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Update #11: Sneak Peak - Jeffrey Lewis on Radio Unnameable Mix CD
Listen to a sneak peak of Good Old Pig, Gone to Avalon performed live on Radio Unnameable in 2007. The studio version can be heard on Jeffrey's latest album Em Are I.
This exclusive track will be included on our Radio Unnameable Mix CD, along with many other rare goodies we are currently gathering.
Also, there are several pieces of artwork by Jeffrey Lewis still available. Help us spread the word about the project, and these great rewards, as we approach the end of the fundraiser.
Thanks!
Jessica & Paul
Update #10: Bubbletape sneak peak
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Update #9: "Night People" and the music of Henry Flynt
A few years back we had the honor of being able to use Henry Flynt's composition "Conga" in a short film we made featuring Bob Fass called "Night People". Henry is a minimalist composer, philosopher and author of some of the best hillbilly music these ears have ever heard.
The great Locust Music in Chicago have released numerous recordings by Henry Flynt, all of them worth seeking out. And we are thrilled to include one of those, 'Nova Billy, as a reward for this fundraiser. Also thrown in is a rare and out of print poster.
Visit the Locust site to hear some of Henry's music:
http://www.locustmusic.com/index.php...
And please linger while you're there to listen to some other samplings of Locust's varied and rich catalog.
"Night People" was produced in association with Cinelan, a video publisher that produces three minute documentaries. The film features Bob Fass with listener and taxi driver John McDonagh ruminating in the wee hours of the night:
Update #8: Halfway Point: New Rewards Added!
We have just passed the halfway point on our Kickstarter fundraiser! Thank you to all who contributed. We have added some exciting new rewards and hope to keep the momentum going as we come down the home stretch.
Here's what's new:
Did you know Bob Fass was once a villain in a Wonder Woman comic? It's true, and acclaimed comic book writer Denny O'Neil will autograph the DC Comics compilation featuring this issue. Other new rewards include signed books from Suze Rotolo and Ben Katchor, Robert Scotto's wonderful Moondog book and CD, a Henry Flynt gift pack and mix tapes courtesy of the East Village Radio show Pizza Party.
Prizes are also still available from Paul Krassner, Jeffrey Lewis, Peter Stampfel of The Holy Modal Rounders, the Crystal Stilts, musical archaeologist Mitch Blank and Bob Fass himself.
Thanks again and please spread the word!
Jessica & Paul
Update #7: We reached our Goal!! BUT we still have a long way to go!!!
We reached our Kickstarter goal of $5000 in less than a month!!! That means that we are guaranteed to receive the funding and you are guaranteed to get your Reward!!! Thank you to everyone who donated and shared our fundraiser with your friends and family!
$5000 is only a small portion of what we need to finish Radio Unnameable. Over the next 2 months we will be adding more Fabulous and Rare Rewards and we hope that you will continue to help us by spreading the word about our Film and this Fundraiser - send emails, post it on Facebook and Twitter!!
Our first new addition:
ONE Limited Edition JEFFREY LEWIS ARTWORK SIGNED AND NUMBERED. One 8.5 x11 color drawing from the artist / musician Jeffrey Lewis created for the animated music video about Bob Fass and Radio Unnameable. You choose which drawing you would like or get ALL FOUR for $100!
Watch the animated video here: http://www.youtube.com/watch...
Thank you!
Jessica & Paul
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Steve Knezevich on March 24, 2010
Great news! The more I know about the project and where it's at, the more I want to donate. I like the incentives, but I also love the idea that Kickstarter allows me to feel like I'm involved and that my donation is moving the process forward. The process in and of itself is interesting, makes me feel like I want to tell others, etc. etc.
Great stuff and keep it going! Think how long Bob has been at it, you guys are just getting started!
all the best,
steve k
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Update #6: Sneak Peak - Track from Crystal Stilts MIX CD
The Crystals Stilts have just provided us with a preview of one of the tracks that will be on their homemade MIX CD, created exclusively for this fundraiser. At the time of this posting there are only 17 left. So pledge now and please tell your friends. Again, this CD is only available here!
