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EPISODE · Jan 16, 2026 · 46 MIN

Episode 412: 10 Bandleader Mistakes That Hurt Your Band and Cost You Gigs

from Cover Band Confidential's Podcast (Music Business, Gigging Tips & Making Money as a Musician) · host Coverband Confidential

Being the bandleader means more than calling songs and sending texts no one answers. In this episode, we go through ten common bandleader mistakes that damage morale, create confusion, and quietly make your band less professional in the eyes of venues, clients, and your own musicians. If you want to lead a stronger band, book better gigs, and stop stepping on rakes as a leader, this episode is for you.MaestroDMX (10% off discount link): https://maestrodmx.com/discount/DISCOUNT4CBC?redirect=%2Fproducts%2FmaestrodmxBlank Contracts & Riders: https://www.coverbandconfidential.com/store/performance-contractsBacking Track Resources: https://www.coverbandconfidential.com/store/backing-track-resourcesThank you so much for tuning in!  If you want to help be sure to like, subscribe and share with your friends!  Linktree: linktr.ee/adampatrickjohnson                linktr.ee/coverbandconfidentialFollow us on Instagram!@coverbandconfidential@adampatrickjohnson@danraymusicianIf you have any questions please email at:[email protected] supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/coverbandconfidentialOr buy us a cup of coffee!paypal.me/cbconfidentialAnd for more info check out www.coverbandconfidential.comGear Used in this Video (Affiliate):Sony ZV-E10 Mirrorless Camera: https://amzn.to/3DBqtOyElgato Prompter: https://amzn.to/3X3IAq8 Shure SM7B: https://amzn.to/4dDCJx0 Elgato Stream Deck XL: https://amzn.to/3gKjhqiMagic Arm Camera Friction Mount: https://amzn.to/3SK5yNk

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