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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 #162 - New Year's resolutions and backing tracks

It's the first podcast of 2022 for Steve and Tony! This episode will focus on what's in store for you in the new year, and the hot topic of backing tracks will be discussed.This episode is sponsored by JamZone. The guys will show you this amazing app and how you can use it to help with learning songs, adding instruments to your live shows, and more! Visit www.jamzone.com for a free download!Subscribe to the Cover Band Central YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/coverbandcentralSign up for a free ...

Jan 12, 20221 hr 3 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #161 - The Christmas Episode

We're gearing towards the big holiday, and Steve and Tony are here to help you celebrate! They'll be discussing recent gigs, what's coming up, and scroll through the Cover Band Central Group to see what everyone is talking about.Subscribe to the Cover Band Central YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/coverbandcentralSign up for a free profile for you, your band, or both at www.coverbandcentral.comJoin the Cover Band Central Facebook Group at www.facebook.com/groups/coverbandcentral Learn more abou...

Dec 22, 20211 hr 3 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #160 - What advice would you give your younger self_

Another great question was posted this week in the Cover Band Central Facebook Group. What advice would you give your younger self starting out in music? Steve and Tony will chime in and take a look at the answers that the community has provided.Subscribe to the Cover Band Central YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/coverbandcentralSign up for a free profile for you, your band, or both at www.coverbandcentral.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 08, 20211 hr 3 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #159 - "Get Back" to band rehearsals

With the immense popularity of the recent Beatles documentary "Get Back," the guys discuss what it's like to be in the rehearsal room with a full band days on end. They'll also be scrolling through the Cover Band Central Group to see what everyone is talking about today.This episode is sponsored by Band Helper. Sign up for a free 30-day trial today at www.bandhelper.comSubscribe to Cover Band Central's YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/coverbandcentralSign up for a free profile for you, your ba...

Dec 01, 20211 hr 3 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #158 - Gratitude

It's Thanksgiving week here in the U.S., and this time around Steve and Tony focus on one of the most powerful ways to get what you want in your musical life, and life in general...gratitude!Being happy with what you already have is always the starting point for getting more of what you desire. The question was posted in the Group, and the guys will check out what everyone is thankful for this year.Subscribe to the Cover Band Central YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/coverbandcentralSign up for...

Nov 24, 20211 hr 2 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #157 - Your best gigs

Steve and Tony are in a celebratory mood with it being the holiday season and all. This week, the question was posted in the Cover Band Central Group "What was the best gig you ever played?' As always, the guys will scroll through the answers and provide feedback and witty commentary. Subscribe to the Cover Band Central YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/coverbandcentralSign up for a free profile for you, your band, or both at www.coverbandcentral.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega...

Nov 17, 20211 hr 3 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #156 - Embarrassing moments on stage

We've all been there. We're on stage and things are going great, then all of a sudden...the worst happens, right in front of everybody!The question was posted in the Cover Band Central Group, and now Steve & Tony will go through your responses of one of the most embarrassing things that have happened to you or you have done on stage.Subscribe to the Cover Band Central YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/coverbandcentralSign up for a free profile for you, your band or both at www.coverbandcent...

Nov 12, 20211 hr 3 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #155 - Challenges

What are some of the biggest challenges that musicians face while working in a band? Steve and Tony discuss their experiences and take a look at what the Cover Band Central community has to say.Subscribe to the YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/coverbandcentralJoin the community at www.facebook.com/groups/coverbandcentral Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 03, 20211 hr 3 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #154 - Why do we play music?

An interesting question was raised in the Cover Band Central Group. Why do we do this (play music)? What is the driving force behind doing what we do? Steve and Tony give you their take on the answer, and explore what other people in the Group have to say.Subscribe to the Cover Band Central YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/coverbandcentralCover Band Central Facebook Group - www.facebook.com/groups/coverbandcentral Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 27, 20211 hr 2 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #153 - Clash of the Cover Bands

This week, Steve will tell Tony about the new reality competition show "Clash of the Cover Bands" and get feedback from the audience about how much they like/dislike it.Also...Steve has returned to playing after a 3 month absence following a bout with Covid. And...the guys will react to some of YOUR videos! All this and more this week!Subscribe to the Cover Band Central YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/coverbandcentral Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 20, 20211 hr 3 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #152 - What would you do without Facebook?

Yesterday Facebook was down for about 7 hours. It got people wondering what their lives would be like without the social media giant. Tonight Steve and Tony discuss this topic and some possible alternatives. Subscribe to the YouTube Channel at www.youtube.com/coverbandcentralSign up for a free profile at www.coverbandcentral.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 06, 20211 hr 3 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #151 - How do you handle losing a gig?

Some major changes took place in the last week. Steve and Tony will discuss what's going on, and what lies in the road ahead...including big plans for the future of Cover Band Central. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 29, 20211 hr 3 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #150 - We hit a milestone!

This podcast started as a fun thing to do once a week. 150 hours later, the guys have built a library of great content full of Wizdumb! For this milestone episode, we'll look back on the journey and discuss what's to come. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 22, 20211 hr 3 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #149 - TV and its influence on music

Back after another week off due to hurricane displacement, Steve and Tony discuss music on television and its influence on the entire industry. All this and more...Subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/coverbandcentral Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 15, 20211 hr 5 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #148 - Hurricane Ida changes everything

As if it wasn't enough for Steve to have Covid, Hurricane Ida hit New Orleans a few days ago and forced his evacuation. The entire city has been decimated, so no musicians in town will be working anytime soon. Tony and Steve will be talking about this and more.The gofundme for Steve's recovery is still open if you'd like to throw in a buck or two: https://gofund.me/7201ae82You can also pitch into to the CBC tip jar at www.paypal.me/coverbandcentralSubscribe to the YouTube channel at www.youtube....

