I'm going to try to put together a small hobby project to play some local places on the weekends/holidays, so I wrote this ad. Since it's so long and I haven't looked at the costs of posting it or the character limits if free; I'll probably just set it up as a web page of some sort and actually post just a short ad directing them to the page.
What I'm looking for from you guys is things like:
*does anything in the ad "invite" dumbasses, losers, liars, and deadbeats specifically;
*have I contradicted myself anywhere;
*am I clear in what I'm looking for and what I plan to produce?
*Anything else you recommend
Looking to start a band; mainly covers of classic rock, some 80's metal, and a lotta 90's alt rock. Am also very open to collaborating on originals; but the focus of the "official" band will be covers. I use the term 'official' loosely, as this will be a hobby band; but it will be the most serious hobby band you've ever seen. Any applicants need to have a real job; as I've no intention of taking on the pressures of trying to make a living out of this, or being a part of someone else trying to make a living from it. This band will be fun; when it stops being fun, we're done.
I expect at least one rehearsal a week; more likely two; and expect to be rehearsing several months before even attempting to book. One thing I do not want to do is get out in front of people and not be ready. As I said; it will be a hobby - but a most serious one. This isn't a jam group, experimental project, beginner's course, or karoake.
While I do have everything a band could possibly need; I do expect that if you apply, you have your own instrument and way to transport it. I have a really hard time believing you can wail on the drums if you don't even own a kit, see what I'm sayin'? I've owned a kit for several years, and I suck playing drums. So don't even... That being said; as far as rehearsals go, if we rehearse here at my home studio the drummer will be more than welcome to use my kit instead of hauling her/his own back and forth or having to leave it here. Just be equipped to haul your kit out to the venue or to our studio (I have a truck and trailer to haul everything from here).
I can rudimentarily play everything, but my instrument of choice is guitar. I usually would rather play rhythm or "second" (for harmonies) guitar, and throw out a lead every now and then; but that's not set in stone at this point. If we find two guitarists that really click great playing together; I'd be more than happy to jump over on bass or even keyboard. I'm waiting to see what caliber of guitarists respond before I say "need one guitarist" or "need one lead player". Ideally, we find one lead guitarist, one bass player; and I'll be on the other guitar.
Needed also is a singer. Hopefully one who responds plays and sings. If you're a singer only, be advised you'll be the 'front man' by default; and we are looking to put on a highly energetic and engaging show, so ya can't just stand there and do faces. : ) All the members should be able to use a mic; whether it's for backups, a song you can sing well, or just audience engagement. We want to be flamboyant, interactive, and memorable; we don't want regular-dressed Joes nonchalantly standing in one spot all night focused entirely on the necks of their guitars. People can LISTEN to music at home. Out at a venue; they've come to SEE you. Give them something to watch!
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