Members DarkCide Posted January 25, 2008 Members Share Posted January 25, 2008 I've been trying to put a line up (trio) together for more than a year and I've had very little success. Most people who contact me either disappear after a few emails or are not technically capable. I've posted ads on craigs list and myspace but it seems like New Jersey, especially the Central area is dead when it comes to metal. The style of music is Thrashy, Melodic and slightly atmospheric. Here's the ad I've been posting. Any suggestions on how to get better responses would be appreciated. "Looking for a drummer, bassist and keys player who are technically and musically competent for a metal band.The music is heavy and melodic. It also combines thrash influences along with modern epic sounds.Influences include: Opeth, Kreator, Testament, Overkill, Candlemass, Samael, Orphanage, Children of Bodom, Carcass and Coroner.Seeking musicians with a professional attitude. No alcoholics or substance abusers. I have my own pro gear, means for transportation and I expect you to have the same.The plans are to complete writing the original material, record then play live.Check out myspace.com/cideband --> "Cide Medley" for a sample.Please include links to your samples or music in your email." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members SevenString Posted January 25, 2008 Members Share Posted January 25, 2008 That's too bad that you can't get any traction. My favorite VERY technical metal band is from Jersey, and I thought there was a little bit of a scene there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members DarkCide Posted January 25, 2008 Author Members Share Posted January 25, 2008 Symphony X? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members SevenString Posted January 25, 2008 Members Share Posted January 25, 2008 Symphony X? Bingo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members bluesymetal Posted January 25, 2008 Members Share Posted January 25, 2008 keep looking dude, I'm in the trenton area... I've meet plenty of technically capable guys. I've been in a lamb of god / soilwork type band myself. I'm not doing the metal thing much anymore, more of an AIC/GNR vibe. They ARE hard to find but there. Look in the monroe/ brunswicks area. Theres a bit of a scene there. Look to PA too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members DarkCide Posted January 26, 2008 Author Members Share Posted January 26, 2008 I saw Symphony X a few months ago. They were crazy good. I'm sure there are some good musicians out there. Not easy to find. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members exafro Posted January 26, 2008 Members Share Posted January 26, 2008 I think you are being too specific with your ad. You can try the old school way and just go to shows or look around on myspace for metalheads in your area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members DarkCide Posted January 26, 2008 Author Members Share Posted January 26, 2008 Too specific in terms of what? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members SevenString Posted January 26, 2008 Members Share Posted January 26, 2008 Too specific in terms of what?"Technically and Musically competent" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members DarkCide Posted January 26, 2008 Author Members Share Posted January 26, 2008 Could it be this: "No alcoholics or substance abusers? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members exafro Posted January 26, 2008 Members Share Posted January 26, 2008 I gotta be honest, take out the musical competency thing and the alcohol/substance thing to get people to respond. Then when they do, ask them those questions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members guidedbyechoes Posted January 26, 2008 Members Share Posted January 26, 2008 These are some of the better muscians from my area besides my buddy Gizzi.http://www.myspace.com/thebeholdermetal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members DarkCide Posted January 27, 2008 Author Members Share Posted January 27, 2008 bump Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members JesterRace51 Posted January 28, 2008 Members Share Posted January 28, 2008 Lol. When you say metal, and "no alcoholics or substance abusers" you're {censored}ing yourself. I know it's in good taste, but there's just not many of us who are straight edge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members exafro Posted January 28, 2008 Members Share Posted January 28, 2008 Lol. When you say metal, and "no alcoholics or substance abusers" you're {censored}ing yourself. I know it's in good taste, but there's just not many of us who are straight edge. I don't read it that way, I think he's trying to weed out the worthless losers who'll steal your gear or {censored} you over by not getting to gigs/practice. For me alcohol and weed are one thing, but I will never be in a band with anyone who does coke, heroin, pills etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members DarkCide Posted January 28, 2008 Author Members Share Posted January 28, 2008 I'm pretty far from being straight edge. Not even close. But as exafro said, I'm simply trying to weed out ultra losers who are f*cked up somehow. It's not that metal attracts that kind of crowd, but musicians in general have that kind of tendencies. Metal just amplifies it and takes it to a new level. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Chrisjd Posted January 28, 2008 Members Share Posted January 28, 2008 heres a list of some good ones...http://www.barstoolsports.com/article/new_jersey_freakshows/1958/# Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members DarkCide Posted January 28, 2008 Author Members Share Posted January 28, 2008 heres a list of some good ones...http://www.barstoolsports.com/article/new_jersey_freakshows/1958/# Which one are you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Chrisjd Posted January 28, 2008 Members Share Posted January 28, 2008 Which one are you? hahaha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members brewskimetal Posted January 28, 2008 Members Share Posted January 28, 2008 Dude I totally feel your pain. I've struggled with bands for 15 years in this area and it's worse than ever now. At this point I Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Voltaire Posted January 28, 2008 Members Share Posted January 28, 2008 edit: nvm. but yeah.. there are like no bassists or drummers in new jersey that play the metal. it's kinda crazy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members DarkCide Posted January 28, 2008 Author Members Share Posted January 28, 2008 Last year I met an excellent drummer who was able to play my songs and was a decent guy. He decided he didn't want to play drums anymore to focus on playing guitar in a pop band. Waste of talent. It seems like Jersey is VERY popularity driven where being accepted and popular is more of a priority than playing music which you actually like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members tsunamijesus Posted January 28, 2008 Members Share Posted January 28, 2008 DAMMIT chris i was gonna post the guidos thing! man now im all sad and {censored} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Voltaire Posted January 28, 2008 Members Share Posted January 28, 2008 Last year I met an excellent drummer who was able to play my songs and was a decent guy. He decided he didn't want to play drums anymore to focus on playing guitar in a pop band. Waste of talent. It seems like Jersey is VERY popularity driven where being accepted and popular is more of a priority than playing music which you actually like. it's stupid.. but you're right.I almost broke down and considered playing bass in a pop-punk band just so i could play music out again.but then i came to my senses and waited.. and then i found something Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Rocky101 Posted January 28, 2008 Members Share Posted January 28, 2008 Last year I met an excellent drummer who was able to play my songs and was a decent guy. He decided he didn't want to play drums anymore to focus on playing guitar in a pop band. Waste of talent.It seems like Jersey is VERY popularity driven where being accepted and popular is more of a priority than playing music which you actually like. The exact thing happened to me. We had an excellent drummer who quit our metal band to play blues guitar in his solo project. He thought he was going to be the next John Mayer:lol: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Archived
This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.