TimR Posted July 22, 2017 Share Posted July 22, 2017 From my point of view that's just a list of random covers that go down well. Most bands loosely specialise in a genre. Maybe if you organised them into 3 distinct sets it might make more sense, the songs are great stand alone songs but don't think they work as a set. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve-bbb Posted July 22, 2017 Share Posted July 22, 2017 for the moderns 24k magic and uptown funk always go down well (unless of course you absolutely murder them) olds... rescue me, respect, december 63 etc etc etc you can shove oasis up your ar5e Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmccombe7 Posted July 22, 2017 Share Posted July 22, 2017 [quote name='TimR' timestamp='1500725014' post='3339809'] From my point of view that's just a list of random covers that go down well. Most bands loosely specialise in a genre. Maybe if you organised them into 3 distinct sets it might make more sense, the songs are great stand alone songs but don't think they work as a set. [/quote] I listed them as i read thru each bands fav crowd pullers and not as how i would play in order of a set list as such. Think if you were a function band that set would go down well. Possibly do well in a club situation too. I think there are many gigs out there where people want a varied set from a band rather than your standard rock, blues, indy styles all night and for me that list says it all if i were at said functions. Not sure your local pub gig would be such a success. Usually when i go to see a band at local venue its because they play a specific style as you point out. That doesn't detract from the fact i enjoy a competent band playing a varied set list. As long as its done well. Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmccombe7 Posted July 22, 2017 Share Posted July 22, 2017 [quote name='steve-bbb' timestamp='1500725084' post='3339810'] you can shove oasis up your ar5e [/quote] I'm with you on Oasis. Never really saw the attraction of them. Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpondonBassed Posted July 22, 2017 Share Posted July 22, 2017 [quote name='dmccombe7' timestamp='1500727810' post='3339832'] I'm with you on Oasis. Never really saw the attraction of them. Dave [/quote] It's just the bad boy image. Like Pete Doh! and Amy Winehouse they are almost as well known for their non-musical activities as they are for their music. Bad boy behaviour in the media sells tickets, strangely enough. I don't like them. Lots of paying customers do however so I wont discount Oasis. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmccombe7 Posted July 22, 2017 Share Posted July 22, 2017 Not a huge fan of Amy either but she did have a pretty good voice to be fair. Can't say the same about Oasis IMHO Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodinblack Posted July 22, 2017 Share Posted July 22, 2017 We have not got a genre and I am quite happy with that. We play anything that isn't oasis (that is my red line, I won't do it) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elfrasho Posted July 22, 2017 Share Posted July 22, 2017 Not sure why oasis get such a hard time. People love them and will go nuts for a tune. I'm doing a dep next week playing a little mix tune ffs! Does it bother me? No. Because if the punters have fun , then I'll enjoy myself! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodinblack Posted July 22, 2017 Share Posted July 22, 2017 I am not giving them a hard time. I hate them and am happy I don't have to play any. Plus some times you need a 'red line' in a band to work out if others care about your opinion. There are a lot of fantastic songs to do without having to do that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thepurpleblob Posted July 22, 2017 Share Posted July 22, 2017 The band I just joined plays a couple of Supertramp songs, "Give a little bit" and (of course) "Breakfast in America". They're two of our most popular songs. I was quite surprised. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmccombe7 Posted July 23, 2017 Share Posted July 23, 2017 [quote name='thepurpleblob' timestamp='1500749286' post='3339995'] The band I just joined plays a couple of Supertramp songs, "Give a little bit" and (of course) "Breakfast in America". They're two of our most popular songs. I was quite surprised. [/quote] I'm a big Supertramp fan and would never have guessed that either. Great songs and also chart hits for the band. I just never got into that Oasis thing. I never object to any song suggestion by the band unless it simply doesn't fit our set list or the style of music the band has. If band wanted to do Oasis i would probably go along with it but just wouldn't like the song. Always give it 100% tho if i'm playing it. Even if i didn't like it the audience might. Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpondonBassed Posted July 23, 2017 Share Posted July 23, 2017 [quote name='thepurpleblob' timestamp='1500749286' post='3339995'] The band I just joined plays a couple of Supertramp songs, "Give a little bit" and (of course) "Breakfast in America". They're two of our most popular songs. I was quite surprised. [/quote] I'd love to hear your band's treatment of those. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpondonBassed Posted July 23, 2017 Share Posted July 23, 2017 I think the Oasis thing needs no further discussion. Anyone for Marmite butties? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thepurpleblob Posted July 23, 2017 Share Posted July 23, 2017 (edited) [quote name='SpondonBassed' timestamp='1500795132' post='3340160'] I'd love to hear your band's treatment of those. [/quote] Well, if you're ever around the West of Scotland! We have a very good keyboard player (a.k.a. Gary). I think that's makes all the difference Re. Oasis. At our last gig, we got asked four times if we played any Oasis songs (we don't). I regard a couple of Oasis songs as something to have in the bag. If you encounter a stag party or similar then playing Oasis is required by law! Edited July 23, 2017 by thepurpleblob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SimonEdward Posted July 23, 2017 Share Posted July 23, 2017 From memory, which is beginning to fade at my time of life, comes an alternative set list from the 90's: - The LA's - "There she goes"... simples! no verses, only a single chorus repeated four times and a bridge. James - "Sit down (next to me)" A bit of fun. If the audience don't at least clap along to this, you've lost 'em - make the next number your last ! E.C. - "Wonderful Tonight" - no sure if this has been mentioned already ? Oasis - "Wonderwall" - quite popular at the time for some reason............. The Verve - "Bittersweet symphony" - ITV seem to have used this as their football coverage anthem since it was released! U2 - "With or Without You" ... Ad nauseum Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thunderbird Posted July 23, 2017 Share Posted July 23, 2017 Paranoid everyone rocks out to that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmccombe7 Posted July 23, 2017 Share Posted July 23, 2017 [quote name='thepurpleblob' timestamp='1500799854' post='3340192'] Well, if you're ever around the West of Scotland! We have a very good keyboard player (a.k.a. Gary). I think that's makes all the difference Re. Oasis. At our last gig, we got asked four times if we played any Oasis songs (we don't). I regard a couple of Oasis songs as something to have in the bag. If you encounter a stag party or similar then playing Oasis is required by law! [/quote] I'm from Biggar area. What's the band name and when are the next gigs. I might just come along to one of them jst to hear Supertramp covers. Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thepurpleblob Posted July 23, 2017 Share Posted July 23, 2017 (edited) [quote name='dmccombe7' timestamp='1500811630' post='3340294'] I'm from Biggar area. What's the band name and when are the next gigs. I might just come along to one of them jst to hear Supertramp covers. Dave [/quote] Ahh... smallish world. Biggar, good ice cream and we have friends in sunny Thankerton. It's called Midnite Hour - I know, but the band was actually formed in the 70s when that sort of name and spelling was probably cool. I'm the youngest for the first time ever in a band. Next gig is Sunday 6th August (4pm to 7pm) in the Stonehouse Bar in Hamilton. There's a few lined up but now they have a bass player again (!) they're trying to book more. [url="https://www.facebook.com/spanish.tour.1982/"]https://www.facebook...nish.tour.1982/[/url] I still don't know all the bloody arrangements but it's getting slightly less bad Edited July 23, 2017 by thepurpleblob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dood Posted July 23, 2017 Share Posted July 23, 2017 TLDR, but what I feel is way more important than your set of songs, (after all you probably have over 40 corkers to choose from) is the ability to read your audience. Know the demographic and the reason why they are there, then pick songs appropriately. A really obvious example: You want to keep them on the dance floor? Know what songs will kill their groove. - I mean, I am assuming that we are talking about a covers / function band here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spectoremg Posted July 23, 2017 Share Posted July 23, 2017 [quote name='thepurpleblob' timestamp='1500749286' post='3339995'] The band I just joined plays a couple of Supertramp songs, "Give a little bit" and (of course) "Breakfast in America". They're two of our most popular songs. I was quite surprised. [/quote]Absolute crackers - I've always loved Give A Little Bit and the band generally. Well done for not being obvious with your set. