New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: katlaughing
Date: 25 Jul 11 - 06:06 PM

Wonderful!!

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: DMcG
Date: 25 Jul 11 - 12:21 PM

I'll reserve a set of them all from the UK

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: michaelr
Date: 25 Jul 11 - 02:29 AM

We're still missing Stephen L. Rich's information. This is getting desperate!

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: Charley Noble
Date: 24 Jul 11 - 10:40 PM

And well done, Bradfordian, for shepherding this flock of cats.

And for your next act, do you walk on water?

Cheerily,
Charley Noble

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: bradfordian
Date: 24 Jul 11 - 07:08 PM

I hope to burn the CDs next weekend (31st July)
and get them shipped for reproduction.

Just a few days left for any adjustments to the lyrics/notes on the other thread.

We are 99.5% there with the songs, lyrics and artwork, and rearing to go.

Well done to all the contributors for submitting and double checking lyrics and notes.

bradfordian

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: dick greenhaus
Date: 20 Jul 11 - 12:09 AM

If the masters arrive as scheduled, thre will be a stock for sale at the CAMSCO table at the Getaway.

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: Genie
Date: 19 Jul 11 - 08:16 PM

Never dreamed I'd be proud to be called a "cog," but thanks, Barrie.

Just wondering out loud here:
Any chance that the "launch" at Getaway could be accompanied by stocks of actual CDs to sell there, to eliminate "shipping and handling" charges or at least abate some of them?

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: bbc
Date: 17 Jul 11 - 07:57 PM

All sounds great, Barrie, including the price. Thanks so much for running this project!

Barbara

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: Noreen
Date: 17 Jul 11 - 07:40 PM

reeeeefresh

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: bradfordian
Date: 14 Jul 11 - 05:55 PM

Just to remind you guys, I'm only the oil (superior grade oil tho!) that lubricates the cogs. michaelr is the kingpin! (but the whole thing would not work without any of the cogs!!!)

Thanks to all who have got back to this so soon. very nearly at the end of this phase.

bradfordian

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: Noreen
Date: 14 Jul 11 - 05:41 PM

Hi Barrie, I have contacted Jed Marum through facebook to let him know his presence is required on the other thread- but it appears he's away from home just now.

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: The Sandman
Date: 14 Jul 11 - 04:54 PM

100 where is leadfingers

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: michaelr
Date: 14 Jul 11 - 04:53 PM

We still need the following information for the WATER CD:

Seamus Kennedy, "The Sailor's Alphabet" - who plays on this track?
Stephen L. Rich, "Talkin' to the Vines" - who plays on this track?
Animaterra, "Maple Sweet" - who sings on this track?

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: Charley Noble
Date: 14 Jul 11 - 09:14 AM

Bradfordian-

song/tune/notes look fine to me.

Cheerily,
Charley Noble

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: bradfordian
Date: 14 Jul 11 - 08:10 AM

The majority of contributors to these CDs should have emails with instructions to verify their song/tune/notes etc.

You all can now view the 2011 Mudcat CDs lyrics thread, BUT IF YOU ARE NOT A CONTRIBUTOR, PLEASE REFRAIN FROM POSTING TO THAT THREAD as it is for editing purposes. Thank you for your co-operation.

I have NOT yet been able to contact the following by email
(As you may know, PMs are down at the moment)

Olddude,
Marilynio,
alanabit,
Jed Marum,

It would be very helpful If these people could check the 2011 Mudcat CDs Lyrics thread and post that all is good or request a change

bradfordian

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: My guru always said
Date: 14 Jul 11 - 07:58 AM

Just let me know what & when you need & your ETA, you're booked Barrie!

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: bradfordian
Date: 14 Jul 11 - 07:54 AM

Save a corner for me please, Hils

bradfordian

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: My guru always said
Date: 14 Jul 11 - 03:58 AM

We'll definitely be at Herga for the launch!! Might have some spare sleeping space at Old Keepers if needs be....

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: dick greenhaus
Date: 13 Jul 11 - 05:54 PM

Eagerly awaiting masters so that production can get cracking.

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: katlaughing
Date: 13 Jul 11 - 05:41 PM

Thanks to all who are "beavering away" at this. :-) Barrie, that is exciting to hear you will be at the Getaway!

kat

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: stallion
Date: 13 Jul 11 - 03:21 AM

Cannot see any good reason why we couldn't be there, Ron will be working and his diary is full for a couple of years but unless he is jetting off to foreign climbs can't see why not. I will get back when I have talked it over with t'others, both out of country at the moment!
Peter

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: Sandra in Sydney
Date: 13 Jul 11 - 03:15 AM

I've saved my money!

now I just need to save some patience ...

sandra

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: Janie
Date: 12 Jul 11 - 08:54 PM

All of you working on this project, and especially Bradfordian, ya'll are champions!

Hurray, Barrie, very much looking forward to meeting you at the Getaway.

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: ClaireBear
Date: 12 Jul 11 - 08:43 PM

Bradfordian at the Getaway -- that's wonderful news!

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: bradfordian
Date: 12 Jul 11 - 07:10 PM

U.K. launch on Nov 14th (Monday) at HERGA F.C. [Kitty, can you fix up some stabling for 2BS&S, just in case???]. I will be there..

U.S. launch at FSGW Getaway.(I'm gonna be there too.)

That's plan A......!

More about these nearer the dates.

bradfordiian

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: GUEST
Date: 12 Jul 11 - 01:28 PM

can you refresh the uk launch party date and venue, 2BS&S may be able to come

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: GUEST,BRADFORDIAN
Date: 12 Jul 11 - 12:59 PM

Well, we (the team) are still beavering away with this project. We are coming towards the end of the preparation stage which includes checking lyrics, collecting "liner" notes, preparing the artwork, and much, much more (little did I realise just how much more!). After this stage, we will create the masters and get them replicated.

Over the next few days, I hope to contact all the contributors by email and/or PM to give us a final verification on lyrics and "liner" notes so that we can finalise and burn the pdfs onto the CDs BY THE END OF JULY; So:-

ALL MUDCAT CD (& SEASONAL CD) CONTRIBUTORS, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAILS AND PMs OVER THE NEXT FEW DAYS FOR FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

bradfordian

PS. The rest you, keep putting a bit of money to one side for these CDs. We have some brilliant gems on the CDs, and I'm pretty sure we have something for everyone (well 99%)

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: Genie
Date: 18 Jun 11 - 06:38 AM

When Amos put together the first set of Mudcat CDs (the Blueplate Specials), I bought one complete set and or or 5 more of the one I had a song on. IIRC, Dick let me purchase all 9 or 10 of them for $12 apiece.
That makes sense to me, since it does encourage buying in bulk, or "multiple copies," no matter which assemblage of CDs you select.

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: Leadfingers
Date: 18 Jun 11 - 06:11 AM

I will definately be in for a set plus at least one extra seasonal for the guy who wrote 'my' song !

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: bradfordian
Date: 18 Jun 11 - 05:30 AM

There will be discounts for "bulk" orders .....Anything to get your money. ;~)

If you are really desperate to part with your money, I guess I need to start to set that facility up.

For those who want to buy in US dollars, Dick Greenhaus will handle that. I will handle the ones who want to pay in UK pounds and Euros.

I will let you know on Mudcat when we are ready to roll.

bradfordian.

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: rich-joy
Date: 18 Jun 11 - 12:42 AM

Ha ha - made the old mistake of using the tab key and so, posted before I wanted too!!!


My "PS" was to ask :

How soon can we pay??
(not sure how my finances will be in November!! .... or the exchange rate, come to that - LOL!!)

Cheers,
Rich-Joy
Down Under

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: rich-joy
Date: 18 Jun 11 - 12:39 AM

Yes, count me in for a set of 6 too - many thanks!

Rich-Joy
Down Under

PS

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: katlaughing
Date: 04 Jun 11 - 11:10 AM

Those are absolutely fair prices, imo, esp. generous in including postage and handling. What about a discount if we buy multiples (at least 6) of the same one? I am thinking Christmas presents for family and friends. I, too, hope there will be no jewel cases.

I'll buy one set, plus I am sure we'll want one or two extras of the one my grandson is on, "Sky" is it?

Thanks, again!

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: GUEST,999
Date: 04 Jun 11 - 09:07 AM

Cool. Dick certainly knows what he`s about in that department.

