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• Episode 384: Songs we HATE to play- but play anyway

  In this episode of the Cover Band Confidential podcast,  Adam and Dan dive into various categories of songs that cover band musicians commonly despise playing but perform nonetheless due to their popularity and effectiveness in live settings. They explore songs categorized as overplayed, repetitive, cheesy, cringe-worthy, too slow, and surprisingly, too difficult to play. The episode includes listener input gathered through surveys and discusses how these songs, despite being loathed by musicians, remain crowd favorites. The hosts also share personal anecdotes and insights on balancing the band's preferences with audience demands.MaestroDMX (10% off discount link): https://maestrodmx.com/discount/DISCOUNT4CBC?redirect=%2Fproducts%2FmaestrodmxBOTH Lighting 360 Tubes (Use “DISCOUNT4CBC” to save 5%): https://bothlightingusa.com/collections/all-products/products/360-tubes-copyBlank Contracts & Riders: https://www.coverbandconfidential.com/store/performance-contractsBacking Track Resources: https://www.coverbandconfidential.com/store/backing-track-resourcesThank you so much for tuning in!  If you want to help be sure to like, subscribe and share with your friends!  Linktree: linktr.ee/adampatrickjohnson                linktr.ee/coverbandconfidentialFollow us on Instagram!@coverbandconfidential@adampatrickjohnson@danraymusicianIf you have any questions please email at:[email protected] supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/coverbandconfidentialOr buy us a cup of coffee!paypal.me/cbconfidentialAnd for more info check out www.coverbandconfidential.comGear Used in this Video (Affiliate):Sony ZV-E10 Mirrorless Camera: https://amzn.to/3DBqtOyElgato Prompter: https://amzn.to/3X3IAq8 Shure SM7B: https://amzn.to/4dDCJx0 Elgato Stream Deck XL: https://amzn.to/3gKjhqiMagic Arm Camera Friction Mount: https://amzn.to/3SK5yNk

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• Episode 383: Killer gigs and 5 reasons why we're NOT interested in the Helix Stadium

  This week's episode covers Adam's AMAZING 80's prom gig, Dan's road trip, and why we're not completely sold on the new Helix Stadium release from Line 6. All this and more on your favorite podcast for cover band musicians and band leaders!Juan Jusino- www.juanjusino.comArni's YT- https://youtube.com/@arnieitthvad?si=-hr0HqprZ1nbGdZX  Song Survey link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FY7LWWBMaestroDMX (10% off discount link): https://maestrodmx.com/discount/DISCOUNT4CBC?redirect=%2Fproducts%2FmaestrodmxBOTH Lighting 360 Tubes (Use “DISCOUNT4CBC” to save 5%): https://bothlightingusa.com/collections/all-products/products/360-tubes-copyBlank Contracts & Riders: https://www.coverbandconfidential.com/store/performance-contractsBacking Track Resources: https://www.coverbandconfidential.com/store/backing-track-resourcesThank you so much for tuning in!  If you want to help be sure to like, subscribe and share with your friends!  Linktree: linktr.ee/adampatrickjohnson                linktr.ee/coverbandconfidentialFollow us on Instagram!@coverbandconfidential@adampatrickjohnson@danraymusicianIf you have any questions please email at:[email protected] supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/coverbandconfidentialOr buy us a cup of coffee!paypal.me/cbconfidentialAnd for more info check out www.coverbandconfidential.comGear Used in this Video (Affiliate):Sony ZV-E10 Mirrorless Camera: https://amzn.to/3DBqtOyElgato Prompter: https://amzn.to/3X3IAq8 Shure SM7B: https://amzn.to/4dDCJx0 Elgato Stream Deck XL: https://amzn.to/3gKjhqiMagic Arm Camera Friction Mount: https://amzn.to/3SK5yNk00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview01:03 Anniversary Trip to Roanoke, Virginia04:11 80s Prom Gig Recap08:38 Guitar and Gear Talk25:57 Survey and Line 6 Helix Stadium Announcement30:04 Introduction to Helix Stadium Discussion30:21 Reason 1: Form Factor Concerns31:20 Reason 2: User Interface and Touchscreen Features33:30 Reason 3: Additional I/O Ports36:24 Reason 4: Modeling and Cloning Capabilities42:47 Reason 5: Audio Wizardry and DSP Features50:13 Honorable Mentions and Pricing55:57 Final Thoughts and Conclusion

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• Episode 382: 🎙️ A MILLIONS VIEWS, food poisoning and audio over Cat6?

