The Ghetto Blaster Project: A Doctumentary

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DoktorHoliday

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Let me start by first saying hello, and thanks for your interest. My Name is Brian (Doktor Holiday), and like you, I have been a collector, researcher, lover, eater, and breather of boomboxes for a long time now. The discovery of boomboxery has provided me a great wealth of knowledge, and a sense of feeling at home. ( thanks)
Getting to the point, I'm currently a student of film, and have started production on a project titled "The Ghetto Blaster Project: A Documentary"
The Ghettoblaster Project would be a documentary film focusing on the evolution of the portable radio, and how it has effected peoples lives. This film will consist of old school footage, interviews with collectors, artists, and anyone from all walks of life that have in some way been touched by the presence of the boombox, and has their story to tell.

***To Make a long story short, my film is about the love of boomboxes, and so many untold stories, and unseen collections from people around the world.***

I'm calling out to all members, and any one interested to submit a video (any length) to me that tells your story, or shows off your collection, or a experience you might like to share.
Questions like, (What started you collecting?, What are your favorite boxes? Biggest? Baddest? What was it like growing up with boomboxes? Rare Finds? Old footage /Pictures?), are great ideas of my focus. This project is very dear to me, and it has to be represented with a extremely high level of Dopeness...! lol Any video interviews, collection displays, archive footage / photos would be greatly appreciated.

I'm aiming for a 60 min film, which will be funded, produced and narrated by me, after completion, I'll be releasing the entire film to youtube for your viewing pleasure. Videos submited will receive special thanks in ending credits.

Thank you for taking the time to read this. Please help my Documentary come to Life!
Any Questions? Ideas? Comments?

P.S. This is NOT the final cover..

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DoktorHoliday

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Message me for details on Submitting Media

Any questions, comments or ideas are greatly appreciated.

Im really excited about the editing and production team I've put together.
I Thank everyone for your interest in this much needed documentary.
 

baddboybill

Boomus Fidelis
Cool idea :cool: I think everyone has interesting reasons for being a collector of one of the finest pieces of history ;-) :-D
 

DoktorHoliday

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As far as a timeline for everything, I'd Like to keep Requesting for Submitted Videos, Pictures, Quotes, Older footage, and all other related media until Sep /Oct 2011. In the mean while, I've been scripting out the technical side of the film which will include radio model specifics, one on one interviews, archived footage, narrative, and the overall flow of the film. My goal is to have the documentary completed, and ready to view by December of 2011. I want this to be one of those films that you could watch over and over, and discover something new each time. (Maybey if I'm lucky, we'll even get to see and hear from the creator(s) of this wonderful super dope site and, what got them started. ..) :w00t:
Again, I really appreciate the responses from you all, and any comment or thought, or suggestion will not be heard on deaf ears. We wanna know whats out there, and tell the world about it. We don't collect these Audio Works of art just to sit in our "man caves" and basements.. Let's Show these kids who wear Boombox t-shirts why they think that iconic image is so cool, and show them Where, and how it all began... Thanks People!! :-D
 
Count me in too bro!!! :thumbsup: I can help out with the subtitles in spanish "No Hay Problema"... 100% fluent in English and Spanish (was raised in the States, California)... Peace out, Strānj-Bōōmbŏks here... oh, and WELCOME to the world's BEST Boombox Place. ;-)
 

DoktorHoliday

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Woah..I never really stopped to think about that...! :hmmm: Infinite Thanks for another great idea for the project, and all the help, and support. This film is like a first time father with a newborn baby! i have a great sense of story direction, and vision, but i'll never say I know it all.. Subtitles would be essential and a must. The Love Spreads across the globe for the Boombox, and the idea of being able to enjoy this in another language is awesome...you guys have no idea of how the love and your response has effected me. Im open to all suggestions and ideas.

Warning: this documentary is not some project that I'm trying to profit from, or exploit from. This film is my contribution to the love and appreciation for a item that has changed the lives of people, and has spawned a culture of collectors, historians, and admirers. I have yet to find any other film that covers an in-depth view of this life and culture, so I attend to bring it to life. I've set aside any other commitments and projects to ensure that this film will be highly respected, and well thought out. Again, I want to thank everyone, and welcome any input or advice on this project. Enlighten me.. ("Knowledge Reigns Supreme") KRS One..

P.S. I hope I'm not violating any rules, and regulations mentioned in the FAQ section of this site. I don't think I am, (I'm just Sayin' Though..) :-D
 

DoktorHoliday

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Oh yeah, and by the way, Here's some quick pics of some of the Boxes I'm working with..Small, yet humble, I continue my endless search for Gems down here in The Lone Star State ...I hope to have 40+ some day, and stand amongst you guy's with the MEGA collections. (I'm allowed to dream, right?) :annoyed: Here's to wishful thinking, and the Thrill of the Hunt.. Untill then..I'll just pop in another Cassette, and press Play... :stereo: (posted in collections also)



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ford93

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Let me start by saying :hi: dokstarr.

I for one grew up during the golden days of boomboxes I experience the birth of the culture. I'm now 47 yrs. old and I'm still a fan.

My only pic. I have from those dayz is my avatar you can hi-jack it if you wish to include it on your project good luck bro'.
 

jaetee

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Welcome to the best online hood - ever!!!

And I gotta say.... that's a fine stash o' stuff you got there!

You've got quite a few outstanding boxes and cassettes.

M70 + any one or two other boxes = Bonafide collection! :lol: :-D

Best of luck with your video!
 
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