Sunday, July 11, 2010
Friday, June 11, 2010
so today i was biking to drop off some videos i'd rented and when i got to the block where my video rental place is i rode up on the sidewalk because, come on, it's my block, who cares. apparently some old dude cares because he shouted at me BICYCLES OFF THE SIDEWALK and i just reflexively said shut up because come on dude, shut up. i dropped off my videos and got back on my bike (in the street) and stopped at the next light when i saw the same old dude walking across the street. i shouted at him ASSHOLES OFF THE PLANET and while i laughed about it for awhile after i rode a few more blocks i wondered to myself if it was actually funny or not
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
Part 2: your vision for our work
Hey,
Thanks for getting back to me and expressing interest in the compilation. We would love to work with you on the Metal Mania project!
I understand that you'd prefer to keep the mastering in house at Master This!, which is just fine. The mastering tech would only have to make sure the equalization was on point the the volumes and everything. Also, I don't have a full line up as of yet. We're accepting submissions up until the end of this month, and once we enter the mastering stage, our mastering tech groups the artists together based on similar sound. Each artist will be of the same genre & caliber, and that way we can target a particular demographic audience. I will also have to locate the art work for the album. I know we've had our designer make some new art work for the new album, so it might not be ready yet. Check out all of our past albums, however, to get an idea of what it will be like at Itunes/Napster/Rhapsody/Zune/Amazon....etc. I have also attached the Metal Mania submission forms (contract) so you can check them out. Let me know your thoughts on the matter.
In addition, we do require each artist to invest into the compilation. Our standard 50 Cd package is $235, the $300 package is for 50 Cd's & 50 Comp Cards. We do have some cheaper options though, which might be more suitable for you. We can do a smaller amount of Cd's (25 Cd's= $145), we could setup a payment plan, or we have the Comp Card option for only $105. Download cards (Comp Cards) are the future of the music industry, connecting artists and fans directly to digital downloads, cutting out the need for CDs which get ripped to mp3 players anyway, saving resources and setting you apart from and ahead of other bands. With this option, you will receive 50 copies of the Comp Card to sell at whatever price you choose. These credit card sized download cards feature full color artwork on the front as well as information on the back with links and codes for your fans to download your music. You'll also have two songs featured on the compilation, and just like the Cd's you keep 100% of your sales. Let me know which option peaks your interest.
We also offer Digital Distribution (full album) services at no cost, and it's an 80-20 split with the royalties favoring the artist. Check out : http://www.distrophonix.com/ for more info. If you're not really looking to invest in the compilation, then maybe this is more along the lines of what you're looking for as far as promotion goes? Just let me know. We also offer mastering, album pressing, merch, graphic/web design, and even Rock Band encoding. http://www.quickstarproductions.com/services.html .
If you have any other questions don't hesitate to give me a call or reply back in email. Look forward to working with you and I hope to hear back from you soon!
--
Rock on,
Danny Bryant
Hi Danny -
First things first, I haven't downloaded the attached contract - your message was filtered into my "junk e-mail" folder, and as such I'm suspicious about the contents. If you can forward the text of the contract in the body of an e-mail I can have legal give it a look, but I haven't read through it yet, so apologies in advance if any of the below is addressed in the contract.
That said, I'm wondering if we can find some middle ground on the artist investment. Celine Dion has a policy to not pay for anything we do, and frankly, we've built up enough of a fanbase that we really don't need to. But I understand that you're a label, and you certainly don't want to risk any of your own funds on pressing costs. So here's an idea - we don't actually need any artist copies of this compilation, so instead of us investing to press a number of CDs, we just give you our two songs and we'll link our fans (via our e-mail blast - 10k followers and rising!) to the QSP store site where they can purchase the record. Then after you've recouped on the production costs, we'll split the profits 50-50. This way we don't have to pay extra for pressing costs (which seems fair since we've already invested our time/money into recording/mastering) and you don't have to press as large a number of CDs. We can follow this same 50/50 after recoup model on any subsequent represses. Also, we should discuss points (sorry again if points are addressed in the contract).
