Playing Live - 15 Things You May NOT Have Thought About!
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- Опубліковано 30 чер 2024
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00:00 Intro
00:58 50% Off My Ableton Live Course
01:33 Before You Leave The House
03:07 Stage Set Up
04:53 Fail To Prepare - Prepare To Fail
07:54 At The Show
09:43 Social Media & Promotion
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As a guitarist, yup velcro. Also check that the knob fairies haven’t been messing with your pedals.
All good stuff, but as ex-roadcrew let me add a few more:
1) Make backups- have at least three backups on USB sticks of all your DAW files, samples etc. Keep one on your person, one in your luggage, and one with another person if you're travelling together. Also, if a bit of kit fails, have backup patches on other kit for that sound. They may not be quite identical, but the punters won't notice and it might get you through a show that would otherwise fall apart.
2) Make friends with the Stage Manager, or at least treat them with respect. A live show involves give and take, and for the most part, the SM is the one doing the giving and taking. She/He can also help solve problems, say your laptop dies, the SM might well be able to help with a loaner from the crew or other artist to get you going. They can also point you to cool bars and places to eat or chill that you might otherwise never discover.
3) Leave your ego at home - "Do you know how important I think I am!" does not go down well. By all means be assertive for something that matters, but don't make it personal, treat others with respect, and they will do the same to you.
4) Enjoy yourself! Even if it all starts going wrong, there's no point getting upset about it during the show, just muddle on through and learn from the experience for next time.
5) Have fun! Yes, I know I'm repeating myself, but in the end, it's the only thing that matters!
Great advice!! 👏🏻
my biggest regret i am now in my 50s we didn't have cameras on phones and few pics that got printed went missing. telling the story of amazing nights gets harder. so you younger guys keep and back up your footage.
As someone who has been in the role of "engineer you don't know" many times, your IEM (in-ear monitoring) tip was pure gold. Digital mixers have made this easier to some extent, especially if one has the luxury of a sound check, or a rehearsal. But ultimately, the FOH (front of house sound) engineer's job is to cater to the ticketed patrons first, which often means the monitor mixes aren't as good as they should be. Contrary to popular opinion, the engineers generally aren't thrilled about this limitation either. (I'm definitely not.) Personal IEMs are a great place to start solving this problem. Hope I can catch one of your shows someday!
Thanks for the tips! That would be awesome 👏🏻 ❤
@@RachelKCollierRKC One important thing that is often overlooked with IEMs: frequencies. Different countries have different regulations concerning the frequency spectrum. Your UK Shure IEM pack may well be illegal in Belgium (I pick BE, not only because I'm from Belgium, but also because the free UHF spectrum there is very limited). And the legality of your used frequency might be the least of your problems. There is propably a reason they're not legal to use. As in there might be a giant TV transmitter in broadcasting on that frequency. Good luck with your 10mW pack competing against a TV tower.
And, don't forget to communicate with the local crew about the wireless equipment you're using. Those guys (and gals) might have 20 to 30 wireless transmitters in the air, carefully prepared and calculated to not interfere with each other. You as a musician can ruin such a wel tought out plan just by turning on your wireless rig. If you just tell them what type of wireless equipment you have with you, they can calculate a frequency that won't interfere with their equipment. Especially reporters of local TV stations are a real pest in this regard. I've had to pause a show because a camera crew wandered in and their (cheap) RF equipment messed with several mics and IEM's of the performers.
On the other hand, as Ted said, if you are running your own monitors, that makes life easier for us local crew. Not because we don't want to give you the best, but it's difficult to communicate your needs during a very hectic change over. And communication only gets worse once the performance starts.
Great tips - and listen people the COURSES are fantastic - she knows her stuff and is a great teacher. Thanks for all you do Rachel!
