I'm one too. Started on harmonica in '65,was introduced to washtub bass by some Oakies transplanted to California shortly thereafter, picked up bass guitar in '66. Switched to upright in '70. In the mid '70's. I went back to electric because it provided a LOT more gigs, and there I've stayed. It wasn't until then (mid-70's)that I began playing guitar, bones, spoons, melodeon etc. To anyone who doubts that Bass and Percussion rule the bandstand, just remember, you can't build a pyramid from the top down to the bottom. It has to start with the foundation.