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MUSICIANS WANTED Please use plain text in your email - just as below. We add the bold when copied to this page. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Po Posted April 19 The Pine Barrens are now actively looking for a New Lead guitarist to join from July we play 80s & 90s Rock & Pop Bangers with modern/old classics thrown in there too We are looking for a competent lead guitarist who is easy going with no ego dramas but committed enough to gig two times a month with the odd rehearsal if needed. The new Lead guitarist must have own transport and gear, ideally aged between 25 - 55 but not massively important...Gigs waiting...If this sound like it could be for you then please message Dave - 07785630332. Posted April 6: We are looking for a Drummer for North East based band. Current line up, Female vocalist + guitarist/backing vocals + bass player/backing vocals Playing covers,  R&B, Soul, Funk PA, lights, Sound engineer in place. Contact seph.nesbit@gmail.com. Posted April 5 Hi, We’re a classic rock covers band doing mainly pub gigs. Due to other commitments we’re looking for a new Rock vocalist. Because of our various locations rehearsals tend to be in the Durham area. Given our age we’re playing 70s and 80s rock (Queen, Judas Priest, AC/DC, Def Leppard, Whitesnake, Deep Purple etc. plus a few lesser known such as The Sensational Alex Harvey Band, Wishbone Ash, and Michael Schenker Group). Gigs already booked for 2024.  If this sounds like something that appeals and you’d like more details contact 07955 159121. Cheers. Posted April 1 Lead Guitarist wanted for band. We currently perform songs like Alright Now/Wishing Well, Free; Creep, Talking Heads; All Apologies, Nirvana etc  Happy to look at your music too, or if you want to bring a rhythm/ keyboard player. (We have singer bass and drums). Contact: Gordon on gordonmain1@gmail.com or 07904649991. Posted March 21 We are looking for an experienced and committed drummer to join our band.  We are three mature and experienced musicians who have plenty of experience under our belt.  We are a rock covers band.  Set lists include Foo Fighters, Bowie, The Who, The Jam, Oasis, just to name a few.   We practice every Sunday just outside of Durham   We are looking to gig as and when. Money is not the aim. Predominantly enjoyment. Been let down too many times by time wasters, so if you want to join a decent outfit for enjoyment and gigs give me a call on 07792 155418 or email me on     jeff.hunt20@yahoo.co.uk. Posted March 13 Singer required for working pub/club rock band ,if you are interested,please be dedicated full commitment we gig 2 ,3 times a month if interested contact 07535552399. Posted March 12 I am trying to put together a 3 or 4 piece quality harmony band with the emphasis on harmony, doing music such as Bee Gees, Eagles, Beatles etc, i am open to suggestions . 07514679418. odonnell40@hotmail.com   Posted March 7 Mixology are looking for an experienced female vocalist (aged between 35-55) to complete our line up!We have a set designed for weddings functions and parties where we’ll perform live ‘mashups’You’ll need the vocal range to cater for a wide variety of styles: disco to pop. Rock to modern dance.We’re semi-professional and we’d ask that initially you commit to weekly rehearsals at our studio in TS22.Our patch is the North East and we aim to gig at least once a month.If this sounds like something that fits with what you’re looking for, please drop me a message outlining your experience to email (preferably):  matt.somers@sky.com or via WhatsApp on 07930553029. Posted March 4 The Vinyl Chimes require a keyboard player to start in May. We cover Alternative 80s tunes and do 2/3 gigs a month. We are well established and have gigs booked for 2024 and 2025. Own transport a must. Contact david736kemp@btinternet.com.  