In this week's episode Adam and Dan discuss the evolving challenges and strategies for maintaining success with a long-term project.

Adam delves into a recent decline in inquiries and competition from a new band.

The conversation covers the value of identifying unique selling propositions (USPs), the dynamics of managing band roles, the potential shift towards a 90s focus, and the prospect of leaning into live band karaoke.

Tune in to gain insights on staying relevant, adapting to market changes, and continuously improving to keep your band operating at it's peak!

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In this episode of Cover Band Confidential, Adam and Dan dish on first-time gig experiences, casino gigs, and the ultimate lessons learned. They chat about Adam's wild Mexico trip filled with monkey encounters and dive into exciting new gear announcements. Discover the buzz around Dark Glass's new bass modeler and Neural DSP's latest updates. Plus, get the scoop on Seymour Duncan's PowerStage 170 and its live gig potential. Don't miss out on these insider tips and the hottest gear news!

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00:00 Introduction and Catching Up
00:10 Travel Tales and Monkeys
02:11 Band Updates and New Ideas
06:52 First Gig Back and Gear Adjustments
11:35 Exciting Gear Announcements
19:04 Ambitious Bass Effects
19:18 DSP and Third-Party Models
19:57 Form Factor and Interface
21:16 Retail Cost and Features
24:11 Darkglass and Bass Tone
26:19 Neural DSP Nanos 2.0
29:36 Signal Chain Flexibility
33:57 Final Thoughts and Future Updates

This week on Cover Band Confidential, we're back with fan favorite and newly minted bandleader Mark Frederickson, who’s learning what it's like to start a cover band for the first time!

After his first appearance struck a chord (pun absolutely intended), we brought him back to spill the tea on their first actual rehearsal, the gear rabbit holes he’s fallen into, and the reality of getting ready for a real-deal gig—Make Music Day no less.

We’re talking song selection struggles, how to keep a new band from imploding over which way to approach a song, and whether it’s too early to start rocking in-ear monitors.

Plus, some honest talk about what it really takes to lead a group of humans with instruments and feelings.

Whether you're starting your own group or just want to hear someone else stumble through it first, this one’s got all the teachable moments and lessons you didn’t know you needed.

🔥 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and leave a comment about your own first band rehearsal horror story—we know you’ve got one.

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