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2011/07/03 11:48:27 (permalink)

New Web Site/Host

 Hey,
 
I'm looking for some objective opinions on my web site.  I'm considering switching over to using a host called Bandzoogle instead of building and maintaining my site myself using Dreamweaver.  Bandzoogle is pretty cool because it offers more functionality that I am able to do with my own mediocre html coding skills.  However, it's a little more "cookie-cutter" in design and I'm sure there are a million other sites out there that look similar to mine.  If you have a moment, please take a look and compare the two.  Being fellow musicians, I would appreciate your comments.
 
Old Site
 
New Site
 
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    bapu
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    Re:New Web Site/Host 2011/07/03 12:06:10 (permalink)
    Love the new look.

    Love the video.

    Love that song.

    Great job Dave.
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    Dave King
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    Re:New Web Site/Host 2011/07/03 15:46:55 (permalink)
    Love the new look. Love the video. Love that song.

     
    I think you're my new biggest fan!  lol
     
    Thanks for the input.

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    bapu
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    Re:New Web Site/Host 2011/07/05 11:46:55 (permalink)
    I may be you're only fan, but I'm working on recruiting more....
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    Re:New Web Site/Host 2011/07/05 13:13:12 (permalink)
    Hi Dave,

    Both sites look good.  The news site looks more streamlined and easier to navigate.  I prefer the new one.  Good job. 

    I didn't have audio hooked up, I'll check out the music later today. 

    Good luck,
    Jan

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    philz
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    Re:New Web Site/Host 2011/07/08 10:54:13 (permalink)
    Hi Dave- I would echo Jan's comments on the 2 sites.  The new site has a more 'polished' look and feel, but the old one is actually quite nice too.  I don't get the 'cookie cutter' feel on the new site.  At this point in web development it's nearly impossible to come up with something unique.  One thing I noticed is that the old site had a "Reviews" section, and I didn't see that on the new one.

    I enjoyed a few of the tunes and videos.  All were excellent.  I particularly enjoyed the video of Danbury Fair which I thought was very evocative and really well done. 
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    Old55
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    Re:New Web Site/Host 2011/07/08 11:08:31 (permalink)
    I finally got to watch the video.  It sound great, too.  Keep up the good work. 

    Should auld acquaintance be forgot--hey, who the hell are you guys?  
     
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    The Maillard Reaction
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    Re:New Web Site/Host 2011/07/08 11:21:24 (permalink)

    One thing I like about the new site is the way each page has a header photo of you playing a different gig.

    It's good design with a powerful message.


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    Re:New Web Site/Host 2011/07/08 11:23:58 (permalink)
    Hi Dave,

    Great music!  I noticed your NPR credit - have you sent any of your stuff in to SiriusXM for their "Coffeehouse" channel?  Your songs and style would be a perfect fit.

    Your old site isn't bad... but I love the new new site.  What I find most appealing about it is the layout; lots of information/content, but still "roomy" from this reader's perceptual perch.  Easier to concentrate on one thing at a time when I'm reading.

    Keep up the great work - I'll be back to see what's up!








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    Re:New Web Site/Host 2011/07/09 10:38:22 (permalink)
    Both are quite functional, but I have to say my first impression leans for the new site. To me, it has a more professional look, and I find the old site to be  more 'cookie-cutter'. Don't ask me to clearly define my meaning of 'professional' here. It is just a certain look-and-feel that I like. Nice job.

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