Described in this post is the hypothetical scenario in which a local rock band falls out and jeopardises their dreams of rock stardom due to conflicting work ethics.
The cast:
Gitaro Hiro – Newest member, extremely talented guitarist
Ivana Bang – Drummer
John Low – Bass guitarist, leader of the band
Juswanto Singh – Vocalist
The future was looking bright for local aspiring rock band Fell-Out Boys, having just landed an audition for a weekly gig at the Singapore’s most prestigious club, the Ministry of Noise. The band has 2 weeks to practice for the audition and enthusiasm was at a peak. However, as the flurry of practices passed, things started to take a turn for the worse.
After a rather dismal practice session one night, Ivana and John shared a cab home and the following conversation was exchanged.
John: Gitaro is starting to get on my nerves. He's always late for practice and his cocky attitude irks me! I know that he’s among Singapore’s top guitarists but he is not a team player, always showing off!!
Ivana: You should speak to him. You're the bandleader, not Gitaro. Tell him your concerns and I'm pretty sure he will change.
John: It's not like I haven't tried! His arrogance has clogged up his ears!
Meanwhile, Gitaro and Juswanto were on the west-bound train, heading towards their respective homes.
Juswanto: Gitaro, I've observed that John doesn't seem too happy with you. The both of you haven't really been speaking to each other since the last practice. Is anything the matter?
Gitaro: John is such a nag! I know I might be late for practices but come on, the songs you guys play are ridiculously easy that it's almost a waste of my time coming for practice. You guys should be thankful that I am willing to play for your band.
Juswanto: Oh no, more band politics!? I am going to stay out of this! Why is it so hard to accommodate each other, for god's sake, it's only music. I only just want to sing!!
Two days before the audition, John received an SMS from Gitaro. “I’m out of this, good luck to you and your crappy band.” John was at a loss while the rest of the band remained speechless. Please help Fell-Out Boys realise their dreams by posting any comments on what John and his guys should do to resolve this conflict.
The cast:
Gitaro Hiro – Newest member, extremely talented guitarist
Ivana Bang – Drummer
John Low – Bass guitarist, leader of the band
Juswanto Singh – Vocalist
The future was looking bright for local aspiring rock band Fell-Out Boys, having just landed an audition for a weekly gig at the Singapore’s most prestigious club, the Ministry of Noise. The band has 2 weeks to practice for the audition and enthusiasm was at a peak. However, as the flurry of practices passed, things started to take a turn for the worse.
After a rather dismal practice session one night, Ivana and John shared a cab home and the following conversation was exchanged.
John: Gitaro is starting to get on my nerves. He's always late for practice and his cocky attitude irks me! I know that he’s among Singapore’s top guitarists but he is not a team player, always showing off!!
Ivana: You should speak to him. You're the bandleader, not Gitaro. Tell him your concerns and I'm pretty sure he will change.
John: It's not like I haven't tried! His arrogance has clogged up his ears!
Meanwhile, Gitaro and Juswanto were on the west-bound train, heading towards their respective homes.
Juswanto: Gitaro, I've observed that John doesn't seem too happy with you. The both of you haven't really been speaking to each other since the last practice. Is anything the matter?
Gitaro: John is such a nag! I know I might be late for practices but come on, the songs you guys play are ridiculously easy that it's almost a waste of my time coming for practice. You guys should be thankful that I am willing to play for your band.
Juswanto: Oh no, more band politics!? I am going to stay out of this! Why is it so hard to accommodate each other, for god's sake, it's only music. I only just want to sing!!
Two days before the audition, John received an SMS from Gitaro. “I’m out of this, good luck to you and your crappy band.” John was at a loss while the rest of the band remained speechless. Please help Fell-Out Boys realise their dreams by posting any comments on what John and his guys should do to resolve this conflict.
I think for one, Fell-Out Boys should change their band name in case they fell out again (ok bad joke). Ok on a more serious note, John, being the band leader, should take the initiative and go look for Gitaro to talk things out. He should explain his stand in a calm and mature way so that things won't get heated up again. He should also state some ground rules that Gitaro should follow if he respected the band. If things still don't turn out well and Gitaro continues his childish ways, the band will probably be better of with another guitarist, who may be less talented, but most importantly is a team player.
ReplyDeleteHelloooo~ Can I leave a comment?? Lol!
ReplyDeleteOk serious stuff: The band should just get Guitar Hero to replace Gitaro Hiro. :D
Hey Hanrong!
ReplyDeleteI agree with Lester that John, as the band leader, should take the initiative to resolve the conflict. He should have voiced his grievances about Gitaro’s tardiness in a more tactful way instead of nagging at him. He should have also explained to Gitaro that teamwork is one of the important aspects contributing to the success of the band.
John should apologize to Gitaro for nagging at him previously, and at the same time, the rest of the band members, Juswanto and Ivana, could have a talk with Gitaro to make him see John’s point of view so that he could empathise with John.
Regards,
Faidah.
rock on~!
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