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Dillbilly's New Album!

Help me grow the album of my dreams!

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Dillbilly's New Album!

Dillbilly's New Album!

Dillbilly's New Album!

Dillbilly's New Album!

Dillbilly's New Album!

Help me grow the album of my dreams!

Help me grow the album of my dreams!

Help me grow the album of my dreams!

Help me grow the album of my dreams!

Dei Dill
Dei Dill
Dei Dill
Dei Dill
1 Campaign |
Oakland, United States
$13,430 USD 206 backers
44% of $30,000 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal
Overview
After releasing 9 albums (mostly) on my own, I decided to do something special for my 10th release! I'm raising money to be able to go into a professional studio where I will get to work with incredible musicians and the phenomenal JULIE WOLF as my producer. This is literally a dream come true for me and I'm so excited to share what we create! Please help me grow this dream album by making a contribution or sharing this campaign! Thank you for "bee"-ing a part of this!

The Dream

Folks call me Dei, Denise, and most recently Dillbilly. Since writing my first song at age 15 to impress a crush, my passion for music has grown into over 300 songs, 9 albums, and 1 original soundtrack for film.  I've played my heart out across this country for over 20 years and during that time I’ve produced most of my own albums.

I’m ready to record my TENTH release and Julie Wolf, of Julie Wolf Music, has agreed to produce this record. Having a visionary like Julie on board for this project is a dream come true. Funding this campaign will allow us to make the dream a reality, bringing in stellar musicians and experienced engineers to give life to my songs in a new way.  

We are excited to bring this work into the beautiful  25th Street Recording  in Oakland, California and Bird & Egg Studio in Richmond, CA. We aim to to start recording in November 2018 and release the record in mid-late 2019. 

The Roots

My past records were released under my birth name, Denise Dill, but when I moved to the Bay Area from Maine 5 years ago, I decided to rename my musical self.  The name Dillbilly emerged and with it came freedom from the confines of gender. Moreover, it’s an ode to where I come from in Southern Indiana.  It means midwestern charm, country music, farming, working class sense of humor, and the complexities of being white and queer in a red state. My values may not align with some of the most conservative parts of where I come from, but it is a piece of what shaped me and I hold responsibility for that in my music and in my actions.

When I moved to the Bay, I was introduced to phenomenal artists who have sparked new life in me creatively. From my time as “Christie McVie” in the San Francisco cover band Fleetwood Macrame, or a “jerk” in the 50s and 60s dance/doo wop band Jenni and the Jerks, to my collaboration with Anita Lofton in our folk duo Gussie and Grits, I have learned that there is no end to the possibilities of growth as an artist. Currently I’m honored to be in collaboration with members of my band that include: Rhonda Kinard, Jenni Willow Cleary, Kofy Brown, and Jesse Strauss who are some of the most talented and lovely people on this earth.

The Numbers

I am raising a total of $30,000.

Here is a breakdown of exactly where the funds will be going:

  • Producer and Studio (Tracking/Overdubs/Editing/Mixing):  $20,000
  • Musicians: $9,650
  • Piano tuning: $150
  • Rehearsal space: $200

I'm really excited about some of the perks I'm offering as a part of this campaign. Early bird copies, limited edition Vinyl, voice lessons, YOUR NAME in the liner notes of the album, song requests, house shows, dinner parties, and a song composed just for you! 

 

The Ways You Can Help

Any contribution helps, no matter how small or large. If you are not in a position to donate, sharing this campaign would be a HUGE help! Posting on social media and sending personal emails to folks who might be interested helps make campaigns like this successful.

You can use IndieGoGo's share tools to help spread the word on social media by scrolling up to the top of the page.

As a genderqueer musician and organizer, I know that community is what makes our passions possible. I’d be honored to have your support on this incredible journey. With your contributions, we can continue moving forward with pre production and start getting some dates on the calendar at the studio to track the record. I used to record my albums alone, but this album will be made through community with donations and support from all of you.

