The Ascension show, the Guild Wars community show from The Sanitarium.FM, Monthly!

jeutie

jeutie

Ascalonian Squire

Join Date: Jul 2007

Wervik, Belgium

The Lore School [GWen]

R/

Yesterday was awesome dude

Lonesamurai

Lonesamurai

Furnace Stoker

Join Date: Apr 2006

Cheltenham, Glos, UK

Wolf Pack Samurai [WPS]

R/A

thanks man, I'll be posting up details for the full monthly show later this week, so keep an eye out for the details!

Lonesamurai

Lonesamurai

Furnace Stoker

Join Date: Apr 2006

Cheltenham, Glos, UK

Wolf Pack Samurai [WPS]

R/A

Ok folks, following from last months great show, this month we are covering the Presear community and those that just refuse to leave the idyllic setting of the past



Hopefully we will also be having some of the guys from Preasering.com and our very own DJ Acidrain who has multiple Presear characters talking about why people stay there and discussing recent additions like Nicholas and Yakkington

If you want to add to the discussion, or just want to request some great tunes between the chats, hop on IRC and join us and I'll be sending out invites to special peeps in the community to join us on air on our vent channel too

I'll also be taking chat questions and discussion points over Skype too, so add Sanitarium.FM and you can also chat to other dj's when they remember to log onto it during thier shows too

Yes indeed, The Ascension show LIVE!!! with your host, LoneSamurai!
Thursday 16th July, 9pm til Midnight GMT, 4pm til 7pm EST.

Click the link for your player to tune in:



Live request system both on the website and in IRC @ irc.sanitarium.fm 6667 #GuildWars for live show discussion

Tonight on The Ascension show @ www.sanitarium.fm

See you there

Lonesamurai

Lonesamurai

Furnace Stoker

Join Date: Apr 2006

Cheltenham, Glos, UK

Wolf Pack Samurai [WPS]

R/A

Changelog 13/07/2009

As most of you are probably aware, the server went down for maintenance last night. There were many reasons for this mostly to bring our different services up to date with current release versions to ensure that our security was up to snuff. I will go into that more at a later date but for now here is a brief change log of what i was able to accomplish last night and what still needs to be done

1) Server OS was changed (and upgraded) from Fedora Core 6 to Open Suse 11.
2) Our Plesk control panel was upgraded from version 8 to version 9.2.1
3) Shoutcast event logging and security was update.
4) PHP and MYSQL (as well as numerous other web services) were all brought up to date.
5) ftp access was updated and security was enhanced.
6) MySQL databases were restored from archives & along with the forums where updated.
(Note that the forum upgrades have had some minor TEMPORARY knock on implications).
7) New forum skin was implemented.
8) IRC was brought up to newest version, reconfigured and compiled to run on the server from source code (was tricky figuring this out on a linux distro i am not as familiar with as others).
9) WolfPackSamurai domain was also brought up to date with additional security and version fixes. As well as being brought online again.


STILL TO DO!

1) fix a small issue caused by additional password security in latest PHPBB causing main web site to refuse log ins after someone has logged into the updated forum.
2) Install new style sheet and skin from new Sanitarium.FM forum to website to bring website into back into line with the forum design and upto date.
3) create new logo for new forum skin.
4) re implement Anope Services for IRC and reconfigure IRC to put back name / channel listings.
5) upgrade and re instate WolfPackSamurai forum to working order while bringing it from RC7 to release 3.05
6) Get IRC back up and running...
7)Reset user Avatars and signatures on the forum or ask them to update again

all in all not a bad nights work for a single person
the web site and stream were down for just a few hours, while the forum and irc took longer to implement. However most services resumed around 4 AM EST (9 AM GMT). (that's about 7 hours in front of my computer) please bear with us while these upgrades are completed as once they are finished they should hold us in good stead for a long time to come.

Any comments, issues, etc please post here


Changelog 14/07/2009

The following of the remaining upgrades have been implemented

1) fix a small issue caused by additional password security in latest PHPBB causing main web site to refuse log ins after someone has logged into the updated forum.
2) re implement Anope Services for IRC
3) Get IRC back up and running... (irc.sanitarium.fm:6667)


still working on the other upgrades

Inde

Site Contributor

Join Date: Dec 2004

Whoa, nice Lone.

