Cover Band Central Podcast

We've all been there. Something that completely humiliates you happens under the lights in front of many gazing eyes. Even the best of them have had an embarrassing moment on stage. This episode, we'll scroll through some of the events you were kind enough to admit. Available Now! A new micro-course ebook that helps you with promoting yourself on social media so that you get more people to your shows, and ultimately make more money. Get yours here - https://cbcentral.samcart.com/products/get-em-to-the-show/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Like it or not, social media like Facebook, Instagram, and now Threads are an important part of the game in maintaining a working band. The most successful cover bands and artists of today have a presence on all of the major platforms...and provide content on a regular basis. Some of the older generation are reluctant to participate, but it's not going away any time soon. Subscribe to the Cover Band Central YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/coverbandcentral Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Any long time musician knows that in order to persevere, you need to constantly be practicing, studying, and improving. Ask any player if they've gotten as good as they can get, and most times they will answer "No." Being aware of this fact is important if you want to get work and make good money. Subscribe to the Cover Band Central YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/coverbandcentral Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People make lists all of the time. Shopping lists, rankings, to-do lists, etc. But the importance of lists for musicians cannot be overstated. Being organized is primary for your success as a band or individual player. Steve and Tony discuss this...and much more! Subscribe to the Cover Band Central YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/coverbandcentral Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

200 hours. That's how much content we've provided with the Cover Band Central podcast. For this celebratory episode, we've brought in special guests who have been a huge part of the Cover Band Central journey from nearly the beginning. This round table discussion is full of memories, wisdom, tips, and laughs. Joining us on this episode are: Jeff Yonker aka Chonk - Silent Bark/Robots Attack/Website guru Dan Ray - The Clanky Lincolns/The New Strange/Cover Band Confidential Podcast Mike Shulte - The Pork Tornadoes/Confused Breakfast Podcast Check out the Cover Band Central YouTube channel and subscribe at www.youtube.com/coverbandcentral Get yourself some beautiful fine art designed exclusively for Cover Band Central at www.coverbandcentral.com/art Sign up for a free profile for you, your band, or both at www.coverbandcentral.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It takes a lot of work to manage a band. You need focus, organizational skills, ability to delegate, diplomacy, motivation, and many other traits to be successful. Bands can get away with less, but the most successful ones have someone in charge that knows what they're doing. Subscribe to the Cover Band Central YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/coverbandcentral Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

9 years ago today we had a clever idea of creating a home for musicians all over the world who play covers. Thus...the Cover Band Central Facebook Page was created. Now it has over 670,000 followers, and is on track to a million by early next year. Steve and Tony talk about the history and intention of CBC, and what the future holds. Subscribe to the Cover Band Central YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/coverbandcentral Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You've likely heard the phrase "Dress for the job you want, not the job you have." That advice can be taken literally in the general workforce to better your chances of moving up the corporate ladder, but it's also a metaphor that attempts to motivate you to strive for more, and to do it in the present. It means—act as if you are in the place or position that you prefer even before you get there. This nugget of wisdom can also be applied to your musical life and goals. Using visualization and action steps, you can and "should" play for the gig you want, regardless of where you are in your journey. Steve and Tony discuss this and much more in this week's episode. Subscribe to the Cover Band Central YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/coverbandcentral Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This podcast focuses on musicians and all that comes along with playing covers—either for fun or work. This week, Steve and Tony explore the other perspective...the cover band fan. What makes a person become a fan of a particular cover band, and what gets them coming back to shows and telling other people about them? The question was asked on the Cover Band Central Facebook Page (www.facebook.com/coverbandcentral), and there were many responses! Subscribe to the Cover Band Central YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/coverbandcentral Create a free profile for you, your band, or both at www.coverbandcentral.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Some of us in the cover band scene have been at this for years—even decades. If we had an opportunity to do it all over again, what are some things we would change? More importantly, though, what advice can we give to younger musicians with our wealth of experience? Steve and Tony give their answers in this episode, as well as field comments from the live viewers. They also scroll through the post that was recently put up in the Cover Band Central Facebook Group (www.facebook.com/groups/coverbandcentral) Subscribe to the Cover Band Central YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/coverbandcentral Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are two schools of thought with cover band performances. The first is that it's a show, and there is a separation between the band and the crowd. In other words, the fourth wall remains up and there is little to no interaction between the two. The second is that the people in attendance are actually part of the show...where requests are taken and there is banter back and forth. On this episode, Steve and Tony discuss the differences and the benefits with each method. Subscribe to the Cover Band Central YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/coverbandcentral Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve and Tony are back and stoked to be a part of Pantheon Podcasts! This week the guys explain the transition, and delve deep into Steve's crazy six weekend gigs in three days during Mardi Gras in New Orleans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our guest today is Guitar World tech editor and guitarist Paul Riario. Paul has been with the popular musician magazine for over 25 years. He also has been playing on the music scene for decades, with his latest project Super Trans AM commanding huge audiences. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In olden days, we used to have to design and print flyers, post them in the venue or places around town, curate a mailing list, send those flyers out to people who like us and hope that they come to the next show. Nowadays with the internet and social media, it is FAR easier and cheaper to advertise your upcoming gigs...yet a lot of people still don't have a grasp on how to effectively do this. Cover Band Central is holding an exclusive upcoming event to show you the tricks of the trade that have been successful for bands and musicians. Go to this link to reserve your spot - https://fb.me/e/2CACTuc42 Subscribe to the Cover Band Central YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/coverbandcentral Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Being a musician—especially in a band—isn't just about being good at your craft. More of the experience is about your relationships with others. You meet new people all of the time, and some become your friends, business associates, or even romantic partners. Over time, you find that these personal relationships become much more important than just playing music.Subscribe to the Cover Band Central YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/coverbandcentral Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you've been playing music for any length of time, you know that there are many ups and downs. Sometimes you're playing to a full house, and sometimes it's just the staff and a couple of friends in the audience. Either way, it's always important to give it your all.Enter the Hercules Giveaway Contest to win a 5-PC Guitar Rack at www.coverbandcentral.com/contestSubscribe to the Cover Band Central YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/coverbandcentral Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Playing in a band can often lend itself to being exposed to various legal and illegal substances. There are many stories of overuse by famous artists, at times leading to their demise. In the cover band world, there is no shortage of opportunities to indulge in substance usage, but it can be a slippery slope. Steve and Tony discuss this topic today, and comment on your stories.Subscribe to the Cover Band Central YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/coverbandcentral Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lots of great topics in the Cover Band Central Facebook Group lately, so Steve and Tony will scroll through and discuss what's being discussed. If you're not part of it, join here - www.facebook.com/groups/coverbandcentralThere's still time to enter the Hercules Giveaway Contest where you can win a Smartphone Holder! Enter for free at www.coverbandcentral.com/contestSubscribe to the Cover Band Central YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/coverbandcentral Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How close should you try to get to replicating the original recording when playing covers? Should you dig deep down tot the most minute details, or scrap that idea and just make it your own? Steve and Tony discuss this and much more...You could win a Hercules Smartphone Holder! Go to www.coverbandcentral.com/contest to enterSubscribe to the Cover Band Central YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/coverbandcentral Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When a band changes even just one member, the whole dynamic changes. It can be a challenging situation for both the band and the new member, and it just so happens that Steve experienced that this past weekend. Steve and Tony will discuss this...and much more!Enter to win a Hercules Smartphone holder! Go to www.coverbandcentral.com/contest to enter!Subscribe to the Cover Band Central YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/coverbandcentral Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices