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The Facebook, new website design, etc.

2009-09-30T08:19:00.003-04:00

Yes, Imprint is on The Facebook... and you can find Imprint on The Facebook here. I hope you'll come over, become a fan, join in a discussion, post a pic of yourself and your awesome CD project, LP jacket, 7" jacket, and so on and so forth...

Also, Imprint is hard at work on a complete website redesign, as well as a new ordering process complete with customer login for order tracking, up to the minute information, etc. Keep an eye out for that in the coming month...

In other news, Brad and Bryan are going to see The Decemberists tonight. Should be good fun. If you're going to be there, let a brother know...

August already? My thoughts turn to vinyl...

2009-08-04T10:48:00.003-04:00

Here we are, in August... The 8th month of a 12 month year... Today is the 4th day of this 31 day month... I'm currently in hour 10, minute 50 of a 24 hour day... What is my point? Don't have one really, other than to say that LP labels are pretty sweet, and if you need some you should click here and place an order for some.

LP jackets are really pretty cool too, you know? Vinyl is making a comeback in a big way, and it's pretty sweet that you can get jackets, inserts and labels all right here at Imprint. We can even direct towards great places to get your vinyl pressed... and since we work closely with vinyl pressing plants, we're happy to ship your jackets, inserts and labels directly to the plant for you, so everything can be finished and shipped to you all ready to go.

Anyway, that's what was on my mind today.

How are you?

Twitter... Yes, Twitter.

2009-04-17T14:34:00.003-04:00

So, Imprint is on Twitter... You can follow us, if you so desire:
http://twitter.com/iloveimprint
You will find a wealth of useful information posted there... really.

Up and running...

2009-04-08T10:07:00.002-04:00

The new press is in place, and running like a champ. Print is looking better than ever, and coming off fast and steady. Big love to Hamada-guru Dave, for all his zen-like guidance and direction. As the backlog of orders comes off, and new orders take their place, we're excited about 2009 and all the goodness it hopes to bring.

Another new piece of equipment is on a truck, and heading towards Imprint HQ.... more information on that, as we near its arrival.

In other news, Bob Mould, of Hüsker Dü fame, has a new record out... I've been listening to it, and trying to get a feel for it. Bob is great, saw him play a few years ago here in Sarasota. Also looking ever so forward to the new Sonic Youth record, gonna be doing the Buy Early Get Now deal through Matador Records myself, maybe you should give it a shot?

Hope all is good with you.

Love,
Brad

The day fast approaches...

2009-03-13T10:53:00.003-04:00

Imprint will be having a new 4 color press installed on Monday, March 16 2009. We're frantically prepping the warehouse and office, doing a lot of moving and cleaning and lifting and setting down... It's tough work, but we're really looking forward to getting this new machine up and running!

I'd like to send out big props to our head pressman in charge (HPiC), Brett, as he has been busting his butt to get extra work out in anticipation of our slight downtime. He's been working nights and weekends, and just generally kicking ass. Thanks Brett! You da man!!!

So, that said, after today, our phones will be down Saturday, March 14, 2009 - Monday, March 16, 2009... We'll be back in the office, Tuesday, March 17, 2009. But don't think we'll be out partying over the weekend, we'll be hard at work with even more prep work, and working with our electrician friends as we get everything wired and ready to go.

I'd also like to thank everyone for their cooperation and understanding during this big move... We've got some great people we work for/with, and we're thankful for them everyday.

EQUIPMENT UPGRADE, PLEASE READ!

2009-03-11T09:34:00.003-04:00

Imprint will be undergoing an equipment upgrade, and will be closed Monday, March 16, 2009. We will have no phone service from Saturday, March 14, 2009 - Monday, March 16, 2009. If you have any questions, or concerns, you can email us, and we will respond as soon as possible. We will return to normal operating hours on Tuesday, March 17, 2009.
Thank you for your understanding...

2+2=.5

2009-03-03T14:40:00.002-05:00

When does 2+2=+/-.5? Stick around to find out...
Alternately 0+2=1, but that's another story...

Bigger, Faster, Stronger, Better...

2009-02-19T10:55:00.001-05:00

Big things on the horizon. Stay tuned for more information!

Happy New Year!

2009-01-05T09:31:00.002-05:00

Good Morning.