The track is "Bad Education" by The Blue Orchids. Here's what Andy from the Crystal Stilts has to say about the song:
"The Blue Orchids were led by Martin Bramah and Una Baines when they left The Fall, after Live at the Witch Trials I believe, in a split that worked out best for both, as that was the beginning of the best Fall era and The Blue Orchids who were great, more psych influenced kind of post-punk or something. This song is a bit more mellow."
Enjoy!
Update #5: Due to high demand, more Peter Stampfel mix CDs added!
Unfortunately we have sold out on all of the Peter Stampfel/Holy Modal Rounder gift packs. Fortunately we have been able to add 15 MIX CDs personally curiated by Mr. Stampfel. Act now. These won't be around long.
Also, Peter Stampfel will be included on our exclusive Radio Unnameable Mix CD. Scroll down to hear a preview of the song "Handyman" he performed on the program in 1967.
(Note: this is a separate reward than Peter's Mix CD.)
Thank you and Please spread the word!!!
Update #4: PAUL KRASSNER MESSAGE
Paul Krassner - author, journalist, stand-up comedian, the founder and editor of The Realist, original Yippie and long time friend and guest of Bob Fass and Radio Unnameable, taped a message for us about our Kickstarter Fundraiser and the Rewards he generously donated to us.
$200 Limited Edition PAUL KRASSNER GIFT PACK:
PORN SOUP, POT STORIES FOR THE SOUL, DISNEYLAND MEMORIAL ORGY POSTER (1967 centerspread for Krassner's influential magazine The Realist by Mad Magazine artist Wally Wood).
All three items SIGNED by Paul Krassner.
Please share the video and info about these very cool and rare rewards!
Thanks!
Update #3: Peter Stampfel performs Handyman on Radio Unnameable 1967
We are thrilled and honored that one of our favorite musicians PETER STAMPFEL of THE HOLY MODAL ROUNDERS has put together a special hand crafted gift pack for this fundraiser.
Not only do you get a DVD and poster from the documentary The Holy Modal Rounders...Bound To Lose, Peter's new CD Dook of The Beatniks, and a personally selected compilation mix CD that Peter is already hard at work on. But to top it off, Peter will name a new song after YOU!
There are only three Gift Packs left! So act fast!
Also, here is a sneak peak of one of the many rare and unreleased goodies that will be on our RADIO UNNAMEABLE MIX CD. Listen to Peter performing on Radio Unnameable in 1967 playing a knockout version of Handyman by Jimmy Jones.
We will continue to post audio and video from these rewards. So please keep checking in and spread the word!
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peter stampfel on March 2, 2010
yow, the tape is really speeded up, & there's this one part where i keep playing the wrong chord, but there's some cool stuff i did i forgot & will do again!
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Update #2: MORE CRYSTAL STILTS MIX CDS
The CRYSTAL STILTS GIFT PACK had been so popular, it sold out in only a few days!
Unfortunately the band does not have any more t-shirts or tote bags, but we are going to add 20 more Custom Curated Mix CDs. These will be available for $25 and includes a Special Thanks on the film's website.
Featured on the Mix CD will be songs chosen by the band, new and old, music that has inspired them, amused them and will make you happy too.
Over the coming weeks we will be previewing a few of these songs. So please keep checking in and spreading the word!
Thanks!
Update #1: Off to a Fantastic Start!
We are overwhelmed by the generosity from everyone on helping us fund Radio Unnameable. It has been an amazing first few days and if things continue at this rate, we will be able to meet our goal and hopefully beyond.
THANK YOU to everyone who has donated. Please continue to help us by spreading the word about our fundraiser and the exciting rewards that have been donated to us.
Thank you and keep checking back for updates, sneak peaks of the audio from some of our rewards and more surprises.
Jessica and Paul
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WHAT’S YOUR RUPTURE/PIZZA PARTY GIFT PACK – Kevin Pedersen, mastermind of the stellar NYC record label What’s Your Rupture and t-shirt mogul Max Wowch of the always entertaining radio show Pizza Party on EAST VILLAGE RADIO, are offering TWO ONE-OF-A-KIND MIXES. First is a classic Mix of summer time hits. Second is BUBBLETAPE a killer collection of catchy, obscure, odd and off bubblegum and glam nuggets. Note: BUBBLETAPE is a Mix Tape that is on an actual cassette, so dust off those old Walkmans.
