This episode is all about finding the right balance. First, how do you deal with it when you’re on a stage that’s too big for your band? Thankfully Paul and Dave have made the mistakes so you don’t have to. Then your two favorite weekend warriors dig into the mailbag to answer the question of balancing being a musician with being a productive member of a family. Neither of these balancing acts is easy, and Paul and Dave talk you through each as best they can. Press play and enjoy! Chapters/Timestamps 00:00:00 GigGab 121 – Monday, June 26, 2017 00:01:06 Last week’s Paul Costley Interview 00:02:12 Playing on a stage that’s too big Behringer X32 Mixer 00:05:35 Feeling comfortable … and then not so comfortable 00:08:01 Dave’s Second Uptown Celebration Gig 00:11:36 Rhythm Section Lock-in 00:14:10 Bryan-Band/Life Balance 00:16:52 My husband’s new hobby 00:22:57 The groupie gone awry (Hi, Lisa!) 00:23:58 Are your family members music fans? 00:28:23 Beware the opposite sex 00:29:51 “You’ll be gigging less when we get married… right?” 00:30:36 I’m a musician, that’s who I am 00:34:39 Own your situation 00:35:58 Short gigs present opportunities 00:36:20 Schedule family time 00:42:02 Bail out gracefully if you’re miserable 00:43:45 GG Outtro The post Finding Balance: Big Stages, Band, and Family – GigGab 121 appeared first on Gig Gab.