Find new bandmates
You know what grinds my gears is when I'm really looking forward to the next band practice cuz I've been learning some chops and fills I could incorporate to our songs, I've got lots of groove ideas for possible compositions etc and nobody seems interested in practicing.
We're aiming to play at the Psychology Festival/Jam next term and we've managed to have one session with the new vocalist and suddenly everyone's not interested anymore. We usually practice every friday but this week nobody even bothered to reply to my texts/confirmation
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Find new bandmates
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I'm assuming that this "Jam" is a freebee? If yes, and if you want member interested, find paying gigs. There nothing more motivating than making MONEY. It also puts a ton of "positive" pressure on the entire band to hone in their skills to prove to themselves and the audience that they are worthy of just compensation.
Makes sense late8. But I'm in a band that writes its own songs so no money there yet. Might have to go scouting for new bands as scottd suggested.
Paiste Posse
14inch 2002 series Sound Edge Hi-hats
16inch and 18inch Signature series Fast crashes
20inch 3000 series Ride
18inch PST5 series China
Pearl Forum Series drum set
Pearl Chad Smith Signature snare(steel shell)
Tama Iron Cobra Chrome
RIP Frank - You will be remembered
Take it for what it is, Andreeew. Some folks are just content to play just once in a while, and others like it more often. Obviously, you're the more often type, so I would move on if I were you. Find other musicians who have a similar ideas that you do. In addition, you can even choose to remain with this band...heck, they would never know the difference. If there's ever a conflict, choose the new band...the other band will quickly get over it or just forget about it. Perhaps you should join a cover band (for your 2nd band)...its much easier to find paying gigs.
I might just do that Nio. Thanks for your input
Paiste Posse
14inch 2002 series Sound Edge Hi-hats
16inch and 18inch Signature series Fast crashes
20inch 3000 series Ride
18inch PST5 series China
Pearl Forum Series drum set
Pearl Chad Smith Signature snare(steel shell)
Tama Iron Cobra Chrome
RIP Frank - You will be remembered
I'm with NIO on this Andreeew. I just met a guy today who was also a drummer. I started talking to him about drumming, kits, etc. and when I asked him if he played out in a band, he immediately replied that he use to years ago, but he prefers to just get together with a couple of his buds and jam out in his garage a couple times a month. He was very content with that setup as I'm sure there are many people here on DC that prefer to play alone or with a select few people as well. There's absolutely nothing wrong with that. However, I love the thrill of playing out live in front of an audience. I myself like to get together with friends and jam, but I would be wanting more than this scenario. So, as NIO suggests, I'd find other musicians to play with that have similar interests, expectations and drive. If your old band mates still like to get together with you for practice, go for it. It'll keep your skills honed until you find something else that's more to your liking.
Andrew from my own experience with bandmates who lose interest...move on! find ppl WITH motivation not ppl who NEED motivation. You obviously have the drive. Musicians are a strange, flaky breed lol. Personally i dont care if its a paid gig or a free one, im all in and excited!! Is hard to find ppl who are truly and honestly dedicated but there out there. Trust me ive been through it and been through it. I tend to get with band who write originals (as the one im in now) and theres money to be had in originals, but it takes everyone to be motivated and willing to get out there and now be lazy as alot of ppl are!! come on ppl lets play some music!
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