viejid Posted October 9, 2004 Share Posted October 9, 2004 I finally realized that i need to quit my band... Does anyone have any idea on what's the best way of breakig the news to them? We've been playing together for like a year and a half, and i dont think this band is going the same direction i want to go, and i dont think that is going to change.... is that a good enough quitting line? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raven Posted October 10, 2004 Share Posted October 10, 2004 You've been with this band for a year and a half, so I'm assuming you're all friends by now. Be honest. If you and they are going in different directions it won't work in the long run anyway and problems are going to arise. Better to leave and let them find someone more appropriate to their musical direction, and you can find what you want. If you're gigging regularly, you should offer to stay on until they can get a replacement broken in, anything less would be unprofessional... set a time limit tho.... 2-3 weeks should be more than reasonable. The main thing is to try and keep it from getting personal.... it would be a shame to trash friendships over a band. Best of luck... BCR's homepage Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ATM Posted October 10, 2004 Share Posted October 10, 2004 Here, here. ATM http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v506/atmofmn/Bass/DeepThoughtsBS.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveC Posted October 10, 2004 Share Posted October 10, 2004 Well said, Raven. I agree. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moot Posted October 10, 2004 Share Posted October 10, 2004 Raven nailed it. By all means, stay professional. Where I come from you don't burn musical bridges - the community is just too small and word gets around fast. But also, where I come from, we are just as likely to say "You guys suck and you make me suck. I quit." "He is to music what Stevie Wonder is to photography." getz76 I have nothing nice to say so . . . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dhurstlmt Posted October 10, 2004 Share Posted October 10, 2004 I had several smarty responses, but after reading Raven's post I just can't bring myself to share them. Great advice, Raven Let your speech be better than silence, or be silent. For those who believe, no explanation is necessary. For those who do not, none will suffice. "Rindase!" "Rendirme? Que se rinda su abuela, *#@!^$" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike H. Posted October 10, 2004 Share Posted October 10, 2004 I guess I would pick a date that you will officially be done with the band and help them find a new bass player if possible. Try to end things on a positive note. http://www.identity5.net Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tedster Posted October 10, 2004 Share Posted October 10, 2004 Jump off the tour bus, Gus... Make a new plan, Stan, Drop off the key, Lee OW! Hey, I was kidding! OUCH! Stop throwing that stuff! "Cisco Kid, was a friend of mine" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Force Posted October 10, 2004 Share Posted October 10, 2004 Do it with class, style, and elan. Steve Force, Durham, North Carolina -------- My Professional Websites Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tarkus Posted October 11, 2004 Share Posted October 11, 2004 "Screw you guys, I'm outta here." Cartman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveC Posted October 11, 2004 Share Posted October 11, 2004 I believe the quote is: "Screw you guys, I'm goin' home." or the abreviated version "Screw, home." I watch way too much SP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
viejid Posted October 11, 2004 Author Share Posted October 11, 2004 Originally posted by SteveC: I believe the quote is: "Screw you guys, I'm goin' home." or the abreviated version "Screw, home." I watch way too much SP. That was my original thought Thanks for the input people... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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