Another gem from South Florida. They want a top level pro to make 100% commitment for a hobby band of old guys to play classic rock and blues once or twice a month with what sounds like a dictatorial BL.
Also slightly OT down here the same people run the same ads day after day after day. Do they just not get the hint or are they hoping to trip across the one person that doesn't realize why no one else wants to hire you.
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SEMI PROS need Bass with vocals for Classic Rock / Blues (Broward)
First of all if you answered this ad previously and did not fit the caliber of musician we asked for before, please do not waste your precious time trying, you must fit this bands requests. Sorry if we could not use you but I have always had this level of quality, band before, and my fans expect the same again.
We are (Semi) Professionals Musicians and you are too. We will be out playing 2-3 times a month and this is not our full time job, the same as you. We have a lead guitarist already but need a truly talented bass player with vocals. You must be able to sing leads in about 1/4 of the songs. IF YOU are unable to sing leads then please do NOT answer this ad. We all sing lead and backup and as such, you will too. We do Classic Rock and Rock Blues like it should be done. You feel the same way. We like to have the music and the band tight and not go off and wander around jamming for ten minutes and having the fans wish it was over already. We do NOT sound or look like a Garage band, and you feel the same way. We believe in using practice time to actually get the songs right and NOT use that time as a drinking party or drug fest.
We practice the song till it is right and not accept crap or do it half fast, and you feel the same way. We want a band that people want to actually stay the night to hear, and would want to hear and see us again and again, that is how you feel too.
Now this is where it all counts. You like being part of a winning team. You desire to play and stay in one band for the long term. You do not like drama and you leave your ego at home, except for your musical talents. You want to be a REAL part of the band, be able to voice your thoughts, and not be just any old bass player the band latched on to.We do not drink during practice or at a gig until it is over for the night, the same as you. Our stage appearance and look is always professional and does not look like we are at a beach party. Most important of all is that you realize you are being paid for your talent and professionalism and understand the customers and especially the owners deserve the best.
You have the desire to be known for your true talent and your exceptional ability as a musician and vocals too. You have the right musical equipment, bass guitar, amp. When you perform on stage you enjoy the music and are truly alive and actually move instead of looking like a stuffed scarecrow mounted on a post.
I am in charge of the business end, and the type of music we play, you are in charge of all the musical aspects of every song so it is done right no if's and or buts. Of course you can bring in songs to do as long as it fits the Classic Rock and Rock Blues Genre we do. In other words, no wimpy sh*t. Sorry we do not and will not do any other styles of music be it country or Reggae.
Our old fans loved the, Cream, Allman, Brothers, Black Sabbath, Trower, Humble Pie, Buddy Guy, James Gang, BTO, Heavier Rolling Stones, Bad Co, Led Zeppelin and Rush and Grand Funk when they made great music in the earlier part of their career.
If you can do Rush then you really belong in this band but if not and you are into the other bands mentioned respond to me. We have our practice location in the Pompano area. Our age is older but not old farts. If this ad speaks to you, then you want and need to be part of this endeavor, so send me your specific info, experience, songs you really really like to do, where you are located, and age and phone number and any videos showing us your talent including especially your vocals if able to.
We intend to play at least 2 - 3 times per month and not in any of the sh*t holes either. This is not a garage band and we will not go out playing like one either. We are (semi) professional so you expect the best because we do too and so does our fans. Sorry to sound so strict but we have been around for a long time and had enough of the Wannabe's, because they just come and go and are never remembered..
Thanks for reading this and sorry to be so strict but this is how my bands succeeded in the past and it will again with you in it.
