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[quote name='LayDownThaFunk' timestamp='1423509697' post='2685744'] Like it or not, Kanye West is the biggest rock star on the planet. [/quote] But what's that have to do with him being a gobsh*te?

[quote name='Happy Jack' timestamp='1423502291' post='2685607'] I've played plenty of pub gigs where it felt like I was 15 ft away from the nearest person ... [/quote]

[quote name='ras52' timestamp='1423502164' post='2685603'] I just need to pull my finger out and get some of my previous BC-inspired purchases on the marketplace (Retrovibe, Sue Ryder, the usual suspects...) [/quote] I might put my Japan Fender Power Jazz up for a swap for a 5er. Threads like this are a bloody nightmare.

[quote name='JPJ' timestamp='1423488548' post='2685357'] I love big stages, although the first time we played one, the photographs show us huddled up around the drum kit like we were back in the local pub (early Zeppelin photos display the same effect). One advantage of a bigger stage is that I leave with my shins intact. Our singer is a mic stand twirler in the style of Ronnie Van Zant and in smaller venues, there isn't a gig goes by without several blows to my shins We're down to play the local O2 Academy in May and that will be a pleasure, biggish stage, in-house PA & monitors, room to breathe and no shin injuries [/quote] I love big stages as well. Biggest I've played was the Larmer Tree festival. It felt huge. I love to run around a bit. But I've had great gigs on tiny stages too, like the Mau Mau Club in Ladbroke Grove where I had to play a headless bass in an almost upright position.

[quote name='ras52' timestamp='1423500525' post='2685573'] STOP THIS NOW. This is like eating a meal of baked beans and sprouts washed down with cabbage water. [/quote] I feel the same! I really want one now. I can't really spare the cash, but want to inject some real low end into my London Zulu gig, been playing them songs too long on a 4er.

[quote name='Toasted' timestamp='1423500955' post='2685581'] Kanye's great. At least he's got something different to say. [/quote] I liked his anti-bling thing, about diamonds killing people and blingy rappers need to stop wearing them. But he does talk some sh*te as well. He seems really petulant. But I think he's confused impact with creativity in this latest rant.

[quote name='Japhet' timestamp='1423500769' post='2685577'] Expect him to storm the stage at the Oscars if his wife doesn't win best actress. To be honest, I haven't got a clue who she is but the name rings a bell. [/quote] It's a Kardashian init?

[quote name='ambient' timestamp='1423496123' post='2685494'] I just read Steve Jenkin's (American bassist, check him out), post on Facebook, this is what he said "[color=#141823]Hearing Kanye West talk about artistry is like listening to Mitt Romney talk about poor folks".[/color] [/quote]

[quote name='cheddatom' timestamp='1423495628' post='2685484'] Yeh... define "original". I don't really want to get into that debate. I got into quite a few debates about Jean Baudrillard and simulacra and all that bollocks with my bands mates. I find it incredibly frustrating and cannot accept the notion that no art will ever be "original". Not that it's not a valid debate, just I'm so tired of it! My personal approach is to try and write what I "feel" or what's in my imagination. Then if it turns out to be a fairly straight up rock/pop song I get rid. If it turns out to be a bit weird I play it to my girlfriend and she says "It sounds like martin grech but heavier", which is a great compliment (to me) but obviously compares it to someone else... Arrgh!!! [/quote] Yep

[quote name='cheddatom' timestamp='1423493351' post='2685453'] Although I'm sure you're right in terms of "likeable music", I personally love it when I'm surprised by something new, and I always strive to be at least a little weird when I'm writing music Anyway, I wasn't commenting on whether Beyonce or Beck deserved the award. God knows what criteria the judges use [/quote] So am I Ched, but how do you know it's 'new'? It's only new to [i]you[/i], right? Like when paul h posted that Tokyo Jihen video a few years ago, it blew me away, never heard anything like it. Then you start looking at Japanese pop music and there are tons of bands doing that scene.

[quote name='Beer of the Bass' timestamp='1423492785' post='2685442'] Yeah, that whole originality thing has been done to death! [/quote] As a writer you have have to be honest with yourself. Some folks try too hard to be original. You can be highly original and still be meaningless sh*te, you know

[quote name='waynepunkdude' timestamp='1423492632' post='2685439'] But Beyonce doesn't even write, being a great performer doesn't make you a great artist. [/quote] I know. She is a fabulous performer and vocalist. She has a big ol production team because she's an industry. Beck is my type of musician, and he's a great performer too. Never ben that keen on what he does though. But then I detest the Beatles and the Stones, don't like the Beach Boys either ..

