Well I started gigging with a local band called Knight Patrol. They are a talented ( their vocals are amazing!) bunch of guys late teens early 20's. For months they were advertising for a bass player 18-22, then the age jumped to 30. When they hit 35 I sent them video (I'll be 55 in June) They immediately got bake to me turns out they are being mentored by a good friend who gave me a big thumbs up. I had one rehearsal with the band and now have two gigs under my belt. On the first gig Micheal Marconi ex Alice Cooper guitarist got up and did two Alice songs with us pretty cool! Right now they are still using the old (young) bass player for some gigs, he goes to college in the fall. Once I'm up to speed on the full show they will cut him lose. They have already asked me to do their studio work :) As for being a full member of the band I told them from the start I'll do it as long as they like but I can understand if they want a young guy. Basically they said if the chemistry is good I'm in. So far it has been great really on and off stage. I don't feel like I'm talking to a bunch of young guys, just musicians and I think they feel the same way, not awkward at all. We had a blast onstage last night. I'm looking forward to the next gig. https://www.facebook.com/pages/Knight-Patrol/137422269658854
That's great news, Scott...
Hope it stays great...
Pat
Thanks! I was with my last band for 13 years. After the liberating euphoria of quitting I suffered through a severe three month depression, I lost a big part of my identity. To be back on stage is like coming home.
It's weird, but being a musician is a big part of ones identity...
If I have a string of gigs that are a hassle, sometimes I think of retiring. I could retire. Some people can't. I have the alternate banjo/country music fetish, also, that is fine just in the backyard alone, so I could retire from rock n roll...
Over the years, the people call me Patman. It's part of who I am...it's not just something I do.
Other than playing music, I'm pretty much a recluse, so playing music gets me out and about, also.
Sweet. Congrats. I bet the fans are cute.
Good for you. You have the right attitude, just take it as it comes. Who knows, it might work out for you long term.
Scott,
I think it's great! - Something new and fun, go for it!
I faced a similar situation this past October, our guitarist of the past 10 years decided to retire from playing - we had to have several band meetings to discuss our future and options.
We decide to audition and after a very disappointing first tryout our second choice proved to be a great fit for us. We were quite fortunate and have been rehearsing like mad, played our first shows last weekend at our fave bar in Pt. Angeles, Wa to sold out crowds each night - total craziness, it's very good to be playing again! ;)
Congrats Scott!
Nice to see you're having fun again on stage.
Congrats, Scott - I hope things work out for you...
- georgestrings
Excellent news...
Marconi played on the LP the original ACG recorded called Battle Axe...
billion dollar babies was the bands name. one lp that was not very good.
Quote from: 4stringer77 on May 25, 2014, 03:42:28 PMI bet the fans are cute.
:mrgreen: ;) 8)
Congrats Scott, have a good time!
Quote from: 4stringer77 on May 25, 2014, 03:42:28 PM
Sweet. Congrats. I bet the fans are cute.
That they are!
I know exactly how you feel/felt, Scott. Been in the laborious process of looking for a new band since last fall. Now have a promising singer and a guitarist - still looking for keyboarder and drummer.
Best of luck with "the kids". Heed your daughter's advice - "no double denim" - and everything will work out.
But Uwe the "double denim" fashion rule only applies to "normal" people. Musicians are exempt( and rightfully so) ;D
If children don't have access to the right records of their parents, long term damage can be disastrous.
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(http://www.covershut.com/back_covers/Status-Quo-Blue-For-You-LP--Back-Cover-32427.jpg)
I SO need a denim vest now!
Quote from: godofthunder on May 25, 2014, 02:16:02 PM
Thanks! I was with my last band for 13 years. After the liberating euphoria of quitting I suffered through a severe three month depression, I lost a big part of my identity. To be back on stage is like coming home.
I know exactly how you felt. Last year I was without a band for most of the year for the first time in nearly 20 years (not the same band the whole time though). I had the same reaction. Now I'm back in two bands and it really feels good.
Playing seems to be an addiction that is hard to get over. :) I guess we all needed a support group. :)
Congrats Scott!
Performing live is quite a joy at this late stage in life for sure and it is addicting.
I always tell audience members complimenting us that "It's the most fun we get to have all week".