Wanna Join Iced Earth? Calling All Bassists!

1408

ICED EARTH is seeking a deeply passionate and motivated bass guitarist to complete the band's touring lineup for the 2008 tour season. If you have the chops to join Jon Schaffer and Brent Smedley in metal's most bulletproof rhythm section, read on.

Applicants MUST possess the following:

1. A demonstrated ability to play with impeccable timing and accuracy.
2. A commanding stage presence that bleeds intensity, aggression, and emotion.
3. Confidence in themselves but also a willingness to be a team player.
4. Proficiency in finger-style playing with some picking experience.
5. Residency in the United States (Midwest residence is a bonus, but not required).
6. A familiarity with the ICED EARTH catalog.
7. A flexible work schedule, as this is not an offer for a full-time band position. However, should you land the gig and exceed our expectations in 2008, an opportunity for further collaboration on tour and in the studio will certainly be considered.

Applicants should submit the following:

1. A demo video on DVD is preferred, but an audio CD or cassette tape of your performance is also acceptable.
2. A photo of yourself if you do not submit a demo in video format.
3. A brief biography outlining your experience and gear setup.
4. Contact address, e-mail address, and phone number should we wish to interview you further.

ICED EARTH writes in a press release, "Before we outline the format of your demo submission, know that, we ARE NOT INTERESTED in listening to a fully produced recording. DO NOT send us ONLY a finished CD release from any band that you have played with. We cannot judge your level of timing and accuracy if you send us a recording that's been mixed and produced. A simple LIVE home video or audio recording on a CD/cassette tape that documents your playing is all we need to know if you possess the finely-tuned skills we require. This, in addition to any recording of a live performance will be a plus in telling us what we need to know."

The following is what is required for further consideration:

1. A recording of you sitting down by yourself and playing LIVE along to a click-track.
2. Playing a minimum of four songs of varying tempos from ICED EARTH or a combination of songs from ICED EARTH and legendary bands such as IRON MAIDEN, BLACK SABBATH or RUSH. Pick well-known songs with challenging bass lines.

Please send your bio and demo materials in video or audio format to:

Spirit of 76 Collectibles
1728 17th Street
Columbus, Indiana
47201

* Please note that demos will not be returned.

If you have further questions, e-mail webmaster@icedearth.com.

GhostInTheRuins

Is this for real?

If this is true IE are turning into one big joke tbh.

Karl Hungus

1408 wrote: »

5. Residency in the United States (Midwest residence is a bonus, but not required).

Don't see why you're posting this on an Irish website, seeing as most people posting here aren't US residents.

1408

Karl Hungus wrote: »

Don't see why you're posting this on an Irish website, seeing as most people posting here aren't US residents.

I didnt post it here with the intention of someone applying for the position, since this isnt a recruitment website, I just taught it was a novel way of a band scouting for a new bassist. And yes it is genuine

Mr. CooL ICE

I'd rather eat worm-infested dog excrement than play in the same band as Jon Schaffer. How anyone could live with themselves after playing When The Eagle Cries is beyond me

GhostInTheRuins

LordChessington wrote: »

I'd rather eat worm-infested dog excrement than play in the same band as Jon Schaffer. How anyone could live with themselves after playing When The Eagle Cries is beyond me

Haha, I think Night of the Stormrider and Burnt Offerings make up for that though.

But seriously, is Schaffer too cheap to pay for a decent touring bassist that he wants to give someone the 'privilege' of playing for next to nothing?

FunkZ

Ah fcuk off Iced Earth.