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Burn It - Summer 2005 Edition Delay
I totally suck.
The latest Burn It CDs were supposed to be mailed this week, but I haven't even got the lists together, much less sent them to anyone so they can mail them out.
Tomororow, though, I am totally going to send them out. This means the date will have to be moved, so the new date to mail your CDs will be Monday, September 19th.
I'll mention all this in your e-mails, but if you've been wondering what's up, yeah, I just have had all this other shit to do (read partying like a rockstar and then going to bed the next night at like 6:30 to make up for it), but I swear we're going to get caught up.
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Happy last day of August from your Secret Blogger! I'm glad to see I'm not the only procrastinator.. uh.. ... person who's way behind in the house ;-) Anyway, a goodie box left from somewhere (althought I'm not sure from where) via post for you yesterday, & is on its way as fast as those little men in blue shorts & knee socks can carry it. I had lots of fun tonight shopping for you for later, too -- hope you like it! (um.. them)
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Burn It - The Summer 2005 Edition Extension
The sign ups for the latest Burn It CD swap was supposed to end last Friday, but I've been too busy to really hype the exchange like I should, so I'm extended the sign ups until next Tuesday (gives me a few days to recover from Blogathon).
So, you've still got a few days to go read the rules and sign up.
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Burn It - The Summer 2005 Edition
I've been meaning to do this for like a month, but time has completely slipped away from me lately. Looks like this will be a sign up in summer, get your CD in the fall Burn, but what the hey.
The last Burn was a rehash of the very first theme (driving music), so I've decided to do another rehash this theme as well. It's probably my very favorite theme ever, so I hope you like it too.
The Theme:
I live in Texas and it is freaking hot outside. Driving to a friend's house yesterday I passed a digital thermometer that said 106°. That's freaking hot.
In honor of the blistering Texas heat, this Burn (appropriately enough) is about hot music. And by this I mean music so sensual, so sexy, so scorching (like all the s words?), that it makes you hot, just like you too were out in the Texas sun. This would be the music you would want playing in the background if you were really into someone to go with the sexual tension in the air.
Here's how it works:
After the sign up period, people will be put into groups of 4. You will then receive an e-mail from me telling you the names and addresses of the people in your group. You burn 5 identical CDs. Keep one for yourself and send the other three to the other people in your group and one to me. New Rule: Since so many people have been complaining that they haven't gotten CDs from people in their group, I am now requiring that you send one to me so I can keep track of who sent them out and who didn't. I hate to do this, but it seems the best way to keep track. This does not mean you'll be getting a CD from me. You should then receive three new CDs from the other three people in your group.
The rules:
- If you're not going to follow through and make your CDs, please don't bother signing up. It would be a shame if one or two people ruined this for their group. If you signed up last swap and didn't send your CDs out, don't sign up this time.
- You must live in the US or Canada. If there's a intrest in this in other areas, I may do a swap at some point down the road that includes other countries, but I'm going to limit it to the areas where I know most of you guys live.
- If you live in the US, you should be willing to ship to Canada. If you live in Canada, you should be willing to ship to the US. The postage is a teeny bit more, but nothing that's going to break the bank.
- Remember that most people can't play mp3s in their car, so make sure they're something that will play in a standard car stereo. I tend to use .cda or .wav files. I have put together a list of Burn It resources for those not familiar with making CDs.
- Please be sure to put your name, URL, or e-mail on your CD somewhere. I get at least a few CDs every Burn that have nothing on them at all. Let me repeat this again: Put your name, URL, or e-mail on your CD. I swear, getting several CDs a day without this info makes me want to ban people. Be nice to your organizer and make it easier for her to keep track of you.
Guidlines on creating your CDs:
- Include a track listing. If someone like an artist, they might want to buy more music by them. Let us know who it is.
- Fill up the CD as much as you can. There's 80 minutes on a blank CD. Don't half-ass it and make a 30 minute CD.
- You should definitely use a jewel case when sending your CDs to protect it during mailing. You can get them cheap anywhere.
- I know a lot of people are graphically inclined, so feel free to make your CD a work of art.
- Don't be afraid to put on "cheesy" music. If you like it, others probably will too.
- Don't be afraid to put on music that no one has ever heard before either. Billboard or MTV may never have known this music, but you did, so that's what counts.
If you've gotten this far and you still want to sign up, send an e-mail (change the AT to an @ in my e-mail address) to me and make sure you reference the swap in the subject line. You must include the following information (please send your info even if I already have it; it's too hard for me to keep all this is one spot):
- Your name
- Mailing address
- Your blog URL
- Your e-mail address
- New requirement: If you want to be in one group or two. (You can send the same CD to each group. You don't actually have to create two different mixes.)
Sign-ups will continue through end of day Friday, July 29th. By Monday, August 1st, I will send e-mails to everyone letting you know who is in your group.
You should have all of your CDs burned and in the mail NO LATER THAN Wednesday, August 24th. This gives you at least a full three weeks to create and ship CDs to your three group partners and me.
Please spread the word! More people equals more music! Just be sure to link to this URL, because eventually this entry will cycle off the main page. Also, feel free to swipe one of the buttons here and link it to the category page here.
If you have any other questions, you can e-mail me or leave a comment.
Special thanks goes out to Alison for both the inspiration and allowing me to use most of her rules and guidelines.
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Yeah, I take it you decided not to come over to this friend's house yesterday? ;) We missed you. Seriously.