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: bradfordian
Date: 04 Jun 11 - 04:23 AM

Sandra, I did propose $15 for a single CD with shipping.
People ordering sets PLUS extras will get a discount on the extras when included in a single order.
I'm hoping that a fair bundle price will encourage people to go for that option. Dick has been consulted. There's no need to be greedy, Mudcat will do extremly handsomely even after production and shipping costs. Obviously, the lower we can keep the price, the more people will buy (whole sets hopefully.

bradfordian

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: Sandra in Sydney
Date: 04 Jun 11 - 03:57 AM

good idea

sandra

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: Janie
Date: 03 Jun 11 - 10:41 PM

What Bruce said.

If postage and handling are included, the prices may need to be a bit higher, at least for single CD orders. If you are not getting advice from Dick G. on pricing and postage already, suggest you consult.

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: GUEST,999
Date: 03 Jun 11 - 09:30 PM

Cool. I'd rethink the issue of postage. Even without jewel cases it will eat into the profits for Mudcat. Perhaps gi'e it another look.

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: jacqui.c
Date: 03 Jun 11 - 08:45 PM

I'm in for a set plus the CD that Wiscasset is on, for the writer.

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: AllisonA(Animaterra)
Date: 03 Jun 11 - 08:16 PM

This is so exciting! The last time around I didn't have the technology- this time, Barrie, you made it so easy! Can't wait to hear what other Catters are up to, too!

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: Charley Noble
Date: 03 Jun 11 - 03:41 PM

$60 for the set is an excellent deal all around.

I'm sure I'll be able to sell my set to collectors for at least twice that as soon as the world learns about it!

Cheerily,
Charley Noble

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: Will Fly
Date: 03 Jun 11 - 03:39 PM

Count me in for a set.

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: Leadfingers
Date: 03 Jun 11 - 03:36 PM

Thanks Genie ! That Computes ! I will wait patiently

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: Genie
Date: 03 Jun 11 - 03:29 PM

Leadfingers, I can't speak definitively, but I know there has been some juggling going on in order to fit as many songs as possible on each CD, so it may be too early for Barrie or Michael to post the tracklists yet. I know of a few songs that have 'migrated' from one of the CDs to another.
My guess is that the tracklists will be made public as soon as the CDs are 'in the can', so to speak. But I'm not the horse's mouth in this case. (I hope I'm not some other part of the horse, either.)

Genie

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: Leadfingers
Date: 03 Jun 11 - 02:26 PM

I will certainly have all six , with a probable extra for the guy who rote the song I am doing on 'Snow' !
Whats the chance of a list of who is doing what on which ??

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: Dennis the Elder
Date: 03 Jun 11 - 11:26 AM

Sounds like a good deal, Bradfordian.
We met at the Yorkshire gathering a couple of weeks ago and I am looking forward to the release.
Please reserve me a set.

Dennis

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: Sandra in Sydney
Date: 03 Jun 11 - 10:51 AM

$10US each or $60US for the set sounds good to me

I assume you will send the CDs & inserts without jewel cases to cut down on postage to far-flung paces like the antipodes?

I'll order a set

sandra (waiting patiently)

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: bradfordian
Date: 03 Jun 11 - 09:30 AM

Here is the PROPOSED prices for the Mudcat CDs.
I will take your comments before confirming the prices.

I want to keep prices rounded rather than matching exchange rates.
That helps to keep it simple, as does IMO including shipping costs.

The prices reflect that the project has NOT been done in a professional studio, that all tracks have been donated, that there may be a little variability in quality (because I wanted to be inclusive).

I'm also bearing in mind the economic climate AND the fact that Mudcat is doing fair from those adverts which you are all clicking away at!

I would prefer to sell bundles but have been advised that single CDs should be available at the same time as the bundles (I was going to hold back for a few months, but have relented on that)

5 Mudcat CDs PLUS the seasonal CD $60, £35, 45Euros TO INCLUDE shipping,
Any 1 CD $15, £9, 12Euros TO INCLUDE shipping.

Please let me have your feedback here or by PM/e-mail (see the poster for my addy) Then I will either confirm or modify those prices.

bradfordian

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: Sandra in Sydney
Date: 31 May 11 - 07:40 PM

ditto -

I finally got to see the beautiful poster - by clicking on the improved link, I couldn't get to it from the first one (weird!)

sandra

Subject: RE: New Mudcat CD set 'THIS IS US'
From: Seamus Kennedy
Date: 31 May 11 - 07:13 PM

Impressive poster, thank you!
Good work, Bradfordian et al.

Seamus