Dr.Dave Posted July 3, 2012 Posted July 3, 2012 Optic Nerve - and I was 17. I couldn't believe anybody wanted to pay me for what I liked doing most. I still can't sometimes. Playing live has been - and is - a massive part of my life. I can't remember what it feels like not to play gigs. I'm now much nearer the end of gigging than the start but these 33 years have been great. Making music with other like minded folk is just a brilliant thing to spend your time doing - if others can be entertained by your doing that........... well , I've yet to find anything as satisfying . Sadly - there's a far greater chance of your band falling out and wanting to kill each other in a few months than there is of long lasting harmonious joy and pleasure for all but don't worry about that. This is the start of a new journey , and if it doesn't last there's no need to regard that as the end. And don't you dare stand at the back. Quote
seashell Posted July 3, 2012 Author Posted July 3, 2012 [quote name='Thurbs' timestamp='1341321439' post='1716958'] It is really good news you have found a band and you are happy with it. One slight note of caution, I have always found it best for me musically when I join a band and every member is miles better than me. Yes it is daunting and you feel uncomfortable but ultimately you will pull you socks up harder, practice for longer and make the journey to their level much quicker. I guess it depends on your ambition and goals. [/quote] Aah you're right. But that will be the next step (I hope!). Quote
seashell Posted July 3, 2012 Author Posted July 3, 2012 [quote name='Dr.Dave' timestamp='1341321938' post='1716975'] Sadly - there's a far greater chance of your band falling out and wanting to kill each other in a few months than there is of long lasting harmonious joy and pleasure for all but don't worry about that. This is the start of a new journey , and if it doesn't last there's no need to regard that as the end. And don't you dare stand at the back. [/quote] I'm used to showbiz fallings out, don't worry. You wouldn't believe what's going on with my so-called comedy group at the moment. All sorts of tantrums and flaming e-mails going round!! I'm not going to let them make me stand at the back 'cos I'm much prettier than the rest of them, lol Quote
Dr.Dave Posted July 3, 2012 Posted July 3, 2012 [quote name='seashell' timestamp='1341322761' post='1716992'] I'm not going to let them make me stand at the back 'cos I'm much prettier than the rest of them, lol [/quote] That's always been my reason too ! Quote
skankdelvar Posted July 3, 2012 Posted July 3, 2012 (edited) And so it begins. Good for you! [quote name='seashell' timestamp='1341322761' post='1716992'] I'm not going to let them make me stand at the back 'cos I'm much prettier than the rest of them, lol [/quote] Well-known fact, hot chick with bass allows a band to have 10 fluffed intros and a trainwreck ending. It's the law, sort of like carbon offsetting. [color=#ffffff].[/color] Edited July 3, 2012 by skankdelvar Quote
jackers Posted July 3, 2012 Posted July 3, 2012 congrats on getting the gig is it an originals or covers type band? Quote
seashell Posted July 3, 2012 Author Posted July 3, 2012 Thanks guys. It's mostly covers, although they have written a couple of originals. Quote
Low End Bee Posted July 3, 2012 Posted July 3, 2012 We are but days away from a moan about guitarists and volume Excellent news.Get a gig booked as soon as possible. Nothing sorts out a band quicker. Quote
gub Posted July 3, 2012 Posted July 3, 2012 Brill news ! It can be so nerve racking , I felt the same when I went for my first audition after a 18 year break , turns out they were at the same sort of level as myself so all that panic for nothing! Quote
jackers Posted July 3, 2012 Posted July 3, 2012 sounds great be sure to let us know when you get gigging! Quote
LemonCello Posted July 3, 2012 Posted July 3, 2012 Congratulations! It's great fun and you'll love it, especially if you click as friends as well as band members and all support each other which I'm sure you will. Onwards and upwards... LC Quote
TRBboy Posted July 3, 2012 Posted July 3, 2012 Well done Shelly, I'm really pleased for you! You'll definitely find that both your playing and confidence come on leaps and bounds now. Let us know when/where you're playing! Quote
BassTractor Posted July 3, 2012 Posted July 3, 2012 (edited) Wow! Great story, Shelly, and an inspiration as well. Best of luck, and HAVE FUN! Edited July 3, 2012 by BassTractor Quote
seashell Posted July 4, 2012 Author Posted July 4, 2012 Thanks once again for all your great comments and encouragement. I'll keep you posted with any major developments Next rehearsal is Monday .... Quote
EdwardHimself Posted July 4, 2012 Posted July 4, 2012 That's great news. It's always good to be playing with people who are about the same ability as you. Quote
dmccombe7 Posted July 4, 2012 Posted July 4, 2012 great news. i can feel your excitement just from this post. Happy days ahead. All the best and make sure you enjoy which is always the most important factor. Unless its money of course Cheers Dave Quote
thunderbird13 Posted July 4, 2012 Posted July 4, 2012 well done - now you will begin to understand " it was the best of times it was the worst of times " Quote
clarkpegasus4001 Posted July 4, 2012 Posted July 4, 2012 This is great news , i'm really chuffed to bit's for ya. It's a great feeling isn't it? Quote
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