Calling it a day

[kevvo66]

Well I've been pondering for a while now ,no proper band and only jamming now and then ,me and my musical journey on bass  have finally come to a end .its a sad day indeed ,the band scene is not great around here either no more  , so I'm gonna concentrate on my first love which is acoustic guitar ,take care everyone , over and out 👍

Edited November 30, 2018 by kevvo66

[Trueno]

I know where you're coming from... I find bass playing without a band a bit strange. I've still got some excellent budget gear that doesn't take up much space and I never say die.

Have fun with the acoustic.

[thebigyin]

51 minutes ago, kevvo66 said:

Well I've been pondering for a while now ,no proper band and only jamming now and then ,me and my musical journey on bass  have finally come to a end .its a sad day indeed ,the band scene is not great around here either no more  , so I'm gonna concentrate on my first love which is acoustic guitar ,take care everyone , over and out 👍

Was thinking of doing this but keep thinking something might crop up but doesn't lol....been out of a band 4 years now and was seriously considering the solo acoustic route...but all open mic nights are during the week and I work nights so no chance there....but enjoyed many years of gigging in the past and I don't let it bother me now...I just plug away on both guitar and bass...best of luck with the new venture.

Edited November 30, 2018 by thebigyin

[ped]

54 minutes ago, kevvo66 said:

Well I've been pondering for a while now ,no proper band and only jamming now and then ,me and my musical journey on bass  have finally come to a end .its a sad day indeed ,the band scene is not great around here either no more  , so I'm gonna concentrate on my first love which is acoustic guitar ,take care everyone , over and out 👍

Get yourself over to our sister site guitarchat.co.uk

[Teebs]

Good luck with whatever you decide, but please don't rule out returning to the bass.

All the best.

[silverfoxnik]

44 minutes ago, Teebs said:

Good luck with whatever you decide, but please don't rule out returning to the bass.

All the best.

+1

IMO, playing music's a life-long journey and you never know what's round the corner..

Best of luck with it, whatever you end up doing. 😊

Edited November 30, 2018 by silverfoxnik

[Dood]

Hotel California.... Just saying' 😀

 

 

 

 

 

 

You can check out, but you can never leave  (There is a much deeper story from me, but another day mebbe.)

[thepurpleblob]

It always makes me sad... I've never exceeded the status of average on the bass and I've never really been without a gig. Lucky I suppose. I think as long as you're getting out there and doing what you do... that's the important thing. 

Edited November 30, 2018 by thepurpleblob

[tonyquipment]

I know a lot of people are feeling the musical block. I am too. My music friends too. I have a lot of ideas but I haven’t had the energy or motivation to perform them. I think it’s just the run up to Xmas and NY. I hate it. 

[AndyTravis]

I posted in a similar vein last month.

on Monday I meet a new band.

hard to tell what can be around the corner 

[NJE]

I think a lot of us have felt the same over the years. I had a long period where I barely touched a bass through university and just played excessive amounts of soppy, mopey drivel on acoustic guitar.

I love acoustic guitar and always keep one freshly strung and ready to go at home. Enjoy your acoustic playing, go and get yourself a lovely acoustic with the money you get from bass gear sales and go and get a real cheap playable bass to our in the corner just in case.

[Deedee]

Best of luck with whichever musical path you choose to take in the future 👍

I stopped playing several times, for several years each time. I agree with the earlier post that keeping the motivation to play bass without a band can be a struggle.

I’m currently taking a forced sabbatical from playing in a band due to family reasons, but on this occasion I’m using the limited time I do still have available to study and practice, going back to re-educate myself on playing so that when I do eventually get back to playing with the band, I’ll be a better player.

[kevvo66]

Cheers people ,you're a lovely bunch and all your posts are much appreciated as always ,I won't stray far from the fold , I've met some of you over the years and some I haven't,all of you a lovely bunch ,big love too you all ❤️