SEEKING
Band to Join, Vocalist, Rhythm Guitar, Lead Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, Bass Guitar, Fiddle, Electronic Music.ABOUT
I'm influenced by an eclectic collection of musical styles including: indie, metal/funk, progressive, acid jazz, acoustic, classical, folk and electronic music.
Initially the bassist for a rock and then funk/metal groups, I started playing electric guitar in my late teens. In my 20s I concentrated on learning solo acoustic and classical guitar pieces and in my 30s, I returned to funk/rock, jamming on drums with friends in an informal way. I later became interested in folk and classical music, learning traditional Irish/Scottish fiddle tunes and playing violin in several local orchestras.
I love synth soundscapes and music that is emotive and powerful. I'm seeking to either form or join a folk band, playing the traditional folk music of our Isles (ie Irish, Scottish, Welsh, or English).
- Screen name:
- benjamin409780
- Member since:
- Feb 05 2022
- Active within 24 hours
- Level of commitment:
- Committed
- Years playing music:
- 30
- Gigs played:
- 10 to 50
- Tend to practice:
- More than 3 times per week
- Available to gig:
- 2-3 nights a week
- Most available:
- Nights
Influences
In approximate chronological order: Nirvana, Steve Vai, Eric Johnson, Dream Theater, Paul Oakenfold, Incubus, Iona, Ozric Tentacles, Jamiroquai, Mother Earth, Gordon Giltrap, Francisco Tarrega, Augustin Barrios Mangore, J S Bach, Tannas, Ewan Mclennan, Julie Fowlis, Duncan Chisholm, Dragonforce, Handel, Hadyn, Witney Houston, Sub Focus, Koan Sound, Muireann Nic Amhlaoibh
Instrument experience:
- Fiddle:
- Moderate
- Rhythm Guitar:
- Moderate
- Acoustic Guitar:
- Moderate
- Bass Guitar:
- Moderate
- Drums:
- Intermediate
EQUIPMENT
I have a guitar and violin