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The Gigging Musician Podcast

The Gigging Musician Podcast

Written by: Jared Judge
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 Playing music for live audiences is one of the most rewarding things on the planet. In this podcast, we dissect everything that goes into being a successful gigging musician.© 2025 The Gigging Musician Podcast Art Economics Leadership Management & Leadership
Episodes
  • Why High-End Gigs Saved My Cat's Life

    Why High-End Gigs Saved My Cat's Life
    Jan 5 2026
    Jared shares a deeply personal story about how charging premium rates allowed him to afford a $7,000 emergency surgery for his cat Nori—something he couldn't do years earlier when he was charging only $500/gig. A powerful reminder of why your rates matter beyond just income.
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    12 mins
  • Why More Gigs Aren’t the Answer: How to Scale Your Music Career Smarter

    Why More Gigs Aren’t the Answer: How to Scale Your Music Career Smarter
    Oct 31 2025

    In this episode, Jared shares a critical mindset shift that separates struggling gigging musicians from those who earn full-time incomes from their music. He breaks down why doing more isn’t always the solution — and how a shift in strategy, positioning, and pricing can unlock high-end performance opportunities without burning out. Whether you’re tired of playing in bars for peanuts or wondering how to finally get off the hamster wheel of low-paying gigs, this episode will challenge your assumptions and give you a smarter path forward.
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    14 mins
  • Stronger in the Shadows: Raising Your Rates and Owning the Business of Music

    Stronger in the Shadows: Raising Your Rates and Owning the Business of Music
    Oct 31 2025

    In this episode, Jared reflects from the top of his favorite mountain in Scottsdale and shares a powerful message for musicians who want to break free from the starving artist mindset. He opens up about his journey from $250 gigs to consistently booking $2,500 high-end performances—and the mindset and skills that made it possible. If you're tired of hustling for low-paying gigs and ready to earn what you're truly worth, this is the wake-up call you’ve been waiting for.
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    13 mins
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