but I've been so determined and dedicated to the guitar these last 2 years. I've been playing for longer, but not as serious as I should. But these last two years I have practiced with determination and dedication and I am ripping out some cool stuff. This morning was awesome. I can really see major improvements in my fretting, plucking, slapping, popping and peddle usage. Im really proud of myself. I hope this doesnt sound conceited. :unsure:
I dont mean to brag...
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You Stuck Up Bastard. :jk Congrats Bro.:rockon:
Sparkey Duck
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Congrats... There is nothing more satisfying that learning something really good on the whi-tar, or bass. It's not showing off, it's more a feeling of pride. I'm not much into bass, but when I learned Pulling Teeth by 'tallica, I think every one I'd ever met knew about it
What kind of stuff have you been learning?
What kind of stuff have you been learning?
Not any covers. I just been working on my own songs. My technique. Running through scales, working on my fretting and stuff. The basics. I listen to music for inspiration, but I didnt want to learn covers so my music would be mine and not influenced. Ya know?
Sparkey Duck
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Yeah, that's a really good way to go. I went the opposite way and learned by others, I've got so many other peoples bad habbits that it's hard to get rid of 
Dont have the equipment. But I plan on getting a band together when I get out to Texas, so demo is on the horizon.
Sparkey Duck
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Make sure you don't get an egotistical band leader. I once sacked sacked 7 bassists in a two year period. I think that the bass is such an important part, people don't give it enough credit. Good luck with the band thing though, it's SOOO much fun
Make sure you don't get an egotistical band leader. I once sacked sacked 7 bassists in a two year period. I think that the bass is such an important part, people don't give it enough credit. Good luck with the band thing though, it's SOOO much fun
I was in a band in from middle school through High School called South Masonic. I was pretty much the band leader. Set us up a bank accound. Stashed cash for stings, heads, chords, cybals..etc. And a bass player doesnt sit in the background when he gets his slap on! LOL
Sparkey Duck
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Bank account... err. yeah, I did that.. kinda. I used to get paid and then go back back when someone else was on and ask for the money a second time... It all went on booze, it all went down the pan. When I think of it, I'm the worst person in the world to run a band. I just love the feeling of being on stage.
You know, I like putting on a show too. But my favorite thing, is going to guitar center, picking up a bass and wailing in front of people. I get a nice little gathering. Reason I like this more, is cause I may inspire someone to pick up an instrument. I think everyone should play an instrument. Its a really good escape from all the bullshit.
Sparkey Duck
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To inspire, you hit the nail on the head. That's why I teach guitar and bass. There is something special about inspiring someone to learn something new.
Though I did get kicked out of a guitar shop once for playing Sesame Street ... slight return
Though I did get kicked out of a guitar shop once for playing Sesame Street ... slight return
Sparkey Duck
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I'd love to learn the black and whites, but I leave them be. I see them as special, as I have no idea how to play them. When I hear a pop song I break it down, name the chords, name the key and the likes, when I hear piano I hear beauty...
That whole paragraph makes me seem such a pansy...
That whole paragraph makes me seem such a pansy...
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