Natalie Gelman - FanFundedAlbum

Hi there! As you know I am (mostly) off the road and working on a new CD! I know you have been waiting a really long time, but trust me, it’s going to be worth it. I have an incredible batch of new songs, and I’ve already started working on them with two wonderful producers in Los Angeles, Charlie Midnight and Mark Needham. We’re going to make the best record we can with a great team of musicians and guest artists, but I do need your help. I want to realize my creative vision to the fullest and give you not only an amazing record, but also a music video for every song on the album and a deluxe, eco-packaged, and beautiful CD. I am trying to raise $20,000 for this project. I know that number looks massive, but as recording budgets go this is actually quite modest. It will help me cover the costs of recording, mastering, making the music videos, artwork and pressing the record. It adds up fast! I hope you’ll considering helping me, and I know you won’t be disappointed if you do. You’ll of course have the satisfaction of supporting a worthy artist and helping make the album possible, but I’ve also come up with a collection of handmade goods and services to personally thank you for your help at a variety of pledge levels to fit any budget. Thanks so much for checking out the project. Please consider spreading the word to people in your life who love helping, handmade things, have always wanted to visit NYC or have the city brought to them. With your help, I promise to make you an incredible record. Natalie
How to order * Through PayPal below each level * Through the mail Download this form * At a live show All Sponsors Receive * A sneak peak at songs in the works * Exclusive blogs/videos/photos and behind-the-scenes info * Monthly group video chat online at www.UStream.com * Exclusive contests (art, video, lottery, talent, photo caption) to win tickets, music, t-shirts and extras, be featured on the website and more thank you gifts. $25 – The Little Italy Cannoli * MP3 album download WHEN it’s released * Signed thank you postcard with a picture of me in the studio Click the frame to the right to view more information or Buy Now with PayPal. $50 – The Chinatown Knockoff * MP3 album download weeks BEFORE it’s released * Signed/numbered pre-release copy of the album * Signed thank you postcard with a picture of me in the studio Click the frame to the right to view more information or Buy Now with PayPal. $75 – The Times Square Tourist * One-on-one phone or video Skype conversation * And everything in "The Chinatown Knockoff" Click the frame to the right to view more information or Buy Now with PayPal. $100 - The Subway Musician * Handwritten lyrics framed on handmade, hand-pressed paper to the song of your choice * And everything in "The Chinatown Knockoff" Click the frame to the right to view more information or Buy Now with PayPal. $250 - The Williamsburg Artist * Handmade "making of album" scrapbook * And everything in "The Chinatown Knockoff" Click the frame to the right to view more information or Buy Now with PayPal. $500 - The Rockefeller * VIP treatment for two to a show of mine in 2010 or 2011 (US only) * Dinner on me before or after the show * Your name in the "Thank You" section of my album * 5 signed and numbereed pre-release copies of the album * MP3 download of the album weeks before it's released * Signed thank you postcard with a picture of me in the studio Click the frame to the right to view more information or Buy Now with PayPal. $717.85 - The West Village Bohemian * Sponsor a song and learn the story behind any one of my songs * 30 minute phone or video Skype conversation * Handwritten lyrics framed on handmade, hand-pressed paper to the song of your choice * Your name in the Thank You section of my album * 5 signed and numbered pre-release copies of the album * MP3 download of the album weeks before it's released * Signed thank you postcard with a picture of me in the studio Click the frame to the right to view more information or Buy Now with PayPal. $1000 - The Bronx Zoo * House Concert (US only) * Write the set list with me * 20 signed and numbered pre-release copies of the album * Your name in the Thank You section of my album * MP3 download of the album weeks before it’s released * Signed thank you postcard with a picture of me in the studio Click the frame to the right to view more information or Buy Now with PayPal. $2500 - The Radio City Rockette * Personal tour of NYC * Lots of delicious food all day (my treat) - OR - * Attend a Studio Session in