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Stephen Stanley Band - NEW ALBUM 2023

Help us finish and release our new album "BEFORE the COLLAPSE of the HIVE" !

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Stephen Stanley Band - NEW ALBUM 2023

Stephen Stanley Band - NEW ALBUM 2023

Stephen Stanley Band - NEW ALBUM 2023

Stephen Stanley Band - NEW ALBUM 2023

Stephen Stanley Band - NEW ALBUM 2023

Help us finish and release our new album "BEFORE the COLLAPSE of the HIVE" !

Help us finish and release our new album "BEFORE the COLLAPSE of the HIVE" !

Help us finish and release our new album "BEFORE the COLLAPSE of the HIVE" !

Help us finish and release our new album "BEFORE the COLLAPSE of the HIVE" !

Stephen Stanley
Stephen Stanley
Stephen Stanley
Stephen Stanley
2 Campaigns |
Toronto, Canada
$12,225 USD $12,225 USD 128 backers
108% of $11,245 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal
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Before the Collapse of the Hive

Stephen here, thanks for taking the time to check out our campaign. The headline above is the name of our new record that we hope to have in your hands by summer 2023. Many of you helped us release our first album, "Jimmy & the Moon", and it's our hope that you will join in to help us finish and launch our new album into the world. 

Join the Hive

You may know me from my 23 years in Toronto band Lowest of the Low. I left in 2013 to pursue exactly what we are talking about here.

The Stephen Stanley Band is an indie recording project and this new album will be released on Wolfe Island Records.  As an artists' collective, Wolfe Island Records has a wonderful team of musicians to work with along with one of Canada's best producers - Chris Brown. Because WI Records is an artists' collective, all the musician's albums are fully and completely self-funded. 

As a young musician I remember thinking that recording an album was all there is to it, but in today's current climate, putting focus only on the recording is a direct line to an album that nobody will ever hear.  Our album campaign is aiming to raise funds to:

  • Finish the recording of the album
  • Master the finished track sequence
  • Manufacture CDs and vinyl
  • Promote the album to media and radio across Canada, the US and Europe.

To be frank, we can't do all of this without you and each of these steps are essential to releasing a record.

The Give & The Get

All told, we are looking to raise $16,000 to complete the steps listed above. For those of you who would like to know more about how the money is allocated, please reach out - I would be glad to expand on this. 

For those of you who would like to be in on the ground floor of this project, the perks include all the usual things like:

  • First digital downloads
  • First to get the CDs and vinyl
  • Bundles that will include components of the above along with t-shirts with the stunning album art designed by my daughter, Alisa Stanley.

Also, people joining in on the campaign will be the first to see the album art... but not yet...!

There will be house shows and full band shows available along with the opportunity to attend the advance listening party that will have some special guest performers along for the ride. This is going to be fun and I can't wait for you to see everything that will be available and to hear our new album!

With A Little Help From Our Friends...

The best part of our first album campaign was the sense of community that sprung up around the music. With listening parties and release shows, and so many messages and emails, it really became clear to me that it was no longer just my record, it was our record.

"Before the Collapse of the Hive" has taken us longer to make than we originally thought it would, mainly due to the pandemic, but our intention to make music with Chris Brown in his incredibly unique location remained intact and we persevered. Now we are almost at the finish line. 

The silver lining of the delay of the recording allowed for some lovely new songs to materialize and join in on the fun. So, there will be two songs on the record that have never been played live before. During the campaign, we'll release a couple of exclusive videos for YOU - our campaign team.  The videos were shot and directed by Simon Head on Wolfe Island and contain, what I think, are some really nice alternate takes of songs that will be on BTCOTH.

Stay tuned everyone. This is going to be fun! And I really thank you for helping us complete this. 

Vinyl Realities

One thing to keep in mind is that the world of music manufacturing has undergone a major shift in the last three years. Indie bands like us are experiencing extra-long wait times in the manufacturing of vinyl but we've decided to proceed with the release of the record and, when the vinyl is ready, people who opted into the campaign will be the first to know and receive. 

Other Ways You Can Help

  • Share this campaign on social media.
  • Email campaign link to your friends
  • Spread the word!

Thank you for reading and for watching the video!

