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The National Rifle

Philadelphia, PA

The National Rifle is an indie/punk rock band from Philadelphia, PA. Their DIY ethics and undescribable energy forces them to stand out from other Philadelphia area bands. Their most recent release, Vanity Press (2010), includes the hallmark sig... view more

  1. on October 17, 2011
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    The National Rifle
    Posted project update #10

    TNR's Kickstarter Rewards Party!

    So last night we skipped practice and had a little Kickstarter reward party! 

    Here are some pictures to prove that we are working hard to get the rewards your way. Well all we can say is we are very thankful that Buddy is the most anal drummer in Philadelphia and kept all of his old drumheads. They sure came in handy. Who would have thought that BUDDY was so popular?? 

    Here are some pics of our Kickstarter party! I am sure you are just boiling with excitement, arent you??! We must apologize in advance for the inappropriate comments in the thank you cards. Alcohol was definitely involved. 

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  2. on October 12, 2011
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    The National Rifle
    Posted project update #9

    Rewards are coming soon!

    Hey everyone!

    Just wanted to let you guys know we have not forgotten about you!! We have been working hard to gather everyone's information so we can send out your rewards!

    We have pretty much gotten everyone's survey information (except for a few stragglers...you know who you are! if you have not responded to the survery - please do so ASAP!).

    We are now getting everything signed, packaged, and sealed with a kiss. Rewards will begin to mail out no later than next week!!

    We appreciate your patience and please feel free to message us if you have any questions!!

    TNR

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  3. on October 3, 2011
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    The National Rifle
    Posted project update #8

    Succesfully Funded! :)

    ITS OFFICIAL!! We have  a SUCCESSFULLY FUNDED Kickstarter campaign!!

    Our $3000 goal was met in just FIVE days and a total of $5080 pledged by the end of our campaign. This money supports almost HALF of the full cost of recording which is more than what we set out for. We are SPEECHLESS over the amazing support from our friends, family, and fans!! This album is a officially a reality and trust us....its gonna be good.

    But all of you are deserving of way more than just a "thank you". We have rewards/incentives we owe you and we will be working extra hard to get them to you as soon as possible. You can feel free to message us if you have any questions or concerns regarding the process!! We will be reaching out to you guys over the next couple of weeks for addresses and any other info we need to make sure you receive your well deserved reward!!

    Stay tuned as the chaos has only just begun....

    THANK YOU MOTHERFUCKERS!!!!!

    The National Rifle

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        Jerry Sweeney on October 3, 2011

        congrads u guys r the Best, cant wait 2 hear it, get er done. Best of luck

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        Michelle Brovey on October 5, 2011

        :)


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  4. on October 3, 2011
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    The National Rifle's FIRST Full Length Album! by The National Rifle

    The National Rifle is announcing their Kickstarter campaign to raise funds to support the recording of their first full length album.

    • 169% funded $5,080 pledged
    • 40 backers
    • Funded Oct 03, 2011
  5. on October 1, 2011
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    The National Rifle
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    uh duh....i think you know that answer to that question. its CLEARLY Lynna.
  6. on October 1, 2011
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    The National Rifle
    Posted project update #7

    36 hours to go!!!!!

    We are so close to $5K and have 36 hours to go!!! LETS DO THIS!!!! 

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  7. on September 28, 2011
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    The National Rifle
    Posted project update #6

    4 DAYS LEFT!!

    We are SO close to $5,000!!! You guys are incredible!!

    We only have 4 more days to spread the word! Time for TNR GONE WILD!

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        Michelle Brovey on September 29, 2011

        So who takes their shirts off in this version?

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        The National Rifle on October 1, 2011

        uh duh....i think you know that answer to that question.

        its CLEARLY Lynna.


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  8. on September 21, 2011
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    The National Rifle
    Posted project update #5

    Less than TWO weeks to go!

    Hey guys! We only have 11 days left until our Kickstarter campaign comes to an end! We cannot thank everyone enough for all your support and donations! But we still need your help spreading the word to everyone! We want to try to reach 5K!! Are you up to the TNR challenge???
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        Jennifer Stanley on September 21, 2011

        YOU CAN DO IT!!!!!!


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  9. on August 30, 2011
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    The National Rifle
    Posted project update #4

    150% FUNDED!!

    Thanks to our amazing family/friends/fans - our Kickstarter campaign is 150% funded!! We are beyound our goal and still going strong!!

    Almost HALF of the full cost of the album is funded!! Our first full length album is becoming a reality and we cannot thank everyone enough!!

    Keep spreadin' the word! Tell your friends, parents, brothers, sisters, cousins, wife, husband, boyfriend, girlfriend, your other girlfriend, the guy sitting next to you at the bar, that random stranger on the street, the garbage man, the mail man, the toll booth dude, your creepy neighbor, your annoying coworkers (we put that last because we all know we hate talking to coworkers when we dont have to).

    TELL EVERYONE!! Pledge to TNR's first full length album and say you were part of the best album ever!!!

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        Michelle Brovey on August 30, 2011

        Man, I am so happy. Have met a lot of your fan at home through this. TNR fan rock. You also have wonderful parents who we have to give credit for raising such talented, kind hearted people. Family as well. If I had it I would pledge $5,000. I love you guys. TNR friends as well.


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  10. on August 23, 2011
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    The National Rifle
    Posted project update #3

    We have hit our goal! Let's keep it up!

    It is a DREAM COME TRUE!! We have made our $3000 goal!!! Thank you SO MUCH to everyone who donated so far! We are truly the luckiest band ever.

    We still have 40 days to go to keep raising funds!! So spread the word - TNR IS RECORDING A FULL LENGTH ALBUM!!

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        Kimberly A. Cross on August 23, 2011

        I love these guys....they work hard.....they are down to earth, caring people with so much energy and love for their fans!! They are just a breath away from the break they need, I feel it in my soul and believe in them....ever since I saw them two years ago for the first time. Michelle and I are two of their biggest fans and have also become their friends over the last two years. I am proud to be a backer of such a great cause!! <3

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        Michelle Brovey on August 24, 2011

        WOW almost 4k! Woooohoooooooo! Don't forget everyone even with goal met, they album production with recording and making the cd's etc. Costs way more. Any little bit can help. Plus as my TNR buddy Kim says, the tours cost a ton. Think of the gas for that van of theirs. Plus it's loaded down with people and equipment. I would also like them to eat good meals. Not that Green Eggs and Ham Jer found under the seat. Plus add in places to stay that don't have bed bugs. Let's treat them like royalty. Like Kim said this band F'N rocks. I have never wished for a band to make it soooo much, and my ex, and two old best friends were drummers in bands, not to mention all the other bands I knew. SO I LOVE TNR more than my ex. Even if my ex was not my ex. LMAO. I am so happy they made it over the goal. Just remember for just 10 you get a digital download of cd before release. 15 a hard copy. Dude I want to run around with a sign asking for people to help. Hey we could bring a printout of the plege gifts and about the band to other shows we go see. Or even email the link. Or ask Grandma to donate some and it can be your Christmas present. It worked for me lol. In my case my family knows I love the band, well I think everyone knows that by now with my cross country flights. So maybe just bring it up with anyone you think would be sympathetic to the cause. :)

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        buttercup on August 27, 2011

        Nothing like a bunch of teens rattling your house windows....miss the early garage band days guys! Am proud at your stick-to-it-tiveness. Hardest working band around. Great sound. Great musicians. Great son(s). Go TNR! love ~ the momma.


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