Posted by Christine at July 12, 2005 01:10 AM
The rules:
- If you’re not going to follow through and make your CDs, please don’t bother signing up. It would be a shame if one or two people ruined this for their group. If you signed up last swap and didn’t send your CDs out, don’t sign up this time.
for this very reason, I'm going to opt out this time around. I'm kind of tired of putting forth the effort, only to be screwed over nearly every time. I may still make one and sent it to you, though, Kymberlie.
Posted by girl at July 12, 2005 09:32 AM
Every member of my group sent CDs last time, so I'm signing up again :)
Posted by smeg at July 12, 2005 11:14 AM
I didn't get a single CD the last time :( Not one. And I had a larger than usual group and theoretically a better chance of getting one. Of course, I did move, there is a chance that it didn't get through the mail, however, my brother lives at my old address and surely would have notified me if I'd gotten mail. I kind of agree with Girl. Maybe I'll sign up anyway and just leave it up to karma to balance out the universe.
Posted by syd at July 12, 2005 11:33 AM
I really want to participate, but I don't like the theme. Why does it have to be about sex? I don't have much "sensual, sexy, scorching" music, let alone 80 minutes of it.
Posted by Smooth Earl at July 12, 2005 01:56 PM
I got all my cds! All awesome ones, this theme seems tough! If i would of got Girls addy she would of got my 2 i did last time!
:) Sounds like fun!
Posted by Terry at July 12, 2005 08:29 PM
Hi Kim, count me in. Last one I did was lots of fun once I figured out what was wrong with my burner. Just got a new PC and that will make it much easier. =)
Posted by Christine at July 12, 2005 08:41 PM
Based on almost every past experience I have had with Burn-It in that I never get all of my CDs from my fellow participants, I should naturally back out on this one... (Esp. since I was part of a large group this last time and got, count em': 2 CDs) However, I cannot resist this theme. So count me in. I'll give it one more try. Crossing my fingers that I get into a good group this time where everyone follows through.
Posted by Traci at July 14, 2005 08:54 PM
Yeah, I think I got about 1/2 of the CDs I should have, but I will do it one more time anyway...
Fun Fun Fun :)
Songs that make ya hot...hmm...
Posted by John Hoke at July 19, 2005 03:02 PM
Did this ever happen? Are you still doing the Burn Its?
If not, would you consider a new home for it, as I would love to keep this going!
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Burn It CDs Are Overdue
I should have mentioned this last week, but it slipped my mind. Whoops.
If you participated in the Burn It - The Spring 2005 Edition CD swap, your CDs were due out last Monday. I've gotten a ton of them for this Burn already (Yeah!), but we still have around fifteen or twenty people that need to send theirs out (Boo!).
If you've got a slacker in your group, feel free to e-mail them and ask them where the hell your CDs are, but in a nice way. ;)
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I got all of mine! I was in the good group of people :-) me and Rina gonna exchange again! :-)
Posted by Terry at May 21, 2005 10:04 AM
I got all of mine too :)
Posted by smeg at May 21, 2005 12:30 PM
I've not gotten all of mine, I actually haven't gotten one from you, Kimberly, maybe it got lost in the mail?
Posted by Michelle at May 21, 2005 07:47 PM
I actually am not in any groups; you just have to send me one so that I can verify that you participated. :)
Posted by Kymberlie R. McGuire at May 21, 2005 07:52 PM
I've only gotten 1 out of 3. I tend to get screwed over every time, but I still enjoy making them.
Posted by girl at May 21, 2005 09:12 PM
I've gotten two of mine ...
Posted by dvg at May 21, 2005 10:28 PM
I only got two of mine as well. One person in my group didn't send. That's ok...one person in my group sent two CDs, so I guess the third CD compensates for the person who didn't send. It's all peachy to me. :)
Posted by Timi at May 26, 2005 04:06 PM
I haven't sent out mine, but you know I always do even if I'm late... :)
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Burn It - The Spring 2005 Group Information
I sent out the group information for the latest round of Burn It, so if you signed up and din't get yours, e-mail me right away.
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I just got a CD burner, so I can participate in the next Burn-It!
Make it real soon, okay?
Posted by kimberly at April 17, 2005 12:22 PM
In case you check this before your email -
I was sending out my CDs today (yeah, last minute) and anyway, for two of the people in my group their adddress in your email to me is the same. I don't know if that' sright or if it's a copy/past error. I'd hate for one to get two packages and one to get none.
Anyway I sent you an email on it just now but this is just in case you check here before email. I want to get them sent out ASAP.
thanks
jason borneman
Posted by Jason at May 9, 2005 10:18 AM
I know the deadline for mailing our CDs is today, but I had some music on my hard drive at work that I couldn't get until today that I wanted to include.
I will mail mine tomorrow.
Posted by kimberly at May 9, 2005 11:23 AM
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Burn It - The Spring 2005 Edition Reminder
Just a reminder, but today is the last day to sign up for Burn It - The Spring 2005 Edition.
You can get all the information on what it is and how to sign uphere.
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Im In!
Posted by Terry at April 11, 2005 02:40 PM
I hope to be in, I've not heard back yet though
Posted by smeg at April 11, 2005 05:31 PM
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E-Mail Snafu
There was a snafu with my webmail today (if you're using Horde, I don't suggest trying to start a blacklist or filter; it totally fucked up my mail), so I lost all mail that I got today.
