That's sound advice! There are 2 bands before us. I know what you mean about sound checking! I asked the organiser and the earliest time is 5:30 to about 7:30, then doors open at 8pm. And since we're legibly to be on at 11pm, is abit shit! I'm going to make a day out if it! Going to hang around to watch the other bands, have a couple of drinks and enjoy myself once I'm on! I'm a bit late to be doing my first gig!