Jimryan Posted January 13, 2013 Author Posted January 13, 2013 [quote name='TimR' timestamp='1358089046' post='1932845'] I like the idea of a signed shirt going round. We found with 'the shirt' a few people weren't 'allowed' to wear it at a gig so just got a photo. My gigs fell through so I just took it out to see Metalica. Mainly people put CDs of their bands in the box and we had a listen. There were a few novelty items. I put my Metallica ticket stub in. It would be really funny if we could get it on some TV shows in a backing band etc, someone must be able to do that. BUT Keep it secret, a kind of insider joke. [/quote] I think the shirt's a nice little touch. Signed simply with signature, username and what number recipient you are. I'll get a note book to go around with it to track names and locations too Quote
Jimryan Posted January 13, 2013 Author Posted January 13, 2013 I think this is a great little example of how great a little community like BassChat is and how powerful it can be when we all club together. Quote
rushbo Posted January 13, 2013 Posted January 13, 2013 If it goes around in a hard case, it needs to get a sticker of either the place or the band.... Quote
Jimryan Posted January 13, 2013 Author Posted January 13, 2013 [quote name='rushbo' timestamp='1358089573' post='1932862'] If it goes around in a hard case, it needs to get a sticker of either the place or the band.... [/quote] The sticker could go straight on the bass, but a hardcase would be cool. Someone mentioned earlier that they had a spare one Quote
Chrismanbass Posted January 13, 2013 Posted January 13, 2013 haha sounds brilliant i'm definitely up for this lets get it sorted out and started Quote
Chrismanbass Posted January 13, 2013 Posted January 13, 2013 if needs be i have a stagg hard case i could donate to the cause Quote
gjones Posted January 13, 2013 Posted January 13, 2013 What a silly idea. Sounds fun. Personally I think it should be a lands end to John O' Groats kind of thing. Starting off as far South as possible, maybe Jersey, and ending up in the Shetlands. I'm sure we have a basschatter in The Shetlands, do we have one in Jersey? Quote
Jimryan Posted January 13, 2013 Author Posted January 13, 2013 [quote name='Chrismanbass' timestamp='1358092244' post='1932922'] if needs be i have a stagg hard case i could donate to the cause [/quote] If you're sure matey, just need a way of getting it here. A case would be a great help Quote
Jimryan Posted January 13, 2013 Author Posted January 13, 2013 [quote name='gjones' timestamp='1358092362' post='1932925'] What a silly idea. Sounds fun. Personally I think it should be a lands end to John O' Groats kind of thing. Starting off as far South as possible, maybe Jersey, and ending up in the Shetlands. I'm sure we have a basschatter in The Shetlands, do we have one in Jersey? [/quote] A good one, but would require a bit of shipping. I think a few would agree the meet up at a fellow members gig idea is pretty solid. Quote
Chrismanbass Posted January 13, 2013 Posted January 13, 2013 [quote name='Jimryan' timestamp='1358092373' post='1932926'] If you're sure matey, just need a way of getting it here. A case would be a great help [/quote] anyone traveling to Portsmouth in the near future? surely there must be someone on here? Quote
TimR Posted January 13, 2013 Posted January 13, 2013 The best way is for Jim to compile a list of names and locations first. Say by the end of Feb. Then somehow work a route. If more join after its started out on its journey it could do two laps and if it's already passed you on the first lap you'll get it on the second. Quote
Jimryan Posted January 13, 2013 Author Posted January 13, 2013 [quote name='TimR' timestamp='1358093064' post='1932937'] The best way is for Jim to compile a list of names and locations first. Say by the end of Feb. Then somehow work a route. If more join after its started out on its journey it could do two laps and if it's already passed you on the first lap you'll get it on the second. [/quote] I'll do a list along with the rules. As far as a route is concerned, if ones planned, I'd say it shouldn't be too strict. I reckon the idea of "bass tag" could work. If stuck to a designated route, I reckon delays, hold ups and what not could hinder progress. I reckon a mix of both would work better. Quote