If you signed up for Burn It either yesterday or today (just to be on the safe side), please resend me your information. I'd hate to leave anyone out who had signed up. (Same goes for any personal mail that you might have sent me. Please resend.)
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Resent!
Posted by smeg at April 8, 2005 12:11 PM
Just to let you know that as of today, the European version of Burn It is up and running, more info at http://midnightalchemist.com/?page_id=37
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Burn It - The Spring 2005 Edition
It's hard to believe, but this spring marks the second anniversary of the beginning of Burn It, my seasonal mix CD swap.
Since this is a big anniversary, I've decided we're going to go back in time and redo the very first Burn It theme - the one that kicked it all off - driving music.
Sign-ups begin now and, as always, please be sure to read the rules carefully before signing up!
The Theme:
Music that makes you want to roll down your windows/open your sunroof/put down your convertible top and sing along at the top of your lungs. It's spring time and I want music that makes you feel good. It doesn't haven't to be a happy song, but it does have to be great music to drive to.
Here's how it works:
After the sign up period, people will be put into groups of 4. You will then receive an e-mail from me telling you the names and addresses of the people in your group. You burn 5 identical CDs. Keep one for yourself and send the other three to the other people in your group and one to me. New Rule: Since so many people have been complaining that they haven't gotten CDs from people in their group, I am now requiring that you send one to me so I can keep track of who sent them out and who didn't. I hate to do this, but it seems the best way to keep track. You should then receive three new CDs from the other three people in your group.
The rules:
- You should have a blog. I would like this to be a fun way to connect people in the blogosphere. If you don't, go over to Diaryland or Blogspot and start one for free or beg me. I'm not immune to a little begging if you really, really want to participate.
- If you're not going to follow through and make your CDs, please don't bother signing up. It would be a shame if one or two people ruined this for their group. If you signed up last swap and didn't send your CDs out, don't sign up this time.
- You must live in the US or Canada. If there's a intrest in this in other areas, I may do a swap at some point down the road that includes other countries, but I'm going to limit it to the areas where I know most of you guys live.
- If you live in the US, you should be willing to ship to Canada. If you live in Canada, you should be willing to ship to the US. The postage is a teeny bit more, but nothing that's going to break the bank.
- Remember that most people can't play mp3s in their car, so make sure they're something that will play in a standard car stereo. I tend to use .cda or .wav files. I have put together a list of Burn It resources for those not familiar with making CDs.
- Please be sure to put your name, URL, or e-mail on your CD somewhere. I get at least a few CDs every Burn that have nothing on them at all.
Guidlines on creating your CDs:
- Include a track listing. If someone like an artist, they might want to buy more music by them. Let us know who it is.
- Fill up the CD as much as you can. There's 80 minutes on a blank CD. Don't half-ass it and make a 30 minute CD.
- You should definitely use a jewel case when sending your CDs to protect it during mailing. You can get them cheap anywhere.
- I know a lot of people are graphically inclined, so feel free to make your CD a work of art.
- Don't be afraid to put on "cheesy" music. If you like it, others probably will too.
- Don't be afraid to put on music that no one has ever heard before either. Billboard or MTV may never have known this music, but you did, so that's what counts.
If you've gotten this far and you still want to sign up, send an e-mail (change the AT to an @ in my e-mail address) to me and make sure you reference the swap in the subject line. You must include the following information (please send your info even if I already have it; it's too hard for me to keep all this is one spot):
- Your name
- Mailing address
- Your blog URL
- Your e-mail address
- New requirement: If you want to be in one group or two. (You can send the same CD to each group. You don't actually have to create two different mixes.)
Sign-ups will continue through end of day Monday, April 11th. By Thursday, April 14th, I will send e-mails to everyone letting you know who is in your group.
You should have all of your CDs burned and in the mail NO LATER THAN Monday, May 9th. This gives you at least a full three weeks to create and ship CDs to your three group partners and me.
Please spread the word! More people equals more music! Just be sure to link to this URL, because eventually this entry will cycle off the main page. Also, feel free to swipe one of the buttons here and link it to the category page here.
If you have any other questions, you can e-mail me or leave a comment.
Special thanks goes out to Alison for both the inspiration and allowing me to use most of her rules and guidelines.
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Burn It is so cool you should really do it! I've gotten so many good mixes from my friends! Puleeze send your CDs if you sign up. We who actually make and mail our CDs appreciate it when we actually get CDs in return! It is a real let down to do all that work and not get CDs back. It is really not nice to not send CDs (unless you have a really good reason which someone in my group last time did).
Posted by katie at March 29, 2005 09:48 PM
I've gotten screwed over a couple of times too. not cool at all! but I still really like doing it.
Posted by girl at March 31, 2005 08:56 AM
Ooooh. Driving music! I haven't participated in the last swap or two because I didn't think I'd have time to put a decent CD together, but get this - just yesterday I heard a song, and I was thinking that I'd love to make a driving mix again. Today, I stop by here, and this! Yay! I'm SO in :) (I'll email you my contact info again from home later, I'm at work now, I know, I slack.)
Posted by Alison at April 1, 2005 01:00 PM
I've applied, haven't heard of this before, but read about it over on john.hoke.com :)
Posted by smeg at April 5, 2005 11:16 AM
Has anyone else had problems receiving the confirmation e-mail once inputting your e-mail address for the registration? I signed up yesterday, but have yet to receive the confirmation e-mail. I'd love to participate.
