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Thanks for stopping by the blog
of singer/songwriter Dan Coyle;
I'll keep this little gem up to date
while on the road, writing,
recording,
and meeting my fans
at shows.
This may give you some
insight
into just how weird I can
be - and
all of the weird things I
enjoy.
There will be stories, poems,
rants, musings, and other forms of
writing that my feeble vocabulary cannot contend with. 

Hope you
enjoy!

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March 25, 2012

My Big 2012 Project
Are You Ready For Some Exciting News?!

The time has come: I'm looking to make a big leap in 2012.
I want to get a truly remarkable album recorded, including a vinyl.
An album that will be able to take us to the next level with radio play,
submission to television, film, and magazines. I know that we can
do this. Together, we can do this!

You can hear demo recordings of some of the songs that might be
included on the 2012 album. As they're finished being recorded in
the studio, you'll be able to stream them by clicking here.

My 2012 writing project is geared completely toward achieving the goals
outlined above. With good writing, dedication, a professional studio, and
some collaboration with excellent musicians, we will be successful.

This is what your sponsorship money will be put toward. The Plan:

  • Record a new album with songs selected for their purpose, the story they tell, and their ability to reach the listener.
  • Hire studio professionals and technicians to capture the highest quality recording possible.
  • Release a new CD as well as a vinyl record.
  • Collaborate with musicians to record full band versions of previously released tracks that are likely to be picked up for radio, television, film play. So far, some of the song choices include: "I Adore You", "Something's Changed", "Pelito Menagerie", and "C'est La Vie". More will be added as funding comes in.
  • Include a book of sayings and original poetry as the insert of the CD/vinyl.
  • Launch an intense marketing campaign aimed at getting reviews from reputable publications, play on radio, and submissions to television and film outlets.
  • Promote the new album with a national tour through the U.S.
Not only will your support make this possible, you will get truly amazing gifts! Everyone who donates will receive a digital download of the album at least 2 weeks before it's released. You can also get t-shirts, signed and personalized thank you notes, instruments I've used to record previous albums, one-of-a-kind poems, and more.

Recording will begin as soon as funding allows. The goal is to finish the album in time for a fall release.

So click the red button and get this party started!

I will be sending updates about funding totals, what we're doing with the money, etc, to everyone on my mailing list.


Here's where you can get involved:


If you would like to pay by check, email me for an address to send it to.

Sponsorship Levels and What You Get:

Shaker Sponsor:  $10
MP3 Album Download (2 weeks prior to release)

Kazoo Sponsor: 
$50
Signed Poster + The New CD Signed + Everything ⤴

Harmonica Sponsor: 
$100
Tee Shirt + Handwritten Letter + Everything

Ukulele Sponsor: 
$250
Signed Vinyl + Your Name in the Album Notes
+ Everything

Trumpet Sponsor: 
$500
YouTube Video Dedicated to You
+ Original, One-of-a-Kind Poem Written For You

+ Everything

Violin Sponsor: 
$1000
One Hour Private Online Concert (via Skype)
Followed By Q&A
+ Everything

Guitar Sponsor: 
$2000 (Available: 1)
My Reme Djembe (used to record the 2009 "Bliss in Motion" album) Signed or Unsigned + Everything ⤴

Grand Piano Sponsor: 
$5000 (Available: 1)
My 12-string Breedlove guitar (used to record my "Briar St - The Acoustic Sessions" album) Signed or Unsigned
+ Everything ⤴


*Note: Each Level Also Gets the Gifts Above It.

Email dan@dancoyle.com if you have questions