Sep 02, 20211 hr 4 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #147 - Covid Takes Steve Down

The last broadcast was over a month ago, and a lot has happened since. Steve contracted Covid-19 and ended up in the ICU for 7 days. He's now home on oxygen and being treated for blood clots in his lungs. Tony went on vacation and built an epic sandcastle. And the delta variant seems to be affecting the entertainment industry again.Steve will be stuck at home unable to work for the foreseeable future. The kind moderators in the Cover Band Central Group have set up a gofundme to help with his exp...

Aug 19, 20211 hr 4 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #146 - You have questions, we have answers!

With decades of experience under our belts, we're opening up the floor to your questions. What advice do you need? What is something you've always wanted to know? We'll recap our own lives from the past week and give you our best responses to your queries.Subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/coverbandcentral Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 14, 20211 hr 3 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #145 - Set Lists

People have been posting their set lists in the Cover Band Central Group (www.facebook.com/groups/coverbandcentral) a lot lately, so we'll take a look at some at break them down.Need some help putting together your song lists? We've made available a customizable spread sheet complete with song, artist, key, running time and BPM. Click this link for more info: www.coverbandcentral.com/product/top-50-songsSubscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/coverbandcentral Learn more about your ad...

Jul 08, 20211 hr 2 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #144 - What makes a great cover band?

What makes a great cover band? Is it the songs? The quality of musicians? The overall show? Tony and Steve will discuss this topic this week...and much more!Subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/coverbandcentral Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 30, 20211 hr 3 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #143 - Tip jars

Does your band use a tip jar? And more importantly...should you? The guys will discuss this controversial topic along with anything else that comes up!Our tip jar - www.paypal.me/coverbandcentralSubscribe to our YouTube channel - www.youtube.com/coverbandcentral Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 23, 20211 hr 4 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #142 - Gigs Galore

With two gigs for Tony and three for Steve over the weekend, there is plenty to talk about! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 17, 20211 hr 3 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #141 - Anything goes

We talk about so many things during the podcast each week. who knows what topics will arise tonight...Subscribe to our YouTube channel - www.youtube.com/coverbandcentral Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 09, 20211 hr 3 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #140 - It's summertime! Let's get back to work!

More and more places are opening back up, more and more bands and artists are getting back out playing gigs, and it's time to celebrate! The dark times are over! We'll talk about what's going on in the world of shows, review Tony's gig from this past weekend, and much more!Links to all Cover Band Central stuff:Website - www.coverbandcentral.comFacebook Page - www.facebook.com/coverbandcentralFacebook Group - www.facebook.com/groups/coverbandcentralYouTube - www.youtube.com/coverbandcentralTip Ja...

Jun 02, 20211 hr 3 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #137

Links to all Cover Band Central stuff:Website - www.coverbandcentral.comFacebook Page - www.facebook.com/coverbandcentralFacebook Group - www.facebook.com/groups/coverbandcentralTip Jar! - www.paypal.me/coverbandcentralInstagram - www.instagram.com/coverbandcentralTwitter - www.twitter.com/cbcentralPodcast - https://www.spreaker.com/show/cover-band-central-podcastContact - steve@coverbandcentral.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 26, 20211 hr 3 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #139 - ipads on stage

Steve gave his singer a new tablet this past weekend for use at the gigs. He also started using one himself. This is a hotly debated topic in the CBC Group, so it's time to break it all down.Links to all Cover Band Central stuff:Website - www.coverbandcentral.comFacebook Page - www.facebook.com/coverbandcentralFacebook Group - www.facebook.com/groups/coverbandcentralTip Jar! - www.paypal.me/coverbandcentralInstagram - www.instagram.com/coverbandcentralTwitter - www.twitter.com/cbcentralPodcast -...

May 26, 20211 hr 4 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #136 - A quarter million and counting...

The Cover Band Central Facebook Page just crossed 250,000 followers! Steve and Tony will be discussing the journey so far, what it took to get to this milestone, and what's in store for the future.Plus...much more wizdumb comes up with every episode. What will the guys impart this time around? Tune in to find out!Links to Cover Band Central Stuff:Website - https://www.coverbandcentral.com​​​Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/coverbandcen...​Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/...

Apr 28, 20211 hr 4 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #135 - Gigs are coming back!

As the guys celebrate four years of this podcast, they're happy to also welcome gigs coming back. Both Steve and Tony had shows this past weekend, and will be discussing the joys of playing once again!Links to Cover Band Central Stuff:Website - https://www.coverbandcentral.com​​Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/coverbandcen...​Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/cover...​Tip Jar! - https://www.paypal.me/coverbandcentral​​Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/coverbandce...​Tw...

Apr 21, 20211 hr 4 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #134 - Cover Band Crossover

This is not the only podcast on the interweb that deals with cover bands! Our special guests today are Adam Johnson and Dan Ray who are celebrating episode #150 of their show Cover Band Confidential.Join us as we compare notes on our respective shows, and dive deep into the seedy underworld of cover band musicians.Links to Cover Band Central Stuff:Website - https://www.coverbandcentral.com​Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/coverbandcen...​Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/c...

Apr 14, 20211 hr 4 min

The CBC Wizdumb Hour #133 - Have you ever had to fire someone?

Lots of stuff going on in the world of gigging now that places are starting to open back up and feature live music.Steve's triple gig weekend was loaded with...stuff. We'll talk about that and more this week!Links to Cover Band Central Stuff:Website - https://www.coverbandcentral.comFacebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/coverbandcentralFacebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/coverbandcentralTip Jar! - https://www.paypal.me/coverbandcentralInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/coverba...

Apr 07, 20211 hr 3 min
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