Posted by Jenn at April 6, 2005 08:13 AM
Jenn, I signed up for the mailling list yesterday and havent received a confirmation email either ...
Posted by smeg at April 6, 2005 08:55 AM
Did you know that in Europe we can burn cd's as well? And that we also have music?
And cars?
Posted by eric.s at April 6, 2005 05:23 PM
It's true, I also have a CD burner, blank CDs, music and a car.
I'd really like to do this. How about all us Europeans shamelessly steal this idea and pimp it throughout the EU?
Posted by =bmd= at April 7, 2005 02:08 PM
Hi! I just found out this site and I think it is a really cool idea! Too bad I do not live in the US our in Canada. I live in Portugal, but I would be really interested in participating. Is it possible, i there were people interested in shipping to portugal?
Posted by Leonor at April 11, 2005 12:00 AM
im in! my site is down yet :( so have to email me--I love to burn cds so person(s) will get um!
Posted by Terry at April 11, 2005 02:39 PM
this is badass
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Burn It - The Winter 2004 Edition CDs
Just a friendly reminder, but if you participated in the last round of Burn It, your CDs should have been mailed on Friday. If you're running late, that's cool, but it would be nice for you to let your group members now.
Don't be lame and not send your CDs out; it will get you banned from future Burn Its.
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mine went out today. do you want me to mail yours too or just give it to you next time I see you? I burned you a bonus cd too b/c I think you'd probably appreciate it more than some of the others on the list. :)
Posted by girl at February 22, 2005 11:39 PM
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Burn It - The Winter 2004 Edition Reminder
Just a reminder, but today is the last day to sign up for Burn It - The Winter 2004 Edition. The theme this season is remixes, so there should be some interesting compilations created.
You know you want to join, so go read the rules and sign up!
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Aw man, I missed this burn it. I was just thinking about it yesterday too- wondering when the next one would be.
Ever think of setting up a mailing list or something of past participants who want to be notified of new swaps?
Will attempt to remember for the next one...
Posted by tristin at February 6, 2005 08:17 PM
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Burn It - The Winter 2004 Edition
Time for the next Burn It CD Swap. Sign-ups begin now and, as always, please be sure to read the rules carefully before signing up! (And, yes, I know it's not 2004 any more, but with the new job and the holidays, this is a little late getting out.)
The Theme:
One of my favorite things, at least musically, is a good remix. Remixes are amongst some of my very favorite songs, so it's high time that I feature them as a theme. So, dazzle me with your favorite remixes by creating the Best Remix CD Ever.
I've had a couple of people ask me exactly what a remix is According to Dictionary.com the definition is: To recombine (audio tracks or channels from a recording) to produce a new or modified audio recording: remixed a popular ballad and turned it into a dance hit. With that in mind, I don't think covers should be considered remixes.
Ultimately, though, Burn Its have always been about making an awesome CD that you love and want to share with other people. So, if not every track that you put on there isn't strictly a remix, the world won't fall apart. Just make a good CD and actually send it out to you group members (lots of people have been bailing on their groups. Don't be That Guy).
Here's how it works:
After the sign up period, people will be put into groups of 4. You will then receive an e-mail from me telling you the names and addresses of the people in your group. You burn 5 identical CDs. Keep one for yourself and send the other three to the other people in your group and one to me. New Rule: Since so many people have been complaining that they haven't gotten CDs from people in their group, I am now requiring that you send one to me so I can keep track of who sent them out and who didn't. I hate to do this, but it seems the best way to keep track. You should then receive three new CDs from the other three people in your group.
The rules:
- You should have a blog. I would like this to be a fun way to connect people in the blogosphere. If you don't, go over to Diaryland or Blogspot and start one for free.
- If you're not going to follow through and make your CDs, please don't bother signing up. It would be a shame if one or two people ruined this for their group. If you signed up last swap and didn't send your CDs out, don't sign up this time.
- You must live in the US or Canada. If there's a intrest in this in other areas, I may do a swap at some point down the road that includes other countries, but I'm going to limit it to the areas where I know most of you guys live.
- If you live in the US, you should be willing to ship to Canada. If you live in Canada, you should be willing to ship to the US. The postage is a teeny bit more, but nothing that's going to break the bank.
- Remember that most people can't play mp3s in their car, so make sure they're something that will play in a standard car stereo. I tend to use .cda or .wav files. I have put together a list of Burn It resources for those not familiar with making CDs.
- Please be sure to put your name, URL, or e-mail on your CD somewhere. I got several last time that I liked, but have no idea who sent them.
Guidlines on creating your CDs:
- Include a track listing. If someone like an artist, they might want to buy more music by them. Let us know who it is.
- Fill up the CD as much as you can. There's 80 minutes on a blank CD. Don't half-ass it and make a 30 minute CD.
- You should definitely use a jewel case when sending your CDs to protect it during mailing. You can get them cheap anywhere.
- I know a lot of people are graphically inclined, so feel free to make your CD a work of art.
- Don't be afraid to put on "cheesy" music. If you like it, others probably will too.
- Don't be afraid to put on music that no one has ever heard before either. Billboard or MTV may never have known this music, but you did, so that's what counts.
If you've gotten this far and you still want to sign up, send an e-mail (change the AT to an @ in my e-mail address) to me and make sure you reference the swap in the subject line. You must include the following information (please send your info even if I already have it):
- Your name
- Mailing address
- Your blog URL
- Your e-mail address
- New requirement: If you want to be in one group or two. (You can send the same CD to each group. You don't actually have to create two different mixes.)
