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I was sent my current band's setlist of about 50 songs (covers) and I only actually had to learn a few for the audition in order to be 90% up to speed. It was just a case of "Let's see what we can get through off that list." Maybe the list of 20 songs for the OP just showed what they did and 'as many as possible' was desirable.

As long as the venue isn't a sh*thole, I'll play any of my basses at any gig. They are bought to be used, not live in cases.

Round here (the NW) there are lots of tribute bands doing the rounds (Thin Lizzy, Status Quo and Pink Floyd appear to be the target of most people's tributes). I think there are two types of tributes: the slavish devotees who try to get everything spot on right down to appearance and instruments used and those who just go out and 'play the music of...' It's a very very over-saturated market and the old mentality of thinking that 'tribute bands always get more money' is totally to blame for this. That's not really true anymore, because some of the inferior bands who think a tribute is about just 'playing the songs of' have really devalued the tribute circuit. It makes it harder for the good acts to be taken seriously. That's why some of the tributes can't find their Freddie, Rossi or Noddy Holder, etc.

A doctor writes: "GAS is possible to cure temporarily. There is, however, a 90% chance of a recurrence in later life."

It really depends how much notice you have been given. In your case, none. That's ridiculous. I would not have left without half of the fee. I would have asked how old their windows were, too. Get the name from them of the person that you need to invoice at the brewery.

Wonderful band - saw them at Manchester Academy on the farewell tour. What a shame they've chucked it in.

Two lovely basses. Horses for courses, but the blue P is an utter joy to play. The sunburst is more of a blues thang.

[quote name='TrevorR' timestamp='1457713343' post='3001275'] To be fair, I don't know if CM has ever [i][b]played[/b][/i] a Rick. I do know he's mimed with one... [media]http://youtu.be/9t2j8NcVpW4[/media] Probably my fave XTC track... [/quote] That is a Kay copy - it's not a Ric.

Personally I think Limehouse Lizzy are completely up themselves after reading this. The time gap between your gigs and theirs, not even at the same venue.... pathetic. Whether you are in the MU or not, you definitely had a contract with the venue when you took the dates. I would tell the venue that you want the two dates back and that you will change your set (that's IF you can do that). I would also call LL out on this and ask them what the f*** they think they are playing at?

Something like this (Friday): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=24nnF4V5I1U

Done. Good luck.

^^^^ That would be Martin Gordon.

My USA Jazz with black scratchplate added.

I can swear by the 50's CV on the left above. Good sound, lovely playable, glossy neck and fingerboard. Being a single pickup bass, it's got its limitations. But it keeps up with any of my other basses when it goes out to play. It goes from bright clank to deep hum quite easily. The 50's VM on the right with a big Mudbucker pickup is really only useful for blues type stuff. It has no twang whatsover to it. But it looks really cool.

Macca stopped using his (3) Rickenbackers and the Wal 5-er onstage because he has back problems and both irritate it. They both get used in the studio.

Rick Nielsen's book of guitars is a Hamer-fest. He's got some of the best guitars going and has been Hamer's most prominent user. [left]"The Hamer Explorers used to go on the bottom. As a result they developed some "interesting wear patterns. This one is the first one they built, Serial 0000." [/left] [left] [/left] [left][/left] [left]I think Rick answers the question where are all the Hamers?[/left]

[b] [size=4]Do Basses get better when they get older?[/size][/b] [size=4]it all depends on the quality of the bass itself, how you set it up, treat it and look after it. They won't do it by themselves. And one man's dream bass is another man's firewood.[/size]

Martin is one of a number of musicians that has been used and discarded by the Mael brothers - He had a lot of input into arrangements on their first Island album and was edged out and ended up being made to sign future royalties away. http://montesnewblog.blogspot.co.uk/2014/07/a-conversation-with-martin-gordon.html http://www.axs.com/news/bassist-songwriter-martin-gordon-talks-musical-career-during-and-after-29778#slide=1 http://www.songfacts.com/blog/interviews/martin_gordon/

[size=2][i]Band 1.[/i] [i]Looking for a bass player for classic rock blues band. We are retired from our original bands, but still want to jam,not looking to play out anymore. We lost our bass player due to travel. come jam with us![/i][/size] I'd rather go to a jam night instead of just turning up in a room somewhere, indulging someone's desire to play, but not in front of people. [size=2][i]Band 2.[/i] [i]Established country band seeks experienced bassist for immediate opening. Vocals required and additional instruments a plus. Have several quality bookings through summer and stay very active throughout the year. Serious inquiries only please.[/i][/size] [size=2][size=4][i]Sounds legit to me, but sounds like a seasonal gig.[/i][/size] [i]Band 3.[/i] [i]Start Up, We are Drummer & 2 Guitarist's seeking a Bass player to play cover music 70's- current, We would like to rehearse once a week till ready and then play live once a month.[/i][/size] [size=2][i][size=4]Rehearsing once a week to go out once a month is futile. Bedroom boys.[/size][/i] [i]Band 4.[/i] [i]Singer/guitarist needs to find a local bass player to help finish up my original music with the goal of playing out. Style is a mixture of goth/horror punk/thrash/psycho-billy.[/i][/size] Meh.

I don't think it hurts to have your bass amp checked over / serviced every couple of years and get a sticker while you're at it.

Someone's flogging this on Facebook.

I have two. Most peoiple who own them are hanging onto them since Fender killed Hamer off. My two:

[quote name='spectoremg' timestamp='1456424235' post='2988940'] Earl Slick, Sterling Campbell, Gail, Mike Garson. I didn't know the blonde guitarist and the female keyboard player. Anyone? And an interesting twist from another thread, Gail slapping (briefly) on Ashes to Ashes. [/quote] Earl Slick did botch a couple of the solos. Both of them were on the Reality tour DVD (marked * below):[list] [*][url="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Earl_Slick"]Earl Slick[/url] – guitar [*][url="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gerry_Leonard"]Gerry Leonard[/url] – guitar [*][url="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Plati"]Mark Plati[/url] – bass guitar, guitar * [*][url="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gail_Ann_Dorsey"]Gail Ann Dorsey[/url] – bass guitar, backing vocals [*][url="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sterling_Campbell"]Sterling Campbell[/url] – drums [*][url="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mike_Garson"]Mike Garson[/url] – keyboards, piano [*][url="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Catherine_Russell_%28singer%29"]Catherine Russell[/url] – keyboards, percussion, [url="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Acoustic_guitar"]acoustic guitar[/url], backing vocals * [/list]

Last night we were at a Working Men's Club, somewhere in Yorkshire. It took me an hour and a half drive each way. Coronation Street on TV when I arrived. (Story I told the band: 'Carla' came in our local Asda once - I like to think she was looking for me). The dancefloor space came in useful as we couldn't all three fit on the small corner stage. Set of musical critics off in far corner of room, muttering about various tones on our stage, eyeing and rating our gear and telling their 'muso stories' in a conspicuous manner. I love it when musos come to watch us. The room was pitch black for both of our spots, except for stage lights. Couldn't see the audience, though they were receptive enough. Good-sounding room. Reasonable priced lager. When it came to collecting our fee, we had to contact the person who booked us to get it corrected (he was off that night - drummer had text confirming fee on his phone), but that happens and wasn't any function of the club. McDonalds for fries and milkshake in Colne on the way home.

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