The Good & Bad Of Being A Gigging Musician - Hosts Luke & Lee | EP 24

In this week’s episode of our music podcast for creatives, hosts Luke & Lee dive deep into the realities of being a gigging musician in the local music scene. If you’re a young musician, unsigned artist, cover artist or working performer, this conversation offers a brutally honest look at both the highs and lows of chasing your passion for live music.

🎸 From packed venues and electric crowds to awkward gigs and last-minute cancellations, Luke & Lee explore the truth behind the lifestyle of a working musician. Lee opens up about his dream to make a living from music, and how the reality sometimes means missing weekends, family events, and facing unpredictable audiences. But when it works? The connection with a live crowd is unlike anything else.

🎶 In this episode, we cover:

The emotional and financial challenges of gig life

What makes someone cut out to be a gigging musician

The sacrifices musicians make behind the scenes

The reward of performing live and building a local fanbase

Advice for unsigned bands, singers, and local performers

This is a must-watch for anyone pursuing music as a career or navigating the independent artist journey. 🔔

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🕘Timestamps

Part Time Musician VS Self Employed 0:00

Working Weekends | 5:50

Missing Occasions | 14:18

What We Love About Gigging | 16:25

Expectation VS Reality | 21:22

Good Crowds |29:17

Unpredictable Lifestyle |34:38

Singing Crowd Pleasing Songs | 43:50

The Character Of A Musician | 51:33

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