#39: A Spooktacular Episode! Musicians Share Their Worst and Craziest Shows
Halloween is nearly upon us and what better way to celebrate than with some scary stories? Okay, these stories aren’t THAT frightful, but in the moment, they were pretty darn nerve-wracking. I’ve had the good fortune to interview a ton of interesting musicians, and I like to ask them about their worst gigs. I think it’s a great way to learn about their resiliency and ability to overcome challenges, but I also just think the stories are pretty darn funny.
Below are five stories from musician I’ve chatted with. They’re each a tale of their worst gig or most memorable moment onstage. They’ll likely teach you a thing or two, but they’ll definitely make you shake your head in amazement.
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Guitarist Lance Ruby shares two terrible gigs from his early days of touring, a reminder of how wonderful and outrageous live music adventures can be.
Singer/songwriter Maggie Gently talks about one of her first shows with her band, The Total Bettys, and why it was an impactful lesson on being smart about the company you keep and who you associate with.
Rapper CEO Chino Marley reminisces on his worst show, and why it taught him something every musician should know.
Country musician Suzi Ragsdale laughs about the time a show got so bad she simply stopped playing.
Professional whistler Sam Nulton has participated in the World Whistler’s Convention in Tokyo twice, and reflects on his experience in both competitions.
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