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Nice job! Daryl

SATURDAY! She's Right - I'm Left at MOTOR Bar & Restaurant 5:30-8:30pm! Bourbon and BBQ specials! We’ll provide the tunes! This Harley gigs are starting to concern me. The crowds have been weak the last two times we've played there. 6 out of 30 diner tables were filled. Daryl

You too, Dave. Keep us posted on the status of the Glam band Daryl

Hi Dave, At 71, I feel more intimidated than special. Most folks that come to our shows are in the same boat as me. Just trying to eek by in life with a little dignity. Lol Daryl

That sounds like fun Dave. We mingle a lot with people. As a matter of fact it's something we're expected to do during breaks. However, we're approaching people typically they're not approaching us. I guess for us some of it depends on the gig and the vibe. If everything is going well we might get a few selfie requests. Daryl

I keep hoping one of our gigs turns into something like any of the scenes in the United Artists 1964 movie " A Hard Days Night ". Is that too much to ask? It's going to be a long wait. Lol Daryl

After almost 60 years playing bass I can still have bad gigs where I couldn't get it together. Especially if I'm playing with a marginal dep drummer. Daryl

Wow! Fancy Daryl

At theater shows after our set, I'll wonder around in the lobby. Hopefully it never gets to the point where I have to announce; " Nobody's leaving here until somebody talks to me" lol Daryl

"Hey Daryl Inventors would like us back on Friday April 11, 6-9pm👍🏻👍🏻. Bob "

It really is a cool thing if anybody wants to talk to me about anything. 😃 Daryl

Dave, As you know I'm an attention seeker. The high point of the evening was when I was taking a break and a guy approached me a started telling me about his wife who played bass and his guitar collection. My response, " I get it. You just wanted to talk to me and that's completely understandable. " LOL The other thing that concerned me. I had dyed my hair earlier that day, which I've been doing for years. However as I was walking around I didn't hear one person say " Hey look, a young person ". A sad state of affairs .lol Daryl

Stairs are a luxury for us. I know what you mean about the position of the drums. However, there was a small opening and I could get to the other side of the stage. Daryl

Dave, It was a very nice room. It was a huge and nicely appointed. It's right on the marina overlooking lake Michigan. Even little things like stairs to access the stage are important to me now. We had a lot of fans turn out and the venue made money. They sold a $h!t ton of food and booze last night. I hope we can get re-booked. Daryl

Dave, I think going with no amp and DI straight to the PA will help. Last night my monitor sounded like an amp. Good clean volume for me on stage . I'm not sure if it's worth it to invest in one of those high end dedicated bass DI pre amps. I'm lucky I don't have to drive. However riding in the van means I have to help unload and load. Last night loading and unloading when it's 20° was rough. Daryl

Stub, Last night I didn't use an amp. I went DI into our sound. Thing is I have to help unload and load the van with sound and lights. I also tear down mic stands and load those. I also help set up the RCF mains and subs. I would invest in one of those higher end bass DIs, however, the basic DI I used last night sounded good to me. Daryl

When I was young I would get " hammered" too . Lol Daryl

When I first entered the room tonight my first thought was this room is too big for us. I was wrong we had a nice size crowd. I counted at least 100 people, mostly our fans The manager said it was the busiest night they've had in a,while. She sent the till numbers to her boss and she was impressed. I had a fun night. However load in an tear downs are becoming a real challenge for me. Back to The Harley Motor next Saturday. Daryl

Pete, We add songs. We learn them during sound checks or in dressing rooms. Then will keep playing them until the bugs are worked out. It's not the best way to learn songs, but like I said, I stay quiet . Daryl

Pete, we probably haven't had a rehearsal in over 5 years. It's nothing to brag about. Fortunately, we've always had a respectable gigging schedule and the band always makes good money. It's something I would never bring up for discussion. I been on the other side of the fence. I was in a band that practiced twice a week and hardly ever had any gigs . Daryl

Got it, I understand completely. When the fun is gone it's time to move on . I thought you guys were really good, so it is sad to hear the band might dissolve. It sounds like the band was no longer a good fit for you . To be honest it would not surprise me if Maple Road went a different direction that wouldn't include me. I'm 30 years older than the other members and I pretty much sit on the side lines. They process band issues a lot different than I would. However, they're honest smart, generous and know how to hustle good gigs. I think something new that's convenient and fun will come your way to fill the gap. Daryl

I guess I like the active pre-amp on my 1994 American made G&L ASAT. I think it sounds better when both pick ups are engaged Daryl

Dave, I didn't know you were thinking of leaving the Glam band? I'm 71 and I don't know how much longer I'll be doing it. I like the performance part of it. It's all the other stuff that gets tiresome Daryl

How do you like the active pre-amp on the G&L? Daryl

I don't think there's anything wrong with that type of marketing phrase. I've seen some local guys do it around here. Now that I think about it, we're booked at The Harley Motor almost once a month. Is that a " residency " ? Lol Daryl