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I think Jamiroquai is basically Jay Kay's project. Who he has in the project is up to him. The same way that Simple Minds now is basically Jim Kerr and Charlie Birchill. The other musicians could be anyne and just make up the band. Funnily enough, there is another band called Ex Simple Minds which is Derek Forbes, Mick McNeil and the original drummer.

[quote name='bubinga5' post='974939' date='Oct 2 2010, 01:03 PM']QUOTE>> there's a couple of small fun bags there to have a play on..... erm possibly....this also...QUOTE>>When I look at Cheryl Crow I see only 2things lacking...............TITS[/quote] Well, I only said the first quote, as a jokey response to the second quote which was done by somebody else. Judging by the rather raunchy photoshoots that Miss Crow does, including the full frontal nude shots, I'm sure she would be rather pleased that her breats are a topic of discussion.

[quote name='risingson' post='974719' date='Oct 1 2010, 11:25 PM']Tell me about it. If sexism screams one thing it's complete insecurity. I've always been a fan of Sheryl Crow, she's a great writer.[/quote] Is that a dig at me?

Not really sure if I can add anything to the topic but I'll go with it anyway. I hope I don't offend anyone. 99% of the 23 years of my playing has been originals. In fact, that was the done thing where as now I get the impression that cover/tribute bands is now the done thing. In Surrey/Hampshire/London in the 90's, the live music scene was massive. Camden was buzzing with things like the Camden Crawl, NME Brats etc and all bands were originals. I was gigging up and down the country at least 3 times a week, ranging from clubs and pubs to Uni's and festivals, playing original music, to big audiences as well as our own fans. We even played live of some radio shows pre being signed. We eventually got signed and did the whole band, album, touring thing, also playing gigs to thousands Anyway, I am now 40 and no real band as such. I did join one briefly but generally struggled to find anyone wanting to do good original music. I also found it really hard to get gigs. It seems the whole scene has turned on its head which for me with my background I find very sad. I have done a couple of gigs depping for a good U2 tribute band which was fun but to be honest, despite being one of my favourite bands, I found the whole thing anti-creative and boring. The musicians were great and the crowds were well up for it but despite loving most of the songs, having no creative or emotional input into the bass lines or songs was rather dull. Probably because I have been so spoilt writing original material with a fair amount of sucess. I am still looking for an original group but for me and at my age, I feel my best bet is something a bit more mature, for example backing a very good solo artist who writes there own songs. Somebody with a beautiful voice and wonderful melodies. Saying that, thats even hard to find. There is a small bonus. I am working on a studio project, playing fretless bass, writing an album of original music. Its totally creative and amazing fun. However, I do know that this is generally un-usual. I'm lucky that I have achieved a lot musically from original bands, including making a living so if it ended now then I count myself very lucky. However, I do still have the passion to keep doing it but it seems a lot of others my age have given up or moved onto wanting to make money. For me it was never ever about the money and always about being creative. It has crossed my mind about starting a tribute band but it would have to be something quite different. Maybe something like an A-ha, Sade, Bjork, or even an early Elvis when he was young. However, the whole concept of covers is very alien or un-natural for me and no real idea if it would work. I would love to do a Jazz trio/quartet but then I can't play Jazz for toffee

[quote name='Doctor J' post='974610' date='Oct 1 2010, 09:04 PM']You just couldn't let it lie [/quote] HAHAHA when I was typing it I thought it sounded a bit smug (not intentional either) but I thought, nah, it won't get taken that way

[quote name='BassNovice' post='973689' date='Oct 1 2010, 10:53 AM']When I look at Cheryl Crow I see only 2things lacking...............TITS[/quote] Oh I don't know, there's a couple of small fun bags there to have a play on It's not like she is totally lacking.

I have an ESP 400 series Jazz and your problem is not standard. The controls should be just like any other Jazz with no centre indents. By the way, amazing choice of bass. I have had one for 21 years and its the only bass I would never part with. By the way, please post some piccies as the model sent to Europe has a different head stock so it would be good to see what one you have.

Bought a lovely Fender CIJ 1962 RI Jazz for Terry. Item was as decribed and beautifully set up. Packaging was totally amazing and very secure. Will have no problem buying from him again in the future. Many thanks Terry for everything.

I've been trying to find out when a Japanese Fender Jazz has been made and what spec it has. The serial number is Q060288 and says Crafted in Japan underneath it. This info is at the bass of the neck. According to the various Fender website, it says (CIJ) Q + 5 DIGITS 2002-2004 or (MIJ) Q + 6 DIGITS 1993-1994. As it says Crafted in Japan on the base of the neck I would assume that this is what it is from 2002 -2004. However, it says with 5 digits and if you include the first 0 of Q060288 then thats 6 digits. So do I count this first digit or is the bass a Made in Japan from 1993-1994? Also, if the bass is a Crafted in Japan from 2002-2004, will this have the US pickups? I imagine that if its a Made In Japan from 1993-1994 then they won't be US pickups? Very confused

[quote name='ahpook' post='962500' date='Sep 20 2010, 06:18 PM']don't use the word 'retard' - it's not nice. use a grown-up british word like 'shithead' or 'f**kwit"[/quote] I think w*&%*r is the best choice for a british insult.

Shameless request to say, if anyone has a Warwick Corvette Standard in Bubinga that they want to sell, then please let me know. Active or passive is fine but has to be 4 string, fretless and Bubinga.

[quote name='merello' post='959830' date='Sep 17 2010, 07:40 PM']You call me an ahso?!?! [/quote]

[quote name='merello' post='959805' date='Sep 17 2010, 07:11 PM']ps - I forgot I started this thread![/quote] Ah so its your fault then

[quote name='budget bassist' post='958813' date='Sep 16 2010, 09:07 PM']Nope, and at that price, I'm not even remotely interested.[/quote] To be honest, I know exactly how you feel, plus its not German

So has anyone got or even seen or played one of the new Pro Series Corvette's? Would be intesting to see how they compare to the German made models.

[quote name='hillbilly deluxe' post='957492' date='Sep 15 2010, 06:17 PM']I've got a black and yellow stripey jumper,and used to have a Ibanez Musician fretless.I also used to live 4 doors down from where he used to live.Spooky.[/quote] Can you play bass also? If so you are Sting and I claim my £5 please.