Members Brian Krashpad Posted December 13, 2011 Members Share Posted December 13, 2011 So Friday Crash Pad played a benefit called SantaJam. A 3-night concert series @ 2 different venues collecting toys for kids in hospital over Christmas/Hanukkah/Kwaanza/Etc. We closed. Kid rhythm guitarist was going through some sort of domestic drama and showed up like 20 minutes before we went on. Then he broke TWO strings on his SG simultaneously and had to finish with one of my Teles. Loud as feck. Drummer had some monitor issues. Switched verses around a few times. Despite some adversity a pretty rocking show. They also held some raffles and gave that money to the bands, which was a surprise to me. Since our share split perfectly 3 ways I gave all the money to my mates, who hadn't had a paying gig in a year. Pics to follow. Sunday morning played 2 songs in church. Due to a special Christmas presentation later in the day (evicting us from our usual spot in the choir loft in back), the band was up front in front of everyone. First song was a rocker and we really went for it. Actually got some good feedback after service, though I suspect there may be some negative fallout later as well. Here's a shot our bandleader took of my guitars up against the communion rail: All day Sunday afternoon and evening Crashers were in the studio doing guitar/bass overdubs, and lead vocals on the six remaining songs for our 10-song release. All that's left is backing vox on those 6, then mixdown on 9, then off to mastering. Actually the one that's been final mixed may've already been sent off to mastering separately. You can hear that here: http://soundcloud.com/brian-krashpad/pink-slip-rick-12-04-11-final Here's some shots of Friday's show, more in subsequent posts: As always, all questions answered, and your comments, whether on my poseritude or otherwise, eagerly solicited. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members onerailunder Posted December 13, 2011 Members Share Posted December 13, 2011 You guys got some air!!! I gotta practice jumping and playing. Congrats, looked hella fun!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members slushpup96 Posted December 13, 2011 Members Share Posted December 13, 2011 Your bassist has a cool thunderbird, I almost bought that when it came out. nice pics! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members mnewb1 Posted December 13, 2011 Members Share Posted December 13, 2011 I pulled a groin looking at those jumps! Cool Pics...Cool Rockin! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members trevorus Posted December 13, 2011 Members Share Posted December 13, 2011 Dude, I want that HoDad. Those guitars are cool as hell. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Deadbeat Son Posted December 13, 2011 Members Share Posted December 13, 2011 Sounds like a fun weekend. Also, the new tune sounds great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members harold heckuba Posted December 13, 2011 Members Share Posted December 13, 2011 Two comments- First, great vertical leaping ability. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members harold heckuba Posted December 13, 2011 Members Share Posted December 13, 2011 Since our share split perfectly 3 ways I gave all the money to my mates, who hadn't had a paying gig in a year. Second, you are a good guy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members JoeBoy Posted December 13, 2011 Members Share Posted December 13, 2011 Is that the same kid on guitar that looked like he did not want to be there in that outdoor show vid? It looks like he has come a long way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members cbh5150 Posted December 13, 2011 Members Share Posted December 13, 2011 Back in the day, if we even would have SUGGESTED electric guitars leaning on a communion rail, well... Looks like lots of fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Brian Krashpad Posted December 13, 2011 Author Members Share Posted December 13, 2011 Two comments- First, great vertical leaping ability. Later in the evening both Mitch and I perfected the "being taken up into a UFO via tractor beam" levitation: This was tiring and required not standing up for a spell: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members JR13 Posted December 13, 2011 Members Share Posted December 13, 2011 looks like a fun gig Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Marc G Posted December 13, 2011 Members Share Posted December 13, 2011 cool pics Brian.... I wish the venues here put that much thought in to their stages lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Brian Krashpad Posted December 13, 2011 Author Members Share Posted December 13, 2011 Second, you are a good guy. Well, honestly it was just a pittance anyhow, 'thought that counts' and all that. Besides, splitting $33 four ways at 1:45 a.m. is beyond my miniscule math ('maths' for the Limeys, iirc) capabilities. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Brian Krashpad Posted December 13, 2011 Author Members Share Posted December 13, 2011 At any rate it ended up requiring a lie down at the end bit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Brian Krashpad Posted December 13, 2011 Author Members Share Posted December 13, 2011 It was worth it to see this later posted on facebook, 237 toys donated to the hospital! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Deadbeat Son Posted December 13, 2011 Members Share Posted December 13, 2011 It was worth it to see this later posted on facebook, 237 toys donated to the hospital! The kid looks ecstatic to get the case of Miller Lite! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Brian Krashpad Posted December 13, 2011 Author Members Share Posted December 13, 2011 The kid looks ecstatic to get the case of Miller Lite! Haha, I was wondering if anyone else would catch that. No doubt filled with loose toys collected at the bar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members seven58 Posted December 13, 2011 Members Share Posted December 13, 2011 Those are some good shots. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Brian Krashpad Posted December 13, 2011 Author Members Share Posted December 13, 2011 Those are some good shots. Thanks, our "record company" guy brought his fancy-schmancy video camera. Believe it or not those are vidcaps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members OldGuitarPlayer Posted December 13, 2011 Members Share Posted December 13, 2011 Cool pictures and well done on helping kids and families have a wonderful xmas! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Brian Krashpad Posted December 13, 2011 Author Members Share Posted December 13, 2011 Cool pictures and well done on helping kids and families have a wonderful xmas! "That's what Christmas is all about, Charlie Brown." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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