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Changing Goals From Perfection...to Survival

Episode 471

Paul Kent returns to Gig Gab, diving headfirst into the wild ride of full-time gigging with 120 shows lined up this year—and still packing the house! From near-disaster moments like a bass player taking a tumble (not this time, thankfully) to the art of bonding with your audience before you even hit that first note, it’s all about controlling the chaos. Whether it’s using a Seismic Audio Split Snake to take charge of your sound or knowing when to discuss weather risks before booking, smart musicianship is key. Cancelation policies? Rare, but worth considering—just ask Notso Costley Productions.

Marketing your band isn’t about magic bullets, but there are definitely solid shots to take. Success in music is always shared, and shoutouts fly to pros like Tony Smith and Mike Schulte for their insights. Meanwhile, Dave has a revelation: he’s starting to get Bob Dylan. Whether it’s tribute nights, booking strategies, or navigating the business of performing, one thing’s clear—Always Be Performing, and always be learning.

• 00:00:00 Gig Gab 471 – Monday, March 3rd, 2025
  • March 3rd: World Hearing Day
• 00:03:10 Catching up on Paul’s Gigs…and life!
  • BACK to being a full-time musician
• 00:04:32 Booking 120 Gigs for the year…and still draw a crowd
• 00:05:14 Shared Crisis on a Sold-Out Night
  • One time…the Ba

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