Getting Music Jobs By Creating a Successful Band
Putting together a band that works can be a daunting task for aspiring band leaders. Making music while at the same time avoiding drama and strife is one of the toughest things any band leader has to deal with. While conflict is typical within any group, it can be particularly tough on bands because of the close-knit nature of the group and the fact that success depends on everyone, not just one person individually. If you're thinking about putting a band together, there are some tips you should bear in mind before postings your 'Band Members Wanted' ad.
Above all else, make sure you can be friends with these guys. You're going to be spending a great deal of time together and if you don't get along with someone, it's going to get very tough very quickly. The entire group will suffer as a result. If you can get along well with everyone except your drummer, it's going to end up putting a lot of stress on everyone. You might very well end up forcing him out of the group, necessitating the need to hire someone else. It could end up as a vicious circle. If you can't hang out with these guys outside of your normal practice sessions, you shouldn't hire them. Base your decision on that fact, not just talent alone.
Never forget that you're no better than anyone else in the group. Check your ego at the door! You need these people just as much as they need you and you're not going to get anywhere looking down your nose at them. You're the leader of a team, and you're all trying to achieve a common goal. Show them respect and they'll show it right back. They work with you, not for you, and you should not treat them like mere employees. You're supposed to be friends, so treat each other as such.
Don't ever criticize each other in public and make sure you confront problem members as a group. Keep the entire band in the loop and don't take it upon yourself to berate or correct other band members' mistakes. If you're dissatisfied with your drummer's drinking problem, bring it up in a band meeting with everyone present. Discuss the problem and work it out as a group. Don't gang up on anyone: work with them to correct the problem. This will increase your chemistry and make you a stronger band overall. If your band has a particularly bad show, sit down afterwards and talk it out. Don't get mad and throw a fit: you'll just look bad in front of your fans and your bandmates.
If you end up having to make the difficult choice to let someone go, do so professionally and calmly. Make sure the entire group is together when you do this and get everyone's side of the story. Always, always, do this face to face. Never fire someone via text message or e-mail. Let your bandmate share his thoughts and feelings and use that to make your choice. Be reasonable, and always bear in mind that this could affect your personal relationship with your bandmate. Also be prepared to hire his replacement as soon as possible.
Keep these handy tips in mind and you just might make the Billboard Top 100 soon! - 18780
Above all else, make sure you can be friends with these guys. You're going to be spending a great deal of time together and if you don't get along with someone, it's going to get very tough very quickly. The entire group will suffer as a result. If you can get along well with everyone except your drummer, it's going to end up putting a lot of stress on everyone. You might very well end up forcing him out of the group, necessitating the need to hire someone else. It could end up as a vicious circle. If you can't hang out with these guys outside of your normal practice sessions, you shouldn't hire them. Base your decision on that fact, not just talent alone.
Never forget that you're no better than anyone else in the group. Check your ego at the door! You need these people just as much as they need you and you're not going to get anywhere looking down your nose at them. You're the leader of a team, and you're all trying to achieve a common goal. Show them respect and they'll show it right back. They work with you, not for you, and you should not treat them like mere employees. You're supposed to be friends, so treat each other as such.
Don't ever criticize each other in public and make sure you confront problem members as a group. Keep the entire band in the loop and don't take it upon yourself to berate or correct other band members' mistakes. If you're dissatisfied with your drummer's drinking problem, bring it up in a band meeting with everyone present. Discuss the problem and work it out as a group. Don't gang up on anyone: work with them to correct the problem. This will increase your chemistry and make you a stronger band overall. If your band has a particularly bad show, sit down afterwards and talk it out. Don't get mad and throw a fit: you'll just look bad in front of your fans and your bandmates.
If you end up having to make the difficult choice to let someone go, do so professionally and calmly. Make sure the entire group is together when you do this and get everyone's side of the story. Always, always, do this face to face. Never fire someone via text message or e-mail. Let your bandmate share his thoughts and feelings and use that to make your choice. Be reasonable, and always bear in mind that this could affect your personal relationship with your bandmate. Also be prepared to hire his replacement as soon as possible.
Keep these handy tips in mind and you just might make the Billboard Top 100 soon! - 18780
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