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This week on the pod, Adam and Dan are back in the saddle for a classic meatballs-style episode—light on the structure, heavy on the sauce.
First up, Adam finally built his own RJ45 audio snake! It’s official: he’s the kind of guy who owns a punch tool and knows how to use it. We dive into what that means, how it works, and why you might want to DIY your own cables too. Spoiler alert: it’s cheaper, easier than expected, and makes you feel very powerful.
Then we get into auditions—when to pre-screen, how to test prep vs. bluff, and why personality matters as much as chops. Whether you’re a dictator or just the guy who set up the rehearsal room, we’ve got practical advice for building a team that actually gels.
Also in this episode:
-Dan’s easing back into acoustic gigs post-surgery
-Adam’s mystery gig is stirring up conspiracy theories
-A PRS-Les Paul Jr. trade loop finally closes
-The Billy Joel doc on Max is three hours long and barely gets into the '80s
-K-Pop Demon Hunters on Netflix absolutely rules (Adam cried)
-We hit 900 YouTube uploads… and the money's still not there
-The Great Brussels Sprouts Debate™ rages on
-And yes, we did reference Face/Off, Coneheads, and Miracle on Ice in a single episode. You're welcome.
💬 Listener Highlight: Shout-out to Redditor Dimzy5150, whose cover band subreddit post came full circle—, feedback was received, and Brussels sprouts were judged.
📎 Links & Resources:
The RJ45 audio snake Adam bought: https://amzn.to/45fGh7j
Billy Joel: And So It Goes on Max: https://www.hbomax.com/shows/billy-joel-and-so-it-goes/2abc1a61-f4ac-4b0e-ae84-3cc5a3b53d03
K-Pop Demon Hunters on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81498621
Blank Contracts & Riders: https://www.coverbandconfidential.com/store/performance-contracts
🎤 Join the Conversation:
Have a hot take on auditions? Building your own gear? Just wanna share your favorite Billy Joel category? Hit us up on Threads, IG, or email us at [email protected].
💡 Pro Tip: Don’t let the AdSense dream fool you. 900 videos = maybe enough for one really good cheeseburger.
MaestroDMX (10% off discount link): https://maestrodmx.com/discount/DISCOUNT4CBC?redirect=%2Fproducts%2Fmaestrodmx
BOTH Lighting 360 Tubes (Use “DISCOUNT4CBC” to save 5%): https://bothlightingusa.com/collections/all-products/products/360-tubes-copy
Backing Track Resources: https://www.coverbandconfidential.com/store/backing-track-resources
Thank you so much for tuning in! If you want to help be sure to like, subscribe and share with your friends!
Linktree: linktr.ee/adampatrickjohnson
linktr.ee/coverbandconfidential
Follow us on Instagram!
@coverbandconfidential
@adampatrickjohnson
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If you have any questions please email at:
[email protected]
Consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/coverbandconfidential
Or buy us a cup of coffee!
paypal.me/cbconfidential
And for more info check out
www.coverbandconfidential.com
Gear Used in this Video (Affiliate):
Sony ZV-E10 Mirrorless Camera: https://amzn.to/3DBqtOy
Elgato Prompter: https://amzn.to/3X3IAq8
Shure SM7B: https://amzn.to/4dDCJx0
Elgato Stream Deck XL: https://amzn.to/3gKjhqi
Magic Arm Camera Friction Mount: https://amzn.to/3SK5yNk
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This week on the pod, Adam and Dan are back in the saddle for a classic meatballs-style episode—light on the structure, heavy on the sauce.
First up, Adam finally built his own RJ45 audio snake! It’s official: he’s the kind of guy who owns a punch tool and knows how to use it. We dive into what that means, how it works, and why you might want to DIY your own cables too. Spoiler alert: it’s cheaper, easier than expected, and makes you feel very powerful.
Then we get into auditions—when to pre-screen, how to test prep vs. bluff, and why personality matters as much as chops. Whether you’re a dictator or just the guy who set up the rehearsal room, we’ve got practical advice for building a team that actually gels.
Also in this episode:
-Dan’s easing back into acoustic gigs post-surgery
-Adam’s mystery gig is stirring up conspiracy theories
-A PRS-Les Paul Jr. trade loop finally closes
-The Billy Joel doc on Max is three hours long and barely gets into the '80s
-K-Pop Demon Hunters on Netflix absolutely rules (Adam cried)
-We hit 900 YouTube uploads… and the money's still not there
-The Great Brussels Sprouts Debate™ rages on
-And yes, we did reference Face/Off, Coneheads, and Miracle on Ice in a single episode. You're welcome.
💬 Listener Highlight: Shout-out to Redditor Dimzy5150, whose cover band subreddit post came full circle—, feedback was received, and Brussels sprouts were judged.
📎 Links & Resources:
The RJ45 audio snake Adam bought: https://amzn.to/45fGh7j
Billy Joel: And So It Goes on Max: https://www.hbomax.com/shows/billy-joel-and-so-it-goes/2abc1a61-f4ac-4b0e-ae84-3cc5a3b53d03
K-Pop Demon Hunters on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81498621
Blank Contracts & Riders: https://www.coverbandconfidential.com/store/performance-contracts
🎤 Join the Conversation:
Have a hot take on auditions? Building your own gear? Just wanna share your favorite Billy Joel category? Hit us up on Threads, IG, or email us at [email protected].
💡 Pro Tip: Don’t let the AdSense dream fool you. 900 videos = maybe enough for one really good cheeseburger.
MaestroDMX (10% off discount link): https://maestrodmx.com/discount/DISCOUNT4CBC?redirect=%2Fproducts%2Fmaestrodmx
BOTH Lighting 360 Tubes (Use “DISCOUNT4CBC” to save 5%): https://bothlightingusa.com/collections/all-products/products/360-tubes-copy
Backing Track Resources: https://www.coverbandconfidential.com/store/backing-track-resources
Thank you so much for tuning in! If you want to help be sure to like, subscribe and share with your friends!
Linktree: linktr.ee/adampatrickjohnson
linktr.ee/coverbandconfidential
Follow us on Instagram!
@coverbandconfidential
@adampatrickjohnson
@danraymusician
If you have any questions please email at:
[email protected]
Consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/coverbandconfidential
Or buy us a cup of coffee!
paypal.me/cbconfidential
And for more info check out
www.coverbandconfidential.com
Gear Used in this Video (Affiliate):
Sony ZV-E10 Mirrorless Camera: https://amzn.to/3DBqtOy
Elgato Prompter: https://amzn.to/3X3IAq8
Shure SM7B: https://amzn.to/4dDCJx0
Elgato Stream Deck XL: https://amzn.to/3gKjhqi
Magic Arm Camera Friction Mount: https://amzn.to/3SK5yNk

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