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Hey guys. I just got back from my first tour with a rock band. I was picked up by the band HighMay who needed a fill in bassist for an 8 day Southeast US tour. We played shows in Thomas, WV - Wilson, NC - Durhman, NC - Charlotte, NC - and Fredericksburg, VA.

It was a blast! New city every day, interesting venues, fun locals, and great music. I can see now why musicians tour all the time, it is a great way to see the country. (although I could go without having to sleep in a van ever again!)

Here are a few pics for your viewing pleasure.

Custom built road case for my amp (thanks to slickster81 for helping to build it):
https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net...22352684_n.jpg

Home for the week:
https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net...89118388_n.jpg

The Purple Fiddle in Thomas, WV:
https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net...32550989_n.jpg

Downtown Annapolis, MD:
https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net...07842307_n.jpg

Getting ready for our last show at the University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg, VA:
https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net...40313460_n.jpg

That's so cool. I bet it was a fun time. Any chance this will turn into a permanent gig?

That must be fun as heck!

Very cool (except for sleeping in a van). Thanks for sharing. :D

That is great brother. Thank for the pictures.

Very cool living my dream even if it was temporary.

i see a fiddle and an accoustic guitar.

what's the style of music? americana?

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Originally Posted by Chainsaw13 (Post 1453590)

That's so cool. I bet it was a fun time. Any chance this will turn into a permanent gig?

They have a bassist that they use for local shows but they always have to hire someone for the road. They all seemed to like me and my playing so I think that I just snagged a spot as their permanent tour bassist.

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Originally Posted by GTsetGO (Post 1453790)

i see a fiddle and an accoustic guitar.

what's the style of music? americana?

It is actually an alternative rock band. They have drums and bass. The singer plays acoustic/electric guitar and then there is another guy who plays keyboard, fiddle, or mandolin.

Here is a link to the music: http://www.reverbnation.com/highmay

been listening to the songs on that site.

good stuff.