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funkgod Posted July 23, 2017 Share Posted July 23, 2017 (edited) if ya want them punching the air, and have everyone and i mean EVERYONE singing along, try this.. It will be the diamond in your set.. are you ready.... ,,,,, ,,,,, ,, Bob the builder. Yea... i knoowwww. iv seen it with my own eyes and........... it was a rock band if you can get some hairy biker with leathers and triumph tats singing that, then you really are a true musical artist Also... if you catch them on vid singing along.... well... kaching........ think of the bribe money Edited July 23, 2017 by funkgod Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmccombe7 Posted July 23, 2017 Share Posted July 23, 2017 (edited) [quote name='thepurpleblob' timestamp='1500813792' post='3340306'] Ahh... smallish world. Biggar, good ice cream and we have friends in sunny Thankerton. It's called Midnite Hour - I know, but the band was actually formed in the 70s when that sort of name and spelling was probably cool. I'm the youngest for the first time ever in a band. Next gig is Sunday 6th August (4pm to 7pm) in the Stonehouse Bar in Hamilton. There's a few lined up but now they have a bass player again (!) they're trying to book more. [url="https://www.facebook.com/spanish.tour.1982/"]https://www.facebook...nish.tour.1982/[/url] I still don't know all the bloody arrangements but it's getting slightly less bad [/quote] I actually live in Thankerton buts its usually easier just saying Biggar. Very small world I know the Stonehouse Bar. Might take a wee run over. No pressure tho as i know the feeling of being the new guy in the band. Will check out the link too. You need to add a bit more info on the band Facebook page i think. No mention of who's in the band. More pics or VIDS too would be nice. Hopefully see you there. Dave Cheers Dave Edited July 23, 2017 by dmccombe7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmccombe7 Posted July 23, 2017 Share Posted July 23, 2017 [quote name='funkgod' timestamp='1500826689' post='3340415'] if ya want them punching the air, and have everyone and i mean EVERYONE singing along, try this.. It will be the diamond in your set.. are you ready.... ,,,,, ,,,,, ,, Bob the builder. Yea... i knoowwww. iv seen it with my own eyes and........... it was a rock band if you can get some hairy biker with leathers and triumph tats singing that, then you really are a true musical artist Also... if you catch them on vid singing along.... well... kaching........ think of the bribe money [/quote] I like it a lot and i'm a biker too. Brilliant. Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funkgod Posted July 23, 2017 Share Posted July 23, 2017 (edited) [quote name='dmccombe7' timestamp='1500828338' post='3340434'] I like it a lot and i'm a biker too. Brilliant. Dave [/quote] Ring Ring... Ring Ring... hello Ow, hi, is that dave director of northwest power.. yea. great... you was at a wedding last night ? i was yea, anything wrong ? maybe... i was just getting the vid ready for youtube and noticed you had had a few too many sherbets and was rocking out singing along to bob the builder ! now.... i can of course edit this bit out ?? £500 ? I think that would cover the costs nicley sir, thank you. have a wonderful day. NEXT... ow,,, look there... isnt that...piers morgan singing along Oh dear...... oh dear dear you aint walking away from this one.... oh no. no NO NO Edited July 23, 2017 by funkgod Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimR Posted July 23, 2017 Share Posted July 23, 2017 [quote name='funkgod' timestamp='1500826689' post='3340415'] if ya want them punching the air, and have everyone and i mean EVERYONE singing along, try this.. It will be the diamond in your set.. are you ready.... ,,,,, ,,,,, ,, Bob the builder. Yea... i knoowwww. iv seen it with my own eyes and........... it was a rock band if you can get some hairy biker with leathers and triumph tats singing that, then you really are a true musical artist Also... if you catch them on vid singing along.... well... kaching........ think of the bribe money [/quote] We used to do the same with Postman Pat... ...without the bribes of course. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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