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Hello, it’s gone 2AM and I am feeling a tad bit self reflective and, or philosophic. I don’t know if it’s due to watching The Shining on DVD for the 4th time in 3 days. Or being a bit of a optimistic, crazy happy fruit. But I think it just needs to be blogged out, and in words. For awesome times, for you all to read, and because I’m so self “self-opinionated” and “patronising” of course (pun intended).

Lets go! So I am currently down in Devon seeing my family, its quite weird in a way to come home. Baring in mind I have not been home since starting University, which was 19th September. Overall has been nice to come back and see people and just chill out for a bit as I had like a crazy huge essay last week. My friend Josh - http://joshzoth.tumblr.com put the whole “uni-home” experience in perfect words, that really summarizes how I’m pretty much feeling too:

Its funny, I can’t decide where feels more like home, because home home is weird because none of my stuff is there and most of my friends are not there and it’s nothing like it was but London isn’t home because it’s just not, I’m just like in limbo. Fine.

So yeah, it’s going to be good to go back on Sunday. I miss the little crazy antics of sitting in my room, listening to music, talking to friends, and just living a bit of the life thing.

However coming back and generally mulling things over has really got me thinking. Not in a negative “"naughty word alert" my life, emo emo, blah blah” way. But more of a sense of realisation and optimism. It just has become really prominent of why I set off on this quest, or adventure, or mission of University in the first place. I did it to better myself and for the experience. At the end of the day I see it that I am doing the degree because I want to control what I want to do with my life. And part of that is the enjoyment and experience.

And even though in the past 2 months I have had my ups, and my downs, and in betweens. Looking back, in hindsight. It’s been pretty "naughty word alert"ing awesome. And I just feel that I am really looking forward to the next three years. And the experiences, people, stuff and everything that is going to happen. And in terms of being at University for my career.

I feel that given the sort of “hickups” I had in the past months with the YouTube account, XBLA, etc and not making videos because of being stressed and busy. Within the past 3 years I have done some really "naughty word alert"in’ awesome stuff that I allowed myself to do, because I worked for them. I have worked hard to get where I am now. And making the videos and doing the whole “games industry” stuff over the years has been so amazing and I haven’t loved anything more because it’s allowed me to meet some amazing people and do amazing stuff. And really I just lost focus with the whole kufuffle of starting Uni and stuff.

So basically what I am saying is that in terms of developing my career, and doing what I want with my life. And I know most of you know what that is. I need to get back on the horse, because I love doing it. I just enjoy, creating something that people can consume and engage in and be entertained by. And to stop doing it, after all that I have been through. Would be such a waste of myself as a person, and the hard work and everything I put into it in the start. And in some ways, the reasons why I am at University in the first place!

So! To summarize, my Games Industry stuff will be back on like Donkey Kong! So go check out the site! Links here - http://www.xboxliveaddicts.co.uk/ And the channel is here - http://www.youtube.com/t3hxblashow Let me know what you think!

Right. Moving on, as for other things. Like I said at the start of my self-opinionated and patronising manner. I just have recently with a few individuals had to take solus in the fact that. People change, sometimes for the bad. And the fact in life is you can’t change people. They can only change themselves. And given my situation and everything lately? I’m in no way going to compromise, and let myself be walked over. And ironically to go 4chan for a moment “haters gonna hate”.

But don’t they say? You really haven’t made it until you have a hater? I mean isn’t it just like a bit of a Trophy statement? Anyways all I know is that things are good. Life is short. Never say Never. “Eatin’ ain’t cheatin’” And some other nonsense I can’t think about! Oh and by the way if you have read through this and got a raging boner about how awesome I am. Feel free to follow me on twitter! I went off my Tweets for a while but now I am back on everything, with all the random crap I say. Here is a link - http://twitter.com/johnathonwaples



Anyway, it’s now 2:42 and I should really sleep! Love every single one of you so freaking much! Thank you for reading this, it means I mean something to you. And of course you mean something to me! <3 Stay classy xxx

THE XBLA SHOW IS GOING ON TOUR...

Do you like games?
Do you LOVE games?
Do you wake up every morning thinking..

"Gosh, I wish I could tell someone my story and opinion on the games industry" Well now is your chance...


IF YOU? have something interesting to say about video games. Whether its anything for example...



Why you love your favourite game of all time.
Opinion on the state of the games industry.
Unique and interesting gaming experiences.
Friendships made through playing games.
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Now is your chance! WE WANT YOU! Get in touch..


Early next year The XBLA Show will be going on a little tour around the UK interviewing some of the most recognised and prestigious members of the Xbox Community.

Which is where you come in! We want to Interview the most awesome, epic, interesting viewers of The XBLA Show and make sure their voices get heard in a feature length "Docu'ep" episode.

"So, how do I get in touch?" I hear you so desperately ask.......

Well it couldn't be simpler!

Drop an email to The XBLA Show Interviews giving us a brief outline of your story.

OR.. @ Reply me on Twitter here - The XBLA Show Twitter

The XBLA Show Episode 23 is here! Like it? Love it? Hate it? Let us know what you think! :D

Wow, exciting! Adult Swim UK Where kind and so gracious enough to feature us on their website!

So go check it out! Pretty cool huh?


http://www.adultswim.co.uk/mondo

So the new video is up! Finally! It took me an age and a day to edit! Well more like a 6 hour grind today with all the 150 different video clips in there! And not forgetting like 4 cups of coffee.

I hope everyone enjoys the video. I felt I was finally ready to do this, I had been thinking about a promotional video like this for a few weeks and weeks. But just didn't feel the time was right until now.

I needed to create a video that included emphasis on why I do what I do. And where things have come from and are going in the future. With the previous episodes included as a sort of personal reflection and insight into how the show looks and is like.

