Time to say goodbye :(

76telepicker · March 27th, 2008, 10:52 PM

Well this is my biggest dedication yet to chase my musical career...tomorrow is the day someone is set to buy my 1986 Buick Grand national...With some of the money i plan to fund my move to Nashville Tn and buy a good travleing vehicle...Its very bittersweet i hate to see this thing go...anyone else do anything of the same thing?

Brendan · March 27th, 2008, 11:34 PM

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Originally Posted by 76telepicker

Well this is my biggest dedication yet to chase my musical career...tomorrow is the day someone is set to buy my 1986 Buick Grand national...With some of the money i plan to fund my move to Nashville Tn and buy a good travleing vehicle...Its very bittersweet i hate to see this thing go...anyone else do anything of the same thing?

I sure haven't, but I think it's awesome that you are pursuing your dream. Good luck and don't give up!

JimiBryant · March 27th, 2008, 11:42 PM

you've got cojones, my friend.. the very best of luck to you for sure!!

that is a sweet lookin' ride - I'm sure you've got some good memories in it.

studio1087 · March 27th, 2008, 11:43 PM

I have not done what you're doing but I admire your ambition.

Look forward. Pursue your dream. That's fantastic.

Jakedog · March 27th, 2008, 11:57 PM

Good for you man. I know how hard something like this can be. I'm several years older than you (won't say how many), I have done it several times, and am about to do it again. So far, all I have to show for it is an empty wallet, a lot of disappointment, and a butt load of experience, both good and extremely bad, that I wouldn't trade for the world. I've had two record deals, one of them with a major, that NOTHING ever came from. No records were ever even released. I say this not to deter you, but to inspire you, and tell you you're doing the right thing. I was younger than you the first time I split home to "make it big".

I have a wife, kids, and a ton of responsibilities now, but I haven't quit, and as I said, am in the midst of dropping ballast, and raising money for yet another rally.

If you have true talent, the only reason you won't eventually make SOMETHING of it, is if you stop trying. Don't forget it. And best of luck.

-Jake

Trimmed&Burnin · March 28th, 2008, 12:03 AM

Now is the best time I always say,,, give it your best. Dont sweat the car,,, I've sold a bunch of classic 40's-50's Fords, Chevy's, and Plymouths over the years to fund everything from work ventures to paying doctor bills for my family. Things can be replaced,, a day gone by is gone. Good luck man!

Veitchy · March 28th, 2008, 12:21 AM

Best of luck man. You clearly have the dedication.

Big John · March 28th, 2008, 04:05 AM

Best wishes !!!, put the money from the Buick to good use, don't regret it.

Bswailes · March 28th, 2008, 07:03 AM

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Originally Posted by 76telepicker

Well this is my biggest dedication yet to chase my musical career...tomorrow is the day someone is set to buy my 1986 Buick Grand national...With some of the money i plan to fund my move to Nashville Tn and buy a good travleing vehicle...Its very bittersweet i hate to see this thing go...anyone else do anything of the same thing?

I didn't, but wish I would've!

The universe responds to action. I really do believe that! My very best to you! (I really MEAN that).

whodatpat · March 28th, 2008, 07:08 AM

You can always buy another GN. You may never get another chance in life to follow your dreams.

I REALLY REALLY wanted a Grand National untill I could afford one. Then I wanted something else. :-)

geddins · March 28th, 2008, 07:15 AM

Way wahy way back when my dad came into my bedroom one night and said

"If you really really think you want to make a living with that guitar, get up in the morning, sell your car and anything else you don't absolutely have to have to live, pack up and head to Nashville....you'll never KNOW until you try".

I didn't do it....and it took me a LONG time to get over not giving it a go....good on you for chasing that sucker down. Catch it, hang on for dear life and don't EVER give up.

Keep us informed here so old farts like me can live vicariously through your adventures!

Good luck!

