Best Buy exclusive

[BKinNYC]

Sorry - I should've clarified:  My comment was for people in the U.S. buying the album.

[Howard2k]

Hands up everyone who has significant marketing experience in the music business with top-tier artists.


Thought so.

[TomFriend]

Hands up everyone who has significant marketing experience in the music business with top-tier artists.


Thought so.

Yeah, fans have no idea what fans want. They need record label execs. to tell them. 

[BKinNYC]

Hands up everyone who has significant marketing experience in the music business with top-tier artists.


Thought so.

*raises hand*

 

[benchiefjr]

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=9111043&st=chinese+democracy&lp=2&type=product&cp=1&id=1925068

Ok, so what's the difference between this one and the 12.99 one?
Does this one come with the Vinyl too, or IS IT the vinyl?
If it's the regular CD and it comes with the Vinyl than I'll pay for the 19.99 one.

Help plz.

edit - Nevermind, I'm a moron who cannot read.
It's the Vinyl.
But would the mp3 instructions that come with it be pretty high quality mp3s?

[jarmo]

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=9111043&st=chinese+democracy&lp=2&type=product&cp=1&id=1925068

Ok, so what's the difference between this one and the 12.99 one?
Does this one come with the Vinyl too, or IS IT the vinyl?
If it's the regular CD and it comes with the Vinyl than I'll pay for the 19.99 one.

Help plz.

The item's title kinda gives it away: Chinese Democracy [LP] [11/23] - VINYL

If it's still a mystery.

Format   VINYL



/jarmo

[FunkyMonkey]

GUNS N' ROSES: 'Chinese Democracy' Vinyl To Include Free MP3 Download Of Entire Album - Nov. 10, 2008

The vinyl version of GUNS N' ROSES' long-awaited new album, "Chinese Democracy" ? which will be released in the U.S. on November 23 exclusively through Best Buy ? includes instructions for a free MP3 download of the entire LP.

To pre-order the vinyl version, visit BestBuy.com.

http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=108614

[AC]

HMV.ca now lists the fan pack for $29.99.

a.

[russtcb]

...
But would the mp3 instructions that come with it be pretty high quality mp3s?

The single version they gave from Napster with the pre-order was 256kbps

[oldgunsfan]

I emailed Bestbuy yesterday to possably get a list of midnight release locations and was disappointed to get this message!! I think we need to start making some calls to our local stores!!

Hello Amy,

Thank you for emailing us at Best Buy.  I would be happy to answer any questions.  I checked within our system and I don't see any mentioning of a midnight release for the new Guns N' Roses album.  Usually if there is a midnight release it is for an upcoming release of a video game or PC software game.  If there is anything to be planned for the release it will be advertised on BestBuy.com along with a list of the participating store locations.  I would keep an eye out for any upcoming advertisements on BestBuy.com for the album.

If you have future questions or concerns please don't hesitate to contact us.

Best Regards,

Derek
Best Buy Consumer Relations

Of course, the countdown on their website ends midnight 11/23

[FunkyMonkey]

I honestly don't see the big deal with a midnight release. Its released on a sunday so its not like most people will be at work and unable to get to the store right when it opens at 9-10am. We've waited all these years for this is an extra 9-10 hrs all that terrible?

No, but I think the album deserves one.  And I think it would build some hype.

[LunsJail]

I honestly don't see the big deal with a midnight release. Its released on a sunday so its not like most people will be at work and unable to get to the store right when it opens at 9-10am. We've waited all these years for this is an extra 9-10 hrs all that terrible?

No, but I think the album deserves one.  And I think it would build some hype.

I think the added cost for Best Buy to stay open late and pay employees would outweigh any benefit to them.  Especially when you probably have employees already working overtime hours during the holiday season.  People have to go there anyway to get the album whether it's Sunday morning or Saturday night.  As a Guns fan, it would be awesome but it just doesn't make any business sense for Best Buy.

[GnR-NOW]

Might be old news by now but BB has a promo up on the website

[plasmabeam]

I honestly don't see the big deal with a midnight release. Its released on a sunday so its not like most people will be at work and unable to get to the store right when it opens at 9-10am. We've waited all these years for this is an extra 9-10 hrs all that terrible?

I typically start work at 10 AM on Sundays... And if I get an 8-hour shift, that will be one longass drag till 6:30.

[tim_m]

I honestly don't see the big deal with a midnight release. Its released on a sunday so its not like most people will be at work and unable to get to the store right when it opens at 9-10am. We've waited all these years for this is an extra 9-10 hrs all that terrible?

I typically start work at 10 AM on Sundays... And if I get an 8-hour shift, that will be one longass drag till 6:30.

Wow that's gonna suck for you.

[wells]

well not directly GNR directed, but interesting BB and financial situation article:

http://www.businessweek.com/investor/content/nov2008/pi20081112_087344.htm

v. ..

[Kasanova King]

Just wondering if anyone here has heard of any Best Buys staying open past midnight on November the 22nd??

[LunsJail]

Just wondering if anyone here has heard of any Best Buys staying open past midnight on November the 22nd??

No, doesn't appear to be happening.

[GnR-NOW]

well not directly GNR directed, but interesting BB and financial situation article:

http://www.businessweek.com/investor/content/nov2008/pi20081112_087344.htm

v. ..

It's safe to assume most consumers will spend 12 dollars for CD, and not 5000 for a 40 inch LCD Hi Def TV with Blu Ray and Surround sound

[circusboy666]

i called my local best buy and they said there is no midnight sale! WTF!!! does anyone know of any midnight sales going on??? and if u preorder it on itunes, does it download at midnight??? someone help me out if you have heard anything. i live on long island new york and am suprised to hear there is no midnight sale!