Acting as a sort of Show Reel to give people a bit of a quick initial feel and flavour for the videos I make without having to trail through every episode. Hopefully they can then get interested and check out the other ones on the channel!

SO! Not seen it yet? Take a look! Remember to watch in HD! xxx

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Some interesting numbers there! Steady potential growth? The XBLA Show to take over the world? I think so...

The XBLA Show - "We make Xbox look good, so you don't have too. Stay classy xbox live!" xox

So a few weeks ago I went down to Devon to interview this band called The Sunshine Getaway...Maybe you have heard of them? Maybe you have not, maybe you where just waiting to hear about this awesome band!

Well despite this, it happened! I first heard of TSG last year after seeing them supporting a band at a gig. Since then they have always been in the back of my mind as a possible band to interview for XBLA. But I just never got around to making it happen! So after many emails, and the info that they all played xbox. It all went ahead and happened and was awesomely awesome! And an experience that I will never forget

The band members are so down to earth in everything they do. They are friends and musicians that really have an amazing dynamic together which is reflected in their upbeat amazing rocky songs and great live shows. And it was a real pleasure to get to meet them all and interview them on the day!

So if you havn't seen the video yet! Why not! Check it out! Let me know what you think, like, comment, and subscribe!



So who do you want to see The XBLA Show interview next?

xx

And just like that we are back! The XBLA Show is back with some awesome, interesting, eye popping gaming news for your tasty nourishment! So make sure you go watch the video and check it out! Also, in other news, make sure you wait till the end. For a very, very, exclusive suprise announcement!

This is one you are NOT GOING TO WANT TO MISS! It's so exciting! So yeah!

Hope you enjoy it! It took me ages. Leave a comment, subscribe and I will <3 you longtime!

Stay Classy, and until next time...


See you on Xbox Live x

In 3 days time The XBLA Show will be 4 months old....

Exactly 4 months ago, I uploaded that first video of me driving to Ikea, talking about a couple of games I had written down on a scrap piece of paper. With this in mind I felt it was appropriate to have a sort of quaint reflection. And just outline my thoughts in where the show has came from, and what exciting things I have planned for the future with XBLA.

Most of you will know that I started working at Xbox Live Addicts for quite a few personal reasons. I have always felt passionate about the video games industry as a whole, in terms of a hobby, and a career path. This opportunity that I have had to combine my love for making video content, talking on camera, and video games into something so exciting, organic and creative. Has been really a great experience and unique opportunity for me, that I am really eternally grateful for. All the support and advice I have had, and feedback that I have relieved in the past 4 months. From friends, family and staff, has been nothing short of just absolutely amazing! I can't thank every single one of you who has watched a video enough. It's hard to explain how much that means to me on a personal level in terms of creating something for you to watch and enjoy. But with all that has happened, I just feel really humble and happy for your support along the way. You really do make it all worth while.

In the past 4 months, the videos had some sort of progression. I know some where shockingly rubbish, some where good. And one video got over 1,000 views. And along the way I got to interview some very interesting and awesome people. And at times I had a bit of a crazy time editing video for hours and hours upon end. Not forgetting the times when I felt I wanted to throw in the towel. And the times when I have had the unique and awesome experiences that I will never forget. Overall its been a bit of a roller-coaster ride.

At the other end, looking back now, I really feel that starting The XBLA Show may have been one of the more important decisions that I have made in my life. And 4 months on, after going through the ups and downs. I have no intention of throwing in the towel. Well not for a very, very, long time. The show has got to the point where I feel that I have found my own personal creative drive and unique flare to making content in my own way that reflects my creativity, and the user base, and viewers. And your comments make it all worth while! Even if you love it or you hate it. The fact that you watch the videos makes me really happy and excited for making another video, and another one, and another one!

So to the future... And beyond! The XBLA Show, will continue, for as long as it does. I love doing it, so there is no reason to give up. Even when there are some obstacles in the path. I will endeavour to keep doing this, another 4 months or maybe more! I know videos have not been as regular as I would like them to have been. For that I am sorry. However my drive and love to do this is stronger than ever before. The next big plan is to cover Sonisphere Festival 2010 at Knebworth, interviewing some awesome bands about their musical interests and their gaming interests. After then I am going to keep to a weekly schedule of videos, while including any exclusives, interviews, events etc on top of a video each week.


So.. To another 4 months!


And thank you again, you all mean so much to me.

Keep it XBLA

Johnathon Waples x

And just like that we are back... It's been a while. Feels good to be home. Well not home exactly. Well good to get the tasty nuggets of golden delicious goodness out and live for you folks to devour and nourish and sustain yourself with.

Anyway I digress. The XBLA Show is back, and I really think it is the best episode to date! So make sure you go check it out! Well it's got the best lighting of all the videos! My complextion and colour tones look so pretty! LMAO! What am I talking about? It's awesome, it's amazing. You know it makes sense! Lmao!

Any'hoo I am about to go into town to meet up with some folks and get milkshakes. However I had a massive hair malfunction this morning, wasn't cool. URrrghhh! Don't you just hate it when like stuff you do all the time, like goes wrong? I do...Sucks big stylie! And yeah...On another note! I started actually playing Xbox for the first time in like a month....Dont you give me that look! For your information! I have been busy. But after a like 4 hour session on Splinter Cell Conviction. I very much have firmly got the xbox disease back. Well you know, I've always had the gaming disease. It just can go away for a while. But it's always going to be there. Just takes a little HXC session to re-vitalize the xbox lovin juices a bit. I think so anyways...


So yeah..Stay classy. Don't forget to bring a towel. Get to the choppah! And all the rest...

Love you longtime xxx