Honesty is key - Craigslist ad

[jobu3]

I wish this was a local ad for a drummer.

 

[gln1955]

This is exactly what most CL bands turn out to be. He's just being up front about it. I've connected with some really good players on CL, but it takes time and patience. This guy is not wasting the time of people looking for pro-level players. I hope he finds whats he wants.

 

[DrThumpenstein]

We all have different definitions of fun. To me fun is playing with top shelf musicians who know the music and put out a tight, professional project. To some fun is getting drunk and doing more talking and drinking than playing. Nothing wrong with either, just make sure you’re with like minded people.

And there you have it. Sounds like truth in advertising, something you don’t typically see on CL.

 

[InhumanResource]

Personally I can't imagine why anyone (besides beginners) would respond to that ad.

I can! I bet it stays a bunch of folks who play just fine and don’t take themselves seriously enough to make things a pain.

 

[Ric5]

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Bass player for garage band

I’m a half ass bass player with half ass equipment, looking for other half ass player to create some half ass music. I’ve played in pretty good bar bands. I’ve played in really good garage bands. I’m not looking for the drama or the egos that come with playing out. I just wanna have some fun

I am in a similar situation, except I have pro equipment and pro skills, but I am disillusioned about bar gigs, the money is worse than minimum wage, the hours are bad, the bars are filthy, the drunks want to hear freebird, and I hate wearing masks for long periods of time ... So a garage / basement band that plays summer parties, does recordings, and makes videos would be my dream band in 2021.

 

[btmpancake]

It might be a trap. Beware. The guy maybe a monster or have better chops than he advertise. He could have lighten up some by saying ' no pros' or intermediate is great. I've seen some badass cats downplay their skills. I use to do it too when I was younger.

 

[Joebone]

2 Half assed players should make some whole ass music. Can't wait for the album to drop.

...but only if the butt cheeks are complementary. Otherwise, we might see the debut of "Two Left Butts..."

 

[LeSonyr]

Really? First thing that comes to my mind is that band will be awesome. Fun minus drama, garage band. So basically The Ramones?

Actually, The Ramones were chock full of drama. It began when Johnny stole Joey's girlfriend. For most of the life of the band, Joey and Johnny rarely spoke. Plus, by all accounts, Johnny was extremely difficult to deal with.

 

[matthewbrown]

I'd be down for that! In fact lets just ditch practice and go fishing

It's better to have a friend with a boat than have a boat, in any case.

 

[cheapbasslovin]

Some guys want to go golfing on Saturday morning, some guys want to jam in a half assed band. Good for this dude for knowing who he is.

 

[Nev375]

I'd respond to an ad like that. At least a phone call and investigate a little deeper. Lord knows all the ultra serious "must have pro gear, we have plans to tour and major label interest" ads turned out to be the complete opposite of what was advertised. Maybe this is the same.

 

[cheapbasslovin]

I'd respond to an ad like that. At least a phone call and investigate a little deeper. Lord knows all the ultra serious "must have pro gear, we have plans to tour and major label interest" ads turned out to be the complete opposite of what was advertised. Maybe this is the same.

At the least it's a low-ego dude looking to make music fun.

 

[brianrost]

I aspire to reach that level.

I remember when I was at that exact level...1978, in my friend Don's garage.

Lots of fun playing with people who were just glad that someone owned a bass

 

[lfmn16]

And there you have it. Sounds like truth in advertising, something you don’t typically see on CL.

Wait, people lie on CL????

 

[2F/2F]

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Bass player for garage band

I’m a half ass bass player with half ass equipment, looking for other half ass player to create some half ass music. I’ve played in pretty good bar bands. I’ve played in really good garage bands. I’m not looking for the drama or the egos that come with playing out. I just wanna have some fun

Been there for 13 years with my current group. When you find it, don't let it go!

 

[monkeyland]

It's better to have a friend with a boat than have a boat, in any case.

Absolutely although here in southwest florida you have to have something. I opt for no motor maintenance and no carbon footprint

 

[Robot.G]

Personally I can't imagine why anyone (besides beginners) would respond to that ad.

And now we have a very good example of what that musician was trying to avoid with their post.

 

[vvvmmm]

I would absolutely answer that ad, and I laugh at those who are too good for it - are you jobbers when you're not in a band?

Here's mine, for another laugh:

Old man rock band or jam

2 older guys who can do guitars and bass and vox looking for a drummer and possibly a bass or guitar or keys player for jams, mebbe a band, and recording originals.

We do not have space for a full on acoustic kit, but can jam cocktail or electric in a small living room.

Happy to use your space!

We are vax'd, and want you to be.

We are following up with a cuppla people who responded, but we do wanna get moving ...

I go by "mick", and if we have met before, that's cool, and now you know.

 

[Michedelic]

I can’t help but think that this will be what it turns into...

 

[Pdaddy1978]

Are you sure Paul Westerberg didn't place this ad?....