Contract riders have the stigma of being reserved for only the über-elite – and über-pompous – bands. The reality is, though, that riders can be very useful and helpful devices in ensuring not only a great performance, but a smoother gig-day experience for everyone. Listen as Paul and Dave talk through their favorite rider items, and why they have them. There’s more, including the legendary Fling Eagle story, but you’ll have to listen to find out more about that! Chapters/Timestamps: 00:00:00 Gig Gab 224 – Tuesday, September 3, 2019 00:01:06 Los Gatos Park Dance 00:10:17 The Importance of On-Stage Visual Contact 00:19:16 SPONSOR: CHAUVET DJ. Don’t just rock…rock in the spotlight with CHAUVET DJ! 00:23:21 What should be in Your Rider? feedback@giggabpodcast.com Price and Terms (Prepayment, Post-payment, deposit) Water (24 bottles) Stage, size, electrical requirements (how many 20A circuits do you need?) Is the stage covered? Meals (enough for band and crew!) Extra stagehands (loading help) Green room Cards Against Humanity Parking Bar privileges Find out about stairs/floors Lights (stagewash) SIR Equipment Rental 00:39:44 Bohemian Rhapsody – The Movie Genesis: Together and Apart 00:48:43 GG224 Outtro The post What’s in Your Rider? – Gig Gab 224 appeared first on Gig Gab.