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      Steven Siden on May 21, 2010

      Any chance it's still going to happen?

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      Simon Remiszewski on May 12, 2010

      Ah only 4 hours left! Hopefully we get a miracle or something.

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      Neil Ludd on May 11, 2010

      Well, no one can fault you guys for trying. It was a noble effort.

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      Justin on May 10, 2010

      So with my donation of $40 I get a golden ticket, right? That's the deal, right?

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      Katherine on May 6, 2010

      Is there any chance it would still happen if the goal is not reached by that day?

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      Nathan Mattise on May 5, 2010

      Any chance it can turn into a few band outdoor show at least? A week left and hopefully a rosy outcome...

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      Hannah Segrave on April 21, 2010

      i gave you kids 40 bones today (at least i think it was today-- this time difference is crazy wild)! i cant wait to hear MEGA SECRETS!!!!!!*$*$&!*!$#

      also, you both are rockstars. i cant wait for it.

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      Steve on April 19, 2010

      keep the hipster dream alive, gabe, you daft motherfucker. have a rack of pbr on me. hope all is well.

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      Sean Frasier on April 18, 2010

      $40 pledged. I really hope that poster is autographed by Shane.

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      jennifer K on April 18, 2010

      Facebook told me I had to comment here saying I pledged $35 in order to get the SPECIAL OFFER(!!!!). So I am doing that! Hollaa. [2]

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      Patrick Haran on April 18, 2010

      pledged $35 to get that free signed poster. fest is gonna be awesome if it happens.

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      Patrick H. Donges on April 18, 2010

      Look for a feature article on Mountain Man Fest in tomorrow's (4/19) Saratogian. Still only 75 cents for pulp and ink, and free anytime online at http://www.saratogian.com.

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      Elaina Crary on April 18, 2010

      so i pledged my 35 TODAY so I better get that poster bitches.

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      Maeve Gilman on April 18, 2010

      Facebook told me I had to comment here saying I pledged $35 in order to get the SPECIAL OFFER(!!!!). So I am doing that! Hollaa.

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      John Koella on April 16, 2010

      You're on at lunch on Wednesdays, right?

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      Gabriel on April 15, 2010

      @ John Koella. Thanks for listening John. You sure you're listening to my show? The guys after me play 90s hip hop, their show is called 5 boroughs. Either way, thanks for your support!

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      Alicia on April 15, 2010

      Good luck guys! See you there :)

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      Jeff Vickers on April 15, 2010

      Congrads on the initiative on potentially revolutionizing the live music experience. This project gives new life to anyone who has ever dreamed of assembling of all their favorite bands in one place. I think this dedication also bridges a tremendous gap between musicians and their fans. Mountain man breaks the barriers of callous agents and impossible contractual minutia, Mountain Man is about the music and the people who enjoy it, and more importantly Mountain Man brings about a much needed music scene to an area that's been clamoring for anything but DIY punk rip-offs at Valentines or high school ridden crap shows at Northern Lights. Good work Gabe and Shane. Here's some real good-vibe, hippie-shit feel goodery props for yal!!

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      John Koella on April 15, 2010

      Great throw of an open can of beer Gabe. By the way, I listen to your show every week, I thought that was you. I really like it, but I like th soul guy after you even better.

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      Mike on April 15, 2010

      This NEEDS to happen...this town has been itching for some real music. I'm sick of driving to Mass or NYC to see a good show...

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      Spencer Wells on April 15, 2010

      Yo I'd throw down even more bones on this if you got the BAND Mountain Man to play. They'd probably do it on the cheap as you named the whole damn thing after them.

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      Brandon Giddens on April 12, 2010

      I would buy plane ticket(s) to New York if Mountain Man Fest were to come into existence. I've never seen a lineup where I like EVERY band.

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      Garrett Parker on April 12, 2010

      This is opening weekend at the Saratoga Racetrack. I might need to kickstart my hotel room.

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Receive your choice of Mountain Man Fest Poster signed by our very lovely artist. Do you wanted olde timey, bearded man of the mountain? Or maybe a sweet deer head mount for your wall?...

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Strut your fantastic musical tastes proudly with a Mountain Man Fest tee shirt! You get ONE excellent said tee shirt, to be designed by us (I mean, our artist). So if you like the posters, you'll definitely dig on it.

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ONE ticket good for all day admittance to Mountain Man Fest on July 24th, 2010 in Saratoga Springs, NY. You (yes you!) get to see 12 hrs+ of amazing bands (including Islands, Health, Real Estate, Phantogram, Woods, Pill Wonder, Family Portrait, Summer Camp, Cults, Eternal Summers, Memoryhouse, & Yip Yip...) chock full of non-stop, outta your seat excitement. You'll also be blessed with the sweet satisfaction of knowing that YOU helped make possible this history making musical event.

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ONE ticket good for all day admittance to Mountain Man Fest on July 24th, 2010 in Saratoga Springs, NY. See all the amazing bands in the flesh. AND you get your choice of stylin show poster signed by the still very lovely artist. By this point you already know you're a good person for supporting such an outlandishly fantastic event, but we'll thank you again.

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Do you want a golden ticket? No its not made of gold, but you will have an all access backstage pass, with a secret rad comfy lounge available to you. There'll probably be a buffet of tasty snacks & beverages involved, likely with gummy somethings for you to nibble on, etc. You'll get to say hi to the bands, maybe grab a snapshot with them, and I know Health will definitely want to meet you. You also get hugs from Gabe & Shane if you want them, no pressure.

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Are you a music related vendor? A rad music label? Record store? Magazine? Alternative newspaper? Blog? etc.? Not sure if you fit the bill? Message us. For $500 bones you get a booth of your very own to call home for the day. INCLUDING: one banquet sized table (8/10ft long), two chairs to rest your tired feet, and admission for two to the event (that way you split up shifts and still enjoy the show yourselves! Gee aren't we thoughtful...). Share whatever wonderful music related inspiration you have to the 2,500 fans that supported this event.

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Hi my name is Gabriel, I grew up in Rhode Island, and I graduated from Skidmore College in 2008 with a double BA in Geosciences & Studio Art. I'm also known as DJ baby buster on my vinyl exclusive radio show Wednesdays 12am-2am on WSPN 91.1 I am a Solar Energy Specialist, and I design photovoltaic systems for residential homes. Green energy wins.