artisan Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 (edited) can't wait,although i'm just a little worried incase i balls it up but i'll just keep it simple & steady so all should be ok, + it's also the first outing for my new GK MB210 amp' too ,exciting or what. mind i've done a couple of gigs with my Stagg & my Strunal is a lot nicer to play so i'm sure i'll manage just fine (gulp) the only slight worry is that our drummer has had a major op' on his neck so he's out of commision,our usual stand in is away on his jollies & the only other drummer i know is the loudist most over the top earth quake kind off drummer which is not what we need for old school 50's tunes. oh well who needs a bloody drummer anyway,i guess i'd better improve my slapping skills before the gig Edited March 14, 2012 by artisan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silvia Bluejay Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 All the best, A - you'll be fine. Remind your drummer he's not in a Motley Crue tribute band for this gig Let us know your impressions of the new baby - in fact, the new babies! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TPJ Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 Have fun Neil. Give the drummer chop sticks and tell him he has to make do playing with them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bilbo Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 Give the drummer charts...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thisnameistaken Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 My one piece of advice: Pace yourself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
artisan Posted March 14, 2012 Author Share Posted March 14, 2012 thanks everyone. i'll be taking it very steady & not attempt anything flash at all. looks like it's a drummerless gig too (trying to calm him down would be impossible ),but most of the songs we play didn't originally have drums on anyway. Bluejay - i'll report back on how my baby performs on the night,it sounds awesome through the GK i just hope i can do it justice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarky Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 Break a leg mate! My first DB gig was fab, the sense of achievement was amazing. Hope you really enjoy yourself Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Bassman Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 You'll be fine that bass almost plays itself! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marvin spangles Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 Enjoy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PTB Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 I wasn't as well sorted as you seem to be before my first DB gig so I'm sure you'll have a great time. Enjoy it and +1 for pacing yourself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thurbs Posted March 15, 2012 Share Posted March 15, 2012 My first db gig was without a drummer too. I agree when you do gig, you need to find a quiet one... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thisnameistaken Posted March 15, 2012 Share Posted March 15, 2012 My first db gig was on the fecking radio. :/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fatback Posted March 15, 2012 Share Posted March 15, 2012 You'll have a ball. Don't worry about a thing. The big surprise to me was all those people wanting to talk to me before and after. I mean who wants to talk to the bass guitarist (apart from other bass guitarists)? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
artisan Posted March 15, 2012 Author Share Posted March 15, 2012 (edited) [quote name='Mr Bassman' timestamp='1331745915' post='1578229'] You'll be fine that bass almost plays itself! [/quote] mind it was set up by a master cheers for all the comments guys,i'm really looking forward to it,i've not been this excited about a gig for a while Edited March 15, 2012 by artisan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TPJ Posted March 15, 2012 Share Posted March 15, 2012 Where are you playing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
artisan Posted March 15, 2012 Author Share Posted March 15, 2012 the Harlow (formally known as The Sheppard's Dog) pub in Harrogate,it's only a fairly small gig but they are usually the most fun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Bassman Posted March 15, 2012 Share Posted March 15, 2012 [quote name='artisan' timestamp='1331813874' post='1579244'] the Harlow (formally known as The Sheppard's Dog) pub in Harrogate,it's only a fairly small gig but they are usually the most fun. [/quote] It's within walking distance for me 15 mins there, 30 mins back Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
artisan Posted March 15, 2012 Author Share Posted March 15, 2012 (edited) [quote name='Mr Bassman' timestamp='1331818614' post='1579379'] It's within walking distance for me 15 mins there, 30 mins back [/quote] lol tha's the zig zag effect Edited March 15, 2012 by artisan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geoffbassist Posted March 15, 2012 Share Posted March 15, 2012 Good luck for tomorrow artisan. Hope you have a great gig! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maxcat Posted March 15, 2012 Share Posted March 15, 2012 Break a leg for the gig. I did my first DB gig last month and had a blast. Relax get into the moment and enjoy ALL the attention. You are now officially the focal point of the band.. In a good way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Bassman Posted March 15, 2012 Share Posted March 15, 2012 [attachment=102633:IMG_0462.JPG] Looks like you're already in charge Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Bassman Posted March 15, 2012 Share Posted March 15, 2012 (edited) [attachment=102634:IMG_0460.jpg] Slap that bass [attachment=102637:IMG_0457.jpg] Edited March 15, 2012 by Mr Bassman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
artisan Posted March 16, 2012 Author Share Posted March 16, 2012 (edited) lol i forgot you took those jam session pics,i look like a right miserable sod,must remember to smile. aha how did the video turn out ? edit: must remember to hold the beer belly in a little too,although of course i'm only fat in photographs Edited March 16, 2012 by artisan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
artisan Posted March 16, 2012 Author Share Posted March 16, 2012 (edited) a big thanks for all the replies guys. we had a 3 hour rehersal last night which went really well although i was totally knackered at the end,it sure is a very physical instrument but so so rewarding,i just love it Edited March 16, 2012 by artisan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheRev Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 Good luck for tonight! [quote name='artisan' timestamp='1331885045' post='1580258'] edit: must remember to hold the beer belly in a little too,although of course i'm only fat in photographs [/quote] I just rest mine on the upper bout of my bass - works a treat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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