Being in a Rush tribute band really limits the scope of potential musicians to those who are willing and able to do it, so I tend not to have high expectations of becoming close friends with the people I play with. I just want reliable and competent people who keep their egos in check (which is a bit of a challenge with some of the ones who play at that level). I have been lucky to have been with the same bassist/singer for 12 years and we get along great - if he ever quits, I am done because I could never find the 2 people I would need to replace him. We had more issues with drummers - we've been through 4 in that time, and the big issues are either egos, health issues or commitment. One guy ghosted us for 14 months then asked to join back in - no thanks. Getting too old for this
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