Shnate McDuanus Posted January 10, 2010 Share Posted January 10, 2010 It's been a little over a year and I can't play like Rory Gallagher yet. I'm giving up on guitar. It's just a shame that I wasted so much on equipment and lessons, and had such a poor outcome from it. Oh well. I guess there's no use in having regrets. I'm done, though. I'm sad that it has to end this way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silenced Fred Posted January 10, 2010 Share Posted January 10, 2010 It's been a little over a year and I can't play like Rory Gallagher yet. I'm giving up on guitar. It's just a shame that I wasted so much on equipment and lessons' date=' and had such a poor outcome from it. Oh well. I guess there's no use in having regrets. I'm done, though. I'm sad that it has to end this way.[/quote'] What......the....Fxck?!?!?!!? Are you serious Don't be stupid Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dem00n Posted January 10, 2010 Share Posted January 10, 2010 Your joking right? If not give you stuff to someone who will admire it and play it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcmurray Posted January 10, 2010 Share Posted January 10, 2010 A year is **** all in the scheme of things mate. Keep at it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Murph Posted January 10, 2010 Share Posted January 10, 2010 Man..... I can't believe you'd quit........ Rory is dead...... I was gonna name my first son Rory, but....... If I was drinkin'...... I couldn't say RORY......... Try it...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KL Posted January 10, 2010 Share Posted January 10, 2010 Don't give up, you get out what you put in. Never mind trying to sound like Rory Gallagher, or anyone else, you will sound like YOU. If you find you are getting really fed up try a different guitar or amplifier. If you find the right guitar that feels and sounds great it will inspire you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murph Posted January 10, 2010 Share Posted January 10, 2010 wooooorrrrryyyyyy.... Swear to God...... Grab a few shots, and say Rory...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murph Posted January 10, 2010 Share Posted January 10, 2010 Roary...... Woorieeeeee..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flyingarmadillo Posted January 10, 2010 Share Posted January 10, 2010 It's been a little over a year and I can't play like Rory Gallagher yet. I'm giving up on guitar. It's just a shame that I wasted so much on equipment and lessons' date=' and had such a poor outcome from it. Oh well. I guess there's no use in having regrets. I'm done, though. I'm sad that it has to end this way.[/quote'] Let's do a little math - Gallagher started playing when he was around 9 and he died when he was 47, seems like you're about 37 years short of the goal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gibson4life Posted January 10, 2010 Share Posted January 10, 2010 wooooorrrrryyyyyy.... Swear to God...... Grab a few shots' date=' and say Rory......[/quote'] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silenced Fred Posted January 10, 2010 Share Posted January 10, 2010 Is someone trying to get some attention? And it ain't Murph.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murph Posted January 10, 2010 Share Posted January 10, 2010 roooooooorie........... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murph Posted January 10, 2010 Share Posted January 10, 2010 Is someone trying to get some attention? And it ain't Murph.... Never. Ever..... Diss the Murph........ Ever................ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silenced Fred Posted January 10, 2010 Share Posted January 10, 2010 Never. Ever..... Diss the Murph........ Ever................ I am not dissing you I respect you tons I think XDemon wants attention Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ledzep59 Posted January 10, 2010 Share Posted January 10, 2010 Really? I just picked up a six string and it just came naturally... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murph Posted January 10, 2010 Share Posted January 10, 2010 Really? I just picked up a six string and it just came naturally... Naked? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murph Posted January 10, 2010 Share Posted January 10, 2010 Really? I just picked up a six string and it just came naturally... My ex wife used to do that....... Man' date=' I miss her...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlie brown Posted January 10, 2010 Share Posted January 10, 2010 It's been a little over a year and I can't play like Rory Gallagher yet. I'm giving up on guitar. It's just a shame that I wasted so much on equipment and lessons' date=' and had such a poor outcome from it. Oh well. I guess there's no use in having regrets. I'm done, though. I'm sad that it has to end this way.[/quote'] Well, if you're no more committed to it, than playing for all of one year, and still not sounding like "Rory Gallagher," then you're probably wise to quit. I understand the frustration, I'll never be EC or Hendrix, either...but, SO WHAT?! None of us will, you know. We might (if lucky, and we work hard enough) approximate that sound, etc. But, it's really best to sound like you! I'd suggest you walk away, for awhile, but not sell your equipment, just yet. You may have a change of heart, and more inspiration, for more "perspiration" (AKA Practice, practice, practice), and things may start to happen, more to your liking. But...it's really up to you, in all accounts. Good luck, XDemonknight...whatever you decide. CB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FirstMeasure Posted January 10, 2010 Share Posted January 10, 2010 Been at it for a little over 20 years, I'm still trying to sound like me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silenced Fred Posted January 10, 2010 Share Posted January 10, 2010 Been at it for a little over 20 years' date=' I'm still trying to sound like me. [/quote'] I play songs, and study artists to compile them together and find what sounds good to me. I want to be me, will I cover songs? Yeah, but I try to add my own twist to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murph Posted January 10, 2010 Share Posted January 10, 2010 Been at it for a little over 20 years' date=' I'm still trying to sound like me. [/quote'] +1. There, my friend, is a good quote........ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FirstMeasure Posted January 10, 2010 Share Posted January 10, 2010 +1. There' date=' my friend, is a good quote........ Thanks Murph. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
surfpup Posted January 10, 2010 Share Posted January 10, 2010 Don't want to tell you what to do, Xdemon, but I think it is important to set realistic goals. I started when I was 15 and I decided I wanted to be good when I was 25. That's 10 years. By 25 I was playing gigs every weekend and doing some recording. Had I wanted to be great in one year, I woulda quit like you are threatening to do. A musical instrument is a lifelong pursuit that requires commitment and dedication. You have to give a lot to get something back. I say stick with it, but if you are looking for instant gratification you need to look somewhere besides music. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GIANTRobOT420 Posted January 10, 2010 Share Posted January 10, 2010 You need a book called Zen Guitar. It will change the way you view guitar playing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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