New Rock/Pop/Country Band Forming in Gaston/Cleveland Counties

Gastonia NC

Description

One experienced drummer and one experienced lead guitarist (in our 50's) are forming a new band to gig out two to three times a month in the Gaston/Cleveland/Lincoln/Mecklenburg area. The song list should really be driven by the lead vocalist(s) but we are both experienced and proficient in 80's/90's rock/pop-rock/southern rock, modern/classic country, classic r&b. We would be focused on songs our venues want that mix genres and tempo. We are looking for a lead vocalist(s), another guitar, and bass player but keys would also be great if we can stay at five band members or less. We've done this many times before so the basics are: - Come together as a band - Create an initial song list of approx. 45 songs and commit to them - Learn the songs as needed individually - Come together to rehearse 7-10 songs per session to get starts/ends/parts needing attention - Develop a brand, logo, social media (I will do) - Market to appropriate venues (bars, weddings, festivals in the area) Requirements for each band member: - You have to be a good musician (great is not needed) - You have to treat others well - You have to be sober enough to be accountable, to be able to play - You have to be a team player who understands they might not love every song or every gig - You have an ego that will allow for all of the above I will provide rehearsal space, recording for demos (video and audio), marketing, PA/lights as necessary. I will lead reaching out to venues but everyone should be looking and talking as possible for them. If you're a lead singer who can rehearse in the Gaston county area or close by, this may be a great chance for you to be surrounded by good people and good musicians with the ability to drive the song list and the show. If you've gigged yourself you know this isn't about money but you can expect $100 per gig, more for weddings. We may play a gig or two for free or tips if needed to help us market initially, or always for a good cause with full-band agreement.