Members e-b-e Posted November 29, 2005 Members Share Posted November 29, 2005 BACKGROUND:We were originally a 4 pc cover band (1 singer/lead guitarist, rhythm guitarist, bass, drums) and remained that way for the first year and a half. Rhythm guitarist quit/got fired spur of moment about 2-3 months ago. We continued since then as a 3pc and were digging the simplicity and feel of being a trio. About 2 weeks ago, we decided to look into adding a new member to our band. We had someone particular in mind. A really good female singer/keyboardist. Luckily, she was interested! So we got together and jammed. Went well so we had 2 more practices and then this past Saturday we had our first show all together. So within a week and a half we were playing out with the new lineup! For having thrown it all together so quick, we actually did really well ! For the three of us, we had 10 new songs on the setlist and she had about 25 new to her. Crowd was really into it, and we were too. A few 'rough' spots here or there, the crowd didn't seem to even notice. It will get tighter as we are more accustomed to it all. She has a great voice and the keyboards really help fill in the sound. Great stage presence and works the crowd well. So now we have two lead singers, which opens the door up to covering a wider variety of songs. Our guitarist is happy he doesn't have to sing all night and can let loose a bit more on the guitar now. Also, a fuller sound with the keys, and a new enthusiasm towards the entire project in general! It's good to reinvent yourself I suppose! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members flip333 Posted November 29, 2005 Members Share Posted November 29, 2005 Similar for me. We got a gig scheduled Dec 17th. New guitarist/singer and drummer. ditto, ditto, ditto and ditto on all the points you made! congratulations and wish us luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members MONGOOZ Posted November 29, 2005 Members Share Posted November 29, 2005 sounds great.....one piece of advice.....don't let anyone get "involved" with the keyboard player......bands fall apart that way.....often !! :wave: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members e-b-e Posted November 29, 2005 Author Members Share Posted November 29, 2005 That won't be a problem or issue. She is happily married and pretty much we're all spoken for as well. FLIP333- Best of luck on your new lineup as well! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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