The Cover Band Central Podcast

Veteran musicians Steve Witschel and Tony Bienert are here to inform, entertain, and delight you with all topics related to playing music in a cover band...and everything that comes with it!

Music
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Performing Arts
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The CBC Wizdumb Hour #161 - The Christmas Episode
We're gearing towards the big holiday, and Steve and Tony are here to help you celebrate! They'll be discussing recent gigs, what's coming up, and scroll through the Cover Band Central Group to see what everyone is talking about. Subscribe to the...
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The CBC Wizdumb Hour #160 - What advice would y...
Another great question was posted this week in the Cover Band Central Facebook Group. What advice would you give your younger self starting out in music? Steve and Tony will chime in and take a look at the answers that the community has provided....
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The CBC Wizdumb Hour #159 - "Get Back" to band ...
With the immense popularity of the recent Beatles documentary "Get Back," the guys discuss what it's like to be in the rehearsal room with a full band days on end. They'll also be scrolling through the Cover Band Central Group to see what everyone is...
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The CBC Wizdumb Hour #158 - Gratitude
It's Thanksgiving week here in the U.S., and this time around Steve and Tony focus on one of the most powerful ways to get what you want in your musical life, and life in general...gratitude! Being happy with what you already have is always the...
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The CBC Wizdumb Hour #157 - Your best gigs
Steve and Tony are in a celebratory mood with it being the holiday season and all. This week, the question was posted in the Cover Band Central Group "What was the best gig you ever played?' As always, the guys will scroll through the answers and...
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The CBC Wizdumb Hour #156 - Embarrassing moment...
We've all been there. We're on stage and things are going great, then all of a sudden...the worst happens, right in front of everybody! The question was posted in the Cover Band Central Group, and now Steve & Tony will go through your responses of...
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The CBC Wizdumb Hour #155 - Challenges
What are some of the biggest challenges that musicians face while working in a band? Steve and Tony discuss their experiences and take a look at what the Cover Band Central community has to say. Subscribe to the YouTube channel at...
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The CBC Wizdumb Hour #154 - Why do we play music?
An interesting question was raised in the Cover Band Central Group. Why do we do this (play music)? What is the driving force behind doing what we do? Steve and Tony give you their take on the answer, and explore what other people in the Group have to...
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The CBC Wizdumb Hour #153 - Clash of the Cover ...
This week, Steve will tell Tony about the new reality competition show "Clash of the Cover Bands" and get feedback from the audience about how much they like/dislike it. Also...Steve has returned to playing after a 3 month absence following a bout...
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The CBC Wizdumb Hour #152 - What would you do w...
Yesterday Facebook was down for about 7 hours. It got people wondering what their lives would be like without the social media giant. Tonight Steve and Tony discuss this topic and some possible alternatives. Subscribe to the YouTube Channel at...
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The CBC Wizdumb Hour #151 - How do you handle l...
Some major changes took place in the last week. Steve and Tony will discuss what's going on, and what lies in the road ahead...including big plans for the future of Cover Band Central.
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The CBC Wizdumb Hour #150 - We hit a milestone!
This podcast started as a fun thing to do once a week. 150 hours later, the guys have built a library of great content full of Wizdumb! For this milestone episode, we'll look back on the journey and discuss what's to come.
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The CBC Wizdumb Hour #149 - TV and its influenc...
Back after another week off due to hurricane displacement, Steve and Tony discuss music on television and its influence on the entire industry. All this and more... Subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/coverbandcentral
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The CBC Wizdumb Hour #148 - Hurricane Ida chang...
As if it wasn't enough for Steve to have Covid, Hurricane Ida hit New Orleans a few days ago and forced his evacuation. The entire city has been decimated, so no musicians in town will be working anytime soon. Tony and Steve will be talking about this...
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The CBC Wizdumb Hour #147 - Covid Takes Steve Down
The last broadcast was over a month ago, and a lot has happened since. Steve contracted Covid-19 and ended up in the ICU for 7 days. He's now home on oxygen and being treated for blood clots in his lungs. Tony went on vacation and built an epic...
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The CBC Wizdumb Hour #146 - You have questions,...
With decades of experience under our belts, we're opening up the floor to your questions. What advice do you need? What is something you've always wanted to know? We'll recap our own lives from the past week and give you our best responses to your...
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The CBC Wizdumb Hour #145 - Set Lists
People have been posting their set lists in the Cover Band Central Group (www.facebook.com/groups/coverbandcentral) a lot lately, so we'll take a look at some at break them down. Need some help putting together your song lists? We've made available a...
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The CBC Wizdumb Hour #144 - What makes a great ...
What makes a great cover band? Is it the songs? The quality of musicians? The overall show? Tony and Steve will discuss this topic this week...and much more! Subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/coverbandcentral
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The CBC Wizdumb Hour #143 - Tip jars
Does your band use a tip jar? And more importantly...should you? The guys will discuss this controversial topic along with anything else that comes up! Our tip jar - www.paypal.me/coverbandcentral Subscribe to our YouTube channel -...
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The CBC Wizdumb Hour #142 - Gigs Galore
With two gigs for Tony and three for Steve over the weekend, there is plenty to talk about!
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The CBC Wizdumb Hour #141 - Anything goes
We talk about so many things during the podcast each week. who knows what topics will arise tonight... Subscribe to our YouTube channel - www.youtube.com/coverbandcentral
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The CBC Wizdumb Hour #140 - It's summertime! Le...
More and more places are opening back up, more and more bands and artists are getting back out playing gigs, and it's time to celebrate! The dark times are over! We'll talk about what's going on in the world of shows, review Tony's gig from this past...
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The CBC Wizdumb Hour #137
Links to all Cover Band Central stuff: Website - www.coverbandcentral.com Facebook Page - www.facebook.com/coverbandcentral Facebook Group - www.facebook.com/groups/coverbandcentral Tip Jar! - www.paypal.me/coverbandcentral Instagram -...
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The CBC Wizdumb Hour #139 - ipads on stage
Steve gave his singer a new tablet this past weekend for use at the gigs. He also started using one himself. This is a hotly debated topic in the CBC Group, so it's time to break it all down. Links to all Cover Band Central stuff: Website -...
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The CBC Wizdumb Hour #138 - More about tribute ...
On the fourth anniversary of Chris Cornell's passing, we'll talk tonight about the importance of tribute acts.
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