Endless Summer Quarterly feedback

[ESQ Editor]

The Fall 2015 edition of ESQ contents:

LETTERS
PIPELINE - news section

SECTION ONE
BRIAN WILSON - NO PIER PRESSURE
Interviews with: Al Jardine, Matt Jardine, Blondie Chaplin, Kenny Aronoff and Don Was

SECTION TWO
BRIAN WILSON - I JUST WASN'T MADE FOR THESE TIMES 20th ANNIVERSARY
Interview with: Don Was; plus sessionography by Craig Slowinski

SECTION THREE
BRIAN WILSON - ADULT CHILD
By Peter Reum; plus sessionography by Craig Slowinski

REVIEWS...

[Rentatris]

Hey...new subscriber here! Eagerly anticipating my first issue as IJWMFTT and A/C are two of my favourite Beach Boy related things ever.

 Quick question....I'm based in England...when would I usually expect this treat to plop on my doormat?

[Malc]

Being a former UK subscriber, until the finances hit home a touch too heavily, firstly I can tell you that the delivery takes very little time to hit these shores... always prompt. But secondly, is there any possibility you guys would consider offering an e-copy of the mag ? Cheaper to compile, distribute and purchase - and the PDF layout I'm guessing is already in place. I know it's not the same as a physical copy in your hand (much as the same comparison as buying off iTunes against having the vinyl yourself) but I get Goldmine delivered that way, don't miss out on anything - and the subs, particularly for those outside the U.S., are much cheaper. Just a thought ...

[LeeDempsey]

Being a former UK subscriber, until the finances hit home a touch too heavily, firstly I can tell you that the delivery takes very little time to hit these shores... always prompt. But secondly, is there any possibility you guys would consider offering an e-copy of the mag ? Cheaper to compile, distribute and purchase - and the PDF layout I'm guessing is already in place. I know it's not the same as a physical copy in your hand (much as the same comparison as buying off iTunes against having the vinyl yourself) but I get Goldmine delivered that way, don't miss out on anything - and the subs, particularly for those outside the U.S., are much cheaper. Just a thought ...

Hey Malc -

We have considered it; our issues are delivered to the printer in PDF format, so they are ready to go.  The challenge is putting the user/password infrastructure in place so that only active subscribers can download the issues; otherwise the link would get propagated across the Internet for free.  Goldmine is part of the larger Krause Publications, so they had the resources to invest in that secure download infrastructure across all of their publications.

Lee

[Malc]

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Hey Malc -

We have considered it; our issues are delivered to the printer in PDF format, so they are ready to go.  The challenge is putting the user/password infrastructure in place so that only active subscribers can download the issues; otherwise the link would get propagated across the Internet for free.  Goldmine is part of the larger Krause Publications, so they had the resources to invest in that secure download infrastructure across all of their publications.

Lee
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It would be great if you could, but I understand about the security aspect of it. The other option is maybe, every quarter, publish each issue as a Kindle/Amazon sale, individually priced. And then delete it each issue as the next one becomes available ! Crazy idea ... but it might work ! Just looking at ways to get my subs back !!

[metal flake paint]

Being a former UK subscriber, until the finances hit home a touch too heavily, firstly I can tell you that the delivery takes very little time to hit these shores... always prompt. But secondly, is there any possibility you guys would consider offering an e-copy of the mag ? Cheaper to compile, distribute and purchase - and the PDF layout I'm guessing is already in place. I know it's not the same as a physical copy in your hand (much as the same comparison as buying off iTunes against having the vinyl yourself) but I get Goldmine delivered that way, don't miss out on anything - and the subs, particularly for those outside the U.S., are much cheaper. Just a thought ...

Hey Malc -

We have considered it; our issues are delivered to the printer in PDF format, so they are ready to go.  The challenge is putting the user/password infrastructure in place so that only active subscribers can download the issues; otherwise the link would get propagated across the Internet for free.  Goldmine is part of the larger Krause Publications, so they had the resources to invest in that secure download infrastructure across all of their publications.

Lee

Lee, would it be feasible perhaps to email each subscriber their own password protected copy (using either a predefined password or one provided by ESQ), including password permissions protection to preclude printing, copying, or editing of the document?

