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Support Your Scene: The Benefits Of Participating In Your Local Music Scene Posted: 19 Apr 2018 06:15 PM PDT “Support your local music scene!” Whether you’re in a band, work for or own a venue, are in the business of promoting, or are content with simply supporting your favorite artists and musicians, you’ve probably heard the above admonition at least once in your life. And yes, supporting your local music scene is important. Even still, in 2018! Actually, it’s not just important—it’s essential. For bands, fans, and the community as a whole. And there are so many benefits for everyone involved—not just those hosting/booking/promoting or playing the shows. Below, we’ll examine some important reasons you should Get To The Gig today, and how you can benefit from doing just that. Networking Opportunities Galore As a band member, attending local shows (and not just the ones you’re playing) can have a great impact on furthering your connections within the scene. Maybe there’s a specific band you’re looking to play with or venue you want to get on a show at. It’s much easier to do this when you have a connection who’s already successfully done it. Or, maybe they haven’t done it themselves, but they have a connection who has and can help you facilitate. Whatever the case may be, networking is just as important for success in the music industry as it is in other industries. And if you’re not in a band, you can still benefit from meeting new people. You never know where your connections could lead you, so it’s important to make as many as you can—no matter what industry you’re in. Local Scenes Bring Communities Together After all, music is for everyone. And without the arts, where would our communities be? Where would they gather? The local music scene provides so much more than just entertainment. It gives people a place to go. Something to do. They get to feel a part of something that’s larger than themselves. They realize there are others out there who find beauty, power, and inspiration in the same things they do. And as a result, their lives can be positively impacted. You see—as much as it is about the music—it’s also about so much more. But you have to play an active role in supporting your local music scene and community if you want to experience these things for yourself. After all, how do you think it looks when you’re in a local band and expect people to support you, but don’t show up for anyone else? Not great. Stop making excuses and just do it. You’ll be glad you did. Promise! For the Fun of It Going to local shows is FUN. Plain and simple. Still, some of the bands are going to suck. They might be new to the game and not yet know how to avoid things like breaking guitar strings, and it could result in the seemingly most awkward 5 minutes of your life. But the truth, as we all know, is that no one’s perfect. Even The Grateful Dead had technical difficulties on stage. (And at Woodstock—no less!) No matter how perfect the night is (or isn’t) in the end, it’s almost always guaranteed to be a fun experience. And if not, it’ll be a memorable one, which you can hopefully look back on and laugh at in time. And if you don’t have friends who are into the same music as you are? Don’t feel weird about going to the show alone. You shouldn’t let anything stop you from supporting the artists and bands that you love and showing up for your community. In the end, all you’ll regret are the experiences you missed out on. Some Final Thoughts Going to local shows is a great way to reignite your passion for music. You can make connections and meet new people, gain ideas and inspiration, and have a great time doing it. If you’ve ever played a show for the sound guy, you know it can be discouraging putting time, effort, and money into something and feeling like you may never see any positive returns. When you feel discouraged, though, instead of isolating yourself from the scene and ignoring local happenings until your next show, you should do the exact opposite and get out to one. Sure, every show you attend isn’t going to be perfect. In fact, most of them won’t even come close. But they will be inspiring, fun, and rewarding. And all you have to do is show up. This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
Power Chord: 4 Equipment Essentials Every Electric Guitarist Needs Posted: 19 Apr 2018 06:02 PM PDT Playing the electric guitar can be a lot of fun for many reasons. It can help you perform some of your favorite tunes in the world. It can even help you write a few incredible songs you can call your own. If you want to take complete advantage of your guitar proficiency, though, you need to make sure to invest in these four vital pieces of equipment. Guitar TunerNo electric guitar session can last too long without a tuner. The absence of a tuner can make playing notes correctly a much tougher task. If you want to be able to enhance your skills greatly, a guitar tuner can offer you invaluable ear training advantages. Investing in a digital tuner can make managing your tuning needs simple and fast. Guitar StrapIf you want to optimize your electric guitar playing sessions, you should think about getting your hands on a guitar strap. Players tend to benefit from learning when they’re seated rather than standing up. The majority of individuals who play the electric guitar do so while they’re standing, however. It’s essential to purchase a strap that’s sturdy and dependable. Straps that are of poor quality are often excessively short and prone to quick deterioration. Extension CordThere are all sorts of practical components that are suitable for the guitarists of the world. If you’re an electric guitar player who wants to be able to thrive during outdoor musical performances, you should consider buying a power cord extension today. The use of an extension cord can make handling outdoor concerts and beyond a lot easier and more convenient for guitarists. AmplifierAcoustic and electric guitars are in no way the same. If you want to manage your electric guitar’s amplification requirements, you need an outside component, period. That component is an amplifier. You can begin by buying a compact one. Once you hone your talents, you can consider purchasing a bigger and more impressive option. Consider purchasing an amplifier that’s equipped with a headphones socket. This will enable you to rehearse quietly regardless of the exact time. If the thought of playing the electric guitar fills you with joy, you need to make sure that you gather all of the right pieces of equipment beforehand. Be careful and thorough. Look into all of your choices in stands, audio cables, picks and even effects pedals. Use of top-quality equipment can help strengthen your experience as a player. This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
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