Busking £1000 in ONE WEEK!
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- čas přidán 12. 03. 2023
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Yesterday I busked for the first time. It was so scary but I did it again today and felt way more confortable. I just want to thank you for your videos they really motivates me in this journey 😃
That’s so awesome!! It gets easier every time and it’s so good to build confidence in that way 😃🙌🏻 it’s exactly why I make these videos so I appreciate the kind words ✌🏻
Yo estoy a unos días de hacerlo, en estos momentos esta lluvioso pero terminando la lluvia lo haré y siento muchos nervios.. ojalá me vaya bien
@@Nohemi_ukeleleyou got this ‼️
I'm in the US, and fell into the busking rabbit-hole via Ren and The Big Push boys. Here, we don't have the same kind of culture around busking that the UK has, and it's a great energy. The Brighton music scene is something truly special. Thanks for sharing with the rest of us.
Looking forward to seeing how things go for you, and wishing you luck from across the pond.
That's so awesome!! I'm stoked that journey led you to this channel too! With the likes of Ren & TBP as well as all the other Brighton Buskers, we have an incredible scene here! It's truly special!
Busking in the US intrigues me, I'd definitely like to give it a go at some point (road trip!) 🙌😃 Thank you for the comment!
We don't have the foot traffic and "street culture" here in the US.
Have to say you're an inspiration, love you're positive attitude and zest for busking and life in general. I've been toying with the idea of getting out there myself, but I guess the first step is always the hardest.
Anyway, thanks for the videos, keep having fun 👍
Thank you so much for these kind words 🙌🏻😃 it really means a lot!! The hardest part is getting out there, just give it a go - I can’t recommend it enough!!
Beautiful! and positive video really great!
Thank you so much 😃🙌 I appreciate it!
Bless broda!!u are an inspiration
Thank you!! 😃🙌
thank you for this video. great words of encouragement for musicians.
Thank you for your kind words 🙌🏻😃 I appreciate it!
Excellent information and presentation, thank you. 👍💯
Stoked you think so - thank you!! 😃🙌
Love what you're doing and your positivity!
Thank you so much! I appreciate the kind words 😃🙌
I’m so pleased you said you took a couple of days to rest. Listening to your voice early on you were taking risks. During the 70s-90s I used my voice as a singing workshop leader every day and my problem followed a week at a northern folk festival where I was performing, announcing, and running children’s workshops making about four sessions a day giving a daily contact time of six or seven hours. Most of that was outdoors and I was completely acoustic - i.e. no amplification. I was mute for five months, eventually needed speech therapy and lost my confidence to sing for several years. There is no way I would attempt that workload now. Apart from anything else I’m getting perilously close to being seventy. You only have one voice, a good one at that. Being a professional means taking care of the tools of your trade, one of which is your voice. All the best as always.
That's a crazy story! Definitely a lesson to learn in there! Now I'm even more glad I took a day off... I was definitely in a little denial about how my recovery was going in those first few days of this challenge!🙌 It's true though, you have to treat your voice as a tool, an instrument in its own right... losing it would be detrimental! Thank you for the kind words! 😃
@@AugustRadioProject As a follow-up warning, if you need one, I’ve worked in hundreds of schools over my life and have known too many teachers forced into early retirement on account of having wrecked their voices. 😢
You words are fuel for all of us as person and musicians!!Thanks 🙏
Thank you dude! I appreciate the kind words 🙌🏻😃
I have been watching your video's for quite some weeks now and yes, you are an inspiration to me to get this thing going. The only problem is here in my city you have to get a permit and cannot play longer then 15 minutes in one spot wich makes it hard to do this. However this does inspire me to see how i can deal with this. Now all i need is a guitar wich i can plug in and an amp so i need to do some saving.
Thank you so much for your kind words! 😃🙌15 minutes per slot is savage - that's just about enough time to set up, let alone play any songs! Where is your city? I highly recommend getting out there and busking, you won't regret it!
Showing love from NYC
Thank you!! 🧡 🇺🇸
Starting to think I should pack in the teaching job and just busk like you. Still trying to find the confidence though. You are awesome, keep it up!
