In this Gig Gab episode Dave & Paul discuss their recent gigs and the differences in sound quality from stage-to-stage. They then touch on the importance of communication and awareness among band members while performing. Your two favorite weekend warriors delve into the dynamics of being a musician in different areas and the struggle for fair compensation. Plus, they announce an upcoming interview with our friend Nick Chargin and share alternative ways to engage with fans. Stay tuned and always be performing! 00:00:00 – Introduction to Gig Gab, episode 388 00:00:25 – The Importance of Networking in the Music Industry 00:04:32 – Strategies for Effective Networking 00:09:01 – Leveraging Social Media for Networking Success 00:09:34 – Hackmatack: From Musical Theater to Farm Day Jubilee 00:12:29 – Building Relationships with Other Musicians 00:14:11 – Bitter Pill’s Improvisational Communication 00:15:56 – Finding Networking Opportunities in Your Local Music Scene 00:17:08 – The Power of Being Engaged and Infectious in Performance 00:20:12 – The Benefits of Collaborating with Other Musicians 00:21:02 – Sponsor: Capo from Super Mega Ultra Groovy 00:22:24 – Recording drum tracks for the next Fling EP 00:29:36 – Musicians Taking Free Gigs for Opportunities 00:31:26 – The Economics of Music Venues 00:34:13 – The Experience of Setting Up on the Floor vs. Stage 00:35:52 – Harnessing the Forces of Nature for Business Success 00:38:07 – Bob Lefsetz Letter 00:45:42 – Repetitive Social Media Strategy: The Act of Desperation 00:48:08 – Having a Conversation with Your Audience 00:48:45 – Conclusion and Wrap-Up of Gig Gab, episode 388 The post Attention is Performing – Gig Gab 388 appeared first on Gig Gab.