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| Author | Topic: GUNBURNER gets a record deal. -- Largo, FL, USA |
| tanya Moderator |
 posted 10-18-1999 11:06 PM   
September '99: As we explored ways to keep the buzz and fans growing, we didn’t even grasp the power and potential of MP3.com. We all said, “let’s see what happens.” After just one month we looked at the site stats and couldn’t believe what we saw. Hundreds of downloads and new CDs sold in markets we never played! That was all we needed to smack the sense into our entire camp. We turned up the mp3 effort full speed by utilizing all the tools and services that are offered for free on the site. By July we were getting thousands of downloads and selling CDs all over the world! By this time we had already showcased for Columbia records, but they were sitting on the fence for quite some time. When we started to report the massive response that our patented sound of face-melting rock was receiving, the corporate brass started paying a lot more attention to what we really had going on. Plus, other major labels and industry players started knocking on our door via MP3.com. All this played a huge part in Gunburner securing our first major label deal with Columbia Records. It truly was the missing link to our success, new fans, buzzzzz and, of course, CD sales. In April ’99 we were just one of the 26,000 UN-signed bands on MP3.com. Now were recording our 1st major label release with platinum producer Matt Wallace, opening for the Goo Goo Dolls and destroying swank hotel rooms in Beverly Hills! Best of all, we were able to negotiate to keep our presence here at MP3.com. Keep rocking and thanks for all the support. GUNBURNER p.s. Send us an email. We wanna hear from you!
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| SugarBear |
posted 10-21-1999 10:04 AM 
That's great!..."In April ’99 we were just one of the 26,000 UN-signed bands on MP3.com. Now were recording our 1st major label release with platinum producer Matt Wallace, opening for the Goo Goo Dolls and destroying swank hotel rooms in Beverly Hills! Best of all, we were able to negotiate to keep our presence here at MP3.com" One question.... WICH MAJOR LABEL IS IT? I couldn't tell from this post, Thanks sugar IP: Logged |
| tanya Moderator |
posted 10-21-1999 12:45 PM
Oops, big oversight on our part. GUNBURNER was signed to Columbia Records. IP: Logged |
| t. James
Mosheen |
posted 10-21-1999 05:05 PM
Right on! Great job, guys... Going to your site right now. James IP: Logged |
| dingply |
posted 10-22-1999 06:11 AM
Congrats to Gunburner, sounds like they've really taken advantage of the technology and taken iniative. The only question I have is the eternal question, how do you not only promote to those on your mailing/email list, but attract newcomers to your site. Other than being a featured artist and posting things in the message boards, how can an artist stand out from those 26,000 UN-signed bands. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Please check out our page on MP3. 4 songs from the new album "Aquamarine Scene" IP: Logged |
| darby
jones |
posted 10-22-1999 01:07 PM
CONGRADULATIONS, Gunburner. It looks like you guys really pushed and worked hard to get it and now it's starting to pay off. I'm gonna check you guys out right now... Thank you! Rob from darby jones
www.mp3.com/darbyjones
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| bhouse |
posted 10-22-1999 05:10 PM
Congrats all around! Let's hope that Columbia treats you right and everyone ends up smiling. 
