The Cover Band Central Podcast

Life happens...and after several years of doing this show, it might be time to wrap it up...or is it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve and Tony return to discuss venues advertising shows, what it was like in the old days, and the recent Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction ceremony. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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As teased a couple of weeks ago, Steve announced that Cover Band Central radio is now getting started. The Indiegogo campaign has been launched here - https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/co... Tony dispenses some extra wisdom this week with some valuable life/musician lessons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve recounts his gigs from the past 2 weekends including some marathon sets. Meanwhile, Tony has to deal with monsoon rains at 2 outdoor gigs. Steve shows the new Cover Band Central t-shirt and teases a big new idea! Get a shirt here - https://www.etsy.com/shop/ZFactory Check out everything else on the website - www.coverbandcentral.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoi...

Steve and Tony get deep discussing the rapid growth of A.I. and how it's affecting the music business and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve and Tony discuss how every day is a celebration of something...and some of the subjects are very interesting! They also delve into the uniqueness of every gig versus falling into a routine. Go to www.checkiday.com to see what is celebrated every day! Website: www.coverbandcentral.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vaughan Fleischfresser is a music educator, saxophonist, and an active social media influencer from Scotland. We stumbled upon his Facebook Page, where he boasts 25k followers, and shares several inspirational posts per day about the importance of music education. Today we talk with him about his background, his current activities, and why he's so passionate about educating our younger generation...

Steve went to see Judas Priest this past weekend, and the guys talk about that show and the difference between arena concerts now and decades ago. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Due to Facebook's limitations on live streaming, the guys decided to record this week's episode without the live audience interaction. Topics discussed include Steve's early years of wanting to be a DJ, and how that helped him get comfortable filling in "dead air" on the mic on stage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every musician has had some form of music education. Whether it be private lessons, classes in school, or learning on the job, how each musician obtains information is integral to their success. Steve and Tony discuss their experiences with their own music education - both with learning and teaching. Get the ebook - www.getemtotheshow.com Subscribe to the YouTube channel -    / coverbandcentral  ...

First to Eleven is perhaps the single most ambitious and prolific cover band in the country. Their YouTube channel boasts hundreds of high-quality videos with a new clip posted every week. Just ahead of the band heading out on tour, we'll have a chat with founder and guitarist Ryan Krysiak and lead singer Audra Miller and talk about their creative process, their upcoming shows, what keeps the band...

This past weekend, Steve went to see Geoff Tate (lead singer of Queensryche), and noticed that there were no amps on stage. The topic of IEMs and backing tracks comes up often in the Cover Band Central Group, so Steve and Tony weigh in on this growing trend. Also, the conversation starts with the wide use of A.I. and how it's affecting the art industry. Make more money! If you can take tips, sign...

One of the biggest challenges for musicians is knowing how to manage the confusing landscape of social media. Steve has written the blueprint for building your online audience and reaching the people who will actually support you and come see you play. Tony has read the ebook, and the two of them dig deeper into the wisdom shared. To get the ebook - www.getemtotheshow.com Take tips at your show? G...

The Cover Band Central Facebook Group is the most active and vibrant community of musicians on the internet. This episode, Steve and Tony check in on what people are posting and talking about, and add their own unique thoughts. Join the Group at www.facebook.com/groups/coverbandcentral Get the ebook - www.getemtotheshow.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel www.youtube.com/coverbandcentral Learn mo...

Since American Idol debuted in 2002, music contest shows have become ubiquitous. In most cases, singers (and sometimes bands) vie in a competition to achieve stardom. Most don't see anything beyond a few minutes of screen time (if they even get that), but a select few have gone on to major success...all while performing covers to get there. Steve and Tony discuss this 21st century phenomenon and h...

Nobody's perfect. Yes, that is a cliche', but when it comes to being a musician, it's important to remember this. From the kid jamming in his bedroom, to the multi-platinum rock stars, everyone makes mistakes, struggles with confidence, and sometimes wants to throw in the towel. Steve an Tony discuss this and more including Steve working at the Grammy Awards in 1991, this years' Grammys, and the a...

We all love getting a shiny new piece of musical equipment. The old joke is that if you get new gear, you'll improve at your craft. But is there any truth to this? Steve and Tony explore this topic, along with anything else that comes up. Get the ebook! - www.getemtotheshow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After an extended leave, Steve and Tony are back to talk about all that's going on in the world of cover bands and musicians! They'll recap what's been going on in their respective careers since the last episode, and discuss random topics that come up. Join us! Check out the BRAND NEW website at www.coverbandcentral.com Get your copy of the ebook at www.getemtotheshow.com Learn more about your ad...

Whether we are intentional or not, we as musicians are always learning and teaching. We absorb what happens when we play with others, and many of us give our advice joyfully to other players. Some of us though, who are looking to excel at what we do, seek guidance from those who are accomplished. Today, Steve and Tony discuss their experiences with learning and teaching through the years, the bene...

We've all been there. Something that completely humiliates you happens under the lights in front of many gazing eyes. Even the best of them have had an embarrassing moment on stage. This episode, we'll scroll through some of the events you were kind enough to admit. Available Now! A new micro-course ebook that helps you with promoting yourself on social media so that you get more people to your sh...

Like it or not, social media like Facebook, Instagram, and now Threads are an important part of the game in maintaining a working band. The most successful cover bands and artists of today have a presence on all of the major platforms...and provide content on a regular basis. Some of the older generation are reluctant to participate, but it's not going away any time soon. Subscribe to the Cover Ba...

Any long time musician knows that in order to persevere, you need to constantly be practicing, studying, and improving. Ask any player if they've gotten as good as they can get, and most times they will answer "No." Being aware of this fact is important if you want to get work and make good money. Subscribe to the Cover Band Central YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/coverbandcentral Learn more ab...

People make lists all of the time. Shopping lists, rankings, to-do lists, etc. But the importance of lists for musicians cannot be overstated. Being organized is primary for your success as a band or individual player. Steve and Tony discuss this...and much more! Subscribe to the Cover Band Central YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/coverbandcentral Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphon...

200 hours. That's how much content we've provided with the Cover Band Central podcast. For this celebratory episode, we've brought in special guests who have been a huge part of the Cover Band Central journey from nearly the beginning. This round table discussion is full of memories, wisdom, tips, and laughs. Joining us on this episode are: Jeff Yonker aka Chonk - Silent Bark/Robots Attack/Website...