While DIY is a very good thing I really do appreciate a little help from friends. For my new album I have teamed up with producer Julian Simmons, sound engineer Philipp Nikodem-Eichenhardt and fellow band members Cathi Priemer (drums) and pauT (bass). Whilst the biggest part of the recordings are now complete, I still need to record all the vocals, some additional guitars and whatever else that might be missing. Since all this happens in a fully equipped sound studio, and not just on my crappy old computer, there is quite some money involved and the record company is me, so unfortunately there is not enough cash to cover it all.
I do believe in quality so while home recording might be fun for those doing it, it's not always fun for those who are listening. I do believe however that everybody has got their skills and talents in life, and hardly anybody is a genius in any field. I know about my skills and even more so I know about my weakness so I turn those into strengths by surrounding myself with great people who help me realise my ideas. I'd be happy, and honoured if you too would become part of all that!
Here is what's still on my to-do-list in order to finish my 6th studio album:
* Recording of vocals, additional guitars, synths in London (March 2015)
* Editing, mixing and mastering of the album (April/May 2015)
* Album artwork and photos (April, May 2015)
* Printing of CDs, pressing of vinyl (June 2015)
* Promo for the new album (starting spring 2015)
You might have realised by now: The amount of money I need to cover all this does exceed the amount of money I am asking for by far so any little contribution is highly appreciated and celebrated! I know that times are hard so if you want to help but don't have a spare cash please spread the word and share this campaign!
If you want to support the production of my album financially please check out the perks I have prepared for you! I have put together a collection of rather traditional and fairly unusual stuff that you might be interested in.
In case you want to know more about what it means to record, release and promote an album, here are a few figures (net prices) regarding the recent production:
* Production, recording, editing, mixing and mastering: € 15 300
* Printing/pressing of 3 000 CDs and 1 000 Vinyls: € 6 500
* Promo AUT/GER: € 4 800
Not listed: Costs for artwork, videoproduction, presspictures.
To keep a long story short: Any given Cent is highly appreciated!
Thank you for your time and attention!
Clara Luzia
