Dear Jedi Nation,

3 years ago, I clicked on the "talk" button and we all went on a ride of music, news, interviews and funk.

I changed show formats, I changed nights and I even got the pink slip once, but no matter what, the members of the Nation stayed by my side.

I have been blessed to break new music, interview countless amazing artists and have more fun than a DJ should be able to have on the air.

We at Emancipation Radio layed a foundation for what internet radio should be and will be in the future, I take great pride in knowing that I was part of this amazing station. We are truly "pioneers" in this industry.

I have come to a time of my life that I know it's time for me to step away from the station and move on to the next adventure of my life.

The work it takes to put a quality show (I know some would challenge that statement ) out every week is a time consuming task.

It's not the 2-3 hours of a show that takes my time as much as it is the rounding up and conducting interviews, promoting the show and station and a ton of other things that makes this a big job.

The truth is, I'm not a rock-star dj, I'm a husband, dad and a person that just needs to slow down and focus on other things.

I PROMISE, there will be no comeback, I wouldn't do that to Star Maiden or Emancipation Radio, this decision has been 2-3 months in the making and it is certain and FINAL (I know... you can laugh now) but it's true. I have two shows left (Nov. 5th and Nov 12th). I hope you will join me and let's celebrate 3 amazing years of Jedi Nation.

Emancipation Radio will do many amazing things over the next few years and I am looking forward to seeing the station grow and dominate internet radio for years to come, but the end of the nation is near.

To quote the great doctor of Seuss
"Don't be sad it's over, be happy that it happened.
"

God Bless The Jedi Nation,

DJ Jedi

I have enjoyed listening to your show for the past 3 years and its sad to see u go. but it has been good that I've got to know u.

U will be missed by everyone



Long live JediNation

love Star2008

bluestar2006 said:

it's been great getting to know you too

thank you Jedi

without you we would not have come this far.

p.s. u know what we mean.

-all of us here at The DownLoad Society
within this loveletter

Yep, it is a shame that your hanging it up.
But life has to take the lead!

Some of my favorite internet memories were of listening to your show,
talking with you and discussing the radio station.
Even though my personal useage of the internet comes and goes.
The 'the holy river radio' and now 'Emancipation radio' is one of the best parts of it!
It will always in be in my memory, I'm gonna have to tune in, one last time!

Best Wishes Jedi !

JEDINATION said:

will u still have your myspace page up

loveletter said:

it was fun, wasn't it

maxim9691 said:

hope you're doing well and thanks

bluestar2006 said:

time will tell, not sure yet..

ER won't be the same without you, Jedi. We're sad to see you leave.

Thanks for all the shows; best of luck in all that you do.


~esa

esa said:

thank you esa, you just keep that "little station that could" rolling and take it to the next level

WOW !!! Will miss u greatly dj. Enjoyed
ur shows. Thank u for sharing interviews,music,
the friends and ur horny toad.

U have done some great shows that made my wednesday special
and something to look forward 2

Even though I have only joined the fun once it was a exciting ride. Hope you luck and happiness on whatever you have lined up. Best wishes.

Toots

Question said:

Thank you Q, you've been a great member of the Nation

toots said:

thank you very much

WOW!
Your show will really be missed!!!!
I should have listened more often.

Take care master jedi. May the force be with you.

Soulsista said:

thank you Soulsista, YOU SHOULD HAVE LISTENED MORE !!! jk

Awwwww this sux I love your shows.

Thank you for playing my requested tracks some weeks back

Good luck in all your future endeavours and I wish you much success. Life is an adventure. Do not be a stranger on the org.

Take care and much love

luv4u said:

and I can not thank you enuf for all the support you and prince.org have given to me and to Emancipation Radio, I'm sure I'll pop in here from time to time

awww...
but if it's time to roll along, it's time...
good luck...
thanks for playin my suggested ones...
B-sides chillin'

peb319 said:

it's time to roll, but thanks for listening...

awww.. I'm gonna miss your show ..thank you for playing my set list I requested on your show ... well wishes and the best in life for you and your family ... take good care

It's nice to quote Theodore Geisel...
The DJ will always be in U, and when the kids are older...there's no telling what kind of direction they will go in...DJ's will never die...They have one of those professions the world will always need to mediate between the air and the ground.

I always wanted to go on the road as a light technician...I became a mother...and that escorted me down a road that I would never go back and replace with my dreams. Parents make sacrifices that may seem rough, but the time passes so quickly...looking back U will never regret being there for your kids...The records have an eternal shelf life...

Have fun on your adventure.

Easy to abandon ship when the tide is low. How many times have you quit now?

Jedi,

A salute to you...ALL LIGHTSABERS UP!

Good luck and remember, MUSIC is the fruit of the soul.

Peace and B Wild!

~J

Good luck with the next chapter Jedi - thanks for sharing with all of us listeners

This is really sad. I just started listening,and really looked forward to your Wednesday show,but I guess it's time for a change,

"Its time we all reach out 4 something new
That means u 2" ~Prince

Good luck in your new adventure!
[Edited 11/7/08 14:54pm]

Thanks for the music Jedi

Question Jedi, Did you save any of your shows ?
Because that would make a cool Podcast !

Thanks Everyone, I hope you can join us tonight for the show