Sign-ups will continue through end of day Thursday, January 20th. By Monday, January 24th, I will send e-mails to everyone letting you know who is in your group. You should have all of your CDs burned and in the mail NO LATER THAN Friday, February 18th. This gives you at least a full three weeks to create and ship CDs to your three group partners and me.
Please spread the word! More people equals more music! Just be sure to link to this URL, because eventually this entry will cycle off the main page. Also, feel free to swipe one of the buttons here and link it to the category page here.
If you have any other questions, you can e-mail me or leave a comment.
Special thanks goes out to Alison for both the inspiration and allowing me to use most of her rules and guidelines.
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Interseting theme, but alas one I cannot participate in. I have all of 1 remix song. Guess the remix craze is lost on us old farts ;).
Posted by Howard Hill at January 12, 2005 06:33 AM
as usual, i'm in! emailing you my details shortly...
Posted by tj at January 12, 2005 08:27 AM
Maybe I'm just an old fart, but what's a remix? How is it different from a cover?
Would it be like the songs of the group Big Daddy (http://www.bigdaddyfan.com/), who took songs and put them to a new beat? Or something else?
Posted by Julia at January 12, 2005 04:13 PM
damn you, Kymberlie! I told myself that I wasn't going to do this one b/c I always procrastinate and send my cds out late. but you had to go and pick my favorite thing in the world. this is going to be one kick ass cd with the collection that Boy and I have, I assure you. I may even have to do 2 cds to fit everything I want to use.
Posted by girl at January 13, 2005 07:14 AM
OK, dang it, I'm in. I can't pass up remixes!
You should maybe expand your definition to include Mash-Ups (they are a form of remix, yes?). Though you then may need to explain what a Mash-up is....
Posted by PromoGuy at January 13, 2005 12:32 PM
This is good, but can I suggest that you include people from Europe. We can be in our own groups. The only (small) thing will be that we will have to post one cd to the US (yours). I don't see why it would be a big deal.
Posted by bbm at January 13, 2005 06:46 PM
You know I'm in.
Posted by nastybastard at January 16, 2005 12:05 AM
Julia,
Fundamentally, yes a remix is a song with a different beat. Many times they will take the song as it was originally done and put down some dance beat stuff to make it more appealing to club goers for dancing.
Posted by Howard at January 16, 2005 08:37 AM
There's more fun with Mix CDs over at the Mix CD Exchange... http://www.fiveandtwenty.com/cdx/ ... come on by...
Posted by Spike at January 19, 2005 12:00 PM
Timing kinda bad right now...and my only remixes are of Britney and some other pop princesses, lol! Can't wait to join the fun next time.
Posted by KP at January 26, 2005 11:59 AM
damn... too late?
Posted by Liz at February 2, 2005 02:04 PM
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Burn It - The Fall 2004 Edition Sign-Up Extension
I've decided to extend sign ups for Burn It - The Fall 2004 Edition until tomorrow, November 2nd. If you haven't signed up yet, go read the rules and send me your info!
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Burn It - The Fall 2004 Edition
Time for the next Burn It CD Swap. Sign-ups begin now and, as always, please be sure to read the rules carefully before signing up!
The Theme:
It's fall and that always makes me think of school, so this theme is all about music that makes you think of school days. It can be songs that came out while you were in school, songs that make you think of school (whether it was out at that time or not), or songs that make you feel like you're back in school.
Here's how it works:
After the sign up period, people will be put into groups of 4. You will then receive an e-mail from me telling you the names and addresses of the people in your group. You burn 5 identical CDs. Keep one for yourself and send the other three to the other people in your group and one to me. New Rule: Since so many people have been complaining that they haven't gotten CDs from people in their group, I am now requiring that you send one to me so I can keep track of who sent them out and who didn't. I hate to do this, but it seems the best way to keep track. You should then receive three new CDs from the other three people in your group.
The rules:
- You should have a blog. I would like this to be a fun way to connect people in the blogosphere. If you don't, go over to Diaryland or Blogspot and start one for free.
- If you're not going to follow through and make your CDs, please don't bother signing up. It would be a shame if one or two people ruined this for their group. If you signed up last swap and didn't send your CDs out, don't sign up this time.
- You must live in the US or Canada. If there's a intrest in this in other areas, I may do a swap at some point down the road that includes other countries, but since this is the first swap, I'm going to limit it to the areas where I know most of you guys live.
- If you live in the US, you should be willing to ship to Canada. If you live in Canada, you should be willing to ship to the US. The postage is a teeny bit more, but nothing that's going to break the bank.
- Remember that most people can't play mp3s in their car, so make sure they're something that will play in a standard car stereo. I tend to use .cda or .wav files. I have put together a list of Burn It resources for those not familiar with making CDs.
- Please be sure to put your name, URL, or e-mail on your CD somewhere. I got several last time that I liked, but have no idea who sent them.
Guidlines on creating your CDs:
- Include a track listing. If someone like an artist, they might want to buy more music by them. Let us know who it is.
- Fill up the CD as much as you can. There's 80 minutes on a blank CD. Don't half-ass it and make a 30 minute CD.
- You should definitely use a jewel case when sending your CDs to protect it during mailing. You can get them cheap anywhere.
- I know a lot of people are graphically inclined, so feel free to make your CD a work of art.
- Don't be afraid to put on "cheesy" music. If you like it, others probably will too.
