Backyard Rocker Online?

[BDR]

Hey Internet-savvy people ... any chance one of you out there would be able to get with JP about bringing the Backyard Rocker up to the 21st century? My thought is that maybe one of you guys out there might be able to set up some sort of weekly Web cast (may even be able to include vid) to keep the show alive.

This of course, won't solve JP's day job problem but at least it would be a way to allow him to continue with the fine work he's been doing for all these years for all of us.

WEB PEEPS!!! STEP UP!!!

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[Lisa]

Doesn't crossfire already do a lot with local music? Could something like this be done via them?

[BDR]

Bump. Discuss. Thanks.

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[ToonaRockGuy]

I'm in contact with Donnie at PXP and looking into a dedicated site for TBY. All we would need would be someplace to record it, and sponsorship to pay for hosting and upkeep. More to come.

[BDR]

I'm in contact with Donnie at PXP and looking into a dedicated site for TBY. All we would need would be someplace to record it, and sponsorship to pay for hosting and upkeep. More to come.

That's what I'm talking about. A spin on the angle, since we're a PXP client, wouldn't it be cool if bands would agree to carry the show live on their respective Web sites? Couldn't be that hard to set up once it's rolling.

More input, please.

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[ToonaRockGuy]

If this happens, the show wouldn't necessarily be live. I was thinking recording the show and posting it in streaming format once per week. Bands could link to the show on their sites, that would be great.

As I said, we're discussing options, give us some time and we'll see what we can do.

Kev

[Banned]

A Backyard Rocker podcast would be an excellent thing. It could be recorded wherever and whenever is convenient for JP and his guests.

[BDR]

JP records it from time to time as it is so I don't think that would be a huge deal. The more I think about it, the more I like the video possibility this would open up, especially when bands are performing "live in studio."

I think with the (more than likely low) cost that would be involved, we could probably "band" together for a lot of it and I'm sure there're some local businesses out there (music stores, record stores, etc.) that would be willing to go in with some advertising dollars. Plus, we could even set up a Pay Pal or something where people could donate to the cause of covering production costs whenever.

Keep the input flowing. I think we may have something here.

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[BDR]

More thinking out loud. Each week's guest would not only be in studio as is the case now, but there could also be a place where peeps could download the guest's music during or after the show.

Kevin, is it that much of a stretch to stream live audio and video? Just asking because I'm "computer retarded."

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[songsmith]

I'm sure that among us, we have the ability to set up JP with a fine podcast production system. It basically consists of a computer with a recording program (like my favorite, Audacity), a mixing console (doesn't have to be a broadcast console, many popular webcasts originate from Radio Shack gear, but we can easily top that), and a few mics and stands. It could be on a laptop... he could do his show wherever he wanted, or wherever YOU wanted.
Maybe some donated server space, too? Is that expensive?
Also, since the BYR is basically a talk show with performances, why can't they give JP some time on the AM talk station. It couldn't be any worse than some of the rerun crap they play on the weekends, maybe even move him to Saturday afternoons when someone might listen. Then, actually PROMOTE the show during peak hours, as well. We all know it's a great show in it's current format, perhaps it could be promoted as an asset, and not an add-on.
Barring that, it would be pretty simple for us local musicians to supply Jim with whatever he'd need for an excellent podcast, that he doesn't already have. -------->JMS

[songsmith]

Be prepared, though, for traffic. My favorite podcast is the Bluegrass Preservation Society of Gassaway WV's show, and the host, Ewell Ferguson, says he uploads 100 gigs per week to folks who listen in from all over the planet. Europeans in particular are keen on local American music, as are the Aussies. Ewell does the show from his spare bedroom with one microphone, two computers, and a small Mackie board. He claims 100,000 discreet hits per month, though I admit, I'm not fully sure what that means. It sounds impressive, though.------>JMS

[ToonaRockGuy]

To answer Rob's question:

Rob, streaming vid and audio is possible, easily. The only concern with video is the bandwidth that is involved. You're looking at some large costs to do it, and to keep it going. We're discussing it as we speak.

To everyone:

There are discussions underway to possibly have TBY online. But everyone needs to slow down. This will take time. I know that we are all passionate about Jim's status in the music community, and it's the consensus that we all owe him big for everything that he's done for us as musicians over the years.

This will take time, and remember, this whole thing hinges on Jim and whether or not he wants to do it. Options are being discussed, contacts are being made, and plans of action are being formed. There are some professionals getting involved, and right now, the only thing that we can do is support Jim and wait. We have to hammer out the particulars regarding formatting and execution. We'll let everyone know more in a couple days.

Thanks.

[BDR]

To answer Rob's question:

Rob, streaming vid and audio is possible, easily. The only concern with video is the bandwidth that is involved. You're looking at some large costs to do it, and to keep it going. We're discussing it as we speak.

To everyone:

There are discussions underway to possibly have TBY online. But everyone needs to slow down. This will take time. I know that we are all passionate about Jim's status in the music community, and it's the consensus that we all owe him big for everything that he's done for us as musicians over the years.

