Episode Details

In this episode, Jared discusses the issue of fair compensation for band members. Using a specific example of a FMA student who feels resentful of the unequal split in payment among her bandmates, he suggests a solution: building a profit margin into each gig and proportionally compensating the band leader who does the extra work of coordinating gigs, doing the booking work, and marketing the band. He also encourages bandleaders to provide opportunities for other band members to earn additional compensation for doing administrative work like social media management and website maintenance. Ultimately, the episode emphasizes the importance of fair compensation and valuing the contributions of all members in a band.