The Cover Band Central Podcast

The Cover Band Central Podcast

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The Cover Band Central Podcast episodes

  • The Cover Band Central Podcast #194 - Involving the Audience

    There are two schools of thought with cover band performances. The first is that it's a show, and there is a separation between the band and the crowd. In other words, the fourth wall remains up and there is little to no interaction between the two.

    The second is that the people in attendance are actually part of the show...where requests are taken and there is banter back and forth.

    On this episode, Steve and Tony discuss the differences and the benefits with each method.

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    1 hr 4 min
  • The Cover Band Central Podcast #193 - Mardi Gras 2023

    Steve and Tony are back and stoked to be a part of Pantheon Podcasts!

    This week the guys explain the transition, and delve deep into Steve's crazy six weekend gigs in three days during Mardi Gras in New Orleans.

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    1 hr 4 min
  • The CBC Wizdumb Hour #191 - Getting people to your shows

    In olden days, we used to have to design and print flyers, post them in the venue or places around town, curate a mailing list, send those flyers out to people who like us and hope that they come to the next show. Nowadays with the internet and social media, it is FAR easier and cheaper to advertise your upcoming gigs...yet a lot of people still don't have a grasp on how to effectively do this.

    Cover Band Central is holding an exclusive upcoming event to show you the tricks of the trade that have been successful for bands and musicians. Go to this link to reserve your spot - https://fb.me/e/2CACTuc42

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    1 hr 4 min
  • The CBC Wizdumb Hour #190 - Personal Relationships
    Being a musician—especially in a band—isn't just about being good at your craft. More of the experience is about your relationships with others. You meet new people all of the time, and some become your friends, business associates, or even romantic partners. Over time, you find that these personal relationships become much more important than just playing music.


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    1 hr 3 min
  • The CBC Wizdumb Hour #189 - 1 or 1000
    If you've been playing music for any length of time, you know that there are many ups and downs. Sometimes you're playing to a full house, and sometimes it's just the staff and a couple of friends in the audience. Either way, it's always important to give it your all.

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    1 hr 5 min
  • The CBC Wizdumb Hour #188 - Substance Abuse
    Playing in a band can often lend itself to being exposed to various legal and illegal substances. There are many stories of overuse by famous artists, at times leading to their demise. In the cover band world, there is no shortage of opportunities to indulge in substance usage, but it can be a slippery slope. Steve and Tony discuss this topic today, and comment on your stories.

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    1 hr 3 min
  • The CBC Wizdumb Hour #187 - The Cover Band Central Facebook Group
    Lots of great topics in the Cover Band Central Facebook Group lately, so Steve and Tony will scroll through and discuss what's being discussed. If you're not part of it, join here - www.facebook.com/groups/coverbandcentral

    There's still time to enter the Hercules Giveaway Contest where you can win a Smartphone Holder! Enter for free at www.coverbandcentral.com/contest

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    1 hr 3 min
  • The CBC Wizdumb Hour #186 - Authenticity
    How close should you try to get to replicating the original recording when playing covers? Should you dig deep down tot the most minute details, or scrap that idea and just make it your own? Steve and Tony discuss this and much more...

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    1 hr 3 min
  • The CBC Wizdumb Hour #185 - The New Guy
    When a band changes even just one member, the whole dynamic changes. It can be a challenging situation for both the band and the new member, and it just so happens that Steve experienced that this past weekend. Steve and Tony will discuss this...and much more!

    Enter to win a Hercules Smartphone holder! Go to www.coverbandcentral.com/contest to enter!

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    1 hr 4 min

About The Cover Band Central Podcast

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Veteran musicians Steve Witschel and Tony Bienert are here to inform, entertain, and delight you with all topics related to playing music in a cover band...and everything that comes with it!