Gonzo Chicago -- Indiegogo

If you didn't, please watch the video above.

*WE DID IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!*

*********VICTORY PARTY AT MUTINY FRIDAY MAY 20th*********

2428 N. Western Ave, Chicago. 9PM.

MAGIC MILK

TYLER JON TYLER

CLOSE HITS

THE BROTHERS GROSS

FREE. 21+

Thank You. Chicago, and everyone, came through huge. I am forever grateful.

*ALL DONATIONS ABOVE $3,500 UNTIL THE CAMPAIGNS END GO TO CHIRP RADIO*

We raised $150 for CHIRP Radio! I will let you know the final count after fees. Indiegogo takes 4% plus "processing fees" and extra Paypal %.

I have been asked if you can still contribute, and yes, absolutely.... paypal : hotmetaldobermans@gmail.com, or feel free to contact me!

Thank You!

Our Story

My name is John Yingling. If you go to shows in Chicago, you've probably already seen me.

After spending the better part of seven years in the Green Bay, WI punk rock scene, falling in love with shows because of venues like Concert Cafe and DIY spaces like The ______ House, I moved to Chicago. Really for one reason : to be immersed in the Chicago music scene that I love so dearly. What I found when I got here was a community of selfless, motivated people who just wanted to create an environment where music can be heard.

Chicago continues to blow me away the longer I'm here. It's made up of the most passionate individuals, businesses, and bands that look out for one another. They let strangers into their homes, for free. They bring bands from all over the world into their basements, warehouses, and living spaces. Community is a major aspect of why I love this city so much. Our venues, bands, people, and spaces have shown huge support for this cause, or I wouldn't have launched it.

I tirelessly attend shows and events, to try to showcase what people have been missing out on.

The Impact

The term "Indie Rock" means a whole lot of music these days. There is so much great music coming to this city daily that needs to be heard, it's a shame so many really exciting artists and events get overlooked.

I have been gathering footage from local bands that I like, touring bands that sometimes come through Chicago two or three times in a year, and doing some Vincent Moon inspired stuff like Johnny Whitney of Jaguar Love/Blood Brothers playing "Georgia" for me in an alley after a loft show...

I'd like to continue to do what i'm doing, but in a way that benefits everyone involved. Free press for bands, venues, and myself. Good quality content for artists trying to get noticed.

I want to show the world that Chicago has a world-class community and independent music scene, and I need your help to do it.

I would love for this project to highly exceed 100% funding.

I CAN'T DO IT WITHOUT YOU!

What We Need

Cameras! Microphones! Editing equipment! Currently using a broken computer that shuts off every 30 minutes, and cannot encode a video above 300MB. Cameras that have literally been through what some would consider certain rings of hell. All donations, along with my own money, will go to edit all current footage, and you'll also be able to see your donation, whenever you'd like, through the future content on my site. This will provide a base to build off of as well.

IF IT SUCCEEDS?

I will get to work immediately! Aside from editing 500 shows worth of short films, capturing future shows, this will also help the editing/release of a full-set 3-camera Handsome Furs show from Lincoln Hall's TNK Fest when they're new record comes out in June 28th. I have a list of equipment to be purchased.

- ALL DONATIONS ABOVE THE GOAL, $3,500, WILL GO TO CHIRP RADIO.

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We'll throw A FREE SHOW for donors in the early summer!!! Some spectacular people and bands are donating their time to help. The line-up so far?

Tyler Jon Tyler! (Touring the East Coast starting April 27th!)

Close Hits! (Amazing new band from the current members of Snacks!)

Magic Milk! (they did the song in the video's background!)

A few notes on the perks :

$100 / $200 levels : June. July. August. Pick your favorite band! The Hideout, Lincoln Hall, Schubas, and Reggie's Rock Club have been amazing enough to agree to my shenanigans of photo shoots and filming. Band must agree! If you are IN a band and want these things done for a collective donation of your choosing, please reach out! edit : Will do other events, too! Reach out!

EDIT : I received an e-mail asking if I will film other shows and events. The answer is YES, absolutely! However, please make sure the band / venue / whoever are okay with this!