Thank you Gemma! 🙌🏻 it can be a scary thing to leave the secure feeling behind but it’s worked for me ✌🏻 best bet is to get out there a few times and see if you enjoy it! 😃
Yheea man, you inspired me fo sure, somethimes uncertainty makes you lose confidence. Thank you for the vid, I am at this moment going busking with a better mindset. Thanks!
So rad to hear!! Uncertainty is all part of it - it’s what makes things difficult but also so exciting! I hope it’s a good one 🙌🏻😃
I've been binging your videos because I want to start busking soon and they've been incredibly helpful and inspiring! Thanks so much dude! Have you ever been busking in Australia?
That's so awesome to hear! I really appreciate the kind words 😃🙌 I haven't yet been busking in Aus, I do know of a few people that have/do and they say there's a scene out there! I 100% intend on heading out there at some point to do a busking road trip!
Great video. Hope you got your amp you wanted.
Thank you dude!! 😃🙌
Work hard, play hard! Awesome video! Please do an unboxing and review on your new Roland cube ex! Well done!
Thank you my dude! 😃🙌 I will 100% do an unboxing and a review video!
You are so awesome! Thank you ! I am a new busker ! Love your music and enthusiasm 😊❤️🎶
Thank you so much for the kind words! So rad to hear from fellow buskers too 😃🙌🏻
Brilliant… 😃. Love the vids. Just about to get out busking myself. First time at almost 55 😃 and these vids are really helpful thanks
That's so awesome! Can't recommend Busking enough! I hope it goes well - enjoy! 😃🙌
Your words are so beautiful and inspiring. Your passion is reinvigorating,.Thank you so much for what you do. This video is a masterpiece, and you my friend... you are a Super Star! Be sure of that!
You're a legend dude, I wouldn't be where I am if it wasn't for you! 😃🧡🙌
Watching from Michigan. Just quit my job at the party store two nights ago. Did some soul searching lately I'm like I need to busk. Looked up equipment. Found your channel. Instantly love it and subscribed. Thank You! I'm looking at set up options as well. I'm a bit put of by buying batteries. Thoughts?
Stoked you've found the channel and feel called to Busking! It's such a rad thing to do and so fulfilling as a musician! 😃 As for equipment, if it requires batteries the best move seems to be buying rechargeable batteries! The amp I currently use is charged by the mains but I'm about to buy the Roland Cube which does use batteries, but as said, I'm going to get myself a rechargeable set! 🙌
Lovely vid mate. Been watching you for some time now, since my early teens (when your channel had a different name i believe?) to now (i’m 19, nearly 20.) I started busking a year ago and really enjoy it. It’s so good for practice, feedback, contacts, opportunities and eventually making a living. I enjoyed this video. It was very engaging and edited well. Respect my man🙌
Edit: i was getting confused with you and tim newman. you’re yt names probs been the same.
Thank you! I appreciate the kind words - what you say is so true… there’s so many benefits to it and it’s rewarding on so many levels 😃🙌🏻 no worries about the confusion - Tim Newman is a man of the craft! 🎸✌🏻
don't forget to review the new amp for us all,,,,,loved watching this
Will do! Once I get it they’ll be a video all about it 😃🙌🏻
What an Inspirational young guy you are. You defiantly deserve more subs. I've been following you on YT for some time now and for some who's been busking and gigging for many years i love how i still get inspired by other musicians thank you. Look after that voice man take plenty of breaks and keep well hydrated. I know of a few musicians who have had voice problems due to over use so be careful. Oh and you wont regret buying a Cube Street EX i have one. They are awesome expensive but an awesome piece of kit very versatile. There is now a rechargeable power pack you can buy (over priced at £100 but very convenient) for the Cube Street EX rather than using individual rechargeable batteries all the time. Roland Rechargeable Amp Power Pack (BTY-NIMH/A). Looking forward to your next vid. Keep up the good work.🎤🎸🎹🎼🎶🎵🎶🎵
Thank you so much for these kinds words! They mean so much, I really appreciate it 😃🙌 I'm looking forward to getting the cube, I used one at the Tattoo Convention and the difference in sound was mind blowing 🤯 the battery pack sounds good too, one of the decisions I'm trying to make is how to set up the rechargeable batteries so I can use it most days! I'll definitely make a video on how I go about it! 🙂
I can make 1000 € in a week ( Im a busker from Slovenia busking for 31 years now) but only in december or maybe in summer down in the coast. Normaly i make around 1000 € in a month, but busking almost every day..
