This episode is all about finding the right balance. First, how do you deal with it when you’re on a stage that’s too big for your band? Thankfully Paul and Dave have made the mistakes so you don’t have to. Then your two favorite weekend warriors dig into the mailbag to answer the question of balancing being a musician with being a productive member of a family. Neither of these balancing acts is easy, and Paul and Dave talk you through each as best they can. Press play and enjoy!

Chapters/Timestamps

00:00:00 GigGab 121 – Monday, June 26, 2017

00:01:06 Last week’s Paul Costley Interview

00:02:12 Playing on a stage that’s too big

Behringer X32 Mixer

00:05:35 Feeling comfortable … and then not so comfortable

00:08:01 Dave’s Second Uptown Celebration Gig

00:11:36 Rhythm Section Lock-in

00:14:10 Bryan-Band/Life Balance

00:16:52 My husband’s new hobby

00:22:57 The groupie gone awry (Hi, Lisa!)

00:23:58 Are your family members music fans?

00:28:23 Beware the opposite sex

00:29:51 “You’ll be gigging less when we get married… right?”

00:30:36 I’m a musician, that’s who I am

00:34:39 Own your situation

00:35:58 Short gigs present opportunities

00:36:20 Schedule family time

00:42:02 Bail out gracefully if you’re miserable

00:43:45 GG Outtro