Kingy 0 Posted April 27, 2004 Report Share Posted April 27, 2004 I ahve been talking to a colleague about drinking while working. What are your views? I have two rules, 1) If I drive, I have No alcoholic drinks. Period. 2) If my roady is driving I have a couple of beers. Not enough to be in any way considered drunk, maybe four pints spread over the night. Let debate commence........ http://www.dj-forum.co.uk/html/emoticons/fear.gif Link to post Share on other sites
ChrisPointon 0 Posted April 27, 2004 Report Share Posted April 27, 2004 For me:- When Working / Driving - 1 Pint of Lager Shandy. Even when i'm not driving but still working I never have anything more. Some D.J's I know drink purely to give them confidence or mask nervousness but for me, the before 'gig' anticipation and the following natural high from a good gig is all part of the enjoyment. Link to post Share on other sites
High Fidelity 0 Posted April 27, 2004 Report Share Posted April 27, 2004 Always the driver, so only coke or water for me. Quitting Smoking & Drinking doesn't make you live longer It just feels like it. Link to post Share on other sites
Hugmaster 0 Posted April 27, 2004 Report Share Posted April 27, 2004 Hi Only ever drink at a gig when we've finished and if the host/staff buys me one http://www.dj-forum.co.uk/html/emoticons/smile.gif Besides the obvious point about alcohol and working, you can lose a lot of body fluids working all night, especially if you're under hot lights, alcohol only serves to further dehydrate you. Best thing to drink is water. Darren Take a listen to Music Matters, the Big Mix Entertainment podcast, featuring music from the Podsafe Music Network. Link to post Share on other sites
C.S 0 Posted April 27, 2004 Report Share Posted April 27, 2004 coke I will try anything,once! The Cornish will arise again ! Manager of the Andy Harris Fan Club. Keep pasties Cornish Link to post Share on other sites
YourBigEvent 0 Posted April 27, 2004 Report Share Posted April 27, 2004 Sniffed or swallowed Chris ? When working I will have ONE pint of Guinness before guests arrive, or after they have gone. .....but what do I know ? Your Big Event Office:01803 813540 Direct: 0797 0717 448 e.mail:info@yourbigevent.co.uk Link to post Share on other sites
kazzachi 0 Posted April 27, 2004 Report Share Posted April 27, 2004 oooo andy... guiness....... I heard that it was a drink for after the guests had gone... cos most guiness drinkers could blow the guests on or off the dance floor at will! http://www.dj-forum.co.uk/html/emoticons/071.gif WE LOVE KAREN, AND IT'S GREAT TO HAVE HER BACK !!!! xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Link to post Share on other sites
joe 0 Posted April 27, 2004 Report Share Posted April 27, 2004 (edited) Just coke for me for the obvious reason that im not old enough to drink (legally) http://www.dj-forum.co.uk/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif http://www.dj-forum.co.uk/html/emoticons/sad.gif http://www.dj-forum.co.uk/html/emoticons/pepsi.gif Although I have been offered a beer quite a few times http://www.dj-forum.co.uk/html/emoticons/wacko.gif Edited April 27, 2004 by joe Link to post Share on other sites
Award Entertainment 0 Posted April 27, 2004 Report Share Posted April 27, 2004 (edited) When I'm Master of Ceremonies as well as DJ (maybe one wedding in 4) I have a glass of wine for the toasts, otherwise usually just lemonade or O.J. Edited April 27, 2004 by Rendezvous Link to post Share on other sites
Paul Forsyth 0 Posted April 28, 2004 Report Share Posted April 28, 2004 http://www.dj-forum.co.uk/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif Always driving so just coke or water - Maybe a nightcap when I get home http://www.dj-forum.co.uk/html/emoticons/thumbup.gif Vinnie Paul Forsyth The DJ formally known as Vinnie Link to post Share on other sites
Tonsk 0 Posted April 28, 2004 Report Share Posted April 28, 2004 I'm always driving so I will only ever have Coke..... Normally between two and three pints during the course of it during the night..... The Right Music - based in Norwich and covering all Norfolk and Suffolk Link to post Share on other sites
CK`s 0 Posted April 28, 2004 Report Share Posted April 28, 2004 We only drink soft drinks when working, have on the odd occaision taken a shandy off the landlord/client so as not to appear rude, some people get really offended if you wont let them buy you a drink. (By that I mean a real drink not J20) Link to post Share on other sites
Gary 0 Posted April 28, 2004 Report Share Posted April 28, 2004 I'll usually have 2 pints of ordinary strength lager during a disco, if I've got a on-premises room for the night. Also during the show, I'll normally get 2 or 3 coke colas. After the disco, theres the potential for several more if Ive been "talked into" providing music for a quiet staff party...but again only if Im not driving that night/morning. Link to post Share on other sites
kazzachi 0 Posted April 28, 2004 Report Share Posted April 28, 2004 Soft drinks only for me... except for NYE when I get a glass of champers off the big boss! WE LOVE KAREN, AND IT'S GREAT TO HAVE HER BACK !!!! xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Link to post Share on other sites
