Concert Venues

Around the pubs and clubs in the UK there are still many bands playing for only a few pounds to demanding listenerss who concurrently request Chuck Berry and the Arctic Monkeys. Keeping all these different individuals in the listeners happy is never easy, but not impossible either. With nice stage craft and clever of songs at a particular Venue, a nice performer may make everyone happy.

The organization of these artists is extraordinary. They must find like minded musicians that are committed. Then they must find somewhere to practice. This is not simple as the majority cannot do this at home. If you’re fortunate to have a house large enough, it is un like ly you may get round the neighbours, as it is so loud! It cannot be turned down as everything must be as loud as the drums. A band often hires a room to practice, at great fee to themselves.

A band must likewise spend literally thousands on equipment. PA, lighting, guitars, drums etc.

The next hurdle is transport. For some reason the majority drummers can’t drive! Cars are again and again inadequate as you would need a fleet of about 5 for your gig, substantially expensive on the fuel, and impractical. Virtually all performers have to hire or buy a van, again at great fee to themselves.

When they have finally rehearsed all there material over weeks or months, they are ready to play live. It’s an exhilarating day, one of wonder, excitement and slight fear. You turn up to the Club to find one man and his dog. And that man is particularly drunk, wants to be your manager, and giving you all the worth of his ‘wisdom’ in the music game! The landlord is furthermore drunk, and you can’t work out if he likes you or not.

You get poorly paid, if you get paid at all, and return home often out of pocket.

However 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 good ones make up for it. They make it look so simple, but it is not. 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 gigs, 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 remember, when you see a Local/Regional performer 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 gig if you really enjoyed it. , for these are the true heroes of rock.