imafunkyman
Joined: Sep 16, 2007
Posts: 548
Utah
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Posted on Oct 06 2015 10:11 PM
Okay guys and gals, I have some questions for you and would really appreciate your comments and feedback. I have an hour commute everyday to and from work and sometimes I actually think! Today I started pondering on putting together a Rocky Mountain surf music fest. It's a dream right now, but I'd like to explore possibilities. Some things I'd like to hear from you all.
- Am I nuts to be considering this? Is it a bad idea? Is it a good idea?
- Any of you with bands who have played festivals, what were your experiences like?
- Would there be any bands on here interested in a project like this?
I have lots and lots of questions, but I'm just taking baby steps right now. Please feel free to pipe in with your thoughts. You can also pm me.
Thanks all.
Mike
— Either you surf, or you fight.
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JakeDobner
Joined: Feb 26, 2006
Posts: 12159
Seattle
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Posted on Oct 06 2015 11:14 PM
It's a damn fine idea!
Festivals suck because they are too long, have little organization, too many bands, poor stage locations, very little thought put into them in general(people will show up and party!). I would suggest more of a "Surf Night" 3-5 bands, at a dive bar that caters to the types that would be into surf music(even if they don't know it).
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DannySnyder
Joined: Mar 02, 2006
Posts: 11079
Berkeley, CA
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Posted on Oct 07 2015 12:07 AM
The biggest challenge is the travel costs for the bands. Each band outside of reasonable driving distance would need $1500-$2k just for plane fare, then there's lodging, food etc...
I'd start more modestly, set up a regular surf gig. Monthly, bi-monthly or even quarterly. If you can build up a good following, document it and then leverage it to sponsors to start creating a festival. Learn the ins and outs of event planning.
Best of luck to you Mike. I wish I had the wherewithal to give it a try here, but I'm just not cut out for it.
— Danny Snyder
"With great reverb comes great responsibility" - Uncle Leo
I am now playing trumpet with Prince Buster tribute band 'Balzac'
Playing keys and guitar with Combo Tezeta
Formerly a guitarist in The TomorrowMen and Meshugga Beach Party
Latest surf project - Now That's What I Call SURF
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imafunkyman
Joined: Sep 16, 2007
Posts: 548
Utah
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Posted on Oct 07 2015 09:05 AM
Thanks Jake and Danny! I totally agree with starting out small then build from there. I'm going to do some more thinking about it and contact some club owners. Utah needs more exposure to this incredible music. I've been woodshedding, trying to become the king of the snowboard guitar. It ain't happenin'. That's where you guys come in!
— Either you surf, or you fight.
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Brian
Joined: Feb 25, 2006
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Des Moines, Iowa, USA
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Posted on Oct 07 2015 09:07 AM
Try to copy the Chad Shivers model. 
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MadScientist
Joined: Jan 17, 2008
Posts: 2188
Atlanta, GA
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Posted on Oct 07 2015 05:12 PM
Brian wrote:
Try to copy the Chad Shivers model.
He is certainly our little wunderkind!!!
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