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The Cover Band Central Podcast

Steve Witschel
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Music Commentary
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Performing Arts
Veteran musicians Steve Witschel and Tony Bienert are here to inform, entertain, and delight you with all topics related to playing music in a cover band...and everything that comes with it!
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The CBC Wizdumb Hour #24

After an extended vacation, Steve and Tony are back to discuss compelling and fun topics going on in their musical worlds in the new year! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 14, 2018•1 hr 4 min

CBC Podcast Special Edition with Brian Tichy

Today we're talking to veteran drummer Brian Tichy who has played with some of the biggest names in rock music including Foreigner, Whitesnake, Billy Idol, and Ozzy Osbourne! He just released a Christmas CD of holiday favorites. The instrumental covers were all performed by Brian on every instrument. Check this one out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 13, 2017•1 hr 9 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #23

This week is extra special because we have our first ever CBC guest! Joining the show is John Monnecka - a die-hard musician who performs solo gigs several times a week. His repetoire is extensive, and John has mastered the art of live streaming and growing a fan base online. There's a wealth of wizdumb this week. Check it out and share!Timestamps:01:35 - Ladies and Gentleman...John Monnecka03:18 - Australia03:58 - Moderators rock05:20 - Taking donations06:00 - Guts to go live06:52 - No troll zo...

Nov 29, 2017•1 hr 27 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #22

We're back! After a month off, due to scheduling conflicts, we're here to cover a wide range of issues including the value of Facebook "Likes." the updates from our recent gigs, and the widespread world of cover musicians. All this and more!Timestamps:02:49 - The new studio03:35 - Drum master Tony04:20 - Still workin'05:50 - CBC Group06:40 - Alec!!08:38 - Likes for Likes16:00 - Pages options16:42 - The future?21:12 - Adding new members22:23 - The website26:42 - Tony's gigs28:16 - Website contrib...

Nov 22, 2017•1 hr 3 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #20

New week, and new wizdumb to be had!Timestamps:01:52 - Hurricane Nate05:32 - 6 nights again07:16 - Private parties08:35 - Tony's charity event10:42 - Live video18:58 - Reality check20:40 - Listen to the bass player21:30 - CBC Group grand puba24:10 - How about a show?26:25 - Laying down the law26:46 - Website plan30:52 - Steve's tour32:04 - It's (almost) all covers36:30 - Getting down with Stevie40:24 - How close do you play to the recording?43:40 - Check out the live stuff45:45 - YouTube as a to...

Oct 10, 2017•1 hr 4 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #19

As our icons keep passing away, it's more important than ever for us musicians to carry the torch of the amazing music that has been written. Steve and Tony get into the fundamentals of maintaining a career in music, staying cool on stage, and stupid stuff!Timestamps:03:21 - New toy04:17 - The Great Pumpkin Blaze08:00 - Heightened awareness11:55 - Our responsibility12:34 - Tom Petty18:54 - Rock Star19:28 - Don't Stop Believing22:58 - We need to adapt25:08 - Know the fundamentals 27:37 - Follow d...

Oct 04, 2017•1 hr 3 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #18

Do you want your videos and music promoted for free? Of course you do! This week, Steve and Tony discuss ideas for an upcoming contest where YOU will be the star! Tony digs deep into the world of written contracts, and Steve teases the soon-to-be-live website! All this and more!Timestamps:03:54 - Don't Stop Believing07:01 - Contracts11:15 - Who?17:45 - How?26:21 - How to handle being handed a contract29:20 - Handshake agreement31:16 - Have respect for yourself36:33 - Steve's weekend40:45 - Perfo...

Sep 13, 2017•1 hr 4 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #17

It's a new week, and there is more wizdumb to be enjoyed! Steve and Tony give some tips on business steps to take to get better gigs, what an EPK is and how to use it, and much more!Timestamps:00:56 - This better be cool02:45 - The Group06:31 - Rained out07:40 - Brrrr!08:42 - Six nights12:32 - I'm not a singer, but I can sing16:22 - Brain stuff18:15 - Monitors are important18:45 - Singing drummers23:01 - Drinking on the job31:30 - Steps to take to get better gigs34:04 - Play for the gig you want...

Sep 06, 2017•1 hr 4 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #16

This week - Steve and Tony discuss your favorite cover songs to play live, Steve sheds his inhibitions, and the guys try to stay in time. All this and more!!Timestamps:00:43 - Drummers rule!02:28 - Rained out03:35 - Harvey05:27 - More themes07:17 - Tribute bands15:40 - Steve sings20:06 - Calling the show23:40 - Weddings vs. clubs26:30 - Tempo talk28:20 - You gotta feel it32:25 - Learn the click36:35 - The key39:14 - More click51:40 - Your favorite song Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg...

Aug 30, 2017•1 hr 3 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #15

This week - Steve and Tony give more tips on hiring or being a sub. They also tell your jokes, recap their gigs, and marvel and the insane growth of the Cover Band Central Facebook Group! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 23, 2017•1 hr 2 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #14

After a few weeks off, Steve and Tony are back to impart some wizdumb! This time out, they talk about the best practices working as a sub or hiring a fill-in player, some of the most embarrassing things that have happened on stage, and some exciting CBC updates!Timestamps:00:45 - Tony's vacation02:35 - 12 nights in a row03:32 - Maiden vs. Steve06:16 - Cool things08:40 - The CBC Group is exploding!13:06 - Believe13:15 - Heading to the big time?17:02 - The most embarrassing things that have happen...

Aug 16, 2017•1 hr 9 min
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