JakeBrownBass Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 ....what essentials should i pack, equipment wise?? Supporting a band called A Silent Film. My band were ment to support all the 7 dates that there doing but now only doing 4 as 2 of them, the venues wanted local bands and then london is just a big farse Come one then all you wise ones, advise me Jake Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sibob Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 Ah I think one of the guys in A Silent Film works in Gerrards Cross with the guitarist in my band (First Signs Of Frost). Ummm, four dates isn't a lot, you shouldn't need a loada gear. Spare strings.....ummmm....clean pants!? Si Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bnt Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 Spare bass, several changes of strings. Stage Clothes. Socks & Underwear, plenty of; Earplugs: not just for the gigs. Books. Nurofen, Imodium, Durex, Germoline. Protein bars, muesli bars, nuts (meal replacements). Flip-flops or similar - if you'll be using showers in odd places e.g. Yoof Hostels. ..? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lowdown Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 The good pub guide. Garry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Protium Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 Backup bass, strings, gaffa tape Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jakenewmanbass Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 (edited) Save packing space by stuffing socks and undies into your shoes. Pack and then halve it. When going on really long tours travel light, buy clothes on the road and fling what you don't need. 57 consecutive late night hotel arrivals with a heavy bag is a real drag. Do the 'ready roll' before going to sleep (if you do) get everything ready to leave the room within 10 mins of waking up. On hot travel days take a light cool bag and freeze packs, wrap the packs in a flannel and use the flannel to wipe your neck during the journey, extremely refreshing, also one for hot days, get the B&B owner (or hotel) to freeze bottles of water for you, cheap cool water all day. Get pissed, shag birds (or blokes if you like) Edited October 2, 2008 by jakesbass Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rayman Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 A list of good kebab shops near the venues, and a crate of Stella. Just make sure you have fun that's all. I had the pleasure of doing a small tour with a rock band many years back, and it was a riot, I remember it all with great fondness, wish I could do it again now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lowdown Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 (edited) [quote name='jakesbass' post='297917' date='Oct 2 2008, 07:44 PM']On hot travel days take a light cool bag and freeze packs, wrap the packs in a flannel and use the flannel to wipe your neck during the journey, extremely refreshing, also one for hot days, get the B&B owner (or hotel) to freeze bottles of water for you, cheap cool water all day. Get pissed, shag birds (or blokes if you like)[/quote] Jake.Have yo been sniffing glue? Getting pissed and shagging is good.. But do you know something about the UK weather we dont. Its October. Garry Edited October 2, 2008 by lowdown Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Jack Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 [quote name='bnt' post='297899' date='Oct 2 2008, 07:28 PM']Imodium, Durex, Germoline.[/quote] Try to remember where and when to use each of these products. If in doubt, RTFM. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nash Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 2 sets of spare strings. you shouldnt have to restring after 4 shows if they are fresh on. if you're staying places overnight instead of going home take a mummy style sleeping bag. 1 pair of jeans 2 pairs of boxers 4 pairs of socks and if you can fit it a pair of shoes (something small like cons or van slipons) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ukelele Salad Posted September 28, 2011 Share Posted September 28, 2011 MASSIVE BUMP! Like this list: Spare bass, several changes of strings. Stage Clothes. Socks & Underwear, plenty of; Earplugs: not just for the gigs. Books. Nurofen, Imodium, Durex, Germoline. Protein bars, muesli bars, nuts (meal replacements). Flip-flops or similar - if you'll be using showers in odd places e.g. Yoof Hostels. In addition i've found an amazing bit of kit called an Aeropress which makes the best espresso i've had out of home kit. It looks like a male-member enlarger. Crucial for those venues where all you get is a kettle and crusty cups. Any more thoughts on this list? I'm van-bound for a month round Europe. Any little ohmygodicouldntlivewithoutmyX gems? