kevin_lindsay Posted March 15, 2011 Posted March 15, 2011 I was just thinking - I started playing bass 31 years ago aged 16 and through all the ups and downs I've experienced in my life, playing bass has been the most consistent refuge for me. I love being a bassist!!! Quote
burray Posted March 15, 2011 Posted March 15, 2011 My bass playing and I were "on a break" for a while recently, but I'm back at it now and didn't cheat while we were apart, so it's all OK. I was tempted by a dirty affair with a couple of other instruments, but managed to resist temptation. Quote
Lozz196 Posted March 15, 2011 Posted March 15, 2011 Know what you mean, as I`ve now been playing for 30 years. Though when I think about it, as I`ve never managed to sustain a relationship with any of my ex-girlfriends for more than 3 months, its not that difficult to beat. I suppose I`m just a free spirit (or mind-meltingly dull) Quote
OzMike Posted March 15, 2011 Posted March 15, 2011 Puts some good perspective on time 'wasted' (according to ex-s) practicing and gigging, doesn't it? Quote
Dood Posted March 15, 2011 Posted March 15, 2011 [quote name='kevin_lindsay' post='1162934' date='Mar 15 2011, 11:58 AM']I was just thinking - I started playing bass 31 years ago aged 16 and through all the ups and downs I've experienced in my life, playing bass has been the most consistent refuge for me. I love being a bassist!!![/quote] Absolutely the same for me 100% - I started guitar when I was probably about 9 and Bass properly from the age of 13. I absolutely can not see a day when I will stop - a more permanent fixture in my life than a tattoo! Spread the love! Quote
Dood Posted March 15, 2011 Posted March 15, 2011 [quote name='icastle' post='1163138' date='Mar 15 2011, 02:26 PM']Aye, but there are strings attached... [/quote] da-dummm.. tishhhhhhhh!!!!!! ahhhhh very good!!! Quote
Happy Jack Posted March 15, 2011 Posted March 15, 2011 [quote name='Lozz196' post='1162960' date='Mar 15 2011, 12:23 PM']Though when I think about it, as I`ve never managed to sustain a relationship with any of my ex-girlfriends for more than 3 months, its not that difficult to beat.[/quote] I never even tried to sustain a relationship with any of my ex-girlfriends, usually because the current girlfriend objected ... Quote
BottomE Posted March 15, 2011 Posted March 15, 2011 Ex Girlfriend in 1984: tell me you are not going to spend your holiday money on a bass guitar. Me: hmmm, well Ex Girlfriend in 1984: well its me and the holiday or the bass guitar - you choose The bass was with me for 24 years Quote
Mlucas Posted March 15, 2011 Posted March 15, 2011 Well, being at the tender age of 17, nothing that major has happened to me, but I have been playing bass for 3 years if that counts for anything, long may it last too! Quote
icastle Posted March 15, 2011 Posted March 15, 2011 [quote name='dood' post='1163212' date='Mar 15 2011, 03:28 PM']da-dummm.. tishhhhhhhh!!!!!! ahhhhh very good!!![/quote] And the other thing is that if your bass starts rattling on you know you can stop it dead easily just by adjusting the truss rod. Quote
Blademan_98 Posted March 15, 2011 Posted March 15, 2011 Ah well, the bass must be my mistress as I have played guitar for <coughs> years I've been with wife for 24 years....... It's all good Quote
Cat Burrito Posted March 15, 2011 Posted March 15, 2011 I think the bass is possibly a part cause for my unsuccessful relationships breaking up.... Oh well Quote
Hot Tub Posted March 15, 2011 Posted March 15, 2011 [quote name='kevin_lindsay' post='1162934' date='Mar 15 2011, 11:58 AM']I was just thinking - I started playing bass 31 years ago aged 16 and through all the ups and downs I've experienced in my life, playing bass has been the most consistent refuge for me. I love being a bassist!!![/quote] + a very large 1 Could not have put it better myself. Quote
mrtcat Posted March 15, 2011 Posted March 15, 2011 Been playing 18yrs getting married in 4 weeks - bass has feet well under the table in my house and the missus knows the score! Quote
Mr Fudge Posted March 15, 2011 Posted March 15, 2011 "Back in the Day" the first Mrs Fudge gave me an ultimatum about her or the band (and my love of music in general I suppose) The 2nd Mrs Fudge and I have been very happy for 10 years. Quote
stef030 Posted March 15, 2011 Posted March 15, 2011 started when I was 15,that was thirty eight years ago, stopped completly about 2001, cant tell you why,it just happened did not pickup a guitar,over a very short period all the gear went into a cupboard under the stairs,and thats where it stayed until september last year dusted of the jazz bass case,opened it up just to check it was ok ,had a little play,oh my bloody god what a complete arsewipe have I been over the next little while got all the stuff out, cleaned restrung setup,new leads,all that kind of stuff bought some more stuff,try to practice everyday,have realized that after 10 or so years of no playing my hands cannot do what they used to do with ease,now its all down to practice and relearning oh and some lessons when I can get it sorted, but after all that I will start to look for a blues or covers band soon,to go back and play pubs ect as thats what I loved doing most was playing live,anywhere anytime so if a old giffer like me can think like this, bring it all on Quote
dougie Posted March 16, 2011 Posted March 16, 2011 [quote name='Mlucas' post='1163471' date='Mar 15 2011, 06:29 PM']Well, being at the tender age of 17, nothing that major has happened to me, but I have been playing bass for 3 years if that counts for anything, long may it last too![/quote] advice from a 46 yr old whos been married 20yrs with 6 kids,albeit have one or two toys to keep sane..... stick with the bass,advantages are aplenty.... your bass will never complain if you fondle another bass your bass will age better your bass will never refuse to please you because you didnt paint the ceiling your bass will never tell your best m8 hes an alcoholic waste of sperm(hmmmm) you can own lots of basses,none of them will complain the list is endless.......... Quote
Dood Posted March 16, 2011 Posted March 16, 2011 Love this thread! Go for it stef030! I know that this fine community will be behind you all the way! Welcome back to the low end! Quote
spike Posted March 16, 2011 Posted March 16, 2011 Been playing for 30 years and I think I'm starting to get good at it Quote
Machines Posted March 16, 2011 Posted March 16, 2011 Yeah but really, how many basses have you had in the years and how many wives in comparison ? . Quote
Rich Posted March 16, 2011 Posted March 16, 2011 I've had the Wal since 1986. The only longer relationships I've had are with my parents/family. Partners for life Quote
urb Posted March 16, 2011 Posted March 16, 2011 Yep, 26 years and counting for me too - though happily cohabiting and a parent now as well Quote
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