5 Things We Wish Someone Told Us BEFORE Starting a Band - Authority Magazine Interview

A big thank you to Authority Magazine for the interview! So many young musicians have reached out to us for advice on starting a band and this was an amazing way for us to share what we've learned so far.

[scorpiolad]

YOU CAN PLAY, very well I'll add. keep on rocking.

[jsherinjr]

Keep up the good work. I’m late 50’s and enjoy your stuff. Y’all just keep getting better!

[antoniohenriquelopes]

You ‘ great, keep going ! Good vibes from Salvador, Brazil

[goodolarchie]

Hey man I'm an adult, and you guys are super talented and together. I just found your videos (shorts) and it's clear you are having fun and on the right path. Yes you are young but as somebody who has played many instruments over the decades I could tell right away that you guys were great.

[BobWolford-qb]

I'm in your parents' age group, and I have a son that's 16. He's so much smarter than I was at his age in what he does (boat restoration and maintenance, sailing, trailer repair, etc.). So I'm not surprised that y'all have incredible musical talent and are able to turn out the material that you do, which is incredible. My only advice is to pace yourself- take the little victories that come your way, and roll with the defeats that have and will continue to come. Learn from your mistakes (which you will make, as we all do), and continue to make forward progress. Y'all are doing great work. I have no idea what your ultimate goal is, whether this is a "high school thing" that will fall apart in a year or so when high school is over, or if the ultimate goal is to pursue this endeavor and continue to grow into a streaming, touring or recording group. Whatever your goal is, good luck and I'll be checking in from time to time to enjoy your music. Take care!

[et]

Not this adult. I am so happy our youth is playing such great music. I am an older lady who used to be in an all girl metal band. This was the 80s and some older adults at the time thought we were not "ladylike" We rocked and did not have social media platforms like today and it was tough, , but we just wanted to have fun rocking. We played at some small clubs. That was tough too since we were teens. Some thought we did drugs, which we didn't since that would have hurt our performance. We practiced many hours daily. I guess at the time with our wild hair back then and clothes, we were judged a certain way. We just rocked. So, power to you. Keep on playing, never stop. I still jam, not like before of course, but music is great for the soul and you all are terrific.

[wesleystephen]

You're the best don't study the negative ones they will always be there on your rise to stardom

[garyhenderson]

Well im 57 I'm into rock jazz I listen to you and you can play very good job its all in the timing

[ScottJ]

As an adult, one that's probably old enough to be your grandfather, I had no doubt that you could play, I've seen kids playing very well since I was a kid. I'm only impressed by the self discipline you all have exhibited first to master the instruments that you each play and work that must go into playing together as a band. Also, I appreciate you playing Classic Rock but also have enjoyed a lot of the more modern music. I hope you continue to just have fun and enjoy the camaraderie you have going on with each other

[stevedugger]

This is awsome, hear what these kids say.

[veryboredwatcher]

You guys are awesome. I play in a semi-pro band (just a hobby, we all have day jobs but do serious gigs). we are 40s-50s years old and u are right - when i came across one of your short reels at the beginning i thought "they sound too good for such a young group", took me 5 sec to see you guys are a real deal. You guys rock, keep on doing what you're doing you will be huge. Hang in there i wish you all the luck.

[georgeburton]

I just watched the Osceola County Fair Mashup video. Keep doing what y'all are doing, ya doin' 'rite.

[flymypg]

I've always loved new music, my tastes evolving to match the shifting trends. I still like the stuff I've liked before, but when it plays now, I enjoy the first few seconds, then I find myself thinking, "been there, done that". Until, that is, it gets played by Burn the Jukebox. Your covers reignite what I felt the first time I heard those songs, making them feel fresh and new all over again. I'd follow you even if you were half as good as you are, just because of your enthusiasm for so many decades of rock'n'roll. Your being so very good makes following you a no-brainer.

The only piece of advice I have for you is for ALL of you to take voice coaching lessons. Not to sing better or to change how you sing, but to care for your voices so you can sing FOREVER. There is much non-obvious wisdom to gain from voice coaches, and it's better to get it sooner rather than later, after the damage has been done. I didn't start working with a voice coach until I was in my late 50s, and even then it made a huge difference for me. Wish I had started when I was MUCH younger!

[SimplerTimesHomestead]

Hey! New subscriber! I used to DJ in the 80s and love how you guys are so open to a wide arrange of music. Keep it going (especially those 80s classics) :) you’re are killing it!!

[Lgavenger]

You guys Rock, I really enjoy listening to you talented, Keep up the good work, , , , Listen to yourselves, and Believe always in yourselves.Great JOB

[kendelray]

Keep rockin' because you're all AWESOME and so talented. Can't wait to see the heights that you're going to reach 😀👍

[thomaskruse]

Is there any better compliment than seeing someone's face after you start to play?
Hey, I know that many people don't expect excellent things from kids. I am an engineer, manager in a worldwide company. Interesting job. But in my free time I'm a mentor for people in your age. Way more interesting to see what people at your age are able to do.
Congratulations for being what you are. I wish you a lot of fun, success and always the trust in yourself that you are really good.

[timsongster]

I get asked sometimes to give advice to bands on a number of subjects.... and without even seeing or listening to a band or an artist the #1 starter thing is KNOW YOUR AUDIENCE...if your audience changes then you change for maximum return... not concerned with your talent level.. your stage personalities are diverse ... the last general bit of advice is JUST HAVE FUN..and dont stop honing your craft.... (the real serious money is in writing and publishing you own music..

[jimjones]

Your band is incredible. I love the music you play. Anyone who gets to watch you live is soooo lucky. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[billybuttons]

You guys will no doubt be successful in this business. Keep up the great work and do NOT listen to the haters.