The Generous Friends Project 2011: Become My Record Label

The time has come to make my 5th album- I can hardly believe it! As an independent artist, the thought of raising the $30,000 plus needed to record and promote a new CD is overwhelming to say the least. When I recorded “Orchid,” the support I received from all you generous friends out there was humbling. So, here we go again! We’re off to an amazing start, and every dollar counts.

Below you will find the partnership perks and incentives… I really worked hard to make these different and fun this time around. When you are ready to become a Generous Friend, just click the “Donate” icon. If you’d prefer to send a check via snail mail, the best address is: P.O. Box 60512, Oklahoma City, OK, 73146- checks made payable to K.C. Clifford.

Thank you for reading this and for coming along this ride with me to make a record!

$10 or more: A download of the album before it’s released

$25 or more: An advance signed hard copy of the album mailed to you+ the pre-release download

$50 or more: Special Edition “Generous Friends” T-shirt and Sticker + an advance signed hard copy of the album + the pre-release download

$75 or more: A CD of 4 previously unreleased acoustic songs + the t-shirt/sticker + the signed CD + the pre-release download

$100 or more: Framed one-of-a-kind hand-written lyrics to the K.C. song of your choice + 4 previously unreleased songs on CD + the t-shirt/sticker + the signed CD + the pre-release download

$150 or more: Hand-crafted one-of-a-kind Journal made by me + framed hand-written lyric sheet + 4 previously unreleased songs on CD + the t-shirt/sticker + the signed CD + the pre-release download

$250 or more: Skype Concert or Music Lesson or Chat! I’ll play you songs or chat or tell you stories or teach you harmonies/guitar parts/dulcimer hack tricks for half an hour! + framed hand-written lyric sheet + 4 previously unreleased songs on CD + the t-shirt/sticker + the signed CD + the pre-release download (If you’re local, we can meet in person instead of Skype)

$250 or more: I will personally create a one-of-a-kind hand-crafted book with the story, lyrics and inspiration for each of the songs on the new album + Handmade Journal + 4 previously unreleased songs on CD + the t-shirt/sticker + the signed CD + the pre-release download

$500 or more: “Video Killed the Radio Star”

I will create a DVD consisting of 3 song performances and 3 stories of your choosing and a personal shout-out just for you. (The stories do not have to correspond with your song choices but of course they can) + PICK ONE: Handmade Journal or Framed Lyric Sheet or Skype Date PLUS ALL THIS: 4 previously unreleased songs on CD + the t-shirt/sticker + the signed CD + the pre-release download

$500 or more: “I’m With the Band” VIP Concert Experience

You and a friend will have VIP Treatment including concert tickets for two, VIP sound-check access, a special pre-show dinner with the band, green room hang time, help me make the set list, pictures and a from-stage song dedication just for you (Travel not included) + PICK ONE: Handmade Journal or Framed Lyric Sheet or Skype Date PLUS ALL THIS: 4 previously unreleased songs on CD + the t-shirt/sticker + the signed CD + the pre-release download

$750 or more: “Tour of Homes”

That’s right. I will come to your house and play an unplugged concert in your living room or backyard for you and your friends. This is a wonderful way to share the music with those around you! It’s your concert, so you will receive set-list song consideration. (Please allow time for scheduling. If you are very far away from Oklahoma, let’s talk. As much as we tour, I’m sure we can work something out.) + PICK ONE: Handmade Journal or Framed Lyric Sheet PLUS ALL THIS: The DVD + 4 previously unreleased songs on CD + the t-shirt/sticker + the signed CD + the pre-release download

$1000 or more: “This Song’s For YOU”

Yep. Your Very Own Song, written and recorded by me. Have you ever wished you could give a song as a gift for someone you love? Do you just want to say, “That song is about me.” Now’s your chance! You never know what can happen with this one. “Just In Case” was a custom song from the last Generous Friends Project!

PLUS ALL THIS: the album story book + handmade journal + framed lyric sheet + the Skype Date + the DVD + 4 previously unreleased songs on CD + the t-shirt/sticker + the signed CD + the pre-release download

$1500 or more: “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner?”

You and 3 friends will be my personal guests at a dinner party in my home. I love to entertain, and will pull out all the stops for you. Join David and I for a lovely meal and conversation and then cap the night off with a 30 minute concert of songs you choose + the album story book + handmade journal + framed lyric sheet + the DVD + 4 previously unreleased songs on CD + the t-shirt/sticker + the signed CD + the pre-release download

$2500 or more: “Rock Star for the Day”

Join me in the recording studio for an exclusive inside look at the making of my new album. You’ll get to hang in the control room and hear the songs before anyone else as they are being created.  We’ll even buy you lunch. This deal also comes with a never before offer: You will be a part of the recording. It might be some claps or percussion or possibly even a background vocal part. The particulars are at the discretion of Will Hunt, the producer, but you have my word: YOU WILL BE ON THE RECORDING!!! (Travel expenses not included) + the album story book + handmade journal + framed lyric sheet + the Skype Date + the DVD + 4 previously unreleased songs on CD + the t-shirt/sticker + the signed CD + the pre-release download

$3000 or more: What do you want?

If you’re passionate enough about my music to give at this level, you’re most likely not in it for the prizes. Let’s talk. I am over-the-moon thankful for your support and belief. What can I do to show my gratitude to you?

The Orchid Story: Generous Friends

A collective of fans brought together by a shared passion for seeing K.C. Clifford’s music and story reach a greater audience. The year 2009 saw these Generous Friends going above and beyond. K.C.’s fans donated to her Become a Record Label Project, raising over $20,000 and thereby enabling K.C. to create her new break-out album, “Orchid.”

The amazingly Generous Friends who partnered in the “Become a Record Label” project  are:

Dawn Burroughs & Rodney Bivens, Paul & Kelly Pearson, Pat & Bill Russell, Kristen Bailey, Henry & Maureen Kelpe, Brian & Pam Kalinec, Nathan Gunter & Brian Stephens, Kim & Shelby Brown, Ali & Shawn Johnson, Leah Warshawski, Brandy & Brantley White, Ashara Stansfield, Jamie, Larry & Tessa Williams, Chelsee Truesdell, Gary Thompson, Cam & Margaret McLain, Ken & Leslie Gray, Veronica Leigh White, & Rhonda Sparks.

In the coming months, stay tuned as an exclusive place will be opened online just for the enjoyment of the Generous Friends. If you are interested in being a part of this family of fans, please sign up below. Be the first to know about K.C. Clifford happenings, access to songs as they’re written and exclusive Generous Friends downloads. You’ll also find out ways you can be a part of the Street Team- mobilizing in your city to expose more music lovers to the K.C. Clifford experience.

Note: The GENEROUS FRIENDS list is a NOT the same as K.C.’s regular email list!

Sign up today to join with other fans and help spread K.C. Clifford’s music to the world: