curtis6

ABOUT

(Updated 5/14/24) I’m comfortably retired from a non-musical career, and play for the sheer enjoyment of the music and the challenge of still learning new skills. Not seeking fortune and fame through committed gigging, but that doesn’t mean I’m opposed to an occasional gig. I tried recently, but life got in the way of being able to fully commit to the rigors of learning an existing band’s extensive repertoire. But, please check out Greenville SC’s, Upstate of Mind if you can. Great people and talented singers/musicians!

I’d be interested in jamming or working on original projects where the set lists and time requirements are limited in scope.

Screen name:: curtis6
Member since:: Jun 22 2016; Active within 24 hours
Level of commitment:: Just for Fun
Years playing music:: 50
Gigs played:: Over 100
Tend to practice:: More than 3 times per week

Influences

Grew up in the 60’s so…. all of it. It also depends on the instrument. Generally, I enjoy Blues, love old time Rock-n-Roll, garage band stuff, power Pop, and some modern Country. In terms of whose careers impress me the most musically over the decades, it’s Steve VanZant and Keith Richards.

Instrument experience:

Rhythm Guitar:: Advanced
Harmonica:: Moderate
Vocalist:: Moderate
Lead Guitar:: Moderate
Drums:: Moderate

EQUIPMENT

Several guitars (partial to Gibsons), pedal boards and amps of different wattages, a recently added Helix floor I’ve yet to use, basic sound system (Yamaha/QSC-K12's/monitors), Yamaha keyboard, Akai midi keyboard and small home studio recording set up (MacBook/DAW Ableton Live). On the verge of a drum kit for the studio (if I ever get back to finishing it).