Interviewing Bassists Stories part 2

[LSquared]

Tell you what Brian, I'll commit to a 1 year subscription to your magazine when I see a feature article on Tom, this thread, and its results after Ghosts and Ballyhoo comes out.

Be sure to post here when it's published!

BTW, Tom, I'm the father of a 2-year-old, so my time to read books is almost non-existent. Nevertheless, I just finished In Cold Sweat in less than 2 weeks! Release Ghosts on schedule and I may actually be able to say I read two books this year!

Me too!

 

[Hankenstein]

Me too!

Knock your self out. BP has moved on since Tom moved on and I have found it to be a very useful and informative publication of late. My playing has improved because of the information, exercises, and lessons in the mag. If you don't want that info, fine with me.

I've followed this thread from the beginning and have loved reading it and I can't wait for the book but I'm not going to let Tom's experience keep me from what I need and I'm sure Tom wouldn't want that to happen either.

Suit yourselves.

 

[Arthritic_Tom]

Knock your self out. BP has moved on since Tom moved on and I have found it to be a very useful and informative publication of late. My playing has improved because of the information, exercises, and lessons in the mag. If you don't want that info, fine with me.

I've followed this thread from the beginning and have loved reading it and I can't wait for the book but I'm not going to let Tom's experience keep me from what I need and I'm sure Tom wouldn't want that to happen either.

Suit yourselves.

I bear no grudge against Bass Player. I'm not even angry at the two editors who destroyed my career, because if they hadn't done so, I would never have written this memoir, which is the best piece of work I've ever created.

Bryan Beller pointed out in the other thread that his experience was entirely different from mine, and I agreed with him. I made it a point after that to not slag the magazine, and I don't slag the magazine in my memoir.

I haven't read Bass Player since 2003, and I don't plan on reading it now, but that's only because my interests have changed. I can't play bass anymore, and I've now written everything I want to about music. I still enjoy listening to music, but I'm done with music journalism, the way I'm done with military history.

If you find Bass Player useful and enjoyable, God bless you. Never let anyone else's opinion of something change your own opinion. Follow your heart, and you'll do fine.

Begorrah.

 

[Hankenstein]

I bear no grudge against Bass Player. I'm not even angry at the two editors who destroyed my career, because if they hadn't done so, I would never have written this memoir, which is the best piece of work I've ever created.

Bryan Beller pointed out in the other thread that his experience was entirely different from mine, and I agreed with him. I made it a point after that to not slag the magazine, and I don't slag the magazine in my memoir.

I haven't read Bass Player since 2003, and I don't plan on reading it now, but that's only because my interests have changed. I can't play bass anymore, and I've now written everything I want to about music. I still enjoy listening to music, but I'm done with music journalism, the way I'm done with military history.

If you find Bass Player useful and enjoyable, God bless you. Never let anyone else's opinion of something change your own opinion. Follow your heart, and you'll do fine.

Begorrah.

Amen to that, bro. Can't wait for your book!

 

[professor_bills]

So I ended up having to buy in cold sweat have read most of it in two or three days. Gotta work you know. Some real interesting stuff. I did run into a problem where part of Casale's interview reappeared in Scott,s interview which threw me for a loop. I bought the kindle version. I really liked Casale's outlook on de-evolution. I never knew that about Devo.
I also like Scott's response about not being able to slap. I have never slapped and it was encouraging to hear some one else doesn't. Especially someone who played with the great Zappa. I still have few chapters or more to go but thought I would stop in here and catch the latest.
I like that your interviews don't dwell on the typical gear heador life on the road asrock star stuff.
BTW Tom I read you were a Zepplin and Yes fan in your younger days did you ever interview John Paul or Chris? And do you have any anecdotes regarding them

 

[BluesOnBass]

So I ended up having to buy in cold sweat have read most of it in two or three days. Gotta work you know. Some real interesting stuff. I did run into a problem where part of Casale's interview reappeared in Scott,s interview which threw me for a loop. I bought the kindle version.

