Mr. Nightime Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 There are times when you have a major distraction, making it difficult to play. http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac19/mrnightime/423284_369470073072864_187552491264624_1460830_683367889_n.jpg http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac19/mrnightime/395285_369470126406192_187552491264624_1460832_144131966_n.jpg In this case, since my wife was just out of the picture, and watching intently, I did all I could to ignore her. But, as we all know, sometimes you can't ignore. So, how do you handle this type of ddistraction? "In the beginning, Adam had the blues, 'cause he was lonesome. So God helped him and created woman. Now everybody's got the blues." Willie Dixon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phred Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 That's hilarious. I am not very good at handling distractions like that. Once a woman step onto the stage and started singing a song (a different song to what we were playing at the time) into my ear. I try to ignore, or ask, politely, that they go away. I'm just saying', everyone that confuses correlation with causation eventually ends up dead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Muscara Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 Paging FunkKeyStuff... "I'm so crazy, I don't know this is impossible! Hoo hoo!" - Daffy Duck "The good news is that once you start piano you never have to worry about getting laid again. More time to practice!" - MOI Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ITGITC Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 So, how do you handle this type of ddistraction? You DAWG. Interesting that you wrote "ddistraction", Ronnie. I didn't notice that they were DDs. In fact, if your wife wasn't standing off to the side, would it have been a distraction... or a motivator? I dunno... I would probably say something lewd like, "Hey - my wife is right over there. Wanna join us for a party after the gig?" A wink & a smile are very important here. I mean, Ronnie... You only go 'round once. Er, Good Luck! Tom "Music expresses that which cannot be put into words and that which cannot remain silent." - Victor Hugo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe P Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 Who needs a keytar? Rock on, man! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allan_evett Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 Who needs a keytar? Rock on, man! Some of the best distractions happen while using a keytar.... The trick is to go out on the dance floor with it. My old AX-1 was witness to some crazy moments, many years back. . The AX-7 was about to die of boredom, so I sold it 'Someday, we'll look back on these days and laugh; likely a maniacal laugh from our padded cells, but a laugh nonetheless' - Mr. Boffo. We need a barfing cat emoticon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenS Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 Distractions? I would love it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kanker. Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 Most of the distractions I have to deal with are amplified by Fender A ROMpler is just a polyphonic turntable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
resigned Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 I walk away from any gig that doesn't have room on stage for the keyboards. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EscapeRocks Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 "Distractions" are fun! I've never really had a problem with them. We've been flashed, had bras and panties thrown at us, hot women grind on us on stage, etc. I've been able to keep playing the music whe playing along with the distracters. All part of the show and game Btw. Nice distraction here. Way to go, bro! David Gig Rig:Roland Fantom-08| Yamaha MODX+ 6 | MacBook Pro 14" M1| Mainstage Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CEB Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 Played a strip joint years ago. The drummer was a 20 year old horn dog who I don't think had ever been to a strip joint. Man he sucked that gig. "It doesn't have to be difficult to be cool" - Mitch Towne "A great musician can bring tears to your eyes!!! So can a auto Mechanic." - Stokes Hunt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tobias Åslund Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 I still haven't had any distractions like that... but I still keep my hopes up... Too much stuff, too little time, too few gigs, should spend more time practicing...! 🙄 main instruments: Nord Stage 3 compact, Yamaha CP88, Kurzweil PC4, Viscount KeyB Legend Live Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Nightime Posted May 10, 2012 Author Share Posted May 10, 2012 I walk away from any gig that doesn't have room on stage for the keyboards. This was actually not a gig. I'd stopped playing out for a while because of my wife's illness. I felt it was time to play again, and my wife and I went to see my old buds. Of course, I brought a keyboard and amp. They got me right up, and had me play all night. Afterward, they talked with the club owner, who agreed to pony up some additional cash to pay me the next time, and I officially became a member of the band. I don't mind being on the floor like that. Sometimes it invites just that type of distraction. "In the beginning, Adam had the blues, 'cause he was lonesome. So God helped him and created woman. Now everybody's got the blues." Willie Dixon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sven Golly Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 I walk away from any gig that doesn't have room on stage for the keyboards. Aren't you doing a solo gig most of the time? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fusker Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 I want to be distracted! Steinway L, Yamaha Motif XS-8, NE3 73, Casio PX-5S, iPad, EV ZLX 12-P ZZ(x2), bunch of PA stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobadohshe Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 All I know is that this chick is wearing the cougar UNIFORM. It doesn't get any cougier than that hat. Kawai C-60 Grand Piano : Hammond A-100 : Hammond SK2 : Yamaha CP4 : Yamaha Montage 7 : Moog Sub 37 My latest album: Funky organ, huge horn section https://bobbycressey.bandcamp.com/album/cali-native Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
