Gigging Solo

In this episode, Christine and Rick share some of their worst gear-related horror stories and how they right the ship when some part of their kit decides to test them in front of a live audience.

In this episode, Christine and Rick talk about one of the biggest challenges to being a gigging musician, and in particular a solo performer - it can be lonely out there! Here’s how they try to cope with that.

In this episode, Christine and Rick talk about their strategies to get to a “yes” to get in the door at a new venue. It’s an imperfect science, but what has the Gigging Solo crew learned about it?

In this episode, Christine and Rick talk about one of the hardest words to say as a gigging musician: “No.” When is it right to refuse a gig? Listen and find ou

In this fun faux-debate episode, Christine and Rick explore the arguments for (and against) having tablets on stage. Is it an invaluable tool of the trade or a vibe killer?

In this episode, Christine and Rick talk about how to keep from losing the joy of playing music when you do it for a living. One thousand Wonderwall requests later, how do you stay motivated?

Stuff that makes you sound good, and stuff that makes you feel good when you get to the gig - in this episode, Christine and Rick talk about the tools of their trade they appreciate most.

In this episode, Christine and Rick talk about some of their favorite “dark horse” songs to wake up an audience and get things going at a gig.

In this episode, Christine and Rick talk about how to be consistent and cultivate a professional musician reputation.

Topics:

• Be consistent and reliable
• Have a network of subs
• Do job plus one
• Be friendly
• Let your work speak for you
• Get good

In this episode, Christine and Rick talk about how to deal with common (and sometimes uncommon) types of challenging gigs, especially as it pertains to playing for crowds that give you none, or the wrong kind of energy.