waytansea27 Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 Just wanted to get a general consensus on something I'm working on in the future. Would you guys buy a Split 12" with each side featuring an EP from two different up and coming bands? For example, Side A would have Band X's debut EP and Side B would have Band Y's debut EP. Both EPs would be out digitally already, but it would be the first time either were on vinyl. Personally, I think it would be pretty sweet and would give both new bands an opportunity to have their music pressed on vinyl and the fans would get something they liked and something new to check out, much like a traditional split. It's a little different than a traditional Split release so I'd like to hear your thoughts! Any feedback is greatly appreciated! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timbrh2001 Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 Does the music sound like something a bunch of teenie-boppers would enjoy? If so, no. though you will get more interest on this board if it is. drds89 and deletedunknown 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astrangerwithcandy Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 I think it could be an interesting idea if the band selection is done well. waytansea27 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waytansea27 Posted March 3, 2013 Author Share Posted March 3, 2013 Does the music sound like something a bunch of teenie-boppers would enjoy? If so, no. though you will get more interest on this board if it is. I'm talking more in general terms, would this idea be something you'd think would be a good idea, genre preference aside. But no, neither are "teeny boppers bands". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gutzonborglum Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 The Three Man Cannon/Lee Corey Oswald split 12" is fantastic. First time either one of them had a vinyl release. I guess it depends on the groups. Millie Fryatt and derkwithano 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waytansea27 Posted March 3, 2013 Author Share Posted March 3, 2013 I think it could be an interesting idea if the band selection is done well. Both genres are similar, ones a moody alt-rock, post-hardcore act and the other is a melodic punk band. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Millie Fryatt Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 The Three Man Cannon/Lee Corey Oswald split 12" is fantastic. First time either one of them had a vinyl release. I guess it depends on the groups. i second this, best split i've heard recently Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timbrh2001 Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 Both genres are similar, ones a moody alt-rock, post-hardcore act and the other is a melodic punk band. Doesnt melodic "punk" band = teenie bopper around here? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waytansea27 Posted March 3, 2013 Author Share Posted March 3, 2013 Doesnt melodic "punk" band = teenie bopper around here? Haha I guess, but neither sound like The Story So Far if that's where this is going. I do like that band though, so I guess I'm a 25 year old teeny bopper haha coryemis 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Millie Fryatt Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 Haha I guess, but neither sound like The Story So Far if that's where this is going. I do like that band though, so I guess I'm a 25 year old teeny bopper haha Care to tell us what the bands are? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derkwithano Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 The Three Man Cannon/Lee Corey Oswald split 12" is fantastic. First time either one of them had a vinyl release. I guess it depends on the groups. Whoa. I put out the Three Man Cannon cassette and had no idea they had a split 12" out. Ordered! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbruise Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 Not a bad idea, I mean it's either that or two 7's, right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waytansea27 Posted March 3, 2013 Author Share Posted March 3, 2013 Care to tell us what the bands are? Wish I could, but I'm not sure if it's going to be released like this yet, hopefully soon though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waytansea27 Posted March 3, 2013 Author Share Posted March 3, 2013 Not a bad idea, I mean it's either that or two 7's, right? Exactly, and about half the price to make two 7"s, so we could also keep the price down this way Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timbrh2001 Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 Haha I guess, but neither sound like The Story So Far if that's where this is going. I do like that band though, so I guess I'm a 25 year old teeny bopper hahaYeah, Id bet it does ok on this board then.Ive gotta be really careful with suggestions on VC because ive been burned before. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waytansea27 Posted March 3, 2013 Author Share Posted March 3, 2013 Yeah, Id bet it does ok on this board then. Ive gotta be really careful with suggestions on VC because ive been burned before. The label I run is called Reveille Records (http://facebook.com/reveillerecords) if you want to check out our other releases haha it'll give you a better idea of the type of music we put out. They're all melodic punk bands, but that's a broad category so their sounds vary quite a bit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rm Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 Really?! If its good...put it out! I'm pretty sure these bands wouldn't be the first to have debut material on vinyl. Or tell everyone the bands so you can get a real idea of the interest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waytansea27 Posted March 3, 2013 Author Share Posted March 3, 2013 Really?! If its good...put it out! I'm pretty sure these bands wouldn't be the first to have debut material on vinyl. Or tell everyone the bands so you can get a real idea of the interest. Yeah, I get that if the bands are good people would be interested, but traditional split releases are a few new songs from two bands. This would be a little different, I'd be putting two recently released EPs on a single vinyl, one on each side. I've never seen it done that way before and was just wondering if the idea itself would be interesting to people or whether people would steer away from it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dantheriver Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 Yeah, I get that if the bands are good people would be interested, but traditional split releases are a few new songs from two bands. This would be a little different, I'd be putting two recently released EPs on a single vinyl, one on each side. I've never seen it done that way before and was just wondering if the idea itself would be interesting to people or whether people would steer away from it. Seems like a fine idea to me. Existing fans of either band will likely pick it up and maybe find a new band they like. If not they got the material they wanted all the same. It's a little more expensive for the fan to buy a 12" over a 7", but a lot of the time I prefer a single sided 12" over a 7" anyway. Better continuity in the 3-5 songs when you don't have to flip half way through. waytansea27 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amnstypls Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 I only buy records from bands that I have a nostalgic tie to, or that are a current favorite. Vinyl is too expensive for me to buy "just to check them out." So no, I wouldn't buy it. However, you gotta start somewhere... and if both bands have already moved a couple thousand digital units, then I'd say they are ready to start playing with the big(ger) boys. good luck to you! waytansea27 and moonbeams 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbruise Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 Yeah, I get that if the bands are good people would be interested, but traditional split releases are a few new songs from two bands. This would be a little different, I'd be putting two recently released EPs on a single vinyl, one on each side. I've never seen it done that way before and was just wondering if the idea itself would be interesting to people or whether people would steer away from it. Its been done before...two that come to mind are the B&C/Tigers Jaw split 12, and the recently released Ancient Shores/Cynarae split 12 from A389. Of course they are bands that people are familiar with, but it's really not a bad idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dominic252 Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 I like that idea. Plus, I liked the Boxer release a lot so I'd definitely order Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maneatingcow Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 I'd rather it be pressed on a Double 12" - Single Sided. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chutterhanban Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 of course, i know it's been said, but BC/TJ is the perfect example. problem is finding two good "up and coming" bands like that. good luck. dantheriver 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
almightyseancore Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 i would have to be turned on to the bands already in some other way. if you're giving out free comp. cds or something, or sending these guys on tour, i'd be more likely to check it out than i would to just buy the record. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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