FAQ

On this page, Matthew will answer those questions that are asked the most.

So far there are two categories of FAQs

  • Programme FAQ [Below]
  • RSS FAQ [Further down the page]

PROGRAMME FAQ

What is Show Us What You Got?

Show Us What You Got is the brand new music talent programme showcasing the best that Inverkeithing High School has to offer.

That’s the concept in one sentence, if you want to know the exact details of the programme – then head over to the About Show Us What You Got page.

How many episodes are they in a series?

It depends on how many bands and musicians want to appear on the programme. The average number of episodes I hope to have is between three to five.

So why is there only two for the first series?

Two reasons:

  1. Out of the three bands that were originally signed to appear on the programme: two of them pulled out due to conflicting schedules; and the other having all of the band members leaving the school so it didn’t fit the guest criteria. Instead of delaying the programme for a long period of time – I decided that it was best to go with one band and the Talent Showdown episode for this series only.
  2. This series will also act as a taster to what a full series may offer. Going with a small number of episodes is a more managable risk to take; rather than having a series of four to six episodes and the series fails after the first episode.

So when can we expect “a full series”?

At the time of writing this FAQ [June 2008], the exact date is unknown. If a second series does go ahead, then expect it around early 2009. I will release the precise details nearer the time. Although it will depend on whether people want a second series or not.

I would like a second series to happen, how do I make my point?

At the end of this series,  I will set up a feedback process. So you can tell me your thoughts on the programme – including whether or not you want the second series. Details will be announced after the first series is finished.

How do I listen to an episode of Show Us What You Got?

To listen to an episode of Show Us What You Got, you must do the following:

  • Click on the link to the episode’s Radiowaves page [where the episode is hosted].
  • Then click the “Play” icon on the episode’s Radiowaves page. This opens the Radiowaves player.
  • You must have an Internet browser that is capable of playing Flash content. If the episode doesn’t play, then chances are you are either using an old version of Flash or you don’t Flash installed. To solve this problem, click here to download and install the latest version of Flash onto your computer.

How long is an episode?

Depending on what is being discussed and how long the performed song is. Normally the target should be between 20-30 minutes for a bands programme; and between 30-40 minutes for a Talent Showdown.

You mentioned Radiowaves there, how do I get to the episode’s Radiowaves page but not through suwyg.wordpress.com?

Type:

Show Us What You Got Radiowaves

Into your search engine and click on the appropirate link.

I’m a musician and I would like to appear on a future episode of Show Us What You Got. What is the process of getting involved?

OR

I’m in a band and I would like to appear on a future episode of Show Us What You Got. What is the process getting involved?

If you in a band or a musician, and you would like to take part in a future episode of Show Us What You Got. Sign up to the Show Us What You Got Audition Call that will take place when a new series is being produced.

If you wish to take part, you must give the following details:

  • Your name/the name of your band.
  • Are you a band or musician.
  • What instrument you specialise in. [Musicians only]
  • Your register class/classes.
  • The URL to your band’s/music website and or MySpace Music and Bebo Band pages.
  • The song you wish to perform on the programme. For bands it MUST be one of your own.

If there’s a situation where you might not get on the current series, then I will offer you a place on the next series.

Any requirements to appear on Show Us What You Got?

There a few requirements you need to meet if you wish to appear on Show Us What You Got:

  • You/your band must be active in music.
  • You/your band must have at least ONE gig or ONE song done.
  • You/your band must have an active webpage/MySpace/Bebo page.
  • The band members attend Inverkeithing High School – most of them must attend.
  • The band has been active for at least three months.
  • The rest of the band must also have the desire to appear on the programme.
  • You must have the desire to appear on the programme.
  • You must be willing to cooperate with myself in producing the programme.
  • You should have a talent for music – obviously.
  • Give it 200%. The best you can do.

I’m in a band that has all of its members attending Inverkeithing High School in the past. Would we be still able to appear on the programme?

No. If you all have left IHS, there is no point of having you appearing on a programme that showcases the musical talent by the current pupils of the school.

Do my band need to take our music seriously before we appear on the programme?

Yes you do. I am interested in promoting those who take their craft seriously and give up large amounts of spare time to pursue that passion.

The same applies to musicians as well?

Yes.

RSS FAQ

What is RSS?

RSS stands for Really Simple Syndication and is a way of publishing frequently updated content [blog posts, news headlines, podcasts, etc] in a standard format – or an RSS feed.

What are the advantages of using RSS

If you use RSS feeds, then it means you can have the latest content sent to you, saving you from visting a website manually. In this case, using the RSS feed from the Show Us What You Got blog means you can get the latest news and programme announcements without having to type the blog’s address into your browser.

What software do I need to use RSS feeds?

You will need a type of software called a ‘feed reader’ or a ‘news aggregator’ in order to grab the RSS feed from this blog. You can either download the software from the Internet; sign-up to a web-based feed reader service [some displayed below]; or use the feed reader found in your Internet browser [instructions to add a feed will appear later in this faq].

WEB BASED FEED READERS

Google Reader

Bloglines

Do I have to pay for this RSS software?

Yes and no. Yes, for some but no for most. Depends which feed reader you use.

How do I use the Feed Reader in my Internet Browser?

INTERNET EXPLORER 7 INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Open up Internet Explorer
  2. Go to http://suwyg.wordpress.com
  3. Click on “Subscribe in a reader” link in the “RSS feed [Feedburner]” sidebar – on the right hand side.
  4. Click on “View Feed XML” in the “Subscribe Now” box
  5. Click on “Subscribe to this feed”
  6. Then click “Subscribe”
  7. To check the feed. Click on the “Favourites Center” Icon [The Star icon]. Click on Feeds and then click on the “Show Us What You Got” feed.

FIREFOX INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Open up Firefox.
  2. Go to http://suwyg.wordpress.com
  3. Click on “Subscribe in a reader” link in the “RSS feed [Feedburner]” sidebar – on the right hand side.
  4. Then click on the RSS icon in the address bar.
  5. Click “Subscribe Now”, then click “Add.
  6. Click on the Bookmarks menu, and select the “Show Us What You Got” folder.

OPERA INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Open up Opera.
  2. Go to http://suwyg.wordpress.com
  3. Click on “Subscribe in a reader” link in the “RSS feed [Feedburner]” sidebar – on the right hand side.
  4. Click “Yes”
  5. Then click on the “Feeds” menu
  6. Click on “Show Us What You Got” feed.

SAFARI INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Open up Safari.
  2. Go to http://suwyg.wordpress.com
  3. Click on “Subscribe in a reader” link in the “RSS feed [Feedburner]” sidebar – on the right hand side.
  4. Click on the RSS Icon in the Address bar
  5. Click on “Add Bookmark” on the sidebar
  6. Choose where you wish to save the feed and click “Add”
  7. Go to the Bookmarks menu and choose “Show Us What You Got”