ha ha faa_Q Posted May 23, 2001 Share Posted May 23, 2001 Hey everyone - Despite the fact that I've been digesting the priceless information in this forum, I've been a relatively quiet participant in this group. This is something that I have to share, though - I just quit my corporate job to go on the road with a band. I'm nervous as hell at the thought of not having something as cushy as a corporate salary (I'm also thrilled that I no longer have to abide by their ludicrous standards and unethical behavior). Nonetheless, the musicians I'm playing with are some of the best I have ever played with, whose talents in many ways stretch far beyond mine. The exposure I'll get from this group astounds me (in June we open for John Scofield - yikes!) and will also make me a better musician. Wish me luck - my fingers and toes are all crossed. -- Jimmy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CraigLeyhFrameBand.com Posted May 23, 2001 Share Posted May 23, 2001 Congratulations! Have a great time. And don't worry things always work out. Good Luck! ------------------ Thank you, Craig S. Leyh CraigLeyh@FrameBand.com Keep It Low! Thank you, Craig S. Leyh CraigLeyh@NVSMedia.com Keep It Low! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b3wiz Posted May 23, 2001 Share Posted May 23, 2001 Jimmy, congrats, man. I've been laboring over a similar decision so I know it's a scary situation. Just remember that it's still the real world and there will be hurdles along the way, but, that in know way means it was a mistake. Roll with them and don't look back. Best wishes and keep us posted. John http://www.musicplayer.com/ubb/smile.gif Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anderton Posted May 23, 2001 Share Posted May 23, 2001 >>I'm nervous as hell at the thought of not having something as cushy as a corporate salary << What's happiness worth? Also, remember that perseverence furthers. There will be many times you'll think you made the wrong decision. But 10 years from now, there will be no doubt in your mind that you made the right decision. Craig Anderton Educational site: http://www.craiganderton.org Music: http://www.youtube.com/thecraiganderton Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/craig_anderton Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobro Posted May 23, 2001 Share Posted May 23, 2001 Naked you come in to this world and naked you leave. Might as well get naked, body and soul, in between. -CB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chip McDonald Posted May 24, 2001 Share Posted May 24, 2001 Originally posted by Jimmy Foster: I just quit my corporate job to go on the road with a band Yeah! Probably got a lot of quizzical looks from the guys in the office, huh? this group astounds me (in June we open for John Scofield - yikes!) and will also make me a better musician. So how does one find such a gig in which one opens for Scofield? ------------------ New and Improved Music Soon: http://www.mp3.com/chipmcdonald Guitar Lessons in Augusta Georgia: www.chipmcdonald.com Eccentric blog: https://chipmcdonaldblog.blogspot.com/ / "big ass windbag" - Bruce Swedien Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ha ha faa_Q Posted May 24, 2001 Author Share Posted May 24, 2001 Originally posted by Chip McDonald: Yeah! Probably got a lot of quizzical looks from the guys in the office, huh? this group astounds me (in June we open for John Scofield - yikes!) and will also make me a better musician. So how does one find such a gig in which one opens for Scofield? The gig just sorta fell into my lap. I got the gig the same day that Dr. Dan (the guy I'm playing with) hired me. Dan did an album with Scofield not long ago, and a mutual friend who is a promoter for the hall we're playing in set up the gig. He also mentioned that we were opening for Derek Trucks in August and another band called Project Z, which feature some of the best players in the Atlanta area, several times in June. -- Jimmy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hippie Posted May 24, 2001 Share Posted May 24, 2001 I made a similar decision back in '86. I quit my comfy job and did the full time band thing. I did it for 4 years and had the best freaking time of my life! We did not become hedonistic rock stars are planned, but we had one hell of a good time, and I never regretted doing it. It made me a much better player from doing it day in and day out, and when I did return to the "corporate world", I felt OK about it. Here are some tips I learned: 1. Don't party too much. 2. A lot of women is not necessarily a good thing. http://www.musicplayer.com/ubb/smile.gif 3. Get paid up front. 