There is hope!

[Guest aDx]

After my wife died I gave up music. Then 2 years ago I started playing with some mates from school. Old blokes are us!  It was going knowhere so I replied to an ad on joinmyband doing covers. Got the gig.  Now 6 rehearsals later we are doing a gig! My first in 30 years!  I am 61. So... Just keep trying... My love for bass is rekindled. It has only taken me 50 year's to get the best bass sound I have ever had. Thanks markbass and Cort. And the bass soul food pedal. And thank you to this forum/site for being an inspiration!

[seashell]

Brilliant story, thanks for sharing x

[JapanAxe]

Good for you @aDx!

Edited December 4, 2018 by JapanAxe

[Adrenochrome]

I'm glad to hear it fella!

[John T]

That's awesome, the healing power of music is like nothing else.

[tubbybloke68]

Fantastic! May the bass be with you my friend x 

[gpw5150]

Sir, you rock!  Love you to share some pics and maybe a vid!

[fretmeister]

Where’s the gig? Might be close enough for some of us to turn up.

[Maude]

Good on you Sir! Long may it continue 👍

[roblpm]

1 hour ago, fretmeister said:

Where’s the gig? Might be close enough for some of us to turn up.

Yes come on. Advertise it..... 

[Teebs]

Thats amazing! All the best!

[Guest aDx]

Have put early rehearsals on YouTube. Very rough.  Lol

Adrian Cain rehearsals

Will post gig when I find out where... Eek!  Other bass players scrutiny.  Scary!

 

[uk_lefty]

You sir, are an inspiration! I wish my Dad had your get-up-and-go when he found himself in the same position. Has made me think it's not too late and I just need to push him towards one of his former passions.

Thank you

[Guest aDx]

Mistakes and all..

[thepurpleblob]

1 hour ago, aDx said:

Have put early rehearsals on YouTube. Very rough.  Lol

Adrian Cain rehearsals

Will post gig when I find out where... Eek!  Other bass players scrutiny.  Scary!

 

You can spot them. It's those guys leaning against the wall at the back with their arms folded. 😂

[FinnDave]

I hope 61 isn't really old, that'll be me in another 4 days! I was looking back at the year last night, and I have been playing music I love with some really talented people, played some very enjoyable gigs, and the future is currently looking bright.

So I'd say - get out there and enjoy yourself, well done!

[Mickeyboro]

Music kept me going when I lost my first wife. Sure it will be a good friend to you. Rock on, and thanks for sharing.

[Dad3353]

3 hours ago, aDx said:

Have put early rehearsals on YouTube. Very rough.  Lol

Adrian Cain rehearsals

Will post gig when I find out where... Eek!  Other bass players scrutiny.  Scary!

 

 

[cetera]

Good work! And your drummer 'swings' which is great for your groove :)

[tonyquipment]

Never gunna give ..up the bass. 

[Guest aDx]

AAA!  that is first run thro of that... singer not learnt yet!!

yeah drummer is good!     one guitarist teaches

 

 

 

 

[Guest aDx]

 

Edited December 5, 2018 by Dad3353

[Guest aDx]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U8KvTPyfJpY

[Guest aDx]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NCbqLw_DaU8

[Ricky 4000]

1 hour ago, aDx said:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NCbqLw_DaU8

I'm hearing the rhythm section playing tighter and better, and seeing the years rolling away.

As a wise man once said: Worry ~ let it all flow over you.

You are an inspiration mate.