J. Dan Posted May 28, 2012 Share Posted May 28, 2012 Many of you guys know a lot about me from me spilling my guts on a few emotional occasions. Nutshell - quit a lucrative 80s band, joined a classic rock band....went from every fri/sat to one gig booked at this point - mostly for my kids (time) now that I'm divorced. So that's the cliff notes. Unexpected side plot: Some of you followed my brother's passing this last february. He succombed to aclohalism. He was 14 yrs older than me and I followed in his footsteps in many ways. I bought my first synth (a Korg polysix) from him when he upgraded to a DW8000. He used to lug around a hammond, Rhodes suitcase, etc. The band used a UHaul. Anyway, I digress.... The point is, I used to play 80s. My brother was still doing covers in the early 80s and played some of that stuff. But the classic rock my new band plays would have been right up his alley. I REALLY wish he was here to get his feedback...I'd love to know what he thinks. I'm sure he'll somehow be watching my first gig with them, and I hope he's proud. (I would include my dad, but unless I'm doing big band, he would think anything I do is just noise:) ) 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...
Steve Force Posted May 28, 2012 Share Posted May 28, 2012 Nice post, Dan. As I get more into music/pro audio electronics I think of my Dad (who was an automotive electronics engineer at GM)and wish he was here to help me. The stuff he talked about when I was a kid is starting to make sense to me all of these years later. Well, at least we had these people in our lives. RIP all. Steve Force, Durham, North Carolina -------- My Professional Websites Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J. Dan Posted May 28, 2012 Author Share Posted May 28, 2012 Nice post, Dan. Thanks Steve....and since you're in the same time zone as me, it begs the question..Why are you up? I'm up cause I have the kids and am having people over today. Side note...if I was still in the old band, I would have had a gig. REALLY missing the money (just had to put cable on the credit card so as not to be embarrassed when my guests come over by it being shut off), but GOD it has been great this weekend to experience my daughter's first bike ride without training wheels and be able to prep the house for guests tomorrrow! Things that would have NEVER happened before! 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...
Steve Force Posted May 28, 2012 Share Posted May 28, 2012 Actually Michigan is Eastern time zone. I get a lot done early morning--most productive. I guess I am a morning person. Money opportunities come and go--seeing your children growing up is a very fleeting opportunity, one that cannot be repeated. Enjoy it! Steve Force, Durham, North Carolina -------- My Professional Websites Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J. Dan Posted May 28, 2012 Author Share Posted May 28, 2012 Weird that you're eastern.. aren't you pretty much due north of me? Anyway, thanks Steve. I've enjoyed our online friendship not only on here, but on FB, and hope we can meet face to face sometime. I used to make it to Detroit from time to time, but now I mostly head out west (colorado mostly). 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...
Steve Force Posted May 28, 2012 Share Posted May 28, 2012 Weird that you're eastern.. aren't you pretty much due north of me? Anyway, thanks Steve. I've enjoyed our online friendship not only on here, but on FB, and hope we can meet face to face sometime. I used to make it to Detroit from time to time, but now I mostly head out west (colorado mostly). Meet we will. Steve Force, Durham, North Carolina -------- My Professional Websites Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Muscara Posted May 28, 2012 Share Posted May 28, 2012 When I lived in MI, my friends and family on the East Coast were always surprised when I said, no, I'm in the same time zone as you. MI and IN are the furthest west in that zone. Being that far west (and north, probably) in that time zone always threw me off, especially in winter. Dan, that's a bummer, but good that you had him in your life. It's a shame when people die from that sort of thing. Your story reminds me a bit of Gregg Allman, whose autobio I just finished. Not a day goes by when he doesn't think of Duane. He also sees a lot of Duane in Derek Trucks, and wonders if that's him reincarnated. You guys are lucky. My big sister is 12 years older than me, but we're very different. I love her and we get along, we just have different opinions and interests. It's kind of similar with me and my parents. Dad and I didn't get along most of the time, and even as adults, we fought a lot. The last time I saw him alive, we fought. Mom is very quiet. My point in all this is to say that if you've had a loved one that you lost and were close to, it is sad that they're gone, but I encourage you to relish the fact that you had them in your life. I hope that makes sense. "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...
KeyMoe Posted May 28, 2012 Share Posted May 28, 2012 Dan, great post! As I mainly read and occasionally contribute to the forum, I want to say that I always looked forward to reading your posts. Being in the business for nearly 35 years I could directly relate to much of the drama, fun and odd experiences you typically wrote about. It would trigger many of the memories I had over the many years of playing. I also used your set lists and video as an example to my band mates as ideas of what we should be doing and a level of professionalism needed to be successful. Not knowing it, but you have been a huge help and inspiration over the years!!! I hope we some day can meet as well...... You rock!!!! Montage 7, Mojo 61, PC-3, XK-3c Pro, Kronos 88, Hammond SK-1, Motif XF- 7, Hammond SK-2, Roland FR-1, FR-18, Hammond B3 - Blond, Hammond BV -Cherry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iconoclast Posted May 28, 2012 Share Posted May 28, 2012 Almost every day I practice on the Yamaha Grand that was my mother's. I still remember the last time I played for her on it, not knowing that it would be the last time. Ironically, the first guitar I ever gigged on first belonged to my father although he could barely play. Not a religious person, but I'm sure they not only would he be proud of you, he was proud of you before he left us. You want me to start this song too slow or too fast? Forte7, Nord Stage 3, XK3c, OB-6, Arturia Collection, Mainstage, MotionSound KBR3D. A bunch of MusicMan Guitars, Line6 stuff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stillplaying Posted May 29, 2012 Share Posted May 29, 2012 Dan - post a set list for us all to have a nosey at. (and good luck on your new venture) I'm the piano player "off of" Borrowed Books. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Muscara Posted May 29, 2012 Share Posted May 29, 2012 Dan - post a set list for us all to have a nosey at. He did, at least somewhat, in this thread. "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...
HammondDave Posted May 29, 2012 Share Posted May 29, 2012 Dan - post a set list for us all to have a nosey at. He did, at least somewhat, in this thread. Keep up the great spirit, Dan! It's funny regarding classic rock cover bands. It all depends on what part of the country you are in. My best friend is the drummer of a great classic rock cover band in Miami, and they play all the time, at least three times a week at large and small venues, and they have been doing it for 15 years! Here is a link to one of their recent performances. [video:youtube] Anyway, when I came out to Los Angeles in the late 90's, I joined a classic rock band called Studebaker Hawk. We were the house band for Arrow 95 Fm radio station. We played all the time, including some really large stadium shows supporting classic rock acts like Steve Miller, Fleetwood Mac, REO Speedwagon, etc... After a few years we couldn't get arrested! Sure we played some local rock clubs, but the whole Classic Rock scene in LA fell into the basement, and I don't think its ever recovered. So I guess its just depends on where you live and how popular classic rock is. '55 and '59 B3's; Leslies 147, 122, 21H; MODX 7+; NUMA Piano X 88; Motif XS7; Mellotrons M300 and M400; Wurlitzer 200; Gibson G101; Vox Continental; Mojo 61; Launchkey 88 Mk III; Korg Module Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Loving Posted May 29, 2012 Share Posted May 29, 2012 Great version of one of my Dan favorites "Forget it, Jake. It's Chinatown." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stillplaying Posted May 29, 2012 Share Posted May 29, 2012 Dan - post a set list for us all to have a nosey at. He did, at least somewhat, in this thread. Cheers Joe. I'm the piano player "off of" Borrowed Books. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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