Our band, Fate Hates Me, is an odd mix. I am 55, and am a guitarist, singer, and writer. My band mates include my 21 year old son on bass, a 54 yr old drummer , a classically trained female pianist/singer in her 30s, and a 50 yr old lead player. We all come from wildly different musical backgrounds, but somehow, it works. We have just begun to record professionally.
It is the reason for sanity. It allows an outlet to scream at the sky, and declare my feelings valid, in a mad world.
To make music without fear. To be able to play music and have it pay the bill like my real job.
Another world.
I am a huge admirer of Styx, which tends toward harmonies, but I like my music much heavier.
Feelings. I can express them better in music than I ever could with words alone.
I just want listeners to feel what I feel, depending on the song.
Thrilled.
I think there are millions of us reaching for a vastly limited number of spots.
It is good. As I just got here, I reserve the right to change my mind later. I do not yet understand all the criteria, but give it time.
Other musicians. The ones I click with, it is a beautiful thing. When I do not, it is aggravating.
I do go see other bands, but I would not say with any regularity. I still work a day job.
Charisma, ability, and knowing the right people are all huge.