SpaceChick

[quote name='Dingus' timestamp='1364929646' post='2032912'] Is that some kind of involved euphemism , or did you indeed tour France and China whilst playing the oboe ? [/quote] PMSL.... No I did genuinely tour France and China whilst playing the Oboe aged 14 (France) and 15 (China)!! Nothing will ever beat the memory i have of performing live at the Chinese State Circus venue in Beijing infront of 5000 people! I even appeared on Blue Peter

I've toured France and China as an Oboeist in my youth..... ..... As a bassist, I just want to gig..... No aspirations to gig beyond South Wales

[quote name='Jack Cahalane' timestamp='1364852352' post='2031864'] I can sing, chat to the drummer and pick up his dropped sticks without missing a note. As long as the note in question is a constant open E [/quote] Whilst this has given me a giggle, I'm the opposite, there is one song where a banging constant A is needed for a huge bit of the song, I struggle with this more than the rest of the set with far more complex basslines as its very easy to let your mind wander and forget to keep that rhythm pounding!

[quote name='Kiwi' timestamp='1364817122' post='2031161'] Welcome aboard JR Did you humiliate yourself? [/quote] Drank some vinegar and I swear it was the most refreshing drink I've ever had, and also did some scary automatic writing.... I wrote 3.14 and the random man from the audience I chose had £3.14 in change in his pocket!!!!!!!!

[quote name='The Hat' timestamp='1364760786' post='2030631'] I love most kinds of music but the reason I'm attracted to bass is that I love 70's funk, Jamiraqui, and my Norman Watt Roy and Ian Dury and the Blockheads. I've probably picked the hardest types to get into aint I ! [/quote] God yeah! However, this is an ultimate aim, and if you do love all music your journey can take you on different twists and turns you never expected! Maybe start with a bit of light rock....Rolling stones, maybe some blues rock.... These types always have achievable basslines in my experience. Then, progress to something a bit more complex as you are more confident. My ultimate aim is to have a cheesy 1980s band complete with some slap bass numbers...... My aim for that is 5 years. Agree that Jamiraqui basslines are awesome! And hit my with your rhythm stick has to be one of the fastest paced basslines going Are you planning on getting lessons? Where in the country are you? I think lessons are fantastic personally.

From south Wales, but welcome Hope you find people to jam with

Welcome Joe And well done on your enlightenment that the low end is the place to be

I was honest when I went for my audition after two months..... If you have rhythm and know your fretboard well enough to play root notes of chords, you could well have a shot with a band that wants a more simplistic bass section. Nothing ventured, nothing gained

Welcome

What an intro.... Welcome

I was musical when I was younger (Oboe... Quite an accomplished standard) gave it up when I found boys Fast forward 20 years, and whilst watching a Brit Floyd gig, I thought to myself "I have to learn the bass", so in the car on the way home I said to hubby "Can I Buy a bass?" he said "Knock yourself out" and stage one of my early midlife crisis had started This was last May, I joined my first band in July (so 2 months in) and I nestled myself under the wing of Wales' finest bass teacher and have worked my socks off!! I have since musically outgrown my first band... Although I'm sticking with them for the time being. 2 weeks ago I had an awesome audition with my now second band and have been working hard learning the new set! Some things are beyond my skills and I need to simplify but I've come a long way. I'm under no illusion that I have TONS more to learn and will be learning in 5, 10, 20 years time. But am I confident enough to think I can do a good job in a band now.... Yes, without question!

Hello and welcome

[quote name='BigRedX' timestamp='1364655399' post='2029286'] TBH I simply don't get the attraction of a covers band from an audience PoV. [/quote] I disagree, people like hearing live music, and they also like hearing songs they know. I enjoy seeing covers bands..... And I enjoy being in covers bands. I think covers bands appeal to a wider audience. On the other hand, the people that go to originals bands tend to be more musically minded to want to go out and hear something new. That's my view of punters anyhow.

Johnny Hates Jazz - I don't want to be a hero Go West - Call me Brother Beyond - he ain't no competition

Old age here too (39). Didn't know about glucosamine cream, thanks Dan

[quote name='merello' timestamp='1364595398' post='2028759'] http://www.bassdirect.co.uk/bass_guitar_specialists/Little_Guitar_Works.html [/quote] WAY beyond my price range!!! Reading the Carpal tunnel symptoms I don't have that! So that's a relief.

Thanks guys. I already have an awesome teacher!! As for finger numbness, it's was only the finger tips on my first two finger (my playing fingers) on my right hand. The neighbouring fingers were fine. I have been taking short breaks, mainly to eat, have a drink, or when I'm being slower by listening and working out a new song. I will look into stretches and exercises. And think I'll start taking Cod Liver Oil. To be honest, I probably have been overdoing it, but I'm trying to get up to speed with my new bands set ASAP. Of course, the other thing is if I don't have other plans I just want to keep playing my bass as I enjoy it so much

This is a genuine question I'm finding I am putting more and more hours in on my bass practice. Being in two bands may have something to do with it plus a desire to be the best I can be So, I notice that if I play for about 5 hours on a non work day I get aches and pains I've never had before. Today (making the most of the bank holiday) my left hand cramped up for the first time ever. I've also woken up on a few occasions with numb fingers on my right hand. And have had a general soreness in both wrists with a bit of clicking when I've put many hours in! I have realised its less of an issue if I play with my watch off and standing up, so sure posture helps. Was thinking about taking some joint care tablets and some cod liver oil, but wondered if anyone had any super tips for me. Thanks in advance Debs

Gosh your posh.... 'twas a Vic 20 in my house Welcome

Hello and welcome

Hard - Iron Maiden Wrathschild Easy but fun - Thin Lizzy Jailbreak Easy but effectively sounding - Fleetwood Mac Need your love so bad

Steve Harris is currently my nemesis...... I'm learning a few Maiden tracks for my new band. Ides of March, I'm sorted! Wrathchild..... Blimey Charlie is that bassline a bitch to play!!! Even on 20% lower speed I can't get it. I only assume that Steve Harris (and all those lively people on YouTube that make it look easy) have turbo charged hands... and I want to know where I can get some Will have to see about renting the DVD and having a watch

Can't get worse than Glenn Maderios "Nothing is gonna change my love for you" I'd say you need Wham "wake me up before you go go", Duran Duran "rio", Mel and Kim "respectable", maybe "Hand on your heart" by Kylie?

I too was torn between two, but voted for the one that really made me smile

Hubby tries to talk to me. Some I can talk back. Some I can listen. Some, well he should give up and come back later