I started doing this site a while back with the mission to do my part to get the word out on the goings on of the area hardcore scene. Since then I have been posting flyers and information regarding upcoming shows and bands that make our scene what it is today. Things started out slowly a flyer here, a link there, and site traffic picked up at a gradual pace. Through using various social networking sites as a sharing ground for the information detailed inside this modest blogspot page, we are closing in on 1000 page impressions (site views) since the Goon Squad's inception. Even more exciting is the fact that about 15% of those views came within the past seven days. Now to those who run larger sites, 1000 page impressions would be one slow day. But to consider the fact that Delco Goon Squad was started out of nothing only a few short months ago leaves me with only one thing to say.
THANK YOU.
This site would not be achieving any kind of success if it was not for the people who read this site spreading the word to others who share similar interests. By sharing the links to the articles on the Goon Squad, you are exposing hundreds more people to the contents of this blog that might not otherwise know of its existence. Without you guys, Delco Goon Squad would be a much smaller pin-drop in the cacophony of cyberspace.
That being said, the work is far from over. The Goon Squad relies heavily on word-of-mouth, so if you are checking out the site, PLEASE help a brother out and share the link to the Goon Squad's articles on show postings, etc. Not only are you helping the cause of this site, but you are also being a huge help to the bands covered in its contents by giving them what every struggling musician needs, and that is FREE ADVERTISING. It is also a much more effective way of spending your online time than shit talking people you only know through the internet.
On the topic of advertising, another simple way you can help out the Goon Squad is by clicking the banner ads that appear on the the web page. It doesnt matter what the ad is advertising, and you dont have to buy anything. One click of the mouse helps pay for the resources that the site uses, and as the Goon Squad grows, the more resources it will use.
Finally, a short message for all the area hardcore bands. If you have anything you want to promote, PLEASE let me know about it. I will help you out 110% of the time. If I am not made aware of something, I will not know to post about it. The content of this site relies heavily on the information I can find about local bands, promoters, and venues, so If you dont see it posted on the GOON SQUAD, it is probably because I dont know about it, so if you want to get something posted do not hesitate to email me at marty610@pahardcore.com and please include a flyer, a link or some visual aid, as this makes the experience that much better for the reader.
If you enjoy the Goon Squad, you should also be checking out the following sites and bands.
PaHardcore/Stereokiller
Stay on Point Productions
Straight Mangled (UDHC)
Troublesome (hard as nails)
Barricade (PAHC)
What It Takes (Rad dudes. Sweet Tunes)
Our hardcore scene is what we make of it, so do your part and support the cause.
Thanks again,
Marty
marty610@pahardcore.com
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