[quote name='cheddatom' timestamp='1423491900' post='2685431'] Beck is infinitely more original than Beyonce. I'm not sure the Grammys are too concerned with originality though? [/quote] Not sure originality is high on my want-list for likeable music. I think originality is highly overrated.

I dig Beyonce, I never really got into Beck (I really must try). But what Kanye West said is total bollocks.

[quote name='NancyJohnson' timestamp='1423465961' post='2684970'] I remember seeing It Bites debut this song at the old Guildford Civic Hall...this was before the album came out. Me and my mate just stood slackjawed. I know there was Yes and Genesis and Rush doing their poop, but this was different; guys roughly our age exposing us to an amazing piece. I listened to it again a few days ago. It's as awesome now as it was 25-odd years ago. [/quote] I saw The Sensational Francis Dunnery Band do it a few months ago. Apparently his last ever full band gig. Can help the OP with transcriptions or anything though, sorry.

[quote name='Clarky' timestamp='1423434800' post='2684816'] Sorted, the owner (Dave) got back to me this evening with an apologetic email (they have moved premises and as a consequence missed stuff on the website) and has refunded. So all is good bar the delay (I have ordered a pickup cover from another supplier, hopefully arrives in next few days) [/quote] Pathetic excuse. Missed opportunity to retain you as a customer. Rubbish.

Great photos mate! [quote name='steve-bbb' timestamp='1423385444' post='2684060'] not exactly last night was last friday but only just got some images - early start to the day as had to be soundchecked by 1pm - superb sound and lights by Panache Audio using a very nice compact RCF rig - then a spot of lunch from the venue and off down the road for a personal guided tour of the beeb (courtesy of our saxomophone playist who is a sound engineer with said establishment - the radio one live lounge is barely big enough to swing a cat!) and only two hours playing from about 830-1030pm and all packed down before 11pm - oh and a guest list including several top fashion models [/quote]

[quote name='SpaceChick' timestamp='1423359710' post='2683984'] Well I'm just in from my gig tonight. Welsh Floyd were playing Neath Little Theatre. We had a good crowd about 150 people. A few hiccups pre gig in that the PA turned up nearly three hours late, which resulted in much stress and included me and the drummer having a massive bust up and screaming at each other.... He started it I don't think he expected me to retaliate so viciously. He apologised and we hugged and made up. The crowd were really appreciative. It was our first gig with our circular projections and they worked a treat (thanks to my hubby's hard work). It was also our first gig since the saxophonist joined us and he kicked arse!! I made 2 mistakes and I am beating myself up over them!! I always do!! Also I couldn't hear my fretless very well, so have concerns that my intonation may not have been perfect!! Although speaking to friends afterwards they commented on how amazing and flawless I was!!! One friend loves my fretless work and commented on how I give him goosebumps and nobody can come close to me! I loves him I do We had a few little hiccups but nothing which stopped anyone's enjoyment. The theatre were chuffed to bits, as we'd been their largest live music event to date and so they made a tidy commission and bar take We also had a film crew there, so hopefully we will get some good live footage for YouTube. Also interesting that my mother in law came (as it was a local theatre) and she may be in her 70s but she really enjoyed herself Cream crackered now!! just finishing some ready salted peanuts to stop the post gig cramp I always get (which isn't as bad when I have peanuts) and then it's time for sleep! I love being a part time rock star I do!! Next gig, next Saturday! [/quote] Superb! Can't wait to see the footage! Nx

[quote name='steve-bbb' timestamp='1423396162' post='2684225'] +1 ... beat me to it [/quote] Haha, just about to post that too

Not that keen on those type of tones but they work for the sort of music he plays. He's good.

[quote name='Clarky' timestamp='1423307366' post='2683274'] cheers! Emailed again (different address), if I get no reply will call and take from there [/quote] I just tweeted them. But like you said about the FB page, no tweets since October.

[quote name='tauzero' timestamp='1423183334' post='2682084'] They never have a convincing go at trying new stuff. It's always a bit half-hearted, try something a bit different (not too radical, stick an active preamp in a Jazz for example) then if it doesn't take off in six months, ditch it. [/quote] Erm, my only two Fenders are both active. A Japan Power Jazz, and a Squier Jag.

I'm so sad about El Alien. But his positivity lightens my heart at the same time. One of my earliest musical influences. Golden vibes for him.

[quote name='JTUK' timestamp='1423227234' post='2682453'] Anything too rigid, turns me right off and bores me silly. One reason why I'm never much interested in ripping the thing note for note. [/quote] Same here. I rarely play the same thing twice. Can't stand it.