Question of the day 2..what makes you want to see a band live, the songs, the show...

Chris Lotesto

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We'd like to get your take on what it takes to get you out to see a live show
on both a local and national level....is the songs, the live energy and production
of the show, the sincerity of the performance, all the above.....you tell us! :)
 
A little bit from our perspective...

The greatest thing about playing live is the energy "feeding frenzy" that occurs between a band and the audience,
each continues to feed off each others energy created an amazing vibe that you just can't get from spinning a tune
at home. Being both performers and fans, we've been quite fortunate to be able to experience this "frenzy" from both
sides of the stage and it's an amazing feeling indeed!

Besides the energy, there is also something to be said for adding some extra "theater" and production to a show, to
really kick it up several notches! It's something we are always trying to achieve and it's something we always enjoy
as fans, especially for shows on a larger scale. You've got the sweaty, intimate, all energy/vibe shows in small clubs
and then the larger arena style shows where, besides the energy, you've got to dial it up and add extra stuff to really
fill out the place to create an over the top experience. Then, you've got all shows in between, where you've gotta
find a happy medium to satisfy then senses. It's also great when you get to witness a band taking some musical chances
above and beyond just giving the songs a swift kick in the energy live as well!

There are no hard n fast rules but live music is indeed an exciting environment and no matter what technology is developed,
it's unimaginable that it will ever take place of the magic that bands and fans create together at a live concert.

Cheers, we're looking forward to getting back on stage and creating some of that magic once again with you guys!