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Gig Gab - The Working Musician"s Podcast

Dave Hamilton & Friends

Welcome to Gig Gab—the podcast sanctuary for working musicians and anyone fascinated by the vibrant, often unseen world behind every note played on stage. Whether you’re a musician, a member of the crew, or just someone who loves peeking behind the curtain to discover the secrets of live performances, you’ve found your tribe.

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57:19

SXSW, New Bands, New Films, and a New Way of Thinking...

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2018/03/19

Dave’s just back from attending a full week of the SXSW Conference and Festivals, and he and Paul have a lot to discuss! From new bands that Dave found, to new films that Dave saw, SXSW provided an infusion of new info and new thinking and, well, that’s the point […] The post SXSW, New Bands, New Films, and a New Way of Thinking about Older Music – Gig Gab 157 appeared first on Gig Gab.

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49:42

Rock Star Bathroom Politics – Gig Gab 156

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2018/03/05

Have you ever peed next to a rock star? How about a former Vice President? Dave has peed next to both Dave Grohl and Al Gore, and for some reason Paul gets him to tell those stories perfectly in the context of your normally-scheduled Gig Gab. Guess which one has […] The post Rock Star Bathroom Politics – Gig Gab 156 appeared first on Gig Gab.

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44:14

Always get a contract? Well, sort of… – Gig Gab...

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2018/02/26

When should you have a contract? If you follow Paul and Dave’s advice and definitions, you should have something resembling a contract for every gig. Listen to hear what they mean… and why. Sometimes a cascading series of bad events turns into a great night, and Paul’s got a story […] The post Always get a contract? Well, sort of… – Gig Gab Podcast 155 appeared first on Gig Gab.

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42:30

Your Band & Facebook – Gig Gab Podcast 154

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2018/02/19

Talk about a verbal jam session! Sure, your two favorite weekend warriors talk about their strategies for when to post your events on Facebook, but there are about a zillion other topics that seem to weave into one another. From managing your core strength to the history of the National […] The post Your Band & Facebook – Gig Gab Podcast 154 appeared first on Gig Gab.

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48:13

Praise to the Go-Getters – Gig Gab Podcast 153

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2018/02/12

Have you ever thought about traveling with you band? How about putting together a band whose only purpose is to travel? You two favorite weekend warriors talk all about this just for you. And, as should happen at the center of any conversation about booking gigs, it’s expressly decided that […] The post Praise to the Go-Getters – Gig Gab Podcast 153 appeared first on Gig Gab.

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38:46

Nirvana Night vs. Fight Night – Gig Gab Podcast 152

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2018/02/07

Sometimes it’s nirvana, and sometimes it’s a fight. The thing is, you never really know which way the gig is going to go until you’re in the thick of it… and then you just have to take it as it comes and deal with it! Whether it’s discussing the harnessing […] The post Nirvana Night vs. Fight Night – Gig Gab Podcast 152 appeared first on Gig Gab.

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49:36

The Loneliness Component – Gig Gab Podcast 151

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2018/01/29

As musicians, we play because we love to play, and it’s an honor to be able to do that. But that’s not the only reason… and some gigs can feel pretty lonely, even if you’re surrounded by a crowd or fellow musicians. Dave and Paul start this episode thinking they […] The post The Loneliness Component – Gig Gab Podcast 151 appeared first on Gig Gab.

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39:16

“Up Here, Nothing Can Touch Us” – Gig Gab Podcast 150

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2018/01/22

The stage is sacred ground for most musicians… but how does it get to be that way? Certainly it’s not comfortable the very first time you walk on stage. Depending on how you look at it, it may never be comfortable walking on stage… and yet, it can still become […] The post “Up Here, Nothing Can Touch Us” – Gig Gab Podcast 150 appeared first on Gig Gab.

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Managing Your Body on Stage – Gig Gab Podcast 149

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2018/01/15

Paul and Dave each had experiences – from both sides of the “rail” this week – with that concept where musicians need to manage what’s going on inside their bodies while on stage. They talk through Paul’s first gig with the Houserockers new drummer, and Dave’s experience watching seasoned, Grammy-winning professionals […] The post Managing Your Body on Stage – Gig Gab Podcast 149 appeared first on Gig Gab.

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57:15

Selling Your Band! – Gig Gab Podcast 148

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2018/01/08

Is your band for sale? Of course it is! Otherwise you’re not getting paid. And if your band is for sale, then who is the salesperson? Listen to hear your long-time Weekend Warriors put on the relevant parts of their weekDAY hats and talk through their process for selling … […] The post Selling Your Band! – Gig Gab Podcast 148 appeared first on Gig Gab.