Lonesamurai

Lonesamurai

Furnace Stoker

Join Date: Apr 2006

Cheltenham, Glos, UK

Wolf Pack Samurai [WPS]

R/A

Quote:
Originally Posted by Inde View Post
Whoa, nice Lone.
thanks Inde, but i wish I could take the credit for the work, but it was all done by one of my best friends and the guy that runs my servers, Movian

Lonesamurai

Lonesamurai

Furnace Stoker

Join Date: Apr 2006

Cheltenham, Glos, UK

Wolf Pack Samurai [WPS]

R/A

The Ascension Show Rescheduled!
Apologies to all those trying to tune in to tonight's Ascension Show

The Sanitarium.FM had a domain name issue which we believe is a gremlin from the weekends updates happen and are trying to fix the issue right now, so we will reschedule the show for Saturday 18th July (in two days basically) at 9pm GMT (4pm EST) and we'll be live from Presear Ascalon ID1

Apologies again for the troubles and thanks to all those that tried to tune in and join us on IRC!

Lonesamurai

Lonesamurai

Furnace Stoker

Join Date: Apr 2006

Cheltenham, Glos, UK

Wolf Pack Samurai [WPS]

R/A

Ok, the forum is fixed and working 100% now guys, those that were trying to sign up on the station forum now can!

Inde

Site Contributor

Join Date: Dec 2004

Link dude. Link.

http://forum.sanitarium.fm/

Lonesamurai

Lonesamurai

Furnace Stoker

Join Date: Apr 2006

Cheltenham, Glos, UK

Wolf Pack Samurai [WPS]

R/A

heh, thanks Inde, but I thought there was already enough links on here

Burning Freebies

Burning Freebies

Krytan Explorer

Join Date: Jan 2008

The wonderful land of gift giving

[FoW]

E/Mo

orking 100%? Lol. Im know you meant working, but that just looks funny.

Lonesamurai

Lonesamurai

Furnace Stoker

Join Date: Apr 2006

Cheltenham, Glos, UK

Wolf Pack Samurai [WPS]

R/A

Hey folks, a VERY special show lined up for you all this month!

As most now know, for the good of the community, The Sanitarium.FM has teamed up with The Guild-Hall.Net as its official partner for the Ascension show and all things Guild Wars (although we all love Guru aswell)

Well, as some may ALSO know, TGH announced a week ago that they would be doing a complete refresh of the website, forums, etc with a new skin and other funky new features, including a new IRC channel (irc.sanitarium.fm:6667 #guildhall.net)

Quote:
Originally Posted by Virgil
Announcing the New TGH! - July 30th

For those of you who frequent this community of ours and have been observant, you may have noticed that something is afoot in the undergrowth. You know we're working on something. Something important. Something secret. Well for those who've patiently sat there wondering what's going on, wait no more! After months of hard work, the TGH staff is finally ready to show you what we've been working on, and we want to celebrate! On July 30th, when we unveil all our changes, we'll also be running an exciting in-game event and prize giveaway. If that wasn't enough to get you excited, we are also teaming up with Lonesamurai and the Sanitarium to bring you a special TGH Redesign Ascension show! Here's what's in store:

Website Redesign
That's right, the TGH you know and love is getting a full makeover - forum and main page alike. Staff members have shown tremendous talent and dedication in creating this new look, and let's just say you won't be bypassing the main page any more.

New Content
We've already given a sneak peak with recent articles like Dream Patch 3 and Looking Forward: The Future of Guild Wars, and we're committed to delivering fresh perspectives and ideas that a veteran community can appreciate. In addition to full length articles, TGH will be running several frequently updated mini-columns. Stay on the lookout - July 30th is right around the corner!

In-game Celebration
Join us at The Great Temple of Balthazar, ID1 on July 30th from 9pm-3am GMT, 4-10pm EST to celebrate the new TGH! We'll be running all types of party events, and of course, giving away a massive stock of prizes! More details of the event will be posted soon.

