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EddiePlaysBass

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  • Birthday 05/20/1981

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    http://www.dustydollar.be
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    Belgium

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  1. Well, in short: we called it quits. Both the drummer and guitarist said they are not very actively pursuing music right now and want to focus on other things. Guess I will be looking for new musicians soon, then. But first, a bit of soul searching and woodshedding is in order. Let this sink in a bit, and see where I want to go next.
  2. The guitarist just opened the discussion via group app: "What're we gonna do, everyone still up for it?" Drummer replied that he likes the current low-stress, low-expectations setting. Singer replied with: "Good question..." I have yet to reply. Gonna think about this a bit first.
  3. A (long) while ago, I started a band with some friends. Initially we had our mind made up about playing hard rock and metal covers but it quickly morphed into bluesy americana with some rockabilly influences. There was a good bit of jamming within the songs we covered, and i enjoyed it immensely. We booked some small gigs to get our feet wet, and got good responses. Two things happened next: first our singer decided we should start playing his (boring) originals, which did nothing to broaden our audience. Then Covid, of course. The singer has started a different (originals) project, but despite a handful of rehearsals earlier this year, nothing has happened since the beginning of July. And I find myself not caring a lot. I don't miss the guys, don't miss the music, don't miss the non-existent gigs. While I still very much enjoy playing bass, I feel zero need to do it in that particular setting, and judging by the lack of action on our group chat, no one else seems keen on getting together again either.
  4. Very nice, thanks for sharing! A friend recently brought the Tiny Desk concerts to my attention. I love em!
  5. He is still active in music, and on Facebook. While I absolutely love Gary Thain, I think Paul's jazzy contributions to Heep's early sound is too often overlooked.
  6. Very sad to hear. I have many good memories of his stories and tips. We were not friends but he took the time to reply to my private messages and explain things (which he probably explained many times before). He was truly a legend, and will live on in our collective memories.
  7. No practical experience to offer, but I am tempted to get one myaelf, some day. Let us know if you bought it, and whether you like it!
  8. A belated happy birthday, and congrats re: the new bass!
  9. For years, I would put "learn Beatles songs" on this list. A few weeks ago I was approached by a guitarist, to start a Beatles cover (not tribute) band... I love the irony!! Been playing a lot of uke, lately. Love it. There's no yoga classes, but I try and maintain my 3x/week running schedule. Slowly building up to half-marathon distance again. I got time...
  10. Hi All!! In previous years I would link back to the earlier thread but it seems I broke my own tradition in 2020, so I will start afresh... What are your resolutions for 2021? Mine are diverse... So in no particular order: * focus on playing the blues - really, and I mean REALLY dive deep into it; * apply pentatonics in a musical way, and perhaps play a solo or two on bass; * start an additional band, preferably a blues trio where i will share vocal duties; * practice the ukulele more - I have so much fun playing it, it's a shame I don't do it more (or better). On the non-musical front, there's: * train for a full marathon (I ran 2 half-marathons in one week earlier this year, but training towards it was brutal and I overreached a bit, so I will rethink my training schedule and take it easier); * go to yoga class weekly / meditate more; * finalize a very specific event of which I best speak later - it is at the same time a sad event, and something which opens new opportunities. More on this once it u folds, I promise. Anyone wanna play?
  11. Ha! Just the other day I was thinking of TShakaz, and how he was once robbed of a (brand-new?) bass. Steinberger I believe? Things here are ... different. I will try and drop in more often, cos I do love this place for all it brought me
  12. I was gonna chime in with a "sorry for your loss" but I make it a point to always read the entire thread first. Good thing I did It reminds me that another rule has always been: "Check the date".
  13. Hm, that IS kind of spendy... Been focusing on bass again, lately. My teacher has me practicing walking bass, and in a way that I kind of understand where I am going with it (pun intended) but needless to say progress is slow. I do look forward to incorporating this style or playing into my upright playing, but wirh the second Covid wave hitting Belgium, there won't be any uke gatherings soon.
  14. @jcadmus, what is that thing? It's funny, I never actually practice on the upright, I just wing it and get by fine with this crew. But I think after the Covid lockdown I will incorporate upright into my schedule. Right now, I am having tons of fun playing the uke. Bought a book with uke arrangements of Beatles songs from one Fred Sokolow, and it's turning into one helluva ride!
  15. Wow, suddenly it hits home, in a way. I didn't know Orlando, and I don't really know you, Flem, but do know I am baffled and sad to read this. My condolences to all concerned.
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