Western Jam, Firebird Studios, Bristol - 7th Dec 2025

Brocco

I'm aiming to get there for about 10 as well (in the past we have started with the track list around 11)

Vibetronic

roberty said:

Hi, apologies for the radio silence, I'm still burnt out and not able to do a lot

We've got the Engine Room on the 7th until 5pm at the latest but we can start when we like

Last time we had the room, the PA and drum shells, and brought everything else, and the total cost for the day was £132

Likewise Really sorry for not replying sooner, but I won't be able to make this one unfortunately. Had a knackering few weeks, ending up with a week of looking after a poorly daughter and awful sleep. Finally got some antibiotics today so she should be on the mend soon - the GP surgery told us her wee sample was clear, but then called today to say actually it wasn't, and she needs medicine (so has been feeling like crap unnecessarily for a couple of days more than she should have). Hope you all have a great day  - I will look forward to the videos - and I will definitely definitely be at the next one; I hate missing out and not catching up with everyone!

Bennyboy-UK

Oh matey, take it steady and love to you and the family! See you when we see you

spark240

Most bases seem to be covered....anything missing ?.....I keep a few bits and Bobs...

mart

And I'll be there with a bass or two, probably around 10:30 depending on the M4 traffic.

SPECTRUM001

Hi chaps, apologies for the late reply ! I should be with you for around 10.30 - traffic should be ok as it's Sunday.

Btw, I've listened to Molly's Chambers a couple of times, so if we do include, I'd be happy to have a go at second guitar. That said, I will need to use an amp again, as my little Vox AV15 wouldn't have enough push.

Bennyboy-UK

Happy for anyone to use my gear (if they want to, that is!)

stratman3142

I'll bring a bass amp and at least two small, but loud, guitar amps that anyone can use.

Brocco

SPECTRUM001 said

Btw, I've listened to Molly's Chambers a couple of times, so if we do include, I'd be happy to have a go at second guitar.

you are more than welcome to join me on 2nd guitar or you could do your own run through if you prefer 

Brocco

roberty said

We've got the Engine Room on the 7th until 5pm at the latest but we can start when we like

Last time we had the room, the PA and drum shells, and brought everything else, and the total cost for the day was £132

@roberty now that we know there will be nine of us tomorrow we could each pay you our share - how can we best do that?  Also, given the distances that some are travelling, just double-checking that we will be able to access Firebird from 10am?

stratman3142

Brocco said:

roberty said

We've got the Engine Room on the 7th until 5pm at the latest but we can start when we like

Last time we had the room, the PA and drum shells, and brought everything else, and the total cost for the day was £132

@roberty now that we know there will be nine of us tomorrow we could each pay you our share - how can we best do that?  Also, given the distances that some are travelling, just double-checking that we will be able to access Firebird from 10am?

...and to double-check that we've got the combination to the outside loo, which is important to a man of my age

mrkb

Toilet code was 12679 for the last few times we beeen there

spark240

Great to catch up with everyone today !...Apologies my practice wasn't the best this time but we got through It ;-)

Added kudos to @mrkb @mart @Norm for standing fast on every song !

Bennyboy-UK

I loved meeting everyone again and for the first time - you boys cranking out the rhythm section and singing were bloody wonderful and such a luxury to have you nice one @Norm @mart and @mrkb! ;

Fantastic time and great work with all the organisation boys. 

It’s a safe space for guitar hermits like me to have a proper bash and learn some live craft - power socket phase problems and levels today!

I’ll post some snaps and video soon.

Cheers all,
Ben.

PS Now I REALLY want a Mustang!

stratman3142

Great to meet up again and loads of fun. Some pictures below:

Brocco

Looking forward to seeing the photos and videos. Everyone was on fine form today. It is always a pleasure making music with such a talented and friendly bunch.

stratman3142

A brief video clip.

mart

Lots of fun today, thanks to everyone for both the playing and singing, but also the organizing - much appreciated.

mrkb

Thanks for all the effort the attendees put in today - always great to play in such a friendly and entertaining atmosphere. 

Am always amazed that we get through new tracks pretty well first try!
We missed you Roberty- hope things are better for you soon.

Look forward to the next one!

mrkb

Space Oddity

https://youtu.be/Y3hmKIagYmo?si=w5aJSbeOlbGWx_wu