That happened to me on my Kindle version too. I thought I might have just gotten a bad download, but see I'm not the only one. I wonder if anyone got a Kindle version that didn't have the mix-up? I'd like to get the right version from Amazon to see what I missed! In mine, it seemed like parts were missing from the Casale interview.

 

[Kitsapbass]

Tom - I'm afraid it may be in strorage...sorry, I can probably get down there this weekend.

 

[NicJimBass]

I remember seeing an ad for "In Cold Sweat" in Bass Player, years ago, and finding the subject matter fascinating. I kept a lookout for the book at my local library in the years following. I'm kinda old-school, in that I embrace technology, but not fully, so while I have internet access 24/7, I still find the concept of buying or reading books online somewhat far-fetched. Regardless, after being completely mesmerized by the stories in this thread, I decided it was very much time to buy the book. I only just started reading it, but I have to say Tom, there is something about your writing that captivates me. It's very easy to read, yet allows me to fully immerse myself in the stories, as if I am reading about myself. I don't know what kind of voodoo you are working, but keep it up! Very much looking forward to the new book!

 

[Arthritic_Tom]

Tom - I'm afraid it may be in strorage...sorry, I can probably get down there this weekend.

That's okay. My deadline is August 31. Plenty of time.

 

[Arthritic_Tom]

Regardless, after being completely mesmerized by the stories in this thread, I decided it was very much time to buy the book. I only just started reading it, but I have to say Tom, there is something about your writing that captivates me. It's very easy to read, yet allows me to fully immerse myself in the stories, as if I am reading about myself. I don't know what kind of voodoo you are working, but keep it up! Very much looking forward to the new book!

The best possible thing a writer can hear. Thank you.

My voodoo is to respect the potential reader and to try not to shove my own fat face into yours, yelling, "See? See? Isn't this great? Aren't I cool?"

 

[CraigTB]

That happened to me on my Kindle version too. I thought I might have just gotten a bad download, but see I'm not the only one. I wonder if anyone got a Kindle version that didn't have the mix-up? I'd like to get the right version from Amazon to see what I missed! In mine, it seemed like parts were missing from the Casale interview.

Yep, happened to me too. Thought I was losing my mind for a minute there.

 

[Brian Fox]

Tom,

January 2002 was the final issue with your name on the masthead.

As for Andy West, January '96 and June '00 are the only stories of yours I see in our database. I had the pleasure of talking to Andy for a transcription I did of "Refried Funky Chicken" in July '08. Great guy, monster player!

 

[jmorbita]

what an incredible thread... I'm subscribing!

 

[Kitsapbass]

Tom,

January 2002 was the final issue with your name on the masthead.

As for Andy West, January '96 and June '00 are the only stories of yours I see in our database. I had the pleasure of talking to Andy for a transcription I did of "Refried Funky Chicken" in July '08. Great guy, monster player!

Crap. I got beaten to it. I went to storage after rehearsal last night. Brian's right. Sorry it took so long...

 

[Arthritic_Tom]

Tom,

January 2002 was the final issue with your name on the masthead.

As for Andy West, January '96 and June '00 are the only stories of yours I see in our database. I had the pleasure of talking to Andy for a transcription I did of "Refried Funky Chicken" in July '08. Great guy, monster player!

Thanks, Brian. I figured that's when I asked for my name to be taken off. I appreciate your help.

Andy is terrific, and he has the honor of being the last musician I interviewed.

The article was never published, even though the Bass Player editor at the time had approved it.