Jimryan Posted January 13, 2013 Author Posted January 13, 2013 On that note. I'll open another thread. If you're interested, just post name and location so I can make a list Quote
TimR Posted January 13, 2013 Posted January 13, 2013 Yes, it will be down to the individual to say if they've got no gigs lined up in the next fortnight to offer the bass to the next in line. You're probably looking at 2-3 weeks per person as it is. Quote
Jimryan Posted January 13, 2013 Author Posted January 13, 2013 [quote name='TimR' timestamp='1358093534' post='1932944'] Yes, it will be down to the individual to say if they've got no gigs lined up in the next fortnight to offer the bass to the next in line. You're probably looking at 2-3 weeks per person as it is. [/quote] Yep, I'm aware the turnaround won't be too quick (hence the recorded rehearsal suggestion). There's always a possibility though, of if people follow it's location there could be a quick change of hands for a last minute gig or something. Quote
stingrayPete1977 Posted January 13, 2013 Posted January 13, 2013 Be nice to get it over to Ireland and maybe some of the little islands too? Quote
Jimryan Posted January 13, 2013 Author Posted January 13, 2013 [quote name='stingrayPete1977' timestamp='1358094548' post='1932980'] Be nice to get it over to Ireland and maybe some of the little islands too? [/quote] I like it. Lets see how well it goes first, but aspiring to get it overseas? I love it :-p as long as I returns to get auctioned. Can any of the mods help out with sorting a white BC polo for this? Quote
stingrayPete1977 Posted January 13, 2013 Posted January 13, 2013 I think any kind of musical venture should be included, some younger members might not do gigs as such but might be doing college or school shows etc, one of MiltyG's web shows would be cool, a studio session etc as long as its documented? Gives everyone a chance which will also generate more pounds Quote
stingrayPete1977 Posted January 13, 2013 Posted January 13, 2013 (edited) [quote name='Jimryan' timestamp='1358094669' post='1932983'] I like it. Lets see how well it goes first, but aspiring to get it overseas? I love it :-p as long as I returns to get auctioned. Can any of the mods help out with sorting a white BC polo for this? [/quote] I was just thinking along the lines of someone who perhaps goes over anyway that could call in at a members gig/practice/studio film it sign it and bring it back or similar, we all travel with work and stuff so I bet someone gets over there, could ask Johnston, Doh! Edited January 13, 2013 by stingrayPete1977 Quote
Jimryan Posted January 13, 2013 Author Posted January 13, 2013 [quote name='stingrayPete1977' timestamp='1358094720' post='1932986'] I think any kind of musical venture should be included, some younger members might not do gigs as such but might be doing college or school shows etc, one of MiltyG's web shows would be cool, a studio session etc as long as its documented? Gives everyone a chance which will also generate more pounds [/quote] Sounds good, as long as there's a photo (with the shirt if one gets sorted). I might be able to get it in a music video too. Basically, hand over photo, bass in use photo (just not a load of bedroom photos), webshows, session work, gigs, recorded or live rehearsals, college/school gigs, you get the picture. One rule I am considering including though, participants have to have been a me ever for so long/minimum amount of posts (unless a member can vouch for them) just to make sure someone doesn't turn up, claim it, and take it. Sound reasonable? Quote
Jayben Posted January 13, 2013 Posted January 13, 2013 Bcer from Cheshire reporting! I'm up for that! I'm spending a lot of time in studio/gigs over the rest of the year so it'll defo get used Quote
gub Posted January 13, 2013 Posted January 13, 2013 Voted to suggest my own , was thinking bc stagg party Quote
Jimryan Posted January 13, 2013 Author Posted January 13, 2013 [quote name='gub' timestamp='1358099873' post='1933133'] Voted to suggest my own , was thinking bc stagg party [/quote] I'll add it to the list Quote
Jimryan Posted January 13, 2013 Author Posted January 13, 2013 Before this is ready to kick off, I'll contact the local paper to try and raise a bit of awareness and hopefully gain some initial donations Quote
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