4. Only do gigs that will get you better gigs. 5. Be absent during set-up & break-down, or hire roadies. Good luck, -Hippie In two days, it won't matter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rold Posted May 24, 2001 Share Posted May 24, 2001 Hi Jimmy: If nothing else, have a blast! I was on the road a lot a decade ago, and loved it, despite its hardships, etc. Hours and hours of driving lying on top of the gear with my nose pressed against the roof of the van, etc...in retrospect, despite not much $$ and creature comforts, it was an experience I would never have given up! And, yes, many women are not necessarily good... http://www.musicplayer.com/ubb/biggrin.gif Best of luck and have a great time! Rold meh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mats Olsson. Posted May 24, 2001 Share Posted May 24, 2001 Good luck with your new career!, it is always a smart thing to grab a chance to do what you _really_ want to do - or else you might regret it deeply later on. I know a guy that was a CEO at a medium sized company, he got fed up and quit to go on the road with a traveling carnival (!). Today he is happier than ever, and he knows who's his real friends are - turned out that many of his old "friends" where just butt-kissers. So much for "real" jobs. Listen to your heart! /Mats http://www.lexam.net/peter/carnut/man.gif What do we want? Procrastination! When do we want it? Later! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alndln Posted May 24, 2001 Share Posted May 24, 2001 Just watchout for the Junkfood/Alchohol trap,it'll come back to bite you a few years down the road. "A Robot Playing Trumpet Blows" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F7sound - Posted May 24, 2001 Share Posted May 24, 2001 Best of luck Jimmy! Michael Oster F7 Sound and Vision http://www.f7sound.com Michael Oster F7 Sound and Vision http://www.F7sound.com http://www.regurgitron.com http://www.LaptopNoise.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KenElevenShadows Posted May 24, 2001 Share Posted May 24, 2001 Cool! Best of luck!! I hope it works out for the best! Ken Ken Lee Photography - photos and books Eleven Shadows ambient music The Mercury Seven-cool spacey music Linktree to various sites Instagram Nightaxians Video Podcast Eleven Shadows website Ken Lee Photography Pinterest Page Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kris Posted May 24, 2001 Share Posted May 24, 2001 Hey man , I love Dr. Dan and have worked/partied with him a bunch in Tallahassee. What do you play? ps for those that don't know, Dr. Dan (and crew) is a bad ass funky keys/clav/moog etc. player and his show is a must see. Kris My Band: http://www.fullblackout.com UPDATED!!! Fairly regularly these days... http://www.logcabinmusic.com updated 11/9/04 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gus Lozada Posted May 25, 2001 Share Posted May 25, 2001 GOOD LUCK !! Keep us informed... I wish I could do the same soon... http://www.musicplayer.com/ubb/wink.gif GusTraX@yahoo.com Músico, Productor, Ingeniero, Tecnólogo Senior Product Manager, América Latina y Caribe - PreSonus at Fender Musical Instruments Company Instagram: guslozada Facebook: Lozada - Música y Tecnología www.guslozada.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ha ha faa_Q Posted May 25, 2001 Author Share Posted May 25, 2001 Originally posted by Kris: Hey man , I love Dr. Dan and have worked/partied with him a bunch in Tallahassee. What do you play? ps for those that don't know, Dr. Dan (and crew) is a bad ass funky keys/clav/moog etc. player and his show is a must see. Hi Kris! I'm the bassist in the group. We'll be back at Tallahassee at Potbellies on Friday, June 22. Thanx for the props as well! -- Jimmy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chip McDonald Posted May 25, 2001 Share Posted May 25, 2001 Originally posted by Jimmy Foster: He also mentioned that we were opening for Derek Trucks in August and another band called Project Z, which feature some of the best players in the Atlanta area, several times in June. Are you going to be playing in Atlanta? ------------------ New and Improved Music Soon: http://www.mp3.com/chipmcdonald Guitar Lessons in Augusta Georgia: www.chipmcdonald.com Eccentric blog: https://chipmcdonaldblog.blogspot.com/ / "big ass windbag" - Bruce Swedien Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philip OKeefe Posted May 25, 2001 Share Posted May 25, 2001 Follow your heart, not your wallet. Best of luck to you Jimmy! Phil O'Keefe Sound Sanctuary Recording Riverside CA http://members.aol.com/ssanctuary/index.html pokeefe777@msn.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duhduh Posted May 25, 2001 Share Posted May 25, 2001 A wise man once told me: You never get ahead in life without taking chances. "Meat is the only thing you need beside beer! Big hunks of meat and BEER!!...Lots of freakin' BEER." "Hey, I'm not Jesus Christ, I can't turn water into wine. The best I can do is turn beer into urine." Zakk Wylde http://www.hepcnet.net/bbssmilies/super.gif http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/15_1_109.gif Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ha ha faa_Q Posted May 25, 2001 Author Share Posted May 25, 2001 Originally posted by Chip McDonald: Are you going to be playing in Atlanta? Hi Chip - We have three shows in Atlanta in June - Saturday, June 2 at the Roxy with Project Z Saturday, June 16 at Earthlink Live (formerly Atlanta Center Stage) with John Scofield Saturday, June 30 at Smith's Olde Bar -- Jimmy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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