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Bassist/Vocalist Wanted

We are currently conducting auditions/interviews for a bassist/vocalist. This is a new project geared toward pop and top 40 music for weddings, corporate parties, private parties and upscale restaurants and night clubs. A good candidate for this position will have previous experience performing in top 40 bands or show bands with adequate vocal ability to sing lead vocals and a well rounded knowledge of bass guitar theory. The band currently consists of drums, guitar and keyboards with each musician having 35+ years performing experience and would prefer someone 40-45 years or older. You will be expected to rehearse once a week in Southside Hampton Roads northern Suffolk area until the band is ready to perform and be available to perform weekends as bookings require. Travel will not extend farther than after work Friday until Sunday evening will allow. We have all the sound equipment, lighting, bookings and rehearsal space covered. All we need is you, your bass rig, (please have your own transportation), you vocal ability and a desire to make a nicely lucrative part time income. For further information or to schedule an audition/interview, please contact Billy Etheridge at (757) 484-1887 or respond by e-mail to    gldy8r@verizon.net
 
 

 

 

Vocalist Available

  I am looking to find an already established cover / original band to sing in.  I am 31 years old and have 20 years experience playing live.  You won't find the typical front man ego here.  I have a huge range of influences and a great vocal range from anything like 3 Doors Down to Slipknot.  Let's get the crowd involved and have a good time.

Contact:  michaeldana@cox.net
 

Solid Ground has an opening!  We are a gigging band currently looking for very experienced  lead guitarist that has an open mind and loves to play. We mostly play Top 40 Rock, 80's, 90's and current Rock locally around Virginia Beach.  Cole (singer/rhythm guitarist) and Pat (drummer) are currently on an overseas tour and expect to return in October, ready to
start scheduling shows.  Greg (Bass player) is in the area to see if you have what it takes to be part of "Solid Ground".  Feel free to check our current web site for more details about SOLID GROUND.
http://members.cox.net/solidgroundband/sghome.html   If interested, contact
Pat at pwesley@ashland.navy.mil or Greg at 2goofy2@cox.net
 

Bassist Available -

 I'm based in Portsmouth and looking for a part-time situation with a working band, or one close to getting out in front
of people. I'm in my late forties and have been playing bass for longer than I can remember. I'm comfortable with
classic and modern rock, funk, jazz, and country, and would prefer a "variety" situation rather than getting stuck in
just one style of music. My equipment list includes Carvin (fretted and fretless basses,) SWR, and Boss, and I have
transportation. My vocal range covers about three octaves and change. I'm also familiar with keyboards, drums, and
percussion, for what that's worth.

I can be reached at m_kazalski@hotmail.com or by calling (757) 560-6664. I do have a day job, so calling me about
gigging would work better in the evenings.

 Michael Kazalski

Wanted: Sound Tech
Virginia Beach based band, which works most weekends, is looking for an experienced sound engineer. What we offer: Pro PA, steady work, relatively ego/dangerous vice free band, fast load ins and outs and the opportunity to be a part of something extraordinary. (We don't fight/moan/whine, etc...)
 What we are looking for: knowledge, experience and talent in running a system with compressors, crossovers, effects, noise gates, phantom power,etc., ability to respond to club owner's requests without resorting to violence or bad attitude vibe, relatively ego/dangerous vice free (see above for cross reference) and reliability. Please note we are seeking a soundperson as an equal band member, not as a fill in.
CAN START IMMEDIATELY-WE ARE WORKING!!!!!
 
EMail:finnegan@pinn.net or katbatty@cox.net

I am interested in having local singer/songwriter Amy Gerhartz added to your local musicians list. You can also listen to her music at www.myspace.com/amygerhartz
Thank you for your help!

Fully Vested band looking for lead guitar with vocals replacement for current guitar player who is leaving in three weeks (last gig 24 Apr 05). See www.freewebs.com/fullyvested for venues, song list, video, audio etc. Contact Lenny 757-319-3148 or email knoxl@cox.net. We're Virginia Beach based.

