Recent content by banyaksuka

Yes, they sound like children trying to be men. Suria

I'm not sure this "cutting through the mix" stuff has much to do with the bass you are playing. Probably the result of a bad sound technician, poor amps, poor microphones, etc.

I think a Fender-P is the sort of go to bass, much like a strat for guitarists. Personally, I think Fender has damaged both their image and credibility with all this "made is usa", "made in mexico", made in japan", not to mention all the squire stuff. While they certainly sell more guitars, if...

I know this post was meant in humour, but anyone can sing the blues. Doesn't matter if you're 16 or 116, if you play it with feeling, all that other stuff doesn't matter. The blues is just a form of music. You either play it well or badly, just like country, jazz, or any other form of music...

Yeah, you got to jazz it up, that's true. You can play 12 bar, 12 bar w/ a quick change, 16 bars, and of course you have to do songs in different keys (audiences do notice). So like the man said, jazz it up a bit, listen to some of the classic blues albums to get some ideas. Clapton's "Layla"...

You should jump at taking lessons, nothing will help you improve more quickly. As for the band, I guess it depends how good they are. But if you put in the practise, I'm betting you'll be ready. It's not a bad way to start, playing in a jazz band. Go for it.

Hi, at your age I very much doubt you have CTS, especially since you've only been playing for such short time. I wouldn't worry too much about the pain, probably just muscle strain. In the future though, you should always take a break after 30 minutes. Just stop for 5 minutes, shake and...