The Well Stocked Merch Table - Things You Should Be Selling

POSTED BY TK on Aug 28 under Merch & Promotion

If you’re not selling merch at your shows you’re potentially missing out on a very good source of extra income. Even if it’s just one or two items to start with, have something for your old and new fans alike to purchase from you. Below is a list of items that bands I have been [...]

Review: Zoom H2 Handy Recorder

POSTED BY TK on Aug 26 under Gear - Reviews & How To's

I am a big proponent of recording your band’s rehearsals, even recording yourself while you’re solo practicing. Over the years I have used several different methods from the old boom box, to a tape deck plugged into the mixer to those little pocket voice recorders. Always looking for a solution that was affordable, convenient and [...]

How To Lose A Gig - Five Time Tested Ways

POSTED BY TK on Aug 22 under Gigs & Performance

It took months of bugging the manager or owner of the hottest music venue in town to let your band play there and you finally got the gig. You have an overwhelming sense of accomplishment. This date will look great on your website. All the pretty people go there. Now let’s look at the best [...]

What’s In Your Gig Bag?

POSTED BY TK on Aug 19 under Gigs & Performance

My gig bag is nearly as important as my instrument when it comes to doing a gig. The contents of my bag has changed over the years as items I once thought were so critical to have with me at all times eventually came out of the bag for lack of use and other items [...]

Getting the Most Out of Your Rehearsals

POSTED BY TK on Aug 18 under Rehearsal Tech

We’ve all had that feeling. You just spent two hours at rehearsal and don’t feel like anything was accomplished. It’s aggravating. Especially if you have grand plans for the band. Because face it, if a band can’t get their act together in the practice room, they’re never gonna get it together on stage. So below I’m offering some ideas on how to get the most