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crez5150 Posted September 28, 2011 Share Posted September 28, 2011 [quote name='Sibob' timestamp='1222971712' post='297890'] Ah I think one of the guys in A Silent Film works in Gerrards Cross with the guitarist in my band (First Signs Of Frost). Ummm, four dates isn't a lot, you shouldn't need a loada gear. Spare strings.....ummmm....clean pants!? Si [/quote] Spare pants for four days........ not very rock 'n roll Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MacDaddy Posted September 28, 2011 Share Posted September 28, 2011 nail clippers. wet wipes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linus27 Posted September 28, 2011 Share Posted September 28, 2011 [quote name='crez5150' timestamp='1317208103' post='1388025'] Spare pants for four days........ not very rock 'n roll [/quote] Yeah you should only need 1 pair of pants for four days. Wear them forward on day one. Wear them backwards on day two, wear them forwards inside out on day three and wear them backwards inside out on day four. See, that saved you space. One pair of socks for two days obviously Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discreet Posted September 28, 2011 Share Posted September 28, 2011 [quote name='Linus27' timestamp='1317213680' post='1388120'] Yeah you should only need 1 pair of pants for four days. One pair of socks for two days obviously [/quote] Don't wear pants or socks. More space saved. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OliverBlackman Posted September 28, 2011 Share Posted September 28, 2011 did a short tour in cornwall over the summer. Lessons learnt; fish and chips down there are damm tastey. Also, take swimming shorts as you never know when you will need them and when the time comes that you need them and dont have any.. You either need to pay well over the top for some new ones, buy asda ones that look like they were styled for angus young or wear boxers and casual shorts and be uncomfortable for the rest of the day Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lfalex v1.1 Posted September 28, 2011 Share Posted September 28, 2011 [quote name='MacDaddy' timestamp='1317210408' post='1388057'] nail clippers. wet wipes. [/quote] And Coco Pops. A guy's gotta eat y'know. Otherwise, spot on! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linus27 Posted September 28, 2011 Share Posted September 28, 2011 [quote name='discreet' timestamp='1317214190' post='1388133'] Don't wear pants or socks. More space saved. [/quote] You sir are a genius. I think this is the way forward from now on Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OliverBlackman Posted September 28, 2011 Share Posted September 28, 2011 [quote name='discreet' timestamp='1317214190' post='1388133'] Don't wear pants or socks. More space saved. [/quote] and time ;-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linus27 Posted September 28, 2011 Share Posted September 28, 2011 [quote name='Lfalex v1.1' timestamp='1317214328' post='1388141'] And Coco Pops. A guy's gotta eat y'know. Otherwise, spot on! [/quote] Surely you mean frosties. Frosties are everyones favourite Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discreet Posted September 28, 2011 Share Posted September 28, 2011 All Bran. Anusol. Torch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marvin Posted September 28, 2011 Share Posted September 28, 2011 [quote name='discreet' timestamp='1317214190' post='1388133'] Don't wear pants or socks. More space saved. [/quote] A caveat being however, how much imodium you are taking. Spare pants take up less space than spare trousers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linus27 Posted September 28, 2011 Share Posted September 28, 2011 [quote name='Marvin' timestamp='1317214809' post='1388153'] A caveat being however, how much imodium you are taking. Spare pants take up less space than spare trousers [/quote] Hey Marvin, you will like this. This is where we used to rehearse before going on tour. Does the posters on the walls look like anyone familiar to you, maybe some Aussie singer [attachment=90383:196643_1002270689848_1017246933_3037_1474_n.jpg] [attachment=90384:198027_1011918771044_1017246933_51690_1058_n.jpg] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discreet Posted September 28, 2011 Share Posted September 28, 2011 [quote name='Marvin' timestamp='1317214809' post='1388153'] A caveat being however, how much imodium you are taking. [/quote] Better not take All Bran if you're taking Immodium. Bit like pressing the brake and accelerator at the same time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fender73 Posted September 28, 2011 Share Posted September 28, 2011 [quote name='discreet' timestamp='1317215187' post='1388163'] Better not take All Bran if you're taking Immodium. Bit like pressing the brake and accelerator at the same time.[/quote] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
.gif.9ad672bb8b84505709f76b39c8c256ec.gif)
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.