practicing on the music for weeks ahead of the gig? pea-sized brain practicing a few days before the gig? normal-sized brain practicing on the music on the way to the gig? ascended LEARNING THE MUSIC WHILST PLAYING THE GIG? FUCKING UNIVERSE-TIER
This is amazing! I worked in a band in which the singer used to rewrite the scores half an hour before the shows in backstage. I"m so bad at reading that it got me into so much stressful moments. I can only admire the musician Adam Neely is once again!
I always enjoy your gig vlogs, because they paint a very honest picture of a working musician. It's fascinating to see how you solve these problems and treat things with a sense of professionalism.
"...super Brooklyn hipster bullshit..." Couldn't quite find the description for this one until he said it. It seems like a had-to-have-been-there sort of performance, but the process behind learning this show, let alone the musical score, was damned interesting. Great post.
Adam, I keep making this comment on your Gig Vlogs but, I am fascinated how you improve yourself over and over with your editing. It's almost like a Tarantino movie except you did show the Gig. Keep up the good work.
>you get a show >you get a date for the show >you can't even fucking practice because you don't even know wtf you're even going to play >this totally makes sense seriously tho, explain yourself
Håvard Sætre pretty well, actually. I play piano, so I didn't get to practice it before the concert, but I had heard the piece before and pretty much knew what was important
This looks like it’s straight from the centre of a movie highlighting a bass player that’s trying to prove himself in the jazz scene, Adam, truly an inspirational vlog
I usually hate vlogs because i feel as if they are just lazy self recordings to maximize content minutes but I love how you use practical footage and this actually made me feel like im watching a movie excerpt..
I used to do what josh does with a dance company. Major props for getting it together for both of you! Its really not easy if you dont know whats going on lol
Adam! Maybe my favourite gig vlog to date! Not only did you edit together a really cool narrative between your first conception of the piece to its execution, but it was also for a really cool performance too. Amazed there were only about 30 people there, given the number of performers and the quality of the show... Keep going my man
This is one of the coolest vlogs I've ever seen; it was so cool to see the MD giving you the playbook while you edited it together with his explanation. This was a fantastic watch!
This is nothing short than amazing. The show itself, but most importantly the documentation of it. It's so great to be able to see the results of the brief explanation. Great job!
Hey Adam, I was curious about your relationship with the soundman on gigs. Which characteristics make a memorable (and professional) engineer, and what traits get on your nerves a lot? Also what do you think about the engineer being an extension of the band? As an aspiring live sound engineer, it would be helpful to get some real world perspective on the matter. Keep up the good shizz, Thanks!
Wow, that was more in depth than what I imagine a hostage rescue briefing would be. Very thorough....odd, that's the second time I've used the word thorough today....
I loved how you edited this video. I could feel the frantic energy at the beginning and then it turns into just creative energy as you got your footing.
I go to a local rock jam/open mic sometimes with my bass for the hell of it. Some guys will come up and ask me to play bass on some random rock song. I'll look up the chords on my phone, and if there is an important bass lick maybe the tabs, and in a few minutes I'm doing it live like Bill O'Reilly. Sometimes it's a train wreck, but usually it works out ok. Also, the more you drink the harder it gets (but the more the audience drinks, the better I sound).
Why is this HAND DOWN the most compelling video I've ever seen. Dude you're mad talented and I love this. I want to play like you and I've never even held a bass before. Seriously considering renting one or something just to try it out! Dont ever stop man
This is absolutely incredible. I wouldn’t even be able to remember the Uber conversation. Love the real-time direction, and your editing together of the instruction and performance are spot on.
One of the best Tom and Jerry scenes ever. They had a bunch of fantastic musical numbers and parodies in those old cartoons, orchestrated sound effects and background music too. Shame they took all of it off the air (as far as I've seen), too violent and offensive I guess hahah...
Adam you continue to amaze me. What an interesting life. You are a pro: calm and collected but never pompous, stuffy or grumpy, and obviously with an evolved sense of humor -- I'd say that would serve you well in a situation like this!
Great work and a real pleasure to see the level of communication, but also enjoyment between you guys. It really shows how all the hard work of practicing and being professional pays off in a situation with such a tight schedule.