Definitely let me know when your designer has finished the artwork for the compilation, and when you have other bands for the CD - we're eagerly awaiting to see your vision for our work!
- Celine Dion
xxxcelinedion2013@yahoo.com
510.XXX.XXXX
Thanks for getting back to me and expressing interest in the compilation. We would love to work with you on the Metal Mania project!
I understand that you'd prefer to keep the mastering in house at Master This!, which is just fine. The mastering tech would only have to make sure the equalization was on point the the volumes and everything. Also, I don't have a full line up as of yet. We're accepting submissions up until the end of this month, and once we enter the mastering stage, our mastering tech groups the artists together based on similar sound. Each artist will be of the same genre & caliber, and that way we can target a particular demographic audience. I will also have to locate the art work for the album. I know we've had our designer make some new art work for the new album, so it might not be ready yet. Check out all of our past albums, however, to get an idea of what it will be like at Itunes/Napster/Rhapsody/Zune/Amazon....etc. I have also attached the Metal Mania submission forms (contract) so you can check them out. Let me know your thoughts on the matter.
In addition, we do require each artist to invest into the compilation. Our standard 50 Cd package is $235, the $300 package is for 50 Cd's & 50 Comp Cards. We do have some cheaper options though, which might be more suitable for you. We can do a smaller amount of Cd's (25 Cd's= $145), we could setup a payment plan, or we have the Comp Card option for only $105. Download cards (Comp Cards) are the future of the music industry, connecting artists and fans directly to digital downloads, cutting out the need for CDs which get ripped to mp3 players anyway, saving resources and setting you apart from and ahead of other bands. With this option, you will receive 50 copies of the Comp Card to sell at whatever price you choose. These credit card sized download cards feature full color artwork on the front as well as information on the back with links and codes for your fans to download your music. You'll also have two songs featured on the compilation, and just like the Cd's you keep 100% of your sales. Let me know which option peaks your interest.
We also offer Digital Distribution (full album) services at no cost, and it's an 80-20 split with the royalties favoring the artist. Check out : http://www.distrophonix.com/ for more info. If you're not really looking to invest in the compilation, then maybe this is more along the lines of what you're looking for as far as promotion goes? Just let me know. We also offer mastering, album pressing, merch, graphic/web design, and even Rock Band encoding. http://www.quickstarproductions.com/services.html .
If you have any other questions don't hesitate to give me a call or reply back in email. Look forward to working with you and I hope to hear back from you soon!
--
Rock on,
Danny Bryant
Hi Danny -
First things first, I haven't downloaded the attached contract - your message was filtered into my "junk e-mail" folder, and as such I'm suspicious about the contents. If you can forward the text of the contract in the body of an e-mail I can have legal give it a look, but I haven't read through it yet, so apologies in advance if any of the below is addressed in the contract.
That said, I'm wondering if we can find some middle ground on the artist investment. Celine Dion has a policy to not pay for anything we do, and frankly, we've built up enough of a fanbase that we really don't need to. But I understand that you're a label, and you certainly don't want to risk any of your own funds on pressing costs. So here's an idea - we don't actually need any artist copies of this compilation, so instead of us investing to press a number of CDs, we just give you our two songs and we'll link our fans (via our e-mail blast - 10k followers and rising!) to the QSP store site where they can purchase the record. Then after you've recouped on the production costs, we'll split the profits 50-50. This way we don't have to pay extra for pressing costs (which seems fair since we've already invested our time/money into recording/mastering) and you don't have to press as large a number of CDs. We can follow this same 50/50 after recoup model on any subsequent represses. Also, we should discuss points (sorry again if points are addressed in the contract).
Definitely let me know when your designer has finished the artwork for the compilation, and when you have other bands for the CD - we're eagerly awaiting to see your vision for our work!
