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Had a few days in bed (on deaths door obvs) with man flu, so watched a load of music documentaries on Netflix. Ran out of bands/artists I liked, so decided to watch the Rush documentary. Not a fan by any stretch, always appreciated their musicianship mind. Anyhoo, I was left with the impression that they were a really nice bunch of blokes. Geddy & Alex's relationship seemed really warm & genuine, very little in the way of egotistic willy waving. Neil seemed to be the "loner" geeks'geek & I was moved by Neil's bereavement, & the way he dealt with it. Also, other than Geddy looking like the local warlock, Alex & Neil wouldn't look out of place at a librarians picnic. Having watched Eagles & police documentaries, where ego's and power struggles were pretty ugly, it was a refreshing change. Yes I still wouldn't choose to listen to their music, but I know who I'd rather hang out with. Of course it could be a massive publicity stunt, but I doubt it....."nice" ain't very rocknroll

[quote name='foxyFuze' timestamp='1506084149' post='3376348'] Yeah that crossed my mind too, but the head actually says 'jazz bass special'. A bitsa job perhaps. [/quote] Aah, couldn't see the writing. Always fancied a lyte.

Looks like a P bass lyte from the picture, but I haven't been on FB for ages so haven't looked at the ad

Good on ya!....have a blast, and as others have said, enjoy yourself.

I'm quite friendly....

These days the expression "what goes on tour stays on tour" is more about recalling than preserving, secrets.

I read it as "the first fretless manufactured by Indie", rather than a claim to being the first fretless manufactured by anyone.

[quote name='steverickwood' timestamp='1503712538' post='3360512'] You guys!! ;-) [/quote] 😊 Looks a lovely bass, reminds me of an Esh.

Just in case its a case of no case with case bass...

Thomas Tripp Christchurch tomorrow night with the Jo Burt Experience. http://www.joburt.co.uk Armed with my Warmoth unlined fretless and Kramer DMZ 4001 fretted.

Musical answer... "everything" Band situation... "everyone else"

Child..."who should I listen to?" Me..."your mother"...end of conversation

[quote name='blue' timestamp='1503175761' post='3356288'] Only to hardcore fans, if your band is famous with recognizable players. Example, as a 50 year Stones fan I would certainly know if Daryl Jones was not playing. But would the millions of "Johnny Come Lately" fans know, probably not. Blue [/quote] He's been depping for Bill Wyman for a while now.😁

Weighed this today, wondering as it felt heavier than my Kramer Ali necked. 11lbs....! 😦

[quote name='TheGreek' timestamp='1502975253' post='3354789'] I don't expect a refund/reduction of any sort and they've got more chance of shagging the Queen than getting any more money from me... [/quote] Ah! Your THAT Greek!

[quote name='seashell' timestamp='1502969493' post='3354716'] Thanks for 'going on', John! This is an interesting checklist for me as I have my first (proper) dep gig coming up on Sat and I'm still a bit concerned about a couple of the things on your list. In particular, song arrangements. They are all Rolling Stones covers, one or two in different keys which they have told me of in advance and I'm fine with. It's just the arrangements I'm concerned about. If they are exactly as per the original recording then fine, but if they suddenly chuck in an extra chorus or do a longer/shorter intro then I'll need to be on my toes! Also how are they ending the ones that fade out on recordings? Plus I still don't know the estimated start time. Just been told we're 'last on'. Also been told 'don't worry, have fun, it's just a charity gig'. I'm not really comfortable with that attitude - there is still an audience there who are going to want to enjoy it. I don't expect they'll mind if I don't sound exactly like Bill Wyman, but I think they might notice if I'm still playing a final chorus when the rest of the band have stopped, lol! :-) Having said all that, I'm still looking forward to it. I was really pleased to be asked (I previously played in a different Stones covers band and sax player who is in both bands recommended me). And I love playing all those old Stones hits, so as long as I turn up at the right place and time I think I can probably wing it!!! :-) [/quote] I'm sure you'll be fine. It's always helpful to have an advocate in the band, as you & the band can blame them if it doesn't go as well as hoped! 😁 If I'm unsure about topping/tailing of songs, I generally ask if they can be part of the sound check...if possible. But, as someone else said, take cues from drummist so ensure you talk to them first & agree some visual cues between you. Most of all have fun, and remember you're the reason why the gig can happen. John

[quote name='TimR' timestamp='1502975489' post='3354794'] I played in a band where the drummer was adamant we'd never get deps in as it wouldn't work. When the Guitarist couldn't make a fairly big gig at short notice I said let's get a dep. The drummer threw a hissy fit and said it would be terrible, he won't play with a dep, pulled out and said to cancel the gig. So we bought in a dep drummer as well. The gig actually went better than usual. [/quote] That's sir is brilliant..😂😂

I do wonder what percentage of an audience would be able to tell (or care) if a band member was deputising for another...Front person aside....let alone notice any musical nuance a dep brought.