Mykesbass

I think that Douglas has been on the Special K

For me, the first two and a half minutes is a cracking little pop song - a bit like something you'd expect Stiff to have put out in the late 70's, early 80's. But then it just keeps going and doesn't really seem to know why - as if you have too many ideas and are trying to stuff them all into the one song. I'd also put the little guitar motif in from the start, very catchy, and is what makes the track for me.

[quote name='chickenjames' timestamp='1454273734' post='2968191'] I hadn't thought of that - what do you think the radius on my Stingray is ? [/quote] 11" according to the spec, so quite considerably different!

[quote name='Manton Customs' timestamp='1454267513' post='2968094'] Fretboard radius can come into it also, the Sire has a more pronounced 7.25" radius which you must prefer! [/quote] Quite a big difference between the two, so this could well be the "fast" factor.

[quote name='BigRedX' timestamp='1454257023' post='2967906'] Who cares? [/quote] You should, as if R1 were doing their job properly DV & the T's would be in with a serious shout of some airplay!

[quote name='Billy Apple' timestamp='1454238296' post='2967687'] I don't see anything wrong here. It seems like they are using information to decide on what gets played. I think this is quite democratic. I suppose we could have the good old days where Monster Monster tossers paid Smashie and Nicey to play whoever the record company wanted promoting. [/quote] See their service remit in post #6 - they are supposed to support new music and emerging artists. How is an algorithm going to do that?

Such an important man in the UK music industry, broke hundreds of records and bands - his was one of the few shows that had any real impact on sales for many years. Can this post be merged into General Discussion, as that is where he deserves to be?

Oh, and I loved the Peterbuilt Dynamite Box Telebass that someone on here owns. That was very cool IMO.

[quote name='Roland Rock' timestamp='1454164296' post='2967117'] I'll stick my neck out and say that no coffee table/exotic topped bass can be cool. Beautiful, elegant, masterpiece maybe, but cool? No. [/quote] Are spalted tops coffee table? If so, I disagree. If they are not, then I'd better go back and edit my post, as I completely agree on the exotics!

With bass guitars I'm a bit odd - love traditional shapes (P,J,EB etc.) and then sometimes see something completely different (crazy, over the top custom, coffee table top type) and love it. In my book Relics are the only things that cannot be cool. Double basses are always cool!

[quote name='elephantgrey' timestamp='1454097896' post='2966502'] Its mission statement isn't to play interesting, clasic, or alternative music, but play what's popular. [/quote] Can you provide a link to this mission statement please? The latest Statement of Programme Policy I can find is from 2010/2011 and is very different from this. [quote] [b] Service remit[/b] [color=#333333][font=Arial, Helvetica, freesans, sans-serif][size=3] The remit of Radio 1 is to entertain and engage a broad range of young listeners with a distinctive mix of contemporary music and speech. Its target audience is 15-29 year olds and it should also provide some programming for younger teenagers.[/size][/font][/color] [color=#333333][font=Arial, Helvetica, freesans, sans-serif][size=3]It should offer a range of new music, support emerging artists – especially those from the UK – and provide a platform for live music. News, documentaries and advice campaigns should cover areas of relevance to young adults.[/size][/font][/color][/quote]

I must admit this disheartens me, even though, at 51 I am not Radio 1's target audience, but I do feel that this will hasten the homogenisation of pop music: [url="http://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/news/bbc-radio-1-promises-data-will-not-replace-djs-as-it-appoints-algorithm-playlist-expert-chris-price-a6840001.html"]http://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/news/bbc-radio-1-promises-data-will-not-replace-djs-as-it-appoints-algorithm-playlist-expert-chris-price-a6840001.html[/url]

Yes, used to wear just the one earplug to stop that, as the overall volume wasn't too loud, but that close proximity with the crash used to play havoc in one room I used to use.