I'm not being mean, but did it even pay $10O? Minus the cab? Just lugging the amp upstairs would kill me, let alone the sightreading. Asking for a friend, who tried being a jazz musician in NYC back in mid 90s.
@@spinningbackkick6021 75$ isn't bad. He didn't have to prep at all. All of the work was done on the day. The performance wasn't even primarily music. The material was easy, and he got breaks. It's like 3 hours of work and interesting material.
Disappointed your livestream from last night isn't listed. I started watching last night but it was too late here in UK and I had to go to bed, was hoping to catch up with it today. PS. Great Vlog!
Guessing it was him doing the Scallon Challenge? (Didn't see he did a livestream, but got a Bandcamp notification with a "song made and mixed live in one hour".) Isn't it still in your viewing history? And if so, mind sharing the link?
Man forget your one hour composition mission, it’s so impressive that you read this show down with no rehearsal and just a talk through. That’s dope! Nice job.
God I'd love to play for real dancers, there's something amazing about that connection between humans separated by space but connected by sound. Mind you, that's a double fantasy: There's nowhere near here to do that, and my time keeping isn't even close to good enough to play for professional dancers... ...hmmm, where *did* I put that metronome?
I missed this video when It came out, but watching it now, I think its one of the best you've ever made. Being able to see both sides of the performance at the same time really does something that makes it more interesting.
Dude... long time listener, Patreon supporter, and first time poster. This is such a great vlog - A real glimpse into the working man’s music scene. I am amazed at your calm demeanor, never once saying wha?? (so... much... effort...) It’s all business - what the client wants. I will totally recommend this to any of my friends who say they want to pursue a living as a professional musician. Pursue your eclectic tastes on your own time. At a gig? Ask for clarity, then shut up and play!
Hey Adam, Would being a pianist and vocalist make it easier to have a successful music career in NYC? , because those two instruments seem to be more accessible than say, a tuba player. What’s your opinion between the connection between instrument and success? Thanks.
It seems that some people are thinking the Josh and Adam are agreeing amongst themselves that the dance show is "super Brooklyn hipster bullshit." They aren't. They are saying that the dance show has one intentional joke about "Brooklyn hipster bullshit" in it, and Adam and Josh get and like the joke.
Can I say one more time how much I LOVE the editing you do on these type of videos. It's insane how much a simple edit makes it satisfactory and it gives it a sense of unity. Amazing work! PS: Also, the fact that youre just taking all that in in an Uber run.... well... you're awesome.
He's not "learning the music" on the way to the gig, Adam and the MD are reviewing the show cues & music charts and discussing the writer's vision for the event. Which sounds like Maximum Andy Kaufman.
Well isn't that basically learning the music? Once you reach a certain level of proficiency with an instrument, learning songs in a style that you're somewhat familiar with is mostly about knowing the form and playing with a band, maybe a melody line here and there. I mean, there was definitely some stuff about the general flow of the gig, but I don't think calling this "learning the music" is inaccurate.
poiewhfopiewhf & variousthings : Re: my Andy Kaufman reference. I was pointing out that his spirit is alive and well in this event. When Adam & Josh Thee MD are talking in the Uber, Josh mentions the performance is intended to make the audience uncomfortable, actors are performing "on stage" and some are discreetly planted in the audience and the intention is to make us question the standard performer/audience relationship by blurring the line between the real performance and the "real performance". That whole approach is cool to perform & watch and comes straight out of classic Andy Kaufman performances...whether the writers intended this as homage or not, it's almost impossible not to make the association and that's fine, it does not take anything away from this event's validity. I lived in New York for most of my life, I would've gone to see this in a heartbeat if I was still there.
Really liked the format of this. The "We do it like that" explenation and then instantly seeing how it turned out was really cool to watch
Totally! Reminded me of Oceans Eleven and other movies.
It's like a heist movie!
Agreed! The cuts back and forth were excellent for explanation and pacing
Yeah, i really enjoyed that style of editing
Yeah, right! It's like a Guy Ritchie's movie
shout out to josh bailey
Yes.
gig vlog 22 i think you'll find
Dude, I love the editing. Reminds me of those bank heist movies, where they cut back and forth between the explanation and the execution of the plan.
He's the finest ''Muiscal director'' in NYC
18 hrs later....I still haven't got it!
