Recent content by BassDestruction

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    Audition Red Flag Time Again

    Also, about the red flags... 1. They send you a set list. You show up and any song you call out, they don't know. Usually with the excuse being that it's a song they did a long time ago, or one they are wanting to learn. 2. Non-essential band members (keys, horns, etc.) not seeing it as being...
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    Audition Red Flag Time Again

    I had this conversation with an "artist" that felt it made him more real not to worry about the money. After all, he was an artist! Did I mention he was doing bar cover tunes? Anyway...My patented line in those situations when money comes up is, "I'm not talking about (my) motivation. I'm...
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    Funny post on Craigslist

    [Invalid or Expired Link Removed] "We are a local rock band known as ALADDIN'S CASTLE, that has played at many places, but have gotten sickened by the sounds coming from the bass section. Our grandpa of a bass player cannot seem to keep up with the youthful music we strive to...
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    Drum Poacher on CL- Would You Consider Calling Him?

    I still don't see what the issues are?....Why would it be taken down? What, is everyone supposed to stay in the same band forever? None of you have ever left to better yourselves and went to another, more popular band (or for more $$$). Just like any other job, I would do it (and have) &...
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    Drum Poacher on CL- Would You Consider Calling Him?

    The ad just re-posted: [Invalid or Expired Link Removed] Very interesting...Huh?
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    Drum Poacher on CL- Would You Consider Calling Him?

    First, I have to ask...Why be on CL reading ads for drummers unless you're looking? I agree with the positive attitude thing. But I think most of us have had to deal with clueless posters on musician sites (bands and individuals). It's easy to become somewhat jaded and want to cut right through...
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    Drum Poacher on CL- Would You Consider Calling Him?

    It's cool to see that the majority of you get it. I think the ones that have a problem with this ad are telling on themselves. You more-than-likely don't have the experience to understand what's being said. Sorry, I guess I hurt your feelings like he/she did?!? It IS show business and there...