The One-Uppers : First Rehearsal
Last night we had the first rehearsal for a new band called “The One-Uppers”, organized by the inimitable Jon Hyde who is a good friend and a frighteningly talented musician. Some of the band members are regulars in the Jon Hyde band, and a few others (myself f’rinstance) have been invited to join the fray. We’re slinging up some classic country tunes in an authentic style, which is a lot of fun. I brought along my trusty strat last night, which I plugged into a fabulous Dr. Z amp kindly loaned by fellow One-Upper Kris (dang… wish I could afford one of those amazing amps!). But now that I’ve heard the texture of our band with his solid Tele tone I think I’m going to switch to my Guild Starfire for a mellow counterpoint.
Once we get an hour of material nailed down, we’ll get a gig on the books. Ayup… The One-Uppers are coming to town.
So, have you guys mastered “Rawhide” yet? Just in case the goons at the bar get too rowdy…