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  1. Girls In Bands

    in Music Discussion

    Posted

    The band I couldn't remember the name of? Hmm.... I dunno it might have been. That sounds vagualy familiar. Did they have a female bassist and drummer?

    Yes it was Battery Living. They had a decent song called 'Pale Violet Lines'. Dunno what happened to em tho.?(

  9. Errr... we need a Bass player too....

    in Musicians

    Posted

    We (The Cobra Kai) are also on the quest to find that elusive of all band members.... the bassist.

    We are currently in the process of writing and developing songs and hope to be gigging by the end of the year.

    Current influences include - Pixies, Smashing Pumpkins & Muse although we all have diverse musical tastes so there will be more influences going forwards.

    One thing we do want to be doing is vocal harmonies so if you can sing then :up:

    Commitment to weekly practice required, also ideally age 25+ male or female.

    Anyone interested fire me a pm.

    However looking at previous 'bass player wanted' posts i wont hold my breath!

    Steve

    'Here endeth the lesson'

  11. Systematic Chaos

    in Music Discussion

    Posted

    Great album in my opinion! :up:

    While "Train of Thought" and "Octavarium" (both of which I really enjoyed) had their own vibe - more metal and more prog, respectively - "Systematic Chaos" showcases, to my mind, all the different facets of the band's sound. Brilliantly so.

    The two parts of "In The Presence Of Enemies" have great instrumental moments, but also some really original melodies for DT, definately something a bit different going on this time round. "Forsaken" is certainly a guilt pleasure, since it sounds like Evanesance with an awesome guitar part, and I personally really enjoyed "Repentence", especially the fuzz bass/mellow guitar interaction in the second half of the track. That said, not a weak track on the album, though some are obviously a lot better than others. The riff from the end of "Dark Eternal Night" still blows me away!

    If you're a DT fan, get it bought! If not, it mind be the album that converts you.

    Agreed. I really enjoyed this one. Images and Words is still my fave DT album tho.....

    Sadly i missed download. must get to Glasgow in October :up:

  12. To all drummers...

    in Musicians' Corner

    Posted

    My current collection:

    Sonor SQ2 maple custom in tiger lacquer finish:

    22x18" bass

    10x9", 12x10" rack toms

    14x14", 16x16" floor toms

    14x5" snare

    Sonor 600 series hardware

    Tama Iron Cobra hi-hat stand

    DW Collectors maple in deep purple lacquer finish (this ones for sale...):

    22x18" BD

    10x9", 12x10" rack toms

    14x12", 16x14" floor toms

    DW 9000 series hardware

    Pearl Eliminator strap-drive double bass pedal

    14x3.5" Premier Modern Classic maple piccolo snare

    14x5.5" Tama Starclassic birch snare

    Pacific 10x5" soprano snare

    Cymbals (all Zildjian):

    14" K Mastersound hats

    13" A Newbeat hats

    16" A Custom crash

    18" A Custom crash

    20" K Custom ride

    16" Oriental china trash

    10" K splash

    Toca mambo bell

    Beyerdynamic Opus mics

    Protection Racket/Hardcase cases

    Vater 5A sticks

    Impressive......most impressive.

  14. To all drummers...

    in Musicians' Corner

    Posted

    Howdy folks.

    This is just me being a little nosy. Im wandering what everyone's set up is.

    I been out of the game for a few years and am just getting back into playing.

    I bought my kit in 1996 and in the last 11 years it has probably graced most stages in Aberdeen!

    Its a Premier XPK. 20" Bass Drum, 12" & 13" Toms, 16" Floor Tom and 14" Snare.

    The only drum i have needed to replace is the snare. I got a Pearl steel snare.

    I did have the Mapex Janus System Hi-hat/Double Bass pedals. I think they had some kind of design flaw as mine never really worked that well. Anyway i have caniballised this and two old pedals to make a new double kick pedal.

    And now to cymbals. I guess everyone has their own opinions / favourites.

    When i bought my kit i bought Sabian AA Regulat Hats and a AA 16" Bright Crash. Shortly after that i added a AA 20" Rock Ride. These are excellent cymbals and still sound as good today as they did then! I have had a couple of 18" crash cymbals, but in order to save cash i bought from cheaper ranges (B8 Pro) and ultimately payed more as they have cracked and died.

    I have just added a Sabian AA 16" Rocktagon and next on my list is a !8" Medium Crash (and im tempted to go all out and buy a Hand Hamered one).

    What are other peoples cymbal preferences?!?

    Finally. Sticks.

    It occurs to me that i have never really put that much tought into my choice of drumsticks. 'Thick ones that won't break easily' seemed to be the order of the day. I was using Vic Firth 2Bs back in my PsychoAgogo and Dos Dedos days.

    What kinda sticks are you guys using? And where do people fall on the nylon or wood tip question.

    Sorry if this post seems like mindless drivel. Im just interested in what other drummers are using. Besides, no-one talks to drummers so we may as well speak to each other!

    Ta ta for now!

    Steve

    'Here endeth the lesson'

    P.S. How good were Reel Big Fish on Thurs!!!!!!!!!

  22. Deadloss Superstar

    in Krakatoa

    Posted

    A one-off Dos Dedos reunion gig? I'd pay to see that :popcorn:

    (provided it was Ross on bass and not me, or I'd probably be too busy playing bass to watch) :up:

    This was discussed over a year ago but we never got it together.

    And speaking of Ross, where is the bugger these days?!?

    If you read this Mr Morrison get in touch!

    Steve

    'Here endeth the lesson'

  24. Rehearsing in Aberdeen

    in Music Discussion

    Posted

    Hey all.

    What are the rehearsal studios in Aberdeen like these days?

    As i remember the options used to be Captain Toms, The Foyer or the new place built at the back of Atmosphere Lighting & Sound (Musical Vision or something). There were also various lock ups rented by local bands.

    So what has changed? Are these still the places to go or are there any new places?

    Steve

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  25. Amadeus

    in Other Clubs & Venues

    Posted

    Alright you bugger? I haven't seen you round these parts in a while!

    Alright mate.

    Yes i have been away for some time. Haven't hit a drum in anger in many months.

    And as i sit with Dream Theater's 'Pull me Under' blaring from my 7.1 surround sound speaker system i find that i once again have a desire to create and play some 'RAWK'. :rockon:

    Perhaps you could teach me to play Bass.........:headbang:

    Steve dosdedos :woohoo:

    'Here endeth the lesson'

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