

Everything you wanted to know about calling audibles--the strategy, approach, and considerations! Also: the risks of repetitive stress injury for musicians are real, y'all. Join Dan as he whinges about it. This episode features NEW AD COPY from our lovely and moving-headed sponsors at http://chauvetdj.com

A tidy little episode about business structures, incorporation, bank accounts, taxes, and other Big Important Professional Music Person Topics. This ep lovingly sponsored by our fine friends at Chauvet DJ. Check das blinkenlights at http://chauvetdj.com

Another episode, another Adam rant--this time the insanity of thinking the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, like, OWES you something. Then the meat: Set list design! Dan lays out his W theory of set lists, and we walk through a couple user-submitted ones. This episode sponsored by our easily set-up and broken-down companions at Chauvet DJ. http://chauvetdj.com for all the deets.

The boys open the new year hot, with a classic CBC-style rant about online discourse, social media, and shutting the eff up about politics. Then we cool things down with a thorough how-to on Live Karaoke. If you've ever thought about adding audience participation elements to your show, you'll want to check this out! This episode sponsored by our sparkly-fresh companions at http://chauvetdj.com.

What would the last CBC episode of 2019 be without a trip in to the dark, dark psyches of your illustrious hosts? We've managed to stay out of there in recent times, but... well here we go. First Adam deals with the fallout of a less-than-ideal night, then Dan considers his momentary lack of smoothness with inconsiderate karaokeists. This episode illuminated by Chauvet DJ. Find out what they're al...

Our boys are back in the pocket for another good one. A heaping helping of meaty meatballs followed by a spirited chat on how to be maximally marketable as a gigging musician. This episode sponsored by the glittering gods at http://chauvetdj.com

This episode: Marketing as storytelling, the power of scarcity, how to do Facebook right, and a three-generation-old egg nog recipe. Schedules couldn't align this week... but the stars could! Because Mike Schulte of The Pork Tornadoes was able to come guest-cohost with Dan while Adam was off dealing with, like, whatever, okay? Stuff, man. Geez. This episode sponsored by our radiant amigos at http:...

Our two Highly Prepared and Professional Podcasters embark on a taut, focused discussion and largely fail to get there. Some gear news (including first thoughts on the Fender American Acoustasonic Telecaster), some complaints about the Way Things Are, and some updates and promo ideas. Mostly just a darn good chat. This episode brought to you courtesy of das blinkenlights at http://chauvetdj.com.

Know that guy from that other band who stands in the back of the room and folds his arms at you while you play? This week Adam and Dan discuss how not to be that guy. Let's all agree to be givers of energy rather than suckers, hmm? Also Thanksgiving gratitudes and seasonal silliness. This episode sponsored by our brilliant and shiny friends at http://chauvetdj.com

In answer to a question from listener Ryan O'Leary, the boys discuss how to breathe life back into a band when the thrill is gone. And Also: Big plans for our own projects, both separately and together, for 2020. The show continues to be sponsored by our amigos at http://chauvetdj.com. Get lit with Chauvet DJ!

Plate of meatballs, this episode, but it all tends toward a couple things: Taking advantage of opportunities that present themselves, and creating opportunities where you can. And taking the time with the band, as the year comes to an end, to reflect and re-invent. This episode sponsored by http://chauvetdj.com. Get lights!