Learning the music on the way to the gig? ABSOLUTE MADLAD
I Gamer Well I should have known jazz was not a normie-friendly environment
practicing on the music for weeks ahead of the gig? pea-sized brain
practicing a few days before the gig? normal-sized brain
practicing on the music on the way to the gig? ascended
LEARNING THE MUSIC WHILST PLAYING THE GIG? FUCKING UNIVERSE-TIER
Josep Mir r/madlads
@@FrankieProkop Everyone, Frankie is really cool: This guy has reddit!
This is amazing! I worked in a band in which the singer used to rewrite the scores half an hour before the shows in backstage. I"m so bad at reading that it got me into so much stressful moments. I can only admire the musician Adam Neely is once again!
Credit to your MD.
A doctor AND a musician. Simply incredible.
@@Hennu_TRM That’s a terrible joke. Good job.
That party is litterally what everybody thinks is going on in Brooklyn
This gives me so much second hand anxiety lmao Great job dude
Shot like a heist flick. Nice touch!
Didnt think of it that way, but its so true! Going over the plans while overlaying cuts of it happening, too cool
@@patrickftw8464 Adam Neely is a god
I always enjoy your gig vlogs, because they paint a very honest picture of a working musician. It's fascinating to see how you solve these problems and treat things with a sense of professionalism.
LOL as if this is real :D
@@mikebyj2310
You wot
@@mikebyj2310 it most likely is.... i had shows and concerts like that, and im nowhere his lvl.
@@ImAnBoosterBaby Did you set up a camera and record it all as well? Is that a normal thing to do?
@@mikebyj2310 he probs didn't, but he also isn't a youtuber.
Wonderful editing on this one Adam!
Exactly what I was thinking all the way through x)
It's like a heist movie!
Really good sight reading man. Also, the MD did an incredible job in summing up everything really quickly.
EvilAlbear yep
EvilAlbear Yep
yep
Mungeon Daster
Yep
(Bass heavy, Palms sweaty, Adam Neely)
mom's spaghetti
Josh Bailey
hotel, trivago
Hahaha
Licc, Ready
“Josh Bailey, MUISCAL director”
He might be the director of a group of people in northern South America.
Sam Smith lol I didnt even catch that the first time around
Comes from the Spanish term '' muy scale'' - very musical
@@Tekni That doesn't make any sense lol
"...super Brooklyn hipster bullshit..."
Couldn't quite find the description for this one until he said it. It seems like a had-to-have-been-there sort of performance, but the process behind learning this show, let alone the musical score, was damned interesting. Great post.
EricssonB one of the first things that came to mind too lmao. Some next level hipster shit here
I believe the word pretentious should be thrown in there somewhere
I would have forgotten 90% of the instructions in the Uber. Good work!
BAwesomeDesign I would have to pencil everything in the music in order for me to know what to do
Josh is an AWESOME MD! I have seen many other MDs who were not so "together" as Josh. Thank you, Adam, for taking us with you on this gig!
I learned the lick in an Uber on the way to a gig
Proud of you man , you're going places
L I C C*
y tho
Khalid Alzouma Of course he's going places, he said he was in an Uber, duh!
... Sorry, that's the 539th worst joke I've ever attempted.
doodleoodleoop doo doo
Ok that weird dance thing is really strange. The video layout was super awesome though. Love your channel Adam!
Yeah, that was sweet video layout/editing.
Yeah I love the explanation and cut to execution. So interesting that way.
"that weird dance" is contemporary dance, which is really weird. Like contemporary music (in the fashion of classic/contemporary/modern)
I wouldn’t say strange, I would different
CJSpot some kind of New York Feminists dance?
this video takes all the gusto! I love it! A true music vlog. Thanks Adam!
Lovin' the superbrooklynhipsterbullsh*t on this one Adam!
Not one of Nintendo's more popular releases.
Christian Miller It's been a year and it's still the funniest comment I've seen in awhile
This is what I understand when people say "professional musician". It's superb.
Wow. That looked like a crazy gig.
Is there a word for "beyond professional"? Holy shit...
Gwarnak “Adam Neely” is the new term
I'm in awe. I would be crapping in my pants and flubbing it in a cold sweat.
