What to send

Pick your lane—any story helps

Short and sweet or deep-dive—send what you’ve got. We’ll curate submissions for clarity and length while keeping your voice intact.

A memory from the line

Where were you calling from? Who put you on? What did it sound like when the line was jumpin’?


A shoutout you remember

Drop the words, the vibe, the slang, the nicknames—anything that captures the moment.


A piece of LA context

Neighborhood, school, club, radio, crews—help place the story in time and space.


Receipts (optional)

Flyers, photos, tapes, screenshots, links—anything you’re comfortable sharing to support the memory.

How it works

You send it. We shape it. You get credit.

Submit your story through the form below. If we publish it, we’ll reach out for a quick fact-check and how you’d like to be credited (name, nickname, or anonymous).

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Before you hit send

A few quick answers so you know what to expect.

Can I stay anonymous?

Yes. Tell us how you want to be credited (or not credited at all).

Do you edit submissions?

Lightly—mostly for clarity and length. We won’t change the meaning or the vibe.

What kinds of stories are you looking for?

Anything connected to the 976-7070 era: first calls, legendary shoutouts, friendships, scenes, slang, and how the line fit into LA life.

Can I share links or media?

Yes—add links in your message. If you have files, mention what you have and we’ll follow up with the best way to send them.

Will my story be published?

Not always. We curate to keep the archive focused and respectful—but every submission helps our research.

Is this affiliated with the original service?

No. This is an independent community archive and revival project.

Submit your story

Drop your memory here

Include as much detail as you remember—year/era, where you were calling from, and any names or nicknames. If you want to be credited, tell us how.

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Want your voice in the mix too?

If you’ve got a message for the city—drop a modern shoutout and help keep the culture moving forward.