Thank you for all of your love and support now and over the years!

Musically, 
D

Recognition & Credits:

 

Campaign Video by: 

Dillbilly

 

Campaign Photo by:

Rhonda Kinard

 

Campaign Video appearances:

Rhonda Kinard

Kofy Brown

Julie Wolf

Jesse Strauss

Squeak (Mika Anami)

Jenni Willow

Mary Tilson (KPFA RADIO)

Ari Langer

 

Fundraising Saint and Emotional Support: 

Femminary

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Limited Edition T-shirt
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Limited Edition T-shirt

$50 USD
Limited edition Dillbilly T-shirt!
Included Items
  • Digital Album Download Link
  • Dillbilly sticker
  • Public shout out!
  • DILLBILLY T-SHIRT
Estimated Shipping
March 2019
27 out of 35 of claimed
Ships worldwide.
BUZZ: Digital First Listen

BUZZ: Digital First Listen

$15 USD
You will receive an exclusive digital download of the album before its released to the public, a shout out on social media, and a dillbilly sticker!
Included Items
  • Digital Album Download Link
  • Dillbilly sticker
  • Public shout out!
Estimated Shipping
May 2019
27 out of 40 of claimed
POLLEN: CD First Listen!

POLLEN: CD First Listen!

$25 USD
You will receive a SIGNED physical copy of the album on CD + an exclusive digital download of the album before it's released to the public, shout out on social media, and a Dillbilly sticker!
Included Items
  • Digital Album Download Link
  • Signed Copy of Album on CD
  • Dillbilly sticker
  • Public shout out!
Estimated Shipping
May 2019
40 out of 100 of claimed
Ships worldwide.
NECTAR: Vinyl First Listen!

NECTAR: Vinyl First Listen!

$50 USD
You will receive a SIGNED copy of the album on Limited Edition Vinyl + an exclusive digital download of the album before it's released to the public, a shout out on social media, and a Dillbilly sticker!
Included Items
  • Digital Album Download Link
  • Signed Copy of Album on Vinyl
  • Dillbilly sticker
  • Public shout out!
Estimated Shipping
May 2019
23 out of 50 of claimed
Ships worldwide.
WORKER BEE: First Listen Combo

WORKER BEE: First Listen Combo

$75 USD
You will receive a SIGNED copy of the album on Limited Edition Vinyl + CD plus an exclusive digital download of the album before it's released to the public, a shout out on social media, and a Dillbilly sticker!
Included Items
  • Digital Album Download Link
  • Signed Copy of Album on CD
  • Signed Copy of Album on Vinyl
  • Dillbilly sticker
  • Public shout out!
Estimated Shipping
May 2019
15 out of 50 of claimed
Ships worldwide.
BEEHIVE: Liner credit + CD

BEEHIVE: Liner credit + CD

$175 USD
YOUR NAME! in the liner note of the album plus a SIGNED copy of the album on CD + an exclusive digital download of the album before it's released to the public, a shoutout on social media, and a Dillbilly sticker
Included Items
  • Digital Album Download Link
  • Signed Copy of Album on CD
  • Credit in Liner note of record
  • Dillbilly sticker
  • Public shout out!
Estimated Shipping
May 2019
2 out of 10 of claimed
Ships worldwide.
Dog Training: (Bay Area Only)

Dog Training: (Bay Area Only)

$175 USD
Whether your dog is doing things you wish she wouldn’t, or not doing things you wish she would, Karin can help. This is an initial training consult. Includes everything in POLLEN. Karin is positive reinforcement only! Visit: http://petagogydogtrainingoakland.com and click "Little Paw's Academy"
Included Items
  • Digital Album Download Link
  • Signed Copy of Album on CD
  • Dillbilly sticker
  • Public shout out!
  • Dog Training with Karin Linden
Estimated Shipping
May 2019
0 out of 3 of claimed
HONEY: Handwritten lyrics

