Next tip: stick around and make sure all the other bands see you in the front row or rocking out to their set. Also complement the other performers with a little simple “great set!” The first people to help market your band are the other bands you play with.

@chrismedina1478

4 жыл бұрын

Sadly no one ever understands this concept xD

@fischermusicofficial

4 жыл бұрын

My band made 200 dollars just from playing 5 songs because the band we went to see took a break and asked us to cover! And they weren’t the ones paying us the, some stranger in the crowd offered!

@Morningstar_Actual

4 жыл бұрын

THIS. Holy shit

@real_fjcalabrese

4 жыл бұрын

There's a picture of Kurt Cobain on stage wearing an L7 Smell the Magic t-shirt.

@mcbrodz1663

2 жыл бұрын

I do this anyway prior to being in a band

Great tips here. As a sufferer of tinnitus I strongly recommend people getting into the habit of always using hearing protection! Take plenty of ear plugs.

@PMTVUK

4 жыл бұрын

Great tip. -Lee

@chriscuthbertson

4 жыл бұрын

Yep.... always use protection ;)

@majav15mg

4 жыл бұрын

Chris Cuthbertson You mean ear condoms?

@adamalexanderray

4 жыл бұрын

Mario Xavier Morales Betancourt trust me, you don’t want hearing AIDS.

@majav15mg

4 жыл бұрын

Adam Ray So I use hearing aids to avoid hearing AIDS.

I wish I could visit this shop just to meet Dagan, he seems like such an entertaining and laid-back kind of guy.

Damn, I read that as "Tips for giggling guitarists"

@lukekline9513

4 жыл бұрын

Same, now what am I gonna do? *teehee*

Tip no: #6 This is absolutely key, I found out to my cost at my first ever gig, (thankfully a student night where I only did 2 songs), standing up is a LOT different to playing sitting down. I now encourage all the people who come to our open nights to learn the standing up. There are so many benefits to doing it.

@DSchea

3 жыл бұрын

There's so many "shredders" that do open mic nights by me that will sit in a chair and go all crazy and technical...but when they're onstage they look like they're just jamming in their bedroom. Gotta have some energy!

A good advice is also to clear the stage for the next band ASAP.

@stijnstrotmann

4 жыл бұрын

Yes!!

This was great. One thing that'll make a bands life really easy, put all the songs you do in a computer and print them out. Put next to each song s, m, f. That's slow, medium, fast. After you print them out, take some scissors and cut all the songs out, that way you can arrange them into sets. It's easy to stick a song Here pull a song from over there when they're all separate instead of scribbling all over a set list. Another really helpful tip is have the band practice at a quiet level, you always learn things faster when it's not at 11. And the first time you play new cover tunes, set a metronome to the speed the song should be and let it click through the PA. That may seem a little bit annoying, but then the band will always play the song at the right tempo and you probably only have to do that twice.

Great list. #14 is key. Worked with a drummer that would take full advantage of the free beer before a show. Drinking an drumming don’t mix. With bringing extra strings and cables, I’d add batteries, small tools, band aids, nail clippers. Anything can go wrong and luck favors the prepared.

@MrCheswickMusic

Жыл бұрын

Unless you're Keith Moon, in which case, fill ya boots ha ha

Great video! I would recommend wearing ear plugs because going deaf is not rock and roll and also start some kind of fitness regimen. You don’t have to look like a bodybuilder but rocking out takes a lot out of you and having the stamina will come in handy during and after the show😎

@Dennis_Karle

4 жыл бұрын

On stage never used ear protection, i found it too much of a risk of not hearing the others. Off stage and visiting concerts I always wear them.

@lt-yx1hx

4 жыл бұрын

@@Dennis_Karle you can buy those high fidelity earplugs

@dkerwood1

2 жыл бұрын

I played in a ton of bands in college but then took a decade off from gigging before getting back into it. I found out the hard way that my body took way more damage from a set as a 30-something than as a 20-something. Getting in shape is a legit tip.

@cameronporter1552

Жыл бұрын

Yeee

You smashed the gig, it went to time, you were great, no-one turned up..... Yeah we've all done gigs where nobody turned up.

One of the most stressful gigs I did was when my band didn't show up on time for set up and soundcheck. I organised the gig and told the guys when they had to be there. For some reason they didn't believe me and all turned up late. The sound guys was obviously really annoyed and disappeared for a while when we were supposed to be starting the gig. In hindsight I think the band thought I was overdoing it, but the venue actually told me when to get there and when to do soundcheck. So, check with the venue. They all have different ways of doing things. Oh, and last tip I'd add - if you're nervous and aren't feeling confident then try and keep it to yourself. That can spread through a band and eventually everyone is on edge.

