Hey there all you portlanders, i'm taking bass guitar lessons and i really would like to be in a group of musicians looking to perform music in the style of "sixteen horse power" mixed with stacy earle and michelle shocked. I have tapes of unfinished songs, waiting for attention and i really want to be in a professional group where the material is all written within the group. I also play the piano, but don't want to incorporate that into a band. so if anyone thinks this sounds interesting, post a note and i'll get back to you. I usually check the board every day. thanks!