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There’s a reason for the old saying about mixing business with pleasure. We all want to trust our friends and family, but one afternoon of watching court shows on TV will prove that mothers sue sons, friends sue friends, brothers sue sisters, etc…all indicative that trust in those close to us should not be assumed. As with a common stranger off the street, trust should always be earned.  Bands are no different. (more…)

Many times in a band, there is one band member who ends up shouldering the majority of the workload when it comes to booking, promotions, songwriting, etc. Having been a front man in many bands, I have found myself in this predicament and find it to be very stressful and a dangerous recipe for burning out. And if the guy (or gal) who’s taking care of everything gets burned out, the band as a whole will find itself greatly affected. (more…)