Drummer, producer, composer, and singer, Buddy Gibbons talks through his start in marching band, how traditional grip unlocked his entire career, and simply provides lesson after lesson for anyone wanting to create a living playing music. Informative, inspirational, and simply charming, Buddy walks through it all for Paul and Dave and all of you with his head held high. Press play, download, and enjoy! 00:00:00 Gig Gab 173 – Monday, July 9, 2018 00:01:00 Setlist negotiation on headline gigs 00:03:11 Buddy Gibbons, drummer, producer, composer, singer, you name it! 00:04:17 The invisible rock star 00:05:00 Always preparing for the next thing 00:06:03 Music for television LA Dodgers in-stadium music 00:08:50 Marching band geek Second band, first chair, never first/first 00:10:14 Traditional Grip = First Chair 00:11:07 Starting all over again in LA Zildjian endorsement deals 00:12:13 Don’t worry about getting a gig, focus on building your career 00:15:30 Swimming in the Sharks in the Ocean? 00:17:13 Surround yourself with great people Mick Mahan Dave Amato 00:19:00 Sponsorships vs. Endorsements vs. Artist Deals Aquarian Drumheads Remo Drumheads 00:21:52 Classic Rock = Modern Country 00:24:13 Marketing to the right people Brit Floyd 00:28:39 Marching infiltrating other genres – Creating a niche Virtual Drumline 00:30:17 Glee is to thank for drumline re-introduction into pop culture 00:31:00 Wanted to be a rock star… but this is what I do 00:32:10 Nashville vs. LA scenes Stan Lassiter 00:38:44 Don’t let the short game tempt you 00:42:21 Clinics 00:44:59 GG 173 Outtro Buddy Gibbons, also on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter The post Buddy Gibbons: Building a Music Career – Gig Gab Podcast 173 appeared first on Gig Gab.