- Don't be afraid to put on music that no one has ever heard before either. Billboard or MTV may never have known this music, but you did, so that's what counts.
If you've gotten this far and you still want to sign up, send an e-mail (change the AT to an @ in my e-mail address) to me and make sure you reference the swap in the subject line. You must include the following information (please send your info even if I already have it):
- Your name
- Mailing address
- Your blog URL
- Your e-mail address
- New requirement: If you want to be in one group or two
Sign-ups will continue through end of day Tuesday, November 2nd. By Thursday, November 4th, I will send e-mails to everyone letting you know who is in your group. You should have all of your CDs burned and in the mail NO LATER THAN Monday, November 29th. This gives you at least a full three weeks to create and ship CDs to your three group partners and me.
Please spread the word! More people equals more music! Just be sure to link to this URL, because eventually this entry will cycle off the main page. Also, feel free to swipe one of the buttons here and link it to the category page here.
If you have any other questions, you can e-mail me or leave a comment.
Special thanks goes out to Alison for both the inspiration and allowing me to use most of her rules and guidelines.
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I want to participate. :)
Posted by Carla at October 30, 2004 09:47 PM
Count me in!
Posted by M E-L at November 1, 2004 10:49 AM
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Burn It - The Summer 2004 Incentive Winner
I've been woefully negligent in mentioning the incentive winners from the last Burn It CD swap (and also woefully negligent in making my own CD of movie music. I plan on starting it really soon, I promise!). As you may recall, the group or groups that get all of their CDs to me first wins a copy of my own CD.
This time we had three groups get their CDs into me all on the same day so the winners are as follows:
.: Traci
.: Vicki
.: Darren
.: Michael
.: Christine Murphy
.: Amber
.: Julia
.: Jay
.: Leah
.: Katie
As soon as I make my CDs, your copy will be on its way to you. Thanks for getting your CDs out so promptly!
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Hey I had singed up for this but never got any email about it.
Posted by Xerxes at September 10, 2004 06:20 PM
Wow! I feel a lot less bad about getting my CDs out late....
Posted by Gary LaPointe at September 19, 2004 02:24 AM
Hey, Kymberlie...did you ever make that CD? If so, I never got my copy. :)
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Burn It - The Summer 2004 Edition Final Sign-Up Day
Just a reminder, but today is the last day to sign up for Burn It - The Summer 2004 Edition. Come read the rules and sign up. This Burn's going to be a lot of fun!
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I entered...hope I am in as I just finished making my entry for it!!
Posted by Darren at July 9, 2004 08:56 PM
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Burn It - The Summer 2004 Edition Reminder
Just a reminder, but tomorrow's the last day to sign up for Burn It - The Summer 2004 Edition. Go read the rules and sign up already! What are you waiting for?
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Burn It Participants
Due to a glitch with my e-mail, I lost any e-mail that was sent Wednesday morning between 4:00 am and 9:00 CST. Here's the current list of participants that I have. If you should be on here but aren't, please resend me your info. Thanks!
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Me! :) I didn't e-mail you, but I told you on the phone that I wanted to sign up, along with my special request. *wink*
Posted by Christine at July 5, 2004 02:05 AM
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Burn It Group Question
I know that several people have expressed interest in being in more than one Burn It group so that they can get more music. I may change the group sizes depending on how everyone feels, so take a minute to vote and let me know how big you want your Burn It group to be.
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personally, I feel that if some people want to participate in more than one group then that's their prerogative. but if I get put in a group with 6 or 7 people, spend the money to send that many cds out and still receive only a couple of half-assed cds b/c everyone else is too lazy to do their part, I'll be pissed. I hope I'm not the only one that feels that way. it's just a real waste of my time and money if people aren't going to participate after they sign up.
Posted by girl at July 1, 2004 12:24 AM
I would prefer larger groups, because in the end you only get 3 CDs. (It would be different if everyone got your CD too - send 4, get 4 back.) I still think that people should be allowed to sign up for 2 groups though, if nothing else.
Posted by Christine at July 2, 2004 12:43 AM
Ditto what girl said. For the last 2 Burn-It's, I haven't received all my cd's but I'm still eager to participate. I'm hoping bigger groups will be the answer this time around...
Posted by Carla at July 3, 2004 11:16 PM
32 votes so far. 14 say stay. 18 are for higher and of those 11 are for at least 2 more. Interesting.
It might just be easier to let people sign up for 2 groups OR pick how many they want to exchange with? (I don't know how this interferes with you keeping track)
Posted by Gary LaPointe at July 4, 2004 01:20 AM
you know... i agree with mail 4 get 4 back... last time i mailed 4 and got two back, and one of them didn't even follow the rules. i am going to bow out of this burn it, only because i am not big into soundtracks and scores... but i definitely think you should get back as many as you mail out... and kim, if you have everyone mail one to you, then you can maybe mail a random one to someone whose group failed to meet the rules? just an idea.
Posted by allie at July 6, 2004 02:16 PM
I think Allie has a great idea with mailing a random one. Kymberlie, if you need help with this, I'd be glad to help.
Posted by Carla at July 6, 2004 02:21 PM
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Burn It - The Summer 2004 Edition
Time for the next Burn It CD Swap. Sign-ups begin now and, as always, please be sure to read the rules carefully before signing up! Also, take a minute and place your vote on group size.