$500 : The reason it's so high is because I will have trouble tearfully parting with this for anything less than a significant chunk off of this goal, and for CHIRP. Walkmen record is in good condition. Sleeve has minor stains / chunks of fruit from David Letterman's desk, which infinitely adds to it's charm. Along with this record, you will receive a hand-written setlist, and a DVD of the footage I shot of the Walkmen playing at Schubas last year! I won the record from CoS with a story about food poisoning at Showbiz Pizza. If you have inquiries or would like photos : hotmetaldobermans@gmail.com

$1000 : If you'd like to donate $1000 to this campaign, you have my undivided attention. Want an event photographed or filmed? Done. Want me to record your band playing in your practice space? You got it. You name it, really! No funny stuff...

The Mopery was one of the best D.I.Y venues to ever exist. Read and watch here.

Other Ways You Can Help

Share this video and website with a fellow music lover, or anyone you think would be interested! If you've ever enjoyed a photo or video on my site, or just want to help document some great moments happening right now, please consider donating.

***********PAYPAL adds extra fees to their transaction, so direct Debit and Credit Card donations are preferred!**************

Indiegogo takes 9% of the $ if the goal is not reached, and 4% is successful!

About CHIRP Radio

CHIRP Radio is a non-profit, volunteer-run, music-, arts-, and culture-focused radio station transmitting live from our studios in Chicagos North Center neighborhood from 6AM-3AM seven days a week, 365 days a year..

CHIRP Radio hosts curate their own shows within certain guidelines, playing an eclectic mix of independent and under-heard music from an array of genres and eras. Listeners are encouraged to make requests and generally interact with CHIRP Radio hosts via comment, IM, or phone.

For now, CHIRP Radio is a web-only outlet, but the Chicago Independent Radio Project is working to change the law at the federal level to open up new licenses in urban areas, and hopes one day to be able to apply for a low-power FM broadcast license as well. To find out more about this work, visit chicagoindieradio.org.

CHIRP Radio does not air commercials, and receives no funding from corporations or the federal government. It is supported by special event revenues, small grants, and listeners like you."

Some of my favorite music venues below have been overly gracious, being selfless enough to let me into their places of business with cameras to help with this :

Threadless is a community and art oriented t-shirt company based in Chicago, IL

My film, photography, and words have appeared many places. If you would like to view more, you can do so at :

...the Handsome Furs video and interview I spoke of can be viewed here , and because of the amount of new material played, will get a full-show treatment after they release their to-be-amazing new record, "Sound Kapital" on Subpop June 28th!

Thank you, so much, for taking the time to look at this. I realize there is a lot going on the world, and it means everything to me that you chose to spend your time here. If you have any inquiries, or would just like to drop me a line instead of donating, please reach out.

- John Yingling

Gonzo Chicago

hotmetaldobermans@gmail.com

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Perks

for your contribution

$10 Fuel giver!

Every single dollar counts! For a $10 donation, you will receive a thank you on our Facebook, Twitter, and official site!
$20 Fire starter!

As well as social media thanks, you will receive a personalized short story about a past Chicago show experience, possibly with links to video / sound accompaniment!
$35 The LOCAL Special!!!

You will receive a DVD of �The Last Mopery Show�, as well as a special assortment of buttons and stickers from Threadless, and social media thanks!
SOLD OUT! - 15 Claimed
$50 Nude No More!

Now we're talking! Donations of $50 will receive a brand-spanking new t-shirt from Threadless, Chicago's amazing local art and community inspired t-shirt company! This perk package also comes with an spectacular Threadless Button Pack!
SOLD OUT! - 10 Claimed
$100 Custom photo set!

Is your favorite band playing Schubas, Lincoln Hall, Hideout, or Reggies? For a $100 donation, I will shoot a photo set of a band of your choice in June, July, or August and dedicate it to you! I'll also e-mail you high quality originals of the photos taken! Band must agree!
$200 Personalized short film!

If you're feeling a little more generous, I will make a personalized short film of a band of YOUR CHOICE in June, July, or August!! Three songs, with other footage from the night added in! Band must agree! (Will do other events if you want, too! E-mail me!)
SOLD OUT! - 5 Claimed
$500 The Walkmen's "Lisbon" signed!

On January 6th, 2011, New York City band The Walkmen were guests on David Letterman. Dave decided to smash fruit all over his desk. His cleaning rag of choice? Their new record �Lisbon�. It can be yours, for a generous donation of $500. Along with this record, you will receive a hand-written setlist from the band! 1 of 1. Once it's gone, it's gone!
$1,000 You name it...

If you'd like to donate $1000 to this campaign, you have my undivided attention. Want an event/show photographed or filmed over the summer? Done. Want me to record your band playing in your practice space? 6 months ad space on Gonzo Chicago? You name it, really...no funny stuff!