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The usual tired and predictable default denigration of Britain as a nation and it's stature in the world. It's not a controversial statement to say that Britain is a great country with an extraordinarily rich history and culture. Or at least, it shouldn't be. "There is no resentment felt for Britain across Europe..." None at all? How would you know? You have your own agenda, regardless of what is actually true, and you have created a false narrative around it, namely that Britain is in a state of crisis whereas the rest of Europe, by comparison, is both more rational and thriving in every respect. A complete fiction based on feelings not on facts. "This lie you have been sold by multiple governments and media sources..." ect. You sound like a spotty student handing out leaflets outside McDonald's about the evils of corporate capitalism. Do actually believe this half-baked twaddle? Like all conspiracy theorists, the fundamental mistake you make is overestimating the competence and ability of the supposed conspirators. Multiple governments and media sources can't even sell the truth, let alone a lie. And how you can possibly conflate Brexit with anything in my post is symptomatic of your one-dimensional viewpoint. "He's critical of other European countries so he must believe in that." Brexit or no Brexit, every single country in Eurovision is a non-entity when it comes to making popular music compared to Britain. That is not really up for debate. We all know it and so do they. What Brexit has to do with that only you can tell us, but I would point out just how bad European pop music has always been. Brexit is only a recent phenomenon. We should show some respect by coming up with a better entry? Why do we owe respect to anyone? I think we show ample respect by participating. Oh,hang on a minute, I see what you mean. Maybe we should get the Beatles or Led Zeppelin to reform in time for next year's competition in Switzerland. This is Eurovision after all. Only the best is good enough. Just for your information, I don't mind at all that the rest of Europe is rubbish at pop music compared to Britain and the USA. I enjoy their inadequacy. All countries and all cultures are not equal in terms of achievements. I'm sorry if you find that idea upsetting but that's just the way the world is. And by the way, Ibiza relies on tourism. Without tourism it would be still be an island of poor peasants and fishermen. They should be grateful.

The Ric looks they way it should. SWEET! Daryl

Sounds like a fun night to me. Daryl

So I guess my idea for UK Bar/Pub tour for my band wouldn't work out well. Lol Daryl

Hi Dave, Hope you had a good week. No gigs for me until 5/25 at The Harley Motor Restaurant. Nice contracts. They do direct deposit. Everything is detailed in the contract, hours, breaks, fee,food and drinks comped and close load in parking. One of the few that do it right. I know there are exceptions. However I'm also in the "give those freebies a rest" camp. Especially when they get *" chincy" with food and drink. Daryl * Not sure if that's a word. I stole it from George Harrison when commenting on the $1,000.00 SNL offered to pay for a Beatles Reunion. Lol

We have several multi band festivals and fairs booked for summer 2024. Unfortunately modest "turn outs" are apart of the business and something most of us have to deal with. I really struggle with low attendance Daryl

Finally, a 12 string bass pic.

The P1 has a very rigid effects chain. You can move blocks about a bit, but you can't add new ones. If I was looking for a new practice tool, the Boss Katana Go would be at the very top of my list. I don't have one of them, but based on feedback here and my own GX-100, I have a lot of confidence in it. The P1 is my biggest gear regret to date. I couldn't coax a sound I liked enough out of it (for bass or guitar), which meant I didn't practice and spent my time tweaking and getting frustrated. I wish I had returned it, instead of thinking I could make it work.

Does anyone have a list of what "pedals" are actually in there? I have looked, honest.

The Hoochie Koochie Band in a small pub, the Eagle, in Narberth. Very good, deserved a bigger audience. Bass player was exceptional. Night before, Phil Campbell and the Bastard Sons in Narberth Queen's Hall. As brilliant as ever, lively packed out croud in wee 400 soul venue, they just done three very special home gigs in North, West and South Wales to complement their European tour. Hugely appreciated by fans who got a long and varied show. Loud* but excellent sound. Followed by mellow sesh in pub meeting locals, then took very basic pics of fading northern lights. Impressed I could use pro mode of my phone camera in a state of somem inebriation. *but not stupid loud. My phone app tells me I've seen significantly louder pub bands.

Yes, definitely not healthy in the long run, but no doubt it must have had a cathartic effect initially.

But the points are awarded by each country for their top 8 songs. Do you honestly think that that song should be in the top 8 songs for anyone?

French kissing in the USA - Ms Debbie Harry no less...