1. "Wow, you sound just like _______!"
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Even if it's intended to be a compliment.
2. "So, what do you guys do for a living?"
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I really don't want to talk about the worst part of my day, thank you.
3. "Hey, I don't have any money. Can I have a CD/T-shirt/sticker? Pretty please?"
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It has $15 written on it for a reason.
4. "Unfortunately, we can't pay any of the bands, but I swear, it'll be incredible exposure!"
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And by "great," you probably mean the bartender and my two friends who come out to all of the shows anyway.
5. "Wow, you guys sound so good! Why aren't you famous?"
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Great question!
6. "Could you guys turn your amps down? The folks in the bar are trying to watch the game."
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Oh, how rude of us! We'll just break out the air instruments, no worries.
7. "You know, getting discovered is pretty easy. You just need to put some videos on YouTube!"
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Unfortunately, that's unlikely unless we add an adorable kitten to the lineup.
8. "Great set, but I couldn't hear the _______ at all."
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Rad – we couldn't hear it, either.
9. "You guys need more cowbell."
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Coming right up!
Dylan Welsh, a native of Seattle, Washington, grew up cutting his teeth in various club bands around the Northwest. Seeking a more diverse and challenging environment, he attended Berklee College of Music with hopes of gaining new perspectives and finding his own voice. Though music is what he does best, writing and journalism are other passions that he has kindled throughout his academic life.