Thats so rad! It's definitely a challenge to make it in one week - next time I might try over a public holiday like peak summer time or over the festive period! 😃🙌 Another great video would be making 1000 € somewhere in Europe... maybe Slovenia will be on that road trip!
Nice one!!! For future reference, 1/2 or one of the original flavour Fishermens Friends tucked in your cheek really helps control coughing/dry throat when singing. They are like the budget version of Vocal Zone, they have saved me more times than I can count.
Great shout! 🙌🏻 I’ve used vocal zones in the past but it makes sense that fisherman’s friend does the same thing 😃
Oh man, that bird I swear! You were just saying how this could be a perfect day in the life video, Lol. It immediately made me think, everyone's a critic! Ha ha ha. Oh my brother, I've been there with you, trust me! There's days that you just want to pack it up and go home and forget about life. And then there's days that are just perfect and your just setting them up and tearing them down! It truly is challenging. You have to have one hell of a positive self-esteem to make it as a busker let me tell you. I really like your channel & you're really talented. You are living the dream man, good luck to you. I on the other hand sort of packed it in two years ago when all this BS started to happen. It's time, I need to get myself back out there. Rock on, take care 🤘🤘🤘
I appreciate this and these kinds words - you're right though, can't have the highs without the lows! 🙌 the lows are always a little easier to get through knowing that all our fellow musicians/buskers feel the same! 😃 definitely get back out there my friend - the feeling is so rewarding!! Good luck and thank you again ✌
I just got back into busking after over 10 years without and I really need to get my butt out on the streets because I'm in desperate need for a new guitar. Have been for ages actually.
Also super extremely important: Whatever you do, take days off. If you need a break, take a break. Before it's too late and life makes you take a break. Those tend to be long and painful.
@@marctestarossa I can't tell you how important this sentiment is, especially right now. I've just come down with a terrible cold and I was desperate to get out there this weekend. Had to really reign it in and remember that health comes first!
Stoked you're gonna back out there busking! It's so rewarding on so many levels!
🙌😃 thank you for the wise words!
Great video, great message! I would highly recommend not to buy the street cube but go for a Udo Roesner Da Capo! It sounds really Awesome!!
Thank you!! I actually ended up with a Mackie Showbox as they gave one to me! It's rad! 😃 🙌
That's awesome, to get gear! I'm gonna youtube some more ;) amazing option to be able to record to sd, I still need an external device (portable Tascam), works well too but also extra cables & setup time
Nice one mate. Found you while looking for the Mackie Showbox. Love what you're doing. As a gigging musician for 9 years. I've decided to give busking a go. Is the showbox worth the money?
Be lucky. Keep going. New follower. Cheers.
Stoked you've found the channel! So rad 😃 honestly, the ShowBox is incredible... does everything you could ever need it too and it's kinda wild how good of a sound you can get out of it. I'd say it's definitely worth the investment, you won't be needing to get anything else after! 🙌
Well Blow me socks off you got so close .... that ruddy cold sure did not help ! Feel for you as i had a cold and my voice took a hit too ! Glad your better now and out there rocking the world and CZcams with your songs and cool vids ! Did you say tax returns !!!
That cold was not cool! I think I was slightly in denial about my 'recovery' on those first few days 🤣 Thank you so much for the kind words! 🙌
So so good, that is all! ARP 🙌
Thank you dude! Always appreciate it 😃🙌
Hey! I've just started busking at the ripe ol' age of 57 and your vids have helped me find the confidence to go out & just do it. Never let it be said that us old farts can't learn from positive folks such as you. Thanks for the inspiration bro x
That's honestly so awesome to hear 😃🙌 I really appreciate your comment and can only encourage you on your busking journey, never a bad time to start as long as you do - that's all that matters!! Good luck out there my friend!