THANK YOU SO MUCH JIM!!! much appreciated xxx
Guys this course is one of the most useful courses I’ve ever took as a musician! I was gigging with bands for years but now I produce music independently I really want to take it to stage, but knowing how hard it is to find musicians who are willing to work with an aspiring indie artist I decided to find a way to perform solo. And RKC course finally gave me a roadmap on how to do it!
Wow 🤩 thanks so much for all your support ❤ good luck with everything 💕
On the nerves of my first eletronic gig, and just by watching the vids and your course, I feel like you´re holding my hand all the way. Thank for doing what you do and putting this incredible content out there.
Gosh what a reply! Thank you - So glad to hear that xxx
Kids, listen to her. Every word is golden! 25 years on stage as a hobbiest and can relate very much ;-)
Awesome! I just bought your course. I always hoped you would make one!! I've felt overwhelmed about where to even start for years with live performance. So thank you for making this. Look forward to diving in!
Thanks for sharing such rare information with your first hand experiences... this will really help new artist to be more ready for their live shows.. Respect and much love RKC :)
Thanks Nik 😍
Terrific piece Rach! Very valuable and practical info for live performers. Keep on doin' it!
Thank you!! ❤
Ahhhh!! I'm glad I got to see you play live again!! You always crush it on stage so you def have your prep down ♥️♥️♥️ can't wait for the next show!!
You take your own advice and enjoy the bits. Thanks for sharing.
Just to add to the going on stage thing, I've do it for over 29 years,.. The trick is knowing the music and also knowing they came to see you! Then you just jam yo!
Great tips! Thanks for sharing. Just bought your course for live performance. Looking forward to it. Cheers!
Some excellent tips there; applicable to pretty much any musician. In regards to monitor mixes; if you're not mixing your own in-ears (especially if you don't get an opportunity to sound check (yes, this sadly does sometimes happen at multi-band and low budget events)) make sure your tech spec for the sound engineer is correct. Of the hundreds of bands I mixed for in 2022, take a guess how many of their tech spec's were correct...? Nope, wrong... NONE of them!
This entire video is golden from tip to toe! A thousand thank yous!
Ah awesome glad you think so! xxx
thanks rachel for yet another super informative video! you're live performances inspired me to go full on dawless looping nerd and i love it. now that i play more and more gigs, this is super valuable ✌️😊
Thanks so much! 😄
Great content Rachel! I really enjoy how you create your music, and you've both helped an inspired me as I delve into the Ableton world for real time electronic performance.
As a seasoned musician, and a sound tech, you've really hit on most of the top points!
Whether touring or just a neighbourhood gig, its ALWAYS essential to be ready for anything.
The only thing to ad, especially for electronic musicians is making sure all your cables are working before the gig!
Thanks so much!! ❤
Nice one, Rachel! And lots of good points! Especially important to remember to have fun and be grateful for every time we get to do this. Nerves are part of the kick for me personally but it takes some getting used to, not going to lie. Also would HIGHLY recommend both courses for anyone that haven’t taken them. Really helped me getting to grips with both Ableton and the Push way more quickly than I’d be able to (oooooooohhh almost a pun here) myself. Such a great artist and teacher!
Thanks so much for all your support 🙏🏻❤
yes, yes, yes, yes, yes, yes, yes, yes, and yes!
Invaluable information from true and tested experience. Thanks Rachel for sharing!!
Thanks so much for watching 😄❤
Super helpful tips, thanks ✨
I definitely recommend the courses. I did both production and performance courses and they are great. Keep up the great work Rachel.
Wow 🤩 thanks so much for all your support ❤
Great sharing with lots of information 💗💗
Thank you so much for the love! x
Hi Rachel,
thank you so much for this video!
These are very valuable tips!
I've also been a live musician for many years and I'm always surprised how much can happen live and how much you have to pay attention to.
I can't say to what extent it applies to electronic music though (I play electric guitar):
One thing I think is important to mention. It's about backup devices. I have experienced too often that devices fail/break down during live performance. Therefore, I have a backup for almost everything. I put it as close to the stage as I can.
