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HERE'S A FEW GUIDLINES TO KEEP IN MIND TO INSURE EVERYONE
HAS A GREAT TIME WHEN PARTICIPATING IN KARAOKE SHOWS
1. Thou shalt not walk in front of the monitor when someone is singing.
It is extremely distracting and very rude. Submit your next song
between singers! If sitting or standing close to singer keep conversation
low. No loud yelling, laughing or heckling. This only makes it hard for
the singer! Remember it may be your turn next! Ask everyone at your
table to be quiet while they sing. Do not distract the singer...
2. Thou shalt always applaud for every singer. It doesn't matter how
good or bad you think they are we all need encouragement. Someday you
may be up there singing also...besides, we all up in here to have fun!
3. Thou shalt not sing back up for someone or get up on stage for any
reason unless they specifically ask you to. Don't put them on the spot
by asking them while they are on stage. Ask only before you turn in
the song to be sung. Dancing is permitted while singer is singing in
most places. It shows a complement to the singer...so get on down!
4. Thou shalt make sure the numbers you submit for your songs are
correct. Putting down the wrong numbers and letters only slows up the show.
If the KJ is nice and willing to wait for you to find the right number
or just move to the next singer. It's always kool to double check your
numbers before you give your song to the KJ in charge.
5. Thou shalt not continuously ask the KJ when it will be your turn to
sing. The KJ has enough to do without your distractions, and silly
stories while they are working. Always remember that when new singers come
in they will be worked into the rotation which means, it may take a
litter longer for you to sing...so chill...
6. Thou shalt not "Boo" at the singers or make derogatory remarks. We
are all here to have fun. Cussin ain't allowed on the stage while
talking out yo backside into the microphone cause you may be asked to step
down. If your KJ encourages cussing by doing it themselves, ask them to
please stop...unless you like that sort of thing, or if there are kids
there!
7. Thou shalt not get up on stage to sing a DUET with someone without
first asking them permission to do so....if you do, they may say bad
things about Yo momma and the bar peoples will hate you!
8. Thou shalt treat the microphone with respect. The equipment is very
expensive, depending on where you're singing. Don’t swing it around
with the cord like the guy from The Who... don't drop it or slobber all
over it. Germs are everywhere! Be sure to wash your hands when
returning from the rest room so you will be practicing safe karaoke! Cause
you might get the "Rockin' Pneumonia And The Boogie Woogie Flu"
9. Thou shalt not gripe if someone else sings a song you like to sing,
after all, you don't own exclusive rights to the song. Your KJ should
let you know if your song is going to be sung by someone else first, so
you may have the option of picking another song. However, that doesn’t
always happen. Always have a back up song ready.
10. Thou shalt above all have fun! This is an extremely fun very
addicting hobby also a good way to meet people who love to sing as you do.
Always keep that laid back south Austin attitude and a big smile on
your face when you hang out at karaoke shows. Love and respect others.
Don't pass around negative ruomers...unless they're true! Keep
everything positive, upbeat and fun!
Welcome all new comers with open arms. Never let
anyone sit by themselves! "Family Tradition"