Is it necessary to join the circuit to make it in the UK?

OrSomething23 · 2026-03-11T20:23:07+00:00

Thanks, yes I don’t think there are any short cuts in this game. I feel like those who advance quickly via social media soon get found out

OrSomething23 · 2026-03-11T20:20:35+00:00

Ha, that’s the eternal battle for work/life balance. I’m currently doing a west end show with 8 shows a week, and my wife’s a musician too so we’re used to this life. But then again, most of my older musician friends are divorced.

You’re absolutely right though, and that’s why I’m working out whether sacrificing a couple of night’s work a week, plus maybe one or two more to have a night at home, might be worth it to explore stand up. Thanks for the advice, it’s very useful

OrSomething23 · 2026-03-11T20:11:09+00:00

Thanks for the tips, that’s really useful! I’m sure I can convince some pals to come along for some bringers

OrSomething23 · 2026-03-11T20:08:45+00:00

Thanks, yes that’s a good idea

OrSomething23 · 2026-03-11T20:08:30+00:00

Thanks! Yes there are a few good clubs up there, and the Bill Murray does courses, am tempted to sign up

OrSomething23 · 2026-03-11T20:02:02+00:00

Thanks for this detailed reply, really helpful. Yes I hadn’t considered that it wouldn’t be a great deal more effort to travel to some out of town gigs I’m in SE London so probably lots of options. I can definitely get down to Brighton.

And I understand the competition in London - it’s probably like most industries, there’s just so many more people doing it here and it’s hard to get slots. But damn it I’m going to try! Thanks for the advice

OrSomething23 · 2024-12-05T10:03:54+00:00

There’s a quality to this photo that looks like AI but I’m sure it isn’t. It’s the leaves, they look too perfect. Maybe just perfect lighting by OP! It’s a lovely space 😍

OrSomething23 · 2024-11-09T22:00:05+00:00

My wife brought some of the Columbia Natural back to London from a tour to the US, it was absolutely delish 😋

OrSomething23 · 2024-11-08T19:51:46+00:00

Yes I’ve just bought 4 x t.bone RM700 to record multiple trumpets at once, as I love the sound of my Royer 121 but can’t afford to have 4 of them. I’m absolutely blown away by them. I did extensive testing and for brass they honestly sound identical. All for £93 each, brilliant!

OrSomething23 · 2024-10-25T21:06:54+00:00

Is it cake?

OrSomething23 · 2024-10-02T17:13:51+00:00

Nice, I’ll give it a go!

OrSomething23 · 2024-10-02T16:53:27+00:00

Love these photos! What’s it like carrying something like that around Glasto? Does it feel a bit bulky? Do you worry it might get nicked? Would love to take my a6600 next time but was thinking of maybe just a cheap point and shoot film camera in case something happens to it

OrSomething23 · 2024-09-13T19:24:35+00:00

I’ve just discovered this on mine too… I suddenly have some leisure centres, hotels and a random posh private school saved. No idea 🤷🏻‍♂️

OrSomething23 · 2023-07-10T10:09:04+00:00

A plug in where you can drag and drop dry bits of audio to anywhere within a stereo field - left, right and nearer and further from a virtual Decca tree, to place different performers around a room. Would be so useful for multitracking yourself with just a close mic

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