If you have time, go to Germany on December christmas market time. Do your research where you Can Play with amp and get municipal permissions and get some 50-100eur for an hour busking. Better if you have a car to travel. For 3 week journey made 2K Eur after all expenses.
I'd absolutely love to do this!! Is there anywhere you've been that you'd recommend? 😃 I'm absolutely craving a Euro trip too!! 🙌
@@AugustRadioProject For me easier was small and mid size towns. Since I was travelling by car it took less Time to get in or out of town. I did few hours in morning, then mid day session Next town , evening session another town. Got cheapest airbnb somewhere in between. Drove circles around my accomodation average 100-200km a day Total. In Germany they are strict about Time you Play in One spot, so there is a limit you Can do in one town and it runs out fast. Good part is that you get higher hourly rate around 40-70. Will not mention any locations, because Germany is large and almoast any town was good for me, especially the first visit when everyone is new. I did not bother getting permissions, first I played and if place was good and I was willing to return, only then I spent my time going to municipality office. No problems with police, first Time they just inform you, I did not risk second Time in the same town.
@@Lielzemnieks noted!! Thank you for this 😃 I’m definitely up for giving it a go!! 🙌🏻
A quick query,, do you have a set amount set on your I-zettle? Like 2or 3£? Thank you . Your channel has been both inspirational and educational 😊❤️🎶
My Zettle is set at £2.22 😃🙌🏻
Fantastic!!!! it's an interesting number £2.22 does that round off to £2.00 after the izettle commission? I will keep you posted as to how I get on. Had 7 paid gigs this year hope to double it as well as continue busking. @@AugustRadioProject
Hi!! so great)) i not understand how many hour in day you play? I live busking experience and i feel so good.)) Thanks for your testimonial!
That’s rad!! Thank you for the comment. In this video I played for 3-4 hours on most of the days 😃🙌🏻
@@AugustRadioProject Supeeer! You give me a wonderful suggestion to make this adventure for one week. Who now? Maybe in this Summer. I like it!!!
T’ha ja man 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🙏🏻❤️
🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻😃
Ackshually.... with 52 weeks in a year you're talking about 52k GBP a week. To put that into perspective, salaries are higher here in the USA and yes half our workers make less than $20k a year and quite a few make less than $10k a year. I'm in "Silicon Valley" and make just a teeny bit over $20k a year and am very lucky to make that.
Haha! My maths in this video was clearly off 🤣 but this is a good point to raise regarding the other salaries 🙌🏻puts it into perspective 😊
Thank you bro
Thank you!! 😃🙌🏻
😄WELL DONE GZ!!! I shall dub thee 'August sunshine'!!! ok if you convert 809 quid to dollars that's $985.69!!!! Fantastic! close enough! even getting over that cold you walloped it mate :) ya do this again please, no worries if its 1000, that's truly amazingly cool but still this video right here is the win. Love your attitude, your gratitude is a song in itself you share; keep on it my friend. This makes me want to try again the surrounding areas of Massachusetts and Germany at my bestfriend. The UK is perfect for busking / tips but maybe I need more than a mini Fender Twin battery amp that I shove the mic in (as pictured in my profile pic) and to my mic my guitar up to see better results tip wise. Anyways, great video and enjoyed seeing the trek on the trains (miss the UK) and the nature's surroundings. Cheers lad 🎸😊
I love it!! August Sunshine will be the name in those beautiful sunny moments that Busking brings 😃 I've never experienced a Fender Twin amp before but it looks legit! Just get out there - make some of that busking magic happen! Hopefully I'll make it to both Massachusetts and Germany at some point! 🙌
Do u use any pedals or just plug in the amp I been busking Galway my home town thanks for the inspiration
Thank you! That’s rad - hopefully I’ll be heading to Galway at some point 🙌🏻 I just plug straight in, no pedals for me 😃
@@AugustRadioProject let me know when
@@nickworley1000 will do!
