Category: News

Burning the Ground – April 2025 Fundraiser

Help Keep the Music Alive!

Hello, friends and fellow music lovers,

It’s that time again — our April Fundraiser is officially underway!

Burning the Ground is a labor of love dedicated to preserving and sharing the rare 12″ remixes, extended versions, and hard-to-find vinyl gems of the ’80s, ’90s, and beyond. Whether you visit to relive a favorite dancefloor memory or discover something new, I’m grateful to have you as part of this passionate community.

Every six months, we run a small fundraiser to help keep the site running smoothly and securely. Our goal this April is $1,500.00 — every dollar makes a difference.

Your generous donations go directly toward:

  • 🔒 Website hosting, security, monitoring, and protection

  • 💿 Purchasing requested records for future posts

  • 🛠️ Equipment maintenance and upgrades

If you’d like to support Burning the Ground, you can make a secure donation via debit card, credit card, or PayPal by visiting our Donation Page on PayPal, or simply click any of the yellow Donate buttons throughout the site.

No amount is too small, and every contribution helps ensure that BTG continues to bring you the music you love. The next fundraiser will be in October, so now’s the perfect time to show your support if you’re able.

Thank you all so much for your continued support of Burning the Ground.
Whether you’ve donated, shared the site, or simply stopped by to enjoy a favorite track, you’re helping keep this music alive for generations of fans and collectors to come. I truly couldn’t do this without you. ❤️

Much love,
Paul
Burning the Ground



Update from Paul: Good News on My Recovery

Hi everyone,

It’s Paul, and I wanted to give you all an update. I recently saw my doctor after surgery, and he assured me that they successfully removed the cancer from my left kidney. The margins around it are also clear, which means I won’t need any further treatment like chemotherapy or radiation—great news! While the chances of recurrence aren’t zero, they’re very unlikely.

I’m healing well, though I need to avoid lifting anything over ten pounds for the next six weeks and avoid heavy exertion.

I also want to express my deepest gratitude for the overwhelming love and support you’ve shown—through messages, cards, gifts, and donations. It has truly meant the world to me and has been a huge part of my healing process. I love and appreciate you all so much.

I’m looking forward to getting back to posting on Burning the Ground soon! At first, posts may be a bit limited as I ease back into things, but I’m excited to return.

I appreciate your patience, and I’ll see you all soon.

—Paul

Update

UPDATE!
I was discharged from the hospital last night and am now back home to focus on my recovery. Thank you all for the love and support—it means so much to me. I’ll catch up with you soon.
-Paul

“An Important Update from Burning The Ground”

Dear Burning The Ground Readers,

I wanted to take a moment to share some personal news with you. If you’ve noticed a slowdown in activity on the blog recently, it’s because life has thrown me an unexpected challenge.

Last month, after visiting my doctor and undergoing several tests—including an MRI and ultrasound—I was diagnosed with cancer in my left kidney. While this news has understandably been a lot to process, there is some relief in knowing that the cancer was caught early. My doctor is optimistic, and this early detection provides a positive outlook for my treatment and recovery.

On Monday, January 20, I will be undergoing a robotic partial nephrectomy to remove the cancer. This procedure is a step toward a healthier future. After the surgery, I’ll need about 4–6 weeks to recover fully. During this period, I won’t be able to update the blog, but I’ve asked my partner, Jeremy, to keep you updated on how the surgery goes and to share any relevant news.

Your support, patience, and understanding mean the world to me during this time. Burning The Ground has always been more than just a blog to me—it’s a community, and I’m deeply grateful to have you all as part of it.

Thank you for keeping me in your thoughts. I’ll be back as soon as I’m able, ready to dive back into celebrating the music we all love.

Love & Light,
Paul