Been doing local shows in Florida for the last three years. There are approx 8 clubs in one area. I play at everyone. I have never had any club make this approach to me. I may play Tues at one, thurs at another, and so on. This has never been an issue. Fortunately, i do draw healthy crowds each time i play.
If I was approached as Bryan was, I would simply say, this is the price and we have been pretty successful at it, and i see no reason to change a thing.
It seems to me Bar #1 is beinga little selfish as he wants to protect his profits while attempting to control or deny Bryans freedom to make a little more money on a night he is not obligated to play Bar #1.
As for myself, i wouldn't change my price and i would continue to play at Bar # 2. Let's see where the loyalty of the 5 years of fringe benfits Bar #1 has enjoyed comes into play.
JMHO
muzicman144