Posted February 28 Hard rockers "Drive" are looking for a bassist and drummer to join mature and experienced vocalist and guitarist, to complete line up. Playing original rock material with influences from Priest, Scorpions, Whitesnake, VH etc. If interested, please contact us for further info and links to material. Based Gateshead/Newcastle. E:mail Drivehardrock@gmail.com. Posted February 12 Def Leppad are looking for a new singer. Excellent gigs and theatre shows booked in and big plans for the coming year. Email: def@loudarts.co.uk or msg  07532729179. Posted January 28 We are three experienced musicians who need a committed drummer to complete our venture.  We aren’t in it for the money, just enjoyment, but want to be out amongst it with the rest and the best. We play Foo Fighters, Oasis, Thin Lizzy, The Who etc etc, so a real mixed bag of classics. We have a free practice facility which we use every Sunday. If you’re interested contact me on 07792155418 and we can hopefully complete what I’m sure will be a really decent outfit.  Cheers. Jeff. Posted January 15 POSITION FILLED Keyboards player wanted for original Prog band Stuckfish.Must have modern keyboards capable of cinematic, ambient sounds.Love of Prog music is essential.Ability to play odd time signatures.Own transport.Willing to rehearse regularly.Willing to play gigs in the UK including Scotland and Southampton.For further info please contact 07769222981 or email adrianfisher22@gmail.com. POSITION FILLED   Posted January 12 POSITION FILLED Classic/Country Rock band seek bassist to complete female fronted band with studio slot and own PA  .Ring 07792223152 if interested (Tyneside based). POSITION FILLED Posted January 9 Existing band required singer to commence a new project. We are bass, drums and guitar playing rock/pop/indie. Easy going, mature and reliable. Singer can be male or female. Based in Hartlepool/Teesside. Please ring or text 07787 100185 or 07847 360611. Posted December 27 Band members and singer wanted for new band covering artist from late 70s/80s new wave ska type… The Jam, The Vapours, Talking Heads, Big Country, Elvis Costello, Joe Jackson, Dave Edmunds, The Clash, The Specials, Madness, Secret Affair..etc.Tyneside based Please email Newwave79@yahoo.com. Posted December 17 POSITION FILLED This is a new venture with a female fronted band. Guitarist, Bass player with a Great female vocalist, We have a quality PA and will also have a good lighting rig in the new year so we have the basic set up just need the right members to join us. Looking for a drummer and also a Keyboard player to complete the line up. We are a bluesy classic rock feel so if interested call 07921228003 to get more information. POSITION FILLED Posted December 10 Singer/songwriter been writing and preforming since the70s looking for Acoustic Gtr and Acoustic Bass to complete a three piece with lead vocals if possible but not important.  Only want people who want to go and play original songs instead of the usual cover songs won't be much money in it, more to have fun and a goodtime age or gender not a problem. email tdgates79@outlook.com. Posted December 2 We are a mature set of musicians with years of gigging experience who are in need of a reliable and committed drummer. We are an all covers band playing material from Thin Lizzy, The Jam, Foo Fighters, Oasis, The Who etc etc.  We practice every Sunday afternoon  Based just outside of Durham and looking to hit a high standard to start gigging as soon as possible. Any interested, willing and able drummers contact Jeff on 07792155418.  Thanks. Posted November 30 Experienced drummer wanted for newly forming three piece soft rock & pop covers band . Mainly pubs , plenty of gigs and good money. Contact John 07555369978. Posted November 8 Looking for a good reliable drummer and Lead Guitarist for newly forming rock covers band playing Quo, The Who, Small Faces  The Jam etc. Must have experience, transport and good gear. Practice 3 hours on a Sunday afternoon and not too many gigs a month ideally. Ring Jav on 07984454851. Posted October 31 The Stoned Crowes are a 5-piece band playing classic rock around pubs in the north east. We are currently looking for a bass player. We are an easy-going bunch with no major egos. We usually gig once or twice per month and try to rehearse weekly (Mid-week) in either Gateshead or North Shields. Gigs waiting. Contact number is 07711 392398. Cheers.