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37:52

Don’t Be Afraid to Ask for Money – Gig Gab Podcast 147

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2018/01/03

New Year’s Eve came and went for your two favorite working musicians. One of them played and one didn’t, and they have some stories to tell because both Paul and Dave learned some important lessons that night… and they share! Payment for your valuable services as a musician is definitely […] The post Don’t Be Afraid to Ask for Money – Gig Gab Podcast 147 appeared first on Gig Gab.

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45:52

Coffee House Gigs & Starting From Scratch – Gig Gab...

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2017/12/27

Are you someone who’s trying to break into the music scene? Maybe you took some time off from playing or maybe you’ve never played out. What can you do to get going? Your two favorite weekend warriors were asked this question by a fellow listener and they spend some time […] The post Coffee House Gigs & Starting From Scratch – Gig Gab Podcast 146 appeared first on Gig Gab.

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58:58

Crowd (Over-)Participation & Marketing Your Band...

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2017/12/18

Sometimes that person in the crowd that wants to sit-in can be awesome… sometimes they can be awFUL. How do you tell which it’s going to be? Listen to Paul and Dave share some war stories and advice. Then it’s on to answering a question about Facebook and marketing and […] The post Crowd (Over-)Participation & Marketing Your Band – Gig Gab Podcast 145 appeared first on Gig Gab.

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41:24

Listen and Learn – Gig Gab Podcast 144

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2017/12/11

New sound for your band, new thoughts from your band members, even new sound for the show. Yep, the theme for this episode is, most undoubtedly, Listen and Learn. First we share a comment about getting sound on stage just right and – no surprise here – it’s all about listening. […] The post Listen and Learn – Gig Gab Podcast 144 appeared first on Gig Gab.

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47:03

Pitch is Non-Negotiable – Gig Gab Podcast 143

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2017/12/04

When it comes to being a singer, pitch is fundamental to doing it right. But that’s not all there is, and your two Weekend Warriors (and still-working-at-it-every-day singers!) talk through their respective journeys of gaining confidence and functionality in front of the microphone. But first, it’s time to talk about […] The post Pitch is Non-Negotiable – Gig Gab Podcast 143 appeared first on Gig Gab.

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Let’s Have The Volume Conversation – Gig Gab Podcast 142

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2017/11/29

Your band is too loud. Ever heard that before? You’ve probably heard it at every type of gig imaginable. Is it your fault? Yes, it’s yours. Not just you, but not just your band, either. Yep, it’s time… Paul and Dave have The Volume Conversation. Are they honest enough? Only […] The post Let’s Have The Volume Conversation – Gig Gab Podcast 142 appeared first on Gig Gab.

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45:54

A Musical Thanksgiving – Gig Gab Podcast 141

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2017/11/20

It’s a thankful time of year, and Paul and Dave have many things to be thankful for. At least five things each, as a matter of fact. Listen to them talk through their lists, offering color and perspective for one another and, ultimately, well… I think you know where this […] The post A Musical Thanksgiving – Gig Gab Podcast 141 appeared first on Gig Gab.

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52:06

Who is Your Band’s MacGuyver? – Gig Gab Podcast 140

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2017/11/15

First, your two favorite Weekend Warriors talk through creating your own event by answering Kevin’s “What is FLINGFest?” question. This opens up many avenues for Paul and Dave to discuss, and that takes them and you on a journey. For any other podcast that would be enough, but not GigGab. […] The post Who is Your Band’s MacGuyver? – Gig Gab Podcast 140 appeared first on Gig Gab.

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39:26

Technology, Organization, and Protecting Your...

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2017/11/06

It’s time to dig into the mechanics a bit. First, technology. How much is too much, or is there such a thing? Paul and Dave discuss. Then a bit into organizing shows for the best chances at success, even when you don’t get to rehearse as much as you’d like… […] The post Technology, Organization, and Protecting Your Hearing – Gig Gab Podcast 139 appeared first on Gig Gab.

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26:04

Are You In It For The Money? – Gig Gab Podcast 138

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2017/10/30

Paul and Dave take on the important – and highly-sensitive – subject of what makes a real artist. Are you in it for the money? Does that matter? What message does it send to your fellow musicians and community if you communicate that message publicly? Paul and Dave discuss. Then a […] The post Are You In It For The Money? – Gig Gab Podcast 138 appeared first on Gig Gab.

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