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Fresh Breath hopes to book extra shows at pubs and breweries in a bid to cover surprise costs, Josh said. The couple has also cut down on eating out, which means far less schmoozing with local music industry players to build connections. "How are we going to make a space for them to be able to tour and get their name out there?" she said.Danno O'Shea is acquainted with the tightening vice on his pocketbook. The musician heads the brass-funk ensemble My Son the Hurricane and is responsible for making sure all 13 players and four technicians can survive off the more than 70 shows they've booked this year.
Sometimes O'Shea is reminded that even his audience is conscious of the mounting pressures of a travelling musical outfit. At a recent show, one fan came up to the merchandise table and handed the band a gas station gift card. McGrath has stripped back on costs. His four-man band is now a trio. He once had a tour manager and a driver, but lately he’s been driving himself across the country. He's also doubled his performance fee, which means some venues can’t afford him.
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