niceguyhomer Posted October 28, 2007 Share Posted October 28, 2007 (edited) Just got home after doing a showcase at the British Legion in Leyland and what an ordeal - I'm knackered. Five acts turned up at 11.30 with all the gear under the sun, told that the first act has to go on at 12.30 after the hot pot - oh and by the way, did I mention that our band was last on at 3.30? No time for anyone to do a proper soundcheck either. Three solo artists and a three piece band (no drums) led the proceedings (25 mins each) - all with f. backing tapes and huge PAs (can't believe that we couldn't agree that only one PA should do everyone but there ya go). We just took our small PA and tops only - no bass bins and we had a hard time filling a big room with our sound...BUT at least we did get 'em up dancing. We got two bookings immediately after the show so it was probably worth it but what a nightmare. The only positive I can draw from the experience is it did actually help to reaffirm my heartfelt opinion that people who use backing tapes should be taken outside and flogged with a sh1tty stick. Bogus...totally f. bogus indeed. Ah well, life goes on - gotta go and cook Sunday dinner now. Edited October 28, 2007 by niceguyhomer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stingrayfan Posted October 28, 2007 Share Posted October 28, 2007 Sounds like Phoenix Nights. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean-Luc Pickguard Posted October 28, 2007 Share Posted October 28, 2007 [quote name='niceguyhomer' post='80509' date='Oct 28 2007, 05:34 PM']people who use backing tapes should be taken outside and flogged with a sh1tty stick. Bogus...totally f. bogus indeed.[/quote] It really p155es me off when 'buskers' in the local high street use a bigger PA than I've used on some gigs meaning you can't get away from their stangulated Celene Dion & Phil Collins karaoke. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickThomas Posted October 28, 2007 Share Posted October 28, 2007 Homer .. I think you need a holiday lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niceguyhomer Posted October 29, 2007 Author Share Posted October 29, 2007 You're absolutely right Nick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverfoxnik Posted October 29, 2007 Share Posted October 29, 2007 [quote name='niceguyhomer' post='80509' date='Oct 28 2007, 05:34 PM']Just got home after doing a showcase at the British Legion in Leyland and what an ordeal - I'm knackered. Five acts turned up at 11.30 with all the gear under the sun, told that the first act has to go on at 12.30 after the hot pot - oh and by the way, did I mention that our band was last on at 3.30? No time for anyone to do a proper soundcheck either. Three solo artists and a three piece band (no drums) led the proceedings (25 mins each) - all with f. backing tapes and huge PAs (can't believe that we couldn't agree that only one PA should do everyone but there ya go). We just took our small PA and tops only - no bass bins and we had a hard time filling a big room with our sound...BUT at least we did get 'em up dancing. We got two bookings immediately after the show so it was probably worth it but what a nightmare. The only positive I can draw from the experience is it did actually help to reaffirm my heartfelt opinion that people who use backing tapes should be taken outside and flogged with a sh1tty stick. Bogus...totally f. bogus indeed. Ah well, life goes on - gotta go and cook Sunday dinner now.[/quote] I think most of us have had similar experiences Al, so commisserations and also congratulations for getting something positive out of it! Definitely sounds a bit Phoenix Nights as Matt said... Am totally with you on the 'backing tapes' issue BTW!. As well as doling out said punishment there, someone should also shoot the booker/organiser at the British Legion.. How often have you heard that story where someone who knows nothing about musicians and equipment is given the job of booking and organising the entertainment, only to completely b***s it up! Nik Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MB1 Posted October 29, 2007 Share Posted October 29, 2007 MB1. Showcase Sunday?......this not the follow up to that Bangles tune? :blink.....Sorry! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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