Special Edition Ascension Show
Join us in-game and on-air. The Sanitarium's Ascension show, the premiere Guild Wars internet radio program, will be helping celebrate the new TGH. Join the party and join the discussion! TGH staff and veterans will be on-air talking about the new changes and discussing all things TGH and Guild Wars.

TGH Guild and Alliance
We recently announced the official TGH guild - The Guild Hall and Friends. Looking for a great group of mature, veteran players? We're still actively recruiting, and we're eager to start coordinating more frequent events. Want to get back into PvP? So do we - join today!

This is undoubtedly the biggest change to TGH in years, so tell your friends. Come join our celebration, and see for yourself why TGH is still the number one Guild Wars community - see you all July 30th!

-TGH Staff
Anyway, to celebrate this, we're doing a full SIX HOUR Ascension Show to celebrate and you can join us both ingame GToB ID1 and in IRC! We'll also be having old and new faces from TGH joining us during the show and I'm told some funky giveaways by the guys at TGH, so lots to look forward to aswell as the request lines being open and lots of discussion!

If you want to add to the discussion, or just want to request some great tunes between the chats, hop on IRC and join us and I'll be sending out invites to special peeps in the community to join us on air on our vent channel too

I'll also be taking chat questions and discussion points over Skype too, so add Sanitarium.FM and you can also chat to other dj's when they remember to log onto it during their shows too

Yes indeed, The Ascension show LIVE!!! with your host, LoneSamurai!
Thursday 30th July, 9pm til 3am GMT, 4pm til 10pm EST.

Click the link for your player to tune in:



Live request system both on the website and in IRC @ irc.sanitarium.fm 6667 #GuildHall.net for live show discussion

Tonight on The Ascension show @ www.sanitarium.fm

See you there

Inde

Site Contributor

Join Date: Dec 2004

Lone, please send me a short blurb for the front page on the opening of TGH and the show if you could, with links included.

Lonesamurai

Lonesamurai

Furnace Stoker

Join Date: Apr 2006

Cheltenham, Glos, UK

Wolf Pack Samurai [WPS]

R/A

Guild Wars Community News





Community News – July 29, 2009
  • The good people over at The Guild Hall will unveil a massive renovation to their site on July 30. The TGH main page and forum will get a full makeover and will be shinier than ever. Plus, they're adding tons of new content ranging from full length articles to mini-columns. TGH will host an in-game celebration at The Great Temple of Balthazar, ID1 on July 30th from 9:00 PM to 3:00 AM GMT, 4:00 - 10:00 PM EST. They'll be running party events and giving away tons of prizes. Stop by The Guild Hall for more details!
  • Speaking of The Guild Hall, The Sanitarium.FM's Ascension Show will host the TGH staff for a special show discussing all things Guild Wars and TGH. Tune in to the Ascension Show on July 30!

BladeWind

BladeWind

Krytan Explorer

Join Date: Nov 2007

The Ice Wastes in the Underworld.

The Renegades Of Ascalon

E/

I attended the In-game celebration and had a great deal of fun, thanks Sanitarium and The Guild-Hall.net best of luck with the new site!

Lonesamurai

Lonesamurai

Furnace Stoker

Join Date: Apr 2006

Cheltenham, Glos, UK

Wolf Pack Samurai [WPS]

R/A

Ok folks, following from last months great show, this month we are covering last weeks skill balance and discussing the state of the classes in game and how we hope they will translate over to GW2

If you want to add to the discussion, or just want to request some great tunes between the chats, hop on IRC and join us and I'll be sending out invites to special peeps in the community to join us on air on our vent channel too

I'll also be taking chat questions and discussion points over Skype too, so add Sanitarium.FM and you can also chat to other dj's when they remember to log onto it during their shows too

Yes indeed, The Ascension show LIVE!!! with your host, LoneSamurai!
Thursday 13th August, 9pm til Midnight GMT+1, 4pm til 7pm EST.

