"A Prelude To...Some Damn Good News"!!!

Sorrell · April 21st, 2008, 01:26 AM

Okay, everyone here knows about the string of bad luck that has plagued this band. If ya don't...forget that I mentioned it and read on.

Two things have occurred recently that have renewed my faith in this band. With the release of the new record, I actually see the possibility of being heard, and appreciated for what I (we) really are. Two people have brought that dream within our grasp.

First: I've been reluctant to announce the "Welcome Back" to our long lost bass player, Paul Lamb. I was reluctant because we have yet to rehearse with him. But, bearing in mind that he is a professional, on a level that I only dream of being, I fear not! He is always prepared and is a great performer. He will definitely bring the low-end to APT!

Secondly: A man I met some 15 years ago, named Aaron Prien, has agreed to fill in the gaps between our recordings and the frightening actuality of a 4-man-band.

We set our sites unrealistically high while recording this album. There are too many keyboards at once. There are holes left in the rhythm guitar department while I take solos (lots of 'em

). Some ass-hat (ME!) sang just outside of his ability in the studio. And, harmony guitar solos were going to be mono! But, the thought of adding another guy to the mix was a horrifying possibility.

Then, along came Aaron.

Aaron has the ability to cover all the missing guitar and keyboard parts, while saving my dumb-ass by singing some of the stupidly high vocal lines, therefor reducing my blood pressure and allowing me to relax a bit and focus on the guitar (his vocal range makes me look sick!). All this, while being one of the best people I've ever met. I just never thought he'd actually want to play with us.

I can finally see the possibility of us sounding like the band I've always wanted to hear, live!

I'll keep everyone updated.

SRS

Jax · April 21st, 2008, 08:45 AM

Exciting stuff indeed! Can't wait to hear you guys live!

stryder · April 21st, 2008, 09:58 AM

I am looking forward to hearing this line up, and digesting live APTP !!!

Was Paul on the Lamb?

:-) JED

Welcome back Paul , you are a amazing talent and the only guy I know who plays moog foot pedals.

Sorrell · April 21st, 2008, 01:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stryder

Was Paul on the Lamb?

Almost. He was in Germany.

Quote:

Originally Posted by stryder

Welcome back Paul , you are a amazing talent and the only guy I know who plays moog foot pedals.

Love those Moog pedals!!

SRS

Bartman · April 21st, 2008, 01:31 PM

Sweet!! Now Aaron can do all the Ritchie Sambora parts when you guys cover "Wanted Dead Or Alive"

In all seriousness, this is fantastic news for the band!! Congrats yo.

~B

Sorrell · April 21st, 2008, 01:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bartman

Sweet!! Now Aaron can do all the Ritchie Sambora parts when you guys cover "Wanted Dead Or Alive"

~B

Asshole! You blew our encore surprise!

Actually, I still have my heart set on doing Mandy by Barry Manilow for an encore. Luckilly, there are no encores anywhere in our near future.

SRS

SharkBlack · April 21st, 2008, 03:27 PM

Very cool, can't wait to hear it all LIVE! Rockin Brotha!!

koelling · April 22nd, 2008, 12:58 PM

I remember when I first suggested adding Aaron to the live line up. I was afraid Sorrell might feel like I was stepping on his toes. But, as always, he felt the same thing I did. It's not about the spotlight or the "hey, look at me!" desire - it's about transferring our music (which is so close to us) to the live show without compromising the emotion. When Sorrell switches to his lead patch and the rhythm guitar disappears the emotion gets immediately sucked out and leaves it completely up to me to play those huge chords under his amazing solos. That's a huge weight on me, and there's nothing I can do about the awkward transition and the obvious disappearance of the rhythm guitar. My solos all require my left hand going to the pitch bend wheel, so I can't play any organ or string parts under them....so the same problem ensues.

Adding another musician was the obvious answer...and lucky for us it's not just "another guy". Aaron's personality is second to none. He's completely low (if not "non") maintenance and when you're a bunch of old guys just trying to enjoy the rehearsals and live experience, that's a huge factor. Both Sorrell and I have very long lists of the ass hats we've dealt with in the past. Mix Paul's laid back and warm personality and suddenly we have all the makings of having a great sounding band who will all get along great and have plenty of laughs.

I am really looking forward to working with this group of guys. Looking forward to rehearsals is something I have not been able to do for a very long time. This is going to be a fun ride.

Jax · April 22nd, 2008, 02:46 PM

It's so nice to see things falling into place slowly but surely..slow & steady wins the race.

missjelloshot · April 22nd, 2008, 09:45 PM

Glad to see that you're finding all the pieces of your musical puzzle.

BlueRaja · April 22nd, 2008, 10:58 PM

Damn good news indeed!
Paul's very talented, and a sweet guy as well. Congrats, guys.

