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It's a tricky issue alright. I think some bands are too embarrassed to ask to be paid sometimes. I hink a lot of bars see a DJ as a cheap or safe option - your average punter is unlikely to walk out the door due to a DJ, but may be scared off by a band they don't like, which isn't good for business. DJs will only continue to get paid for as long as they are bringing in punters and thus making the bar money.
Like my man G said upthread, getting gigs outside of Dundee will do more good than any gig in Dundee will ever do you. You might even get paid for your efforts. I always make sure i pay out of town bands from the door takings, and will pay a modest guarantee if requested in advance.
Though the idea of pubs thinking the can make money off bands is amusing, especially as the same pubs will often turn around and decide they can't be bothered with it a few months down the line.
It's not cheap being in a band, and as much fun as it is, why should you be out of pocket when helping other people make money?
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