@RamsHeadRepair

11 ай бұрын

Just had this happen to be with my band a few days ago… I can vouch for this guy when I say the stress is through the roof when you’re late to a gig you planned…

@doobie8425

9 ай бұрын

How did you get over the nervousness?

0:17 I didn't know Babish played bass

@zoeluna6934

4 жыл бұрын

lol

Another tip to add is: Travel light Meaning - don't bring too much gear to a gig. Stick to an amp suitable for the room (no Marshall stacks in pubs), stick to 1 guitar if possible (2 at the most) and keep the pedalboard to a minimum as much as you can. This ties into Dagan's tips for loading in/out. Trust me, you don't want to spend too much time setting up & breaking down. Also: depending on the gig and venue, don't feel compelled to bring your prized custom shop guitar to a gig, as damage and theft sometimes happen. Best to rely on a really good versatile mid-range guitar (not a beginner instrument) that won't cause you to lose sleep if something happened to it at a gig.

Here's a couple extra tips: 1. Make your rig as easy as possible to pack up. One sub-tip is to mount an isolated power strip to your pedalboard, if you have multiple power supplies (let's say you're using a looper or a multieffect and some separate pedals), so you can leave those power supplies plugged into that one strip and only take up one power socket at the venue. 2. Bring spares of the little things your bandmates use, not just yourself. I've saved gigs by having spare drumsticks, a 9-volt battery for the bass preamp, and a couple of microphone cables laying around in my rig case.

Dagan's got the whole band's hair!

@clouds7705

Жыл бұрын

💀

Great list! I think I would add ... assuming your set list calls for it ... have THE best vocals possible. This year everyone in our group agreed that everyone would sing. Guess what ... now we're doing 3 and 4 - way harmonies that really set us apart! Top priority is each individual's main instrument. Tied for first? KILLER vocals.

I think I met this dude when I bought a guitar in Newcastle in the spring. Nice bloke and it’s a great shop.

Biggest one I can think of, especially if you’re in a pub cover band: be prepared to play songs you don’t like and play the songs the crowd can sing to. Chasing Cars by Snow Patrol is the most boring song to play but crowds love it. So while you might want to play the most obscure songs only your band has heard of, as shit as you might think he is, the crowd wants Ed Sheeran.

What band do you play for? It looks like a fun show 😊

@Liquidmetal6661

4 жыл бұрын

He plays with another colleague from PMT (I think) in a band called The Re-Issues based in Newcastle. Cracking live band too might I add!

@PMTVUK

4 жыл бұрын

@@Liquidmetal6661 Indeed! A great live act.

@stephanematis

4 жыл бұрын

Search KZread for The Re-Issues and lets give them some love for their "Lockdown Sessions" : kzread.info/dron/fko8fU2Y-mjcV-3FrgXjVA.html

In the words of my old co-guitarist Louis L when talking to a Pub owner. "What? two hours to fill? No Problem, four songs".

I like your band and your SG guitar is awesome !!!!

@tabithastew9850

4 жыл бұрын

i got an 07 sg and i love it. bought it used and it plays like a dream, and holds tune very well. fixed bridge, no tail piece whammy.

Good advice. Well done to Dagan and everyone involved in making the video.

How about "no high volume noodling before the set starts". Maybe it's me but warming up with no volume is way better than noodles on full volume. Confusing to crowd and band. Be quiet! I think the first note the crowd hears should be the first note of the first song.

Please make sure your gear is in good working order. Back in '96 L7 played Club Paragon in Tucson, AZ USA. L7 draws overly enthusiastic crowds in Tucson. The opening band didn't check their cables, and their set was a debacle. There were DJs, club owners and managers in the audience. There was also an A&R man there as well. You have one chance to make a first impression, and .....

this is the best video you guys have ever done! thankyou so much for this.

Wow such great tips! Best band advice vid I’ve see yet. Thanks and God bless!

Smart advice! Been following these tips for 55yrs and most always have a Great Show! HATE DRUNKS ON STAGE!!

this is really really excellent advice! gigging in pub bands can be hard work - following these tips will make your life a lot easier

Great tips, thank you so much. Those were all right on the button.

The first two tips are great because they are good for everything! Be on time and be nice! Interesting vidio. Bring spares is a great bone too because other people in the band might need to use them too even if you don't!

Extremely sensible advice buddy.bloody brilliant

Nice one 😊 I know most of the sound guys in my local area so I'm ok on that front at least. I tend to pop in and say hello before starting either way. Good advice, keep it coming!!!

Great video brother! Thank you.

Your #14 is #1 for me haha. Made a fool of myself too many times having a couple pops before the set

Great tips.mate!

THAT'S A BEAUTIFUL SG

Ooh i love a little drinky before and during. Loves it. 😆 cheers, Dagan!

Always committed and having fun with it, what’s to hate Bonny lad.

