thomqos

SEEKING

Keyboard.

ABOUT

I grew up playing trombone in various bands and ended up being part of a 7 piece band with a horn section that played the Melbourne pub circuit weekly for 4 years, playing soul/funk/blues/rock covers; We played a wide variety of stuff from James Brown through Blues Brothers to Hunters & Collectors. It was great fun!
I dabbled a little with bass at the time but unfortunately, I stopped playing altogether for 20 odd years as life got busy with kids, etc.
I took up bass properly 4 years ago and now have trouble putting it down! Have started playing in a few groups this year for fun, but am wanting to get more serious about it now.
Happy playing most types of music.

Screen name:: thomqos
Member since:: Sep 08 2024; Active within 1 week
Level of commitment:: Committed
Years playing music:: 15
Gigs played:: Under 10
Tend to practice:: More than 3 times per week
Available to gig:: 1 night a week
Most available:: Nights

Influences

Bass players I love include Duck Dunn, Chuck Rainey, Wilton Felder, Tommy Shannon, Rocco Prestia, John Paul Jones, Marcus Miller, Geddy Lee and Joe Dart! Just wish I could play like 'em! :)

Instrument experience:

Bass Guitar:: Moderate

EQUIPMENT

I play Fender Precision and Jazz basses using flatwound and roundwound strings. I prefer the silky feel and sound of flats.
I use Fender, Aguilar and GK gear.