Re: [Harp-L] demos for gigs

["ChipComcast" <jandkday@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Record a live demo. Even though a clubowner rarely listens to it,
it is a better indication of your show.
PS. Just make sure there is a crowd when you record it!
PPSS. Never play for the door or %'s or sell tickets to play.
JD

----- Original Message ----- 
From: <ReidPlait@xxxxxxx>
To: <harp-l@xxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Tuesday, February 15, 2005 2:01 PM
Subject: [Harp-L] demos for gigs


> I have been part of bands and have gotten gigs here in NYC, here are a few
of
> my thoughts:
>
> -Clubs are often willing to take a chance on you, they will often give you
a
> gig blindly. Not always a paying gig, but they will give you a half hour
set
> or more.
>
> -my friend has a poorly produced demo, he gets regular gigs in the village
>
> -Demos are nice, but do they really show who you are ?  Bottom line is:
> 1. What do you sound like live?
> 2. What is your fan base?   How many of your people will come to your show
> night after night?, week after week?
> 3.  How many drinks will sell at your gig?
>
> I think demos showcase producing, writing, arranging etc, and are much
more
> important for things other than getting gigs in small clubs.
>
> Brian
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