Yeah, I remember playing back when we had a full band. Lots of guys with big egos, some of which had a drinking problem, the equipment as far as keyboards were concerned, were stone-age at best, and at the end of the night you split a meager paycheck that wasn't enough to pay expenses. Since the advent of the new synths, you don't need a drummer, bass player, lead and rythm guitar players, plus a roadie to lug the stuff from the truck to the job. All you need now are some computer skills, playing ability, vocal skills and you're ability to entertain. When it comes time for the paycheck, you usually get the same amount of money the full band received, but guess what--you get to keep it. Life's a lot better, for me at least, since I no longer have to contend with a bunch of egocentric guys that are all now doing other things for a living.

Just my two-cents worth,

Gary