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fretless99 + Musician in Burlington, ON

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SEEKING

Band to Join, Vocalist, Vocalist - Baritone, Vocalist - Tenor, Vocalist - Soprano, Rhythm Guitar, Lead Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, Drums, Saxophone, Keyboard, Background Singer, Harmonica.

ABOUT

Looking for very good, and solid, players

My name is Robert. I live in Burlington, Ontario, and I am a long-time resident here. I have been playing bass for a very long time; 35 years and counting. Nothing really fancy, people; I am just a solid rock bassist. I can also sing a little; both lead and harmonies. I play many genres of music; but my main interest, my main love, is classic rock. I like power trios, as I love a good challenge; a larger band can be fun, too......power trios are great, IF you have the right chemistry happening.
It is my goal to work with a cover band who realizes that stage presence is a huge part of any live show. I don't want to play with a bunch of shoe-gazers, as energy is key. I believe that you need to give your fans something to look at. A band doesn't have to have matching suits, or provide choreography, to be entertaining and interesting. I am looking for professional, accomplished and mature players to work with.
I own, and use, pro-quality gear. I run my Ibanez and other basses through a 400 watt amp. I have a fair amount of recording experience, and have experience in sound reinforcement and lighting, as well. I am reliable, easygoing, and I don't have a huge ego. I am a good, solid player, and I take direction and constructive criticism well. My philosophy is that music just HAS to be fun (if it is to be worthwhile doing), and a great sense of humor goes a long way.

Thanks for reading my novel :).... Give me a shout, folks!!
Please contact me at: rsears at cogeco.ca.
Thank you.
Robert

Screen name:
fretless99
Member since:
Jul 08 2008
Active over 1 month ago
Level of commitment:
Very Committed
Years playing music:
35
Gigs played:
Over 100
Tend to practice:
2-3 times per week
Available to gig:
2-3 nights a week
Most available:
Days

Influences

Beatles, Cream, The Who, The Guess Who, Elvis Costello, Rush, CCR, Stones, David Wilcox, Talking Heads, Bad Company, The Stones, The Tragically Hip, The Eagles, April Wine, Nickleback, Neil Young, REM, Metallica, Black Sabbath,, R & B/Motown, some punk, a little reggae, MANY more; I am very open-minded and I listen to a very wide range of music. I LOVE different styles.

Instrument experience:

Bass Guitar:
Advanced
Vocalist:
Moderate
Vocalist - Baritone:
Moderate
Background Singer:
Moderate

EQUIPMENT

1988 Ibanez SDGR 1000 active bass (top of the line-nice!)
Dillion Ric 4001-'inspired' bass (passive/non-stereo)
Gallien-Krueger 800RB head, 300 watts
Fender 410 PRO cab w/ attenuated horn, 500 watts
Yorkville 410 cab w/ attenuated horn, 400 watts
Digitech BP80 multi effects pedal
Professional quality mic and boom stand
Yorkville wedge floor monitor
Kazoo :)
Great attitude

MUSIC