Alright, I'm new to this web site, so sorry about the last post, I thought I was only sending it to one person. Now I have reviewed all the posts about my tribute and am absolutely stunned that there are some sort of "meta tags" that contain the F word attached to something that I created. If anyone knows how this could have happened without my knowledge and how to remove them, please be sure to let me know. I am not responsible for these things being attached to the video.
Second, I was asked by Warner Brothers to remove the song from the video because I did not receive permission to use it. I initially created this tribute simply to show to a few friends of mine and to my family. It became quite popular and after thousands and thousands viewed it, Warner Brothers sent me a nice email.
So if any of you have been sending it out, please stop. If any of you have linked it from a site of your own, please remove it. The last thing I need is a huge law suit because I put together a little video to help our President.
I thank you all for understanding and want you all to know I am not some disrespectul and ignorant kid that put these words in my video. I have no idea how to do it, nor would I want to. The message of this video is exactly what you see. That is how I feel. This other stuff disturbs me and I am sorry it has given some of you trouble when trying to view it. Thanks again.
Chris
Sorry for all of these posts, but when my name gets used for something I had nothing to do with, I get fired up, as I am sure you can all imagine.
I have found out what happened....
My video was linked to RepublicanGear.com. If you check the source file, the foul language that you've all spoken about is located in there. I did not write that source file, nor do I have any connection to this web site, other than them having my video on their page, which is about to change.
I am disappointed to hear about all of this, but had nothing to do with it again. Thanks, just wanted to let you know why all this happened.
My file is located only at:
http://copland.udel.edu/~cbyrne/gwb.swf
This video should not be appearing anywhere else. Thanks.
Chris
If you can rework it with a new song, I recommend that you send it to the RNC or the Bush/Cheney campaign to use as an ad.
One of my FRiends here used the word 'anointed' to describe it........so your explanation rings true.
To all on this thread, please read Chris's explanation and stop sending this video around.
My apologies, Chris, for contributing to your problems. I was simply overwhelmed by the beauty of what you did.
WELCOME to Free Republic!
Chris, wonderful video and thanks.
You might want to check with ASCAP about getting a waiver or something that allows you to use the music for not for profit use. Also, if you check around here at FR, you might find some people/person that is familiar enough with muscic/song rights to help you...if you are inclined. Also, there are plenty of patriotic songs and hymns that are public domain, nobody "owns" the rights anymore so anyone can use them...
I get such a choked up feeling when I think about our President, his faith and values inspire millions every day. Thanks for taking the time to speak your mind in your own way. With young men like you and your friends, our country will be in good hands for years to come.
Vote for our Honorable and Dignified President!
G in Chicagoland
I just want to add one note about the art of the thing. The last shot - from center field, of President Bush throwing the first pitch of the world series at Yankee Stadium in 2001 - brilliant, absolutely brilliant.
I think those photos of him in front of thousands of cheering New Yorkers will be some of my most favorite images of our President for years to come.
Just read your post requesting that we not 'forward' your absolutely AWESOME video. While I will certainly honor your request, I regret that others will miss your incredible tribute to our Commander in Chief!!!!
Fantastic work! Do whatever is needed to get some music you can use for this video. Maybe another artist (Christian or Country?) would be open to letting you use their music. Keep the faith! Well done.
Chris - awesome effort. Sorry to hear that someone tampered with your beautiful video. Keep up the good work in your efforts to support our president. Thank you!