I always try to regularly check kexp, they always have such phenomenal artists or all genres. Great sound quality too.
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Stoner/Doom Bassists Thread, Part 90: Maxed Out
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I always try to regularly check kexp, they always have such phenomenal artists or all genres. Great sound quality too.
I really dig the music (and the interview)... If Kowloon Walled City were English and played pop music and listened to even more Jesus Lizard.
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This thing sounds rad from the demos I've heard. Piqued my interest. With an expression pedal it could be a wah killer.
Also, anyone else see this upcoming ehx pedal? Could knock my deluxe bass muff off my board:
Damn, I'm such a ehx fanboy.
What is that thing called? I cant read the logo. It’s worst than a black metal band name font.
That muff looks awesome, the tweakable mids looks like it's connected to a foot switch. I like that idea, you could do momentary tone blasts with insane mids.
I'm holding out opinion on the new Muff until it starts to show up in people's hands. I have the funny feeling we're going to see lots of love and then a massive sell off.
Well, I am thinking about one since I love the Deluxe Bass muff I have, but the HPF/crossover switch is useless. This new one chops that out for tweakable switchable mids. Sounds good to me
The Blurst is great I've had one for awhile. Sounds great with keys too I run my Yamaha Reface YC through it sometimes. It's a very "different" sound great if you're doing psychedelic stuff. I haven't used it with an expression pedal yet though.
Well, with the very unseasonably warm weather here in Detroit Metro we had yesterday, I finally had the chance to strip the finish off that red BC Rich warlock I scored for $20. Was super psyched to find the body was alder and a pretty piece of wood to boot. The maple for the neck had some nice figuring too. Now I just have to sand it to 300 grit or so and start finishing.
For those of us in gigging bands, what kind of things are you doing to book gigs? i.e. are you working with promoters/booking folks, or are you networking with a few other bands, or do you book 2-3 other bands - assemble a bill - and present that to the club/venue etc. etc?
I'm serious about my band gigging starting in January, and the only thing I've done is #3 above - emailing venues through either their booking contact, or their booking entry submission form on their web page. I've basically presented 2-3 bands to them for a full night of entertainment, supplied links, what our crowd/draw might be, etc. As expected, nobody has replied.
I'm serious about my band gigging starting in January, and the only thing I've done is #3 above - emailing venues through either their booking contact, or their booking entry submission form on their web page. I've basically presented 2-3 bands to them for a full night of entertainment, supplied links, what our crowd/draw might be, etc. As expected, nobody has replied.
all 3 really. if you're just starting then a promoter that venues have worked with is a good way to go
Go to venues that book bands who play music similar to yours. Hit up the bands and offer to gig with them, ask who booked their show and contact them too. Usually the booker/promoter is at the show, at least at the end of the night to settle up.
Good luck!
@cornfarmer, everything you and everyone else said...bottom line, it's all about networking. A great band with no charisma or contacts will struggle to escape their basement. Flexibility is big too, especially for the first few months of gigging- set times, bands on the bill, sound systems, days of the week, etc. Don't neglect your DIY spots either!
While I hope it is obvious, a huge shortfall in bands getting shows with other bands is not staying to watch the entire show. It's good for the scene, it gives you something to talk to other bands about, keeps the fans who came to see you around, and shows good will. I know weekday gigs can be rough, but make sure at least a few members from your band represent.
I remember when In the Company of Serpents was coming up, they'd politely ask if they could be added to the front of good bills, usually playing around 8pm. It was a win for everyone. They got to play and network, they brought a few people early who would stick around all night, so the other bands got to play for a few more fans too. Now they are one of Denver's biggest heavy bands (and they recently got a bassist). It seems like from day 1, they've had a rad merch game too.
While I hope it is obvious, a huge shortfall in bands getting shows with other bands is not staying to watch the entire show. It's good for the scene, it gives you something to talk to other bands about, keeps the fans who came to see you around, and shows good will. I know weekday gigs can be rough, but make sure at least a few members from your band represent.
I remember when In the Company of Serpents was coming up, they'd politely ask if they could be added to the front of good bills, usually playing around 8pm. It was a win for everyone. They got to play and network, they brought a few people early who would stick around all night, so the other bands got to play for a few more fans too. Now they are one of Denver's biggest heavy bands (and they recently got a bassist). It seems like from day 1, they've had a rad merch game too.
I'd echo what ever else said. We got on some of our best bills by being known to fill in for ones that dropped out. Luckily none of us had other gigs at the time.
We lucked out because we knew some of the guys/girls in the scene and some of the promotors. We quickly became known as the heavy jams/psych band. A lot of the guys couldn't really describe us outside of just damn good "rock n roll." I was surprised and humbled by it all.
We were really the "musicians band" known by the bands, but not as much by fans until we had done a ton of shows. Hell one of the promotors always called us to get on bills that we didn't really even fit because she loved our music. It was nice to say the least, we were lucky and I can't even recall a time when we actually went out looking for gigs. They just came to us.
Honestly that was like a best case scenario. But it still involved networking. Putting on a good show, bringing new fans, and getting the crowd and other musicians excited really helped too.
We lucked out because we knew some of the guys/girls in the scene and some of the promotors. We quickly became known as the heavy jams/psych band. A lot of the guys couldn't really describe us outside of just damn good "rock n roll." I was surprised and humbled by it all.
We were really the "musicians band" known by the bands, but not as much by fans until we had done a ton of shows. Hell one of the promotors always called us to get on bills that we didn't really even fit because she loved our music. It was nice to say the least, we were lucky and I can't even recall a time when we actually went out looking for gigs. They just came to us.
Honestly that was like a best case scenario. But it still involved networking. Putting on a good show, bringing new fans, and getting the crowd and other musicians excited really helped too.
Hell yeah, I have one of their Leather patches, real nice. They also have rolling papers and they used to have Dab pens I think. Know your audience in Denver I suppose. I still haven't gotten to see them live but I saw their singer with Khemmis performing his Vocals on Three gates.
I envy anyone who’s gotten to see the mighty Khemmis. They are my favorite band that I’ve not seen. Never player here (DFW) as far as I know anyway.
A great way to get gigs is to sideline in a busy band that plays the circuit you want to be on. Be on time, sober, look good and get the job done with respect for the crew, venue, staff and booking agent. Then you've got all the networking you need already done for your main band, and you got paid to do it. Win/win.
Another good way is to take lessons with a bassist that has a lot of gigs. When he can't make a gig, he can recommend you. It probably won't be anything musically heavy, but as long as you're improving as a musician it applies to any style you'll want to play so that's another win/win.
Another good way is to take lessons with a bassist that has a lot of gigs. When he can't make a gig, he can recommend you. It probably won't be anything musically heavy, but as long as you're improving as a musician it applies to any style you'll want to play so that's another win/win.
Does anyone have any recommendations for bands similar to Hyborian, Black Sleep of Kali, Bison, etc? I'm looking for bands that fit under the whole sludge/stoner genre but bring elements from heavy metal, thrash, etc other than just sticking to the classic heavy blues riff pentatonic formula....if that makes sense at all.
