Yesterday a bit of a burner but some cool stuff.
Went to 711 for a vape. Walked two blocks over to land rough demos, and it didn't work. Went back, the next one lasted I'd say about 40 puffs, again, the same thing happened a few blocks over. They love me there so it was no problem at all.
Then we had a Craigslist rental scammer. Started out normal, them way to aggressive and weird. I was really worried that I gave them my ID, but thanking God that I didn't give them my family's info. When I told them I found something else multiple times they finally said ok. I haven't heard from them since, thankfully/
Because of this the intelligent Indian guy that is used to using a certain table for what he considers his office moved all my stuff, valued at about $600. I got a little loud with him but made no threats. I got in business mode with him and asked for a time limit over and over. After pretending I was threatening him, I closed it with good talk, why don't you make something up and see how that works out for you. Perfectly played on my part. It could mean he's the one who gets kicked out, or something else. Who's to say? I apologized later after blowing off steam (because everything is a poker metaphor) with street music and we did a gentle fist bump. He tells on everyone for everything, I called him out on it loudly and now I got newfound respect.
Christins bailed because of traffic. Perfectly understandable. While talking with her I nailed the closing Desire (U2) harmonica solo and this guy that looked like he knows music have me a big smile and a thumbs up. I kinda wish I wasn't on the phone for her so we could have talked music.
Nina bailed, lol. After all that talk she told me she just woke up at like 1 pm and then I didn't hear from her. IT might be because I closed the conversation with a loud "HOLLA BACK", not sure. She was probably just doing whatever. Not a big deal since I'm not really interested.
The thing that is most unfortunate is I asked the music guy I met the other night (Al) a few questions (all in one text) about time/date of open mic night, the band he recommended, and what songs could be cool for a jam in the key my harmonica is in. Nothing back. Either it's because my fatigue and anxiety were so cranked up that I put in the wrong number, or he was busy. I really hope I hear from him, because this is the thing I was looking forward to significantly more than Christins or Nina.
Then I came home googling bars that were open, but called an audible to go to Rittenhouse Square where everything is beautiful and many great people, musicians, students, etc. out there. Unfortunately since everything was closed, there was pretty much nothing but bums around.
I was warming up in a busy area which was about 30% decent looking people, and some very attractive homeless girl (estimated age 25) asked me for money, but the way she did it was so high speed intelligent and cute, and apologetic for interrupting my rough jam that I almost said yes, and you like to sit down for a bit. Then I decided she was on drugs and said no. Now, we can vote on this, and my position is this. Obviously, the job cannot be messed with, and that is primarily why I said know. Bums know bums, and you don't want to be the known giving moneyman. But, I could have done a lot for her. We could have tried to right silly songs together. I could have put her in the rental or something. Just whatever she needed that wasn't too expensive, and gotten her a job. So, what is the pro move there, all that being said, in your opinion?
On the hugh plus side I ran into this Jazz bar I remember exactly as he was opening the door. I politely asked him if it's ok if I come back, play a little harmonica outside and meet some people. He said yes and gave me a very friendly smile. This could go places. Vote on this, if anyone wants to - to we to a decent collared shirt for that, or the Modest Mouse shirt, since that' what I'm really into? Or maybe a Blues shirt, BB King or something.
I reached out to the School of Rock for vocal lessons. Good reviews for the part, but there's a bunch of kids on their site, so that could be over quick. Old Modest Mouse is very psychotic with a ton of profanity, lol, and geniusly done. Same with U2, Pink Floud, The Beatles (kinda, sometimes), etc. I that doesn't work I'll find something else.
Also leaning toward a guitar and a storage unit. Machu, when you get a chance chime in on a guitar recommendation up to about $500. Good action for rhythm and a little lead.
When I get the new place I'm buying everything, guitar, bass, electric and maybe drums because I actually think I could be good at everything down the line, and if people want to jam then there we go.
I have a rental appointment at 10:15 that looks like a good fit, in Fishtown. There's a bar there that looks like a good place to play.
Hope you guys had a great Holiday.
Wubbles, Piece out.
