SpaceChick Posted July 10, 2012 Share Posted July 10, 2012 Had a jam tonight with a local band.... And I'M IN!! It was awesome!!! I had soooooo much fun!!! I am officially the new bassist for Not a Jukebox The band are cool.... The drummer and lead guitarist are both 60, the lead singer/Rhythym guitarist is in his 40s, then there's me on bass in my late 30s. Top bunch of guys and I'm sure I'll learn tons from them. The drummer was pleased with how we kept Rhythym. For many of the tracks I just played around root notes tonight (I only had sight if the 25 song set list on Sunday and had never heard of some of the songs) but I did have a few "golden numbers" where I had rehearsed more complex bass lines Next practice is next Tuesday and it can't come quick enough. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarky Posted July 10, 2012 Share Posted July 10, 2012 Congrats!!!!! and lots of other smiley emoticons! Have fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grandad Posted July 10, 2012 Share Posted July 10, 2012 (edited) Congratulations. Isn't it just great playing live alongside good people. There's nothing quite like it. Enjoy every minute. Edited July 10, 2012 by grandad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jambo10 Posted July 10, 2012 Share Posted July 10, 2012 Fab......hope it all goes well. Onwards and upwards! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
debwilliams Posted July 10, 2012 Share Posted July 10, 2012 So pleased for you! Glad you had such a great evening and that these sensible gents made a wise choice. Nice work Debs! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KiOgon Posted July 10, 2012 Share Posted July 10, 2012 Excellent & exciting! Well done just go easy on the 60 year olds Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
debwilliams Posted July 10, 2012 Share Posted July 10, 2012 Hey Debs - I've just found some info about your forthcoming appearance [b] ‘Not A Jukebox’ Perform Live![/b] [color=#363636][font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif][size=3] Ex Welsh Guardsman Darren Evans, who has a son currently serving in the regiment, will be holding a charity night along with his band ‘Not A Jukebox’ later in 2012, in aid of the Appeal. Details will be posted here as soon as a date has been confirmed. Darren has also writen 2 songs which will soon be available on CD. The first, ‘Never Forget Them’ was written after the last tour and is dedicated to the 7 Welsh Guards who made the ultimate sacrifice. The second, ‘My Demons’ is dedicated to those who have suffered since returning home, including his own son, and those whose demons made their lives too difficult to bear.[/size][/font][/color] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpaceChick Posted July 10, 2012 Author Share Posted July 10, 2012 [quote name='debwilliams' timestamp='1341958591' post='1727188'] Hey Debs - I've just found some info about your forthcoming appearance [b] ‘Not A Jukebox’ Perform Live![/b] [color=#363636][font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif][size=3] Ex Welsh Guardsman Darren Evans, who has a son currently serving in the regiment, will be holding a charity night along with his band ‘Not A Jukebox’ later in 2012, in aid of the Appeal. Details will be posted here as soon as a date has been confirmed. Darren has also writen 2 songs which will soon be available on CD. The first, ‘Never Forget Them’ was written after the last tour and is dedicated to the 7 Welsh Guards who made the ultimate sacrifice. The second, ‘My Demons’ is dedicated to those who have suffered since returning home, including his own son, and those whose demons made their lives too difficult to bear.[/size][/font][/color] [/quote] Yep that's us!! We are getting in the studio in a few weeks to record the tracks!! Darren is a good bloke and a real life hero in my eyes It's looking like that charity gig may be our first gig, but we are hoping to get in a cancer charity gig before hand. Wow, seeing that in print is a bit scary Deb, trust you to find that!!! I'm a "proper" bassist now..... And I'm already thinking my Peavy amp may need upgrading sooner rather than later!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gelfin Posted July 10, 2012 Share Posted July 10, 2012 Excellent news. Let us Welsh know when you have a gig and we'll be there to support you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpaceChick Posted July 10, 2012 Author Share Posted July 10, 2012 [quote name='gelfin' timestamp='1341960299' post='1727235'] Excellent news. Let us Welsh know when you have a gig and we'll be there to support you. [/quote] N'awwww thanks Gelfin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xilddx Posted July 10, 2012 Share Posted July 10, 2012 Debs, that's brilliant! So pleased for you! Enjoy it And have a cracking gig! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gub Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 What is it with all these chick bass players muscling in on the bass action no only joshing , well done and have fun that's the main thing ! I have to pinch myself sometimes as can't believe how lucky I am to have found a local band and am out gigging again Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norvegicusbass Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 Congratulations Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evil Undead Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 Awesome! Glad you had a great time, and congratulations Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norvegicusbass Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 My above reply looked a bit sparse and lacklustre I meant to ad a . Well Done hope you enjoy your playing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conan Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 [quote name='norvegicusbass' timestamp='1341991661' post='1727406'] My above reply looked a bit sparse and lacklustre [/quote] A bit like my playing! Congratulations! Bass players belong in bands. Have fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpaceChick Posted July 11, 2012 Author Share Posted July 11, 2012 (edited) [quote name='gub' timestamp='1341990958' post='1727384'] What is it with all these chick bass players muscling in on the bass action no only joshing , well done and have fun that's the main thing ! I have to pinch myself sometimes as can't believe how lucky I am to have found a local band and am out gigging again [/quote] LOL! Yep, us chick bassists are taking over the world I've got a huge grin on my face today (to accompany my tintinus! Thanks to Discreet for the ear plug recommendation - ordered online for next week!). I continue to be apprehensive as their last bassist was a retired pro with 40 years experience, so I am NEVER going to match up. However, I am going to work my socks off and be the best I can be. I just hope and pray that he won't want the gig back, as its my band now! I love it, love it, love it! The drummer is awesome and we really had a groove going. The guitarist was really supportive on giving me chords on songs I didn't know so I could jam a bassline and the singer is just a really top friendly guy and has a great voice. Can you tell how excited I am, I doubt the NHS will get my best work today as I'm walking on air in a haze of euphoria! Who needs drugs hey! Edited July 11, 2012 by SpaceChick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul torch Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 Nice one SpaceChick. I'm sure you'll have a blast. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
merlin Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 congrats and well done,have fun,all the practice was worth doing.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gub Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 Lol you will come on leaps and bounds , nothing like playing with other people to improve err ...well everything including building new friendships along the way ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KevB Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 Just don't be tempted to take some of your chickens along to the gig, you know what happened to Alice Cooper... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpaceChick Posted July 11, 2012 Author Share Posted July 11, 2012 [quote name='KevB' timestamp='1341998035' post='1727550'] Just don't be tempted to take some of your chickens along to the gig, you know what happened to Alice Cooper... [/quote] LOL!!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mart Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 [quote name='gelfin' timestamp='1341960299' post='1727235'] Excellent news. Let us Welsh know when you have a gig and we'll be there to support you. [/quote] +1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozz196 Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 [quote name='SpaceChick' timestamp='1341959183' post='1727209'] Yep that's us!! We are getting in the studio in a few weeks to record the tracks!! Darren is a good bloke and a real life hero in my eyes It's looking like that charity gig may be our first gig, but we are hoping to get in a cancer charity gig before hand. Wow, seeing that in print is a bit scary Deb, trust you to find that!!! I'm a "proper" bassist now..... And I'm already thinking my Peavy amp may need upgrading sooner rather than later!! [/quote] Congrats, and a great excuse for the dreaded GAS. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silvia Bluejay Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 HAHA, congratulations to you too, Deb - keep us posted! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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