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This is an emotional post to write, and as such it’s going to be stripped down to the essence. I have battled this decision for awhile, but I have to say goodbye to my show, and to all of you amazing hardcore indie fans, and move on. Hopefully you all realize there is no RIGHT time to do this, just the NECESSARY time.

In the past 3 months I have resigned from what I thought would be a successful business venture for the network and myself, been screwed to the tune of over $20, 000, been handed divorce papers, left home, and lost my beloved grandfather. Yea, this is the distilled version of course…

But as they say, something’s gotta give.

I feel as if I should dedicate 5000 words to defending this decision, I feel I owe that to you. But I’m exhausted, and I’m going to ask that you trust me, that this is literally the only option that feels right in my life. You would think Insomnia Radio would bring me sanity, excitement, comfort, but that’s not the case. And though I DID really enjoy recording the last 2 episodes, I just can’t get that back. So much of what’s happened over the past year with Thimble media has unfortunately spoiled it all for me.

The emails never end, the packages never end, the maintenance never ends, the promotion never ends.

I’ve had my success with the show, and while it’s not monetary, I’m ok with that. It changed lives, literally at times, and propelled many individuals and many bands into better places. Those of you reading this, it’s my sincere hope that it’s had a positive impact on you as well.

Look, it’s not all sour grapes and depressing goodbyes. Our regional shows live on, and now that I feel I can be completely honest with you – two of them deserve to take over my show. IR: SoCal & IR: Chicago. Charles & Kara are ridiculously dedicated, have impeccable taste in music, and have the passion for all of this that I have simply lost. (This isn’t to say our other shows are equally good, but these two are in your face all the time!) You may see their content on the IR proper feed soon. I haven’t decided what to do, but I will say NOT to unsubscribe. I wouldn’t mind grabbing the mic on occasion.

I guess I could go on for pages. Bottom line: Thanks for believing, thanks for listening, thanks for spreading the word. Now, please redirect your attention to several other regional shows who are more than deserving of your ears.

Can’t think of anything else, and this was more difficult than I thought.

Keep it loud, keep it indie, and stay real;

Jason Evangelho

This episode of IR strips out the vocals and commences with the talented musicianship of 7 bands who know how to rock your socks off without the use of vocal chords. Read the full post for the tracklist, links to purchase their music, and ways to get in touch with each artist directly from our site. Oh, and crank it!

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8 Reasons Insomnia Radio Exists:

• Snake & Jet: Richard Chamberlain | Buy @ Label
• Earthless: Godspeed | Buy @ Label | Full 20 Minute Version @ iTunes!
• The Yoleus: Am I Getting Skinnier? | Email thepfup at yahoodotcom
• Snake & Jet: 10 Cities Beyond
• El Ten Eleven: Jumping Frenchman of Maine | iTunes | Buy @ Band Site
• Motion Turns It On: Rima | iTunes | eMusic
• Parker Street Cinema: Midnight Shakes The Memory | iTunes
• Celldweller: Switchback (INST Version) | iTunes | eMusic

Contact The Bands Directly:

(This is a new feature we’ll try to keep up. Just click the Email link and your default email client will open, with the subject line “Heard You On Insomnia Radio!”) Send these guys a message and tell them that they rocked your socks off.

• Snake & Jet: MAIL | BOOKING MAIL
• Earthless: Send Message On Myspace
• The Yoleus: EMAIL
• El Ten Eleven: EMAIL
• Motion Turns It On: EMAIL
• Parker Street Cinema: EMAIL
• Celldweller: MAIL

ENHANCED, with chapter art, URL’s, and individual tracks.

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This episode of IR is a bit unusual in the fact that I felt it necessary to go on a bit of a rant. While that’s not abnormal, THIS rant is about YOU the listener and indie music junkie. It’s not harsh, it’s just very honest.