Dale King 0 Posted April 28, 2004 Report Share Posted April 28, 2004 http://www.dj-forum.co.uk/html/emoticons/221.gif Seems I am the exception here. I usually pay a driver, so I tend to have 5 or 6 pints during the average night, usually early on more than later. It has never caused me a problem. DJ Dale King When you see light at the end of the tunnel, beware. It's probably someone with a torch, bringing you more hassle Link to post Share on other sites
kazzachi 0 Posted April 28, 2004 Report Share Posted April 28, 2004 5 or 6 pints! Blimey.... I dont think I could function properly after that amount! WE LOVE KAREN, AND IT'S GREAT TO HAVE HER BACK !!!! xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Link to post Share on other sites
ChrisPointon 0 Posted April 28, 2004 Report Share Posted April 28, 2004 QUOTE some people get really offended if you wont let them buy you a drink I can see this point of view certainly, however I would rather offend people than lose my licence / livelihood. I realise that sounds dramatic, but where do you draw the line. Okay so 1 beer probably won't take you over the limit, but how about if you were working for the 'generous' family?, Father of the bride buys you a beer, then so does Father of the Groom, Then the best man feels obliged, etc etc. Since you'd had a beer bought by the 1st person then you feel obligated to accept another, then another...... If you are likely to encounter this then do the sensible thing like Kingy and Dale and get somebody else to drive. For me it's one Shandy, then on the soft drinks, i've never had a client question my motives for the choice of drink but if ever the client didn't like it, then tough. At least i'll still have a licence tomorrow!. For many of us our our driving licence is our living, and our insurance premiums are already high enough without a Drink Driving charge to boot. Link to post Share on other sites
kazzachi 0 Posted April 28, 2004 Report Share Posted April 28, 2004 People arent really offended anyway... its just a cliche! "Oh come on, Ill be offended if you dont let me buy you a drink"!...... 2 options, either ask for a soft drink... or say you dont drink, can you have the money instead! http://www.dj-forum.co.uk/html/emoticons/071.gif WE LOVE KAREN, AND IT'S GREAT TO HAVE HER BACK !!!! xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Link to post Share on other sites
Steve 0 Posted April 29, 2004 Report Share Posted April 29, 2004 Normally 2 pints of lager througout the evening........I nearly always drive so never more than this. I never, however, drink in front of guests whatever I happend to have in the glass, lager, pepsi, water, etc. People on the dancefloor dont want to see you drinking, afer all you dont want to encourage them to leave and go back to the bar! Link to post Share on other sites
Steve_Mitchell 0 Posted August 8, 2005 Report Share Posted August 8, 2005 QUOTE (kazzachi @ Apr 28 2004, 05:45 PM) 5 or 6 pints! Blimey.... I dont think I could function properly after that amount! girl Steve 5 European cups and 18 leagues, that`s what we call history. Link to post Share on other sites
spinner 0 Posted August 8, 2005 Report Share Posted August 8, 2005 Never ever drink alcohol whilst working. No exceptions, not even New Year's Eve. Always take and drink cola or similar. Link to post Share on other sites
YourBigEvent 0 Posted August 8, 2005 Report Share Posted August 8, 2005 When driving or working I will stop on my 8th pint of Guinness. .....but what do I know ? Your Big Event Office:01803 813540 Direct: 0797 0717 448 e.mail:info@yourbigevent.co.uk Link to post Share on other sites
stevie 0 Posted August 8, 2005 Report Share Posted August 8, 2005 http://www.dj-forum.co.uk/html//emoticons/042.gif I sort of started this topic Me a pint (boddies)when ive set up and a couple more later on and get the wife to drive home. http://www.dj-forum.co.uk/html//emoticons/cool.gif <a href="http://www.djassociates.org"><img src="http://www.djassociates.org/anims/compres_banner.gif" alt="Join the DJ Associates Disc Jockey Association" border="0" width="468" height="60"></a> Link to post Share on other sites
otronics 0 Posted August 8, 2005 Report Share Posted August 8, 2005 Well, it seems this topic is back, probably due to the recent roadie post. I always take my water whatever but will only ever drink coke if asked what I would like. Exception being the toasts at weddings etc and lets face it, thats not going to do much to you! Ie/ family wedding this Saturday just gone, I had a glass of Champagne. I really feel that you have to be on top form at gigs, focused and not even a little tipsy (not saying anyon here is/has been) - would you drink in the office at work? (well, ADS would). Not worth the risk having any booze at a gig barr the odd toast here and there. Oliver Head, OTronics Media Services Ltd, Covering Wiltshire, Somerset, Dorset and surrounding areas. Professional Mobile & Radio DJ PLI (£10m), PAT and DBS (Disclosure) checked Tel: 07835 485535 Email: enquiries@otronics.co.uk www.otronics.co.uk Link to post Share on other sites
damo1023 0 Posted August 9, 2005 Report Share Posted August 9, 2005 never drink anything besides water or orange juice while working mainly due to the fact that getting caught drink driving for me would have a major effect due to my normal job. plus the fact that i cant function anywhere near as well even after a pint means i stay well clear and save it for my nights out dmr-entertainments@hotmail.co.uk Link to post Share on other sites
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