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Re: What's on your mind? That's why I stopped trying after a few years and worked on music by myself. Had I known then what I know now I'd probably have recorded some proper releases or at least a lot more demo's then what I had when I did find a band. Where I grew up there was no one into Metal. Those that were, were either 10+ years older than me or already in bands. I've always said I was born too late.

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Re: What's on your mind? my problem isn't so much a lack of musicians, there are plenty in my home town, it's more the ones I've met don't fit with what I want my band to be, it's almost all die hard a7x and slipknot inspired players when I'm looking for people inspired by the likes of Megadeth, Iron Maiden and Pantera, it's also probably not helped by me wanting someone who can sing in a similar fashion to Rob Halford and "Ripper" Owens (but not too similar) my vision may be way too specific

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Re: What's on your mind? that is a very difficult question to answer, if I could get by in life playing the music I love I'd drop my degree on the spot, honestly I'd greatly prefer to earn my living from playing killer riffs and shreds then from whatever path I end up taking once I complete my law degree

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that is a very difficult question to answer' date=' if I could get by in life playing the music I love I'd drop my degree on the spot, honestly I'd greatly prefer to earn my living from playing killer riffs and shreds then from whatever path I end up taking once I complete my law degree[/quote'] The time of making a living off of music has sadly passed us by. I doubt it will ever be that way again. Having a non-musical goal is the best way to go IMO. 20+ years ago I'd have said "go for the music and see what happens" but in this day and age it would be insane to do so. If you don't mind ALWAYS being out of pocket for your hobby then go for it. If you're lucky enough you'll be able to sustain the project like My Dying Bride does. They all have day jobs and have for years, hence why their tours (when they tour) are very short and ALWAYS in Europe. They play a lot of festivals because of this. Some bands like that, others don't. Dave Lombardo quit Slayer (during the Reign in Blood tour if memory serves) because he wasn't making any money off his music. He said he should at least be able to pay his rent. Which makes perfect sense to me. They were and still are a good selling act, they were getting fucked by their record label however. The label agreed to pay him more so he would come back. Playing for money is perfectly acceptable, but again, unless you're huge or get uncannily fortunate you'll be lucky to get paid for playing live.
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Re: What's on your mind? kinda doubt a thrash band with elements of power metal would become huge (that's what I'm hoping my project will become once I finally do assemble all necessary personnel), I would just prefer to make my living from something I love as opposed to something that will inevitably ensure that I am despised by everyone outside of the profession. still no reason I can't at least try to get something happening

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Re: What's on your mind? My vicious, randy pig died while I was way and I need a new animal for my hog justice room. Also my neck hurts, I'm tired, I feel sick, my house needs tidying, I'm going back to work in a few week and I'm grumpy to be around. Think I need to listen to something angry. Also looking for a mad murderous monkey at the pet shop but no-one has one

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Re: What's on your mind?

temporarily given up on starting a band after deciding I'm just not proficient enough in my guitar playing yet' date=' also when I do start my band it will be a progressive doom band[/quote'] I play in a somewhat progressive doom metal band and I'm a terrible guitar player. I keep getting better, sometimes slowly, and other times in large bursts, but I've stuck with it. Don't give up, you can make it happen.
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