07ÌýGoing Live Doing pirate radio is heavy and the fact that it's live means you get almost instant reaction from the listeners.
"You need to be able to spit, or lace. You've got to be able to change if the DJ mixes. You got to be able to put something down fast, constructive and in an arrangement."
MC Viper
However, it's not the same as doing it live and direct up on stage, with the audience staring right into your grill.
If you're too young for the big clubs then check out some under-18 events in your area.
Most of them will have an open mic session where you can get a taste of the live adrenaline rush and see how you compare with other hungry MCs.
Check out talent shows and any other events that will allow you to show your skills.
Going live is really going to give your flows another dimension and show you first hand what's working best lyrically and sonically.
The more noise you get the crowd to make (don't just shout "make some noise") the more they'll talk about you and the more they do that, the more likely it is that the promoters will get to hear about you too.
It's all about making a good impression.
If you can, try and record your PAs.
Live crowd reactions sound great when you listen back to them.
Even 50 people can make a lot of noise and this can really sound impressive to interested promoters.
They love acts that can draw a crowd as well as keeping them entertained.
Recordings also allow you to review your performance and listen to what worked best because how it feels and how it sounds are often two different tings.
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