I play in the Steel Monarchs. The best part about playing steel drums is when we go out on gigs and play in front of people. I also like how when we go out on gigs we meet nice people. Sometimes we even meet people that we did know a long time ago.
Also, the stuff that they give us at the gigs you can tell that they appreciate that we are there. Every gig that we go to we get $25. That is why I like steel drums. I played the steel drums for six years on and off. It is very cheerful and it raises your soul.
PS. The steel drums are from Trinadad so if you see one you can inqurie about that.
One of my steel bands has been trying for a while to get a national show like that, and I admit to getting frustrated seeing opportunities for national opening gigs pass us by. It’s a vicious dog-eat-dog game when it comes to opening for nationals. Bands have to be on their A- game! When it finally does come to you, you get a bit over-excited. Ha. It took a long while, but I’m quite happy with the results!
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