PatrickJ

Keys in this video... though slightly different sound to the recorded version I have. Man I wish I looked like the drummer!!

I subscribe to Apple Music (surely the eviliest of the evil). It's amazing value for the consumer. Where I used to spend £30-£40 on a few CDs a month; some good, most average, I now have almost unlimited music at the click of a button for £15 a month (family membership) - fully integrated with my car audio, my phone, Sonos systems, wireless headphones and my laptop. I've discovered music from bands and genres I would never have taken a risk on before. Surely as an artist this is a good thing!! The ability to reach potential fans, globally, is easier than ever before. As for the commercials, I should really do some research on what the impact is to the artist. I'm very unimformed on the comparisons between how much an artist received for an album outside the top 40 chart 10 years ago to how much they earn from digital sales and streaming plays now. Do streaming services lessen the impact of piracy ? Do you have longer sustained revenue on back catalogues of work (if I find an artist I like I will add many old recordings to my library too), wouldn't have done that with CDs or Cassettes. I can't see that I've noticed a significant change or decline in the life styles / celebritism of the biggest pop artists today than 10, 15 or 20 years ago. I'm also interested in understanding the impact on session musicians and recording engineers - is the new commercial model having an impact their businesses (positively or negatively).

No! At least not when the context has been set as your generic cider guzzling pub punter. We're not debating the low end connoisseur who may choose to attend a show where the bass is a prominent instrument , a Vulfpeck or Marcus Miller gig for example. 😁😁

Basses: I'd rebuy my Sandberg VT4 but, I'd replace my Mayones Jabba 5 with a Sandberg TM4. Amps: I just recently purchased a Little Mark Tube which I'm really impressed with so I'd stick with that - would swap my 4*10 cab for two 2*10s. Pedals: I'd stick with the MXR Octave and Env. Filters , would probably replace the Pork n Pickle with a grizzly bass and look for a new preamp. I'd also try and find funds to upgrade my compressor.

ha, well if you ever need someone to dep for you, hit me up! Where do you guys play normally?

I enjoyed this - this is the sort of band I'd love to play with. I'll definitely check out the EP!

I should really commit myself to this challenge - this year I completely re-worked my pedal board, purchased a new Markbass amp head and a new Sandberg bass ... that's quite enough I think, well after I replace the cabinet I just sold that is. My question is, do presents count against you?? it's my 40th next year and the misses wants to get me something nice ..

Sooo jealous!

I've posted these guys in the other thread too (as have others) but Turkuaz are a great band

These guys have been brought up on this forum before, but they're sooo good it's worth posting again. The Fearless Flyers, a Snarky and Vulfpeck love in.

And Analog Son

I like the North41 - they've just released a new album but I've not had a chance to listen yet.

I only found about these guys recently when browsing through the history of this thread, I think it was that exact YT video that turned me on to them!

I responded to a post JJL put up in the Wanted forum. An extremely easy BCer to deal with, swift payment and a hassle free transaction.

I just sold Al Krow (Bas) my Barefaced cab. Super friendly guy with great communication. Due to distance we agreed to meet halfway between us at a Pub which provided a good opportunity for a drink and a gear chat - I just hope his GAS infliction isn't contagious 😄

Just stumbled on to this thread, loads of great transcriptions - thanks for sharing your efforts!

Opening a feedback thread for myself

Don't yet have an opinion on DR's - they were 23£ from Amazon so thought I'd take a punt (hope they are not fakes)

Didnt feel like practicing this weekebd so I decided to restring and do basic setups on my basses. Just put LaBella flats on my Fender PJ and DR Sunbeams onto my Sandberg VT. Last to go is my Mayones Jabba 5 - haven't decided what to go for as yet (other than will definitely be round wounds of some sort). What strings are doing it for you guys right now ??