Guess it is a case of the rock pioneers reaching older age: [url="http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-35438191"]http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-35438191[/url]

That has got to be the worst name for a colour description ever!! Nice looking bass though [url="http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=Montezuma%27s+revenge"]http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=Montezuma%27s+revenge[/url]

[quote name='thebassist' timestamp='1453998953' post='2965209'] "Must be experienced. Only apply if you're between the ages of 16 and 19." [/quote] It's alright, I know exactly where you are coming from!

[quote name='JTUK' timestamp='1453920142' post='2964281'] I can actually sympathise with the pub that tried it.... as I've never seen them have that many people in... but that to me just says the venue isn't working... everyone should just give it up. [/quote] This venue is working, but problems with the big PubCo's (Punch Taverns, Enterprise Inns etc.) are well documented - it seems these companies were only ever in it for the value of the buildings as assets, and this landlord was very open to me about this. Also, the jug pubs do seem to be the ones that have great audiences, so, if like me, you love playing to an enthusiastic audience rather than going home with your pockets stuffed full of fivers, locally, these pubs are well worth playing.

[quote name='Twincam' timestamp='1453995706' post='2965142'] I really don't get why this thread has ended up this way and in an effort to stop any offense I may of caused [b]I am sorry maybe my posts didn't come over as intended[/b] I've always posted (most of the time) with only humour and respect on bc and I'm actually a bit upset that I may of annoyed anyone or came across with anything but respect. [/quote] This^ big time I'm afraid, but glad it wasn't what you intended, as what did come over wasn't very nice. So here's a virtual handshake from me, and onwards with the new competition

[quote name='Twincam' timestamp='1453993316' post='2965108'] No you hold on there. As this was not directed at you in anyway shape or form so your reply made me laugh as that was egocentric! So honestly relax there I promise that was not directed at anyone. [/quote] I didn't for one moment think it was meant for me alone, so I'm glad you had a good laugh, all be it in error. My post fitted perfectly what you were moaning about - an opinion from someone with no interest in taking part in your new proposed challenge. It was, however, posted in a supportive spirit, which is why I took it personally, and felt stung by your petulant post. Glad to hear it wasn't directed at me, but perhaps you could sharpen your aim next time! I look forward to hearing the noodle posts, but retain the opinion that you should bite the bullet and put these raw tracks up against the others in the existing challenge.

Carvin.

Thought you were going to save that money from the Telecaster Bass sale I've never worked out these sniping tools, but if you are keen, I'd just watch it in the final minutes and put your £250 on as late as possible (less than a minute from the end).

[quote name='Twincam' timestamp='1453941655' post='2964614'] Can I just say with all due respect. This thread really should be for people interested in the idea and to say there interested, so hopefully get something going. And not really for people who don't want to take part or voice there opinions on why and clutter up the thread. If not enough people are interested so be it. I Don't go on the composition challenge thread and say I won't be taking part and what my opinions are on why I won't be and why not many people take part etc. [/quote] Woah, hang on. My post is one that you are (supposedly "with due respect") referring to here, a post that was very positive and encouraging. In light of this, I find your response incredibly offensive. The thought that you don't want anybody contributing in this way is incredibly egocentric, and, to me, now brings in to question your motives behind setting up the proposed alternative challenge. It is a real shame you have responded this way, as I was genuinely looking forward to hearing musical contributions like you suggested in the current challenge.

As a regular voter (but never an entrant) I'd welcome pieces like you are suggesting Twincam, but if you see how little traction this established competition gets I really can't see how an alternative version would work. Just use the picture as a starting point - I've never really taken too much notice, when it comes to voting, I just go with the compositions I like the most. Get stuck in, put your short, simple ideas up next month 0 I think you'll be pleasantly surprised by the response.

[quote name='blue' timestamp='1453930732' post='2964454'] Guys, I'm not old, I'm merely older. I'll never be old. Blue [/quote] I love the fact that you don't mind being a curmudgeon though Don't worry Blue, I've now reached the stage where I follow the mantra "You have to grow old, but you don't have to grow up"