- Celine Dion
xxxcelinedion2013@yahoo.com
510.XXX.XXXX
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
more bang for your buck
Hey,
My name is Danny Bryant, a project manager with QSP Media. We specialize in creating music-marketing campaigns and digital distribution services for small labels and independent musicians. I checked out your page and really liked “ Quatre”, and think it would be a great fit for our Metal Mania compilation project.
The music industry is hard to break into, so we’ve designed these compilations as a way for rising musicians to take the next step, getting you some great exposure while connecting you with other artists and future partners. When we organize these compilations we use the strength of numbers to keep costs down and get your music heard, providing services otherwise unavailable or too expensive for unsigned and indie artists.
Here’s the deal:
- We will master your track and produce a retail ready album with a professional CD booklet, barcode and shrink wrapping.
- We will send the CD/Comp Card to our promotional partners at major and indie labels, mainstream, college and internet radio stations and our contacts throughout the industry.
- We will distribute the album digitally, making your music available as a single and a ringtone on over 300 different digital retailers. You get 50% of the proceeds from your track.
- We will send you 50 copies of the CD/Comp Card to sell and make a profit off of or give away to your fans and friends. By selling the CDs, you have the opportunity to make money off of your music while the other artists expose your tracks to a whole new audience.
In return, we ask for our artists to invest in the project. 225 USD covers the cost of the above services and allows you to keep all the rights to your music while we help promote you and get you moving forward with your music career. We do have a couple options to choose from as well, we can swap out the Cd’s for Comp Cards, which are basically a digital version of a Cd. Download cards are the future of the music industry, connecting artists and fans directly to digital downloads, cutting out the need for CDs which get ripped to mp3 players anyway, saving resources and setting you apart from and ahead of other bands. That option is only 99 USD. We can also do both 50 Cd’s & 50 Comp Cards for 300 USD. It’s the most bang for your buck! Let me know your thoughts.
Additionally, a portions of the profits from this album will be donated to “For a Brighter Planet” and the “Go Green Initiative” so you will not only be helping yourself as you grow as an artists, but you will be helping the planet as well!
Please give me a call or reply in email with any questions, and to let me know where you stand with the project. My direct email is Danny @ QSPMedia com , and is definitely a better way to stay in contact. Hope to hear from you soon!
Rock On,
Danny Bryant
Danny @ QSPMedia com
QSPMedia com
Office 443//552//7058
Hi Danny -
This sounds like an exciting project and an interesting investment opportunity. I'm inclined to invest, however there are a few reservations I have:
- we'd like to do our own mastering, as we run Master This! Studios here in San Francisco. We'll bill you only for studio time, and don't worry, our rates are competitive....something like "Quatre" would only require about 4-5 studio hours to polish up, probably only run you around $100 (just an estimate)...this can be negotiated to be a discount on our initial investment (see below for further points on this)
- we'd need to approve both the artwork & the other contributors tracks prior to any agreement - sorry if this one seems obvious or is something you'd already planned on, but obviously we can't agree to be involved without ensuring that no racist, sexist, or homophobic imagery or content will be included in the final release (satanism is negotiable since let's face it, this is metal).
- while 300 USD is a reasonable rate for an unknown artist to purchase 50 download cards & 50 CDs, the buzz that our band would bring to this project requires a severly discounted rate. I'm sure you're probably aware, since you contacted us, that our band has been making waves globally, with album sales throughout the US as well as overseas - most notably Japan, where our debut record was greeted warmly (about 10% of our sales were overseas orders - not bad considering our band has yet to tour there!). I'm of the opinion that, given that we'll be mastering the song ourselves AND our involvement will basically guarantee the success of this project, our initial investment should be waived.
- finally, we'd prefer if no proceeds were donated to environmental agencies. as climategate has proven, climate change is a myth, and these agencies are just an excuse for drugged-up beatniks to dodge having a real job!
thanks again for getting in touch, please let me know your thoughts on the above.
