Gig inside a gig

Ah the classic gig inside a gig. Even though I am grateful for every show I play, this has to be my least favorite. Now I was given this opportunity (and I do call it an opportunity) because the person in charge of booking this show took a liking to my style and was kind enough to fit me in. (and what I mean by fit me in, is that she made room for me in the line up) The reason why I didn't enjoy it so much is because I couldn't actually play a full set. I only played 2 songs. The act in front of me got their time shortened and the act behind me started late. All this just to fit in a quick last minute promo set for me. (like I said, an opportunity) So although it wasn't prime, it was steak, and I never turn down an opportunity to eat (I mean play)(sorry...got lost in my metaphor)(or maybe the two are just so inter-related I get confused sometimes)

But I think the show (if you can call it that) went extremely well. As I played my two songs and I could tell the music was moving people just right. There was an almost faint air of disappointment that swept over the crowd when I ended my set so quickly. It was indiscernible to all save for the astute.

I was able to network a little while afterwards and book a couple more gigs just based on how well the performance went. So I may not have satisfied my instinct to rock and roll all night, but this show gets its very own notch in the winners column.

Afterwards, I had a few drinks, said goodbye to my new contacts and cruised home. I felt like some Tom Petty on the way. "...let's get to the point, let's roll another joint, and turn the radio loud, I'm too alone to be proud..."