HONEY: Handwritten lyrics

$200 USD
HANDWRITTEN, SIGNED LYRICS to any song I've written on high quality paper with a personalized dedication. Suitable for framing! This is a great reward if there's a song that has special meaning for you or someone you know. Plus everything in POLLEN.
Included Items
  • Digital Album Download Link
  • Signed Copy of Album on CD
  • Dillbilly sticker
  • Public shout out!
  • Handwritten Lyrics
2 claimed
HUMMINGBIRD: Song request

HUMMINGBIRD: Song request

$250 USD
Video of Dillbilly playing a song of choice (original or cover, with dedication, if desired) + everything in POLLEN.
Included Items
  • Digital Album Download Link
  • Signed Copy of Album on CD
  • Dillbilly sticker
  • Public shout out!
  • Song dedication video
Estimated Shipping
June 2019
1 out of 10 of claimed
Ships worldwide.
SWARM: House or skype show

SWARM: House or skype show

$350 USD
House show at your home (BAY AREA ONLY, unless you want to fly me to you:) OR one hour skype show. If you have specific songs in mind I will craft the show to your choosing, otherwise I will sernade you for an hour with songs of my choosing! PLUS everything in POLLEN.
Included Items
  • Digital Album Download Link
  • Signed Copy of Album on CD
  • Dillbilly sticker
  • Public shout out!
  • House or skype show (ONE HOUR)
Estimated Shipping
June 2019
3 out of 4 of claimed
Ships worldwide.
ROYAL JELLY: Original song

ROYAL JELLY: Original song

$1,000 USD
I will compose an original song (separate from the album) for you about a subject of your choice. I will coordinate with you personally PLUS everything in the BEEHIVE!
Included Items
  • Digital Album Download Link
  • Signed Copy of Album on CD
  • Credit in Liner note of record
  • Original song composed for you
  • Dillbilly sticker
  • Public shout out!
Estimated Shipping
May 2019
0 out of 5 of claimed
Ships worldwide.
BUMBLEBEE: Sponsor credit

BUMBLEBEE: Sponsor credit

$5,000 USD
SPONSOR/PATRON CREDIT on the record AND in the first music video! HANDWRITTEN, SIGNED LYRICS to any one song of your choosing that I've written on high quality paper with a personalized dedication. Suitable for framing! Plus everything in the WORKER BEE!
Included Items
  • Digital Album Download Link
  • Signed Copy of Album on CD
  • Signed Copy of Album on Vinyl
  • Dillbilly sticker
  • Public shout out!
  • Handwritten Lyrics
  • Sponsor credit on album
Estimated Shipping
June 2019
0 out of 2 of claimed
Ships worldwide.
BEEKEEPER: Personal dedication

BEEKEEPER: Personal dedication

$10,000 USD
A personal dedication to you or someone you love in the liner notes PLUS everything in the BUMBLE BEE!
Included Items
  • Digital Album Download Link
  • Signed Copy of Album on CD
  • Signed Copy of Album on Vinyl
  • Dillbilly sticker
  • Public shout out!
  • Personal Dedication on Album
  • Sponsor credit on album
Estimated Shipping
June 2019
0 out of 1 of claimed
Ships worldwide.
HONEYCOMB: Graphic Design
sold out

HONEYCOMB: Graphic Design

$100 USD
Estimated Shipping
June 2019
4 out of 4 of claimed
Ships worldwide.
QUEEN BEE: Vocal Lesson + CD
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QUEEN BEE: Vocal Lesson + CD

$150 USD
Estimated Shipping
May 2019
1 out of 1 of claimed
Ships worldwide.
Ceramic Bee:  (Bay Area Only)
sold out

Ceramic Bee: (Bay Area Only)

$275 USD
Estimated Shipping
May 2019
1 out of 1 of claimed
BEE GARDEN: Dinner & Show
sold out

BEE GARDEN: Dinner & Show

$500 USD
Estimated Shipping
August 2019
2 out of 2 of claimed
Ships worldwide.

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