🎙 Solo Musician Podcast - "The Pre-Show Pow-Wow"

Host: Dave Gates

Guests: RJ Conrad & Colin Alvarez

In this lively episode of the Solo Musician Podcast, host Dave Gates sits down with fellow performers RJ Conrad and Colin Alvarez to talk all things music—and a whole lot more. With Dave & Colin's upcoming gig at West Shore Theater opening for RJ's band Rascal Revival on May 16, 2025 just around the corner, the trio dives into what fans can expect from their performances and how they're prepping for it.

But it doesn't stop there. The conversation takes plenty of hilarious and honest turns as they discuss:

🎶 The pros and cons of using tablets for lyrics and chords

🚪 The fine art of the Irish exit

😬 How (and if) you should tell your musician friends they suck

🎤 Venue nightmares and booking headaches

...and plenty of other musician-life gems.

Whether you're a seasoned solo artist or just music-curious, this episode delivers real talk, laughs, and behind-the-scenes stories you won’t want to miss.