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Club Sadowsky!!!

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roadkill2309 said:
A good match for me, then. I'd like to be able to swing serious chops into play once in a blue moon, but as I've developed as a player over the past couple of decades, my appreciation for a solid groove has completely overtaken the love I used to have for overplayed bass parts.
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+1 It all comes down to maturing as a player. It looks like the majority all feels the same way.
Including the boss!
 
#26,209
I started "simpling it up" some years ago when I took up double bass, and just plain ole couldn't play as many notes any more.
I've sort of taken that as a challenge at points: how few notes does it take convey what you want to say?
I've also noticed playing less almost always sounds better in the studio.

And: there are plenty of times I feel lucky to find "one" and just play in time at all;)


LizzyD said:
I can say that I've had a number of comments from various people I've worked with that they much prefer my solid holdin'-it-down style to the flashy players. So that makes me feel good. There's just something about making that bass and kick drum connection that's so deeply satisfying, especially on a big system. Soundguys like that too, it's easier on their subwoofers when the bass and kick aren't flamming! :ninja:
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Sadowsky said:
It took me many years to realize that my instruments appeal primarily to "groove" players rather than soloists. It is also where my heart is, as evidenced by the fact that I have never had any desire to build 6 string basses. But I still think one who holds down the bottom is worthy of camera time! ;)

I love you all.....

Roger
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You'd better let Tal in on the secret.
 
#26,213
LizzyD said:
The keys are canned, along with percussion and other effects, and the drummer has a click. And we aren't ashamed to admit it either. One less person to audition/hire/pay/make room for on stage. ;)
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Nothin wrong with that. I just think it looks very strange. but the ppl dancing probably have no idea that the keyboard isnt really playing on stage. I would think that there would be talented Key players just waiting for a chance to play with a band that does a bunch of POP/Dance music. It could add more vocals if you found the right key player that sings. I am sure you guys have this figured out and dont need my help.
 
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LizzyD said:
The keys are canned, along with percussion and other effects, and the drummer has a click. And we aren't ashamed to admit it either. One less person to audition/hire/pay/make room for on stage. ;)
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Lizzie

I was in a band with canned keys for years (13 actually!) It's totally acceptable in that space.

It was great because it allowed us to also add additional vox or harmonies where we needed them plus horn parts that we otherwise wouldn't have had.

It worked great in a cover band / top 40 setting.

I've actually gotten to a place where I've become kind of tired of that scene and have stepped away from it. But that approach is totally valid in that cover band scene.

You guys sound great BTW!
 
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I was in a high end booteek music store in Ft Lauderdale years ago when I was starting to play bass. This cat walks in, plays bass like Yngwie Marcus Miller Malmsteem. When he leaves the bass salesperson who plays a ton of local gigs says to me "yes, he can play his arse off. But he never gets a gig because he always overplays."



That's all I have to say at 2:16 am.
 
#26,217
NOLA Bass said:
Can someone explain to me why these refs just stare at pile after fumble?

Meanwhile, this is so disastrous I am numb.
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My condolences. :( I had no dog in the fight, but the Niners have enough rings already... and I still think NOLA is owed some good karma after Katrina.



On a brighter note, I'll say it again: Roger and crew have made me a very happy bass player, and I will always be grateful!
 
#26,218
Had my 1st gig last nite with my new Metro WL. Small club, tiny stage, jammed right up against my rig. I was told by a drummer friend and another bass player in attendance, that the Bass sounded great! To me, it played great and felt (in the chest) great! I'll have to wait for another venue to really get to hear it! I was, however, inspired enough by the feel to play better and stretch out a bit. I was smiling all night.
 
#26,219
Fuzzbass said:
My condolences. :( I had no dog in the fight, but the Niners have enough rings already... and I still think NOLA is owed some good karma after Katrina.

On a brighter note, I'll say it again: Roger and crew have made me a very happy bass player, and I will always be grateful!
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Guys, so sorry. Obviously meant for the OT playoffs thread!
 
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LizzyD said:
The keys are canned, along with percussion and other effects, and the drummer has a click. And we aren't ashamed to admit it either. One less person to audition/hire/pay/make room for on stage. ;)
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It's also a matter of sounds/frequencies. My corporate band is a 14 piece and we still run sequences. We're essentially "competing" against DJs so we need to sound as big as a modern club recording when it comes to the dance stuff. There's nothing worse than coming on after a DJ and sounding like a 90 pound weakling by comparison. :)
 

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