One of the most difficult things to accomplish when playing cover songs is to find a way to set yourself apart from the rest of the musicians that perform the same material. There are hundreds, if not thousands of bands that cull from the same list of tried and true songs that will go over well... Read more
John Monnecka – Cover Band Central’s “Spotlight Artist of the Week”
John Monnecka - Cover Band Central's "Spotlight Artist of the Week" If you've read any of my previous articles, you know that I like to focus on several criteria when selecting a Spotlight Artist. Among the most crucial aspects to me are song selection, musicianship, and most importantly...great vocals. The majority of musicians that play... Read more
These Guys Live – Cover Band Central “Spotlight Artist of the Week”
It isn’t always important to have great, professional musicians in a band. Many cover bands can get by just by playing crowd-pleasing songs and having an entertaining show without being incredibly proficient at their instruments. However, it’s a real treat to stumble upon a cover band that takes their job seriously enough to learn songs... Read more
The Elevators – Cover Band Central “Spotlight Artist of the Week” 03/25/14
In just about every town, every state and most countries in the world, you’ll find cover bands slogging along, playing regular shows for comparatively very little money, sometimes to very few people. But just because a group isn’t always packing rooms doesn’t necessarily diminish its level of talent. In fact, it’s not rare to stumble upon... Read more
The Molly Ringwalds – Cover Band Central “Spotlight Artist of the Week”
There's something about music from the 80's when it comes to cover bands. It could be the catchy melodies, the fist-pumping choruses, or perhaps the fact that people born in the 80's are now in or approaching their 30's. It's hard to find a cover band anywhere that doesn't incorporate some of the now classic... Read more
Mike Massé and Jeff Hall – Cover Band Central “Spotlight Artists of the Week”
You folks in internet land may have seen a surprisingly good video show up recently on your Facebook News Feed of two guys in a pizza joint slaying Toto’s “Africa.”The YouTube video has nearly three million views as of this writing, and is on its way to becoming a viral sensation—and for good reason.The song... Read more
Top 10 Reasons Why Your Cover Band Is Not Successful
All around the world, there are tens of thousands of musicians that play covers. The presentations vary considerably including, but not limited to – wedding bands, tribute bands, corporate bands, party bands, top 40 bands, bar bands, acoustic happy hour solo artists, and weekend warriors – and most play on a regular or at least... Read more