Wow!!!!!!!Thanks a lot man really helped me....

Great video!

"don't over-solo" Fuck that! Imma keep it rocking till the janitor has to sweep around me! Maybe this is why I'm not in a band...

On my drive to the show I would always tell myself that nobody would attend and the gig wouldn’t be that great, Boy! Whenever there was a full parking lot and the gig was awesome it was always a nice surprise.

Good information and advice. Me myself been trying to build confidence playing in public is a big issue of mine. I remember going to a open mic night years ago and had to wait till late on for the opportunity of getting on stage I had a couple of drinks waiting and watching other musicians play beforehand. Yes bad move I felt on my behalf at time as I couldn't look at anybody in there eyes and under pressure with own confidence made a 5 mins seem eternal. Yes I made a thousand and one mistakes I felt at the time but those that think it's easy to leave the comfort of one's surroundings is a big lesson to learn. So been busking more regularly to address this problem. One big point I must mention that wasn't mentioned is egotistical issues a lot of musicians do this some people I know have really nice guitars or a collection but no proper techniques playing the same tune or piece over decades. And they don't know music terminology due to lazyness I seem to be teaching basics skills repeatedly over the years to some people expecially soloing and it seems frustrating as the penny never drops on many occasions. Anyway enough of my little rant on some of my friends and a big thanks on the video 👌👍😜

All Excellent Advice

6:53 the face of a man speaking from trauma

Good advice Thanks

Newcastle looks ace , you have great bands up there, I have seen some cool tribute bands from up there like higher on maiden and Bon jovi forever, what a cool place

Good stuff!

Don't put drinks on your amps. If you are sharing a backline this applies even more. And don't let anyone from the audience touch your gear. For us bassists...if you have active pickups, bring more than a spare, just in case the replacement battery is defective.

This are good tips

Don’t forget stuff like plasters, superglue, vocalzones, bandages and paracetamol. All stuff that may not seem important that can really help get you out of a fix. Spares like guitar straps, batteries and at least a couple spare sets of strings. Batteries, sellotape gaffer tape and so on. Don’t drink (or any other mind altering stuff) before playing the gig.

And a huge tip for gigging drummers: NEVER disassemble your drums on stage. Take them off the stage while still intact and break them down on the side or backstage. Tearing them down onstage will piss off the next band, especially the drummer.

Thanks ☺

Great tips. Same goes for the sessions with amps being turned up. Guilty!! Lol thanks dagan

Wish I could find a band that needed a lead guitarist. I’ve been playing for 25 years. I play Rock/metal/ hard rock/. I’d loooove to play for a live crowd

@stevec6427

3 жыл бұрын

Switch to bass and you'll suddenly be in demand. Guitarists are really easy to get, there's loads of them around. Good bassists and drummers are hard to find. Playing bass well is just as much a skill as playing guitar well.

@frankroquemore4946

2 жыл бұрын

Go talk to people at open mics. It’s easy to just make friends there. Get in on as many jam sessions as possible. If you’re actually good, the local music community will want to pass you around. Then you can find a place to land

I always mark every bit of gear (with stickers for ex.) This way I can easily identify my "black cables" or other equipment from the stuff from the house or the other bands...

Wise words sir.

Thanks dagan

Thank you Russel Brand

And when you know to amp/pedal set-up etc. Learn everything about the other amps and drum kit. It takes me a few seconds to help the drummer to set up the cymbal stands so he doesn't have to walk around the kit on a small stage all the time. Use a light kind of tape at the back of your amp so you can connect the effects loop or speaker cable in the dark.

I'm 12 at the moment and I bought an ibanez jemjr and this is one of the best shops I've been in.

@august5048

4 жыл бұрын

Nice

I just wanna play at an open mic lol maybe someday I’ll get the courage too.

@amberroper1320

4 жыл бұрын

Do it ... the worst that happens is people don't like your sound. OR .... people do

@XshakeninjaX

4 жыл бұрын

Go for it! Its fun to do.

@PMTVUK

4 жыл бұрын

Do it! We believe in you. -Lee

@IgnorancEnArrogance

4 жыл бұрын

Maybe try busking at a fair or street corner to build up courage. It can sometimes be liberating to just play what you want without obsessing over who is watching, because it's just random people all the time with random faces passing by.

@ScifiSiShredaholic

4 жыл бұрын

Sounds like a joke, but it was actually doing karaoke with friends that helped me get over my nerves! That and realising that everyone starts out bad and the only ones who get good are the ones that keep working at it :)

i have to show this to my bandmate

I made it work cause I … didn’t care! Haha brilliant! Great video

all good tips...learning how to roll your cables will also extend their life... another tip...always confirm that the gig is still on if you don't see anything advertised on the website, facebook page, etc...nothing worse than showing up to gig and finding out they double-booked the gig, or never put you on the calendar...

