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Hey, we just got word that they are playing our song "Wow, I Can Get Sexual Too" a bit on KROQ in L.A...It's not only one of the biggest, most influential modern rock stations on the country, but it's also the station i used to listen to as a kid in my hometown of West Hollywood (boys town).

I used to try and request the bands i liked, and I was always so amazed when Saves the Day or Jimmy Eat World finally made it on to the radio. I hope you guys have a similar experience and that we blow up the spot on that shit with your help. Same with all of you in the rest of the country where this song is beginning to be played.

I know it's a love/hate experience to see your fav. band become popular or get on the radio waves but, honestly, 'tis better to infect the masses with good music rather then keep it to yourself. Maybe we can actually make a dent in the bullshit.
Call and request it, wherever you are, please.

-Max

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i dislike that kids freak out when they meet someone famous or semi-famous. such as a fan whose comment i read; she was absolutely freaking out through her comment. i absolutely love say anything; you guys are my favorite band. And i adore max bemis. <3 but a lot of the songs are making fun of scene hype, so in esscence these kids are making fun of themselves by giving into how fans in the scene should act; conforming. i know that rock stars want to be treated like real people with feelings, not marble statues on pedestals. and so, congratulations on getting played on a major radio station. thank you, as well, because ive been going through a tough time and your music has helped me out tremendously.

dear max,
i didn't know any other way to get in contact with you, and it seems you don't even really go on here either, but my name's rozanne, and i really hope you got the doodle monster i left you from warped tour in sac. you saved my life.

love,
rozanne

This band is amazing and they deserve to be the most popular band on the planet.

Hey, congrats on the radio play. You guys definitely deserve it.

I don't want to be one of those fans that's all "Hey, I want your body, you're so sexy, let's meet up. OMG at one of your shows, you touched my hand."

It's not about that for me. I just want you guys to know how much I respect you as artists and as amazing individuals.

I've written some songs, and I would love your input on them, Max. As one of my biggest influences in my songwriting, it would be an honor if you gave me some advice. Or just told me they sucked. Thanks guys. Keep up the great work.

I love this band. I think it was about a year and a half ago, maybe two years ago, I heard "Alive with the glory of love" on this music choice channel on our cable. I was immediately hooked and had to listen to more. Since then this band has become one of my favorites.
I only share it with those that I find worthy of knowing a band like this, really understanding. Not that I completely understand the lyrics as they were meant to be taken 100% of the time... but I relate to them in so many ways.
And in so many ways the songs by this band have lifted that heavy feeling on my chest that would suffocate me.
I love this band, I love the lyrics, I love the sound and the songs.

Next time you roll through my area I'm going to be there and I'll stand in line for hours just for a hand shake.

Max, you and this band are one of my BIGGEST influences, for music and to stay alive.

I can only dream that one day my band does the same for people. And maybe opening up for say anything Laughing out loud

I agree.
I think everyone should here such a kickass band like yourself. It's really cool to share and let others have the oppurtunity to hear you.

Congratualtions on it being played! Its an awesome station and Im really happy for you guys.

Hope you're doing well.
All my love.
xo Elle

im coming to see yall in a concert.

idk how yet, but i WILL get tickets.

ps. i totally love the lyrics to like...all of your songs.
and i wanna know how to get in contact with you guys.
ive never met anyone famous.

and keep up the good work. i totally agree with you on the whole thing about you guys being popular.
im tired of hearing all this annoying poppy bulls*** on the radio.
but if say anything were to be on the radio,
the world would be a much better place.
and all the world's radio listeners could die happily.
you guys have talent, and you're definitely not normal.
you should be way bigger than people like nelly furtado and such by now.

anyway.
i love you all very much

Hmmm.. I think it's absolutely hilarious when people hear a band for the first time one the radio and hey only hear the last verse of the song.. and all of a sudden they're an expert on the band, even if they don't know a single name of any of the members and they don't know the song, etc.

I remember the first time I heard ' Wow, I Can Get Sexual, Too '. I heard it on 107.9 here in Las Vegas. I heard it with.. Violet I believe so I called her to see what the song was and the band since I had missed the announcement. Next day I went out and bought the CD of '...Is A Real Boy' and '...Was A Real Boy' and I couldn't help giggling when I read the cover on how the CD was to help the adolescence find their emotional and sexual satisfactions (I believe that's what it said..right?)and that the CD was to introduce the world to Say Anything (I believe it worked: don't you?). Since then: I've been a fan. Never knew you guys had a website, though. Sticking out tongue
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It's a silly song. And you know it. I feel like you fellas are doing one of the better jobs "keeping it real", but shit, photo shoots with leather jackets and trendy bleached jeans. Come on. Don't get me wrong. I really like your songs. Your shameless self promotion is in the right place, I suppose. Something just feels wrong.

Alright, soo im obviously a SAY ANYTHING FANATIC!!

Ive seen them 6 times in LESS THAN A YEAR!!!
The LAST 2 CONCERTS WERE THE BEST!!

I Was up front for an FNX concert and boston. AND I SCREAM I LOVE YOU MAX BEMIS!
He Looks DOWN "Thank YOU"

I KNEW THIS WAS GOING TO BE AMAZING!!

WE ROCK OUT FOREVER AS ALWAYS!!
Then woe comes on..
LaDada Ladada La da da da..

ME AND MAX BEMIS WERE TOUCHING FOREHEADS SINGING INTO THE MICROPHONE!!!
AHHH IF ONLY IT COULD GET BETTER!!

AFter that, I See Him Just RECENTLY Nov. 1 In Providence, RI
yeah boston and providence are far but i love rocking out to good music. and say anything is more than that.

So its close to the end. song before last or the last song. I START CROWD SURFING! (i always crowd surf at say anything shows but this was differant)
I Get let down on the other side of the gate. and whos standing right next to me? MAX BEMIS!!

HE GRABS MY HAND AGAIN WE SING TOGETHER!!

After the show my friend Cassie Gets to MEET THE BAND!! NOT ME! SHE DOES! Because someone bumped her during the show or something like that. i mean great for her! SHE GOT TO MEET THE BAND! i was jealous but ive had some say anything glory.
she got a belt and a poster signed.

ANYWAYS After My EXPERIENCES I REALIZED I WANT TO MEET MAX MORE THAN ANYONE! AND I DONT MEAN THAT LIGHTLY! I MEAN ANYONE! People get pictures with him all the time and autographs. Screw that i just want to meet the man and shake his hand soo he knows who i am next time i pop up next to him singing with him. i read his blogs and shit that whent on in his life and shit. and i experience alot of the same shit, and sometimes i have anger problems but thats besides the point. i just want to meet the man that is my idol, and who has alot in common with me but doesnt know it.

IF I EVER GOT THE CHANCE TO MEET HIM IT WOULD BE CRAZY!! JUST TO SIT AND CHAT WITH MAX BEMIS!

Well FOR NOW SINGING IN THE MIX FOREHEAD TO FOREHEAD WITH HIM AND HOLDING HIS HAND DURING 2 DIFFERANT SHOWS WILL HAVE TO DO!!

I'm glad you guys are getting radio play from the big shots....Just wanted 2 say that ur concert during Summerfest was amazing and I was estatic to finally hear you guys live....ur debut is certain to be remembered and I can't wait to snag a copy of ur new one out in a weeks time...keep the provacative lyrics coming...see ya in Milwaukee

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