The Theme:
Since it's summer time and summer always means big blockbuster movies, this theme is all about movie music, both scores and soundtracks. CDs can either be a mix of both soundtracks and scores or can be either or. Feel free to make a CD of both if you like.
Here's how it works:
After the sign up period, people will be put into groups of 4. You will then receive an e-mail from me telling you the names and addresses of the people in your group. You burn 5 identical CDs. Keep one for yourself and send the other three to the other people in your group and one to me. New Rule: Since so many people have been complaining that they haven't gotten CDs from people in their group, I am now requiring that you send one to me so I can keep track of who sent them out and who didn't. I hate to do this, but it seems the best way to keep track. You should then receive three new CDs from the other three people in your group.
The rules:
- You should have a blog. I would like this to be a fun way to connect people in the blogosphere. If you don't, go over to Diaryland or Blogspot and start one for free.
- If you're not going to follow through and make your CDs, please don't bother signing up. It would be a shame if one or two people ruined this for their group. If you signed up last swap and didn't send your CDs out, don't sign up this time.
- You must live in the US or Canada. If there's a intrest in this in other areas, I may do a swap at some point down the road that includes other countries, but since this is the first swap, I'm going to limit it to the areas where I know most of you guys live.
- If you live in the US, you should be willing to ship to Canada. If you live in Canada, you should be willing to ship to the US. The postage is a teeny bit more, but nothing that's going to break the bank.
- Remember that most people can't play mp3s in their car, so make sure they're something that will play in a standard car stereo. I tend to use .cda or .wav files. I have put together a list of Burn It resources for those not familiar with making CDs.
- Please be sure to put your name, URL, or e-mail on your CD somewhere. I got several last time that I liked, but have no idea who sent them.
Guidlines on creating your CDs:
- Include a track listing. If someone like an artist, they might want to buy more music by them. Let us know who it is.
- Fill up the CD as much as you can. There's 80 minutes on a blank CD. Don't half-ass it and make a 30 minute CD.
- You should definitely use a jewel case when sending your CDs to protect it during mailing. You can get them cheap anywhere.
- I know a lot of people are graphically inclined, so feel free to make your CD a work of art.
- Don't be afraid to put on "cheesy" music. If you like it, others probably will too.
- Don't be afraid to put on music that no one has ever heard before either. Billboard or MTV may never have known this music, but you did, so that's what counts.
If you've gotten this far and you still want to sign up, send an e-mail (change the AT to an @ in my e-mail address) to me and make sure you reference the swap in the subject line. You must include the following information (please send your info even if I already have it):
- Your name
- Mailing address
- Your blog URL
- Your e-mail address
Sign-ups will continue through Friday, July 9th. By Sunday, July 11th, I will send e-mails to everyone letting you know who is in your group. You should have all of your CDs burned and in the mail NO LATER THAN Friday, July 30th. This gives you at least a full three weeks to create and ship CDs to your three group partners and me.
Please spread the word! More people equals more music! Just be sure to link to this URL, because eventually this entry will cycle off the main page.
If you have any other questions, you can e-mail me or leave a comment.
Special thanks goes out to Alison for both the inspiration and allowing me to use most of her rules and guidelines.
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I meant to tell you, I only received 1 CD from the last one.
Posted by Carla at June 29, 2004 01:30 PM
i'm down.
Posted by al at June 29, 2004 04:28 PM
i'm in like flynn. oh wait, flynn hasn't signed up yet.
Posted by tj at June 29, 2004 05:18 PM
I'm in again. :)
Posted by Lisa at June 29, 2004 07:50 PM
Count me in; I sat out the last round, but have been in on the three before that. I'll send a confirming email anyway.
Posted by Joni at June 29, 2004 08:28 PM
I'm in, as always... Love this concept!
Posted by Traci at June 29, 2004 11:06 PM
I loved the Spring Burn It-got all my CDs. Sign me up again.
Posted by Junebugg at June 30, 2004 03:02 PM
I'm in, even though I only got one CD from the last batch. I still have some faith in the system! I do hope you got the two I sent you.
Posted by Julia at June 30, 2004 05:09 PM
*insert obligatory "me too" comments here*
I got all mine from that last round (which was also my first), and I hope to repeat that with this one. But movie scores and soundtracks? I hope I can fit everything I pick onto one CD.
Posted by Joe Kaczmarek at July 1, 2004 07:04 PM
Oh! Is it *only* movie soundtracks, or can we do plays too? I just need to know how tightly I need to restrict my list.
Posted by Julia at July 2, 2004 01:28 PM
Ooh, ooh, ooh! I love soundtracks and scores! I could probably do several cd's. Anyhow, this sounds awesome, count me in!
Posted by jana at July 3, 2004 09:29 PM
I live in the UK, but I really want to join!!! NOT FAIR!!! I would happily post to the US, but I suppose its not really very fair. Please please please please please let me join if you get enough people.
Posted by scarlettholly at July 4, 2004 05:59 PM
Yeah, I'd like to include stuff from some Broadway plays/musicals too.
Posted by Lisa at July 4, 2004 08:57 PM
Does this include the soundtrack for your life? Thank you American Gigilo.
Posted by Katie at July 6, 2004 05:18 PM
I sent you my info, I think??? Anyway, I am in and already have my playlist ready. I will be on vacation during the last week of July, so mine will go out early.
Posted by Christine at July 8, 2004 01:36 AM
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Burn It - The Spring 2004 Edition Incentive Winners
Today I received Jay's Burn It - The Spring 2004 Edition CD. Since I'd already received Katie's, Howard's, and Joe's, they are the winning group for this burn's incentive. Way to go, y'all!
