I have a practice/rehersal space in an old factory now converted for artist use called "Jam>Space" that I jointly rent with about a dozen other players of various instruments. We play in two slightly different bands, because this is all my doing, I am in both. The tuesday night band, is more rehearsed and we play a set list (usually). The Friday night band is more of a jam session. Tell us the key we should be in, step up to the mic and lets rock. We have a couple of drum kits, a percussion rig, hammond, leslie, mics, pa, recording equip, siezure inducing lights, amps and a lounge area with couches and tables.
We all pay dues based on how often we are at Jam>Space to play and how much we CAN contribute. No money is no reason NOT to play. We have never had trouble paying rent. We all have real jobs and careers that provide for the needs of modern life. We play music the way some people play softball. It is our release and our team-time. We have played-out but, frankly, the effort it takes to haul all the gear, the headache of hooking everything up, the strain on the equipment and the time it takes, we really are not intrested. If we paid ourselves what we thought it is worth to move everthing, we would price ourselves out of the market. It is more fun for us to hang-out, play what we want, when we want, for US and in a place we are secure and comfortable. We pay to play, grin a lot and when I am done, I cover my equipment, and pack-out my guitar ONLY. We lock the door and set the alarm. Home by 10:30, rested by morning and ready to go to work again. It is a perfect scenario.
Jam>Space is available in your area, inquire through me.
