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I'll see what I can do. I wouldn't want to charge you anything. Blue

We played a cool private event to a distanced crowd of 75. The band was clicking on all 6 cylinders. It was a fun gig, more than generous pay and after the drinks kicked in the crowd became a lot more appreciative. "Howdy fellas. Here's the scoop for the private Maple Rd. gig this Sat. . We need to be setup and sound checked by 6:15, people start showing up at 6:30 and you'll play 7-10. I plan on getting there at 5. Lots of drinks and food available, we're more than welcome to partake. Huge yard, patio space is decent size to setup on with good power, we just can't block the door to the kitchen because food will be kept inside. About 70 ppl. have rsvp'd and they're super excited. "

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Yes, duos and acoustic gigs are popular. That's one reason I've been able to stay busy. Our band Maple Road has a scaled down acoustic act. If Maple Road is too expensive we can offer our acoustic product. Blue

I hope I'm writing the same story when I'm 74. That will be 8 years . Blue

I'm lucky. I would say for retired guys like me with a pension, I don't spend more than I earn.I never travel more than 30 minutes to a gig and my gear has been paid for, for years. My gig earnings go straight into a savings account. Blue

I hear you, while my band is still gigging it's a small fraction of the business we were doing last year this time. Blue

I'm curious. I understand the days of the big royalty checks for pro hit makers ended with US FCC law years ago. Many artists had to make the lions share of their income from touring. This can't be good for those folks. Blue

Is the gold P Bass MIJ ? Did you take the plate around the volume and tone controls off? Blue

My eye sight is not what it use to be. Mine is actually called Butterscotch. Blue

Here in the States most guys that had full time Gigs and are union members are collecting. 1k per week. However, I understand that will end on July 31st. unless they extend the benefit. Blue

Hi Dave, I hope most of the folks here know I have a small pension I collect monthly. So, I'm not sure I would classify as a full time musician. Blue

That yellow P Bass looks familiar. Blue

With 5 months of gigs cancelled for many of us with no end in sight, what is the reality and future for working musicians professional and amateur. I have a buddy who's 55 years old. All of his gigs are cancelled and he's looking for a regular job. He told me how hard it is filling out employment applications; " I haven't held a regular job since I was 14 years old" Please share other stories and thoughts. Blue

Last night the acoustic version of Maple Road played an outdoor show @ Sahale Brewery in Grafton, 7-9 pm. Big beautiful 3 level patio area, plenty of room for social distancing. Very cool appreciative crowd. Next weekend will be our 8th week in a row of gigging. Blue

Oh well, Tues. Aug. 4th Maple Road@ Konkel Park in Greenfield has been canceled courtesy of Covid. They will book the band next season. Blue

Thanks dmccombe7 I've never been a stand in the back by the drummer player. Blue

I have no idea what those speakers were for. Old boat stuff I reckon. Blue

The load in was so poor we didn't use our monitors. Blue

I think some bands are good for the camera and some are not. We're not. Blue

THANK YOU to the Milwaukee Boat Line and the Vista King for hosting another great concert cruise last night! We had a blast as usual! Being the first of the season with the new Covid restrictions in place, no one knew quite what to expect, but we would strongly recommend getting tickets to an upcoming cruise! The staff did a great job, and with the limited tickets available and open air upper deck, there is more than enough room to move about, dance the night away and practice social distancing! The crew wear masks throughout the night, and passengers need one while waiting in line to board, and while on the lower level (because it is enclosed) which is where the bar and restrooms are located. All in all, a GREAT experience for all!! Thank you to our friend Jim Kennedy for the photos!

I feel the same way about my Gibson Gold Top Les Paul Bass. Great bass, but I never connected with it. Blue

I'm not sure how old an "old bag" is, however I'd like to see as many of us 65 plus folks hang in there as long as possible. Blue

This is the kind of stuff I love to hear. Great groove Paul. Blue

I'm bringing a mask , hand sanitizer and gloves. Blue