Q: Do you accept unsolicited demos?
A: Yes. We'd be more than happy to listen to your record. Our only criteria is this: To help you put out your records, we have to like your music. Send demos to 304 West 10th St. Erie, PA 16502.

Q: How do I book one of your bands on my show?
A: Well, the easiest way to do this is to visit the bands website (A link to their site, if they have one, will be located in their "Artist" page). You can also contact the label here if you're having trouble getting a hold of the band. Be sure to check the Calendar to make sure that the band is not already playing or on tour on the date of your show.

Q: What is this label all about?
A: Basement Transmissions is an indie, collective kind of label. This does not mean that we only accept "indie rock" bands. We work with punk, rock, indie, hardcore, new wave, and pretty much any other type of band you can think of. The important thing is that the bands have an independent way of thinking. We are more about building a strong music community than trying to sell 500,000 copies of a record, and get airtime on MTV.

Q: How long has Basement Transmissions been around?
A: We have been a label since the summer of 2004. It started as an idea to help strengthen our local scene, and has blossomed to become the beautiful flower that you see before you now. (For the full story on BTR, talk to Bob Jensen next time you see him. This is actually the 2nd incarnation of BTR)

Q: Who the hell is running this thing, anyway?
A: BTR is mainly run by four people. Joshua Zimmer, John Johnston, Jason Lavery and Jon Burdick. We also enlist the help of Steve Crane and Bob Jensen from time to time. We are all very nice guys, who deserve hugs and kisses.

Q: How can I help out with BTR?
A: How can't you help? We're always looking for people to help us handle the many duties that it takes to operate a record label. We're also trying to set up a Street Team to help us flyer for the many shows that our bands play. If you are interested in helping out in any way, contact us at info@basementtransmissions.com, and we'll let you know what you can do.

Q: When is the new (any BTR band) record coming out? When are they going to play my town?
A: When we know, you'll know. The "News" section and the "Calendar" are being updated all the time. If the answer to your question isn't on either of those pages, then you probably know as much as we do.

Q: Where can I get the new (any BTR band) record once it comes out?
A: Well, right now we're working on getting our distribution set up. In the mean time, we have an online store (which will be up and running very soon) to order from, or you can pick up a record at a show that the band is playing. Also, if you live in Erie, check your local record stores.

Q: Who is the coolest guy at BTR?
A: Josh... Without question.

Q: What do you guys actually do for a living?
A: We're mostly hobos who have access to a recording studio and a computer... But John works for the Government.