Live Music Is Not Dead
Around the pubs and clubs in the United Kingdom (UK) there are still many performers playing for only several pounds to demanding audiencess who at the same time request Chuck Berry and the Arctic Monkeys. Keeping all these divergent individuals in the audiences happy is never simple, but not impossible either. With good stage craft and clever of tunes at a particular Club, a good performer may make anybody at all happy.
The organization of these bands is extraordinary. They must find like minded artists that are committed. Then they must find somewhere to practice. This isn’t easy as the majority can’t do this at home. If you’re fortunate to have a house ample enough, it is un like ly you might get round the neighbours, as it is so loud! It can’t be turned down as everything must be as loud as the drums. A performer oftentimes hires a room to practice, at great fee to themselves.
A band must also invest literally thousands on equipment. PA, lighting, guitars, drums etc.
The next hurdle is transport. For some reason the majority drummers cannot drive! Cars are ofttimes inadequate as you would need a fleet of about 5 for your gig, surprisingly expensive on the fuel, and impractical. Most artists have to hire or buy a van, again at wonderful fee to themselves.
When they have finally rehearsed all there material over weeks or months, they’re ready to performance live. It’s an exhilarating day, one of wonder, excitement and slight fear. You turn up to the Venue to find one man and his dog. And that man is uncommonly drunk, wants to be your manager, and giving you all the benefit of his ‘wisdom’ in the music game! The landlord is furthermore drunk, and you cannot work out if he likes you or not.
You get poorly paid, if you get paid at all, and return home again and again out of pocket.
Still the real rock heroes come back for more. They find the best Venues, secure a reputation, and performance at some great places. Sure they still have bad shows, but the wonderful ones make up for it. They make it look so easy, but it isn’t. One such band can be seen at http – //www.thehalfmonty.tk
The Half Monty have had there share of ups and downs. They have been ripped of at shows, played in the most dodgy Venues, and heckled to death. But they’re still here, bigger and better than ever having learnt from their early days.
So recall, when you see a Regional band advertised at a pub or venue, go see them and guide them. It is not easy for the lads and lasses. Perhaps buy them a beer after the show if you really enjoyed it. , for these are the true heroes of rock.