Here are some tips for karaoke etiquette, DON'TS AND DOS (most taken from karaokeguy.net):
DON'T list:
1. Don't tap on, drop, or swing the microphones. I can't be nice to people who abuse my equipment.
2. Don't show up after 11:30 if it's busy and expect to sing a lot or at all.
3. Don't sit in the crowd and try to sing louder than the singer... unless it's a sing-a-long kind of night
4. D
on't cup the microphone, it really makes you sound horrible and makes it really hard for me to adjust the microphone volume and keep it from feeding back.
5. Don't ask, "When's my turn?" several times. Be patient and enjoy the wait.
6. Don't point a live microphone at a speaker, it will feed back. Hold the microphone up even during the instrumental breaks.
7. Don't expect a duet not to count as your turn... it's not a concert. Everyone deserves a chance to sing. That's why we're here, right?
8. Don't join in on a song in progress without permission from the singer.
9. Don't heckle the singer, it's rude. Your mom taught you better than that.
10. Don't try to buy alcoholic beverages, if you are under 21. It's illegal. DO list:
1. Do applaud profusely, even if they can't sing. They had the guts to get up there.
2. Do fill out the song request slips completely (unless it asks for your email, that's optional).
3. Do have fun, but not at other people's expense.
4. Do sing directly into the microphone one to six inches from your mouth.
5. Do sing multiple songs (but not in a row). we enjoy your company.
6. Do support the establishment who employs us. Water doesn't keep me there.
7. Do tell me if you like the show, or not. I can take constructive criticism.
8. Do dance if you get the urge. Don't be shy.
9. Do come in early. You get to sing more.
10. Do tip the bartender. They work hard to make sure you are happy. Karaoke etiquette that will ensure a good time for everyone!! Remember, your KJ was once and most likely continues to be a karaoke customer somewhere. We follow the guidelines too!
