LewisK1975

Sometimes in my old covers band it was the really repetitive ones which caught me out.

Quick roll eyes at the drummer, 'Haha!, the repetition got you!'

53 minutes ago, TorturedSaints said:

Listening now.  It's a lovely bass tone.  Is the recording engineer who recorded the bass/guitars the (ex-IQ) drummer Andy Edwards or is it a different one?  As previous posters have commented, there's something good about female Welsh vocalists - Magenta is one of my current faves as well.    Anyway, a thoroughly recommended listen.  Some nice modern Rush references too.

I hate to mention it but surely track 3 should be titled "The Kings Are Dead" as the extra apostrophe makes it a meaningless lyric.  Sorry to be a pedant.  

It's a different Andy Edwards, he is/was the vocalist/guitarist of Welsh prog band EZRA.

Thanks for the kind words. 

Yep, we spotted the incorrect apostrophe when we visited the label HQ to see the CD's - too late then unfortunately.

Hopefully it'll be corrected if further pressings are done..no need for apologies..

Stunning Bass.

11 hours ago, bootleg said:

I've said this before, but I reckon Si is a time traveller.

+1, seriously.

Here's an old pic (at least 5 years ago) - the only one I've still got is the blonde '78 Precision..

16 hours ago, KevB said:

There's been a good representation of modern Welsh prog bands with female vox - The Reasoning, Karnataka, Magenta.

Indeed Kev,  and it's Magenta's Rob Reed who runs our label. 

And the gent that is @mattbass6 on here was/is behind The Reasoning & was also a Magenta member..

11 hours ago, ead said:

Any news on gigs yet?

Lots in the pipeline ead, I'll keep this updated as confirmations come in.  Thanks mate!

4 minutes ago, Osiris said:

My copy of the CD arrived yesterday, I gave it a quick listen last night and was thoroughly impressed. Even my good lady liked it and it's not the sort of thing she normally listens to. She commented on your singers voice reminding her a little of Cerys Matthews, must be a Welsh thing 

Thanks Osiris & Mrs Osiris!  The idea for the band was a modern approach to Prog, whilst still maintaining an old-school vibe, so it makes sense that it appeals to more than just pure progsters...Thanks again for the kind words!

On 30/03/2019 at 20:26, ead said:

Since receiving the CD it has been on in the car constantly.  Great work Lewis and band.

Have told my Scottish mate who broadcasts a prog show to give some airtime.

That's very kind of you ead! Cheers mate!

9 hours ago, Bassman Sam said:

Just ordered it. and looking forward to blasting it out. Fine work Lewis.

Thanks Sam!

13 hours ago, ead said:

But I have it now!

Excellent!

16 hours ago, dmccombe7 said:

Listened to the full album and its quite simply 1st class. There's something about the vocalist that just draws you in for more. The vocals also sit well forward in the mix so everything she sings is crystal clear. She has a unique voice. The more i listen to the album the more i want to hear the next album. I can see me following this band's progress.

This is also one of those albums i'll enjoy playing along with as the bass just sounds so good.

Few of my mates have already commented on the album as i copied the album preview link on to my FB page.

Wish you every success guys. Well deserved in my opinion.

Thanks again Dave - humbled!

2 hours ago, dmccombe7 said:

Album just arrived this morning and having my first listen and so far the first 4 tracks are stupendous. Not overkilled by keyboards yet still retaining the traditional prog feel. Absolutely loving this. Very refreshing take on Prog.

Some really nice little bass runs thrown in. Very nice work indeed.

Highly recommend this especially Prog fans. You won't be disappointed. Has touches of YES, Rush and few others hiding in there and i'm guessing those were the main influences

Well done

Dave

Thanks Dave!  And correct on the influences, We're all big Rush fans...

1 hour ago, Osiris said:

Just had a listen to both the Coverland video and the album preview and I think it's awesome!

When I saw the Prog mention I was expecting something more self indulgent but the music is intelligent without being pretentious and varied without turning into musical masturbation. It's very accessible and there's some great playing throughout. 

Just one observation form the Coverland video, the drummer doesn't look like he's beating the kit to within an inch of its life. Where did you find him? Are there any left in stock? 

 

1 hour ago, Osiris said:

Just went to purchase a copy of the album and PayPal looks like it's working fine for me.

The only question I have is that it's not clear from http://www.whiteknightrecords.co.uk/ what format it is, I assume it's a CD? Hopefully it's not vinyl as I no longer have a turntable!  

Very kind words Osiris, than you very much.  And yes, it's only CD that's been done at the moment..

1 hour ago, ead said:

Mine hasn't landed yet 

Fret not ead, the official release date is tomorrow,  Dave must have some lightning quick posties round his way...

Good grief - that is lovely!

On 16/03/2019 at 17:50, lownote12 said:

Just dropped my Markbass LM2 onto a wooden floor from about 4 feet height.  No obvious dings, rattles and it still works. Is it likely to be OK?

I'd be tempted to remove the lid and have a quick gander inside to see if anything's obviously damaged / loosened / dislodged.

YMMV!

Why not ask Mark Gooday (Ashdown owner/MD, formerly TE bigwig) if he's got any idea's where you might get something?, or maybe he'll have another suggestion to achieve what you're trying to do...He's on Facebook or easily contactable via Ashdown too..

Great video @Bill some super-tight riffage there! Love it!

Fingers for me! 

I kinda like the additional 'air' in the notes when using the pick, but for that bass, fingers just sound so 'right'!

Great post!

Thanks for all the kind words chaps!  There's now also a preview video for the album on Youtube too, hope you all enjoy!

12 hours ago, ead said:

Been trying to buy the CD on Whiteknight Records but PayPal doesn't seem to like this very much?

Weird that - Let me know if you've still got a problem though, and I'll let them know.

1 minute ago, dmccombe7 said:

Hope you don't mind but i've shared your Youtube clip on my FB page too. Gotta get more airplay up here in Scotland.

Too good to keep down south.

Dave

Absolutely Dave - Thank you very much!

1 hour ago, Marc S said:

And don't forget to let me know when you're playing more local gigs too
It is indeed a great song, and as has been said - "A belter of a bass tone"
Nice one Lewis!

Cheers Marc!

1 hour ago, dmccombe7 said:

Can we buy the album anywhere yet ?

Had a look on the band FB page but don't see anything other than its off to be mixed down back in October.

Dave

Hey Dave - Thanks!, I'll check the FB page as I'm sure we had posted on there about the Pre-order.

The album is out on 28th March and can be pre-ordered now directly from the label at www.whiteknightrecords.co.uk

Cheers!

49 minutes ago, MartinB said:

Spot on - the line out on a Rumble 100 v3 is post-everything. If you turn up the gain/EQ/master on "your" amp, you'll also be increasing the signal to "his" amp. Since the older Rumbles don't have a gain control, this could cause clipping. You'd have the same situation if you used the effects send from the 100.

That's mad they've (fender) allowed that to happen.  Surely the whole point of a 'Line level' signal is just that - it stays at the same (line) level!!!

On 02/03/2019 at 11:47, ead said:

Good work there, loving that tune.  Any planned dates in the northwest?

I believe this is being worked on as we speak!

One I've never been able to count is Rusty Cage by Soundgarden.  The verse sections are in 4/4 apparently, but I'm damned if I can count it and find the '1'....