JimPowers + Musician in Waxhaw, NC

ABOUT

I am the bassist for the Whiskey Alibi, Grüv Soup, Jammin' T, and Michael Ingmire bands playing around the greater Charlotte area. My musical interests are primarily Rock, Blues, 80's and 90's Alternative and New Country, though I enjoy playing most any kind of positive music, and like to get out to perform. I've played a variety of instruments, but specialize on the bass. My playing style is melodic and ranges from out front for rock, to grooving in the pocket. I also do backing vocals.

I enjoy playing anything from backing for acoustic work to the rock genres listed under my Influences. I also like to get out for jams to meet new musicians and have a good time, and will sit-in or do recording sessions.

Screen name:

JimPowers

Member since:

Jun 26 2008

Active within 1 week

Level of commitment:

Very Committed

Years playing music:

30

Gigs played:

Over 100

Tend to practice:

More than 3 times per week

Available to gig:

2-3 nights a week

Most available:

Nights

Influences

Bass influencers include:

Hendrix/Noel Redding
Paul McCartney
Clapton - Jack Bruce and others
Zepplin - John Paul Jones
Tull - Jeffery Hamond
Who - John Entwhistle
Pearl Jam - Jeff Ament
Rush - Geddy Lee
Yes - Chris Squire

Other honorable mentions:

Miranda Lambert, Patty Loveless, Martina McBride, Jo Dee Messina, Chrissy Hynde, Corrs, Pat Benetar
Toby Keith, Alan Jackson, Keith Urban, Brad Paisley, Tim McGraw

80's Alternative - New Order, Echo & B-Men,Psychedelic Furs, Billy Idol, David Bowie

You name it, if it is positive - Originals, New Country, New Rock, Alternative, New Jazz.

Instrument experience:

Bass Guitar:

Advanced

EQUIPMENT

Modulus Quantum 5, Rickenbacker 4003 basses
NS Electronic Upright - 5 String
Ampeg amplifiers, all of ‘em ;)
Currently using Zoom B3 for DI with IEMs

MUSIC