Shawn0647 + Musician in St. Charles, IL

SEEKING

ABOUT

Updated April 2024: Looking for female or male lead vocalist.
Please contact me at:
shawn.contreras at live dot com
or text me on my mobile at:
Six 3 zero
3 zero 3
Zero 6 four 7

Does anyone like to just play anymore? Rehearsal commitment should be consistently 2 times per week at minimum for 3-4 hours each especially if you're not playing that weekend, it should be equally as fun as gigging and not like “punching a clock”!

Seeking like musicians to play large diverse covers from classic/current rock, & modern country hits. No egos or drugs; interested in having fun and playing songs for audiences. Must be solid & choose RELEVANT songs. I have a family & day job and looking for like players of interest. I'm NOT looking to do this for a living; but to have fun rehearsing as much as bringing enjoyment to others at gigs.

I have played professionally for 30+ years. Played Chicago famous clubs, weddings, biker parties, fests, etc. as well as 15+ years gigging thru an agent EVERY weekend (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) throughout the Pacific Northwest. Not looking to play that frequent any more; only 1-2 times per month.

I am happy switching on and off the lead vocals with others. I don't need the spotlight; performing strong vocal harmonies are equally important to me. I play rhythm, lead guitar, and sing.

+ Looking for TEAM players

Music appreciation, personality, & attitude is key to good chemistry. Looking for this to be long-time friendships as well as producing good music and having fun!

Prefer to practice nights: Mon, Tues, Wed, Thursday, Friday. Saturday day or night & Sunday day.

I have secure rehearsal space in St. Charles/South Elgin border - West of Fox River with equipment just need players!

Screen name:

Shawn0647

Member since:

Oct 10 2015

Active within 1 week

Level of commitment:

Very Committed

Years playing music:

35

Gigs played:

Over 100

Tend to practice:

More than 3 times per week

Available to gig:

1 night a week

Most available:

Nights

Influences

Too many to list.

Diversity is key!!! I'm open and interested in playing in a modern country, pop, & rock band. Ideally, it would be a combination of all 3 playing recognizable music and even a few originals, if anyone wants!

Instrument experience:

Vocalist:

Expert

Vocalist - Tenor:

Expert

Rhythm Guitar:

Advanced

Lead Guitar:

Advanced

Acoustic Guitar:

Advanced

EQUIPMENT

ESP Ltd EC-1000T
Dean Zelinsky Dellatura Private Label Telecaster
Schecter Stratocaster Nick Johnston
Mesa Boogie Mark V 35 head
Panama 1x12 cab
Mesa Boogie Rectoverb 25 Tube Amp
Yamaha Bass
Trace Elliot Elf w/ 2x8"
Mesa Boogie Subway 1x12"
Mapex drum kit
Mackie Mixer
Yamaha speakers
Power amps
LED Par 64's