Members CraKaJaX Posted May 31, 2009 Members Share Posted May 31, 2009 ..I'm still in shock. A while back my cousin became one of the secretaries at his office/studio/apartment (it's all together on his property). I was still at school at the time, so didn't think much of it. My dad then calls me up a few days later to tell me that a guy by the name of Larry Campbell moved into a house across the street from my parents. After looking him up... I was shocked. Guitarist for Dylan, Elvis Costello, etc. He also plays with Levon at Levon's Midnight Rambles. Anyway.. long story short, I met Larry and his wife -- who also plays. I jammed with him at his house and told him what I'm going to school for (electrical engineering) and what I have as far as my own recording gear, etc. He took me down to Levon's place along with my cousin to show me around Levon's studio and stuff. I met with the head engineer and talked with him for a while about a bunch of {censored}. He showed me everything they have as far as recording goes and how they just won a grammy for Levon's last album. I then got talking about how I'd love to do this and how I don't see myself doing anything else for a living except something with music... to which his response was "Well you can start here and apprentice with me." I almost {censored} my pants. I start tomorrow. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Consume Posted May 31, 2009 Members Share Posted May 31, 2009 Keep those ears open! That is a shot at an experience very few get.... consider this as well, Levon Helm has been involved in recording music since the 60's; so there is going to be such a wealth of knowledge there that it isn't funny - so keep those ears open and congratulations! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members manoeuver Posted May 31, 2009 Members Share Posted May 31, 2009 jackpot. way to go, man, learn everything you can! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members slap happy drums Posted May 31, 2009 Members Share Posted May 31, 2009 {censored}in' Wow! Congratulations seems an insignificant word. {censored}in' Wow! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members BeakerArk Posted May 31, 2009 Members Share Posted May 31, 2009 RIGHTDA{censored}ON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Wow. . .just wow. Excellent for you. Enjoy the {censored} outta this gig. Ask Levon if he still likes Shadden's BBQ. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Longfuse Posted May 31, 2009 Members Share Posted May 31, 2009 Dream job, well done! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members skinthrasher Posted May 31, 2009 Members Share Posted May 31, 2009 That is some cool {censored} right there I am envious! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members danrothmusic Posted May 31, 2009 Members Share Posted May 31, 2009 right on, man congrats! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members 2xBass Posted May 31, 2009 Members Share Posted May 31, 2009 Take a deep breath, then go rawk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members boxofrocks Posted May 31, 2009 Members Share Posted May 31, 2009 Wow! Learn man go learn.. How awesome is that.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members zildjian@consol Posted June 1, 2009 Members Share Posted June 1, 2009 you hit the jackpot!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members CraKaJaX Posted June 2, 2009 Author Members Share Posted June 2, 2009 Holy {censored}ing hell man.... I LOVE THIS JOB!!! I am basically the head engineers bitch, but let me tell you what.... I'm 100% okay with it. My duties today consisted of micing a drum kit (9 mics in all) for a band that's in the studio right now recording. I also got to watch the engineer at work on the computer EQ'ing {censored}, etc. Had to go on a coffee and donuts run (of course!) and some other random {censored}. I also got the job of re-wiring everything to make it look nicer. There's a lot of "spaghetti" all over the floor... if you know what I mean. In a couple of weeks I should be getting into some more in depth stuff. But damn, I love it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members 1001gear Posted June 2, 2009 Members Share Posted June 2, 2009 Anybody say wow yet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members turdadactyl Posted June 2, 2009 Members Share Posted June 2, 2009 Congrats man! That's so ridiculously cool. Keep those ears open, ego in check, mouth shut and learn everything you possibly can. You got so hooked up. I'm totally jealous. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members k7mto Posted June 2, 2009 Members Share Posted June 2, 2009 How much do you have to pay them to let you hang around? Seriously, that's very cool. Take full advantage and do whatever it takes to stick around and learn EVERYTHING you possibly can. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members 6topher Posted June 2, 2009 Members Share Posted June 2, 2009 That's a one word job. YES - don't say anything else for 3 months. Congrats on the great opportunity. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members polarnewfie Posted June 2, 2009 Members Share Posted June 2, 2009 Drop everything in your life RIGHT NOW, and immerse yourself in this. Buy a digital recorder (mini) that has lots of internal memory and keep the thing on at all times. (down load it every night and keep a tidy library of what you learn.) If you become anything less than a sponge during this apprenticeship, you are selling a once in a lifetime opportunity down the drain. Good luck, don't be late, be polite, professional, and eager. Enthusiasm often goes a long way to opening doors for people. And above all else, be honest in their company. And remember to say thank you everytime you leave. Awesome job man!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members 1001gear Posted June 2, 2009 Members Share Posted June 2, 2009 Also you'll in all probability have no time or use for any of your gear- and thinking of the guys here now, you might consider contributing the bulk of it to the traveling box of drums. In deference to your selfless act and the personal expense involved, I will personally pick up the gear. At your convenience of course. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members twosticks Posted June 2, 2009 Members Share Posted June 2, 2009 {censored}in' Wow!Congratulations seems an insignificant word.{censored}in' Wow! I would also say that just wow is insignificant, {censored}in' Wow!! Live it, learn it, be it! "If you love what you do, you'll never work a day in your live" You get to make that a realilty! Good luck and {censored}in' Wow! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members devinw Posted June 2, 2009 Members Share Posted June 2, 2009 {censored} me in the goat ass! That is awesome! What a great opportunity. I am officially jealous. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members stapes2260 Posted June 2, 2009 Members Share Posted June 2, 2009 Drop everything in your life RIGHT NOW, and immerse yourself in this. That's all well and good, but don't forget about the engineering degree you're working on. Sounds like you've found a good job that you're interested in, but don't lose focus on the long term career either. In today's economy and competitive environment, you will be glad you got the degree. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members the DW Posted June 2, 2009 Members Share Posted June 2, 2009 Out-{censored}in-rageous!!! Better than winning the lottery.....well, almost. But CONGRATULATIONS!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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