They don't call you fudgesauce for nothin'! ;)
"I'm not wearin' the brown underpants for nothin'!"
It says that this comment was posted a week ago but the video has been uploaded today(wtf?)
Péter Kádár woa you're right wtf
He is a patreon and can watch Adam´s videos earlier
Rodrigo Yeah, possibly, but it might actually be just a glitch
The interplay of the taxi footage and the actual gig was perfect. It helped contextualize everything in an easy to follow way. Love it, great stuff
Adam, I keep making this comment on your Gig Vlogs but, I am fascinated how you improve yourself over and over with your editing. It's almost like a Tarantino movie except you did show the Gig. Keep up the good work.
Also super true in the classical world. I got my piano score 15 minutes before my concert once
Luke Knudsen how did it turn out?
>you get a show
>you get a date for the show
>you can't even fucking practice because you don't even know wtf you're even going to play
>this totally makes sense
seriously tho, explain yourself
Håvard Sætre pretty well, actually. I play piano, so I didn't get to practice it before the concert, but I had heard the piece before and pretty much knew what was important
Luke Knudsen you look like Adem Knealy
btw the editing is superb, 5:19 awesome overlay
indeed!!
Also shows how good an MD and drummer Josh is, tempo is rock solid.
This looks like it’s straight from the centre of a movie highlighting a bass player that’s trying to prove himself in the jazz scene, Adam, truly an inspirational vlog
damn and i cant hand in a fucking essay on time lol
fuzzydunlop45 same
Jumping into that seems borderline impossible, amazing job to all of you.
I usually hate vlogs because i feel as if they are just lazy self recordings to maximize content minutes but I love how you use practical footage and this actually made me feel like im watching a movie excerpt..
I used to do what josh does with a dance company. Major props for getting it together for both of you! Its really not easy if you dont know whats going on lol
Funny seeing Adam absorbing and not emitting information for a change.
I love how as he's explaining it to you, the video cuts to the thing he's explaining actually happening in the gig. Brilliant
Quality editing. You really pulled me in. Good job.
loved the format on how the cab ride was the timeline for storytelling your actual video. big fan
Your MD would make a good Raid lead.
10/10 would apply to his guild.
... Id probably get declined.
You gave yourself so much grief when you wrote your song in an hour, so now you show us this amazing musicianship. Well played my dude.
Gotta say, not a lot of tunes have a Harvey Weinstein solo
damn. love seeing these genuine experiences as a professional musician
I admire this amount of professionalism so much. Also the editing was superb! Keep it up
Adam! Maybe my favourite gig vlog to date! Not only did you edit together a really cool narrative between your first conception of the piece to its execution, but it was also for a really cool performance too. Amazed there were only about 30 people there, given the number of performers and the quality of the show... Keep going my man
Learning my parts for my next gig while watching your gig!
That’s absolutely terrifying and ridiculously impressive. Props to you guys for pulling that together so solidly
The thumbnail makes you look like you're from a ps2 game.
Hylian Toxicated yeah like Indigo Prophecy or some shit.
He is actually. Adam Neely was a cancelled Ubisoft project.
best comment
Nothing to do with the video, but I have to acknowledge your god-tier username. I see you're a man of culture as well.
I really love this intimate look at the life of a gig musician. Thanks so much for sharing these with us Adam. I love them.
Flawless editing, A++.
This is one of the coolest vlogs I've ever seen; it was so cool to see the MD giving you the playbook while you edited it together with his explanation. This was a fantastic watch!
U have become an amazing editor
You are an inspiration. Particularly your playing and your work ethic. Thanks for sharing this with us.
"Today Im subbing on a modern dance show" LMAO I knew being a contemporary dancer lurking in ur vids would pay of eventually
This is nothing short than amazing. The show itself, but most importantly the documentation of it. It's so great to be able to see the results of the brief explanation. Great job!
Thanks for reminding me why I left New York, great video by the way.
C'mon man, this editing is a masterpiece. An entire movie under 10 minutes. Awesome
I was sooooo bored yesterday when there was no vid, BUT now I'm super happy.
Keep on the good work dude! 🤙
SO AWESOME ADAM! You are living the dream! Live in the moment, you are deeply imersed in the good ol days...
