Three Friends and Friends
We are a group of musicians, who played together in a band called Plaine Olde in the early 70's. Reunited after over 30 years, we are making use of current technology to do what we were never able to do then; record our own compositions and those of the bands we always loved.
Originally two members, then three and now all the original six, we continue to evolve. You will find our recordings eclectic (in the least) and hopefully interesting.
Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
Originally formed during high school in the early 70's. A group of musicians with lots of talent and an expanding appreciation of the many musical styles outside the top 40. From jazz, to classical to blues to all the rock pioneers active at that time, we incorporated it all (and still do). Each pursued non-musical careers after college and lost touch until recently. Started making use of modern home recording technology to re-fuel the bug. Then reunited to play live again; what could be better than that after 30 years.?!?
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
we re-formed to perform for a 35th high school reunion concert with 4 other bands. We've been in rehearsals for the past 10 months, have played out and have some gigs lined up..!
Your musical influences
Progressive rock, jazz, classical, blues, the whole spectrum.
What equipment do you use?
Sonar and associated toys.
Guitars -
71 Strat, Epi Casino, Epi Sheraton II, Gibson SG Classic, Martin J40M, Jesus Marzal classical, Godin Multiac, Fender P-Bass
Amps - 65 Fender Super Reverb, Epi Valve Jr., Guytronix Gilmore Jr.
Keyboards - Yamaha S90ES, M-Audio Oxygen8
Mic's - Rode NTK, NT5, Shure SM57, Behringer B2, Cascade Fathead
ART DI/0 pre
Rogers drums, Alesis DM5 Pro electronic drums
Ampeg BR15 bass amp, Rondo bass, Saga custom built LP.
Ibanez 12-string acoustic