Inspiration its what you are mate
Thank you so much!! I really appreciate it! 😃🙌
Did you perform for five hours a day or just two hours a day?
You covered millencolin! You win.
I freakin' love that song!! 🙌🙌
Nice motivational video . Not quite sure how it would work here 😂
Thank you! 😃🙌
How many hours did U Play per day? Yesterday I Had a Bad day. I only Made 10, 30 in one hour.
Is this normal on some day? 😂
I usually play for 3-4 hours! £10.30 isn't bad at all... best thing to do is to keep at it, some days aren't so much and some days it goes wild! The important thing is you're out there! 🙌😃
@@AugustRadioProject Would be cool to meet U someday in England because im in Germany. And how do U Take Care of your voice when U Sing 3 hours? And how Do U Deal when people Sometimes Just Walk by?.hahaha sorry, so many questions 😅
@@samiravinciguerra2836 haha of course! If you see me busking just come say hi 😃 also I may be in Germany at some point! Taking care of the voice: I do 30mins of vocal exercises on he days I’m not busking. If I feel any slight tickles or signs of it going bad then I drink lemon and ginger tea 🙌🏻 people walking by is something you get very used to - it’s all part of it 😊✌🏻
What typa pick do you use
I use the Green Jim Dunlop Tortex picks 😃 I have done almost the entire time I’ve played guitar 🤣🙌🏻
How long did it take you to learn guitar. And do u recommend getting lessons or just learning songs straight
@@A.K47GTG oh good question!! I started playing guitar when I was 11 and I was obsessed the minute I started. Used to play for hours upon hours (still do!!) so it’s been a fair while 🙌🏻 I think it takes about 6 months to a year to get to the point of playing basic songs with basic chords (playing/practicing most days)🤘🏻 as for lessons… this is entirely dependent on how you approach learning as a person, if you need motivation and direction get a teacher, if you’re self motivated and prefer a looser structure then use CZcams/books/etc 😊
Dude, if you come up to Liverpool for a busk as you was thinking about, then give us a shout, and you can crash in ours
That’s awesome! I am planning a trip into the north soon - I will let you know!! So rad of you, thank you 🙌🏻😃
@@AugustRadioProject No worries man, do you have a FB page and I'll add you as a friend, probably easier to get in touch that way
@@MrCheswickMusic search August Radio Project on Facebook and you should find the page ✌🏻 we can message on there!! Thank you again dude 😎
I really want to try this challenge but it won’t stop raining 🙀
🤣🤣🤣 Mother Nature - the buskers only boss! 🙌🏻
@@AugustRadioProject ha ha yes! You've really inspired me, I'm gonna try busking full time now (got to look for spots with cover though ha ha!)
50 for a private event? Dude I get $500 here in the states.
Dang, nice work! 😃🙌
ive made that in a week. was not trying. people just like me.
So cool!! 😃🙌
1000 a week is 52,000 not 48,000
I know, this has been pointed out to me a few times 🤣 a reminder to check the maths before I film next time! 🙌
£1000 nah nah nah!!!. £200 to the taxman. You are left with £800 😂😂😂
Haha!! I guess I’ll have to shoot for £1500 to be in profit 🤣
Thank you, thank you @augustprojectradio so much for sharing your journey through busking and not be influenced by the money. This video makes me even want to pursue into busking, the fact you can showcase your skills playing the guitar or any instrument is truly fulfilling. I too play guitar and want to showcase my skills through the guitar strings that brings rhythms to your eardrums, even inspire others to pick their guitars or any instruments and play till your heart's content.
It be an honour to meet you and shake your hand for doing what you love, showing the positivity side of not caring if you didn't reach to your 1K goal, but being grateful for you do get rewarded for and that is fulfment and enjoyment.
That in itself is priceless.
Thank you for these kind and wise words!! 😃🙌🏻 I really appreciate them and I’m stoked the message came across well in the video!
I live by these words and I think it’s important as it’s easy to get fixated on the numbers 🙌🏻 thank you again!