Embattled of the Bands
Jun 5, 202656mEp. 18S1
"In this Episode, Christine and Rick talk about the experiences of being in bands - and since they mostly play solo - what they don't particularly miss about it when they're playing alone."
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Gigging Solo
Hosted by Christine DeMeo · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 18 episodes
Where this show ranks
Episodes
18
Last ep.
8 days ago
Avg length
48m
Booking Probability™
28
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Listen Score
18
Niche reach.
Virality (30d)
48
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About this podcast
Gigging Solo is a podcast where we talk about the ins and outs of being a professional solo musical performer. We share our perspective on a myriad of things related to that with an emphasis on looping. During the course of the podcast, we’ll cover: Booking Professionalism Repertoire Looping and Gear Interviews? We’ll go through the ups, the downs, the ins and the outs of being a solo performer.
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About the host
Christine DeMeo hosts Gigging Solo, a music show with 18 episodes published.
Recent episodes
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Look The Part
May 29, 202659mEp. 17S1
In this Episode Christine and Rick discuss the importance of looking the part for your gigs! Join us on this topic!
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Playing through pain
May 22, 202656mEp. 16S1
In this episode, Christine and Rick talk about the realities of pain and injury the pursuit of a career playing music. With an emphasis on prevention, the duo talk about things you can do to make your music career as lon
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Interview with Nullibi
May 15, 20261h 14m0
In a Gigging Solo first, the Australian live-looper Nullibi stopped by to have a chat with Christine and Rick in this episode! They talk about making music, and in particular using a programmer's mindset to create live-l
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Additional Skills to Pay the Bills
May 8, 202658mEp. 14S1
In this episode, Christine and Rick talk about non-musical skills that have an outsized impact in the pursuit of performing for audiences for a living. Trying to get a music performance career off the ground? You’d be su
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The Case for Live Looping
May 1, 202648mEp. 13S1
In this episode, Christine and Rick talk about one of the biggest challenges to being a gigging musician, and in particular a solo performer - it can be lonely out there! Here’s how they try to cope with that.
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Navigating Gear Failure
Apr 24, 202656mEp. 12S1
In this episode, Christine and Rick share some of their worst gear-related horror stories and how they right the ship when some part of their kit decides to test them in front of a live audience.
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Solo Can be Lonely
Apr 17, 202653mEp. 11S1
In this episode, Christine and Rick talk about one of the biggest challenges to being a gigging musician, and in particular a solo performer - it can be lonely out there! Here’s how they try to cope with that.
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Fishing for Gigs
Apr 10, 202654mEp. 10S1
In this episode, Christine and Rick talk about their strategies to get to a “yes” to get in the door at a new venue. It’s an imperfect science, but what has the Gigging Solo crew learned about it?
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How to say no
Apr 3, 202653mEp. 9S1
In this episode, Christine and Rick talk about one of the hardest words to say as a gigging musician: “No.” When is it right to refuse a gig? Listen and find ou
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The Ipad Question
Mar 27, 202651mEp. 8S1
In this fun faux-debate episode, Christine and Rick explore the arguments for (and against) having tablets on stage. Is it an invaluable tool of the trade or a vibe killer?
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Avoiding Burnout
Mar 20, 202649mEp. 7S1
In this episode, Christine and Rick talk about how to keep from losing the joy of playing music when you do it for a living. One thousand Wonderwall requests later, how do you stay motivated?
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Our Favorite Gear!
Mar 13, 202653mEp. 6S1
Stuff that makes you sound good, and stuff that makes you feel good when you get to the gig - in this episode, Christine and Rick talk about the tools of their trade they appreciate most.
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Secret Weapon Songs!
Mar 6, 202653mEp. 5S1
In this episode, Christine and Rick talk about some of their favorite “dark horse” songs to wake up an audience and get things going at a gig.
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Building Your Reputation as a Solo Musician
Feb 27, 202640mEp. 4S1
In this episode, Christine and Rick talk about how to be consistent and cultivate a professional musician reputation. Topics: Be consistent and reliableHave a network of subsDo job plus oneBe friendlyLet your work speak
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Navigating Difficult Gigs
Feb 20, 202633mEp. 3S1
In this episode, Christine and Rick talk about how to deal with common (and sometimes uncommon) types of challenging gigs, especially as it pertains to playing for crowds that give you none, or the wrong kind of energy.
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From the Garage To The Gig!
Feb 13, 202637mEp. 2S1
Hey everyone! In this episode Christine and Rick cover what you need to go from playing in the garage to playing your first venue! Come join in on the fun!
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Favorite things about solo performing
Feb 6, 202623mEp. 1S1
In this episode we talk about some of our favorite things about being a solo performer. Many of which are pros and cons! So come join us in the fun of this conversation.
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Gigging Solo Trailer
Feb 6, 20261mS1
Gigging solo is a podcast that dives into the real-world experiences of being professional solo performers. Christine and Rick explore a wide range of topics from gigging logistics to creative process, with a strong focu
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Audience demographics
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Topics covered
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Frequently asked questions
How do I pitch Gigging Solo as a podcast guest?
To pitch Gigging Solo, visit https://rss.com/podcasts/gigging-solo for contact information, then craft a tight one-paragraph hook that ties your expertise to a gap in their recent music coverage.
Who is the host of Gigging Solo?
Gigging Solo is hosted by Christine DeMeo. The show is categorised under music (commentary) and has published 18 episodes.
How many episodes does Gigging Solo have?
Gigging Solo has published 18 episodes.
What topics does Gigging Solo cover?
Gigging Solo regularly covers music, commentary. It sits in the music category, with a commentary focus.
Is it hard to get booked on Gigging Solo?
Gigging Solo is accessible for guests with genuine music expertise. A personalised, episode-aware pitch will still outperform a generic one every time.
Is Gigging Solo currently accepting guest pitches?
Gigging Solo hasn't explicitly signalled guest openness in recent episodes. That doesn't rule out pitching. your hook just needs to be especially compelling and relevant to their recent content.
How long are Gigging Solo episodes?
Episodes of Gigging Solo average 48 minutes. a focused format where a clear narrative arc and tight preparation matter most.
What guest credentials does Gigging Solo typically look for?
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