KIM

1.  When did you first become a fan of Dashboard Confessional?
I became a fan after listening to their music and when I went to a concert in 2006. Went to a couple more after that. The 2 San Diego shows back to back in 2020 were the last times I saw DC.

2.  How has Dashboard Confessional affected your life?
I love the music. I love Chris. Love his down to earth ness. He brings me happiness.

3.  If you have attended a Dashboard Confessional concert - what was it like for you?
I love hearing the crowd sing along. And of course seeing Chris sing live upclose is so amazing and a dream. Everyone needs to experience a D&C concert.

4.  Any suggestions for what we can do/set up for Saints & Sailors Fan Club?
What is the online community?? When signing up I thought I was getting a message board to communicate to other dc fans or something relative. Maybe I'm old school haha. The only time I see community action is during the live chats. Which is my favorite part of the month and I love how he answers questions along the chat. And also sings a song acoustic.

Suggestions:
More limited edition merch for fan club members only to buy would be special.

For every referral S&S member during the month get entered into a drawing to talk to Chris for a minute at the end of monthly video chat. That way even just 1 referral sounds better than trying to get the most of the month winner, else fans won't even bother cause they know they won't get that many etc. I remember the previous video chats a while use to have fans come on. Maybe even a game with multiple fans who referred on the screen participating as a fun activity.

VIP giveaway each month leading to tour only the higher end fan club and if not near a tour city, a video chat. Fan of the month perk. :)

Auction for DC autographed merch. I would love to bid on a guitar. Maybe buy a new one he uses and auction that at end of the tour....or every month so more fans can get ahold of one.

5.  If you could give Dashboard Confessional a message - what would it be? 
Hello band. You all put on a wonderful concert and make great music can't wait to see the magic again.

Hi Chris. Thank you for being you.

I love the extra footage of you on IG. Feels so homey. Even tho it might be something small, us fans love it and makes us smile and remember about it later. My favorite is the airport "Brilliant Dance" with your reaction at the end. 🤣 These monthly video chats are awesome. Like what other band or artist does this?! We fans can communicate with you. Thank you for this opportunity.

Please keep making music and have a videographer on the next tour. Would love to see a future documentary of you to reflect on the past and til now. I volunteer to record you in San Diego or Anaheim. ;) Also the VIP is sold out...so if you have any extra on hand to buy so I can meet you that would be awesome sauce!

I can go on and on.

One last thing.

I asked Chat GPT to write a song about DC and it was quite interestingly good haha.

(Verse 1)
Sitting in my car alone at night,
Dashboard lights flicker, casting shadows just right.
The radio whispers melodies of woe,
And I'm lost in the lyrics of a story untold.

(Chorus)
Dashboard confessional, my silent friend,
You understand the tears I can't comprehend.
Through the highs and lows, you've been by my side,
As I navigate this rollercoaster ride.

(Verse 2)
Every scratch on your surface tells a tale,
Of heartaches, triumphs, and dreams that failed.
You're a canvas for my innermost thoughts,
A sanctuary for the battles I've fought.

(Chorus)
Dashboard confessional, my silent friend,
You understand the tears I can't comprehend.
Through the highs and lows, you've been by my side,
As I navigate this rollercoaster ride.

(Bridge)
Late nights and long drives,
With you as my guide.
Confessions in the dark,
Releasing burdens from my heart.

(Chorus)
Dashboard confessional, my silent friend,
You understand the tears I can't comprehend.
Through the highs and lows, you've been by my side,
As I navigate this rollercoaster ride.

(Outro)
Dashboard confessional, till the end,
You'll always be my faithful friend.