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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.
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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
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