It's 2009, and Imprint is back up and running. We have some cool things on tap for this year, and are anxious to get things moving.

Hope your 2008 was great, and your 2009 is fine. ;-)
Only 15 days till the Presidential Inauguration... Enjoy.

Thanksgiving & The Kindness Kind...

2008-11-26T09:18:00.006-05:00

Happy Thanksgiving from the kind and generous people at iloveimprint.com to all of you.

Enjoy the weekend, take comfort in your friends and family, hug a dog, take a walk, smile at a stranger, pay the toll for the car behind you, volunteer, believe, hope, love... and keep going.

In other news, I can't stop listening to this band. You should give a listen.
If you're one of those MySpace type folk, you should go ahead and add them.

December cometh, and after that another year... Let's revel in it.

Imprint Holiday Hours 2008

2008-11-17T14:22:00.003-05:00

2008 is quickly coming to an end. Hopefully everyone had a great year, and is ready for all the wonder that is 2009.

This year, as we do every year, Imprint will be closed December 24, 2008 through January 2, 2009. Please keep these dates in mind when scheduling your order.

If you would like your order to ship before the holidays, keep these important dates in mind:

Imprint 20008 Holiday Schedule
• CD Replication Orders - Orders received after November 30, 2008 will not ship until the new year.
• Standard, Print Only Orders - Orders received after December 7, 2008 will not ship until the new year.

Contact Walter if you have special conditions, and he'll do his best to help.

Random Thoughts, and New LP Jacket Templates...

2008-10-06T10:30:00.004-04:00

My, it's been a long time since the last update. I know Wally is working hard on getting the next "Phat Vegan" recipe ready, and perhaps if we're lucky, Brandon will bless us with a story about his recent trip to Japan. Me? I can tell you about my new Mark Gonzales adidas shoes if you want.

Anyway, I just updated the templates for LP jackets. There was a very slight change in the standard LP jacket, so best to use this new template when setting up your files.

You can download the new LP jacket template pack here.

If you have any questions, let a brother know.

Hope you're Monday is good.

Love,
Brad

May Already?

2008-05-02T11:23:00.002-04:00

Hard to believe it's May already...

A lot is happening over here at Imprint, and we're busier than ever working on some really cool projects for really good folk. Thanks so much!

LP jackets are hot hot hot right now. We have some great deals on LP jackets, so don't be afraid to head over and check out our pricing...

In other news, I just got 2 extra GB of RAM in my computer, so now I'm rocking 4 gb's and loving it. Doubling my RAM really helped pep up my machine.

Just saw Iron Man last night. I recommend it. Good fun.

Also, Brandon, Bryan and I have already picked up copies of GTA IV (for Xbox) and are really enjoying the game thus far. It's a huge game, and there's a lot to do and see... I haven't tried out the online play yet, but Brandon and Bryan have, and they had good things to say about it.

Oh yeah, we got a USB record player in the house now, and Walt ripped some of my old vinyl for me. Slovenly and Treacherous Jaywalkers... Great old SST/New Alliance Records bands... Nice to have those tunes on my iPod now for some quality listening time.

That's about it. Hope you're doing well.

Love,
Brad

Welcome to March...

2008-03-03T08:18:00.002-05:00

It's March 2008, and the "LP Trifecta" is in full E-F-F-E-C-T.

1,000 Full Color CMYK LP Jackets, inserts & full color CMYK LP labels - $1,195
Full Color LP Jackets with waterbase, 11"x11" 1/0 inserts on 100# coated paper, & full color CMYK LP labels.
For 2 sided 1/1 insert add $75. Price includes shipping to one location.

Happy March to one and all.

February Brings New Specials!!

2008-01-31T14:01:00.000-05:00

::: BACK IN BLACK :::
1,000 Complete CD Package - $850
Includes 1/1 (grayscale) 4 panel folder & inlay, up to 3 colors screened on disc face.
Packaged with black or clear tray and shrink wrapped.
Free barcode available upon request!
To receive free barcode, type "FREEBARCODE" in the
"Comments/Additional Information" field on the order form.
(Price does not include overs and shipping.)
(Full color offset disc face, add $50)

1,000 Black (grayscale) LP Jackets, inserts & black (grayscale) LP labels - $895
Black (grayscale) LP Jackets with waterbase, 11"x11" 1/0 inserts on 100# coated paper, & black (grayscale) LP labels.
For 2 sided 1/1 insert add $75. Price includes shipping to one location.