  Welcome back to the podcast for cover band musicians and bandleaders who don’t know when to quit, even when they’re soldering guitar guts 48 hours before a gig.Adam kicks things off with a PSA: don’t get sushi on a Monday. Unless your idea of a good time involves food poisoning and a spiritual cleanse via your bathroom floor.### 🎧 Adventures in EtherCon and Audio Over Cat6In a fit of child-free productivity, Adam goes full "project mode" and:* Tries to overhaul his live rig with Cat6 audio routing (spoiler: parts are backordered).* Starts gut-swapping his guitars for funsies.* Buys a soldering station because Patreon told him to.Will it all work by the gig this weekend? TBD.### 🎸 The Gig: Southern Fried Gaming Expo Prom NightAdam's  band is gearing up for an 80's prom gig with minimal setup time and even less room for error. Cue the panic and wishful thinking that three EtherCon cables will solve everything.### 📣 Listener Shout-OutDan from Ireland wrote in to say nice things. We like him. Be like Dan.### 🛠️ Corrections Corner (aka “Yeah, We Were Wrong”)Big thanks to listener Andrew Adams for helping us wrangle tempo mapping in Logic Pro. Turns out there *is* a better way to get your click to follow your live tempo without sacrificing your sanity. Dan's now slightly less in the dark.### 🎉 We Hit 1 Million YouTube Views!Yep, you read that right. One million views on the YT channel. Thanks to everyone who ever watched us talk about DI boxes or yell about "Wagon Wheel". We couldn’t have done it without you.### 🎥 Oh, Also—Adam’s Going Full-Time Content CreatorThe side hustle is now the main hustle. Adam’s jumping into the content world full-time for the company he's been working with since forever. Dreams do come true, folks… sometimes by accident.---## 📊 Coming Next Week (or the week after): The "Songs You Hate But Still Play" EpisodeWe're building the ultimate hate-playlist of songs you despise but can’t take off the setlist. Think “Mustang Sally,” “What's Up,” and whatever else makes your skin crawl *but still gets the dance floor packed.*👉 **Submit your least favorite crowd-pleasers** via this \[survey link] (https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FY7LWWB) ---🎸 From the Cat5 spaghetti pile in Atlanta, GA, I’m Adam.🎤 From the serene calm of Greensboro, NC, I’m Dan.Thanks for listening to the *Cover Band Confidential* podcast. See you on the other side of the gig.0:00 Introduction and Sushi Mishap01:23 Current Projects and Tech Experiments05:13 Upcoming Gig Preparations06:57 Listener Feedback and Milestones09:17 Corrections Corner and Logic Pro Tips13:14 Next Week's Topic Teaser14:52 Closing Remarks

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• Episode 381: 5 things About Musician Insurance That No One Tells You

  This week, Adam recounts an absolute **gig-nightmare scenario**: playback dropped, in-ears failed, subs cut out, and nobody knew why. From mystery malfunctions to last-minute workarounds, it's a crash course in what can go wrong—and how to stay professional when it does.Meanwhile, Dan shares the highs and hurdles of playing his first gig back post-Achilles surgery. From unexpected vocal compliments to near wipeouts at the pedalboard, it’s a reminder that returning to the stage takes more than just heart—it takes *balance* (literally).🎯 This episode's main event:**5 Things You Didn’t Know About Band Insurance (Until You Buy It)**We’re talking real-world lessons from buying an annual policy for the first time in a decade—including:* Why “$27/month” doesn’t mean what you think it means* What *isn’t* covered (spoiler: a lot)* And how being insured can actually help you *land more gigs*Also in this episode:* Logic Pro stem-splitting and click-track confusion* A surprise YouTube milestone (1 million views!)* Coaching sessions, gear talk, and listener wins* Our dream of interviewing **celebs with cover bands** (Hank Azaria, Maya Rudolph—call us)📩 Got a wild gig story or your own insurance headache? Email us: [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])🛠️ Mentioned:* [Insurance Canopy](https://www.insurancecanopy.com) (liability)* [MusicPro Insurance](https://www.musicproinsurance.com) (gear)📢 Subscribe, leave a review, and share with your bandmates—because getting insured is easier than explaining to the bride why the sub blew out mid-chorus.CBC YT Copy/PasteMaestroDMX (10% off discount link): https://maestrodmx.com/discount/DISCOUNT4CBC?redirect=%2Fproducts%2FmaestrodmxBOTH Lighting 360 Tubes (Use “DISCOUNT4CBC” to save 5%): https://bothlightingusa.com/collections/all-products/products/360-tubes-copyBlank Contracts & Riders: https://www.coverbandconfidential.com/store/performance-contractsBacking Track Resources: https://www.coverbandconfidential.com/store/backing-track-resourcesThank you so much for tuning in!  If you want to help be sure to like, subscribe and share with your friends!  Linktree: linktr.ee/adampatrickjohnson                linktr.ee/coverbandconfidentialFollow us on Instagram!@coverbandconfidential@adampatrickjohnson@danraymusicianIf you have any questions please email at:[email protected] supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/coverbandconfidentialOr buy us a cup of coffee!paypal.me/cbconfidentialAnd for more info check out www.coverbandconfidential.comGear Used in this Video (Affiliate):Sony ZV-E10 Mirrorless Camera: https://amzn.to/3DBqtOyElgato Prompter: https://amzn.to/3X3IAq8 Shure SM7B: https://amzn.to/4dDCJx0 Elgato Stream Deck XL: https://amzn.to/3gKjhqiMagic Arm Camera Friction Mount: https://amzn.to/3SK5yNk