76telepicker · March 28th, 2008, 07:22 AM

Ahh thanks guys i needed to read some of these posts! I like having support that im making the right decision on this one...There have been plenty of memories in it but i guess you dont hold on to memories with possesions as much as thoughts so i guess i can stand to see it go. Now lets pray i have a little bit of talent eh?

neocaster · March 28th, 2008, 08:57 AM

Your commitment is astounding. Personal sacrifices usually develop character. I bet that could set you apart more than raw talent in an entertainment town. EVen if it doesn't, I'm damned proud to share a forum with you.

Doug Ferguson · March 28th, 2008, 09:09 AM

All the best to you, my friend. Follow the music, see where it takes you. I have (and still do). No regrets.

Gaber_771 · March 28th, 2008, 09:09 AM

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Originally Posted by geddins

Keep us informed here so old farts like me can live vicariously through your adventures!

Young fats that don't have the brass to give it a shot would like to do some vicarious living as well...

jclark · March 28th, 2008, 09:14 AM

you're making the right move! You can get another car, but the time you have in your life to take chances like that is short. You have a great head on your shoulders to be willing to do what you have to to follow your dream. And when it all works out, you can buy seven cars - one for each day of the week. And you cans tart threads here like "Maple v. Rosewood" steering wheel.

TheGoodTexan · March 28th, 2008, 09:17 AM

aaaaaaah.......the "Corvette Killer"...!!!

If you don't mind me asking....what was your selling price?

There's two Grand Nationals at a car lot less than a mile from my house. I haven't stopped to closely inspect them yet....but one of them has $25,000 marked on the windshield in shoe-polish.

jonitkin · March 28th, 2008, 09:35 AM

One bit of advice from a fellow young guy fighting the good fight in an entertainment town...

Be loose, be creative, be flexible, be dedicated, and don't see things in black and white. The music business is really changing, and it's the people in the trenches now who are at the absolute cutting edge, only because we have no choice...

good luck!!

emu! · March 28th, 2008, 09:46 AM

WOW!

When I was 19, I had only a beat up, oil burning Vega with an air conditioning problem.

Good luck in Nashville and keep us informed.

76telepicker · March 28th, 2008, 09:51 AM

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Originally Posted by TheGoodTexan

aaaaaaah.......the "Corvette Killer"...!!!

If you don't mind me asking....what was your selling price?

There's two Grand Nationals at a car lot less than a mile from my house. I haven't stopped to closely inspect them yet....but one of them has $25,000 marked on the windshield in shoe-polish.

I wish i got $25,000 GZZZ i would be well off then haha...i actually sold mine for $8500.00...which is about the right price for one to go for...really low mile cars have sold for 25,000-30,000 but a typical one shouldnt lol if you're into buying them or learning more go to www.turbobuick.com very nice forum for these cars!

If nothing works out for my music career ill be sure to make something up so you can all vicariously live through my "stories" haha

I think i might purchuse a beater tele to gig with also ill be sure to post some pics! i cant wait now!

GoldieLocks · March 28th, 2008, 10:35 AM

I'm just curious why you picked Nashville? Of course Why not would be a perfectly good answer.

Isn't there too many people there struggling already? Too much competition I would think. I heard alot of people there play for free. I would rather be a BIG fish in a small pond than the opposite.
Although I image record company exec's are probably the laziest most useless people on the planet. So if the Boss screams for a new act...all the talent scouts walk across the street to the pub to see who's playing (and sign them).

I've been very casually trying to be a Big fish for 15 years. The problem is keeping a band together. At least in Nashville you'll find other dedicated hard working musicians (who are very hungry).

Good luck, I wish I could join you. Just don't tell my wife

photoweborama · March 28th, 2008, 10:42 AM

I'm sure it will work out fine for you in the long run.

Me? If I did that, it would just be a waste if money!

ajgus · March 28th, 2008, 10:54 AM

Ahhh...to be 19 again. Good luck. Don't forget us when you're a star.

TheGoodTexan · March 28th, 2008, 10:55 AM

Here's my advice on moving to Nashville...

