Monday, May 13, 2013

I call bullshit

"It's for charity"
"I did it as a favour, hope you don't mind"
"There's really only enough to pay the headliner"
"You'll get more shows out of doing this one for free"
"Stick with me, I'll get you work"
"It'll get you recognition"

At my day job nobody has ever asked me to work for free, so I don't understand why people think they can ask me to perform at an event and then not pay me.  I am providing a service, and I'm not a volunteer, unless I choose to be.

Note to self: Be more cautious in who you book shows with and if they're not professional in their actions, don't do shows with them. Invoice and 50% downpayment or no show.

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