Len_derby

[quote name='spinynorman' timestamp='1317808614' post='1394728'] [url="http://www.therollband.com/"]http://www.therollband.com/[/url] I'm guessing the other Pyles listed are his kids. A while ago I saw Brian Auger, he was also[b] in a band with his kids[/b]. I'm sure it's very nice for them - and they are good performers - but it's all a [b]bit too cozy somehow[/b]. [/quote] I play with my two daughters as a trio, mostly for charity events. From my experience I can assure you it's not cozy! The amount of arguing, back-biting and general 'toys leaving pram' scenarios far outstrip any other band I've played with. Or maybe it's just my family

Welcome Simon. I guess that now the autumn is drawing in you'll be getting out the 'Evil Coat'.

Hi Matt, Welcome to Basschat. There's some amazing facial hair on your Facebook band photos. Why did you choose 'Dovedale' as part of your login name? Is it because your current band is a stepping stone to higher things? Have a good time here, and I hope you find the Ampeg you're looking for. Len

[quote name='Slipperydick' timestamp='1317576840' post='1391958'] Have'nt bothered to wade all through the thread, its gettin long now. Anybody else mentioned Andy Pyle. Apart from the Gary Moore stuff like Still Got The Blues etc. he's one of those players that just seems turn up an so many classic tracks. Just wish I had a laid back 'feel' like that. [/quote] Yes. One of my all-time favourite albums is Gary Moore's 'Blues for Greenie'. A lot of it is stripped-back guitar, bass and drums and Andy Pyle is on the money all the way through. I wonder what he's doing now that GM has gone upstairs to play with Phil Lynott again.

I like the ash body. If you've got some nice looking timber why cover it with paint

[quote name='Soliloquy' timestamp='1317559137' post='1391737'] I really used to hate getting back from a gig stinking of stale cigarette smoke. Then the following morning unpacking my gear to find that too stank of stale cigarette smoke. It's soooooo nice now it's banned in pubs etc. [/quote] Yes, in general and overall I agree but cigarette smoke did mask other smells Once the ban came along the smell of mouldy furnishings and other unsavoury things became apparent. Especially the band...

Oh no. I'd already got a pile of stuff I was trying to find time to listen to and you lot have given me even more to explore. It's a nice problem to have though.

I've had a clip-on for about a year. It cost about £7 from Amazon. As said above, it's not too good at tracking the lower frequencies but you can always tune a harmonic note. I've found it very useful for two situations. Firstly when I want to carry a minimum of gear with me. Secondly when I'm playing in a situation where I don't want stuff on the floor (i.e. a tuning pedal).

Welcome to the forum. It sounds like you're having fun making up for lost time.

Just took delivery of Alan's Gamma Pad. In mint condition, and packed up well in the original box. Fast, efficient service. Thanks Alan

Anyone ever been asked to play louder?

Welcome. Is that your band's keyboard rig to the right of the Thunderbird?

Personally, I would say cancellation is the last resort. I was in a very similar situation last December. We were support band at what was our biggest gig of the year, a Christmas special. This was in the Peak District, and our drummer was stuck in slow traffic because of snow. Luckily the drummer from the headliner act sat in for us. My reasons for not cancelling if at all possible would be - my character (I hate quitting), it sets a precedent for when things next get tough, people have (hopefully!) turned out to see you they want and deserve a show and in my experience from last year are also understanding if you come clean about it. Obviously it can be a bit rough with a last-minute stand-in, but as it's been said before, if you don't make a pantomime out if it audiences generally don't spot mistakes.

Welcome back to the light Mal. I'm sure you'll find plenty of interesting rigs for sale here.

[quote name='EssentialTension' timestamp='1316870041' post='1383870'] That's not quite what I meant. [/quote] Yes, I know. Like yourself I like a guitarist who isn't fazed. As a slight aside, I have no prejudice against the use of a capo (I do a bit of guitar myself). I think a capo, especially if it's past the third fret, alters the timbre of the instrument such that it can add a lot of extra interest to a song sonically. Particularly if there's another guitar played open-necked in the same band.

A lot of Chuck Berry's songs were originally recorded in 'horn' keys. And there's a man who, by all accounts, doesn't put himself much out for other people. My guitarist is quite happy to play in Eb. He just downtunes a semi...

Yes MM, drummer's footware... Maybe that's another thread. I did a bit with a drummer who played in wrestling boots. Very odd. I certainly made sure he didn't go anywhere near my daughters.

A interesting counter-argument I've had from a trumpet player is that if we play a stringed instrument with frets on the neck we're lazy too!

This has been a good thread, thanks guys. When I first started it off I thought there might me some anti-Jah Wobble snobbery that crept out. He's not the most technically flash player, but he knows the essence.

I suppose he's always going to be remembered best for PiL (and who wouldn't be happy with that on the old C.V.?). But musically he's kept moving. He's done a lot of 'world music' stuff, dub, English folk etc, etc. I saw him a couple of years ago playing electric bass with a 12-piece Chinese orchestra that included traditional dancers. Fascinating but more than a bit bonkers. He's written a good autobigraphy too called 'Memoir of a Geezer' I think. Well worth a read, and as good as Guy Pratt's book in it's own way.

I've seen very little mention of Jah Wobble on Basschat. I find some of his music great and some of it pants, but always interesting. Any other fans out there?

Welcome Andy. There are a lot of unsound freaks on this forum but I'm sure you will have a good time.

Welcome Mark, I'm sure that cash won't be burning your trouser pocket for too long.

Sorted.

+1 for the Roland Microcube. I use mine as a practise amp with the acoustic guitarist and conga player too. Alternatively, if you're looking for something that will be solely for personal practise it might be worth looking at one of the small gizmos that allow you to play through headphones. Vox do one. Also, the Tascam range of bass trainers will perform as a headphone amp, as well as all the other functionality. There's a lot of love for the Tascam stuff on this forum.