April 21st, 2008, 01:26 AM	#1 (permalink)
Sorrell APT Guitarist/vocalist Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Fairfield, CA Posts: 325	"A Prelude To...Some Damn Good News"!!! Okay, everyone here knows about the string of bad luck that has plagued this band. If ya don't...forget that I mentioned it and read on. Two things have occurred recently that have renewed my faith in this band. With the release of the new record, I actually see the possibility of being heard, and appreciated for what I (we) really are. Two people have brought that dream within our grasp. First: I've been reluctant to announce the "Welcome Back" to our long lost bass player, Paul Lamb. I was reluctant because we have yet to rehearse with him. But, bearing in mind that he is a professional, on a level that I only dream of being, I fear not! He is always prepared and is a great performer. He will definitely bring the low-end to APT! Secondly: A man I met some 15 years ago, named Aaron Prien, has agreed to fill in the gaps between our recordings and the frightening actuality of a 4-man-band. We set our sites unrealistically high while recording this album. There are too many keyboards at once. There are holes left in the rhythm guitar department while I take solos (lots of 'em ). Some ass-hat (ME!) sang just outside of his ability in the studio. And, harmony guitar solos were going to be mono! But, the thought of adding another guy to the mix was a horrifying possibility. Then, along came Aaron. Aaron has the ability to cover all the missing guitar and keyboard parts, while saving my dumb-ass by singing some of the stupidly high vocal lines, therefor reducing my blood pressure and allowing me to relax a bit and focus on the guitar (his vocal range makes me look sick!). All this, while being one of the best people I've ever met. I just never thought he'd actually want to play with us. I can finally see the possibility of us sounding like the band I've always wanted to hear, live! I'll keep everyone updated. SRS __________________ Give a man a fish, he'll eat for a day. Give a man religion and he'll starve to death, praying for a fish.

April 21st, 2008, 08:45 AM	#2 (permalink)
Jax Forum Goddess Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 8,624	Exciting stuff indeed! Can't wait to hear you guys live! __________________ chants WLOJ..WLOJ..

April 21st, 2008, 01:31 PM	#5 (permalink)
Bartman Chinese fighter pilot Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Ranch on Mars Posts: 118	Sweet!! Now Aaron can do all the Ritchie Sambora parts when you guys cover "Wanted Dead Or Alive" In all seriousness, this is fantastic news for the band!! Congrats yo. ~B __________________ Me can't wait for the 'Clay Aiken makin' bacon with a hairy Jamaican' sex tape.

April 21st, 2008, 03:27 PM	#7 (permalink)
SharkBlack Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: San Jose, Ca Posts: 1,857	Very cool, can't wait to hear it all LIVE! Rockin Brotha!! __________________ www.myspace.com/raiderblack Is he smiling? Or does he want to eat you?

April 22nd, 2008, 12:58 PM	#8 (permalink)
koelling APT Keyboardist Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 295	I remember when I first suggested adding Aaron to the live line up. I was afraid Sorrell might feel like I was stepping on his toes. But, as always, he felt the same thing I did. It's not about the spotlight or the "hey, look at me!" desire - it's about transferring our music (which is so close to us) to the live show without compromising the emotion. When Sorrell switches to his lead patch and the rhythm guitar disappears the emotion gets immediately sucked out and leaves it completely up to me to play those huge chords under his amazing solos. That's a huge weight on me, and there's nothing I can do about the awkward transition and the obvious disappearance of the rhythm guitar. My solos all require my left hand going to the pitch bend wheel, so I can't play any organ or string parts under them....so the same problem ensues. Adding another musician was the obvious answer...and lucky for us it's not just "another guy". Aaron's personality is second to none. He's completely low (if not "non") maintenance and when you're a bunch of old guys just trying to enjoy the rehearsals and live experience, that's a huge factor. Both Sorrell and I have very long lists of the ass hats we've dealt with in the past. Mix Paul's laid back and warm personality and suddenly we have all the makings of having a great sounding band who will all get along great and have plenty of laughs. I am really looking forward to working with this group of guys. Looking forward to rehearsals is something I have not been able to do for a very long time. This is going to be a fun ride. __________________ I need to find a better sig than this one

April 21st, 2008, 09:58 AM	#3 (permalink)
stryder Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Murrieta Posts: 128	I am looking forward to hearing this line up, and digesting live APTP !!! Was Paul on the Lamb? :-) JED Welcome back Paul , you are a amazing talent and the only guy I know who plays moog foot pedals.

April 22nd, 2008, 02:46 PM	#9 (permalink)
Jax Forum Goddess Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 8,624	It's so nice to see things falling into place slowly but surely..slow & steady wins the race. __________________ chants WLOJ..WLOJ..

April 22nd, 2008, 09:45 PM	#10 (permalink)
missjelloshot APT stockholder Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Bremerton, WA Posts: 22	Glad to see that you're finding all the pieces of your musical puzzle. __________________ I am who I am and I make no excuses for that. You can accept me or get the hell outta my way..." ~Missy 650 CC&D: May 2008 Bike of the Month http://www.stargis.net/webslinger/MissJelloShot.htm Come find me... http://www.myspace.com/missjelloshot

April 22nd, 2008, 10:58 PM	#11 (permalink)
BlueRaja Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Washington Posts: 20	Damn good news indeed! Paul's very talented, and a sweet guy as well. Congrats, guys.