An open letter to WAY fans and aspiring parodists

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Way_Moby wrote:A quick scan of Wikipedia shows ASCAP having some criticism, whereas BMI's clients include Mariah Carey, Christina Aguilera, and John Williams. ;)
Thanks Moby. You guys have been such tremendous help. I just opened my pay pal account, so I'm finally seeing the light at the end of the tunnel; album should be ready in a few more weeks.
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Hey Bobio, quick question. I'm in the process of making a video for my parody "Facebook Addict". Any tips for video making?
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WeirdAbbott wrote:Hey Bobio, quick question. I'm in the process of making a video for my parody "Facebook Addict". Any tips for video making?
Hi Abbott, sorry it took me so long to get back to you, I hadn't visited here in a while. To be honest with you, all of my videos are first rate Hollywood productions with a director, locations, cast and crew. There was a ton of money involved, and I have an investor. That being said nowadays with a good hi-def camera and some editing software, you can make a pretty decent video. I'm a techie neanderthal and have been blessed enough to surround myself with talented people. if you're not too savvy, facebook some friends and let them know what you're doing, many will want to help, because, let's be honest, it's pretty cool to work on a music video. Best of luck, can't wait to see it.
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Bobio wrote:To be honest with you, all of my videos are first rate Hollywood productions with a director, locations, cast and crew.
HaHa, I can tell! Just a quick question, how many people do you have working with you on one of these video shoots?

BTW, gonna have to save up and buy your new album! Any liner notes? :)
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Way_Moby wrote:
Bobio wrote:To be honest with you, all of my videos are first rate Hollywood productions with a director, locations, cast and crew.
HaHa, I can tell! Just a quick question, how many people do you have working with you on one of these video shoots?

BTW, gonna have to save up and buy your new album! Any liner notes? :)
It depends; for Jemima, it was my director/cameraman, one crew member and myself. For Mormon we had a total cast and crew of over 30 people. If all goes according to plan my next video will be of Please Don't Buy This Buick (Jersey Shore version), parody of Please don't stop the music by Rihanna featuring one of the cast members of Jersey Shore.

Thanks for asking about the album, I was just emailed the UPS tracking info from discmakers and my cd's should be here ready for delivery by Friday. You can buy it directly off of my site http://bobiomusic.com/. Ok, this is how ignorant I am, and I'm honestly glad that you asked the question because I'll finally have an answer, what are linear notes? My tune core profile wanted to know if I had any, and I have no idea what they are. DOH!! :D

Thanks again for your genuine kindness, everyone here has been so cool. :good:
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Bobio wrote:Ok, this is how ignorant I am, and I'm honestly glad that you asked the question because I'll finally have an answer, what are linear notes? My tune core profile wanted to know if I had any, and I have no idea what they are. DOH!! :D
HaHa, basically they're just the notes inside of the album booklet, like lyrics, stories, track info, etc. Can we expect any of that for this new album? :) I'm really excited. I have to say, I think "Party Like a Mormon" may be your answer to "Amish Paradise." ;)

Also, can I ask... what is the tracklisting? :)
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Way_Moby wrote:
Bobio wrote:Ok, this is how ignorant I am, and I'm honestly glad that you asked the question because I'll finally have an answer, what are linear notes? My tune core profile wanted to know if I had any, and I have no idea what they are. DOH!! :D
HaHa, basically they're just the notes inside of the album booklet, like lyrics, stories, track info, etc. Can we expect any of that for this new album? :) I'm really excited. I have to say, I think "Party Like a Mormon" may be your answer to "Amish Paradise." ;)

Also, can I ask... what is the tracklisting? :)
CD'S JUST ARRIVED!!!! After 10 years of blood sweat and tears my dream is a reality. If you'd like to purchase one please go to http://bobiomusic.com/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
and it wil be shipped right out to you.

Here's the tracklist as you wish:

Clown
Hey Aunt Jemima
Cold
Socks
Party Like a Mormon
Married Husbands
Wrinkly and Old
Oy, Rabbi, Oy
Please Don't Buy This Buick (Jersey Shore version)
It's Hard Out Here For a Wimp
Old People Retire in Boca
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My billboard on the Sunset strip went up last week; pretty cool, if I do say so myself. :good:

I couldn't upload it, 'cause the file size is too big, so here's a link of it from my fb page:

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Dude that's so cool! I know that billboard location well.
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TMBJon wrote:Dude that's so cool! I know that billboard location well.
Hey thanks Jon. Yeah, it's literally one of, if not the best locales in all of LA, and normally, it wouldn't be remotely in my advertising budget, but I got an email from my billboard guy saying that it came up last minute and was literally about 70% off, due to it being a rush notice and the fact that it's only for one month; billboards are usually 3 month minimum runs. I jumped at the opportunity, and I'm already starting to see a return.
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