rumblejunkie Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 hi folks , my name is Derek and ive only recently started playing the bass in earnest . A couple of years ago i was asked to stand in to play bass in a mates band short term, as the bassist they had was injured at work and was out of action, ive always been more of a 6 string electric man also dabbling in 12 string accoustic but i really enjoyed the time i spent with the band, but on someone elses gear ., A few weeks back i decided to take the plunge and sold off some fishing stuff i wasnt using anymore and bought a bass an ibanez model its a basic 4 string 2tone burst thing thats really sleek looking and very easy to play, and so far im loving it . My favourite bassists of all time are, steve harris , jack bruce , glenn hughes , flea , and john entwhistle . I like classic rock and heavy metal although i also enjoy accoustic music and blues. Im really looking forward to hopefully getting some usefull hints and tips from other members on here and chipping in when i can. Many thanks for reading this, Derek. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xgsjx Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 Welcome to BC. If there's anything you need to know, I'm sure you'll find the answer here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fitz666 Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 Welcome to the forum, plenty Scots in here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ceilidhswinger Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 Welcome Derek, This is a great wee site and a handy resource, have fun! Calum (Havana Swing Gypsy Jazz Band) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rumblejunkie Posted November 23, 2011 Author Share Posted November 23, 2011 thanks for the welcome im still a bit lost tbh hopefully that will all change soon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Acebassmusic Posted November 24, 2011 Share Posted November 24, 2011 Hi there and welcome from another bassist North of the border. Not sure where in Scotland you are but there is a get together next year in Moffat. have a look at this link [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/158748-moffat-bass-bash-5/page__hl__moffat%20bass%20bash"]http://basschat.co.uk/topic/158748-moffat-bass-bash-5/page__hl__moffat%20bass%20bash[/url] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big_Stu Posted November 24, 2011 Share Posted November 24, 2011 [quote name='rumblejunkie' timestamp='1321924178' post='1444557'] hi folks , my name is Derek and ive only recently started playing the bass in earnest . [/quote] Welcome! Though I don't reckon much to "Earnest" as a band name......... I'll get me coat............. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rumblejunkie Posted November 25, 2011 Author Share Posted November 25, 2011 ha ha very good earnest wouldnt be very good at all . the bass weekend in moffat sounds good ill need to speak to the boss that of course being the missus , im in falkirk central scotland so about 2hrs drive Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Telebass Posted November 26, 2011 Share Posted November 26, 2011 Howdy! From waaaaaay south of the border... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnFitzgerald Posted November 26, 2011 Share Posted November 26, 2011 Another hello from me. Also north of the border. and guess what. There is a band gigging in these parts called Ernest. Not Earnest, but close enough I think you'll agree. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
merello Posted November 26, 2011 Share Posted November 26, 2011 [quote name='Fitz666' timestamp='1321952534' post='1444655'] Welcome to the forum, plenty Scots in here [/quote] Though not many handsome ones! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
munkonthehill Posted November 26, 2011 Share Posted November 26, 2011 [quote name='merello' timestamp='1322321556' post='1449377'] Though not many handsome ones! [/quote] Im glad about that...I hate competition. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xgsjx Posted November 26, 2011 Share Posted November 26, 2011 [quote name='munkonthehill' timestamp='1322339127' post='1449704'] Im glad about that...I hate competition. [/quote] Same here. Just glad you're at the other side of the country! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alanbass1 Posted November 28, 2011 Share Posted November 28, 2011 Welcome aboard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rumblejunkie Posted November 29, 2011 Author Share Posted November 29, 2011 thanks for making me feel so welcome folks its much appreciated . all us scots are handsome well the non alchie ones that is Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hairyhaw Posted November 30, 2011 Share Posted November 30, 2011 [quote name='JohnFitzgerald' timestamp='1322311406' post='1449189']There is a band gigging in these parts called Ernest. [/quote] Was about to say the same - didn't know the spelling though. And welcome Derek. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmccombe7 Posted November 30, 2011 Share Posted November 30, 2011 Welcome from sunny Lanark area. Great site and I've learned loads of interesting stuff from members. Some great debates too. Moffat aint as far as you think. Jump on the Motorway from Falkirk and you'll be there in 1.5 hrs easy on a Sunday. Went last year and it was a great day out. Well worth it. All the best Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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