 

[Arthritic_Tom]

I just finished Ghosts and Ballyhoo. This is the final table of contents:

Introduction

Anthology One: Prelude to Essence. 1962-1985

Interlude with Scott Thunes: Music

Anthology Two: First Light. 1985-1991

Interlude with Scott Thunes: Zappa

Anthology Three: Beginnings and Annihilation. 1992-1995

Interlude with Scott Thunes: Rock

Anthology Four: Summit. 1996-1997

Interlude with Scott Thunes: Bass

Anthology Five: Wasteland. 1998-2003

Interlude with Scott Thunes: Communication

Anthology Six: Abyss. 2003-2011

Interlude with Scott Thunes: Happiness

Anthology Seven: The Great Un-haunting. 2012

Lessons Learned

Codas

Bibliography

Index

Scott Thunes is currently reading the Interludes to approve them. When he's done, the book will be ready to send to the publisher.

In the first thread, I wrote of the most shameful episode of my career, interviewing a bassist who was manager of a music studio. Her article was killed for no reason and she was so upset she cried.

Well, I did something I never thought I'd have the balls to do: I contacted her and received her permission to use her name and photo in the book.

Her name is Anne Kadrovich, and she played in the bands Sissy Bar and Tuscaurora. She's the final ghost to release me.

I'm very grateful.

The only thing left is to get a couple of photos. I have three months until the deadline, so that should give the photographers enough effing time, although it's no guarantee.

This is my LAST nonfiction project, guys. It's absolute hell relying on others to fulfill their obligations.

Thanks for your support. Your book will be available in the fall.

 

[Stumbo]

Thanks, Tom.

Great that you're working so well again.

Best of luck on your future projects.

 

[Arthritic_Tom]

Thanks, Tom.

Great that you're working so well again.

Best of luck on your future projects.

Thanks very much. I appreciate it.

I need a friend of mine in Arizona to e-mail me. I had a hard-drive crash that destroyed all my e-mails, so I lost your address. I was without my computer for ten days.

If you're reading this, drop me a line. We need to re-establish contact.

 

[jtkennedy9]

Just got done reading In Cold Sweat...great book! Two of my favorite bassists (Gene Simmons and Peter Hook), great interviews...Love Devo, another awesome interview...was never a big Zappa fan, almost skipped Scott Thunes interview, but am very glad I didn't...this was the best interview of the book, an interview that made you think. Jumped on YouTube to watch Scott, and was very impressed by his playing, and by his interview....This is now one of my fav books! Can't wait to read the new one!

 

[Downlowd]

I just finished Ghosts and Ballyhoo. This is the final table of contents:

Introduction

Anthology One: Prelude to Essence. 1962-1985

Interlude with Scott Thunes: Music

Anthology Two: First Light. 1985-1991

Interlude with Scott Thunes: Zappa

Anthology Three: Beginnings and Annihilation. 1992-1995

Interlude with Scott Thunes: Rock

Anthology Four: Summit. 1996-1997

Interlude with Scott Thunes: Bass

Anthology Five: Wasteland. 1998-2003

Interlude with Scott Thunes: Communication

Anthology Six: Abyss. 2003-2011

Interlude with Scott Thunes: Happiness

Anthology Seven: The Great Un-haunting. 2012

Lessons Learned

Codas

Bibliography

Index

Scott Thunes is currently reading the Interludes to approve them. When he's done, the book will be ready to send to the publisher.

In the first thread, I wrote of the most shameful episode of my career, interviewing a bassist who was manager of a music studio. Her article was killed for no reason and she was so upset she cried.

Well, I did something I never thought I'd have the balls to do: I contacted her and received her permission to use her name and photo in the book.

Her name is Anne Kadrovich, and she played in the bands Sissy Bar and Tuscaurora. She's the final ghost to release me.

I'm very grateful.

The only thing left is to get a couple of photos. I have three months until the deadline, so that should give the photographers enough effing time, although it's no guarantee.

This is my LAST nonfiction project, guys. It's absolute hell relying on others to fulfill their obligations.

Thanks for your support. Your book will be available in the fall.

Congrats Tom...It is good to see you rise up above your life's negativity and triumph over it. I bet you are walking a little taller! You should be proud of yourself. I can't wait to read it.