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James VanOsdol

Chicago, IL

I'm a Chicago-based writer, former radio personality, and all-around nice guy.

  1. Martin Atkins New Book - Band:Smart by Martin Atkins

    The sequel to the Amazon.com top #20 music business book Tour:Smart

    • 62% funded $11,325 pledged
    • 287 backers
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  2. I WANT MY SKAFISH BOOTLEG! by Skafish

    Chicago Punk/Indie pioneer Skafish has a 1977 bootleg of his 21st birthday concert in Chicago and he wants you to hear it!

    • 12% funded $1,850 pledged
    • 32 backers
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  3. Jamboree Q101 Chicago by Q101

    Please Support Q101, Pledge $1...you only pay if we raise $300 K! Make sure you watch the VIDEO http://www.Q101Jamboree.com

    Funding Unsuccessful (05/05/2012)
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    Comics in Focus: The Image Revolution by Sequart Research & Literacy Organization

    Twenty years ago, six artists created a company that changed comics. Now, hear the story of Image Comics from its formation to today.

    • 101% funded $11,130 pledged
    • 199 backers
    • Funded Apr 25, 2012
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    Minnie Minoso: The Documentary by thomas weinberg

    Profile of one of baseball's true pioneers. 89 and going strong, Cuban native broke the color and cultural barriers in 1951 in Chicago.

    • 103% funded $20,744 pledged
    • 166 backers
    • Funded May 12, 2012
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    "Santa vs Dracula!" Full Color, 175 Page, Graphic Novel by Melanded

    Vampires vs Elves! Werewolves vs Reindeer! Naughty vs Nice in an epic battle! SANTA VS DRACULA! This time...It's Seasonal!

    • 106% funded $10,112 pledged
    • 242 backers
    • Funded Nov 27, 2011
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    Michael McDermott's New Album !! by Michael McDermott

    MIchael hopes to go into the studio in January 2012 to record his ninth official studio release.

    • 135% funded $30,420 pledged
    • 142 backers
    • Funded Nov 13, 2011
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    The Super Happy Fun Club - European Tour by The Super Happy Fun Club

    The Super Happy Fun Club is heading to Europe!! We need your help!!!

    • 168% funded $4,210 pledged
    • 76 backers
    • Funded Aug 19, 2011
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    Help support Jimmy Palmiotti's QUEEN CRAB graphic novel by JIMMY PALMIOTTI

    QUEEN CRAB is an original graphic novel written by Jimmy Palmiotti featuring artwork by Artiz Eigurem, Amanda conner & Sas Christian.

    • 137% funded $10,969 pledged
    • 218 backers
    • Funded Aug 04, 2011
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    2011 cylinder record to tape to vinyl: all analog recording! by Thomas Negovan

    Help Thomas Negovan take new recordings made on a 1894 wax cylinder recorder and press a vinyl record: NO DIGITAL STEPS AT ALL!

    • 105% funded $3,169 pledged
    • 58 backers
    • Funded Jun 27, 2011
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    London and a Year: A Photo and Essay Book by Brian Leli

    A book of photos and essays by an American photographer spending one year in London.

    • 100% funded $15,050 pledged
    • 101 backers
    • Funded May 27, 2011
  12. John L. Sullivan Solo Debut Album Presale by Paul Grachan

    Former Loudmouth member John L. Sullivan is recording his solo debut, and with your backing, negotiate the crazy new music industry!

    Funding Unsuccessful (12/28/2010)
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    THE ROGUES GALLERY: Chicago's First Ever Original Comic Art Gallery by Patrick Brower

    The Rogues Gallery is Chicago's first ever Comic Art Gallery. The gallery will exhibit comic book art from creators all around the world.

    • 257% funded $6,186 pledged
    • 99 backers
    • Funded Nov 17, 2010