 

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Early Digital Download

Early Digital Download

Currency Conversion $14 USD $22 USD (37% off)
$20 CAD
This perk puts you on the inside track. You'll get first dibs on a first listen. The digital download code will come to you before the album's release date. Since we haven't determined the exact release date yet, we can't say for sure when that will be, but we can say that you will be the first to know...
Included Items
  • Digital Download Code
25 claimed
CD + Early Digital Download

CD + Early Digital Download

Currency Conversion $25 USD $28 USD (12% off)
$35 CAD
You'll get an early Digital Download code PLUS you will be shipped a copy of the new CD as soon as they roll off of the production line. Delivery dates TBA, satisfaction level predicted to be very high!
Included Items
  • Digital Download Code
  • CD
17 claimed
Ships to European Union, United States of America, Canada
Vinyl + Early Digital Download

Vinyl + Early Digital Download

Currency Conversion $39 USD $42 USD (8% off)
$55 CAD
You'll get an early Digital Download code PLUS you will be shipped a copy of the new album on vinyl as soon as they roll off of the production line. Delivery dates TBA, but the vinyl is likely to arrive later than the CD and the official project release date for that matter, due to global production overloads.
Included Items
  • Digital Download Code
  • VINYL
13 claimed
Ships to European Union, Canada, United States of America
Hive Bundle One

Hive Bundle One

Currency Conversion $53 USD $63 USD (16% off)
$75 CAD
This is the full meal deal. The first listen Digital Download code PLUS a copy of the CD as soon as it rolls off the line PLUS a t-shirt with the "Before the Collapse of the Hive" artwork designed by Alisa Stanley. (Please specify your preferred t-shirt size with your selection).
Included Items
  • Digital Download Code
  • BTCOTH T-Shirt
  • CD
3 out of 40 of claimed
Ships to European Union, Canada, United States of America
Line Your Name Across My Heart

Line Your Name Across My Heart

Currency Conversion $56 USD $70 USD (20% off)
$80 CAD
Big Thanks headlines this big perk! You will get the Early Digital Download code PLUS Vinyl PLUS a thank you in the "Before the Collapse of the Hive" liner notes.
Included Items
  • Digital Download Code
  • Liner Note Thank You (Vinyl)
  • VINYL
18 out of 30 of claimed
Ships to European Union, United States of America, Canada
Hive Bundle Two

Hive Bundle Two

Currency Conversion $67 USD $77 USD (13% off)
$95 CAD
This is another variation on the full meal deal. The first listen Digital Download code PLUS a copy of the Vinyl as soon as it rolls off the line PLUS a t-shirt with the "Before the Collapse of the Hive" artwork designed by Alisa Stanley. (Please specify your preferred t-shirt size with your selection).
Included Items
  • Digital Download Code
  • BTCOTH T-Shirt
  • VINYL
13 out of 35 of claimed
Ships to European Union, United States of America, Canada
First Listen Party (Toronto)

First Listen Party (Toronto)

Currency Conversion $70 USD
$100 CAD
Your pass to a secret location in Toronto where "Before the Collapse of the Hive" will be played in its entirety for the first time. To be followed by a live performance by a local favourite (not the SSB in this case) to be named later. This perk includes 2 drink tickets per purchase.
Included Items
  • Ticket to First Listen Party
  • CD
19 out of 40 of claimed
Solo Hive Show

Solo Hive Show

Currency Conversion $422 USD $562 USD (25% off)
$600 CAD
Stephen Stanley, solo, acoustic at your house, in your backyard, at your favourite bar (arranged by you) or in your driveway. Two career-spanning sets including songs from BTCOTH. You'll also get the Early Download Code PLUS a CD PLUS your name in the thank you liner notes. Toronto + 25km or we'll agree on added travel costs based on location.
Included Items
  • Digital Download Code
  • Stanley Solo House Show
  • Liner Note Thank You (Vinyl)
  • VINYL
4 out of 8 of claimed
Duo Hive Show

Duo Hive Show

Currency Conversion $597 USD $703 USD (15% off)
$850 CAD
Stanley & Bennett have toured Canada & Europe so you can bet they'll be able to find your house or favourite bar (arranged by you). Two career-spanning sets including songs from BTCOTH. You'll also get the Download Code PLUS a CD PLUS your name in the liner note thank you section. Toronto + 25km or we'll agree on added travel costs based on area.
Included Items
  • Digital Download Code
  • Duo Hive Show
  • Liner Note Thank You (Vinyl)
  • CD
1 out of 6 of claimed
Strike Up The Band

Strike Up The Band

Currency Conversion $1,054 USD $1,406 USD (25% off)
$1,500 CAD
This perk brings the full band experience to your doorstep, basement, backyard or favourite local venue (arranged by you). Get your friends to chip in and let's do this! You'll also get the Early Download Code PLUS a CD PLUS your name in the liner note thank you. (Toronto +25km radius or we'll discuss additional travel charges).
Included Items
  • Digital Download Code
  • The SSB Live
  • CD
  • Liner note thank you - CD
2 out of 6 of claimed

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