Why are musicians always late?:

You'd think good timekeeping would come with the territory, but it really doesn't. Anyone got any shit stories? Any unjustifiable cunts wanna explain why they turn up to rehearsals an hour late completely oblivious to how much of an unjustifiable **** they really are?

Sorry, I'm kinda cranky because I have band practise technically starting in 4 minutes, I've phoned around to check that it's definitely on (since last time i had to walk for about half an hour with amps, FX cases etc. only to find that practise had been cancelled literally outside the door) and no-one's answering.

 

I know... people can be a pain in the ass with that... I'm never late for anything. I'm usually early.

 

Yeah, musicians are pretty unreliable people. I know I'm one of these unjustifiable cunts, most of the time. I usually don't care enough, or just forget about stuff. But I usually don't associate myself with people who'll get pissed off at me for it. Most of the people I jam with are fellow musicians, who don't really care if I'm late or not. I know it doesn't really bother me if someone's late, unless it's something really important, like a show or something.

 

Most of the musicians I know tend to be a.) notorious potheads with no concept of time, b.) tremendous flakes, or c.) a combination of the two. As much as it sucks (I agree with your position), I think this kind of habitual tardiness just goes with the territory. Yes it's unprofessional, yes it's frustrating, and fortunately not every musician is like that....

 

Artistes are late for many reasons, some good some downright laughable. As an actor and musician, I confess that I have every intention of being as late as possible for my own funeral.


However, food for thought: Arthur Miller was once getting a right caning by Billy Wilder on the set of Some like it Hot. Marilyn Monroe was not just late, she was VERY late, and Wilder had had enough, so he vent his spleen at Miller.

Miller's cool reply was simply this: 'Billy, I'll tell you what. I have an aunt who lives a couple of miles from here, and I can guarantee she will be here, on time, every day. I could call her right now, and she'd be here immediately. However, as you will see, she isn't Marilyn Monroe. Now, who do you want to film today?"

Artistes are fragile. ego obsessed, forgetful, dynamic, lazy, creatures. However, I am sure if you were to call a insurance salesman, they would there be bang on time. What do you want? A musician or an insurance salesman?

Irritation at occasional (like they're late EVERY time? Hmmm? Yeah, didn't think so) tardiness is the price you pay for their company and artistic skills.

We are paid, in the main, peanuts for creating something out of nothing. Talent and ability often have no bearing on financial success, indeed, some of the worst actors and musos are the most successful. That's the business, and sometimes it's a pain,

 

I am early to everything.

 

Heh, I'm like... total opposite. I'm like keeping other people on their toes when it comes to music... and I never can find anyone who takes it seriously.

 

cause most of them are a bunch of nasties who know nothing of being on time or any ethiquette....gar!!!....civilians!....lol

 

I was in marching band for a few years where the motto is "early is on time and on time is late" so I'm normally everywhere between 5 to 15 minutes early, depending on what it is and who I'm with. I don't think I've ever been late when I'm in charge of getting myself there.

 

"i got stoned and i missed it . . ."

 

i'm never late when i'm in control of getting myself to rehersals. depends how dedictaed and sensitive people are to other peoples needs maybe?

 

I have no Idea why muscians are always late.....

**smokes joint**

no Idea......