Band Quote by Wayne Kramer
“When I first started playing in a band, before the Beatles, working bands played standards and they saved their rock material til the end of the night when they were really stretched out. It could be pretty lame.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Music history, 1990
Early rock bands saved their best material for later, making early sets feel dull.
In simple terms: Bands held back best songs for later.
Plan setlists to keep energy high throughout.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- concert planning
- band rehearsals
- DJ sets
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How to balance variety and excitement?
- When should you surprise the crowd?
Risk of losing audience early.