Drummer Available - Drummer of the former band "Fully Vested" seeks working band in the Hampton Roads area. Likes are from country to modern rock (no scream-o, metal-o or rap-o). I'd be able to learn your 40 - 45 songs (if I don't already know them), in two weeks or less. Top of the line Pearl/Audix/Paiste gear. Rock solid back beat. As steady as they come. Sound/video bytes and current song list can be heard, seen or read at www.freewebs.com/fullyvested or contact me and I'll send you a promo package. I'm used to playing 8 - 12 gigs per month. Dedication is not an issue. I do my homework. Once a set list is complete, I believe in adding 2 songs per practice per week. Priorities are: (1) playing a solid, tight and professional gig. (2) Fun. (3) Money.    

Phone: 757-319-3148
Email: classixrockroll@yahoo.com
Website: www.freewebs.com/fullyvested

I recently moved to Newport News and am in search of a band to play with.  I left behind (in Bloomington, Indiana) a band which I was one of two front-men with for about 10 years (lead/harmony/backup vocals, hand drums/percussion, banjo, and some keyboard).  My vocal range is on the low end, very resonant, sometimes a bit gravelly and always from the heart.  We were called Zion Crossroads and usually defined our genre as Dreadneck Revival because we didn’t quite fit in any other.  We performed many originals while also covering the likes of Leadbelly, Woody Guthrie, Uncle Dave Macon, Rev. Gary Davis, Freddie King, Toots & The Maytalls, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Waylon Jennings, Elvis Presley, Willie Dixon, Bob Dylan, The Rolling Stones, The Band, Neil Young, Roy Orbison, The Grateful Dead, and many other Blues, Folk, Classic Rock, Reggae, Traditional and Spiritual.  We opened for such artists as Toots & The Maytalls, Culture, and Burning Spear.  All of the songs we played were designed to either send a positive message or get the girls on the dance floor (often both at the same time) and were all played something like a modern 70’s rock band. 

This is my background but I am open to new ideas.  I am available for practice once or twice a week and to perform as often as possible.  I have a few live demos that I can send via computer and would be glad to get together with any interested bands just to see if it works.  Pictures can be found at http://otterfest.com/zion/zion_pics.shtml.  I’m the guy with the banjo.  My name is Johnie Sanders and I can be contacted at johniesanders@netscape.net or (757) 327-0915 or (812) 325-0554.

my name is Barb....i am currently involved in a full time working band here in the Jacksonville, Fl. area and will be moving to the Norfolk area within 6 months or so. i sing leads & backups...everything from Etta James to Janis Joplin to Sheryl Crow to reggae. i play instruments as well....mostly acoustic guitar...but do play electric on the harder rock songs such as ACDC, Pat Benetar, Jefferson Airplane, etc. I play a mean blues harp and some keyboards too.  i hold my own, have done many solo gigs here and formed my current band GO ASK ALICE about 5 years ago.  I've been playing full time or otherwise in other bands for over 20 years as well. I am a booking fool, always working (need to eat!) and average 3 gigs a week.  My husband has already moved up there...so the sooner i get something going your way the better. I am just so established here that i couldn't  give it all up and move without some notice to my guys and something to get involved in up there first.  check out my website, www.goaskalicerocks.com if you would like to learn more about what i do.

