Les

Up to date again with the list and the stragglers, some uber cool looking bands on here, far less gangs of axe murderers than I expected

[quote name='dood' timestamp='1421706087' post='2664230'] Is it WAY too cheeky to add the page of a singular musician/artist type chap? [/quote] Done And up to date again I think.

[quote name='Bassman Sam' timestamp='1420930615' post='2655306'] Les. Have you gone off kebabs? [/quote] No mate First gig of the year this Saturday so my no doubt eagerly awaited status update/ post gig feast reviews will continue.

Bit of an update. I spent a lot of time today rehearsing and decided I was going to have to go down the cheat sheet route so started to write them out, just chord charts and occasional notes on fiddly bits. Well it seems to work, as I went through them to chart them and then ran through a couple of times to check my notes I was getting to the point where I didn't need them. Still going to do most of them anyway and know that I've got a crutch if I need it but hoping I don't. Thanks again. Les

[quote name='Pinball' timestamp='1420935190' post='2655362'] Hi, updated again and I have put an end date on the thread-just so we haven't all signed up to a lifetime commitment [/quote] I'm rolling on the floor laughing here at you trying to put the Genie back in the bottle seriously though, well done mate, great thread.

That's a result. Glad you got it sorted.

All good stuff, thanks everyone. Already on the CD in the car route listening over and over. Not ruling charts/cheat sheets out at all but would prefer not to if poss. By the middle of February I will have have gigged twice each with the 2 new bands and know from experience it will get easier. Just want to avoid any "rabbit in the headlights" moments. May even book a day or 2 off work just before it starts to play them over and over as I'm doing as much as I can at nights but there's about 3 hours of songs there. much obliged as always Les

Now in 3 bands, all starts 30th January. Decided a while ago I wanted to play a lot more. Got my wish and this years gigs have almost trebled. I'm really struggling to learn all the songs though. Nothing that is beyond me it's just I can't seem to set them all in my memory and it's starting to worry me. I'm talking maybe 50 - 55 new (to me) songs. Never have any problems usually but in all honesty only ever been in one band at a time before. I know a fair few of you do this kind of thing. Any hints or tips to help me ? cheers Les

[quote name='Pinball' timestamp='1420833579' post='2654116'] I hope its not spreading too far as its becoming a challenge to keep the list updated. If it gets to big I reserve the right to opt out [/quote] “Powerful you have become, the dark side I sense in you.” [size=2] Yoda[/size]

[quote name='waynepunkdude' timestamp='1420711813' post='2652331'] It's a very strange attitude that I think is exclusive to music, I can't think of another hobby that people would be expected to be paid to do. [/quote] I do get what you're saying. Though if we class it as a "hobby" like riding your bike/skateboarding/fishing etc then there are people at the top of the bike/boarding/fishing game making real money. Then further down the food chain there are semi pro's making a bit as well. I just think there is a much bigger foodchain if you will in music. Robbie Williams plays arena's for god knows how much and I play the Dog and Zombie for fifty quid. And of course there are many levels between. Live music tends to operate as part of a commercial environment and If I'm operating in and as a part of a commercial environment then I expect a share of some sort..

Only 3 for me this month, then it takes off cos' from the 30th Jan I'm in 3 cover bands. So far got 51 gigs in the diary and hoping for more. Les

Up to date again. There are some seriously cool looking bands amongst our members.

[quote name='blue' timestamp='1420323954' post='2648173'] You don't want to show up with older beat up gear thinking it''s your playing skills that will get you in. It usually doesn't work that way. Blue [/quote] mmm.... not sure I could do much about that, my gigging basses are 36 and 47 years old. Whilst I wouldn't say they were "ratty" they certainly bear the scars of the battle hardened warriors they are.

Bummer For all the trials and tribulations after 6 years that's got to leave a hole in your life. It's only just happened so sit on it and chill for a few days. Things may look different then.

This has got to be more difficult than auditioning a muso cos' of keys. Unless your expecting "the one" to be able to do everything in copy key in which case you may be auditioning for a long time. I can't remember the last time I was involved in auditions for a vocalist so no practical advice to give I'm afraid. If I had to do it I'd be tempted to send them your set list and the keys and ask them to learn however many you decide you want, that they feel they can do in the key you play them in. Be interested to know how you actually decide to go about this so do let us know. Good luck Les

Phew !! Think I've caught up again

Why are you only a foot in front of your cab ? I play pubs so I'm used to playing on the windowsill or in a space the size of a postage stamp but I'm never that close to my combo. Is it a 6 or 7 piece band so no room ? Les

I need more gigs too, but now you've made that masterpiece I'm screwed. Thanks

Yes, it's a two way street, they're also auditioning to be your band. You sound like you're easily up to the job so just relax, if you meet the playing standard required then anything else is pretty much out of your control. good luck Les

I suppose anything's possible Kevin but it does seem a roundabout way of getting the job done. What's wrong with the PA ? Is it not up to the job ? Les

I have an old Stingray and that's 2 band, how would changing to a 3 band get the sound you're looking for ? Les

All I really want to do next year is gig more, and I'm well on the way to that doing something I've never done before by being in multiple bands. Would also like to do some depping, another first.

[quote name='PianoFights' timestamp='1419631576' post='2641519'] I can't help but feel that you should be getting "likes" based on the merits of your music, and not through blunt exhortation. For sure, it's a great idea to promote your band on these forums, I just think that people should perhaps be a little more scrupulous, and only "like" what they actually, well, like... [/quote] Nah, it's just a marketing exercise for fellow bassist's on a forum, I'm enjoying looking at all the cool bands we are all in to be honest.

All above "liked" and some awesome band names guys. [url="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Tex-The-Hardcore-Troubadours/219016128112861?fref=ts"]https://www.facebook...8112861?fref=ts[/url]

[quote name='JTUK' timestamp='1419590625' post='2641035'] It is no use having a gtr who hides...or anyone else in the band for that matter, so them playing too quietly is a 'pointer' in my book. I'd probably keep looking... there is a difference between being too loud and being oblivious to that, and not being 'there'.. [/quote] The guy who got the job did laugh when I said I've had to tell everyone to turn up and said "auditions isn't it ? we are all on our best behaviour"