No lust in Jazz

I think one of the Punk movements saving graces was that it didn't matter whether you could play or not - it was more along the lines of get up give it a go.. I also think Sid Vicious was a troubled soul more than a Bass player One thing about the Sex Pistols and a lot of other Punk music which is lost at this remove, is that largely due to the monopoly that the BBC had on Radio and TV in those days is that it was really hard to hear the music on the main steam media

The Sex Pistols could play - no doubt about it.. There's a programme on BBC IPlayer at the moment called something like 'Christmas '77 with the Sex Pistols' which bears this out, but is worth watching anyway as a taste of how different 1977 Britain was.

I count a lot and as I'm self taught, I'm not sure where this comes from, however, when I was younger we used to listen to a lot of stuff that featured odd time signatures and counting was essential if we were going to attempt to play any of this stuff. That said, I find counting especially useful when playing music that I find uninspiring to play - e.g. most interpretations of the Blues - it stops me getting lost when the next miserable solo comes along. Translating this to Sheet Music I do look at the read the rhythm before playing, but this is where it often goes wonky - but I'm not trying to earn a living playing / reading music. One thing that I learned early on, is that music has a mathematic base and I often bear this in mind when I hear the phrase 'you just have to feel it' - music will always work break down into manageable countable elements some how and I don't like guessing.

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Yes there is a massive disconnect between what I listen to and what our band plays.The band exists in two very distinct forms - functions (well paid - usual suspects in terms of material) and pubs (less well paid) - all kinds of stuff ABBA to Zappa) my main aim in the band is to have fun and entertain people - I listen to music that offers me something different - hard to explain, but it occupies a different place and I don't anticipate my taste being interesting to others..

When I wanted to ask a question, I called them and said something like 'Hi can I speak to Adrian?' He was straight on the phone and answered my questions - he couldn't have been more helpful..

[quote name='NancyJohnson' timestamp='1510061740' post='3403622'] While it's a bit of a generalisation, I believe the main gripe tends to be that the format allows for bands like the aforementioned Albanian folksters Saz'iso to appear on the same bill as Noel Gallagher (or similar). [/quote] Personally I feel that it is a strength of the programme that Albanian Folk gets a berth alongside other more 'mainstream' acts; I'd agree that Later can be inconsistent, but thinking back to the Tube and OGWT those programmes were also inconsistent, for me where the Tube scored highly was - at least for a time, there was a sense of spontaneity. The OGWT was before my time, but for every classic clip shown, I'd venture that there was plenty best forgotten..

Can you manage Acne or a shell suit? - failing this clothes that don't fit.

If I could only choose one octave pedal... then it would be a COG T-47

When a guitarist left us earlier in the year I suggested that we didn't replace him so equal best buy was a second hand Roland Fantom X6 to be operated by a vocalist and SPD SX Sampling pad for the drummer - both have added a lot to our band.

Same here..It's all in the wrist..?

That sounds great - are you playing it with a pick in that example?

Another wiring kit from John which took 10 mins to fit. As many have said John's workmanship, attention to detail, communications and delivery are faultless - highly recommended. Thanks John

[quote name='dave_bass5' timestamp='1509029344' post='3396171'] But you never know what level of crap will be on unless you do watch it. Personally i want to like what i hear, but i seem to be amongst those that give it 30 secs before knowing if something will appeal to me. Normally ill wait until the vocals come in, but sometimes you just tell its going to be one of those 'arty farty ambient' acts with no real substance or 'tune'. i'd include Zappa in that category as well. [/quote] That is the funniest thing that I've read on here for some time.

IMV The Later programme is a gem - its great, it gives you a sampler of the bands on the main show over 30 mins. I don't like it all, but I'm quite happy to give the artists - particularly those that I haven't heard before a chance - this series each show, I've found something that I like. Where I struggle is the older artists - who have had their careers and don't need the exposure, that and Jools Holland playing piano

[quote name='Muzz' timestamp='1508872098' post='3395061'] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]FWIW, I agree that combining the exact copying of some aspects of the vintage Tbird (the chrome covers, the colour, the headstock, the two piece bridge) while changing the shape pretty radically seems pointless.[/font][/color] It's relic'd, too...rusty Hipshot Ultralites? Now that's REALLY pointless... [/quote] FWIW I like the bass, I like Thunderbirds too but that's merely my opinion. You do know that the relic finish and other stuff like - the colour; the pickups; the chrome are all options.?

I don't see it as De Geir 'improving' the Thunderbird - I liked my Gibson, but with this I can tweak the bits that I would have done differently - tweaks are personal not factual so I don't really see it as 'improved'. I saw a video of Sander discussing his approach to building basses - I believe that he only built 'fender derivatives' to order and this business went hyperbolic when Richard Bona bought one.

[quote name='Hellzero' timestamp='1508798204' post='3394561'] I don't know where the hell did the £4,4k delivered price come out as for the exact same model as the one demonstrated, it will cost you exactly £2.378,37 GBP at today's rate, without shipping, but £2k for sending it is a bit expensive, isn't it !?! :-/ [/quote] I think that the £4.4k tag is for a Mike Lull bass that was being used as an example in the kerfuffle that unfolded above

Well I've ordered one.

The first time in years I've been watching a series - reminds me of how Top of the Pops used to be - I spend a long time waiting for something interesting to come along.

Musicman Stingray - I'll happily acknowledge that this is a classic instrument - I couldn't get on with the two that I owned. Musicman Bongo - Undaunted I tried a Bongo - Nope Warwick Streamer - It felt like it was fighting me every time that I picked it up - I'm often tempted by the classifieds

Spector make awesome SS Basses - I have a CTB - it is a wonderful instrument. For the P bass sound - the Mexican Mustang PJ is a great instrument although I'm not wild about the 'J' PU (this is a personal taste thing across all PJ instruments) To my surprise I've found that I don't have issues switching from 30" to 34" scale. Others have said it, but there aren't any real downsides.

As I mainly play with a pick, for me, 'slap' is just another technique that has its uses, like finger style - I'd consider it poor form to 'chump it' when needed (see Bruno Mars) that said, If it didn't appear in mainstream dance music from time to time wouldn't bother. I once spent a pathetic amount of time trying Bernard Edwards chucking technique - because I wanted to. I spend a of time trying to play solo chord / melody stuff on my bass, but I've earned more money being able to play slap and its variants (this felt like a cogent point when I typed it - not sure that it is) If I played double bass I guess that I'd need to have that technique rockabilly slap to a performance standard I avoid 'slap demo videos' with a passion.

Slap bass - I have no problem with it, mind I don't listen to music that features it. I have a well paid gig later this month, the set features some dance music - the odd bit of slap is required here and there - I just get on with it and hope everyone enjoys their night. If that wasn't left field enough I play much of the rest of the set with a pick

Christmastime in Motor City - Was (Not Was) always gets the party started.