James LB

SEEKING

Band to Join, Rhythm Guitar, Lead Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, Drums, Keyboard, Electronic Music.

ABOUT

Hello!

I'm an experienced bassist in my 40s with plenty of gigging/writing and performing under my belt.

I've had a diverse history with the bass, playing in metal, punk, covers, and blues bands over 30 years. I played bass with Bury St Edmunds punk band 'Volunteers' for several years, recording on quite a bit of their material and doing a bit of writing. (Check out Volunteers album 'Know Yourself' on Spotify).

I also play drums and guitar to a very good standard and can write songs until the cows come home. (As well as music, I have an MA in creative writing and have recently written lyrics for customers on Fivver).

I am getting back Into 'live' music after a couple of years break, with Volunteers reforming for an event in the summer. However I'm looking for something more permanent.

I'm looking to join/start an interesting original band - see my influences for some.....influences.

I've uploaded 4 Tracks here:

*TV Dinner by Volunteers which I wrote and played bass on.
*I Don't See Black or White by Volunteers which I play bass on.
*Loaded Gun by Hurricane Jim which I co-wrote, and played Bass, drums, guitar and backing vocals on.
* You've Got Everything Money Can Buy by Volunteers. Me on bass..this is a killer to play so thought it'd highlight my chops.

I've got plenty of time to practice/gig, am reliable and consistent.

07854 574825

Screen name:: James LB
Member since:: Mar 02 2018; Active over 1 month ago
Level of commitment:: Very Committed
Years playing music:: 30
Gigs played:: Over 100

Influences

I'm a big Electric Six fan, long term Motorhead fan, like 80s stuff to listen to a lot, including Oingo Boingo, and all the more mainstream 80s stuff. Basically 99% of what's on Greatest Hits radio is decent to me.

I also have a long history with Metal, but am drifting away from that a bit in terms of listening. However I would still be well up for playing metal in the right band. Metal wise, it's Slayer, White Zombie, the big four, Strapping Young Lad, The Wildhearts. Too many to mention really.