benjamin409780
CONTACT

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 over 1 month ago
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:

Rhythm Guitar:
Moderate
Acoustic Guitar:
Moderate
Bass Guitar:
Moderate
Fiddle:
Moderate
Drums:
Intermediate

EQUIPMENT

I have a guitar and violin