The Cover Band Central Podcast

Steve Witschel

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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Episodes

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #13

This week - our cover band dudes Steve and Tony discuss road safety, give our project band some feedback, and highlight the advantages of aggressive self promotion. All this and more!!Timestamps:3:15 - The Adrenaline Mob tragedy9:30 - Update on Steve's Krazy Korner band13:03 - A lesson in aggressively getting a gig19:25 - Clanky Lincolns22:44 - V-drums30:25 - How to dictate the flow of the show32:39 - Tuning issues34:30 - Talking on the mic37:45 - I'm gonna make a movie38:48 - New band name?41:4...

Jul 18, 2017•1 hr 7 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #12

This week...our resident working musicians Steve and Tony discuss some of the strangest places you've played a gig, if it's EVER okay to play for free, and much more. Join us LIVE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 12, 2017•1 hr 13 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #11

Have you ever had to deal with an injury/illness while paying on stage? Well this week, Steve talks about his recent surgery and how it affected his giggng life. Steve and Tony also read through your physical horror stories, and marvel at the fortitude of working musicians.Timestamps:2:55 - Tropical storm Cindy3:57 - Steve's surgery10:52 - Your mother's ass11:50 - Shot to the face14:52 - Tony's knee16:29 - Tony's shoulder17:20 - Gaining skill due to an ailment19:40 - Steimy Stein's story24:10 - ...

Jun 27, 2017•1 hr 2 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #10

The fellas are starting to aim a bit higher on this week's brand new episode! Steve proposes an interesting plan to reach a million fans, Tony exposes the true availability of stable musicians, and we learn the best way to escape from reality. All new. All good.Timestamps:1:47 - Clanky Lincolns update5:45 - Just a short email8:05 - Handsome Young Ladies9:16 - itunes, here we come!10:45 - Just ask13:45 - John Monnecka14:59 - FB Live user beware!16:36 - A workaround?17:48 - The Shazzam technology1...

Jun 14, 2017•1 hr 7 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #9

This week - Steve and Tony address the biggest challenges that come up as a working musician based on your feedback. We also learn the advantages of traveling with your own beer funnel, why you should give technology a big hug, and answer the age-old question - does size really matter?Timestamps:2:30 - The funnel crew4:54 - The computer has taken over5:32 - Working with the sub7:33 - 90's rock9:51 - Case study band update18:16 - Recording live shows in the old days20:00 - Late 80s/Early 90s club...

Jun 06, 2017•1 hr 2 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #8

Are some booking agents shady? Is rehearsing important? Can Steve pronounce the word "gimmickry" correctly? All of these questions and more are answered during this week's Wizdumb Hour! We also read some fan email and provide super valuable tips. Give it a listen...and a share!Timestamps:1:50 - Tony's weekend gigs3:30 - The 50th birthday party5:45 - Sunday night at The Swamp10:16 - An X32 update14:50 - Stabbed with a fork15:40 - Song selection again?!16:25 - 90's music today17:22 - Like a Stone1...

May 31, 2017•1 hr 18 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #7

So much stuff happens in a week! Steve and Tony dig into the long-term affects of losing our beloved music icons, and disseminate the opportunities for cover bands and musicians. They also discuss the pros and cons of a live click track, read listener feedback, and reminisce over concert days of yore. All this and more on lucky number seven!Timestamps:1:20 - Steve's week2:50 - Keepin' things moving4:00 - The art of visual cues5:30 - Chris Cornell14:00 - Reasons why cover bands and musicians are ...

May 24, 2017•1 hr 3 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #6

Due to the constant early evolution of this podcast, we have decided on a new name. Henceforth, the show will be called The Wizdumb Hour! We explain it all in this episode, plus break down 10 Factors to Consider when Selecting Songs for your Set. All this and more on Episode #6!!Here is a link to the article being discussed: https://hubpages.com/entertainment/Song-Selection-in-a-Cover-Band-10-Factors-to-ConsiderTimestamps:1:20 The New Name7:14 The weekend8:06 Summer in New Orleans9:30 A guy from...

May 16, 2017•1 hr 8 min

The CBC Official Podcast #5

This week our band pros discuss the advantages of a brand spankin' new digital mixing board, the upside of using IEMs (In-Ear Monitors) and how to handle people who want to get up and jam with the band. All this and much more!Timestamps:2:15 Tony's Cinco de Mayo party gig3:00 The Behringer x3210:27-10:47 The audio drops out (D'oh!)14:00 All about in-ears16:35 Earbud drivers20:00 Forming an LLC26:10 Beauty of the Board26:30 The nasty side31:55 Three different colors of duct tape37:01-37:07 Anothe...

May 10, 2017•1 hr 5 min

The CBC Official Podcast #4

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May 03, 2017•1 hr 2 min

The CBC Official Podcast #3

Steve and Tony discuss a wide range of band related topics including the perks of high paying gigs, the benefits of using in-ear monitors, and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 25, 2017•1 hr 5 min

The CBC Official Podcast #2

Steve and Tony discuss the various scenarios that come into play when subbing for a band, then delve into the 50 Songs that Musicians Need to Know as a Working Musician. https://spinditty.com/learning/50-Songs-That-You-Need-to-Know-to-Play-in-a-Classic-Rock-Cover-Band Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 11, 2017•1 hr 2 min

The CBC Official Podcast - Premiere Episode #1

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.In this debut episode, Steve and Tony dissect 14 Tips on How to be Successful in a Working Band. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 05, 2017•1 hr 19 min

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