I have a very strict policy. I will not perform in locations where they have TVs running, Big Screen TVs running and pool tables. That's why I don't do the bar scene anymore. Besides, the bar and restaurant pay is about $150 for 4 hours of drunks and cigarette smoke. I would much rather play at a retirement center, assisted living center or nursing home for an hour, pick up $100 to $150, perform in the middle of the day, middle of the week and do a couple of these a day. I'm not getting older--just a hell of a lot smarter!

Gary