RTP-area local music and culture

[Doug <creeksidedls AT mindspring.com>]

hepstyle AT gmail.com wrote:
> If you don't mind my asking, or hell, even if you do, what does a
> manager have to offer a band that can't book local shows, and how do
> you get compensated?   I've been in bands for 18 years now and have
> never had a manager, nor do I know what role a manager is supposed to
> play.

Just rent the DVD of "Flight of the Conchords" and observe the character 
Murray.  All of your questions will be answered.