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June 29, 2006
Canadian Promotion
Free Ride
Thu.Jun.29/06 @ Norma Jean's Roadhouse, London.
Websites:
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Posted by i220 at 11:15 AM | Comments (0)
June 24, 2006
Bouts Reviews Apple's iPod
I wonder how many revolutionaries have an iPod.
I do/did!
I'll admit, I used to love my iPod; so much better than my "Discman" and having to cart around a bunch of CD's, only to find the album I really wanted to listen to is at home. It was great to have practically my entire CD collection at my finger tips.
That being said, I was on my way to work, sitting on the bus enjoying the view of the mountains. I decided that I wanted to listen to something a little different to get my morning going. As I was toggling through my list, I found exactly what I was looking for and pressed play. To my dismay, my iPod died. "It can't be the battery! It was fully charged when I left the house.", I thought.
I let my iPod sit unused for the rest of the day. I tried to play it again on my way home. It would turn on, but it would just shut itself off.
Knowing that these rechargeable batteries are very finicky, I was always sure to drain the power on my iPod before re-charging it.
The next day, I was experiencing the same problem (I had charged my iPod all night). I went online to the Apple website and found the customer service number.
After finally finding the right person to speak with, I found out that because I had, had my iPod for more than 30 days, I no longer qualified to receive tech support over the phone, unless I had purchased the extended warranty that would give me 2 years of coverage. Shouldn't a one year warranty cover this service??
The gentleman I spoke to on the phone directed me back to their web site, to fill out a request for repair form which I did. Only to find out that it was going to cost me $45 to get my iPod repaired. I haven't even owned it for a year. HELLO?????
What I really want to know is why a company like Apple, that is making billions and billions of dollars a year, chooses to take a big dump on the customers when their product goes to crap? Why don't they stand behind their product and offer full service for one year? Why do I have to pay more to be able to talk to somebody? Why do I have to pay to get my iPod repaired when this is obviously a manufacturer's defect? I'd call and ask their tech support, but I no longer qualify to be able to speak to an actual person.
I ask you, "Does this make any sense?"
Apple has cornered the market with their iPod. Some of their competitors have come close to trying to match it, but none have. As I said earlier, I loved my iPod and the convenience of it. But, if the manufacturer won't stand behind their product fully, how can I believe that they are superior?
Instead of wasting my money and supporting a company that doesn't care about their clients, I'd much rather cart around my Discman and a bunch of CDs. Yes, slightly inconvenient but better than supporting a company that only wants your money.
I'm curious to know, has anybody else had this sort of problem with their iPod or any other Apple product?
As far as I'm concerned, my iPod now makes a great coaster.
Posted by i220 at 09:53 PM | Comments (15)
June 19, 2006
Canadian Promotion
beatzMASSIVE* feat. Various Artists
Wed.Jun.21/06[20:00] @ Now Lounge, Toronto. *Roots, Rock Reggae Spectacular Showcase*
Posted by i220 at 11:26 AM | Comments (1)
June 15, 2006
Canadian Weekend Promotion
Married to Music w/ Circle the Wagons & The Get Down
Fri.Jun.16/06 @ The Sidetrack Cafe, Edmonton.
Minque
Sat.Jun.17/06 @ The Savoy, Toronto. *Indie Rock Night*
Fresh Meat
Sat.Jun.17/06[21:00] @ The EDGE, Toronto. *All Ages*
Websites:
http://www.professorscootz.ca - Promotion site for Canadian independent music.
Posted by i220 at 08:24 AM | Comments (2)
June 12, 2006
Musical Opportunity
Christmas Songs Wanted For Christmas Album ASAP
NEEDED: Produced/finished songs for a Christmas compilation CD (injoi Music) to be distributed in Canada as a give away by a well-known Canadian University. Click below for details.
Thanks to a friend and fellow artist Tammy Raybould for sharing this opportunity with TheMusicalRevolution.
Greetings:
I am in search of non-religious Christmas songs from Canadian artists
for a new Christmas Compilation CD to be distributed in Canada as a give away by a well-known Canadian University.
I need material ASAP!... and am exploring whether you might have some music - songs, finished CDs, unreleased tracks etc., that you feel would fit and consider having it included. Or, perhaps you know a colleague, client or friend who might contribute. (unreleased or released material)
These songs need to be produced and completed. They need to be either Public Domain songs or songs written by you and/or co-writers/colleagues. Well known songs will be considered too -but limited.
A combined, to be determined, pub/mech. per unit royalty will be paid.
(approx 100,000 units to be pressed)
All styles including instrumentals and vocals are welcomed and will be considered.
I am currently compiling possible artists now and need product ASAP.
To speed up the process and in addition to hard copies (see below) - please email me manageable mp3 files of possible songs ASAP and email to:
Please put Songs for Canadian Christmas CD in header and please include your website url too in the body of the email.
Please send music by post in CD format and 2 copies of each CD (or song) title submitted for consideration ASAP to:
Anthony J.W. Benson
injoi Music
P.O. Box 1152
Longmont, Colorado
80502
All submissions and materials will not be returned.
Please email me to let me know that you are sending samples and include your phone number and email address. If I hear something I like and it fits the project I will call you directly and work out the specific details accordingly.
This is a non-exclusive deal.
If I like what I hear, I will call you, so please be clear on how I nan reach you.
My gratitude in advance for your submission.
Thanks for your help and consideration. I hope to (literally) hear from you soon.
Please pass this request onto friends, clients and colleagues...
Please email me with any thoughts or questions.
injoi,
Anthony J.W. Benson
Minister of Excitement
injoi Productions
Posted by i220 at 11:28 AM | Comments (1)
June 09, 2006
Canadian Weekend Promotions
The Freckles w/ Wayne Omaha & The Monique Barry Band
Sat.Jun.10/06[22:00] @ Mitzi's Sister, Toronto.
Evil Doers
Sat.Jun.10[23:00] @ The Reverb, Toronto *NXNE*
Press:
Free Ride
Jun.8-21 In: Scene Magazine, London. *feature on the indie beat page*
Posted by i220 at 09:32 AM | Comments (1)