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Four-Walling Connections With Your Audience
Podcast |
Gig Gab - The Working Musicians' Podcast
Publisher |
BackBeat Media
Media Type |
audio
Podknife tags |
Business, 
Careers, 
Music
Categories Via RSS |
Arts, 
Business, 
Careers, 
Music, 
Performing Arts
Publication Date |
Jan 22, 2024
Episode Duration |
01:20:56
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In this week’s Gig Gab episode 413, guest co-host Billy Butler joins Dave Hamilton to dive deep into the nuances of live performance and band dynamics. They kick off with a robust discussion on ‘four-walling’ a show, emphasizing the importance of asking “Why would people want to come and see […]

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In this week’s Gig Gab episode 413, guest co-host Billy Butler joins Dave Hamilton to dive deep into the nuances of live performance and band dynamics. They kick off with a robust discussion on ‘four-walling’ a show, emphasizing the importance of asking “Why would people want to come and see your band?” Drawing from examples like The Dead South, Gay Bride of Frankenstein, and lessons from Samuel Beckett, they stress the significance of understanding audience appeal. The conversation pivots to the challenges of keeping an original band together, highlighting the crucial role of connecting with your audience and the art of being in the moment. The latter half of the podcast begins with a dive into the creative process behind Bitter Pill’s recent writing sessions, with mentions of inspirations like Betty Hutton’s “Murder, He Says” and the iconic Tom Waits. Billy and Dave then shift gears to practical advice, offering valuable lighting tips for live performances, including the strategic use of projectors and the effectiveness of a light at a 45-degree angle in front of the performer. They conclude with a powerful message: “Don’t Stop. Don’t Let Anyone Tell You ‘You Can’t’,” embodying the show’s catchphrase “Always Be(er) Performing”. This episode is a treasure trove of insights for musicians and performers aiming to elevate their stage presence and connect more deeply with their audiences. 00:00:00 Gig Gab 413 – Monday, January 22nd, 2024 00:02:04 Status Updates on Reddit 00:04:58 Four–walling a show The Dead South Gay Bride of Frankenstein * Samuel Beckett “Try Again. Fail Again. Fail Better Lollapalooza Ask “Why… Would people want to come and see your band?” 32:25 SPONSOR: Green Chef makes eating well easy with plans to fit every lifestyle. Go to GreenChef.com/60giggab and use code 60giggab to get 60% off, plus 20% off your next two months. 00:34:19 Keeping an original band together Connecting With Your Audience Be In The Moment 00:49:30 Bitter Pill Writing Sessions Betty Hutton – Murder, He Says Tom Waits 00:58:48 Lighting Tips Projectors Light number 1: In front of performer at 45-degree angle 01:10:21 Don’t Stop. Don’t Let Anyone Tell You “You Can’t” 01:14:54 Gig Gab 413 Outtro Bitter Pill the band Billy Butler on Facebook Contact Us! feedback@giggabpodcast.com Sign Up for the Gig Gab Mailing List
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In this week’s Gig Gab episode 413, guest co-host Billy Butler joins Dave Hamilton to dive deep into the nuances of live performance and band dynamics. They kick off with a robust discussion on ‘four-walling’ a show, emphasizing the importance of asking “Why would people want to come and see your band?” Drawing from examples like The Dead South, Gay Bride of Frankenstein, and lessons from Samuel Beckett, they stress the significance of understanding audience appeal. The conversation pivots to the challenges of keeping an original band together, highlighting the crucial role of connecting with your audience and the art of being in the moment.

The latter half of the podcast begins with a dive into the creative process behind Bitter Pill’s recent writing sessions, with mentions of inspirations like Betty Hutton’s “Murder, He Says” and the iconic Tom Waits. Billy and Dave then shift gears to practical advice, offering valuable lighting tips for live performances, including the strategic use of projectors and the effectiveness of a light at a 45-degree angle in front of the performer.

They conclude with a powerful message: “Don’t Stop. Don’t Let Anyone Tell You ‘You Can’t’,” embodying the show’s catchphrase “Always Be(er) Performing”. This episode is a treasure trove of insights for musicians and performers aiming to elevate their stage presence and connect more deeply with their audiences.

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