::: LP TRIFECTA :::
1,000 Full Color CMYK LP Jackets, inserts & full color CMYK LP labels - $1,195
Full Color LP Jackets with waterbase, 11"x11" 1/0 inserts on 100# coated paper, & full color CMYK LP labels.
For 2 sided 1/1 insert add $75. Price includes shipping to one location.

Don't forget to check out the rest of our monthly specials here!

Happy 2008!

2008-01-02T08:46:00.000-05:00

Set it straight in 2008.

'12 Business Days of Baby, It's Cold Outside', update...

2007-12-19T15:22:00.000-05:00

After about 10 business days, things are getting really tense. This song is getting on our last nerve. Brandon threw his BioShock figure across the office the other day... I think it was day 8, I broke my Mighty Mouse when the scroll ball stopped scrolling... Needless to say, we have to rethink this next year...

In other news, the Imprint XChristmasX Party is this Friday night... We're going to be doing some fine dining, and Rock Band rocking... We're keeping it low key... Hopefully someone will have a camera on hand to snap some photos of the Imprint Rock Band "The IPR Forms"...

XHappyHolidaysX

Baby... sing along!

2007-12-10T11:15:00.000-05:00

I really can't stay - But Baby, it's cold outside...
I've got to go away - But Baby, it's cold outside...
This evening has been - Been hoping that you'd drop in.
So very nice - I'll hold your hands they're just like ice.
My mother will start to worry - Beautiful, what's your hurry?
And father will be pacing the floor - Listen to the fireplace roar...
So really I'd better scurry - Beautiful, please don't hurry...
Well maybe just a half a drink more - Put some records on while I pour.
The neighbors might think - Baby it's bad out there.
Say what's in this drink? - No cabs to be had out there...
I wish I knew how - Your eyes are like starlight now.
To break this spell - I'll take your hat, your hair looks swell.
I ought to say no no no sir - Mind if I move in closer?
At least I'm going to say that I tried - What's the sense of hurtin' my pride?
I really can't stay - Baby, don't hold out...
(guy) -Baby it's cold outside...
(girl) -Ah, but it's cold outside...

I simply must go - But Baby, it's cold outside.
The answer is no - But Baby, it's cold outside.
This welcome has been - How lucky that you dropped in....
So nice and warm - Look out the window at that storm....
My sister will be suspicious - Gosh your lips look delicious.
My brother will be there at the door - Waves upon a tropical shore...
My maiden aunt's mind is vicious - Gosh your lips are delicious.
Well, maybe just a cigarette more - Never such a blizzard before...
I got to get home - But Baby, you'd freeze out there.
Say lend me a coat - It's up to your knees out there.
You've really been grand - A thrill when you touch my hand.
But don't you see - How can you do this thing to me?
There's bound to be talk tomorrow - Think of my life long sorrow...
At least there will be plenty implied - If you caught pneumonia and died.
I really can't stay- Get over that old doubt...
(guy) -Baby it's cold outside...
(girl) -Ah, but it's cold outside...

Discuss.

It has begun...

2007-12-06T10:13:00.000-05:00

After syncing playback over multiple computers, WE ARE GO for The 12 Business Days of 'Baby, It's Cold Outside'...

So far, so good... Though it's only about 78˚ outside, I'm feeling colder by the second.

Reminder: Polybags!

2007-12-06T09:59:00.000-05:00

We have polybags in stock and ready to ship with each 7 inch jacket order!

When submitting your 7 inch jacket order, just click on the polybags field and choose the quantity you need. That's it!

Here is the pricing...
300 - $20
500 - $25
1000 - $40
2000 - $70
5000 - $150

These are high quality 2.5 mil bags, and fit our 7 inch folders and pockets perfectly.

YouTube Presents: Baby, It's Cold Outside

2007-12-06T09:43:00.000-05:00

Hello my little sugar plumb fairies, tis I, your favorite Production Manager Brandon, bringing you good tidings of great joy direct from the front lines. I was really hoping to find a video clip of Dino crooning away for your viewing pleasure, but alas, the intarweb yielded no fruit(cake). I did, however, come across a cornucopia of other talented(less) individuals hamming it up to this anthem of date-rape set in a winter wonderland.

