[Johnny.guitar]

Originally Posted by A-Mac

Oh, you betcha! I do still have my electrics and play at home for fun, but gigging? Those days are over - bands, load-ins (a ton of stuff), sound checks, ear shattering SPL gigs, load outs at 3 AM and 3 degrees (a ton of stuff) and a paltry pay check. And I didn't even mention the rehearsals where someone is always late, someone always has to leave early, someone is not prepared and someone else's girlfriend wants to sing - Oh yeah, gimme some more o' that!

Now it's an L1C, an acoustic guitar and a couple of mics. Easy in, easy out and the pay is better. Usually home in time for the late news.

I'm still doing the band thing, but feeling more and more I am heading this way for all the reasons you have stated.