Bass Quote by Gary Snyder
![“Like, when we did Parliament and Funkadelic and Bootsy, it was actually one thing. But there were so many people that you could split them up into different groups. And then, when we went out on tour and they [the record companies] would see us all up there together - we had five, six guitars…” quote by Gary Snyder](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/bc9/gary-snyder-4502_bass_like-when-we-did-parliament-and-funkadel_881804.jpg)
“Like, when we did Parliament and Funkadelic and Bootsy, it was actually one thing. But there were so many people that you could split them up into different groups. And then, when we went out on tour and they [the record companies] would see us all up there together - we had five, six guitars playing at one time, not including the bass! -, they said: "Wait a minute, that's just one whole group, selling different names!" But it wasn't - we had enough people in the group that each member would have a section to be another group. So now we're finally starting to get them to understand that.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Music documentary on Parliament-Funkadelic, 1970s
The speaker explains that a large ensemble can appear as multiple distinct acts, but it is fundamentally one group with many members each capable of forming subgroups.
In simple terms: A big band can seem like many small bands, but it's really one group.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the unity within diversity.
Themes
collaboration
identity
music
group dynamics
Mood
reflective
analytical
Type
statement
observation
When to use this quote
- concert planning
- band management
- marketing strategies
- team building
Key Concepts
collective creativity
brand perception
role differentiation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you highlight both individuality and unity in a team?
- What branding challenges arise from many sub‑groups?
A Different Perspective
Large groups may be mischaracterized as separate entities, causing branding confusion.
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