Bassjon Posted January 19, 2015 Posted January 19, 2015 They must be. Its a bit unfair these slow announcements. I've bought my Saturday ticket but would rather see Stu Hamm who has just appeared for the Sunday. Poo. [quote name='BassAgent' timestamp='1421623256' post='2663468'] And with Stu Hamm they've added another more or less extravagant player [/quote] I was thinking the same thing. Why are there no guys from contemporary bands? I'd be really interested to hear from the likes of Chris Batten (Enter Shikari) to hear how he holds down that low end in a band that jumps between hardcore and EDM. Or Billy Gould from Faith No More y'know? Quote
Alun Posted January 19, 2015 Posted January 19, 2015 (edited) [quote name='molan' timestamp='1421589755' post='2662947'] BGM run LBGS - because they run some live news stuff they will often pre-promote on the magazine news pages ahead of the show site. Gets them additional site traffic and good for SEO if they release lots of current news articles [/quote] It's a bit unfortunate that they mentioned it being Stu Hamm's first LBGS in the mag though as he was there a few years ago, first year possibly? Hope some more players are announced soon, it's still looking a bit thin on the ground. Wondering if they are waiting for 101% confirmations after Armand Sabal Lecco had visa problems at the last minute last year. Edited January 19, 2015 by Alun Quote
molan Posted January 19, 2015 Posted January 19, 2015 [quote name='Bassjon' timestamp='1421663396' post='2663626'] They must be. Its a bit unfair these slow announcements. I've bought my Saturday ticket but would rather see Stu Hamm who has just appeared for the Sunday. Poo. I was thinking the same thing. Why are there no guys from contemporary bands? I'd be really interested to hear from the likes of Chris Batten (Enter Shikari) to hear how he holds down that low end in a band that jumps between hardcore and EDM. Or Billy Gould from Faith No More y'know? [/quote] We've been talking about trying to get a Zon Billy Gould Signature bass over just for LBGS but timing may be tight Quote
Bassjon Posted January 20, 2015 Posted January 20, 2015 Can you buy stuff at the show? I'm after a new bass..... Quote
Silvia Bluejay Posted January 20, 2015 Posted January 20, 2015 [quote name='Alun' timestamp='1421696517' post='2664105'] It's a bit unfortunate that they mentioned it being Stu Hamm's first LBGS in the mag though as he was there a few years ago, first year possibly? Hope some more players are announced soon, it's still looking a bit thin on the ground. Wondering if they are waiting for 101% confirmations after Armand Sabal Lecco had visa problems at the last minute last year. [/quote] I think the show was still called the London International Music Show when Stu was there last (I had a brief chat with him). If my recollection is correct, then this *will* be his first time at the LBGS as such. Quote
Alun Posted January 20, 2015 Posted January 20, 2015 No, was definitely the Bass Show, played on the Sunday. I remember as I was chatting to a friend in the backstage corridor and he wandered past which, as a long standing Stu Hamm fan, stuck in my head :-) Quote
seashell Posted January 21, 2015 Posted January 21, 2015 After much juggling of my diary I have decided I can definitely make it this year. I'm hoping to attend both days, but it might just have to be the Saturday. Will have to leave till last minute to get ticket(s). Life is just too busy ATM! Quote
iamtheelvy Posted January 21, 2015 Posted January 21, 2015 [quote name='bluejay' timestamp='1416493792' post='2610828'] I hold MK personally responsible for making slapping acceptable and, for a time, even cool. He needs to make amends! [/quote] Maybe it's time for him to move into his heavy-gauge-flatwounds-on-a-p-bass period... Should slow him down a bit at least... Quote
iamtheelvy Posted January 21, 2015 Posted January 21, 2015 Much as the presence of at least 3 heavy-duty slapping/tapping types may make the exhibition hall unbearable, I'm really looking forward to this again! I may have missed it, but are we having a BC stand again this year? Quote
timmo Posted January 21, 2015 Posted January 21, 2015 [quote name='Bassjon' timestamp='1421740509' post='2664390'] Can you buy stuff at the show? I'm after a new bass..... [/quote]Yes. You can buy all sorts of bespoke and off the shelf basses. There are lots of bass realted stuff for sale, including amps Quote