Bill House IP: Logged |
| SugarBear |
posted 10-22-1999 06:55 PM
Congrats! I wasn't tryin' to be a jerk, just wanted to know, thanks Tanya.That's awesome, I wish you guys the best of luck. When you go on tour with new Cd please let me know! That's cool. Keep workin' hard and I hope to see you in my town soon. And now to shamelessly plug my band... [url]www.mp3.com/BadNewsBlues IP: Logged |
| The
Count |
posted 10-22-1999 08:56 PM
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| kevinfoster |
posted 10-23-1999 09:43 AM
How, How did they negotiate keeping all those songs available for download on mp3.com,thats gotta change soon. I can't imagine a major record company giving away anything. Kevin Foster IP: Logged |
| popuman |
posted 10-23-1999 01:20 PM
Congratulations to Gunburner, but before anyone breaks out the champagne, I'd like to remind you that being signed to a major doesn't mean much these days. Anyone who's read Steve Albini's article, read Moses Avalon's book and seen (or heard) the horror stories knows. They're signed? hurray! The majors are wising up to the concept. Just remember that majors sign a lot of artists, but few really reap the rewards. I hope the label backs them up and they promote themselves like hell to reap the rewards I'm not being an asshole. Simply pointing some realities of the 'industry'. IP: Logged |
| Danielle
StPierre |
posted 10-25-1999 08:27 AM
Cogratulations to Gunburner!! Wow! I wish you much success!! Danielle IP: Logged |
| Ram |
posted 10-25-1999 09:37 AM
Congrats to you guys. Rock the house forever.I wish you the best of luck and all the breaks along the way. Rock On IP: Logged |
| Team
Faithgroove |
posted 10-25-1999 11:56 AM
Congratulations to the fullest Gunburner! We know that it was hard work and initiative that got you that contract in addition to your presence here on MP3c. Very nice! mp3.com/LACARPOOL
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| jonkoerner |
posted 10-25-1999 05:23 PM
Our day will all come, guys. Thanks for paving the way, Gunburner! [This message has been edited by jonkoerner (edited 10-25-99).] IP: Logged |
| jonkoerner |
posted 10-25-1999 05:49 PM
Our day will all come, guys. Thanks for paving the way, Gunburner! Jon IP: Logged |
| Oombah |
posted 10-25-1999 06:21 PM
Hi, We had some guy contact us (Oombah) about band management because of exposure on mp3.com. Being from Australia, someone with international contacts could be huge for us. Thanks for the exposure. www.mp3.com/oombah IP: Logged |
| Max
Menius |
posted 10-25-1999 08:48 PM
Gunburner - What great news for you! To be on a major label is rare, and while money in your pocket may be down the road a piece, YOU ARE IN THE GAME. Opening for the Goo Goo Dolls IS label support and a vote from the label that they believe in the potential of your band. A label could hook you up with any number of less successful bands - BUT THE GG DOLLS means they want to give you good exposure and optimize your chance of success. You'll expand your fan base a helluva lot faster opening for them than 'The Unknowns'. Give 'em the best you got. Will keep a watch for you. Good luck and congrats, Max Menius.
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| Justin
Vincent |
posted 10-26-1999 02:35 PM
Well done Gunburner. I listened to your stuff. It is excellent. You desrve this success :-) BTW If you like the Gunburner sound you may like our stuff (check out Whitewalled).. http://www.mp3.com/moneypenny Best, IP: Logged |
| Sterling30 |
posted 10-27-1999 06:01 AM
I gave "GunBurner" a listen and they're good allright but the name??? Oh well.. IP: Logged |
| tomijm |
posted 10-29-1999 06:34 AM
Great! Good luck u guys!!! Hopefully everything goes well! Just listening your stuff, sounds great!
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| Gunburner |
posted 10-29-1999 03:18 PM
All your responses Rock! Thank you so much, but like Popuman said, it's only a beginning. We're going to do everything we can to live up to it and rock out the new century. Power to all and now let's go kick some ass! GB IP: Logged |
| Will
Jackson |
posted 10-30-1999 12:53 AM
Well done guys...Will Jackson (Urban Nomads / Australia) www.mp3.com/urbannomads IP: Logged |
| burakmad |
posted 11-04-1999 09:54 PM
congratulations gunburner. You give hope to all of the other artists here. www.mp3.com/burak IP: Logged |
| Llarion |
posted 12-22-1999 09:15 PM
Geez, us Tampa Bay area musicians are pretty special huh??
Congratulations!!!! Cheers!
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| grimmbaby |
posted 12-24-1999 02:05 PM
Gunburner! Congratulations on your new found journey.
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| Gannin |
posted 12-24-1999 02:27 PM
Congrats!! You guys sound great. Gannin IP: Logged |
| Greg
Green |
posted 12-28-1999 03:45 PM
Congratulations, Gunburner! Good to see another Fla band doing well. Drop us a line and let us know how things are going. licks, the impotent sea
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| Greg
Green |
posted 12-28-1999 03:45 PM
Congratulations, Gunburner! Good to see another Fla band doing well. Drop us a line and let us know how things are going. licks, the impotent sea snakes
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| SWAN |
posted 12-30-1999 04:57 AM
Stay on this road!! funky pop music?? Check this out: IP: Logged |
| SWAN |
posted 12-30-1999 04:57 AM
Stay on this road!! funky pop music?? Check this out: IP: Logged |
| Amblyopia |
posted 12-07-2000 11:26 PM
Hello everybody IP: Logged |
| Amblyopia |
posted 12-07-2000 11:41 PM
Hey, where did everybody go? IP: Logged |
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