it’s getting busy in here!
The site is getting 30 visits a second right now. If shes running a lil slow, we apologize.
In other news: “Learn How To Play an Instrument” is #23 on the list. So far, we’re about halfway to crossing it off. Duncan is learning how to play guitar and I (Jonnie) am learning how to play the piano. Dave and Ben are still looking for their instrument of choice. Any recommendations?
what do you want to do before you die?
I decided in January that #101 on the list should be “Play in a Band.” So, I started a band. We’re called bikini and we make melodramatic pop music for teenagers and people with schoolyard crushes.
We just did a remix of Feist’s 1,2,3,4 too. Check it out HERE
My recomendation is the tuba. I’ve played it for 3 years and I LOVE it.
the only problem would be that you couldn’t play it in your band (which i checked out and absolutley love the remix so i’m adding you on myspace).
nice : )
Comment by Madeline — May 31, 2008 @ 7:03 pm
I would go for electric guitar, or bass guitar. Very easy to learn. And totally awesome to rock out on!
Comment by Remco Gerritsen — May 31, 2008 @ 7:46 pm
The violin, it has a beautiful and unique sound that adds a little twist to your band.
Comment by K. — May 31, 2008 @ 8:34 pm
Harmonica. It’s easy and you can take it anywhere.
Comment by karmazon — June 1, 2008 @ 3:30 am
The Saxophone. A blast to play, and the sound is so rich and beautiful to the ears.
Comment by Michael — June 1, 2008 @ 3:34 am
Try the theremin (look it up if you’ve never heard of it), there is a global shortage of thereminists in the world and no other instrument I’ve ever played has gotten so much attention at gigs, plus it’s great fun to play and it sounds incredible.
Comment by Kevin — June 1, 2008 @ 7:20 am
Most definitely the banjo or dobro – two rockin instruments. I mean, who doesn’t want to have a duel with another banjo player?
Comment by Andrea — June 1, 2008 @ 2:54 pm
Saxaphone all the way!
Comment by Emily — June 1, 2008 @ 3:26 pm
Banjo - genius instrument, quite hard to play though
Comment by sexualcheese — June 1, 2008 @ 4:58 pm
I think mallet percussion is totally your guys’ style…marimba, xylophone, vibraphone, etc. It’s awesome once you get it down, goes great in bands of all kinds or on its own, and…chicks dig it!
Comment by Leenski — June 1, 2008 @ 5:47 pm
The list in general: haven’t read the whole thing but I strongly believe getting married should be on there!
Easiest solo instrument: clarinet
Comment by Matt — June 1, 2008 @ 9:26 pm
Dave on drums for sure, and something querky for Ben like a banjo.
Congrats on youtube boys! I’m still anxiously awaiting to see the next trailer…
Comment by Kiki — June 1, 2008 @ 11:01 pm
one of the best stringed instruments…. Ukulele! seriously.
i have played banjo, guitar, mandolin. Uke’s rock my world now. you can play any style, they are small, take ‘em anywhere anytime,easy to learn,(i suggest Tenor Uke) can come amplified, or not.
check out the band Kanekoa, particularly their CD “From The Belly of the Demi-God” and their take on the song “Down Under” also any CD by Jake Shimabakura. these two artists take Ukes into the 21st century. you will never go back…
let me know if you get one or need help selecting one…
ranger
Comment by Ranger — June 2, 2008 @ 2:51 am
Ask the right question, you will get your choice of answers!
Comment by Co9Mom — June 2, 2008 @ 12:53 pm
Accordeon!!!! Really cool, and everybody loves it (I wish I could play an instrument, and especially one like that!)
Comment by Stevie — June 2, 2008 @ 4:03 pm