Maybe not the opener. Do something cheerful (or more cheerful) for that. As a second song on a set it’ll be fine - shows off your range. Follow with something more upbeat.
I got given some advice by a really experienced performer when I was starting that served me well when I was doing open mics as a storyteller. Take their hand, lure them in, kick their arses and then pat them on the back, was the exact phrase.
Maybe not the opener. Do something cheerful (or more cheerful) for that. As a second song on a set it’ll be fine - shows off your range. Follow with something more upbeat.
Good point! Thanks for the advice :)
I got given some advice by a really experienced performer when I was starting that served me well when I was doing open mics as a storyteller. Take their hand, lure them in, kick their arses and then pat them on the back, was the exact phrase.
That’s actually fucking awesome!!!
If I opened with that song, the crowd is drained before the next song.
I’ve got a list I’m working through, so I’ll try to select and structure the songs to that idea.