Excellent tips. May I add one or two? Along with business cards, have your diary with you. Ideally only one member of the band runs the diary. If two of you keep diaries, expect double-bookings. I keep a small one in my back pocket all the time (not just at gigs; you never know when you'll snag a booking). After the gig, go to the organiser/pub landlord and without nagging them while they're busy, ask them to get their diary. If you've gone down well enough for them to give you two or three gigs for next year, it's in their interests to book you there and then (try to up the price too, of course!). Another: depending on the stage layout, protect yourself from drunken dancers by playing with your headstock pointing out beyond your mic stand. Better that they get prodded in the back, than you get a mic in your teeth. Guitar straps: this is a matter of personal preference. I use wide, plain leather straps with a rough texture, so there's plenty of area to spread the weight of a guitar for a couple of hours, plus a bit of friction preventing the guitar slipping around. Punters offering to help pack up: tempting though this may be, these well-meaning folk will just be in the way, and they always wrap cables wrong, so I politely decline their offers of help. Before the gig: if possible and appropriate, banter with the punters (e.g. "I hope those are dancing shoes, missus, 'cause you'll be needing them tonight."), goes a long way to setting the scene for a good gig. Language: never, ever, use bad language when gigging. It doesn't look cool and no one notices if you don't swear, so keep it clean. That's my advice. In between songs: no noodling. If you're a drummer: never, ever, touch the controls on my amp. Just saying.

Dagan gets hate? These videos have the most positive comments I've ever seen. Good video

When you mentioned the drinking part, I could see the guilty memories in your eyes.

You gig with babish? Cool!

i just wanted to see dagan live play

On time, in tune. This is your Mantra

How does this guy only have 130k subscribers

Lol! That was Ace!

If you turn up to a Metal gig with a traditional 3 single coil pup setup on your guitar, do they laugh at you?

this was posted on my birthday !!!!!!!!!!

“Don’t get drunk before hand” Cliff burton - give me my beer

@GavinsRiffs

3 жыл бұрын

Yes🤣

One thing I was told, keep sound check simple. Don't try and play like Steve Via and your band plays punk. Play how you'll sound during your set. It'll help the sound person get you the right level. Plus try and use all your effects to ensure they're all leveled right, so you don't blow the sound man out, or can't hear yourself.

Didn't know Bill Burr had a band

@rainbowslushy223

4 жыл бұрын

He is a drummer tbf lol

@tabithastew9850

4 жыл бұрын

lol...i thought dude looked like bill too.

"practice guitar standing up!" Me: **doesn't have a strap cause I insisted that I didn't need one when buying a guitar**

The band im in does bar gigs and we play from around 8 till close 12 or 1 am depending on the location. But i couldn’t imagine only having a 45 min set..

5:18 SCHECTER SYN GATES 😍

Waiting to get drunk until after your is probably the best tip 😂 make sure you finished packing your gear too

Play wot u want, when you want and how you want!

another great tip is to NEVER adjust your instruments on board volume control during a song, once i was playing the first song of a gig and i thought my bass was way too loud so i decided to adjust the volume and ended up turning it all the way down to 0! i felt quite stupid after that one......

Turn up on time for line/sound check.

Don’t be afraid to look stupid is a good one. That ones for me

Another ip is to have someone you know record the performance for review to see if any mistakes were made to avoid for next time I myself would be wearing champagne sin glasses regarding past performances until I saw a vid and went OMG I did that eeeaaassshhh!!!!!

Great tips for a 15 year old like me

Get paid!

Good tips, especially #5. I'm a guitarist, and nothing bores me more watching another band play than a 10 minute version of a song with 8 and half minutes of guitar wanking.

Tip#1 Be Punktual

If you can have your own soundman, that's the way to go. It sucks being at the mercy of someone who is most likely incompetent.

Dont snort heroin and cocaine mixed together before your set.

@gavinmatt6624

3 жыл бұрын

is it ok to do after my set?

Hey guys I’m a guitar player who is in a band and looking for advice on movement on stage and how not to look boring

👊🏻👊🏻👊🏻🤘🤘🤘

how good should someone be to start giging?

I wish these videos had less common sense tips and more technical info so I don't look like such a noob in front of sound people and other musicians. I'm better now, but I'd still like to learn more in that respect

I see that keywork tattoo

@TylerSampson51

3 жыл бұрын

And Dragonfly... My man.

These tips sound like they should be unspoken rules of gigging. Great tips, but if people don't know at least half of these already or at least have a clue, they really shouldn't be gigging lol

Is a Jackson king v js32t ferrari red a good buy?

@emck7225

4 жыл бұрын

All of the js series are good.

@rattlehead7281

2 жыл бұрын

Yes