Bob Findlay
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This is my return to the music industry after a 7-year hiatus due to a long battle with alcohol abuse. In late 2007, I recored 2 self-written & performed albums, "Rough Edges" & "Straight Lines", letting loose the latter on the public with a greater response in volume & nature than expected.
I started in the live music industry at 16 & went as far as one can in Tasmania, then I blinked & was married, a father of 2, divorced & a recovering alcoholic.
After this I played the acoustic circuit, but alcohol become my priority, hence my 7-year hiatus from the industry as I have never so much as thought about doing anything musical whislt drinking.
I started in the live music industry at 16 & went as far as one can in Tasmania, then I blinked & was married, a father of 2, divorced & a recovering alcoholic.
After this I played the acoustic circuit, but alcohol become my priority, hence my 7-year hiatus from the industry as I have never so much as thought about doing anything musical whislt drinking.
Why this name?
I couldn't think of anything original enough, so stuck to my own name.
Do you play live?
Haven't performed live in a rock band since the early-mid-90s. Have played just about every acoustic venue in the State. Special moments...touring with "The Party Boys", support gigs for James Reyne, Deborah Conway & support gig for "The Angels" on New Years Eve, '91.
How, do you think, does the internet (or mp3) change the music industry?
Saves on advertising costs & time. Easier access to more interested parties. There is a potential for the market to overload, I suspect.
Would you sign a record contract with a major label?
I haven't thought that far ahead. I live by the Joe Walsh song, "One Day At A Time" & I haven't been approached today.
Band History:
Probably best to visit my website as it would clog up this area.
http:scotsbob.webs.com
http:scotsbob.webs.com
Your influences?
The Rolling Stones, Warren Zevon, The Faces, Status Quo, Mick Taylor, Joe Walsh, Keith Richards, Bob Dylan, Ronnie Wood
Favorite spot?
Stanley, Tasmania
Equipment used:
Fender Strat Plus, Ibanez Bass, Gretch Drums, Yamaha Keyboards, Vox Amp, Roland Effects.
Anything else...?
I'm a football (soccer) fanatic. My favourite player was the late George Best; Pele' & Maradonna agree with me on tht. Pele' even fouled him once as he was the only player who could ALWAYS get around him.
Being Scottish, I tend to use the 'F' word a bit, but being a father of 2 & State Registered Nurse, I know when NOT to.
Being Scottish, I tend to use the 'F' word a bit, but being a father of 2 & State Registered Nurse, I know when NOT to.
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