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I still haven't gotten cds from 2 people in my group. I don't know that I'll take the time to do this again if other people aren't going to do their part. oh well.
Posted by girl at June 16, 2004 09:36 PM
I'm in the same boat, girl. ;)
Posted by nastybastard at June 16, 2004 09:48 PM
I've gotten all but one and will definitely do this again. It's fun getting random music.
Posted by Lisa at June 16, 2004 10:57 PM
Shucks! I was just about to send mine out tomorrow..promise..really..I am.
Posted by smoores at June 16, 2004 11:22 PM
whew! Got mine sent out on Monday (1st class) - they were scheduled for delivery today....
I'm missing a couple from my group, but seeing how I was slacking - I'll cut them some...
Posted by don at June 17, 2004 12:06 AM
Awww maaan. Everyone in my group already received all their CDs days/weeks ago. I posted that I got my last one on the 12th. I guess the copy didn't make it to you though. Oh well....
Posted by Icyshard at June 17, 2004 12:27 AM
Yes, but do you like the cds. LOL. As if one theme wasn't enough, I restricted myself by adding another one, eh?
Posted by Jay at June 17, 2004 07:48 AM
Hey Lady,
Got very busy in between moving and school...I have looked all over Japan and outlying areas and areas that carry Japanese stuff for a PINK maneki nekko. I can't find one. The most popular colors seem to be white and gold. IS there anything else that you want? Of course I will keep looking for the cat, but I just wanted to give you an update! :)
Posted by Alex at June 19, 2004 07:23 PM
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Burn It Incentive
I know a lot of people have complained that they send out their Burn It CDs only to never receive anything from anyone in their group. Since I've started requiring people to send me a copy of their CD as well, I've noticed that more CDs are being sent out, but it's still not 100% (and honestly, with Christine and Mike's wedding, getting kidney stones, and getting prepared for job interviews, I haven't sent mine out yet).
Today, while noting whose CDs came in the mail, I came up with a little incentive that might make people send their CDs out quicker. What I'm going to do is this - the first group that I receive all four CDs from gets a copy of my CD. (This obviously leaves my group out, but if they get theirs to me quickly, I might send them an older version. We'll see.)
Hopefully people will be so psyched about getting the organizer's CD that they'll rush to the mailbox as soon as they get their mailing list. Okay, so I'm delusional, but it was the best thing tht I could come up with. :-) So far no group's gotten all of theirs to me, though I have three out of four for four groups. If you haven't mailed your Spring 2004 Edition out, get cracking; maybe you'll get an extra CD!
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With all my boy drama, and having been out of town last weekend, and just being very slacktastic all week, mine just went out today. I didn't send them media rate, so they should get to everyone by Tuesday or Wednesday at the latest. *hugs*
Posted by D at June 4, 2004 08:05 PM
hmmm - but since ALL of us have you in "our group", how would we know that we were the lucky ones - as opposed to just a member of your group?
(yeah, I'm trying to hide the fact that mine are sitting in envelopes in a stack by the door...)
Posted by don at June 4, 2004 11:47 PM
gah... sorry. i was bad this time. the cds have been burned for weeks but i need to buy cases. my only excuse is that i just moved across the country (pittsburgh to san francisco) and everythings a mess as i haven't quite settled in yet.
Posted by kim at June 5, 2004 04:27 AM
You sure know how to make a girl wish she had a CD burner!
Posted by Meredith at June 5, 2004 08:26 AM
I think that's a cool idea!
Posted by Susan at June 5, 2004 10:10 AM
I hope you got mine, Kymberlie...I mailed them over a week ago. I mailed an extra copy to a friend in California, the same day I mailed all the others, and she told me she got it.
I completely understand about yours and the new Mrs. CoffeeCorner's CDs...I'll get them when they get here! :-)
Posted by Christine at June 5, 2004 08:36 PM
So when is the *next* one? I signed up too late for this most recent one and am raring to go!
Posted by Michael at June 6, 2004 12:48 AM
woot! i got two of my cd's... but i definitely like your idea! (and i felt bad because i didn't mail mine out until june 1st!!!) ;)
Posted by allie at June 7, 2004 03:26 PM
guilty as charged. mine have been burned and i printed the covers today, but i still need to find the mailing envelopes. they should go out by the end of the week. but i still have only received one other CD from my group!
Posted by p at June 7, 2004 11:42 PM
Hey, I really want to sign up for a CD swap! What do I do? Can somebody please email me and let me know where to start? Thanks! :) ncradit@cityofclare.org
Posted by Nate at June 10, 2004 10:51 AM
Today I finally got the last one from my group, and I sent mine out a few weeks ago, so our group is complete! Did you get all of ours? Do we get to be the grand prize winners?? :)
Posted by Icyshard at June 12, 2004 03:06 PM
i suck this time. i'm usually really good about it, but i've been so busy. but FINALLY i've got them all printed, burned, addressed and ready to go to the post office tomorrow. :-(
Posted by tj at June 16, 2004 06:50 PM
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Burn It FYI
Just an FYI, but music overlapping on Burn It CDs isn't a big deal. Make your CD the way you want it and if there's overlap, that's fine. The whole point of Burn It (for me anyway) is to make a CD that I enjoy and share it with others. If it's stuff that people have heard before or already have, that's just the way the cookie crumbles. :-)
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