resigned Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 I walk away from any gig that doesn't have room on stage for the keyboards. This was actually not a gig. I'd stopped playing out for a while because of my wife's illness. I felt it was time to play again, and my wife and I went to see my old buds. Of course, I brought a keyboard and amp. They got me right up, and had me play all night. Afterward, they talked with the club owner, who agreed to pony up some additional cash to pay me the next time, and I officially became a member of the band. I don't mind being on the floor like that. Sometimes it invites just that type of distraction. I'm glad it worked out for you, this time. I stick to my post though - no keyboards off-stage. Drunk dancers, "distractions" possibly with drinks in their hands, etc. means equipment and client liability. Not only can your keyboard (and person) suffer damage but the client can be injured by falling over your gear, even if it's their own stupid fault. And their injuries could wind up being your legal liability. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michelle ggurl Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 Most of the distractions I have to deal with are amplified by Fender Ha ha! Kanker FTW! Original Latin Jazz CD Baby "I am not certain how original my contribution to music is as I am obviously an amateur." Patti Smith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnotherScott Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 If you want to avoid such distractions, play prog rock. Maybe this is the best place for a shameless plug! Our now not-so-new new video at https://youtu.be/3ZRC3b4p4EI is a 40 minute adaptation of T. S. Eliot's "Prufrock" - check it out! And hopefully I'll have something new here this year. ;-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J. Dan Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 You have to make sure you stay completely focussed and professional and don't.... SQUIRREL! What was I saying? Dan Acoustic/Electric stringed instruments ranging from 4 to 230 strings, hammered, picked, fingered, slapped, and plucked. Analog and Digital Electronic instruments, reeds, and throat/mouth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cygnus64 Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 If you want to avoid such distractions, play prog rock. Well played, Sir. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zukskywalker Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 We did a fashion show gig where there was a typical runway in front of the stage. Easy gig and we were playing in the pocket. This one particular model comes out wearing a shawl covering a bathing suit. "Thong" was not yet part of the language and when she dropped that shawl the whole band crashed so badly that the audience thought it was part of the act. Distractions and wives, at gigs, that's the life. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanS Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 All I know is that this chick is wearing the cougar UNIFORM. It doesn't get any cougier than that hat. Cougier? Yeah I like that. I don't see a problem. And let me guess, the line was "Mr Nightime, why don't you tuck me in..." What we record in life, echoes in eternity. MOXF8, Electro 6D, XK1c, Motif XSr, PEKPER, Voyager, Univox MiniKorg. https://www.abandoned-film.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh Paxton Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 So, how do you handle this type of ddistraction? Smart-ass answer #1: Gladly. Smart-ass answer #2: Frequently. Smart-ass answer #3: Usually with only one hand, so I can keep playing with the other. Actual answer: It really is a skill, learning to split your attention to whatever degree you need and/or want to. Obviously I'm a professional at work, so my first priority is to keep the song going. That said, I've learned to say and do quite a lot while one hand robotically holds down half-note open 5ths during "Pour Some Sugar On Me." Sometimes this saying and doing is fun. "Yes, it's fine if you dance up against me like that. Yes, those are nice. And natural you say? Why yes, they do feel like it." Sometimes it's not so fun. "No, sorry, you can't sing. Nope, no touching the keys. Here, let me just take that drink from you and put in my cup holder, which I emptied out at the start of this song specifically for this purpose. Sweetie, I know you're used to getting your way because you're cute, but it's not gonna work with me." (And yes, I really have said that last one, multiple times, sometimes adding "cuter girls than you flirt with me every night" if necessary.) As problems go, it's not a bad one to have. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EscapeRocks Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 FunkKeyStuff: Your entire post David Gig Rig:Roland Fantom-08| Yamaha MODX+ 6 | MacBook Pro 14" M1| Mainstage Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ITGITC Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 You have to make sure you stay completely focussed and professional and don't.... SQUIRREL! What was I saying? Too Funny. "Music expresses that which cannot be put into words and that which cannot remain silent." - Victor Hugo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Real MC Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 If you want to avoid such distractions, play prog rock. That doesn't always work. A professional line dance group walked into our venue and was showing the crowd their stuff as a preview to their big show. We decided to trip them up and I called out Tom Sawyer. See if they can keep up with this one, nyuk nyuk nyuk. To our amazement, they did an impressive job dancing. We should've done Watcher Of The Skies Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanS Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 You have to make sure you stay completely focussed and professional and don't.... SQUIRREL! What was I saying? Too Funny. This, is my drummer. What we record in life, echoes in eternity. MOXF8, Electro 6D, XK1c, Motif XSr, PEKPER, Voyager, Univox MiniKorg. https://www.abandoned-film.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dana. Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 So, how do you handle this type of ddistraction? For cougars, I recommend this: http://www.weaponspecialists.com/files/imagecache/product/files/Tranquilizer_Gun.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Loving Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 What song were you singing when the cougar started up with the entertainment? Good thing your wife was at the gig. That distraction looks like trouble. People should not eff with you while you're singing. That's a pictorial example of why you need to be on stage. I seldom am either and can be a little feisty. Buy that one a shot of Cuervo and introduce her to the drummer. "Forget it, Jake. It's Chinatown." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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