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Gloryland sponsorship campaign begins NOW

I-40 west, Wilson county, TN, 2/19/11

Dear friends,

Spring is here. It is time to move. I have spent most of the winter eyeballing my situation from every possible angle and from all sides here is what I see:

I have what I believe is a great record “in the can”–11 tracks, 55 minutes, finished, ready for your listening pleasure. It took two years; Joe McMahan produced and did his usual excellent job. Along with regular band members Paul Griffith, Ron Eoff, and Mr. McMahan, special guests include Sarah Siskind, Steve Poulton (the Altered Statesman), Dave Jacques, and two guys that some of you know from their work with Lambchop: Scott Martin on drums and Ryan Norris on keyboards and celestaphone. Regina and Ann McCrary of the McCrary Sisters(most recently known for their work with gospel phenom Mike Farris) sing on two tracks; the fabulous Kat Jones appears on the closing track, One I Love.

I want as many people as possible to hear it, and hear about it. But I need your help to make Gloryland a reality.

With the collapse of many labels, retail record store chains, and most conventional music business models, the industry has been turned upside down. But certain things remain true:

I can’t reach as many people working alone as I can with a professional team of hired hands: radio promotion and press are still crucial for exposure and the overall success of a project. With this in mind I am starting a sponsorship campaign to raise needed capital to pay for the manufacturing and promotion of Gloryland. Though campaigns like this are often framed in language that suggests charity or donation, you are not just throwing me money. As thanks for your sponsorship, you will receive access to advance tracks/special merchandise/events related to Gloryland. If I were on a label, the needed capital would be supplied by the record company. (Well, “advanced” by them). Instead, as is the case with many (gladly) independent artists, I am asking for your support to help get this long-anticipated album released, and the good word spread all over this big ball of mud we’re all traveling on.

There are many different levels of sponsorship available; the thank you gifts range from a free download of one track from the album, to your very own house concert. And lots of other tasty options in between. Everyone who takes part will have their name listed on a sponsor appreciation page on my website (unless you prefer to remain anonymous). Sponsorships will be processed by PayPal; you do not need a PayPal account to participate. (FYI, we are using their “donate” option in order to allow for variable amounts of contribution for each level. Sponsorships are also processed separately from merchandise sales.) Please take a look at the options below, and don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions at: kevingordonmusic@comcast.net

If you don’t like PayPal, you can also send funds via check/money order to: Kevin Gordon Music, P.O. Box 60493, Nashville TN 37206. You will be sent a confirmation of your received contribution via email, or via postcard to your return mailing address.

This campaign will run through the Spring; estimated release date for Gloryland is May/June of this year, though this is ultimately determined by the strategies and schedules of the team involved. As a sponsor, you’ll receive regular email updates regarding album release date, shipment of your items, etc.

Thank you!

Level 1 ($5 or more): one advance download of one track from the album, your name listed on a sponsor appreciation page on my website*  Participate at this level

Level 2 ($10 or more): one advance download of the album with bonus track, your name listed on a sponsor appreciation page on my website* Participate at this level

Level 3 ($25 or more): one signed advance copy of the CD, one download of bonus track, your name listed on a sponsor appreciation page on my website* Participate at this level

Level 4 ($50 or more): one Gloryland t-shirt, one signed advance copy of the CD, one download of bonus track, your name listed on a sponsor appreciation page on my website* Participate at this level

Level 5 ($100 or more): All the items from Level 4, plus one special-edition CD of solo demos of most of the songs for Gloryland, which were recorded before and during the master sessions for the record. Each CD sleeve will be unique and handmade (with the help of a trusty iMac); your name listed on a sponsor appreciation page on my website* Participate at this level

Level 6 ($300 or more): Handwritten lyrics of one KG song of your choice, on acid-free paper, suitable for framing; plus all of the items from Level 5. Your name listed on a sponsor appreciation page on my website* Participate at this level

Level 7 ($500 or more): Invitation to dinner party** at my house (or another designated location) during the Americana Music Festival in Nashville (Oct.12-15), to celebrate the release of Gloryland, plus any or all of those items included in Level 6; your name listed on a sponsor appreciation page on my website* Participate at this level

Level 8 ($1000 or more): One custom-made, handcrafted songbook with lyrics and notes about songs from Gloryland; I’ll also record a 6-song solo set of my songs just for you; you pick the set list!  You get the CD, in personalized, one-of-a-kind packaging.  Also includes any or all of Levels 1-7. Your name listed on a sponsor appreciation page on my website* Participate at this level

Level 9 ($1500 or more): A solo house concert, just for you! Invite all of your friends . . . or don’t! (anywhere in continental U.S.: for other locations, please inquire); Guest List for Life; your name listed as an Executive Producer on a sponsor appreciation page on my website* (and in CD liner notes if donation is made before March 20, 2011); also includes any or all of levels 1-8. Participate at this level

Level 10 ($2500 or more): Band house concert (KG plus 2 or 3 others; within 500 mile radius of Nashville–others please inquire); Guest List for Life; your name listed as an Executive Producer and “Patron Saint” on a sponsor appreciation page on my website (and in CD liner notes if sponsorship is purchased before March 20, 2011)* ; also includes any or all of Levels 1-8. Participate at this level

Questions? Suggestions? Proposals? Need to customize a sponsorship package for your own particular needs? I’m all ears: kevingordonmusic@comcast.net

Please Note:

*= unless you prefer to remain anonymous; you must notify us in order to opt-out of having your name listed

“Advance” downloads and CDs will be available/shipped a minimum of 60 days prior to official release. You hear it before anyone else does!

If necessary due to unforeseen circumstances, we reserve the right to modify the thank-you gifts listed above. You will be promptly notified of any changes, and any modifications will be of equal or greater value than the original item.

**=Transportation costs and travel arrangements are not included re: the release party.

House concerts will be scheduled at our discretion, within 12 months after official release of Gloryland, in accordance with tour schedule.

3 Responses to Gloryland sponsorship campaign begins NOW

  1. GM Nielsen March 4, 2011 at 7:59 pm #

    I’m in for 25. Come up to New York!

  2. Walter Sartor March 5, 2011 at 5:06 am #

    I know in part what’s on that new CD and it is fantastic stuff! It has to be released and heard! We want to help! I emailed you my phone number. Call me tomorrow!
    Walter Sartor

  3. Rick Pittman March 8, 2011 at 4:37 pm #

    When I read on you site that the record was in the can awaiting funding for release, I was trying to think of a way to pitch in. I was about to suggest a prepay arrangement but this is even better. Good luck, I can’t wait to hear it.

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