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First Paid Gig
I've done a bunch of open mics and been invited to do a 45 min set at a pool hall with a split of the door. It's a great first gig opportunity. Just wondering what songs people would suggest for a venue like this. I'm mostly a jack johnson, bob marley, coldplay type of guy but I can learn other stuff.
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Depends on the average age of the crowd but the bottom line is if it's mid to up tempo and it's been on the radio, typical bar customers will probably like it. With a 45 minute set, I'd stay away from more than one, MAYBE two slower songs, especially if you wanna be invited back.
When you're doing a typical bar gig as hired entertainment and you don't have a following, well known up tempo covers are the name of the game. The more fun people are having, the longer they stay, the more they drink, the more money the bar owner makes, the more tips the bartenders get, and the more the bar owner and employees want you back. Not to mention YOU'LL probably enjoy it more as the performer if everyone likes what they hear and are having a good time. Last edited by Play; 04-28-2015 at 01:11 PM. |
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Congrats on your first paid gig and good luck.
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Congrats and good luck! |
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Have to agree with the up tempo suggestion. Whenever I hear someone playing a "ballad", usually original, I turn my attention to the exit.
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Have fun! This was all good advice.
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people pay me NOT to play!
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Good advice above.
And if you want folks to smile, Buddy Holly tunes will do that every time regardless of the demographics. |
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Thanks for the great advice! Definitely have to agree with all of it. Even if I don't end up doing this gig, cause I've only got a month to prep, I'll start adding some more tunes to my set list so I can do more of these shows in the future.
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We usually do "Hurt" and "Simple man" in two, 50-55 minute sets. Usually well received but that's about it.
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Just remember that most audiences have no desire to be "educated" on good music. Play stuff they can sing along to and they'll be happy.
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