- Celine Dion
xxxcelinedion2013 @ yahoo com
510 575 XXXX
My name is Danny Bryant, a project manager with QSP Media. We specialize in creating music-marketing campaigns and digital distribution services for small labels and independent musicians. I checked out your page and really liked “ Quatre”, and think it would be a great fit for our Metal Mania compilation project.
The music industry is hard to break into, so we’ve designed these compilations as a way for rising musicians to take the next step, getting you some great exposure while connecting you with other artists and future partners. When we organize these compilations we use the strength of numbers to keep costs down and get your music heard, providing services otherwise unavailable or too expensive for unsigned and indie artists.
Here’s the deal:
- We will master your track and produce a retail ready album with a professional CD booklet, barcode and shrink wrapping.
- We will send the CD/Comp Card to our promotional partners at major and indie labels, mainstream, college and internet radio stations and our contacts throughout the industry.
- We will distribute the album digitally, making your music available as a single and a ringtone on over 300 different digital retailers. You get 50% of the proceeds from your track.
- We will send you 50 copies of the CD/Comp Card to sell and make a profit off of or give away to your fans and friends. By selling the CDs, you have the opportunity to make money off of your music while the other artists expose your tracks to a whole new audience.
In return, we ask for our artists to invest in the project. 225 USD covers the cost of the above services and allows you to keep all the rights to your music while we help promote you and get you moving forward with your music career. We do have a couple options to choose from as well, we can swap out the Cd’s for Comp Cards, which are basically a digital version of a Cd. Download cards are the future of the music industry, connecting artists and fans directly to digital downloads, cutting out the need for CDs which get ripped to mp3 players anyway, saving resources and setting you apart from and ahead of other bands. That option is only 99 USD. We can also do both 50 Cd’s & 50 Comp Cards for 300 USD. It’s the most bang for your buck! Let me know your thoughts.
Additionally, a portions of the profits from this album will be donated to “For a Brighter Planet” and the “Go Green Initiative” so you will not only be helping yourself as you grow as an artists, but you will be helping the planet as well!
Please give me a call or reply in email with any questions, and to let me know where you stand with the project. My direct email is Danny @ QSPMedia com , and is definitely a better way to stay in contact. Hope to hear from you soon!
Rock On,
Danny Bryant
Danny @ QSPMedia com
QSPMedia com
Office 443//552//7058
Hi Danny -
This sounds like an exciting project and an interesting investment opportunity. I'm inclined to invest, however there are a few reservations I have:
- we'd like to do our own mastering, as we run Master This! Studios here in San Francisco. We'll bill you only for studio time, and don't worry, our rates are competitive....something like "Quatre" would only require about 4-5 studio hours to polish up, probably only run you around $100 (just an estimate)...this can be negotiated to be a discount on our initial investment (see below for further points on this)
- we'd need to approve both the artwork & the other contributors tracks prior to any agreement - sorry if this one seems obvious or is something you'd already planned on, but obviously we can't agree to be involved without ensuring that no racist, sexist, or homophobic imagery or content will be included in the final release (satanism is negotiable since let's face it, this is metal).
- while 300 USD is a reasonable rate for an unknown artist to purchase 50 download cards & 50 CDs, the buzz that our band would bring to this project requires a severly discounted rate. I'm sure you're probably aware, since you contacted us, that our band has been making waves globally, with album sales throughout the US as well as overseas - most notably Japan, where our debut record was greeted warmly (about 10% of our sales were overseas orders - not bad considering our band has yet to tour there!). I'm of the opinion that, given that we'll be mastering the song ourselves AND our involvement will basically guarantee the success of this project, our initial investment should be waived.
- finally, we'd prefer if no proceeds were donated to environmental agencies. as climategate has proven, climate change is a myth, and these agencies are just an excuse for drugged-up beatniks to dodge having a real job!
thanks again for getting in touch, please let me know your thoughts on the above.