But on to the important stuff! The last featured bands of 2007 are:

• Sunset Cinema Club: Sunday Best
• Stevie Salas: Kickback | iTunes | eMusic
• Admiral Twin: In My Veins | iTunes | eMusic
• Thunderhawk: Movin’ On | iTunes | CDBaby
• The Veltexans: I Hate Breakfast | iTunes |
• zSammy: Fall To Pieces | Free MP3’s
• Motion Turns It On: Rima | iTunes | eMusic

Special Thanks to Luke @ Timelineonline.org, Myxer, Jeff from Texas, and all the bands for submitting their music

From a self hosted bittorrent feed, handwritten RSS code, iPodio, Libsyn, the anti podsquad rant, AMP, the first 5 listeners, and most notably a ton of great music: The first 20 episodes of the show was a very memorable chunk of time for me.

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Today’s episode has a catchy/rock/powerpop vibe, and these songs are simply outstanding. I’d suggest just buying every album.

CONTENTS
1) Admiral Twin – Good as Gold
2) Plans & Apologies – Metoo
3) Esquimaux – All Winter Long (original version)
4) Brer – Microwaveable
5) Quiet Life – Every Dime

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When selecting and listening to the tracks contained in this episode, it became crystal clear that this music begs not to be interrupted. As such, there’s very little commentary from me. Looking back, I also find it fascinating that this TYPE of episode comes around every November…

Above all, enjoy this one preferably at night or anytime you’re feeling particularly moody.

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6 REASONS INSOMNIA RADIO EXISTS
1) The Quiet Life – Niantic Bay Blues
2) Longacre – Target Market
3) Marla Hansen – Hollow & Bold
4) Fall of Snow – Fingernails
5) Bloomsday Rising – Ramona, Pt 2 (New)
6) The Quiet Life – Trying to Get Home

IR kicks back into rock mode with new music from Automatic 7, Beth Thornley, Lorenzo’s Music, and more. This episode also features a rare rant explaining why you are NOT hearing a certain band on this show.

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TRACK LISTING
1) Beth Thornley – Mr. Lovely
2) Javelinas – Red Shoes
3) Ivy League – Only Escape
4) Vox Palma – Happy Dagger
5) Automatic 7 – Sunday Eyes
6) Lorenzo’s Music – After All

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Amanda Jayne

from “Swoon”
(Whatabout Music, LLC)

Stream from Rhapsody
Buy at Rhapsody
More On This Album

Coltrane Motion: Twenty-Seven | iTunes | eMusic

Lorenzo’s Music: Went Your Way
Check out their Podcast | New Album Soon Parker Street Cinema: Blood Music
From their upcoming December 4th Release William The Conqueror: Around
Email the band to get the new Acoustic EPThis episode is sponsored by Wired Medium. They’re a web hosting from najlepszy hosting company that’s offering Insomnia Radio listeners 3 months free, a free domain name for life, and no contract!

Thanks a ton for listening, and I’ll see ya tomorrow.

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A Cover, A Clooney, and Some Catchy Tunes! All this, plus mountain dew + zingers, on Insomnia Radio Episode #144! Click through for the details, including extra special shownotes and mp3 links.

Constantly Catchy:

1) Tin Foil Phoenix: Man of Constant Sorrow
Tin Foil Phoenix
“Man of Constant Sorrow” (mp3)
from “Age of Vipers”
(C4 Records)

Buy at iTunes Music Store
Buy at Napster

2) The International Drive: So Call It Off
Purchase: on iTunes | on Smartpunk 3) The Sugarettes: Ready Steady
Free MP3 downloads HERE 4) Valencia: The Space Between
Valencia
“The Space Between” (mp3)
from “This Could Be A Possibility”
(I Surrender Records) Buy at iTunes Music Store
Buy at Rhapsody
Buy at Napster
Buy at GroupieTunes 5) Men Without Pants: And The Girls Go
Men Without Pants
“And The Girls Go” (mp3)
from “Men Without Pants”
(Shelly Bay Music LLC) Buy at iTunes Music Store
Buy at Rhapsody
Buy at Napster
Stream from Rhapsody 6) Lee Coulter: Booty Voodoo
Purchase: on iTunes | Direct from Site Special thanks to IODA Promonet & WNDR Radio