I also think, not only how many events I've done over the years, but also.......how many hours of daily practice did I put in over a lifetime to make sure the gigs were successful? And, was it worth it? And was it necessary? And.......was the end product proportionate to the time and energy I put into the mix?

And......would I have been happier driving a taxicab on the night shift somewhere in the Bronx knowing that after 8 hours I would get to go home and do nothing, whereas the music business never ends.....in addition to all that practice, for 24/7 you're always thinking and picking up musical ideas throughout the day to use in your act, or listening and analyzing songs you hear on the radio, constantly making business contacts, marketing, advertising, etc. and, once in a while, having a beer.

I'm not saying I wouldn't do it all again. I'd take the same path if given the choice. Just sayin' ........I think not only about the gigs, but the "hours" too (that no one pays you for).

Mark