- Celine Dion
xxxcelinedion2013 @ yahoo com
510 575 XXXX
Thursday, May 6, 2010
i had a dream last night where i was at someone's house (can't remember who) and i couldn't stop drinking their root beer and i'm pretty sure they had like a 12 pack of diet mug brand root beer and the last thing i remember in the dream was taking the third to last one and seeing the person who bought the root beer glare at me and i gave him a "what the fuck are you gonna do about it" style evil eye and popped it open and drank the whole root beer right then and there in front of him while that sucker just stood there and WATCHED
heart - dave
heart - dave
Friday, April 2, 2010
Gay Taco Wolf
Anthropomorphic fag feet with cheese? Look no further.
The Amazing Gay Taco Wolf is on the dot com.
Twenty four seven.
Right?
(thanks to the bros at IC for the link)
Thursday, February 4, 2010
Friday, January 22, 2010
4 Da N00bz
SMOE was a xerox zine in the early 00's. Although it displayed a $1 cover price it was usually given away or traded for drinks at El Rio's dollar drink night. (primarily the latter).We focused, then (as now), on producing a cultural collage. hacking, slashing, copying, mocking, stealing, raping, and reconfiguring all aspects of modern american life into 100 copies of a 20 something paged xerox zine every 2 months. Back then the interwebs were based on bb's and a few proto blogs like archu.com. Basically degenerate scum fucks. Like us. Although this newer web based version of SMOE will not be posting photos of 4 year olds sucking off armadillos or anything else that violates the laws of this great country's current psuedo fascist dictatorship, we will do our best to preserve and propagate an absolute lack of give a fucks, for all people everywhere. praise stuff.
Saturday, January 16, 2010
20 Questions with Mark Vanfleet
Mark Van Fleet plays tapes, guitar, electronics and voices in Sword Heaven, a pummeling behemoth of sub metal noise terror from Columbus, as well as working for The Wexner Center, Running his mobile Van Gallery and being a generally wonderful person. Ogkijn got the chance to ask him 20 questions.
O- do you think rock music has been a catalyst for a larger cultural change or revolution?
M- Sure, "rock talk" now occupies at least 75% of daily conversation amongst most dudes I know.
O- did you ever get caught up in the whole peer-pressure thing?
M- Not too much.
O- do the KGB have a file on you?
M- No.
O- what's your philosophy of life
M- Listen to and make strange music, read stuff, love somebody
O- what has the world done to make your heart so black?
M- What hasn't it done?
O- are you american or canadian?
M- American.
O- did you ever have to go to the bathroom?
M- Yes.
O- after all these years, do you ever find it difficult to remain fresh?
M- Sometimes.
O- do you still say "suck a dick, bitch" all the time?
M- No, not really.
O- so how would you describe the perfect world?
M- I don't think I can answer that one, it would probably involve boats, music, and peace though
O- when did you first hook up with Elvis Presley?
M- Never did.
O- so tell me, in your observations of orangutans, or any species,have you ever noticed animals engaging in acts of cruelty or torture for their own purposes of what we humans would call sport or what i would call pleasure?
M- Klaus jumps on Nigel all the time when he's sleeping or otherwise enjoying being by himself.
O- how do you feel about bands that list Danger Danger as an influence?
M- Not sure who that is.
O- did you ever meet Andy Warhol, and under what circumstances?
M- No.
O- does he do that freaky thing with his eyes all the time?
M- huh?
O- how do you keep it together?
M- I get up about the same time every day.
O- are you surprised at the popularity of wrestling today?
M- No.
O- can you remeber where you were when you heard that elvis was dead?
M- No.
O- why do you hate jazz?
M- I don't.
O- have you ever watched people have sex?
M- No, but I'd like to!
Friday, January 15, 2010
Thursday, January 7, 2010
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