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Oddly enough i kinda feel that Marcus Miller has done his bit for bass like Jaco and has now been overtaken by some of the new players doing the rounds. Few years back when these guys were at their peak they were by far some of the best bass players out there but as time moves on and styles and techniques advance i find Jaco and Marcus sound a little out dated. To be fair i haven't listened to a lot of Marcus Miller material and usually only when i see him play at bass conventions more than anything else. Two different styles too. Jaco is more Jazz based whereas Marcus is more funk slap and pop too me. At the end of the day both have done their bit for bass thru the years but neither are my favoured style of music. Nice to try and play what they do tho. Dave

Probably been quite a few i've really had to work at altho they were just for my own satisfaction and never played in a band. Few Rush parts YYZ being the obvious one but the one i love playing is Time Stands Still. Some nice wee fiddly bits and love his tone. Camel Never Let Go from the Live Record. (Few other arts on that album i liked and had to work at. Sinclair is an incredible bassist) Cosy Powel Theme #1 was a tricky wee bass line by Jack Bruce. (think that's what got me into Bruce's bass style) Its just dawned on me that they all have a very similar sharp mid-esque tone That's the tone i try to aim for in most bands. Dave

Congrats on the great news for the new family member. Really thats all that matters in life. The rest is just frills. Sounds like you have made the right decision with the band and sound as tho you are far happier with current line up and set up. Alls good for you and things always work out for the best. Looks like you're gonna have a great Xmas this year with lots to celebrate over. All the very best Dave

I never even gave that a thought but i have a Hilux covered pick up. So that's why bands have been asking me. Its nothing to do with me or my ability. I just have a big car to cary gear Dave

Best of David Bowie (early albums up to Station to Station) The one i have is a 2 disc set and i only ever play the first CD. Seconds Out - Genesis Lost In the New Real - Arjen Luccassen There are so many other albums to choose from so it was a difficult choice but these are the albums i keep returning to.

Reliable solid bass player. I play with an aggresive confident and energetic style that suits most rock bands i've played with. Never miss a rehearsal or gig. I'm very organised and write every song out note for note on the bass part and ensure all covers are done to the agreed version structure. Always eager to help other set up if needed. As far as i know i'm pretty easy going altho i do like things done properly and can be quite pushy to ensure band sounds tight at any gigs. Having done PA & Lighting hire for few years i have a good working knowledge of how things should be set up and being an electrical / electronics engineer i am able to sort out the minor probs with gear on the night. Can cover all the lead repairs where required. Dave

I enjoyed that. He has a really nice mellow tone on his bass. Assuming the PA rig is for his bass pedals as only the bass cab is mic'd up. Looks like 2 Taurus pedals too. Nice. Not sure where the percussion was coming from when Copeland changes between drum kits tho. Pre-recorded ?

You can just sack them and bring in nice people that you like and mentally change their personalities Dave

Pink Floyd thru the ages. Failing that Bowie thru the years.

Wasn't sure which one it was but i think Spector were and probably still are far more popular basses.

I had no idea. Need to go look at Amazon now. Thanks for that. Is it a genuine UK one as i can only see Japanese imports and i think that's why i never bought it. Just had some doubts about it workng properly in UK for some reason. ? Dave

Not been a huge fan of them but have always enjoyed anything i've heard. Always thought they were a very energetic band when they first appeared. Think the song-writing is pretty exceptional tho. Dave

Are they really that good. Hard to tell from Youtube clips even with headphones. Dave

Keep us posted on what you think. Dave

Biggar near Lanark 40miles from Glasgow

I first came across him years ago when a band asked me to play S.A.T.O. and i thought the bass line was fantastic. He's a pretty impressive rock bassist. Dave

Think Guy used the Status on the Delicate Sound of Thunder Tour along with a Warwick streamer (could have been a Spector ?) I had the old VIDEO of the tour but don't think it ever came out on DVD. Dave

Big fan of his after hearing him on Bruford album "One of a Kind" years ago and find him interesting as well as extremely talented. Wouldn't know which pack to go for tho. Do you start with the first one ? Dave

That's what's going thru my mind. If someone's marriage is at risk its usually down to someone mis-behaving. Had to google pejorative as never heard that word before. I'm impressed with your diction and vocabulary knowledge. Dave

4 bands at a time. Jings i struggle with one. Most i've had is 2 at any given time but found it taking up too much of my time when i was working. Now that i'm retired (early of course) i have lot more time to learn songs so 2 bands might not be a bad idea. Best start with getting one first tho Dave

Life is like a box of chocolates, You never know what you're gonna get I won't gig with a band unless they are tight. I'm past the age of being embarrassed by other band members making mistakes. Either do it right or not at all. Don't get me wrong mistakes happen at almost every gig but they should be virtually un-noticed by the audience. Dave

Good point Ascars about the music. Its a style of music i'm most comfortable with and what i was looking for to be honest. It may well all be genuine and if it gets up and running i may find out they just aren't good enough at doing it and that would have to be the end of it for me. Time will tell tho

That all sounds very familiar to me. I'm more or less thinking same as you. Don't burn bridges but keep a look out for something and if it happens it happens and if not move on to the next project.. Dave

Think you're right Dave. Will keep it on hold until things settle down. My last band i had to travel 42miles each way to rehearsals every week. Will scout thru the ads to see whats out there tho just in case.