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Simon Upreti is an emerging bassist/vocalist in the Nepali music scene. He’s currently affiliated with bands like ASM, Grasstunes and The Mellow Malady.
MyCity caught Simon for Instant Inquiry. Here are the results:
What is music for you?
Lifestyle
What do you want to do with your bass?
To do crazy things.
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If you could be a musician for a day, who would it be? Why?
Mr. Guthrie Govan, because I want to know how it feels to be so connected to the instrument.
What do you do when you are alone at home?
I am never alone at home.
What’s your favorite jam?
Anything that isn’t stupid.
If you could hang out with any musicians, who would it be? Why?
Red Hot Chili Peppers. I love them.
Any songs/bass lines you wish you had written?
Nothing as yet.
Which international band do you want to be a part of?
Led Zeppelin
Dream concert to attend?
Any international concerts.
Dream venue to play?
Dasarath Rangasala
What do you enjoy most about being a musician?
Performing and getting to know other musicians.
What do you hate the most?
People who misuse their power and suppress others.
A lesson you learned as a musician?
I am not in a hurry.
What do you want to change about the industry?
Majority of people should be able to feel and understand music.
Any messages to the people who want to rock?
You got to do it on your own.