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MIX CD personally selected by Peter Stampfel of The Holy Modal Rounders, available only here, featuring some of his favorite songs old and new, artwork for CD will be designed by daughters Lily and Zoe Stampfel.
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ONE Limited Edition JEFFREY LEWIS ARTWORK SIGNED AND NUMBERED. One 8.5 x11 color drawing from the artist / musician Jeffrey Lewis created for the animated music video about Bob Fass and Radio Unnameable. You choose which drawing you would like (4 of each available) or get THE SET for $100 (see reward below)!
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SPECIAL THANKS on Website + 1 PRE-ORDER the DVD, available as soon as it is released.
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SPECIAL THANKS on Website + CRYSTAL STILTS SIGNED MIX CD's, available only here, curated by the acclaimed Brooklyn band whose music is featured in the film’s trailer. http://www.myspace.com/crystalstilts
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Choice of limited edition CRYSTAL STILTS T-SHIRT (all sizes) or TOTE BAG + a SIGNED MIX CD available only here, curated by the acclaimed Brooklyn band whose music is featured in the film’s trailer. http://www.myspace.com/crystalstilts
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Artist and Author SUZE ROTOLO is offering personalized autographed copies of her recent book A FREEWHEELIN’ TIME: A MEMOIR OF GREENWICH VILLAGE IN THE SIXTIES, an essential addition to anyone’s library. Included in the book is a recollection of a hilarious appearance Suze, Bob Dylan and John Herald of the Greenbriar Boys made on Radio Unnameable in March, 1963.
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SPECIAL THANKS in Film Credits + Pre-order DVD + 1 RADIO UNNAMEABLE COMPLIATION CD of Rare Guest Appearances, In-Studio Music Performances, and callers recorded live on the air (1962 - present).
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HENRY FLYNT GIFT PACK – The wonderfully diverse Chicago record label LOCUST MUSIC contributes a copy of HENRY FLYNT AND NOVA’ BILLY, a scorching record whose track “Conga” can be heard in our short film NIGHT PEOPLE starring Bob Fass. Also included is a RARE HENRY FLYNT POSTER.
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CHEAP NOVELTIES: THE PLEASURE OF URBAN DECAY by BEN KATCHOR: We are absolutely thrilled that cartoonist BEN KATCHOR is offering a signed copy of this rare and out of print book. Ben Katchor has been a guest on Radio Unnameable over the years and Bob Fass can be heard on Ben’s JULIUS KNIPL: REAL ESTATE PHOTOGRAPHER audio cartoon.
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Did you know Bob Fass was once a villain in a WONDER WOMAN comic? It’s true, and acclaimed comic book writer and editor DENNIS O’NEIL will autograph the DC compilation featuring this issue. According to Mr. O’Neil, in the late sixties he would work late into the night, listening to Radio Unnameable, then low and behold, Bob Fass was immortalized.
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NEW Limited Edition HOLY MODAL ROUNDERS GIFT PACK: 1 DVD of HOLY MODAL ROUNDERS…BOUND TO LOSE + FILM POSTER signed by Filmmakers and Rounder co-founder Peter Stampfel + CD of Peter Stampfel’s new album DOOK OF THE BEATNIKS signed and numbered + MIX CD personally selected by Peter Stampfel, available only here, featuring some of his favorite songs old and new, artwork for CD will be designed by daughters Lily and Zoe Stampfel.
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Limited Edition HOLY MODAL ROUNDERS GIFT PACK: 1 DVD of HOLY MODAL ROUNDERS…BOUND TO LOSE + FILM POSTER signed by Filmmakers and Rounder co-founder Peter Stampfel + CD of Peter Stampfel’s new album DOOK OF THE BEATNIKS signed and numbered + MIX CD personally selected by Peter Stampfel, available only here, featuring some of his favorite songs old and new, artwork for CD will be designed by daughters Lily and Zoe Stampfel. + YOUR NAME AS A SONG TITLE Peter will name a soon to be released instrumental song after each winning bidder.