[LeeDempsey]

I'm sure that there are 3rd-party services out there that we could pay to manage the issue hosting and security and download process for us; the problem is they charge a fee, and ESQ is barely breaking even as it is.  We wouldn't be eliminating the printing process since some subscribers will still want a printed copy.  We would have to make it up with an increased subscriber count.

Lee

[ESQ Editor]

Posted a primary list for the giveaway items available to all subscribers of ESQ.
https://www.facebook.com/ESQ.Editor

[The Shift]

Yeah: www.facebook.com/pctjohnbadger

[The Shift]

Hope David and the mods don't mind me reporting ESQ's Facebook post here for the benefit of those without Facebook acounts. ESQ's a great read and there's plenty of incentive here to subscribe if you don't already:

ENDLESS SUMMER QUARTERLY is excited to announce our latest giveaway! No secret keywords, no forms to fill out, no essays. Just be an ACTIVE PAID SUBSCRIBER with one or more issues remaining on your subscription as of November 7, 2015. New subscribers, former subscribers who re-subscribe, and current subscribers all have an equal chance to win. Complimentary subscribers are not eligible. (NOTE: If your subscription expires with the Fall 2015 issue, get your renewal in by November 7, 2015 in order to eligible.)
Here's an abridged list of the GRAND PRIZE items:
• The Beach Boys 2015 Official Endless Summer Days (And Summer Nights!!) Tour Program - autographed by Mike Love & Bruce Johnston
• Endless Summer Quarterly : Summer 2015 edition - autographed by Mike Love & Bruce Johnston
• The Beach Boys - Assortment of Capitol Records LP re-releases
• Brian Wilson - autographed 2000 8" x 10"
• Brian Wilson - No Pier Pressure 16-track Deluxe CD
• Brian Wilson - Record Store Day “The Right Time”/“Sail Away” 45
• Brian Wilson - “Midnight’s Another Day”/“That Lucky Old Sun”/“Morning Beat” blue vinyl 45 with picture sleeve
• Al Jardine - autographed 2002 8” x 10”
• David Marks And Friends – Live On Sunset 2010
• Ricci Martin – Beached CD
• The Bamboo Trading Company CD - autographed by Matt Jardine, Gary Griffin, Randell Kirsch, Philip Bardowell, Chris English Pittman and Miami Dan + special guests Dean Torrence, David Marks & Probyn Gregory
• MOJO ’60s - Smile edition, with “Cabin Essence”/“Wonderful” yellow vinyl 45
A complete list of prize items, including SECOND and THIRD PRIZE, will be posted soon. Names of winners and prize item(s) will be posted to Endless Summer Quarterly's Facebook Page.

Looks from the exclusions listed that overseas subscribers do qualify for the draw too

[Rentatris]

I just subscribed recently....they just 'give away' this stuff!! Wow...all I have to do is be a subscriber? Count me in...

[bgas]

Hope David and the mods don't mind me reporting ESQ's Facebook post here for the benefit of those without Facebook acounts. ESQ's a great read and there's plenty of incentive here to subscribe if you don't already:

ENDLESS SUMMER QUARTERLY is excited to announce our latest giveaway! No secret keywords, no forms to fill out, no essays. Just be an ACTIVE PAID SUBSCRIBER with one or more issues remaining on your subscription as of November 7, 2015. New subscribers, former subscribers who re-subscribe, and current subscribers all have an equal chance to win. Complimentary subscribers are not eligible. (NOTE: If your subscription expires with the Fall 2015 issue, get your renewal in by November 7, 2015 in order to eligible.)
Here's an abridged list of the GRAND PRIZE items:
• The Beach Boys 2015 Official Endless Summer Days (And Summer Nights!!) Tour Program - autographed by Mike Love & Bruce Johnston
• Endless Summer Quarterly : Summer 2015 edition - autographed by Mike Love & Bruce Johnston
• The Beach Boys - Assortment of Capitol Records LP re-releases
• Brian Wilson - autographed 2000 8" x 10"
• Brian Wilson - No Pier Pressure 16-track Deluxe CD
• Brian Wilson - Record Store Day “The Right Time”/“Sail Away” 45
• Brian Wilson - “Midnight’s Another Day”/“That Lucky Old Sun”/“Morning Beat” blue vinyl 45 with picture sleeve
• Al Jardine - autographed 2002 8” x 10”
• David Marks And Friends – Live On Sunset 2010
• Ricci Martin – Beached CD
• The Bamboo Trading Company CD - autographed by Matt Jardine, Gary Griffin, Randell Kirsch, Philip Bardowell, Chris English Pittman and Miami Dan + special guests Dean Torrence, David Marks & Probyn Gregory
• MOJO ’60s - Smile edition, with “Cabin Essence”/“Wonderful” yellow vinyl 45
A complete list of prize items, including SECOND and THIRD PRIZE, will be posted soon. Names of winners and prize item(s) will be posted to Endless Summer Quarterly's Facebook Page.

