This episode is all about finding the right balance. First, how do you deal with it when you’re on a stage that’s too big for your band? Thankfully Paul and Dave have made the mistakes so you don’t have to. Then your two favorite weekend warriors dig into the mailbag to answer the question of balancing being a musician with being a productive member of a family. Neither of these balancing acts is easy, and Paul and Dave talk you through each as best they can. Press play and enjoy!
Chapters/Timestamps
- 00:00:00 GigGab 121 – Monday, June 26, 2017
- 00:01:06 Last week’s Paul Costley Interview
- 00:02:12 Playing on a stage that’s too big
- 00:05:35 Feeling comfortable … and then not so comfortable
- 00:08:01 Dave’s Second Uptown Celebration Gig
- 00:11:36 Rhythm Section Lock-in
- 00:14:10 Bryan-Band/Life Balance
- 00:16:52 My husband’s new hobby
- 00:22:57 The groupie gone awry (Hi, Lisa!)
- 00:23:58 Are your family members music fans?
- 00:28:23 Beware the opposite sex
- 00:29:51 “You’ll be gigging less when we get married… right?”
- 00:30:36 I’m a musician, that’s who I am
- 00:34:39 Own your situation
- 00:35:58 Short gigs present opportunities
- 00:36:20 Schedule family time
- 00:42:02 Bail out gracefully if you’re miserable
- 00:43:45 GG Outtro
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Dave Hamilton, a seasoned tech enthusiast, podcaster, and publisher, has dedicated the past three decades to aiding computer users globally. Known for his insightful advice and valuable product recommendations on the Mac Geek Gab podcast, Dave also enjoys an esteemed reputation as the founder of BackBeat Media, a network of fiercely independent publishers. His online publishing journey took off with The Mac Observer, an acclaimed Apple news site he co-founded in 1998 and led to its successful acquisition in 2021.
Beyond his tech-savvy persona, Dave embraces a vibrant life filled with music and family in the New Hampshire seacoast. He passionately performs with bands Bitter Pill and Fling, among other musical projects, creating a harmonic balance between his love for technology and music. Alongside his wife, Lisa, he raised their two children amidst this symphony of innovation, passion, and independent spirit, showcasing the power of embracing one's interests and using them to make a meaningful impact in the world.
This episode is all about finding the right balance. First, how do you deal with it when you’re on a stage that’s too big for your band? Thankfully Paul and Dave have made the mistakes so you don’t have to. Then your two favorite weekend warriors dig into the mailbag to answer the question of balancing being a musician with being a productive member of a family. Neither of these balancing acts is easy, and Paul and Dave talk you through each as best they can. Press play and enjoy!