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G---E--- | C---D--- | G---C--_ | G--D_--- hyphen = picked underscore = ringing C is below G on bar 2 and above on bar 3. In the 3rd bar, where the guitar plays a B note and bass plays C, this seems to imply a rootless inversion of D7/6 where the guitar plays the 6 and bass the 7. Unusual, but that's Wilko for you. Just remembered who I lent my copy of Down By The Jetty to in 1978. Time to track him down...

Bass looked and sounded great at The Beehive, Steve. Noticed Simon was recording, so hopefully there'll be something available online.

Entirely reasonable level of expectations for a pre-Madonna. No doubt the manager, publicist, PA, choreographer, video director, fashion designer, make-up artist, hairdresser, personal trainer and spiritual advisor are already in place.

Beehive rather than Gluepot isn't it? Is Simon the sole guitarist this time?

Harmonicas should be banned from use by anyone but lead vocalists. It's the only way to ensure the noise will stop now and again.

Funnily enough, my wife was a CRTronic typesetter in the '80s and owns a Westone Thunder 1A. (Didn't take lessons from Henry though.)

When queried, the band admitted they play in various lineups, so it's clear you are considered - at this point - a call-when-needed augmentation, not a member. If you're happy to play with them on this basis, then carry on - but remain cool and detached. If you insist they copy you in on their every fart and burp then they'll likely find you too pushy and possessive and look elsewhere. Circumstances may change in your favour, so try to be objective. The "I saw a program that said concealment is lying" blame-foisting moral judgement approach is compost for resentment and unhealthy for all concerned. The Universal Standard of Fair Treatment and Best Practice for Bands and Musicians is written in invisible ink on the backside of a unicorn. Take as you find and roll with the punches.

"Nerves", as a state of anticipation, can stem from both fear and excitement. Telling yourself the feeling is excitement can work wonders.

"Did we just sing an accurate 3 part harmony? Must have imagined it." "Second time round the solo coming up, time for the drummer to switch from ride to hi-hat early and pull the rug from under us." "Guitar licks from 'Sultans of Swing' don't necessarily work in a swing number." "If they're so bored, why are they still here?" "She thinks that horrible noise is coming from me." "Is this tricky bit really worth the bother? Probably no other bass players in the pub." "It's supposed to be Jump Blues, not Trad Jazz." "If people were meant to have a crash cymbal 6 inches from their head..." "Maybe I won't get that double bass." "Amazing the difference a bit of applause makes." "Why does he never announce the last song so people are primed to call for an encore?" "Got those stairs to look forward to."

Drew Davies is a UK expatriot band leader who's played the Caveau for years. Might be worth dropping him a line. TBH, as a punter I'd feel shortchanged if a Swing/Jump band skimped and brought a uke (both for the sound and the look), but the club seems to attract more dancers than chin-strokers so you might get away with it.

Maybe your action will clear the air. Good luck. Here's what I was about to reply to your original post: "Too laid back but in a potentially passive aggressive way" rings some bells here. It's usually due to elephants in the room, most likely an unresolved power struggle. At some point he's likely to vent by losing his temper with you over some trivial thing unrelated to the real beef. What you've said suggests he views the band as his vehicle, and would be happier for everyone else to accept a role as supporting him in this rather than having to "share the glory". Has it been established who gets songwriting credits? I'd be interested in seeing some video of the band to get an idea of the dynamic and whether this bloke has any talent deserving of support. Feel free to send a link in a PM if you'd rather not make it public.

[quote name='Dad3353' timestamp='1506425526' post='3378590'] Like this, maybe..? [/quote] That'd get you about halfway there.

[quote name='bazztard' timestamp='1506134411' post='3376685'] I think I'll take the word of a successful million selling guitarist who played on a whole tour with Chuck over someone on a forum who never played with him, no offence [/quote] No million sales required to verify standard tuning, just an eye or two. [media]http://youtu.be/YtrOr3WKmyY[/media] (Seeing the original broadcast of this propelled me into guitaring.)

[quote name='mikel' timestamp='1506418877' post='3378526']Also, did a lot of top guitarists back in Chuck's day not use flat wound strings? That would explain a great deal regarding the tone and lack of sustain. [/quote] I suspect the choking effect of his massive fingers played a part. Maybe wearing gloves would help.

Heinz, Cadburys... Oops, I thought it said "brands". Isn't being overrated one of the main attractions of being in a band?