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In all the years I’ve used them, never had ONE duff string. Quality.

About time Daryl was offered membership now, after nearly 30 years!

Forgot to add the obvious connection with the Stones doing a cover of the Bobby Womack tune ‘Its all over now! 😄

Bobby Womack was a good friend of Ronnie Wood, and appeared on Ron’s second solo album ‘Now Look’ in the mid 70’s. Seem to remember some of the Stones appearing on one of Bobby’s albums too - Ronnie, Keith and maybe Charlie? Can’t recall any more Stones involvements with the Womack dynasty, but happy to be wrong.

I was aware of these guys doing studio sessions, but thought the comment was referencing the band using extra players for live gigs - maybe I got the wrong end of the stick, as never heard of this being the case. I have some Clapton stuff with the Stones - the most famous being the alternative version of ‘Brown Sugar’ featuring EC on slide guitar. Ry Cooder was apparently the source of Keith’s taking up the open G five string tuning, and Perkins and Mandel were just a couple of the many players they tried out before asking Ronnie Wood to join. Their efforts ended up on the ‘Black and Blue’ album. Hadn’t heard the Rory Gallagher story, but like Clapton and Jeff Beck who were also considered for the job, I’m sure it would have ended in tears pretty quickly. Ronnie Wood was really the ideal guy to fit in with the band, having already had history with them on the ‘It’s only rock and roll’ sessions at his house in Richmond. Hard to believe he’s been in the band for 45 years!

Starting at 6.50pm today (Sunday) on Sky Arts is a Jack Bruce tribute concert. No idea what it will be like, just thought it may be of interest to some folks on here. 🙂

Been using them for over 20 years now. Great strings, best overall roundwounds I’ve tried. Last a reasonably long time with me, but I’m not too heavy on strings anyway to be fair. Usually buy them when on a deal somewhere, so not crazy expensive either. Strings and Beyond in the USA used to be cheapest for these, but haven’t bought any since before lockdown so not checked the prices. They do them in twin packs too which work out cheaper than buying single sets.

George’s son Dhani is guesting on Johnnie Walker’s Radio 2 show right now, very interesting stuff about the new boxed set and the new versions etc. Will be available on IPlayer too I should imagine.

Who were these ‘invisibles ‘ of which you speak? 🤔

Famous clip taken from ‘Hail hail rock n roll’, the film about Keith putting together a top band to back Chuck in a concert celebrating ( I think) his 60th birthday. All the grief of the rehearsals, then true to form on the gig Chuck did it his way anyway, changing keys and arrangements etc. Steve Jordan on drums did a great job, along with Johnnie Johnson on piano, Joey Spampinato on bass and Keith as MD on guitar. Great film if you get the chance to catch it.

Watched the ‘Chuck Berry ‘King of Rock n Roll’ film last night. Very enjoyable, with plenty of insight into his family life as well as his musical career. Made after his death, it was respectful despite not glossing over his various well known run ins with the law. Before this I watched the BB King concert filmed at the Albert Hall in 2011. Despite being a fan, thought this was pretty lame stuff, with the blues legend obviously well past his best. Also featured guests Mick Hucknall, Ronnie Wood, Slash along with Susan Tedeschi & husband Derek Trucks who were both superb. His band coped with the situation well, even when some keys were randomly changed on the fly! Still, engaged me enough to stay awake till after midnight when the Chuck Berry film started. Sky Arts is a godsend on a gig free Saturday night!

Didn’t know that Daryl played with Jagger before taking up with the Stones . I read somewhere that when the bass vacancy arose, Keith had said Charlie could choose who got the job.

For the first time since he joined the Rolling Stones in 1963, Charlie will have to miss some tour dates due to a medical procedure. Steve Jordan will be playing drums for the band's US leg of their upcoming 'No filter' tour. Charlie is expected to make a full recovery after resting. At the age of 80, it's the first dep he's had to use in 58 years! Wishing him all the best. https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/rolling-stones-charlie-watts-us-tour-1207707/

Anybody seen this yet? I’m hoping to watch it this week.

I always wanted a 50’s Tele, with a massive neck. When I realised it was never going to be I opted for a Baja model which is an amazing guitar for a fraction of the price. Can’t beat a good Tele.

Think I have equal GAS for basses and guitars ( oh yeah, and amps!). I think I have about the same amount of each. Must admit GAS levels have gradually decreased in recent years though, probably reached the mythical ‘Age of Enlightenment’ that someone warned me about a while ago. 😄

On Saturday 31st July at 9pm, Sky Arts are showing the Rolling Stones ‘Rock and Roll Circus’. Also features John Lennon (&Yoko), The Who and Eric Clapton.

Mike Batt formed The Wombles Band, and performed on TOTP as Orinoco. The guitarist was none other than renowned session ace Chris Spedding, along with drumming legend Clem Cattini.

Credits from 'Red Dress video below. She does quite a lot of stuff but also has a team of people involved too - presumably earning a living from their work? Let's face it, anyone who's been in that situation (myself included) just shuts up and gets on with the job as best they can. Doesn't explain why her family and friends haven't sat her down for a frank conversation though. 😆 Directed, Produced, Choreographed & Edited by Sarah Brand Director of Photography: Gordon Gronbach Production Assistants: Daoyue Zhai, Antony Mikallou Special thanks to Saint Michael at North Gate Church, Oxford. Special thanks to all of the actors and extras for participating. “Red Dress” … Music & Lyrics Written by Sarah Brand Music Produced by Alice Haines Music Mix & Mastered by Miguel León

Really enjoyed the programme, great singer with a wonderful band. Thought the rhythm section were superb, as well as the backing vocalists.

I’ve had a couple of USA Subs, and agree with drT’s comments above. Sound and play great, and medium weight IMO. Only other thing to mention is the lack of a belly cut and arm contour so more of a slab body design. Not a problem in particular, just doesn’t fit your body quite as well as a USA Stingray. Great basses which seem to be rising in price just lately too.

I’m now at the stage of seriously wondering if any of the last few suggestions above are actually ‘real’ / serious ? If they are then I truly worry about the future of this planet. Unbelievable.