Alun Posted January 21, 2015 Posted January 21, 2015 [quote name='seashell' timestamp='1421845306' post='2665621'] After much juggling of my diary I have decided I can definitely make it this year. I'm hoping to attend both days, but it might just have to be the Saturday. Will have to leave till last minute to get ticket(s). Life is just too busy ATM! [/quote] You can pay on the day :-) Quote
bluesparky Posted January 23, 2015 Posted January 23, 2015 I MAY be able to make it on the Saturday, fingers crossed (unless some last minute work comes in). I'm on baby sitting & toddler wrangling duties on the Sunday as the wife is out for lunch with "the girlies", whoever they may be,,, Quote
Bassjon Posted January 24, 2015 Posted January 24, 2015 we need dUg Pinnick there with his new range of Tech21 gear : ) Quote
rushbo Posted January 25, 2015 Posted January 25, 2015 Just a feeler at the mo, but I'm hoping to go on Sunday and as the trains don't start until too late in the day, I'm driving. Anybody in the Halesowen/Dudley/Black Country up for a car share? Quote
basexperience Posted January 27, 2015 Posted January 27, 2015 I'm definitely coming, because the perfectly lovely Ferdinand Rikkers says he'll pay for my ticket so I can pick up the 5 string Olive top Bodyline he's building for me! (I am literally spending time looking at pictures of the one from last year). What nice guys, eh? I like the lineup this year, actually - a lot of bassists I cut technique teeth on (Sheehan, Hamm, King). Is there any more news on that daft "pay for a seat" thing in the shows? Quote
Silvia Bluejay Posted January 27, 2015 Posted January 27, 2015 I've been advised that the team is currently covering NAMM but will be back in force - and check out and reply to our queries and suggestions - as soon as that event is over Quote
bluesparky Posted January 29, 2015 Posted January 29, 2015 I'm gutted that I now can't go. I've ended up with some work in sunny Dubai over that period so I can't even skive off and pop in for a bit. It's a shame as I was going through a thought process of selling my GT-10B in favour of individual pedals (having made the swap the other way a few years ago) and I was interested to see if anything that is of the normal radar would catch my eye. It's probably best for my wallet that I can't make it though! It's also a real shame as I was excited about seeing Billy, oh well. Stu Hamm is great to see too so that was up at the top of my to-do list. Enjoy if you do go. Quote
Sibob Posted January 29, 2015 Posted January 29, 2015 I'll be there on the Saturday, then playing the Jazz Cafe in the evening.......all with a pretty fresh new sleeve tattoo started :-P Be gentle! Very much looking forward to Divinity! Si Quote
BassAgent Posted January 29, 2015 Posted January 29, 2015 [quote name='basexperience' timestamp='1422378201' post='2671898'] I'm definitely coming, because the perfectly lovely Ferdinand Rikkers says he'll pay for my ticket so I can pick up the 5 string Olive top Bodyline he's building for me! (I am literally spending time looking at pictures of the one from last year). What nice guys, eh? I like the lineup this year, actually - a lot of bassists I cut technique teeth on (Sheehan, Hamm, King). Is there any more news on that daft "pay for a seat" thing in the shows? [/quote] Cool! It's been quite a while since I've played a Rikkers, I almost forgot Ferdinand would be in London this year. Speaking of Dutch companies, I'm also very curious about the Aurora amp by Marc van der Kley. Oh and I also still have a loop pedal I borrowed from him a couple of years ago, might be bringing it to London Quote
Drax Posted January 29, 2015 Posted January 29, 2015 Ticket booked for Saturday. Is there any kind of BC meet up / special handshake ? Quote
ras52 Posted January 29, 2015 Posted January 29, 2015 Ooh, this has crept up on me and I think I'm free that weekend. Better start practising my slapping Quote
obbm Posted January 29, 2015 Posted January 29, 2015 Ticket booked and will be there on Sunday. Quote
BassAgent Posted January 29, 2015 Posted January 29, 2015 [quote name='Drax' timestamp='1422538784' post='2673841'] Ticket booked for Saturday. Is there any kind of BC meet up / special handshake ? [/quote] You'll recognize me by my Mono gigbag and drooling face. Quote
Sibob Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 [quote name='BassAgent' timestamp='1422556648' post='2674110'] You'll recognize me by my Mono gigbag and drooling face. [/quote] That pretty much describes everyone haha Si Quote
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