Click the link for your player to tune in:



Live request system both on the website and in IRC @ irc.sanitarium.fm 6667 #Guildhall.net for live show discussion

Tonight on The Ascension show @ www.sanitarium.fm

See you there

Lonesamurai

Lonesamurai

Furnace Stoker

Join Date: Apr 2006

Cheltenham, Glos, UK

Wolf Pack Samurai [WPS]

R/A



Community News – August 12, 2009
  • Join Sanitarium.fm on August 13 from 9:00pm—12:00am (GMT +1) (4:00pm—7:00 pm EDT), for the monthly Sanitarium.fm live radio show, with your host Lonesamurai! They'll be discussing the August skill balance and how listeners think the Professions will translate in Guild Wars 2. If you'd like to join the discussion or request some songs between chats, head over to The Guild Hall forums for more information on how you can participate!

gnr rules

Academy Page

Join Date: Aug 2009

texas baby!!w00t w00t!

Order of the Phoenix [OoP]

D/Mo

so when can we look foward to september shows or october shows??i havent gone to one of these, and i think i would highly enjoy it...i can also act like a photographer for you guys if needed ^^

Lonesamurai

Lonesamurai

Furnace Stoker

Join Date: Apr 2006

Cheltenham, Glos, UK

Wolf Pack Samurai [WPS]

R/A

Ok Guys and Gals, after a long hiatus we are finally back and getting things back in gear and I will hopefully have the Ascension Show up and going again soon to cover all the latest news about GW2 and whats going on in GW at the moment too

Until then though...

COMPETITION TIME!!!

We have a bit of a competition going at the moment for a new look for the radio station...

I have a few prizes of Steam games and Game Time for various MMO's available as prizes (and flexible on those so anyone can have a go), but we are looking for a completely new design for the radio station website and forum and a new spangly logo...

As some know on here, we are a Gamer radio station and that means you guys are our userbase and this is your chance to make the radio station look better than it used to and stamp your mark on it, and also come away with some games and game time at the same time

The current website just isn't working for us and rebuilding with a new fresh look is the current plan that you can get involved with!

The Website : http://www.sanitarium.fm/news.php
The Forum : http://www.sanitarium.fm/forum/index.php

The current logo is at the bottom of this post, but that can change too, so start emailing your submissions and I will put them all up on the station Facebook page for all to see at https://www.facebook.com/sanitarium.fm

If you have any designs email to [email protected]

~Lonesamurai
Station Owner



Lonesamurai

Lonesamurai

Furnace Stoker

Join Date: Apr 2006

Cheltenham, Glos, UK

Wolf Pack Samurai [WPS]

R/A

Just a little update, the redesign competition will be running until June 30th and the winner (and honourable mentions) decided on and published on July 1st to coincide with the stations fourth birthday

~Lonesamurai
Station Owner

Lonesamurai

Lonesamurai

Furnace Stoker

Join Date: Apr 2006

Cheltenham, Glos, UK

Wolf Pack Samurai [WPS]

R/A

Ok ladies and gents, the competition is now over and I am looking through the entrants to see which would work and then hopefully picking a winner

More news soon

~Lonesamurai
Station Owner

Lonesamurai

Lonesamurai

Furnace Stoker

Join Date: Apr 2006

Cheltenham, Glos, UK

Wolf Pack Samurai [WPS]

R/A

Ok, Necro'ing my thread with news that The Ascension Show after a two year hiatus will be back the first week of May! Not only with me still DJ'ing the show, but also with friends, guildies and hopefully ANet reps on air with me!

Keep an eye on the station website www.sanitarium.fm for more info and also to the station facebook page (www.Facebook.com/sanitarium.fm) and Twitter feed (@SanitariumFM) for more news and dates/times of shows!

Glad to be back guys, cya soon

~Lonesamurai

Lonesamurai

Lonesamurai

Furnace Stoker

Join Date: Apr 2006

Cheltenham, Glos, UK

Wolf Pack Samurai [WPS]

R/A

Hey races of Tyria, the new Ascension show is back TONIGHT discussing the first week of the new world of Guild Wars 2

This week we will be discussing all the changes that have happened since the betas, plus the general differences...

Yes indeed, The Ascension show LIVE!!! with your host, LoneSamurai!
Thursday 14th May, 9pm til Midnight GMT, 4pm til 7pm EST.

Click the link for your player to tune in:



Live request system both on the website and in IRC @ irc.sanitarium.fm 6667 #GuildWars for live show discussion

Tonight on The Ascension show @ www.sanitarium.fm

See you there

~Lonesamurai