"You have to remember the band played from 1960 to 1965, every night. You get into a rut playing nightclubs every night, and you didn't want to run it into the ground"
- Rick Danko
About this Quote
In this quote, Rick Danko is reflecting on his experience as a member of a band that played regularly from 1960 to 1965. He acknowledges that playing night after night in bars can end up being dull and lead to burnout. As a result, the band needed to be mindful of not exaggerating it and wearing themselves out. Danko's words suggest that they wished to keep the quality of their performances and not let their passion for music be overshadowed by the needs of their schedule. This quote highlights the devotion and hard work that enters into being a successful artist, and the significance of discovering a balance to prevent losing the joy and imagination in one's craft.
This quote is written / told by Rick Danko between December 9, 1943 and December 10, 1999. He/she was a famous Musician from Canada.
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