cybersnyder said:Not sure what's funnier, the letter or that people are taking it seriously.
I've had some weird requests in my day. Nothing quite like this, but I see something like this being possible
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A Letter from Bridezilla's parents
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I've had some weird requests in my day. Nothing quite like this, but I see something like this being possible
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I'm starting to agree with cybersnyder, I thought it could only be taken as a joke, but I guess if I thought back over the last 28 years that I've been gigging and came up with a "All-Star Team" of ridiculous requests and demands, it might come close.............
Clearly that letter is a joke. It is a combination a wierd and outrageous requests heard by someone creative enough to compile it into one funny letter. Musicians can sympathize because they have heard these types of silly requests before.
I attended a wedding before where the band almost quit before the reception even started. Why? Because the bride's father insisted that his 14 year old son and his band be allowed to play, using the professional's instruments, during breaks. He neglected to inform the band of this dealbreaker until right before the reception. When the band told the father that the kids couldn't use their instruments, he informed them that their paycheck depended on this requirement. Needless to say, the band started packing up. Only a few smart-thinking relatives were able to keep them from leaving by reasoning with the father to keep him from ruining his daughter's wedding. The musicians played and got paid, but they took their instruments (including the drummer's throne) off the stage during both breaks. The kids went home and got their own instruments to play their punk-esque tribute to marriage. Quite inspiring.
I attended a wedding before where the band almost quit before the reception even started. Why? Because the bride's father insisted that his 14 year old son and his band be allowed to play, using the professional's instruments, during breaks. He neglected to inform the band of this dealbreaker until right before the reception. When the band told the father that the kids couldn't use their instruments, he informed them that their paycheck depended on this requirement. Needless to say, the band started packing up. Only a few smart-thinking relatives were able to keep them from leaving by reasoning with the father to keep him from ruining his daughter's wedding. The musicians played and got paid, but they took their instruments (including the drummer's throne) off the stage during both breaks. The kids went home and got their own instruments to play their punk-esque tribute to marriage. Quite inspiring.
I would do anything, even learn a new set list.
But im not gonna do anything for that low amount of money, i mean what could you do with that money. i live in England so $50 converts to around £30, i could buy a game or 2 cd's lol, so my four hours slaving away would be for nothing lol.
But im not gonna do anything for that low amount of money, i mean what could you do with that money. i live in England so $50 converts to around £30, i could buy a game or 2 cd's lol, so my four hours slaving away would be for nothing lol.
clockworkwar said:
Try 6 hours or longer you have to be there 2 hours early just to set up so all your stuff will be out of sight before the guests arrive!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
invader3k said:
Oh, it was. They really focused on the "til death do us part" section of the vows. Luckily, there was so much screaming, jumping around and guitar thrashing, that it was difficult to pick out the words. The theme seemed to be "you screwed up and got married, but don't worry, you'll be dead soon."
Ah, to be 14 again. I heard the poor lad refer to it several times as their first gig.
Bwwwwwwhahahahahahaahhahahahaahhaa
That is damn funny.
They left the bring your own generator part as we shall not be covering the electricity you use.
That is damn funny.
They left the bring your own generator part as we shall not be covering the electricity you use.
Tell the bird/bloke whose wedding it is and tell them to sort their folks out...or else it'll be half again or double money per man per hour with stupid requests like that...
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invader3k said:
Yeah, the letter is a joke, something I received via email this AM from another musician friend (a drummer, insert joke here ), but it hit home so hard I just HAD to share it w/ you guys!
he he ye tell them that surcumstances have changed, well make something up to get something out of them lol
mimaz said:Yeah, the letter is a joke, something I received via email this AM from another musician friend (a drummer, insert joke here ), but it hit home so hard I just HAD to share it w/ you guys!
Crazy fool ,lol.
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I've seen this one before. http://www.talkbass.com/forum/showthread.php?t=55537
I like this phrase from the last one:
Depending on the outcome we'll certainly be happy to recommend your band to our friends. We'll have your check for the fee of $250 (minus our expenses in contacting you of $12.50 ) by the end of next month: we're a little short as the young lady doing the balloon arch wanted her $1,850 in advance and the DJ had to be paid up front his $2,500 as normal. Our daughter assured us that your love of music was greater than your need for money, and that you would welcome the exposure you would get from playing this wedding.
I like this phrase from the last one:
Depending on the outcome we'll certainly be happy to recommend your band to our friends. We'll have your check for the fee of $250 (minus our expenses in contacting you of $12.50 ) by the end of next month: we're a little short as the young lady doing the balloon arch wanted her $1,850 in advance and the DJ had to be paid up front his $2,500 as normal. Our daughter assured us that your love of music was greater than your need for money, and that you would welcome the exposure you would get from playing this wedding.
"speaking of which, we forgot. No, you'll just have to do with the outside. oh, and get all that clumsy gear out as well...just make sure to press the amps up against the window, but make sure you don't play TOO loud, it'd be DREADFUL to have to pay for a broken window"Trevorus said:
Your forgot one thing. "Please don't allow any of your equipment on the dance floor. We have provided a spacious 6' by 6' area for your 7pc band (with drums, upright bass, keyboard, and full PA). It is located in the corner between the 2 potted trees."
Band: "Look, they provided a drum riser."
Wedding coordinator: "That's the stage."
Band: "Look, they provided a drum riser."
Wedding coordinator: "That's the stage."
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if i was in your band i wouldnt play that for less then like 200 each. thats rediculious. if your going to be that perticular you need to compensate for it
