charic Posted November 28, 2012 Share Posted November 28, 2012 My bands first headline gig this Friday and the nerves are finally starting to bite. The band we have in support are frankly... brilliant! So we have to put on a good show. Any tips on getting moving on stage? I play in a death metal band and dont naturally headbang, I would rather jump around a bit but unlikely to loosen up enough for that. On the plus side Ive been with the band practices around 12 hours a day since Saturday so were very well rehearsed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spike Vincent Posted November 28, 2012 Share Posted November 28, 2012 Just time to learn some Shadows moves, then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dandelion Posted November 28, 2012 Share Posted November 28, 2012 Playfully snarl at every one, Adopt a wide legged stance. Grin during the blastbeats. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Fretbuzz Posted November 28, 2012 Share Posted November 28, 2012 Good luck mate :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tuono Posted November 28, 2012 Share Posted November 28, 2012 [b]Don't move, let the crowd do that. Get some 10" high leg combat boots and stand with your feet planted (the boots will help here) preferably in a fairly wide stance as Dandelion suggests, maybe a slow nod from time to time and a bit of a snarl to accompany a fixed stare. Give them some serious thunder and enjoy it; if you enjoy it the crowd will, it's infectious.[/b] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JapanAxe Posted November 28, 2012 Share Posted November 28, 2012 If you're going to move about on stage, you need to rehearse it like any other part of your performance. Play along with some of your tracks in front of a mirror and see what looks good and what looks naff. But as others have hinted, it is perfectly acceptable for a bass-player to be immobile on stage! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skol303 Posted November 28, 2012 Share Posted November 28, 2012 Good luck mate! Seriously, you've got the support of everyone here You've put the hours in with practice, so you know that side of things is covered. Draw some confidence from that and don't worry too much about your 'stage presence' until after the first couple of songs, by which time you'll have slotted into your groove and will be more relaxed and happy to let go a little. Disclaimer: I haven't gigged properly in nearly 10 years but solid practice and Dutch courage used to work for me (in moderation - it's a careful balance. Two pints was always my optimum). Enjoy it and let us know how it goes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charic Posted November 28, 2012 Author Share Posted November 28, 2012 Normally I would agree however were a three piece metal band so I feel I have to try. It alao looks like a lot of fun. Particularly inspired by parkway drives stage act Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hollywoodrox Posted November 29, 2012 Share Posted November 29, 2012 Have a great time man. Good luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charic Posted November 29, 2012 Author Share Posted November 29, 2012 Cheers! Been through the hour long set 3 times already today as a band and were pretty much on the best form we ever have been so fairly confident Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leen2112 Posted November 29, 2012 Share Posted November 29, 2012 When I watched a video of my band recently i was surprised to see that when I moved It looked as if I was going to fall over every time! I didnt realise I froze up when gigging, I now pick my moments to move, open strings are a good time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mog Posted November 29, 2012 Share Posted November 29, 2012 Be careful if you aren't used to going walkabout on a stage. If you feel that you want to go but cant do so comfortably the don't move. Its all to easy to hit an instrument/mic lead if you haven't done a recon of the area beforehand. I'm prone to going on little meanderings during sets as part of the "stageshow", often singing backing vocals into the other guitards mic or using one of the guys wah pedals if they're away from their pedals. Try to keep all leads taped down bar the instrument to pedal/amp and use bright tape to mark the max reach of your own lead. If in doubt plant a foot on the nearest monitor and rock out old school. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve G Posted November 29, 2012 Share Posted November 29, 2012 No advice, but I hope it all goes well! Sounds like you're gonna have a great time! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul torch Posted November 29, 2012 Share Posted November 29, 2012 Have a blast!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salt on your Bass? Posted November 29, 2012 Share Posted November 29, 2012 I dont think you'll have to move if you're performace is up to scratch - which it sounds like it will be! I saw Dying Fetus a little while back - 3 piece - death(?)/shock(?) metal - no movement on stage, but amazing delivery of their material. One of the best perormances I've seen and now really into them. Main thing is well polished material and enjoy it in my opinion, the crowd will catch tyhe drift! Wheres the gig out of interest? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charic Posted November 29, 2012 Author Share Posted November 29, 2012 The gigs in st neots Cambridgeshire, thanks for the advise guys. Its appreciated Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salt on your Bass? Posted November 29, 2012 Share Posted November 29, 2012 If you ever make it as far as bedford, let me know I'll swing by - sounds like an interesting project! Good luck with it again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassTractor Posted November 29, 2012 Share Posted November 29, 2012 No advice, but best of luck! Oh, and first and foremost make sure you have a huge personality and beam it out to the audience. Then, don't move unless you already know this is within your comfort zone and you can play the part. Boots and monitors, as said, are good, as is feet far apart. Make sure you [b]have fun[/b] doing this! Sorry I can't give any advice though. best, bert Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTUK Posted November 29, 2012 Share Posted November 29, 2012 Moves should be natural or not done at all... I only get apprehensive about tickets and attendance not the performances itself.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charic Posted November 30, 2012 Author Share Posted November 30, 2012 [quote name='JTUK' timestamp='1354221636' post='1883897'] Moves should be natural or not done at all... I only get apprehensive about tickets and attendance not the performances itself.. [/quote] If the attendance hits whats expected well be turning people away on the door. The response has been fantastic, apparently the last gig made a bit of a name for us. My singer keeps getting asked if hes going to the gig because theres a great band on... they have seemed a bit shocked once theyre told hes the singer lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thurbs Posted December 1, 2012 Share Posted December 1, 2012 Well done last night Charic. Metal isn't my thing but you guys put on a great show and I enjoyed it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charic Posted December 1, 2012 Author Share Posted December 1, 2012 Thanks for coming along thurbs. Great big post to come on here once ive fully recovered what a crowd though... fek Did your boy get onto the stage? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charic Posted December 1, 2012 Author Share Posted December 1, 2012 Well... what can I say. Im still in shock about how it went, we didnt break even as a lot of people flaked. Many of them being the same people who were bringing large groups. But oh my what a reaction. Moshing Headbanging Jumping Heavy metal macarena to a metal version of word up Wall of death And the finale? We got about 70 people on stage with us going mad all around us as we played our encore We had a few technical difficulties and monitoring issues but we poweted through. At least the crowd enjoyed themselves! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAY AGAINST THE MACHINE Posted December 1, 2012 Share Posted December 1, 2012 Glad it went well,) love the death metal stuff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charic Posted December 2, 2012 Author Share Posted December 2, 2012 [quote name='RAY AGAINST THE MACHINE' timestamp='1354390293' post='1885544'] Glad it went well,) love the death metal stuff [/quote] Is there much of a scene over your way? Were booking up for next year now so we can look into a gig in your area Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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