For some reason, in March of 2008, Dr. Pepper announced they would give “everyone in America” a free drink if Guns N’ Roses managed to release their long-awaited album ‘Chinese Democracy’ at any point during 2008.  This marketing ploy came at a time when, like everyone else on the planet, Dr. Pepper thought a new album by G N’ R was as likely as a new album by all four Beatles.  But, lo and behold, the album came out in late November.  So Dr. Pepper tried to make good on their promise by putting a coupon on their site, which would be available to download for a full 24 hours.  So many people tried to download this coupon that the site crashed, and people were pissed. continue reading...