It may only be 24 hours away but I’m starting my trek to the first ever Insert Coin Arcade Convention. It’s going to be an interesting weekend as this is the first major event I’ve been to since Summer of Sonic 2008 and once again I’ll be DJ-ing for everyone attending.

With the exception that this time I will be laying down some pixelated beats all weekend, the convention takes place 10am – 8pm on both Saturday the 18th and Sunday the 19th. There will be a hefty display of both Sega and Sonic music but also an array of Video Game music too – ranging from Tekken 2 to Pop ‘n’ Twinbee and everything inbetween!

So how can you get involved? If you’re stuck at home or in another country for starters show me some comments guys by replying to this blog entry! But you can also request music and shoutouts by texting 44 78808 66405 – that number will work no matter what country you are in! Above all it’s stadard rate so it doesn’t cost anymore than usual!

You will also hopefully be able to view the conventions events via webcam I’ve been informed, you should be able to find these on the official Insert Coin website. But like I say I’ve been told that’s happening so we’ll have to wait and find ot. If that doesn’t happen FastFeet Media will be recording a special arcade podcast with RadioSEGA and we will also begin filming for series 2 of SEGASonic:TV.

Yup, you read correctly! SEGASonic:TV will be returning shortly with a brand new look, format and production team. The Sonic Show isn’t the only show in town anymore!! With any luck I’ll be able to keep you up to date on our Twitter account if the Interweb works there too. But I will probably be busy most of the day so don’t expect a flurry of updates throughout the day – just enjoy them when they appear!

Unfortunately I must finish packing all the kit that is needed for such an event and embark on a “nice” 7 odd hour bus journey until I reach Northampton for the night. It’s going to be a exciting and retro-tastic weekend, so keep an eye on everything FastFeet Media and Insert Coin related to get the lowdown on what is sure to be a very unique event indeed.

Enjoy your weekend, I know I will! ~Graham ‘FastFeet’ Seward~