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I'm raising money to make a new album, featuring original and traditional Chicago blues songs and some of my friends!

Hi, I'm Lydia. I've been touring, writing and recording since 2000, while I was still in high school. Since then, I've opened for B.B. King, Buddy Guy, Little Feat, released five albums and played everywhere from Amsterdam to Beirut- all without management, a booking agent, a label or a trust fund. :)

I last recorded in 2009. I've grown tremendously since then, and I dream of recording a blues album with musicians I've met along the way. People keep asking when I'll be recording again, but as a full time student and musician, I just don't have the funds. I'm hoping you can help facilitate the recording and release "Lydia Warren & Friends!" 

Everyone knows recording ain't cheap. Below is a breakdown of the minimum expenses one needs to record an album.

Studio time $1000+
Musicians $1000+
Mixing $500
Mastering $700
Artwork $250
Duplication $400+
Publicity $1000
Posters $250
Promo Photos $250
Travel/Tour Support $250-1000

To make "Lydia Warren & Friends," I'll need about $6000. I'm asking you to help me get started by raising $2800. A donation in any amount helps! The more funding I receive, the better quality the album will be and the more friends I can have on the recording! I look forward to making music for you! :)

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  • Pledge $1 or more

    1 backer

    Thank you! Every dollar helps :)

    Estimated delivery: Jul 2012
  • Pledge $3 or more

    0 backers

    For a $3 donation you'll get a shout out on Twitter and Facebook!

    Estimated delivery: Jul 2012
  • Pledge $7 or more

    9 backers

    For $7, you can enjoy a full digital download of the new album upon completion. Yay!

    Estimated delivery: Jan 2013
  • Pledge $15 or more

    1 backer

    I will dance like a jerk on stage or on a YouTube video. Seriously. I will make a complete idiot out of myself, all for you. Oh, and you get a digital download of the CD when it's done.

    Estimated delivery: Jul 2012
  • Pledge $20 or more

    11 backers

    For $20, you'll get the completed "Lydia Warren & Friends" CD mailed to you (Add $5 for international shipping).

    Estimated delivery: Jan 2013
  • Pledge $25 or more

    23 backers

    Thank you for your donation! For $25, you'll get a signed copy of the new CD in your mailbox. I'll write anything you want- even if it's inappropriate! (Add $5 for international shipping.)

    Estimated delivery: Jan 2013
  • Pledge $25 or more

    1 backer

    You get a 20 minute Skype lesson and a digital download of the album when it is done! For years, I've taught guitar, voice and songwriting lessons, so if you want to learn Freebird or how to write a hit single, I'm ready. :)

    Estimated delivery: Jul 2012
  • Pledge $50 or more

    3 backers

    Thank you! You'll receive a signed CD and a poster!

    Estimated delivery: Jan 2013
  • Pledge $55 or more

    1 backer

    For this amount you get a 50 minute lesson via Skype! Guitar, voice or songwriting, plus a digital download of the album!

    Estimated delivery: Jul 2012
  • Pledge $75 or more

    3 backers Limited (1 of 4 left)

    Ok, I've roped my friends in. Josh Fulero will give you a 45 minute guitar or harmonica lesson via Skype. Of course, you get the music sent to you digitally when it's done as well!

    Estimated delivery: Jul 2012
  • Pledge $90 or more

    2 backers Limited (4 of 6 left)

    $90 buys you a signed copy of the new disc, plus I'll learn any song you want and either play it at a gig or record it and upload it to YouTube. So, if there's a song you've always wanted me to do (because you really like it, or because it will be hysterically inappropriate), now's your chance.

    Estimated delivery: Jan 2013
  • Pledge $100 or more

    8 backers Limited (12 of 20 left)

    Thanks! You'll get a signed copy of "Lydia Warren & Friends," a signed poster AND a thank you in the liner notes! I can't do it without your help :)

    Estimated delivery: Jan 2013
  • Pledge $150 or more

    2 backers

    For $150, tell me anything and I'll write a song for you. Your choice- it either goes up publicly or privately on YouTube. Plus a digital download of the completed album!

    Estimated delivery: Jul 2012
  • Pledge $200 or more

    0 backers Limited (4 of 4 left)

    I'll play a solo gig for you! Won't that be fun? :) (Travel expenses are paid for by the donor if the gig venue is over 120 miles from Boston, and dates are subject to availability.) And you can play with me, if you want!

    Estimated delivery: Aug 2012
  • Pledge $250 or more

    1 backer Limited (1 of 2 left)

    YOU ROCK! And to show you how much you rock, you're getting a signed copy of the new CD AND the chance to sit in with me at a gig for a song or two. How's that sound? (Some shows don't allow guest artists, so we'll find one that fits perfectly. Donor pays their own travel expenses to/from the gig. Instrument, style and ability level are insignificant; we'll make it awesome!)

    Estimated delivery: Jan 2013
  • Pledge $300 or more

    1 backer All gone!

    For $300 you get a signed CD, a 45 minute Skype lesson AND you get to sit in with me at a show! (Some shows don't allow guest artists, so we'll find one that fits perfectly. Donor pays their own travel expenses to/from the gig. Instrument, style and ability level are insignificant; we'll make it awesome!)

    Estimated delivery: Jan 2013
  • Pledge $350 or more

    0 backers Limited (2 of 2 left)

    Let's make a song! If you donate $350, we will write a blues song together, via Skype, and perform it live at one of my shows! (Travel of the donor to/from the show is paid by the donor, and shows are subject to availability.) You'll also get a signed copy of the new CD when it's done. Rad!

    Estimated delivery: Jul 2012
  • Pledge $750 or more

    0 backers Limited (2 of 2 left)

    You just bought the farm, baby. For $750, you get a full band performance, anywhere you desire! (Travel expenses are paid for by the donor if the gig venue is over 120 miles from Boston, and dates are subject to availability.) You can play with us, too!

    Estimated delivery: Aug 2012
  • Pledge $850 or more

    0 backers Limited (1 of 1 left)

    Ok, for this amount you get a signed copy of the CD AND you get to record one track with us. You'll be one of the "Friends" in Lydia Warren & Friends! There is only one of these available!

    Estimated delivery: Jan 2013
  • Pledge $1,000 or more

    0 backers Limited (1 of 1 left)

    Woah. I love you. You get a signed CD, EXECUTIVE PRODUCER album credit AND a musician friend and I will come to your house with a pizza and we will jam for the day. (Travel expenses are paid by the donor if the location is more than 120 miles from Boston).

    Estimated delivery: Aug 2013