Looks from the exclusions listed that overseas subscribers do qualify for the draw too

Heck, I think the best prize would be to get on the complimentary subscribers list and never have to pay for ESQ

[LeeDempsey]

Heck, I think the best prize would be to get on the complimentary subscribers list and never have to pay for ESQ

Chris, change your last name to Wilson, Love, or Jardine, or join one of the touring bands, and we will be happy to comp you! 

[bgas]

Heck, I think the best prize would be to get on the complimentary subscribers list and never have to pay for ESQ

Chris, change your last name to Wilson, Love, or Jardine, or join one of the touring bands, and we will be happy to comp you! 

That's all it takes?  Simple enough...

[LeeDempsey]

Heck, I think the best prize would be to get on the complimentary subscribers list and never have to pay for ESQ

Chris, change your last name to Wilson, Love, or Jardine, or join one of the touring bands, and we will be happy to comp you! 

That's all it takes?  Simple enough...

Oh, and don't take shots at the editor every chance you get...

[bgas]

Heck, I think the best prize would be to get on the complimentary subscribers list and never have to pay for ESQ

Chris, change your last name to Wilson, Love, or Jardine, or join one of the touring bands, and we will be happy to comp you! 

That's all it takes?  Simple enough...

Oh, and don't take shots at the editor every chance you get...

Moi??  There's SO many chances lately and so few shots across the bow, at least by me. 
Think you need to step up with your cd collection tho....

[ESQ Editor]

"Love & Mercy" DVDs arrived today, and will be added to the giveaway.

[ontor pertawst]

Maybe you can send one to Mike Love for a candid examiner.com review of it!

[Lee Marshall]

Maybe you can send one to Mike Love for a candid examiner.com review of it!

[ESQ Editor]

The Endless Summer Quarterly giveaway is underway, and we will begin to mail random prizes out between now and November 7.  You have to be a subscriber to be eligible. 
 
The deadline date is November 7, and names will be chosen at random.  More details to come on ESQ's Facebook page.

Here's the direct link to information on the Fall 2015 edition of Endless Summer Quarterly.
http://esquarterly.com/buy-ESQ.html#fall2015

[ESQ Editor]

I just subscribed recently....they just 'give away' this stuff!! Wow...all I have to do is be a subscriber? Count me in...

Looking forward to your feedback when it reaches you.

[ESQ Editor]

We have more items that we're in the process of including, so be sure to have your subscriptions up to date by November 7. 

We also anticipate receiving copies of:
Carl Wilson CD
Carl Wilson Youngblood CD 
Carl Wilson - Long Promised Road: Carl Wilson, Soul of the Beach Boys - The Biography

[ESQ Editor]

Promo SACDs of Acoustic Sounds' All Summer Long, Today!, Summer Days, Party! and Pet Sounds just arrived.  LPs should be soon.  Look for reviews in the next ESQ.

[Steve Latshaw]

Got this issue in yesterday's mail... went right to the Adult Child article but skimmed the rest.  Once again, a great issue, up there with the previous LA Light Album edition.  Peter Reum's ruminations about that aborted project were fascinating, as was the sessionography.

[ESQ Editor]

Got this issue in yesterday's mail... went right to the Adult Child article but skimmed the rest.  Once again, a great issue, up there with the previous LA Light Album edition.  Peter Reum's ruminations about that aborted project were fascinating, as was the sessionography.

Thank you Steve.

Craig Slowinski's sessionography work is invaluable, and Peter Reum's firsthand accounts are too.  Craig and Peter bring tremendous value to ESQ, and we're grateful for their continued contributions.