Don't follow "the rules"...follow your heart.
Don't let anyone tell you "this is how it's done around here".
Don't give anyone any money for anything.
Don't get a girl friend (unless she's wealthy).
Live as absolutely cheaply as possible.

By living as cheaply as possible, I mean, find the cheapest apartment that you can, and try to find someone to split the costs with...someone that you can trust of course. Find a garage apartment behind some old couple's house or something...for a few hundred a month. As cheap as possible!

Doing this frees you up to get employment that is less demanding of you....allowing you to hit the music scene as much as possible.

And don't ever dismiss anyone as not having what it takes, or not having enough talent. (Unfortunately) Talent is only one part of the equation. Network and make friends with as many people as possible. Plug into the local scene and go out and watch live music on as many nights as possible...and as many genres as possible.

You can skip the "Blues Jams"...and local sit-ins...unless you want to take part for the fun of it. I've found that most of them around here are lame....and a lot of them have died off in the past several years since karoke has come on so strong in the bars.

March 27th, 2008, 11:42 PM	#3 (permalink)
JimiBryant Tele-Afflicted Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Chicago Chicago that toddlin' town Age: 46 Posts: 1,718	you've got cojones, my friend.. the very best of luck to you for sure!! that is a sweet lookin' ride - I'm sure you've got some good memories in it. __________________ *we all shine on, like the moon and the stars and the sun.*

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studio1087 Friend of Leo's Join Date: May 2003 Location: Near Milwaukee Age: 44 Posts: 3,769 36 Photos	I have not done what you're doing but I admire your ambition. Look forward. Pursue your dream. That's fantastic. __________________ JLG Carry On

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Jakedog Friend of Leo's Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Cleveland,OH But my heart's still in TE Posts: 2,982	Good for you man. I know how hard something like this can be. I'm several years older than you (won't say how many), I have done it several times, and am about to do it again. So far, all I have to show for it is an empty wallet, a lot of disappointment, and a butt load of experience, both good and extremely bad, that I wouldn't trade for the world. I've had two record deals, one of them with a major, that NOTHING ever came from. No records were ever even released. I say this not to deter you, but to inspire you, and tell you you're doing the right thing. I was younger than you the first time I split home to "make it big". I have a wife, kids, and a ton of responsibilities now, but I haven't quit, and as I said, am in the midst of dropping ballast, and raising money for yet another rally. If you have true talent, the only reason you won't eventually make SOMETHING of it, is if you stop trying. Don't forget it. And best of luck. -Jake __________________ "Them that don't know him won't like him, and them that do sometimes won't know how to take him..."

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Trimmed&Burnin Tele-Holic Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Bellingham Wa Age: 54 Posts: 808	Now is the best time I always say,,, give it your best. Dont sweat the car,,, I've sold a bunch of classic 40's-50's Fords, Chevy's, and Plymouths over the years to fund everything from work ventures to paying doctor bills for my family. Things can be replaced,, a day gone by is gone. Good luck man! __________________ Keep your lamp Trimmed And Burnin Shannon,

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Veitchy Tele-Holic Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Adelaide, South Australia Age: 19 Posts: 872	Best of luck man. You clearly have the dedication. __________________ Livin' youre dreams, Woah you on top. My mind is aching, Lord it wont stop. Thats how it happens livin' life by the drop.

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Big John Friend of Leo's Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Suffolk UK Posts: 4,390 33 Photos	Best wishes !!!, put the money from the Buick to good use, don't regret it. __________________ If you are going to be a bear, be a grizzly !!

