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Average audio length:
39 minutes
English
United States
50 episodes
since Oct. 11, 2021
episodic
explicit content

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Jordan Katz is a trumpeter, musical director, podcast producer and bluegrass banjo picker in Los Angeles. He and Andy talk about gig life and the need to love either the gig or the music if you plan on enjoying a life in music. Jordan gets out his banjo, and Andy his fiddle, for a rendition of "Che…

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Multi-instrumentalist and vocalist, Brian Whelan, joins Andy to talk about his career in music, specifically as a recording session artist. Brian shares stories from his work with Dwight Yoakam, members of Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, and other notable studio session musicians, as well as tho…
In what order should you set up each element of your sound system? Setting up a full PA system for a band can be overwhelming if you don't know where to start. Follow these steps to utilize the assembly line process for your next gig. Follow on Instagram  @haveagreatgig and send in your own tips, t…
It's inevitable that a guest, audience member or client will compliment your performance on a gig. Fight the urge to offer excuses, apologize or feign humility. Simply say "Thanks!"  Follow on Instagram  @haveagreatgig and send in your own tips, tricks, questions and comments at haveagreatgig.com P…
We are in the field, recording  in Sun Valley, ID where Andy is joined by Adam & Zack Hall to discuss flying with instruments and other gear. Follow on Instagram  @haveagreatgig and send in your own tips, tricks, questions and comments at haveagreatgig.com Presented by Wood & Steel Live Mus…
As hired musicians we often take on MC duties in addition to audience banter and band introductions. Are you speaking slowly and clearly enough so that your audience can understand what you're saying? Andy and special guest, Smith Allen, discuss this topic then perform the Flatt & Scruggs class…
Most people are not musicians. They are more affected by the look of a band than their sound, and by putting a little more effort into this area, you can really up your game as a musician or a band leader. Remember, people hear what they see. Follow on Instagram  @haveagreatgig and send in your own…
Are you making a stop BEFORE you get to your gig? You'd be surprised how much this can help your gig when done with intention. Follow on Instagram  @haveagreatgig and send in your own tips, tricks, questions and comments at haveagreatgig.com Presented by Wood & Steel Live Music Co. California's…
A bite-sized podcast with tips and tricks for everyday gigging musicians, hosted by Andy Keathley in Los Angeles. Formerly GuitarCast with Andy Keathley. Follow on Instagram  @haveagreatgig and send in your own tips, tricks, questions and comments at haveagreatgig.com Presented by Wood & Steel …
Matt Axton is a songwriter in Los Angeles who performs original music along with the music of his father, country & folk hit songwriter and actor, Hoyt Axton.  We chat about growing up on tour with Hoyt Axton and the things he learned about life on the road. Matt's grandmother, Mae Axton, was a…
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