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• Episode 380: Interview with Tory Smith of Black Box Prompters

  Adam is holding down the fort solo in this special episode. With Dan on tour, Adam chats with Tory Smith, the co-founder of Black Box Prompters.Tory spills the beans on how he and a genius AI engineer cooked up the ultimate teleprompter for musicians. Discover how this game-changing gadget can keep your lyrics and chords in check, even during those last-minute song requests. With features like wireless syncing, customizable settings, and extreme durability, Black Box Prompters are nothing short of revolutionary. Whether you're rocking the bar scene or leveling up to corporate gigs, this episode has all the deets on making your performances smoother. Plus, hear about future innovations that promise to make rocking out even more epic. Don't miss it!DISCOUNT LINK (Save $100!) - https://blackboxprompter.com?coupon=discount4cbc MaestroDMX (10% off discount link): https://maestrodmx.com/discount/DISCOUNT4CBC?redirect=%2Fproducts%2FmaestrodmxBOTH Lighting 360 Tubes (Use “DISCOUNT4CBC” to save 5%): https://bothlightingusa.com/collections/all-products/products/360-tubes-copyBlank Contracts & Riders: https://www.coverbandconfidential.com/store/performance-contractsBacking Track Resources: https://www.coverbandconfidential.com/store/backing-track-resourcesThank you so much for tuning in!  If you want to help be sure to like, subscribe and share with your friends!  Linktree: linktr.ee/adampatrickjohnson                linktr.ee/coverbandconfidentialFollow us on Instagram!@coverbandconfidential@adampatrickjohnson@danraymusicianIf you have any questions please email at:[email protected] supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/coverbandconfidentialOr buy us a cup of coffee!paypal.me/cbconfidentialAnd for more info check out www.coverbandconfidential.comGear Used in this Video (Affiliate):Sony ZV-E10 Mirrorless Camera: https://amzn.to/3DBqtOyElgato Prompter: https://amzn.to/3X3IAq8 Shure SM7B: https://amzn.to/4dDCJx0 Elgato Stream Deck XL: https://amzn.to/3gKjhqiMagic Arm Camera Friction Mount: https://amzn.to/3SK5yNk00:00 Introduction and Special Guest Announcement00:17 Meeting Tori Smith: The Brain Behind Black Box Prompters01:19 The Origin Story of Black Box Prompters03:38 Tori's Musical Journey and Band Success05:39 The Importance of Teleprompters for Musicians08:38 Challenges and Real-Life Scenarios09:54 Introducing the Black Box Prompter Product10:05 Hardware and Software Features of Black Box Prompter18:41 Loading and Organizing Songs19:12 Editing Songs and Set Lists20:55 Displaying Startup Images and QR Codes21:47 Singalong Feature and Wireless Sync23:18 Internet Connectivity and Live Band Karaoke24:48 Product Overview: Black Box Prompter Series27:06 Pricing and Purchase Options31:22 User Feedback and Future Developments36:06 Conclusion and Contact Information

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