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First gig
so i got my first paying gig that could possibly turn into a residency at a restaurent/lounge playing downtempo/deep house stuff
im not to nervous since ill be in a dark corner just doing my thing..
but was i wondering was what are somethings you learned and some mistakes you fixed after playing out for the first time. i wanne make it this perfect since it can turn into a weekly thing.
also what are your experiences from playing at this type of setting?
Every booth is a bit different. Try not to blast the monitor too loud -- your ears will thank you later.
Don't plan out your set. I always think that looks very bad to be reading off of a piece of paper.
Don't get discouraged by mistakes. It happens. Just keep going and have a good time!
thanks
after the gig can you post the a rough tracklist? I wouldn't mind seeing the sort of stuff you played. I'm kind of interested in the same type of gig.
cheers
Just relax. Don't sweat it if you fuck up. Playing out is completely different than at home, so you can't really learn until you actually do it.
Sounds like a fantastic first gig... congrats.
I've also been interested in the same sort of thing... a nice little place to play chilled/deep stuff.
Bring your dick.
relax and only do the gig if you really think you are ready for it.
Sometimes if people rush into gigs, they can leave a bad impression that will stick with them no matter how good they become. I am not calling you shit or anything, but i know you are really new at this
Don't be afraid to ask promoter / owner if you're heading in the right direction... more often than not if you're playing something not to their liking or expectations they will tell you - but can be good for your confidence to get some positive feedback too.
Most people head out to these type of venues to get pissed or socialise... the music is background and people didn't show up just to listen to your set. This can work as a positive, by not having every transition to be heavily scrutinized or red flagged every time the mix goes out.
The worst critic in this type of setting is yourself, as you're the one paying full attention to the music. Relax and enjoy it, and do the self-analyzing/doubting later
Be prepared for the inevitable from young girls wishing their group had gone to the local pop-ritzy instead:
"have you got something with songs in?"
"have you got that one called Day n Night - I dont know who its by?"
"it's my mates birthday have you got the birdy song?"
You're playing all night? but it could be isolating in the corner by yourself - take a buddy to bring you drinks and speak to/encourage you between your wrecking 
Smile. You represent the entertainment hired by the promoter. Would be a bummer to depress everyone with your sadface.
Monitors - depends on the bar setup, but expect the worst. Most bars in my city have no monitor, just one of the speakers set close enough to the booth to be a dj's guide. In case you're not used to playing a system with speakers dotted around the room, be prepared for some time delay between whats going on in your phones and the rest of the room.
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| Originally posted by LoveHate so i got my first paying gig that could possibly turn into a residency at a restaurent/lounge playing downtempo/deep house stuff im not to nervous since ill be in a dark corner just doing my thing.. but was i wondering was what are somethings you learned and some mistakes you fixed after playing out for the first time. i wanne make it this perfect since it can turn into a weekly thing. also what are your experiences from playing at this type of setting? |
Wrecking? If you still trainwreck don't take the gig. That should and be the least of your worries in a live situation.
to be fair everyone can have the occasional wreck, even masters like me
I can't give you any advice, since I've never played live in front of people (besides an office party that i never should have done, lol) but I can tell you that these gigs are probably the best to get when starting out, given that you are actually capable of playing a long set without choking.
Music is not so loud, you get to play in front of people, and since noone is really focusing 100% on the music you don't have the pressure of getting everything perfect. Perfect setting to get experience.
This is exactly the type of gig I will be pursuing once I decide to get out and play live. Best of luck mate, and tell us how it went 
I'd be nervouse as hell at my 1st club/lounge gig
just be casual about it , dont push yourself TOO much to make a good impression it'll come naturally mate
best of luck
Wow man, let us know how it goes. Nervousness can be helpful to get you pumped up, but try to stay calm and collected. My first gig I was freaking out but it turned out alright, it's important to stay confident.
Good luck, man. Break a leg.
What are you gonna be messing with?
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| Originally posted by elFreak relax and only do the gig if you really think you are ready for it. Sometimes if people rush into gigs, they can leave a bad impression that will stick with them no matter how good they become. I am not calling you shit or anything, but i know you are really new at this |
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| Originally posted by wotyzoid What are you gonna be messing with? |
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| Originally posted by Tangil after the gig can you post the a rough tracklist? I wouldn't mind seeing the sort of stuff you played. I'm kind of interested in the same type of gig. cheers |
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| Originally posted by chris harrington when and where u playing mate? might come and check it out |
don't stop the wrong cd player
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| Originally posted by Shudder don't stop the wrong cd player |
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| Originally posted by woscar Speaking from experience? |
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| Originally posted by david.michael I've done it (well, wrong deck on a laptop). Luckily it wasn't a huge gig or anything...still embarassing. |
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| Originally posted by woscar Yeah, I know. It happens. If it happens at home when you're just chillin' and mixing some tunes without a care in the world it is definitely bound to happen when you have the pressure of playing in front of people, lol. |
If I had a nickel for every time I picked up the wrong needle at a gig...
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| Originally posted by Shudder don't stop the wrong cd player |
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| Originally posted by LoveHate LOCUS RESTAURANT on main & king edward, ill msg u the rest! |
dont spill beer on the vinyl!
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