Thank you for all the help with making me understand music better! Especially playing live. I got thebapc bc of you actually lol much love!
Ah thanks so much for the love and the comment x
Very helpful tips, bless your hearts, thanks for sharing :)
Thank you loads of amazing information ❤️
Thanks for watching 😄❤
That you are good and professional is sure. But what I would like to highlight is your modesty and your sympathy. You are on the right path. Greetings from Italy.
Thanks so much! 😄❤ 🇮🇹
Blimey, your life seems hectic - but FUN!. Thank you for all your great music, your drops are earth shattering 🤠🤠
I toured from 1990 to 2003 and then I retired from all that and now I do solo piano gigs. I remember worrying about my voice getting through a full set……12 songs…..if ONLY. I sing four hours straight now. It was the one good thing about touring. I miss Short sets
Great job with this video!
A much needed video.
Velcro, OMG thats such an amazing tip!!! I;m going to go out and buy some. Thanks so much and an amazing video as always!
All great recommendations - minimizing gear is one that even if you are playing a local is the best and hardest to learn sometimes. It can involve rethinking set lists and arrangements, so it is also an interesting artistic exercise.
Also, the one about the snacks, was totally dead on. I don't go international so I can do this, I always keep a cup of noodles and a tin of tiny fish in my case -jik.
One you didn't mention -- but, if you are regional (US definition of regional) or multi-regional -- and driving yourself to your out of town gigs -- if you are beat after the gig, even if you were planning on driving through the night to the next city or home, it's better and safer to get a room and get a nap -- even if it is for a few hours. An old road dog once told me - it's better to be alive and late, than just known as "The late".
Great advice 👏🏻
Great video and tips, Rachel! 🙌
Thanks for watching!! ❤😄
such good advice
Girl your voice work on Only For You is amazing! Thank you
Great tips! I gotta go throw down for your course now! 🔥
Yess!! Thanks for your support 😄❤
Great advice. Getting velcro and wood today ! Also checking out your class :)
Totally agree with the Computer-Person-Point.
I need to buy your course of course....but will have to wait for a while. Great tips!
Thanks!! 😄❤
Me sentí nervioso al ver este video, un compromiso sin margen de errores y enfrentar a tanta gente sin Banda y sola en el escenario...Wow inolvidable experiencia
GRANDE R. K. C 👍
Hey, so good to see you back again :) Just today I watched your video on content creation again :) Wishing you all the best!
Thanks so much for all
Your support 🙏🏻💕
Thank you for your great inspiration to grow a positive mindset
Thanks so much for your support ❤
Excellent advice and tips! You’re a pro 😊
Thanks so much 😄❤
Thank you for the great advice!
Thanks for watching 😄❤
Awesome advice. Thank youuu🙏
Thanks for watching 😄❤
Thanx for such great info for traveling musician!
(Strait to the point: Talented, Clever, Creative and Inspiring girl)
Greetings from Ukraine!
Course is great. Go dooo it!
Thanks so much 😄❤
Thanks for this sneak peek Rachel!
Thanks for watching and your support 😄❤
Loved this video Rachel! And just got some velcro, so already on it! 🔥 P.s 100% agree about the snack situation. So important.
Wooo 🎉 thanks for your support 😄❤
Very good points.
Thanks 😄
Thanks!
Thank you so much for this! My first super like x
Thanks for this! You're a gem :)
Thanks for watching 😄❤
Nice to make the perfect explanation about the perfect memories, Rachel!
Thanks for watching 😄❤
@@RachelKCollierRKC You're quite welcome!
You're a legend. Full stop. I don't suppose you'd share tips about how to fit the most possible gear into a small room? With a desk to work at too. Maybe you have friends with tips on this too. You could do a cribs episode :D
Allí está Neón Vines Santo Dios que Privilegios tienes eso es Grandioso Felicitaciones...❤️👍
Thanks 😄
Thank you so much for all this Information, very worth sharing!!!!
