Dipping my toe

[Garry A. Leslie]

Hello All,
This forum is getting very philosphical!
Here in the UK £75-£100 a night ($100-$150) is pretty regular.
You really have to play in a large venue which is pulling plenty of cash drinkers to get more.
Yes there are too many KJ's who don't care, have lousy equipment, work cheap and yet have extensive books, making one wonder how legit they are.
Bar owners also don't care, you won't get a decent fee unless you haggle.
No one automatically offers you what you think you are worth.
Incidentally doing free gigs for seniors clubs and other charities can be quite fulfilliong in itself and a hell of a lot more appreciated.
Regards from across the pond.
Garry