MUSICIANS AVAILABLE Please use plain text in your email - just as below. We add the bold when copied to this page. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Posted April 12: Bass player with backing vocals looking to form punk covers band. I'm thinking along the lines of Professionals, Dead Boys, Sex Pistols, Clash, Ramones, Johnny Thunders and all that kind of thing. I have lots of experience, good gear and transport. Based around Newcastle area. Serious enquiries only. Give me a call or text on 07908 189227 if interested. Please leave me a message if I can't answer your call. Cheers. Posted March 23 Lead vocalist/acoustic guitarist (Mature and experienced) 6&12string, mandolin and other instruments, seeks new project, contact: aadned@gmail.com. Posted February 9 Lead guitarist looking for band   thin lizzy   boston  gary moore  hendrix outlaws  eagles wishbone ash  plus all 60s band music kinks small faces etc please no backing track bands i only play live  contact  keefy  lindanosboj65@gmail.com. Posted November 8 Experienced Bass Player looking for paid work. Good band CV, Own transport and good gear. Can play many styles of Music. R&B, Rock (and Roll) Funk, Pops and many more. Also available for session/dep work. Tyneside area. Can travel. Phone 07899924566. Posted November 2 Keyboard player seeks blues band,pro gear and transport.played in bands for years also play guitar..contact 07931398710. Posted October 23 POSITION FILLED Experienced Guitarist / Keyboards player, with own transport and gear, looking for something interesting, happy to look at most genres but not heavy metal or constant gigs though. Happy to chat, e mail me at ricky230@outlook.com. POSITION FILLED

GEAR FOR SALE / WANTED/ MISCELLANEOUS Please use plain text in your email - just as below -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Posted April 14: Behringer KM1700 Power Amplifier £145 2 x Behringer PK115 15" Passive PA Speaker with covers £120 2 x 2 Pole Speaker Pro Cable, 12m  £16 Stag 4U ABS 19" Rack Flight Case £50 (bought as used but in excellent condition) All these items were bought in Jan.  2024 Selling due to ill health All in perfect working order Would prefer to sell as a bundle Collection Only Contact Ivan:07769698924. Posted April 12: Can anyone recommend a repair shop for 8 channel mixing desk local to newcastle, shuan 07956137726 Posted February 25: Squier Strat by Fender Affinity Royal blue...Indonesian..purchased to learn ,never gigged Pristine condition, gig bag,tuner,lead and learner DVD....£110 o n o can deliver locally also.....Fender Frontmans 15G Amp. hardly used also never gigged £75 o n o. Can sell separately ..contact Rob 0191 4961479. Posted February 21: Vox ac15 head with vox 2x12 vox cab Covers included Ring 07488387221 Pickup only  550.00. Posted February 4: SOLD   SOLD   SOLD Bass Amp 800 watts  with 4x10 in  Speakers +tweeters. Both Tc Electronic. Cab splits in 2x separate cabs with side handles . Good working order ...Sounds great £350 Tel Tom 07775890517 Sunderland Pictures..Info  on gumtree. SOLD   SOLD   SOLD Posted January 12: PRICE REDUCED Selling my Mackie SRM 450 Active speakers in very good condition and been used for light solo work, and very little use. Great full sound £250.00 the pair. Contact me 07564 381099 Posted November 14: BOSS GT-10 Guitar Multi-FX Processor. Used but perfect working order and good cosmetic condition. Box, instructions, power supply & Boss padded case. £125. Chris 07874 998377. Posted October 13: HB 2x12 closed back guitar cab, 2 x 12” Celestion Vintage 30 Speakers. Mono/stereo switchable, 16mm poplar plywood. Used but good condition, great little cab. £140. Chris 07874998377. Posted October 4: PA for sale! Perfect for a band looking for a gig-worthy rig, or a venue looking for in house gear, rehearsal rooms etc... 2x RCF 332A tops Mackie Italy SRS1500 sub Mackie CFX12 mixer (& old home made case) All well used, but just serviced and in perfect working order. I have an active Thomann monitor (MA120 MKII) as well which is surplus (and another Laney monitor which can be powered by the thomann iirc) - I haven’t tested them recently, can discuss including those as well though. I’ve now found and will include the cases for the RCFs, two Adam Hall speaker stands, and enough XLRs/kettle leads for the whole rig as well. Looking for £1100 for the lot. tomatkinsonmusic@gmail.com / 07453061532