Hey Adam,
I was curious about your relationship with the soundman on gigs. Which characteristics make a memorable (and professional) engineer, and what traits get on your nerves a lot? Also what do you think about the engineer being an extension of the band? As an aspiring live sound engineer, it would be helpful to get some real world perspective on the matter.
Keep up the good shizz, Thanks!
woah the production of that show & the dancers look amazing
That's how a pro Musician does it!
I love how prepared and organised this was - THAT'S how you MD. We all could learn from that!
Wow, that was more in depth than what I imagine a hostage rescue briefing would be. Very thorough....odd, that's the second time I've used the word thorough today....
I loved how you edited this video. I could feel the frantic energy at the beginning and then it turns into just creative energy as you got your footing.
Jazz performance art! I’ve had a couple experiences like this, but with nothing anywhere close to as cool as this. Slaying 💖🦑💖
This is exactly the kind of content I like to see. It gives us so much insight into the day to day life of a working musician. Thanks!
I go to a local rock jam/open mic sometimes with my bass for the hell of it. Some guys will come up and ask me to play bass on some random rock song. I'll look up the chords on my phone, and if there is an important bass lick maybe the tabs, and in a few minutes I'm doing it live like Bill O'Reilly. Sometimes it's a train wreck, but usually it works out ok. Also, the more you drink the harder it gets (but the more the audience drinks, the better I sound).
I wish all parties and practice started at 8 am in the morning. All disciplines
Why is this HAND DOWN the most compelling video I've ever seen. Dude you're mad talented and I love this. I want to play like you and I've never even held a bass before. Seriously considering renting one or something just to try it out! Dont ever stop man
Haha, this is pretty insane! Good job
This remains my favourite video of yours Adam. Professional musicians and professional part-teaching!
The hair looks awesome...
This is absolutely incredible. I wouldn’t even be able to remember the Uber conversation. Love the real-time direction, and your editing together of the instruction and performance are spot on.
Does anyone else remember Is You Is Or Is You Ain't My Baby being in an episode of Tom and Jerry?
One of the best Tom and Jerry scenes ever. They had a bunch of fantastic musical numbers and parodies in those old cartoons, orchestrated sound effects and background music too. Shame they took all of it off the air (as far as I've seen), too violent and offensive I guess hahah...
Agreed. My favorite scene from T&J. Cheers to awesome music and awesome vids, Adam!
I've had a couple of similar experiences, so watching this video, I actually felt stressed out, and then felt huge relief at the cha-cha-cha lol
"If you could play that... that'd be great."
Adam you continue to amaze me. What an interesting life. You are a pro: calm and collected but never pompous, stuffy or grumpy, and obviously with an evolved sense of humor -- I'd say that would serve you well in a situation like this!
Super challenging lol I enjoy these. Good job.
Great work and a real pleasure to see the level of communication, but also enjoyment between you guys. It really shows how all the hard work of practicing and being professional pays off in a situation with such a tight schedule.
A drummer as a Music Director?
You don't see something like that every day. :P
There are a few really great ones in Chicago...I imagine there are phenomenal ones in NYC
Drummers usually run bands.
This setup of going over the gig and showing the gig kinda in realtime as you read out the music is really cool
I'm not being mean, but did it even pay $10O? Minus the cab? Just lugging the amp upstairs would kill me, let alone the sightreading.
Asking for a friend, who tried being a jazz musician in NYC back in mid 90s.
Gummy bears m8.
at a rate of 432 per second
I bet he made like $75 for that gig.. If true that sucks.. But the drummer charged $500..
@@spinningbackkick6021 75$ isn't bad. He didn't have to prep at all. All of the work was done on the day. The performance wasn't even primarily music. The material was easy, and he got breaks. It's like 3 hours of work and interesting material.
Great editing, and of course made consistent by Josh's seamless direction. This has got to be my favorite gig vlog so far.
Disappointed your livestream from last night isn't listed. I started watching last night but it was too late here in UK and I had to go to bed, was hoping to catch up with it today. PS. Great Vlog!
Guessing it was him doing the Scallon Challenge? (Didn't see he did a livestream, but got a Bandcamp notification with a "song made and mixed live in one hour".) Isn't it still in your viewing history? And if so, mind sharing the link?
ua-cam.com/video/ghvKU9HY9RY/v-deo.html
That's how it's done. Nice job by both of you. Been in similar, seat of the pants stuff! Brilliant for folks to see the sausages get made.
