ProteusUK
(Gloucestershire)
Sunday 19 Aug 2018, 11:11am
Background information
We are a 5 piece Metal band from Gloucestershire in the United Kingdom. Proteus delivers intricate guitar riffs, melodic choruses, and bone crushing breakdowns and are known for their high octane, hard hitting live performances.
After making our debut in mid 2017, Proteus has gained a large following (1.8k likes on Facebook) by playing shows across the UK supporting many well-established bands, playing multiple festivals and reaching the Grand Finals of Bloodstock’s Metal To The Masses. We were also endorsed by VocalZone in mid 2018 and have been approached by multiple management companies.
We released our first music video for our debut track “Ignite The Pyres” in early 2018. The video has received over 11k plays across media platforms. Ignite The Pyres has also been played on a magnitude of radio stations spanning from the U.K to Europe and also across the pond to the USA.
We are presently working on our debut album with an incredible producer in Derby, UK. This is scheduled for release in early 2019. The album will be accompanied by a structured PR campaign, co-ordinated by Proteus and our PR Company. As well as a brand new merchandise line, which will be in addition to our current well known merch line. This means that a new bassist would be able to jump straight into the recording process and get involved with developing the new merch.
Important links:
Ignite The Pyres (Official music video): www.youtube.com/watch?v=Po42RTighK0
Facebook: www.facebook.com/ProteusUK
The position - Bassist
We are seeking a like minded, professional new bassist to join the Proteus family. We are looking for someone with a great sense of humour, friendly manner and is approachable. We would like for the new bassist to fit in with the bands image, style and humour. We understand that in modern times not everyone reads sheet music or knows music theory in depth, but a great understanding of your instrument and general music theory would give you a +1. We are a relaxed bunch of guys who enjoy creating music, playing live shows and recording. Ideally, we need someone who fits in perfectly with us, who is happy and comfortable within the band environment. We are presently honouring all the shows we have booked for the rest of the year with a temporary bassist, this will allow you plenty of time to learn our sets.
Requirements:
1. Aged 18+
2. Must have own professional standard equipment
3. Previous gigging experience with an ability to perform to high standards, not just musically, but with stage presence as well.
4. Ability to perform well in a recording studio environment, with metronome.
5. Financially stable, enough to be able to take equal share in the up keep of the band and get a round in.
6. Available to practice twice a week (once during the week and on a Sunday).
7. Ability to drive and own transport (not a necessity, more of a nice to have).
8. Similar influences to ours. (Killswitch Engage, Trivium, Lamb of God, Machine Head, As I Lay Dying, Periphery, Slipknot, Sylosis, Anterior).
Auditions will be held at our rehearsal studio just outside of Stroud. If you are interested in auditioning or hearing more then please drop us a message on here or directly to our Facebook page and someone will get back to you as soon as possible. If you have any recordings or videos of you playing, please include them as this will help us get an understanding of your musical capabilities. If you know anyone that would suit this, please do share this with them.
Looking forward to hearing/hearing from you!
Proteus