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Update #33: The Store Is Open
Hi Everyone-
I hope this is finding you well. I wanted to let you know that there are a few new items of interest in my store, including the official DUDES T-shirt. There's also a really good Christmas EP. And more to come in the next few weeks. Never forget: http://davidmead.spinshop.com/.
Yours,
David
Update #32: What A Year. Thanks.
Dear Friends,
I hope this is finding you well. I am writing to let you know that our baby, DUDES, has officially flown the coop and is currently growing some wings and flying off into the world. It seems like just yesterday that Stan and I were sending you our entreaty for a little support to get things going, but here we are, almost a year later, and DUDES is sitting pretty at #9 on the Itunes Singer/Songwriter chart on its opening day.
I can't thank you all enough for helping us make this album. Your support and encouragement has been invaluable in the process. I hope you have enjoyed DUDES and will continue to help spread the word about it.
Most of the activity surrounding the album has shifted over to my Facebook page. I hope you will join us there to stay in the loop as the story you began continues to unfold. I can promise that it will be interesting.
Yours,
David
Update #31: A Little Help?:)
Hi Everybody!
I hope this is finding you well, and I hope that you have been enjoying DUDES. I have really enjoyed reading your responses to the music and seeing your pictures come in from across the world. We have been working feverishly here to ensure that the album gets a nice little introduction to the rest of the world, and are hoping that our efforts will pay off come release day.
To this end, I would like to ask you for a favor: DUDES went up for pre-sale on ITunes yesterday at a discounted price of $7.99 and we are trying to drive as much traffic to it as possible. If you have been enjoying the music, I would really appreciate it if you would take a moment to notify your friends about the pre-sale. You can post this link: http://itunes.apple.com/us/preorder/dudes/id473829830 in some place where your people might see it or send it along in an email if you prefer.
You have already contributed mightily to the realization of DUDES and I still can't thank you enough for your support. I hope you will consider spreading the word about DUDES a little further.
Thank You!
David
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Bob Michael on October 19, 2011
I did the "Like" button. They won't let you write reviews or rate it yet. :-)
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Update #30: That Was Fun!
Thanks to all of you who were able to check out the online appreciation concert last night. It was great to be able to play for you and to field your requests... even 'Chutes and Ladders.':)
I would love to hear how you felt about the whole process. It seemed like everyone who saw the show had a good time. However, I have received at least one complaint about the mechanics of stageit.com (which was partially about a password issue that was completely my fault). I want to continue doing online shows on a monthly basis and would like to make the process as easy as possible for you all. There are some other options besides Stageit that I could try out if you think it's worth it.
October is going to be a fun month. We got a whole lotta surprises in store for you guys leading up to the official release of DUDES. In the meantime, keep posting those great pics of you and DUDES on the Facebook page and feel free to tell your friends about that album you got in the mail with the weirdo on the cover.
Yours,
David
Update #29: Don't Forget: David Mead Online Kickstarter Appreciation Show Tomorrow Night 7:00 CST
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Posted on September 26, 2011
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1. THE ALBUM- One physical copy of "Dudes" delivered to your door, at least two weeks before release date, plain and simple.
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2. THE AUTOGRAPH- One physical copy of "Dudes," autographed by David, Adam, Ethan, Andrew and Stan, delivered to your door at least two weeks before the release date.
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THE VOYEUR- One autographed copy of "Dudes" and special access to a daily video of the making of the album. Video will be posted daily to a password-encrypted page on Vimeo.
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4. THE CONNOISSEUR (Includes options 2 and 3)- Wondering what David has been up to for the past two years? The Connoisseur gets you the full story. Includes one copy each of David’s new children’s album, "The Adventures of Davey Ukulele and the Gag Time Gang," Elle Macho’s (rock band with Butterfly Boucher and Lindsay Jamieson) debut EP, "¡Es Potencial!" and David’s 2009 solo effort, "Almost and Always." Great for holiday presents!
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5. THE PRODUCER (Includes options 2 and 3)- Want to help pick the songs that go on Dudes? This option gets you special access to the 15 demos up for consideration to be made into master recordings for the album. After spending some serious ear time with the demos, you can tell David and the boys which 12 songs you think should be on the album as well as share comments about the music with your fellow Producers. Your opinion will be heard and followed. In addition, your name will be listed in the album liner notes as an executive producer.
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THE VISITOR (Includes options 2,3 and 5)- Want to sit in on the making of Dudes? This option buys you the chance to spend some time with David and the boys at the studio in New York City to see how things are coming along. You are welcome to join them for lunch afterward. (Travel expenses not included.)
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7. THE CONSTRUCTIVE CRITIQUE- Want to bounce some ideas off of David and Grammy-winning producer Adam Schlesinger? Here’s your chance. Adam and David will sit down with you in person or via Skype for an in-depth discussion (45 min) about your latest musical projects and whatever else interests you.
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8. THE CYRANO- Ever wanted to say something special to that special someone and wished that you could say with a David Mead song? Here is your chance: David will write and make a professional recording of a custom song written about anyone or anything you desire. You and David will collaborate on your subject matter and David will produce a very personal piece for you. The ultimate Christmas gift! Great for marriage proposals, as well- Valentine's Day is right around the corner!
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THE NASHVILLIAN (Includes options 2, 3,4 and 5) Come to Music City and spend a day with David (and Stan). Go for a hike, eat a mighty homemade breakfast, write a song together, see some sights, tour some of the studios where David’s albums have been recorded, do some yoga, hang out at an Elle Macho rehearsal, eat a great meal at the restaurant of your choice and hit the town with David and friends. Or whatever you feel like doing! It’s your day. (Travel expenses not included.)
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THE INTIMATE EXPERIENCE (Includes options 2, 3, 4 and 5) David will come to your home or favorite spot and perform for you and your closest friends from a set list created by YOU. (Additional travel funding will be required for performances outside the continental U.S.)
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David Mead makes classic pop music. He debuted in 1999 with the well-received "The Luxury of Time" on RCA, followed by 2001's "Mine and Yours." After critical acclaim did not lead to massive sales, Mead was released from RCA soon after completing a third album in 2002, "Wherever You Are." He quickly set about recording and releasing the more acoustic "Indiana," his most highly-regarded set to date, on Nettwerk Records in 2004. The following year, Yep Roc Recordings released an EP version of the "Wherever You Are" collection, and Mead went back into the studio to record "Tangerine," his most expansive body of work. In 2008 he recorded and released the exceptionally intimate "Almost and Always" through Boundee in Japan and Cheap Lullaby in the United States. Mead will return to the studio with Grammy Award-winning producer Adam Schlesinger in 2011 to record his seventh studio album, "Dudes."
David Mead has toured extensively throughout four continents. He has had multiple songs licensed for films and television programs, as well as 82 pieces of music criticism published in Paste and American Songwriter magazines. He enjoys carpentry and hiking in his free time. He currently resides in Nashville, TN.
