The (old) band is dead - long live the (new) band

[Diablo]

The time had to come. After all the shenanigans of the last couple of months my old band played a gig around 5 weeks ago and 2 days after that it all imploded. No-one in the band had any contact with any other member until yesterday when one of the guitarists emailed round asking when the next rehearsal was. I guess he genuinely did not know what had been going on. I just emailed back everyone but lead singer to say situation too difficult, I'm out for good.

Two things bring me some solice - I must have had ~10 emails with the rhythm guitarist in support and offering to meet, have a pint etc, and then the lead guitar called me and we had a good talk. They are good guys, but the lead guitar has known the singer 30 or 40 years so no way I can get between that relationship.

First rehearsal for a new band this coming Monday, 6 songs set for first meet so we can play each 3-4 times in a couple of hours and see how it all gels. If that 4 piece goes well the guitarist has already mentioned he wants to add a rhythm guitar, well I might just know where there is one that is not currently very busy...! Would it be wrong to poach him, or should I clean-break?

The dilemma, excitement and new set-list are keeping my mind pretty busy right now, which is probably a good thing. My only snag is Phil Lynott bass lines - I've carefully avoided them in the past but I'm in at the deep end now.

Cheers,
Rich

[steve-bbb]

tell him youre off to a new band - then mention casually like you do that they also looking for a second guitar - if he asks give him their contact detaisl and let him call them

[Happy Jack]

He's allowed to be in more than one band, as are we all.

[discreet]

If you're cool with the guitarist and he's good, then why not?
You can't poach a player from a band that has split up.
Good luck, btw.

Edited May 29, 2014 by discreet

[Billy Apple]

More bands is more opportunity to wear the whole selection of hats.

[discreet]

Yeah, more hats!!

Edited May 29, 2014 by discreet

[Billy Apple]

You can't go wrong with a Mejicano. It's the ideal titfer for all occasions.

[discreet]

[quote name='Billy Apple' timestamp='1401352849' post='2462635']
You can't go wrong with a Mejicano. It's the ideal titfer for all occasions.
[/quote]

Yes, it is. I collect rainwater in mine.

[Thurbs]

I am in a band with 3 hat warers, a Canotier, a beenie and a flat cap (me), the forth member (of the fairer sexed veriety) is the only hatless member...

[discreet]

I dunno about wearing hats on stage and such. Seems to me that a wacky hat is a substitute for skill and personality.
'Ooh, look at my wacky hat... I'm an interesting and unusual musician-type, even though I'm only playing fifths and roots...'

*Pulls Gorro Catalàn down over face and hides behind sofa*

[Diablo]

Ah yes, I suppose the guitarist two band option is there, up to him I suppose. I'll have a go a nurturing that idea I think.

Hats - a stove pipe is the only way, Isambard Kingdom Brunel pulled that look off perfectly and I am jealous of him. Now I have a flat cap, Aussie bush hat and a pork pie. Should I turn up at first rehearsal with a hat and make my point, or keep it in the closet for first gig and hit them with it then?

[discreet]

[quote name='Diablo' timestamp='1401365168' post='2462819']
Brunel pulled that look off perfectly and I am jealous of him.
Should I turn up at first rehearsal with a hat and make my point, or keep it in the closet for first gig and hit them with it then?
[/quote]

You need to rock the cigar, frock coat, high-collar shirt and black silk tie with the hat for the full effect!
Mutton chops are pretty much [i]de rigueur[/i], too.
Yes, keep the hat in the closet - you never know, your new band might be [i]hattist[/i] - you don't want to fail straight away.

Edited May 29, 2014 by discreet

[Muzz]

I think IKB's main issue was that he was a terrific shortarse - he was only 5'7" to the top of his hat in that photo...

Anyway, I'd like a Torero for that Nonchalant Mouseketeer look...

[BassTractor]

[quote name='discreet' timestamp='1401360027' post='2462765']
*Pulls Gorro Catalàn down over face and hides behind sofa*
[/quote]

You could've spared yourself the pulling down bit if you had used the Gorro Automovilista. But then, you censored that part of the pic.

[discreet]

[quote name='BassTractor' timestamp='1401374102' post='2462944']
...you censored that part of the pic.
[/quote]

Actually, I didn't... that was the entire pic, or at least the version I copied. Please feel free to post an alternative if you have one.

[CamdenRob]

I have a very fetching Panama that mrs C won't let me wear... she says it makes me look like a colonialist.

[BassTractor]

[quote name='discreet' timestamp='1401374891' post='2462954']
Actually, I didn't... that was the entire pic, or at least the version I copied. Please feel free to post an alternative if you have one.
[/quote]

Yeah, I assumed as much, but couldn't resist hating censorship.

Would have posted the pic already, but my Windows Explorer doesn't work well. But here's a link to one:
[url="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-AQs7OP-s7JE/T_2DCT1tsoI/AAAAAAAAAMc/1zsj_HzMugs/s1600/mens-vintage-hats-1.jpg"]http://2.bp.blogspot...tage-hats-1.jpg[/url]

Edited May 29, 2014 by BassTractor

[discreet]

[quote name='BassTractor' timestamp='1401375207' post='2462963']
Yeah, I assumed as much, but couldn't resist hating censorship.
Would have posted the pic already, but my Windows Explorer doesn't work well.
[/quote]

Lovely, here we go then:


I think that Tiara would probably be best for metal.

[Diablo]

I notice this thread got 4 posts in before it careered off topic onto vintage headwear!

Discreet - your new pic and stuff is very off-putting, it is like a bald friend who one day turns up to a pub meet wearing a syrup. I know its you, but at the same time it is not you. I'm confused.

[Diablo]

The chuchonera looks like a vintage gimp mask, gotta be a market for them nowadays?

Edited May 29, 2014 by Diablo

[discreet]

[quote name='Diablo' timestamp='1401375675' post='2462974']
I notice this thread got 4 posts in before it careered off topic onto vintage headwear! Discreet - your new pic and stuff is very off-putting, it is like a bald friend who one day turns up to a pub meet wearing a syrup. I know its you, but at the same time it is not you. I'm confused.
[/quote]

It's completely relevant - if you're going to wear a hat in your new band you need as much hat information as possible!
[size=4]Don't worry about the profile pic - you'll get used to it - and can look forward to exactly the same lewd rambling and derailments... [/size]

[size=4][quote name='Diablo' timestamp='1401375793' post='2462976'][/size]The chuchonera looks like a vintage gimp mask, gotta be a market for them nowadays?
[/quote]

I think you mean the Automovilista?
Which is probably for driving an open car in, by the sound (and look) of it... but yes, could be adapted for gimp use...
Could also be good for those 'Blues Brothers' -type gigs where people throw bottles...

Edited May 29, 2014 by discreet

[BassTractor]

Yeah, the chichonera is the gorro de paja to the left of it.

Edited May 29, 2014 by BassTractor

[Diablo]

[quote]I think you mean the Automovilista?[/quote]

Ah yes, it shows how much I have left to learn about hats. Good job I'm not cocklaphobic! And no, that is not the term for a lady gay.