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Limited Edition JEFFREY LEWIS ARTWORK SIGNED AND NUMBERED. Own a set of 4 color 8.5 x11 drawings that artist / musician Jeffrey Lewis created for the animated music video about Bob Fass and Radio Unnameable. EDITION OF 10.
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Limited Edition PAUL KRASSNER GIFT PACK: books PORN SOUP + POT STORIES FOR THE SOUL + a DISNEYLAND MEMORIAL ORGY POSTER (1967 centerspread for Krassner's influential magazine The Realist by Mad Magazine artist Wally Wood). All three items SIGNED by author, journalist, stand-up comedian and original Yippie Paul Krassner.
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You and a friend spend an afternoon with MITCH BLANK, musical archeologist and hoarder of the countercultural history. Mitch served as the "hypnotist collector" on Martin Scorsese’s “No Direction Home: Bob Dylan”. Mitch will give a personal walking TOUR of Greenwich Village musical landmarks and afterwards a visit to his WORLD CLASS ARCHIVE, full of rare music and cultural memorabilia. (up to 5 winners can be on the one tour)
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SPECIAL THANKS in Film Credits + Pre-order DVD + Radio Unnameable COMPLIATION CD + TWO TICKETS to the premiere screening of RADIO UNNAMEABLE (travel not included)
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SPECIAL THANKS in Film Credits + Pre-order DVD + Radio Unnameable COMPLIATION CD + RARE ABBIE HOFFMAN MASK from the “Bring Abbie Home” rally at Madison Square Garden. After an arrest in the 1970's, Yippie icon and Radio Unnameable regular Abbie Hoffman went into hiding. Everyone, including the FBI, waited for him to show up at Madison Square Garden, so masks were made to hand out to the crowd. The idea being you can't arrest Abbie because "Everyone is Abbie!". In the end, Abbie was able to attend the event and did not get arrested. The masks undoubtable helped and now you too can be Abbie Hoffman and own a piece of countercultural history.
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ORIGINAL BLACK AND WHITE JEFFREY LEWIS ARTWORK FRAMED AND SIGNED. Own the original set of 4 b&w drawings that artist / musician Jeffrey Lewis created for the animated music video about Bob Fass and Radio Unnameable.
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SPECIAL THANKS in Film Credits + Pre-order DVD + Radio Unnameable COMPLIATION CD + DINNER IN NEW YORK'S CHINATOWN WITH BOB FASS AND FILMMAKERS. In the wee morning hours after Radio Unnameable signed off, Bob Fass and his guests would head to Chinatown to eat and wind down from the show. Join Bob and the filmmakers for a similar eating excursion. Time of meal subject to your schedule. (Travel to New York City not included).
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SPECIAL THANKS in Film Credits + Pre-order DVD + Radio Unnameable COMPLIATION CD + PRIVATE SCREENING for friends and family and a Q&A with the filmmakers and Bob Fass (in person or via Skype)
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SPECIAL THANKS in Film Credits + Pre-order DVD + Radio Unnameable COMPLIATION CD + ASSOCIATE PRODUCER CREDIT in the film (IMDB credit included)
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Filmmaking team PAUL LOVELACE and JESSICA WOLFSON, have been working in the film and television for over 10 years. Together their films and commercial work has premiered at renowned international film festivals, aired on PBS, Barnes and Noble TV, The Huffington Post and other platforms.
As a producer and editor, Paul has worked on many projects such as PBS documentary AMERICAN ROOTS MUSIC: CHICAGO and TV series for The Food Network and The Travel Channel. Paul's first documentary feature THE HOLY MODAL ROUNDERS...BOUND TO LOSE, a portrait of the psychedelic folk duo The Holy Modal Rounders, was released theatrically and on DVD in 2008.
Jessica's recent producing projects include A GIRL AND A GUN and TRUST US THIS IS ALL MADE UP. In 2008, she directed and produced the web series GIRLTALK. Jessica co-produced CRAZY SEXY CANCER for The Learning Channel in 2007.
