KevB Posted November 9, 2012 Share Posted November 9, 2012 Cracking stuff, was listening to Privateer just the other week, solid album. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bassman Sam Posted November 9, 2012 Share Posted November 9, 2012 Cool WoT, any free tickets? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ezbass Posted November 9, 2012 Share Posted November 9, 2012 Sweet! A little nerve wracking (it would be for me a least) but a nice one for the CV, congrats. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jus Lukin Posted November 9, 2012 Share Posted November 9, 2012 (edited) - Edited February 16, 2022 by Jus Lukin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shizznit Posted November 9, 2012 Share Posted November 9, 2012 Nice one! Playing for a big name that is one thing, but being one of your musical hero's too is incredible! Enjoy very minute of it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hollywoodrox Posted November 10, 2012 Share Posted November 10, 2012 Congrats, that is gonna be a real special gig, well done and have an awesome time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wateroftyne Posted November 11, 2012 Author Share Posted November 11, 2012 Cheers, all. Unfortunately the gig sold out in about an hour. I probably won't get any comps :-( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rogerstodge Posted November 12, 2012 Share Posted November 12, 2012 [quote name='silddx' timestamp='1352494311' post='1863941'] I think that's fantastic! What a massive buzz! Congratulations mate! I'd be seriously hyped by that I'm really looking forward to supporting Rush at the Fag & Twat down the road in a couple of months. [/quote] ive got me ticket for that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil-osopher10 Posted November 12, 2012 Share Posted November 12, 2012 Congrats, Michael! Don't forget us when you're famous! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandomBass Posted November 12, 2012 Share Posted November 12, 2012 [quote name='silddx' timestamp='1352494311' post='1863941'] I think that's fantastic! What a massive buzz! Congratulations mate! I'd be seriously hyped by that I'm really looking forward to supporting Rush at the Fag & Twat down the road in a couple of months. [/quote] Cool. What time are you playing? About 12mins past 9 I guess? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fumps Posted November 12, 2012 Share Posted November 12, 2012 [quote name='Dr.Dave' timestamp='1352489050' post='1863849'] I had a pint with him in a Pontefract pub once and a nicer and more unassuming chap you couldn't wish to meet. Great one for the scrapbook - enjoy. [/quote] ooo which pub ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karlfer Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 Brilliant WOT, well deserved, enjoy. To play bass on Local Hero with Mr. Mark would just be an ultimate dream for me. That geezer out of Auf? Preferred Big River Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpaceChick Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 That is sooooooo cool Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wateroftyne Posted January 24, 2013 Author Share Posted January 24, 2013 Thread resurrection for anyone who's interested... I've just got back from a the first band meeting (no MK - he won't get involved until the day of the gig). I know most of folks in the band already, but we have lovely lady backing vocalists and a guitarist (who tours with the Arctic Monkeys) who I've never met before. Very pleasant they are, too. We ran through the running order of the show, which is a logistical spaghetti junction - I'm glad I don't have to concern myself with any of that. There's some other special guests on the show now too - musical and otherwise - but I'm sworn to secrecy. I get to play a wide range of stuff, and on some of the songs we're accompanied by an orchestra, which is a first for me. We're having three days of rehearsals before the gig. They'll be long days, but I can't wait... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discreet Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 Nice one WoT, I bet you're well stoked. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danthevan Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 Well done fella! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonybassplayer Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 Playing bass whilst Mark Knopfler is on the same stage !!!! I wouldn't be able to sleep, what a gig to get I have been predicting for years that Dire Straits could be the next big band for the re-form and world tour type of thing, heres hoping !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mykesbass Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 You complete and utter entertainer Sorry, had to be done, have a great gig. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil-osopher10 Posted January 25, 2013 Share Posted January 25, 2013 Will you be using your own backline or will it be provided? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lurksalot Posted January 25, 2013 Share Posted January 25, 2013 Fill your boots, have a great experience ... ps ..if you need to borrow a schroeder 210112L , I'm using mine so find another one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wateroftyne Posted January 25, 2013 Author Share Posted January 25, 2013 [quote name='Phil-osopher10' timestamp='1359073442' post='1949666'] Will you be using your own backline or will it be provided? [/quote] I'm using my own, so... Walkabout and probably a single HS210. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Jack Posted January 25, 2013 Share Posted January 25, 2013 [quote name='wateroftyne' timestamp='1359065560' post='1949484'] I get to play a wide range of stuff, and on some of the songs we're accompanied by an orchestra, which is a first for me. [/quote] Mind you tell those bloody tubas to stay away from your sonic range ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barefootbassplayer Posted January 25, 2013 Share Posted January 25, 2013 Congrats very jealous! If I ever got that chance I think my dad would have a heart attack given he got me into Dire Straits from a very young age! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gub Posted January 25, 2013 Share Posted January 25, 2013 Keep us posted with how it goes , great opportunity and experience for you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hutton Posted January 25, 2013 Share Posted January 25, 2013 Wow Michael! Another celebrity bass player on Basschat! Well done you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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