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A Quick Update on Burning The Ground

Hi everyone,

Yesterday, my hosting company notified me that we were using 99 percent of our 20 GB storage space. This was causing the site to malfunction and display an error message.

I contacted support and learned that bots had also attacked the site and that they had detected malware. Support is currently scanning the site and removing anything malicious.

I also upgraded our hosting plan from 20 GB to 50 GB. This gives me a little more room for hosting files. I will still need to remove older files from time to time, but hopefully not as often.

The new plan costs about $100 more than the previous plan. Yesterday’s charges totaled $426.06. That included $222.16 for the prorated hosting upgrade, since I had already paid for 24 months on the old plan, plus $203.90 for additional site security.

This is why our twice-yearly fundraisers are so helpful. Without those funds in our PayPal account, I couldn’t have covered these unexpected costs yesterday. Your support helps keep Burning The Ground online, and I am very grateful.

The site is currently viewable, but some features may not work properly while the hosting changes finish taking effect. Support told me this process can take 24 to 48 hours. I am holding off on posting new content until everything has settled and the site is working properly.

Thank you for your patience, understanding, and continued support.

Paul

October Fundraiser 2026: We Did It! Thank You BTG Family

Hello, BTG family.

We did it!

The October Fundraiser has officially reached the $1,500 goal, so I am closing the fundraiser.

Thank you to everyone who donated. Your generosity has covered the $422.14 two-year hosting renewal and will also help with the other expenses involved in keeping Burning The Ground online.

Every donation, no matter the amount, helped us reach the goal, and I truly appreciate each and every one of you who contributed.

I also want to thank everyone who visits BTG, leaves comments, shares memories, and continues to support the site.

The next fundraiser will be in April. Until then, it is time to get back to the music.

Thank you for helping keep Burning The Ground online and the turntable spinning.

Paul
Burning The Ground

October Fundraiser Update: We’re Halfway There!

Hello, BTG family.

I wanted to share a quick update on this year’s October fundraiser and thank everyone who has donated so far.

As of this morning, we have reached $750, which brings us halfway to the $1,500 goal.

I am incredibly grateful for your support, kindness, and generosity.

This year’s fundraiser is especially important because I need to cover my two-year hosting renewal, which is $422.14, along with the other ongoing costs involved in keeping Burning The Ground online and running smoothly.

  If you would still like to help with this year’s fundraiser, you can make a secure donation via PayPal using the Donation Page or by clicking any of the yellow Donate buttons throughout the site.

Please know that every donation, no matter the amount, truly helps and is very much appreciated.

Thank you again to everyone who has contributed so far, and thank you to all of you for continuing to support Burning The Ground.

I’m very thankful to have such a wonderful community here.

Paul
Burning The Ground



Back From Vacation… and Pride Month Begins Wednesday!

After a much-needed vacation, I’m back and ready to get the music spinning again here at Burning The Ground.

To everyone who has been patiently waiting, thank you. The break was refreshing, but I’ve missed sharing great music with all of you.

We’ll officially kick off Pride Month on Wednesday with a classic dance floor favorite from one of pop music’s most influential and enduring duos. Released at the turn of the millennium, this uplifting anthem celebrates individuality, community, and finding your place among kindred spirits. Its message remains just as relevant today as it was when it first filled clubs and dance floors around the world.

If you’ve ever dreamed of bright lights, big city energy, and the freedom to be yourself, you’ll definitely want to stop by on Wednesday.

That’s all I’m giving away for now.

See you then!

-Paul