The first stop on our way to Grandma's house is a playful little exchange between Tom Jones and Cerys Matthews. I'm not sure who Ms. Matthews is, but I have a feeling that Tom knows a thing or two about the sinful scenario described in the lyrics to this dirty little ditty...

Our next stop takes us to Fantasy Island where a young Ricardo Montabon attempts to pry loose the frigid chastity of a shrewish Esther Williams. (As an added bonus this one actually sets the stage with a well acted exchange before breaking into song).

Up next we've got the original sight-challenged soul-man himself, Ray Charles singing alongside our favorite friend to the psychics, Dionne Warwick. Who needs to see when you've got moves like that?

And last but not least, before we arrive at dear old Grannies we have a recent performance from funnyman Paul F. Tompkins and 80's pop-princess, turned contemporary rock queen, turned trollop, Aimee Mann, bringing a little "ha-ha" to our favorite holiday hit.

Baby, It's Cold Outside... An Extravaganza!

2007-12-04T13:34:00.000-05:00

The time is near... A tradition that began more than a few years ago is expanding into something even more beautiful. It started out with my fascination of the song 'Baby, It's Cold Outside' by Dean Martin... Then it evolved into repeated listenings of said tune... Then it expanded into days of only listening to 'Baby, It's Cold Outside'... Now it's come to this...

The 12 Business Days of 'Baby, It's Cold Outside' by Dean Martin.

The 12 Business Days of 'Baby, It's Cold Outside' will begin Thursday, December 6, 2007. Starting on that day we will begin a festivity of epic proportions... The song will be repeated ad nauseum in the office, and will be our exclusive telephone hold music. At one time our goal was to listen to this song 666 times in a row (because doing things 666 times is funny, right?)... Now it's simply about The 12 Business Days of 'Baby, It's Cold Outside'.

Stay tuned for updates...

Imprint Holiday Hours 2007

2007-11-20T10:29:00.000-05:00

The end of year is near... A busy time, filled with holidays, shopping, and deadlines... Sometimes it seems as though there just isn't enough time...

This year, as every year, Imprint will be closed December 24, 2007 - January 1, 2008. That said, it's important to keep such things in mind when scheduling your order.

If you would like your order to ship before the holidays, keep these important dates in mind:

Imprint 2007 Holiday Schedule

CD Replication Orders
Orders received after November 30, 2007
will not ship until the new year.

Standard, Print Only Orders
Orders received after December 7, 2007
will not ship until the new year.

Contact Walter if you have special conditions, and he'll see if we can help!

Happy Holidays.

Fest 6, good times had by all...

2007-10-29T11:30:00.000-04:00

Big thanks to Var and everyone at No Idea/The Fest... Though we only spent one night in Gainesville, we had a great time and look forward to next year...

Radon had the everyone at The Venue bouncing off the walls! Youth Brigade wondered what was with the beards, and fans of the band were happy to see them again... Naked Raygun (the highlight of the night for me) didn't disappoint.. playing great tunes from all over their vast catalog...

Brandon and Bryan made it over to check out Baroness, and returned with a glowing review...

We had some good eats, some good laughs, and only a few near death experiences...

Keep an eye out next year, as Imprint is making plans for a bigger presence at The Fest 7, with possible giveaways, an all new CD compilation, and more?! You'll just have to wait and see!

Here's a couple photos taken with my phone, since I was too damn lazy to carry around my actual camera...

Outside No Idea Records... Great to drive down the street, and see this face staring back at us.

Outside The Venue, they spelled Naked Raygun wrong on the marquee...

Fest 6, Gainesville, FL • October 26-28, 2007

2007-10-25T16:05:00.000-04:00

The Fest 6 is upon us.

Imprint is packing the wagon and heading north! A night filled with Naked Raygun, Baroness, Planes Mistaken for Stars, and others is on the itinerary... Looking forward to meeting a lot of great people, and having some laughs while we're at it.

We just finished work on a sampler disc in conjunction with No Idea Records, and the final result is pretty cool. Lots of great bands, and you get a copy free with your registration at The Fest!!

Here's what the cover art looks like...

Looks pretty sweet to me.

See you at The Fest!