Dude amazing editing!
And I kinda wish I was here for this performance. This seemed pretty cool to even be a witness to, let alone perform.
Man forget your one hour composition mission, it’s so impressive that you read this show down with no rehearsal and just a talk through. That’s dope! Nice job.
God I'd love to play for real dancers, there's something amazing about that connection between humans separated by space but connected by sound.
Mind you, that's a double fantasy: There's nowhere near here to do that, and my time keeping isn't even close to good enough to play for professional dancers...
...hmmm, where *did* I put that metronome?
I missed this video when It came out, but watching it now, I think its one of the best you've ever made. Being able to see both sides of the performance at the same time really does something that makes it more interesting.
Ending with gummy bears? Looks like we've got a fan of 12tone here
12tones ends with a handful of gummy bears--Adam Neeley responds with whole bag! SHOTS FIRED!
Dude... long time listener, Patreon supporter, and first time poster. This is such a great vlog - A real glimpse into the working man’s music scene. I am amazed at your calm demeanor, never once saying wha?? (so... much... effort...) It’s all business - what the client wants. I will totally recommend this to any of my friends who say they want to pursue a living as a professional musician. Pursue your eclectic tastes on your own time. At a gig? Ask for clarity, then shut up and play!
Hey you live in the Bronx?! Spotted my old hood Hull lol
The editing job on this video is sooooo good! Love how Josh's instructions in the car are blended with the actual gig recordings.
Hey Adam,
Would being a pianist and vocalist make it easier to have a successful music career in NYC? , because those two instruments seem to be more accessible than say, a tuba player.
What’s your opinion between the connection between instrument and success?
Thanks.
There is also the concept of quantity to consider though. There are probably a lot more singers and pianists available than say, tuba players.
Always cool to see the behind the scenes of these gigs. Keep it up!
Hey why'd you unlist your livestream? It was some top quality stuff 👌
yes, I would rate the livestream 11 out of 8
People were being real dicks in the chat unfortunately
Brilliant editing. Cool insights to a modern gigging musicians life. Well done!
It seems that some people are thinking the Josh and Adam are agreeing amongst themselves that the dance show is "super Brooklyn hipster bullshit." They aren't. They are saying that the dance show has one intentional joke about "Brooklyn hipster bullshit" in it, and Adam and Josh get and like the joke.
Can I say one more time how much I LOVE the editing you do on these type of videos. It's insane how much a simple edit makes it satisfactory and it gives it a sense of unity. Amazing work!
PS: Also, the fact that youre just taking all that in in an Uber run.... well... you're awesome.
This is my kind of art
The most inspiring cool video I have seen in a long time. Thank you for recording this!
He's not "learning the music" on the way to the gig, Adam and the MD are reviewing the show cues & music charts and discussing the writer's vision for the event. Which sounds like Maximum Andy Kaufman.
Well isn't that basically learning the music? Once you reach a certain level of proficiency with an instrument, learning songs in a style that you're somewhat familiar with is mostly about knowing the form and playing with a band, maybe a melody line here and there. I mean, there was definitely some stuff about the general flow of the gig, but I don't think calling this "learning the music" is inaccurate.
omg no. no this has nothing to do with Andy
Russell Szabados Andy Kaufman or Charlie Kaufman?
poiewhfopiewhf & variousthings : Re: my Andy Kaufman reference. I was pointing out that his spirit is alive and well in this event. When Adam & Josh Thee MD are talking in the Uber, Josh mentions the performance is intended to make the audience uncomfortable, actors are performing "on stage" and some are discreetly planted in the audience and the intention is to make us question the standard performer/audience relationship by blurring the line between the real performance and the "real performance". That whole approach is cool to perform & watch and comes straight out of classic Andy Kaufman performances...whether the writers intended this as homage or not, it's almost impossible not to make the association and that's fine, it does not take anything away from this event's validity. I lived in New York for most of my life, I would've gone to see this in a heartbeat if I was still there.
Ebenezer Kaufman.
Kudos to the way you edited this, makes it easily digestible and super interesting.