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First to Eleven is perhaps the single most ambitious and prolific cover band in the country. Their YouTube channel boasts hundreds of high-quality videos with a new clip posted every week. Just ahead of the band heading out on tour, we'll have
This past weekend, Steve went to see Geoff Tate (lead singer of Queensryche), and noticed that there were no amps on stage. The topic of IEMs and backing tracks comes up often in the Cover Band Central Group, so Steve and Tony weigh in on this
One of the biggest challenges for musicians is knowing how to manage the confusing landscape of social media. Steve has written the blueprint for building your online audience and reaching the people who will actually support you and come see y
The Cover Band Central Facebook Group is the most active and vibrant community of musicians on the internet. This episode, Steve and Tony check in on what people are posting and talking about, and add their own unique thoughts.Join the Group a
Since American Idol debuted in 2002, music contest shows have become ubiquitous. In most cases, singers (and sometimes bands) vie in a competition to achieve stardom. Most don't see anything beyond a few minutes of screen time (if they even get
Nobody's perfect. Yes, that is a cliche', but when it comes to being a musician, it's important to remember this. From the kid jamming in his bedroom, to the multi-platinum rock stars, everyone makes mistakes, struggles with confidence, and som
We all love getting a shiny new piece of musical equipment. The old joke is that if you get new gear, you'll improve at your craft. But is there any truth to this? Steve and Tony explore this topic, along with anything else that comes up.Get t
After an extended leave, Steve and Tony are back to talk about all that's going on in the world of cover bands and musicians! They'll recap what's been going on in their respective careers since the last episode, and discuss random topics that
Whether we are intentional or not, we as musicians are always learning and teaching. We absorb what happens when we play with others, and many of us give our advice joyfully to other players.Some of us though, who are looking to excel at what
We've all been there. Something that completely humiliates you happens under the lights in front of many gazing eyes. Even the best of them have had an embarrassing moment on stage. This episode, we'll scroll through some of the events you were
Like it or not, social media like Facebook, Instagram, and now Threads are an important part of the game in maintaining a working band. The most successful cover bands and artists of today have a presence on all of the major platforms...and pro
Any long time musician knows that in order to persevere, you need to constantly be practicing, studying, and improving. Ask any player if they've gotten as good as they can get, and most times they will answer "No." Being aware of this fact is
People make lists all of the time. Shopping lists, rankings, to-do lists, etc. But the importance of lists for musicians cannot be overstated. Being organized is primary for your success as a band or individual player. Steve and Tony discuss th
200 hours. That's how much content we've provided with the Cover Band Central podcast.For this celebratory episode, we've brought in special guests who have been a huge part of the Cover Band Central journey from nearly the beginning. This rou
It takes a lot of work to manage a band. You need focus, organizational skills, ability to delegate, diplomacy, motivation, and many other traits to be successful. Bands can get away with less, but the most successful ones have someone in charg
9 years ago today we had a clever idea of creating a home for musicians all over the world who play covers. Thus...the Cover Band Central Facebook Page was created. Now it has over 670,000 followers, and is on track to a million by early next y
You've likely heard the phrase "Dress for the job you want, not the job you have." That advice can be taken literally in the general workforce to better your chances of moving up the corporate ladder, but it's also a metaphor that attempts to m
This podcast focuses on musicians and all that comes along with playing covers—either for fun or work. This week, Steve and Tony explore the other perspective...the cover band fan. What makes a person become a fan of a particular cover band, an
Some of us in the cover band scene have been at this for years—even decades. If we had an opportunity to do it all over again, what are some things we would change? More importantly, though, what advice can we give to younger musicians with our
There are two schools of thought with cover band performances. The first is that it's a show, and there is a separation between the band and the crowd. In other words, the fourth wall remains up and there is little to no interaction between the
Steve and Tony are back and stoked to be a part of Pantheon Podcasts!This week the guys explain the transition, and delve deep into Steve's crazy six weekend gigs in three days during Mardi Gras in New Orleans.Learn more about your ad choices
Our guest today is Guitar World tech editor and guitarist Paul Riario. Paul has been with the popular musician magazine for over 25 years. He also has been playing on the music scene for decades, with his latest project Super Trans AM commandin
In olden days, we used to have to design and print flyers, post them in the venue or places around town, curate a mailing list, send those flyers out to people who like us and hope that they come to the next show. Nowadays with the internet and
Being a musician—especially in a band—isn't just about being good at your craft. More of the experience is about your relationships with others. You meet new people all of the time, and some become your friends, business associates, or even rom
If you've been playing music for any length of time, you know that there are many ups and downs. Sometimes you're playing to a full house, and sometimes it's just the staff and a couple of friends in the audience. Either way, it's always import
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