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whodatpat Tele-Meister Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: College Park MD Age: 36 Posts: 267	You can always buy another GN. You may never get another chance in life to follow your dreams. I REALLY REALLY wanted a Grand National untill I could afford one. Then I wanted something else. :-) __________________ What this thread needs is more cowbell. Run Pat Run

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geddins Tele-Afflicted Join Date: May 2005 Location: Texas Age: 46 Posts: 1,815	Way wahy way back when my dad came into my bedroom one night and said "If you really really think you want to make a living with that guitar, get up in the morning, sell your car and anything else you don't absolutely have to have to live, pack up and head to Nashville....you'll never KNOW until you try". I didn't do it....and it took me a LONG time to get over not giving it a go....good on you for chasing that sucker down. Catch it, hang on for dear life and don't EVER give up. Keep us informed here so old farts like me can live vicariously through your adventures! Good luck! __________________ www.myspace.com/gregeddins

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76telepicker TDPRI Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Austin Texas Age: 19 Posts: 58	Ahh thanks guys i needed to read some of these posts! I like having support that im making the right decision on this one...There have been plenty of memories in it but i guess you dont hold on to memories with possesions as much as thoughts so i guess i can stand to see it go. Now lets pray i have a little bit of talent eh?

March 28th, 2008, 08:57 AM	#13 (permalink)
neocaster Friend of Leo's Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Chester County, PA Age: 35 Posts: 3,492 11 Photos	Your commitment is astounding. Personal sacrifices usually develop character. I bet that could set you apart more than raw talent in an entertainment town. EVen if it doesn't, I'm damned proud to share a forum with you.

March 28th, 2008, 09:09 AM	#14 (permalink)
Doug Ferguson Tele-Afflicted Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Indianapolis, IN Age: 55 Posts: 1,547	All the best to you, my friend. Follow the music, see where it takes you. I have (and still do). No regrets. __________________ If you get hung up on just guitar players, you've missed something.... Don't ever get to a point where you just gotta be a guitar player. You hear something, go try to get that note and sound as much like that as you can.-Buddy Guy

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jclark Tele-Meister Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: new jersey Age: 43 Posts: 227	you're making the right move! You can get another car, but the time you have in your life to take chances like that is short. You have a great head on your shoulders to be willing to do what you have to to follow your dream. And when it all works out, you can buy seven cars - one for each day of the week. And you cans tart threads here like "Maple v. Rosewood" steering wheel.

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jonitkin Tele-Meister Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: New York City Age: 25 Posts: 182	One bit of advice from a fellow young guy fighting the good fight in an entertainment town... Be loose, be creative, be flexible, be dedicated, and don't see things in black and white. The music business is really changing, and it's the people in the trenches now who are at the absolute cutting edge, only because we have no choice... good luck!! __________________ www.jonitkin.com wwww.myspace.com/jonitkin

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emu! Tele-Afflicted Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Location Location Posts: 1,046	WOW! When I was 19, I had only a beat up, oil burning Vega with an air conditioning problem. Good luck in Nashville and keep us informed.

March 28th, 2008, 10:35 AM	#21 (permalink)
GoldieLocks Tele-Holic Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Abbotsford B.C. Posts: 823	Why Nashville? I'm just curious why you picked Nashville? Of course Why not would be a perfectly good answer. Isn't there too many people there struggling already? Too much competition I would think. I heard alot of people there play for free. I would rather be a BIG fish in a small pond than the opposite. Although I image record company exec's are probably the laziest most useless people on the planet. So if the Boss screams for a new act...all the talent scouts walk across the street to the pub to see who's playing (and sign them). I've been very casually trying to be a Big fish for 15 years. The problem is keeping a band together. At least in Nashville you'll find other dedicated hard working musicians (who are very hungry). Good luck, I wish I could join you. Just don't tell my wife __________________ "How little I know inspires me tremendously! I'm a huge fan of other people's playing." Bonnie Raitt

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photoweborama Tele-Afflicted Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Sacramento, CA Age: 50 Posts: 1,461 15 Photos	I'm sure it will work out fine for you in the long run. Me? If I did that, it would just be a waste if money! __________________ Best guitar photos on the net! photoweborama.com!

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ajgus Tele-Afflicted Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: chicago Posts: 1,998	Ahhh...to be 19 again. Good luck. Don't forget us when you're a star. __________________ "I'll eat up all your crackers & your licorice. Hey yo, fat girl...come here...are you ticklish?" - Sir Humpty Hump