This will take time, and remember, this whole thing hinges on Jim and whether or not he wants to do it. Options are being discussed, contacts are being made, and plans of action are being formed. There are some professionals getting involved, and right now, the only thing that we can do is support Jim and wait. We have to hammer out the particulars regarding formatting and execution. We'll let everyone know more in a couple days.

Thanks.

I hear what you're saying and of course this would ride on whether JP wants to do it, but I really don't see the need to "slow down" what's happening here. It will happen when it happens but in the meantime, I don't see it as a good thing to stop or slow the process of discussing it and sharing ideas.

I'd rather see this thread grow to 7-8 pages while the appropriate steps are being taken to set up the technical end of things. The more ideas shared, the better for the end product.

More. Input. Please. Peeps.

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[FrigoRecording]

Well this will obviously take some time, but if Jim is willing to do this, I can certainly offer to help out in some way. I have close to 20 years of recording and mixing experience, and although I have not done podcasting, I can certainly offer up some time to help out on the audio end of things. If and when things progress to a point where I may be of assistance, just let me know!

[BDR]

Well this will obviously take some time, but if Jim is willing to do this, I can certainly offer to help out in some way. I have close to 20 years of recording and mixing experience, and although I have not done podcasting, I can certainly offer up some time to help out on the audio end of things. If and when things progress to a point where I may be of assistance, just let me know!

That's what I'm talkin' 'bout, Willis!!!

The Backyard Rocker, brought to you around the globe in part by Phantom X Productions, Frigo Recording, the letters F, U and by the number 69.

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[Colton]

You have 100% of my webmastering support on this guys. Just tell me what you need done.

[xero380]

any design work, show organizing etc...let me know!

[BloodyFingers]

why couldn't you do the vid and upload it to youtube then the whole world could watch it. Maybe it's a stupid idea, but it's a thought. My personal little studio is capable of recording a show like this, so it wouldn't require big big bucks to put together a really good pod casting system. Also if you did recorded shows the bandwidth on the shows end would be zero.

[RachelRocks]

Has anyone on here ever checked out oshradio.com Crazy John does a Live Show once a week, I was a guest once, he records in a tiny room, and he said something about he has it linked to some odd country over seas and it costs him practically nothing. Once again his is a live feed show where you just have to push the "go" button on his site to listen in one Wednesday nights. You can even have call ins. You might want to get in touch with him. He's always more than willing to "spread the love" of music throughout the state of PA! He only has a tiny video camera, a mic, and a laptop. Plus he has a "Player" on his site where he uploads anybody's CDs he's given so then people can visit his site and choose who they want to listen to. It's sort of like the Backyard Rocker, internet style...

[mjb]

how does jim make maoney though! i mean this sounds great but the guy has to make a living? just thinking out loud.

[BDR]

how does jim make maoney though! i mean this sounds great but the guy has to make a living? just thinking out loud.

This of course, won't solve JP's day job problem but at least it would be a way to allow him to continue with the fine work he's been doing for all these years for all of us.

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[mjb]

how does jim make maoney though! i mean this sounds great but the guy has to make a living? just thinking out loud.

This of course, won't solve JP's day job problem but at least it would be a way to allow him to continue with the fine work he's been doing for all these years for all of us.

r:>)

oh........ sorry! must have missed that part.

good job brainstorming everyone!

[DirtySanchez]

how does jim make maoney though! i mean this sounds great but the guy has to make a living? just thinking out loud.

This of course, won't solve JP's day job problem but at least it would be a way to allow him to continue with the fine work he's been doing for all these years for all of us.

r:>)

We still may be able to sell some ad space on the show to pay for costs and maybe even put a few bucks in his pocket?
I know that I'd pull my resources and donate some time and energy to selling some ad time for Jim and the show. It's the very least I could do. He's promoted every band I've ever been in. Put my ugly mug in the PA Musician right beside the best players in the state and spread the word for every benefit I've ever done. All without me ever even having to ask, just did it because he's a good dude with a passion for music and a soft spot for us starving artists. I'd actually love to have a chance to give some of that back.

[Naga]

Hell... Technically, just putting all of this back online can be done with a $30 webcam, a $15 mic, a computer, some software, and an internet connection. It's absolutely simple, and he could do it from almost ANYWHERE, EVEN IN BARS AND OTHER FREQUENT PLACES! Sites like MySpace, Youtube, etc. etc. etc. host tons of videos, and I'm sure that finding a simple website to host an actual show wouldn't be hard to dig up

There are sites like this that put things out for absolutely free. Some sites offer, for free mind you, 50GB of space online. To do an hour of show time per week may take some of that up quickly, but several of them have small fees to even escalate that space online higher. At that point, I'm sure we could use Youtube or some others for online archiving sake

Of course all of this boils down to a few things... What's JP gonna do financially in the mean time? Does he want to do it? Is "The Backyard Rocker" trademarked, and is it done so by JP, or is it owned by Q94?

I'm sure he could take up a small day job, make a new name and just do it at his leisure, to answer all of those aforementioned in worst-case scenarios. It could simply be an out-of-the-basement continuation with more relaxation about it... But again, that's ALL up to Jim Price himself

[PanzerFaust]

I'll make some Iced Tea and Finger Sandwiches!!!!!!

J/K Continue with the seriousness..... It's all good