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      Sxip Shirey on October 10, 2011

      Ok, I wont see it as silly...it's interesting. I am having a bit of a time of it, trying to figure out what this album wants to say. I think of an albums as over all compositions with different movements.

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      Mary Gaughan on October 7, 2011

      Thanks for the update. It's not silly at all. I think that kind of communication us essential to a good kickstarter campaign. It's like calling your Mom once in a while to let her know how you're doing, Have a great time in Europe! Bring a sweater.

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      Sxip Shirey on August 26, 2011

      Good question Daniel, I am gearing up, it will be weekly video, mp3 or text. I have been just figuring out when and how to record the album. I have a list of songs I've been trying to understand as a group, then I have to be very efficient with the recording time..etc.. anyway. I am planning on sending out a report on how i plan to make the album by monday!

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      Daniel Blanchat on August 25, 2011

      so when do the weekly video or mp3 updates start?

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      Aaron J Shay on August 2, 2011

      I'm excited to see what you've got up your sleeve, and to see you play here in Seattle this month.

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      Helena on August 2, 2011

      So so happy you made it! Looking forward to it! Yay! Woo Hoo!! *fist pumped and arm drawn in, I do an elbow jab to the air* YES!!!! Congrats!

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      Katy Train on August 1, 2011

      Hurrah Sxip! If you return to Brighton please come and stay in my house again ... xx

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      Bill Bragin on July 31, 2011

      You made it! Rock on! Guess I have to pay up now...

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      jason savvy on July 30, 2011

      Ta Da!

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      Doug on July 30, 2011

      Congratulations on reaching the finish line! :) Can't wait to hear the final product.

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      Beatrix Christenhuis on July 29, 2011

      Yesssss! I am really looking forward to this :)

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      Daniel Blanchat on July 29, 2011

      woo!

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      Kelly Shea on July 29, 2011

      Yay Sxip!!

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      Michael Shirey on July 29, 2011

      Rock on big brother! You'll make it!

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      Tim Peters on July 29, 2011

      Ah, such a close call... But I just know we'll make it. Had to upgrade my pledge - I may be poor, but I need this to happen!

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      JinAh Moon on July 28, 2011

      I am very happy to be now an official backer of you!!!

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      dalman on July 27, 2011

      After seeing how my kids rock out to Sonic New York, how could I pass on this.

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      Rich Pagan on July 19, 2011

      This album will be a treat to all the uninitiated. Sxip is a scientist of sound, experimenting and creating new and exciting tones for weary ears. Proud member of the Antique Army.

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      Kerri Sheehan on July 7, 2011

      An amazing and mezmerizing taste of what's to come. I can't wait!

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      Lois Buhalis on July 7, 2011

      I already know I'll love the music. I was won over by the lettering!

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      Tyler James Nicol on July 5, 2011

      Sxip's music is a audiophonic transportation device that takes you beyond the environment of both yourself and the musician and leaves you in a place where creativity flows more freely. I don't think I've ever had such a marvelous tool for pushing through writer's block or long slow days like I have achieved via the music of Mr. Shirey. Money spent here is not just a donation, it's an investment.

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"...haunting..." The New York Times
"..hypnotizing.." Billboard.com
"...beguiling.." TimeOut NY
"...mesmirizing.." The New Yorker
"...unexpected.." The Huffington Post

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