Pre Gig Band rituals

[cymbop]

Strech, do some jumping jacks or run around a bit, have a wee toke with the rhythm guitarist. Might have one beer during the second set. I am like a lot of you in that I always wash the hands pre-show. But I also like to swipe my fingertips across my forehead or beside nose for a little oil. I like the feel of a little finger-grease on my flatwounds.

 

[Deluge Of Sound]

Smoke some greenery, smoke some cigarettes, wash it down with a drink or two.

 

[makaky]

Good Stretches. A little toke. Some deep breathing. And a hand wash. Im good all night.

+1

 

[Jehos]

No real pre-show routine except making extra-sure my rig is ready to go. I've had enough panic moments when you get up on stage to start your set and for some reason nothing is coming out of your amp. Now my bass sits on a stand with the volume down and the amp speaker off. I walk up, pick up the bass, turn on the speaker, crank up the volume knob on the bass, and I'm ready to rock.

I guess between set-up and playing I do whatever I think I need to based on my mood or nerves--if I'm nervous about the show I'll try to mingle more in the crowd. Otherwise it's just time to kick back and not drink too much.

 

[Crazy Ivan]

Panic.

 

[D.A.R.K.]

i like to do a few bong hits first, then...ummm....
what were we talking about?

 

[Willy2911]

Panic.

If I were You I would make it my New ritual to do some Meditation and Deep Breathing exercises - and if all else fails
Take a huge Bong Rip

 

[Crazy Ivan]

Nah, probably better to find a band that wants to practice.

 

[DSW]

I have a fist fight with my drummer. It really helps.

 

[MatticusMania]

Nah, probably better to find a band that wants to practice.

Well, that could work too, but maybe try the deep breathing and bong rips in the meantime!

 

[BassScum]

A shot of tequila with the guitarist.

 

[Willy2911]

Well, that could work too, but maybe try the deep breathing and bong rips in the meantime!

\m/ Mmmm Bonnnggg Ripppppsssss - DOH! I mean Deep breathing

 

[The Golden Boy]

We all get together and huff a little silver spray paint.

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[ImaStupidBaby]

Stretch, piss, jaegerbomb, grab a beer, a smoker, tune up and then play.

 

[ImaStupidBaby]

We all get together and huff a little silver spray paint.

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OMG A CYBORG

 

[basshero1107]

band prayer.

 

[Tom Howland]

Me too, if I don't wash my hands before playing I feel as if I'm disrespecting my instrument.

Same here.

I'll stretch. drink some water.
I like to take a few minutes to get my head clear.

 

[awakefie]

Not much of one.

I personally double and triple check all the equipment I can. I usually change shirts in-between sets, particularly on outdoor gigs.

 

[Willy2911]

We all get together and huff a little silver spray paint.

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WOW I hope UR kidding

 

[Willy2911]

Not much of one.

I personally double and triple check all the equipment I can. I usually change shirts in-between sets, particularly on outdoor gigs.

+1 on that - but I usually just keep the shirt off - for the ladies and because I am a Sweaty pig