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If you are a young musician and reading this. 1st, stick with the songs that are easier for you to play and sing. There are so many to choose from. Why make it hard on yourself?. 2nd, don't spend a lot of money on fancy instruments or equipment. A small powered PA speaker with a guitar or keyboard that plays and sounds well is all you'll need for now. It helps to have a small stage light as well. Get yourself a nice tip jar. Some decent business cards
If you're playing in a band. Same advice. No need for a large PA. If you get booked to perform in front of a large audience. Chances are a PA with…
An old friend. Who was perhaps, one the most talented musicians that I have ever performed with. Was also one of the most high maintenance humans that I've ever encountered. They got away with a lot because they were just that good and they knew it. The audience never knew what went on behind the scenes. All they knew was the music and the show were incredible. When we broke up, a lot of local fans were very sad. Perhaps ours was a microcosm of how things are even with famous Super Stars. Talent isn't everything. You need a good attitude as well. Refrain from anyone ruining the spirit in the group.