If you‘d like, share with us how you keep your spirit and your body healthy on this nerve wrecking journey.... what you actually do to recover from hours at the computer or weeks on tour! That would be great to know! 💜🤗
Rachel, I'm so stealing that trill trick at 6:20 for my next performance ( tomorrow :) ... really ). Also I'd love to catch one of your live performances. Can you provide a link to your tour schedule?
Cool to see you with Neon Vines! I think if I were going do performances, it would be with a notebook computer, an Ableton controller and a workstation KB like a Fantom, MODX, or Krome. It is crazy trying to cart a lot of stuff around, especially if you are flying!
Whatever works for you!! 😄
@@RachelKCollierRKC Exactly! Air transport rates are crazy. I can see why people buy several rigs and have them shipped via ground or freight. Or travel via ground.
Gracias por tu música en UA-cam, ojala hubiese mas canciones tuyas =)
Thanks 🙏🏻 check out my Spotify! ❤
Great tips, Rachel. The nail paint and velcro... These are things you'd never think of when you've never performed live. Will keep it in mind if I go live one day. Ps: I spy with my little eye a Belgium sweater. 🤩
Thanks for watching 😂❤
1..2...3...., bam camera drop....lol.... happened so many times b4!
Hi Rachel, when it comes to the difficulty of getting your gear to your show, do you think that if you simplify to a much more minimalistic set up would your fans be disappointed? Do your fans want to see you have a set up of several sythersizors and other gear or would they be just as happy if you had a laptop and midi controllers?
Good point! It’s my personal preference to show people exactly what I do and how much I love my craft, don’t think it would feel quite right without it all ❤
#6 How to get and retain a touring assistant !!
This is very valuable🙏🏽. I need to mine your channel to get a better perspective on your performance growth-how you started and how you got to where you are now🤙🏽
Great tips! 😍 Any recs on reliable 2-tiered keyboard stands for live? (To hold synths & small midi controllers)
Hey 👋 there’s a few on Thomann I’ve used but what’s worked best for me is attaching second tier arms to normal Xframed stands and then using custom wood pieces with Velcro for midi controllers xx
If you are playing in the UK, Australia and New Zealand 240-250V or is fine, if in Europe then it will be 220V, if in the US then 110-120V is the norm.
interesting video!
I have a whole new appreciation for live performers now.
Thanks 😄❤
Since you're emphasizing on your computer: backups. Of course you won't be restoring a computer on stage but what if it's damaged during transport or even by accident in the hotel? You might be able to run into a store and by a new one but how long does it take to get it back to the state to where you can perform on it? It might make sense to reduce this time as much as possible.
If I'm doing a string of shows over a few weeks, I find I don't really relax and get into it until after the first week. Once past that first week things become more routine and predictable with those things I can control (My gear especially). I don't often get a lot of rehearsal time and load in/load out is often frantic especially if I need to provide the PA system. Week 2+ is where the magic is, and I'm relaxed enough to start to appreciate the work. Yeah, things go wrong, things even go horrible, but with the right attitude you can roll with it and still make people happy.
Great advice 👏🏻
She is my hero
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i had a Pelican IM3000 case, but i sold it and make sure my 6 boxes and all their cords can fit in a carry-on luggage. After hearing horror stories from friends who traveled internationally, i will check my clothes, not my gear!
Good idea!! 👏🏻
@@RachelKCollierRKC thanks for dropping your knowledge on us! Much appreciated!
Do you have any tour dates in the states coming up? We'd love to see you in Denver, Colorado!
That would be amazing! Not in the near future unfortunately 💕
u r a queen
Thanks 😄❤
good tips! tell me, do you know about Madis' music?
Thanks!! 🤔 don’t think so 🤷🏻♀️
Rachel, thank you for the course - just joined it. Btw, do you know where is Neon Vines, what does she do, why she's not posting new videos?
hey thanks! She's working on her album :)
@@RachelKCollierRKC Great to know. Thank you.
