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Even less a consumer, even more a producer...

Posted by Chad Bergeron on May 1st, 2006

Just in time for me to start putting this week's show together...

Last week my iPod died.  I had a 40GB black and white model that I sent back to apple twice for hard drive failures, both times under warrantee.  And now it has gone a third time, but outside of the window of opportunity.  Am I cursed?  It doesn't directly impact my ability to produce The Acapodcast, so that'll still be going out as usual, but it does mean I won't be able to review my work on during my commute.

I wouldn't normally do this, but I've gone ahead and put a PayPal donation button in the sidebar, if anyone would like to donate towards replacing the iPod.  As I've stated before, I don't make money on The Acapodcast.  It actually costs me quite a deal.  Any funds I do receive (less than a dollar a month at this point) I roll right back into the show, to cover hosting fees, or CD purchases, or gear, etc.  So thank you for any generosity you've shown, even if it was a kind word by e-mail.  (Especially if it is a kind word...  knowing that what I'm doing is appreciated means more than money)

Humbly,

-Chad

The Acapodcast is back!

Posted by Chad Bergeron on January 6th, 2006

After being on hiatus for several months, the Acapodcast is back! We've got some new gear, some new groups, and some new setups (like this shiny new URL)! I hope to have some more good news in just a little bit. First, my thanks to Kevin Williams, who started the Acapodcast, and got things going. I was looking to get involved in an A Cappella themed podcast right around the time he started it up, and he graciously let me get my feet wet with him a little bit. He also graciously turned the Acapodcast over to me when in a fit of New Year enthusiasm I decided to revive it. I'd also like to thank the many artists who have appeared on past episodes of the Acapodcast, and to the many groups that have agreed to let me play their music. We've got a lot of kick butt music coming your way! If you are a group that would like to be featured in the Acapodcast, please e-mail me at chad (at) acapodcast.com. And for all you listeners, feedback is always welcome.

-Chad Bergeron