Gig To Live

Full-time gigging musician John Voelz discusses the strategies, mindset shifts, and real-world lessons that help you build something that actually lasts, delivering smart and practical insight with a sense of humor that keeps it real and approachable. If you gig, or want to gig, this is for you.

Gig To Live is a arts podcast hosted by John Voelz, with 54 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

John Voelz hosts Gig To Live, a arts show with 54 episodes published.

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  Episode #54

  Ep 54: The "Tip"ping Point

  Sep 17, 202632 minS2

  In this episode, John looks at the shifting culture of tipping in the United States, what has driven the changes, and what that shift means for musicians who have long relied on tip income. The episode also includes a Top Ten list of the best ways John has seen tips roll in. This list is a bit more top-shelf than the conventional ways you may have been encouraged to increase tip flow. Support the show If you have a question, an idea for a show, or you would just like to say "hey," you can drop me an email at gigtolivepodcast@gmail.com

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  Episode #52

  Ep 52: Storytime Volume 3 (Drunken Moments)

  Sep 10, 202629 minS2

  In this episode, John shares another collection of stories from life as a full-time musician. This time, the stories involve drunken moments. When alcohol becomes a main character in the story, it’s usually a story that will be retold. Some are funny, some are uncomfortable, and all of them are unforgettable. Support the show If you have a question, an idea for a show, or you would just like to say "hey," you can drop me an email at gigtolivepodcast@gmail.com

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  Episode #51

  Ep 51: Controversial Music

  Sep 8, 202632 minS2

  In this episode, John kicks off Season Two of Gig to Live with a look at controversial music. Some songs were controversial when they were released. Others became controversial years later as culture changed around them. Some songs were never actually about what people thought they were about in the first place. John looks at the stories, misunderstandings, cultural shifts, and uncomfortable conversations surrounding the music that causes a stir and offers some options for musicians who perform the songs. Support the show If you have a question, an idea for a show, or you would just like to say "hey," you can drop me an email at gigtolivepodcast@gmail.com

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  Episode #49

  Ep 49: The Wise Person and the Cynic

  Aug 20, 202625 minS1

  In this episode, John introduces two characters who share a lot of experiences that have shaped them . . . The Wise Person and the Cynic. They’ve both been around. They’ve both paid attention. They’ve both been disappointed, surprised, burned, and taught a few things the hard way. Sometimes, it's hard to tell which one we are becoming. They have a lot in common. But, one of them leads to longevity and the other's future is uncertain. Support the show If you have a question, an idea for a show, or you would just like to say "hey," you can drop me an email at gigtolivepodcast@gmail.com

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  Episode #48

  Ep 48: Let's Talk About Aging

  Aug 18, 202624 minS1

  In this episode, John talks about aging as a musician. We celebrate longevity, but we also make jokes about artists who stay working too long. We admire experience while remaining obsessed with youth. So let's talk about aging, music, and the strange relationship between the two. Support the show If you have a question, an idea for a show, or you would just like to say "hey," you can drop me an email at gigtolivepodcast@gmail.com

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