You guys are amazing performers - it's a joy to see you in action. Super multi-tasking and creativity! 🤩❤
Keep it up.
@@VadimBesedin internet's also full of shameless pervs and the scum of society, I wouldn't be surprised if some have motivated her to greatly limit her online presence from now on 😑
They bother a lot of women.
Neon Goddess Vines, what a multitasking woman!!! If Rachel and Neon play together in a song, they sound like a philarmonic orchestra
Hahaha thanks 😄❤
You're the gal who collab'd with Mary Spender on how to use digital stuff right? As a digital musician who loves recording but hates performing, I can't say enough about how cool it is that you perform digitally onstage. These tips sound super-helpful, especially the "industrial Velcro", "height marking", and "no local sound guy needed" tips.
I do have one question though about your "treating your PC like a cherished person" tip: How do you guard against untimely antivirus scans, and software and OS updates while on-stage?
Thank you!! ❤ Oh haha! Definitely no Wi-Fi turned on when performing - and usually you’re at a new place where you don’t connect anyway - plus turn off all automatic updates on all software including ableton -
Rachel, i hope you are doing good.
Not heard or seen you for quite a while.
Will keep fingers crossed you are soon to return online
With a tasty video.
Love Rachel
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What a cool human entity Rachel K Collier is! 😊
Where can we watch your live performances? ❤
Will keep you posted on any gigs in the future 😄
Hello, I would to buy your course. I'm a complete beginner. Which one should I choose?
My Ableton course is accessible for all all levels 😄
This is the best thumbnail of yours I have seen so far 🔥🔥🔥 hope you'll upload the same video
Thanks so much!! 😄❤
is it possible to do a collab with Neon Vines??would be great
you are awesome but I would never like to be in your shoes as I would get a heart attack using so many different appliances along with the inner nervousness 🙂 and fearing that some vital part will fail any minute. Keep it up!!!
Thank you! Gets easier the more you do it! 😄
what is that intro song?
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Wait what…you were in Texas?
How do I get your show schedule?
Was a while ago now! Keep an eye out on my Instagram, nothing coming up in the near future ☺️ xx
Ardderchog Rachel :)
Diolch!! ❤
other simple stuff from a nerd.
backup/save. a hard disk/usb keys with copies of your stuff... just in case something dies or gets stolen.
if you have time, you can hire equipment and load up quickly...
ensure software doesnt check for updates automatically.... just sayin....
if equipment has specific needs, write them down.e.g. keyboard connects on midi ...
colour coded tape. power cables. usb cables etc. if you colour code - you know what will go where.
peace.
Great advice 👏🏻
And we make it look easy? If you ever need a camera op... Let me know.. I love stress and traveling.. X
Hahaha thanks😄
Snacks should have been the first thing.
that's 100% the main thing on touring artists minds after a show first and foremost.
Few months ago you said you cannot play live :D
Live performing has always been a passion of mine 😄
@@RachelKCollierRKC ua-cam.com/video/F2aaa_PTRu8/v-deo.html
OMG @Rachel K Collier losing hearing for 24 hours is pretty awful. I lost all of my hearing in my left ear when I was 25, the ears are so delicate and can be ruined so easily. I'd give anything to be able to hear properly again.
I know was pretty scary!! Aw gosh that must be awful for you!! 😢
@@RachelKCollierRKC I use hearing aids, so I manage, but have no spacial hearing ability (can’t tell where a sound comes from.) Also makes it pretty impossible to decipher notes in live situations so playing music with others is out. Today I can still play guitar and make music by myself with headphones. Hearing is one of those things people never truly appreciate till it’s gone.
For nerves I figure just get lost in the music. If you’re not good on stage with ppl you’re ideally good at your craft so just do what it is you do cause you’re good at that
Great advice 👏🏻