Los Angeles in Summer/Fall 2010 * Have a meal after the studio session (my treat) Either choice includes: * Handmade “making of album” scrapbook with memories from our tour or session together. See "The Williamsburg Artist" above. * Your name in the Thank You section of my album * 5 signed and numbered pre-release copies of the album * MP3 download of the album weeks before it’s released * Signed thank you postcard with a picture of me in the studio Note: The sessions are happening in Los Angeles during the Summer/Fall of 2010. We'll work with your schedule to find the best date for both of us for either the tour or session. All expenses to stay and travel to/from NY or LA are your responsibility. Click the frame to the right to view more information or Buy Now with PayPal. $5000 - The Harlem * A song written just for you! * 3 conversations on the phone or via Skype to discuss and incorporate re-writes to the song * MP3 of your song emailed to you as soon as its done * A handmade decorated CDR of your song * Your name in the Thank You section of my album * 5 signed and numbered pre-release copies of the album * An MP3 download of the album weeks before it’s released * Signed thank you postcard with a picture of me in the studio Click the frame to the right to view more information or Buy Now with PayPal. $10,000 – The Strawberry Fields Dream * Come play on the album! * Performer credit in the liner notes * 50 signed & numbered pre-release copies of the album – brag to your friends. * Be the first person outside of my inner circle to hear the album! * A meal after our recording session (my treat) in Los Angeles * Handwritten lyrics on handmade, hand pressed paper to the song you worked on * Handmade, extra long “making of album” scrapbook with memories from our session together. See "The Williamsburg Artist" Note: This is happening in Los Angeles during the Summer/Fall of 2010. We will work with you to find the best date for both of us. All expenses to stay and travel to/from LA are your responsibility. Click the frame to the right to view more information or Buy Now with PayPal.	You need Flash player 8+ and JavaScript enabled to view this video. Descriptions of Levels
Add Your Message Aussie Pete Sydney Australia May 12, 2011 @ 5:48 AM Hi Nat What a great idea I will be contributing towards your new album. It is a pity that I will not be in New York until May 27. Have a great day. Aussie Pete Tuula Kima Harjavalta, Finland, Europe Dec 19, 2010 @ 3:34 PM Hello,Natalie! You sure have a (first?) fan in Europe, Finland, me! I am a 55 years old finnish woman, but I am very fond of your music. I have one daughter who is as old as you I suppose. I found your 2 years old video in You Tube where you sang O, Holy Night. What a nice voice you have! And I found a Swedish Christmas carol that sure suits for you and your voice. You can listen to it in You Tube: Carola Haggkvist has written and sung "Heaven in my arms" by her self. A Merry Christmas for you and a successful new year! Also I have made an album but only by hobby for my relatives and friends. You can find it in You Tube e.g. by the name Tuula Kima. I have sung mostly Finnish Christmas carols, some of them with my friend. We just are interested in singing. I am a Registered General Nurse and my friend is a doctor. Lion I's Ventura California Aug 24, 2010 @ 11:32 AM Amazed, good stuff, and good luck! Steven Beer NYC Baby! Aug 24, 2010 @ 1:20 AM Natalie, We are shooting "Jeremy Fink and the Meaning of Life" all over NYC. We are so proud that one of your perfect folk rock confections will accompany our special coming of age adventure based on the successful young adult novel. Please count on me for a Rockefeller contribution. My gut tells me that that you and your collaborators are making history. Your Subway Pal, Steven Amy Silverstein Ogden, UT Aug 20, 2010 @ 4:45 PM Oh Miss Natalie! I missed you at Red Rock and it crushes my poor little heart... I did however get some friends out there to show some love and support. I wish I had the cash to fund a good chunk of your album productions. I'll show some monetary support for you soon, love! If you're interested in coming back to Utah for a benefit concert, let me know. We're putting one together with John Allred as the headliner next month about this time. Much love! Your friend, Amy Silverstein Add your message: To have your photo appear beside your message: log-in or register. Name: Location: Message: Please type the text that appears in the picture below:

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