I also have several demos....both live and studio recorded.  I am a seasoned pro looking for players of the same value....not interested in non-working garage bands or young kids just getting started.  I don't need to necessarily work as much as i do here (hubby got a good job up your way) but i would like to play at least 2 weekends a month. (more is good too tho!....you know how that "gotta play" itch is!)  I am a stickler for good vocals and harmonies and tight beginnings and endings to tunes.....a band that blends and plays together....not just a bunch of folks doing their individual thing at the same time. I have tons of equipment, including PA gear, lights and effects.  if interested......email me at guitarbarb74@aol.com
We are a working 3 piece classic rock band in need of a keyboard player. Our age group ranges from 30 - 54 with all members having many years of experience. We are looking for someone who can chord accent and fill. When we get back to gigging we play 4-8 times monthly. We like having fun while playing music together and have no attitudes, egos or bad habits. We have a complete equipped rehearsal room in Virginia Beach. If interested give us a call at 471-6211 or email at nseekof@yahoo.com

I am looking to get my name out to more clubs/ venues as a mobile live sound engineer, a.k.a., a "sound guy". Most of the shows I've done were at club Excess at 21st and Atlantic in Va Beach. This includes their 2003 battle of the bands, as well as shows for several touring acts including performers such as Afroman. I charge $150/ night and provide sound quality far beyond what most local sound guys provide; (which is why my band and I invested in our own gear in the first place). I only require 24 hours notice for events, unless setup/ sound check for some reason during the day, in which case I would need a few days notice.

Thomas Pearson @

Guitarzannavan@hotmai.com or 757-724-9144 (mobile phone/ voice mail)

A brief list of my equipment:

Pair of JBL SF25 FR speakers for High end F.O.H. powered by QSC RMX 1450 | Behringer single 18" subs for Low end F.O.H. powered by QSC RMX 1450 | Monitors (usually enough for most small staged local venues, only until an upgrade can be afforded) Pair of Peavey single 8" w/ horn powered by a 65 watt Peavey amp. | 32 channel/ 8 bus Behringer MX3282 Mixing Console | Mostly Shure mics for guitar/ vocals and Audix Fusion Drum Mic kit. | All stands and cables | ART Crossover, Stanton Dual CD Players w/ Gemini Mixer (for music b4 and between bands)

I do not have a snake yet, for the same reason I don't have monitors so my mixer must be located near the stage. I know that's a pain, but I get the job done and it's only until I can afford the upgrades I want.

I'm a mature guitarist and songwriter who has a Sax playing music partner who are looking for others to have serious jam sessions and potentially form a group. There are no genre's untouched with special attention given to funk, alt country, quirky alternative or jam band and some Latin. We prefer minimalist drummers with terrific tone and color and can paint an expressive picture with a basic kit and Bass players who are deep in the pocket and not flashy, just build and support the groove and the songs with serious backbone, then be able to solo with a melodic voice. We prefer the peninsula but if you don't mind coming over it's great. But don't let a little water discourage you if you're interested!
Cheers
Jim Gordon
YOJG@cox.net

We are a three piece band looking to add another guitarist to give some more freedom to our singer/guitarist, we are a hard rock, heavy rock, southern grunge, other influences type of band, if interested you can contact us at modernamericanfamily@yahoo.com and you can get a feel for us at www.modernamericanfamily.com thank you, Eddie
 
EDDIE CHAVEZ
MANAGER/OWNER
www.modernamericanfamily.com
eddie@modernamericanfamily.com   
(757)344-2044

Im a 21 guitarist in Va Beach lookin for that bluesy/funk/jazz sound. I have been playing since the age of twelve, Im wanting to get a serious gig here. I have lots of energy and a lot of influences. Here are some: Allman Brothers, Derek Trucks, Govt Mule, North Mississippi Allstars, Stevie Ray Vaughan and Hendrix. Very talented, and I just want to share music with others. Im a hippy at heart so call if you are interested. Ask for Steve 831-1974. Peace

Guitarist new to hampton roads area looking for dedicated people to play music with. People who like hard rock, classic rock, heavy rock, ect. been playing for 13 years been in previous bands in ky. would prefer to write own material. Gotta have own instruments. if interested email me at mentalkase133@yahoo.com.
Experienced, mature, creative percussionist looking to join an experienced, working group.  Music interests include, classic rock, Latin, Latin jazz, jazz.  I have pro gear and attitude, looking for same.  Contact me at jskiraly@aol.com or 424-0567.

Jim