A beatboxing, acoustic, singer-songwriter asks for your help in making his second album that might just change the world.
Ready... Let's go!!
A little over 3 years ago, I was inspired to make music that would not only turn heads, but inspire hearts. I recorded an album called "Run Fly Fall" that did something unique: it used only my voice (via beatboxing, singing, rapping) to create everything in the final mix. It also infused faith, love, and hope into some honest and real song-writing. Little did I know that it would be the beginning of an adventure that God would use to inspire tens of thousands of people throughout the country. 2 music videos, 200 live performances across the nation, and 1 tremendously grateful artist later... the time has finally come to record a new album! But I need your help!
I've teamed up with a producer named Anthony "DNA" Lee who has recorded music for Bruno Mars, and who will be able to take my vision for this album to new heights. I'm so excited for this opportunity, but it is an expensive process to record, mix, master, and produce a new album. Because this is an independent project, I don't have a record label backing it financially. So I'm asking YOU to please help my new Album come alive!
Here's how it works: If I get your support and reach my goal, everyone who pledges will get one of the listed THANK YOU rewards. BUT, here's the thing... If I don't reach my goal in 30 days, I won't get ANY funding from Kickstarter. But I'm not worried about that! I know we can do this! Please help by spreading the word about this project on Facebook, Twitter, or in conversations with people in real life :) Know that you'll be helping my music and message reach thousands of people online and wherever I perform.
One of the biggest inspirations I have for writing music, are the youth. Music is such a powerful tool, but artists who have the attention of so many people, have a tendency of communicating the wrong message. That is why I want to make music that is entertaining but also inspires people to live lives that are worth more than one night stands, binge drinking, and thinking your belly button is the center of the universe.
I was recently reminded why I love what I do when I heard about a soldier stationed in Afghanistan who somehow got a copy of my first album and told a mutual friend that listening to the songs got him through some dark times he faced while serving out there. I realized that this is more than just music... it's a calling.
Peace & God bless!
Paul J. Kim
p.s. Thanks to Noah Salvi for helping film the video for this Kickstarter Campaign & to Jong Arcega for the main photo!
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- Website: PJKmusic.com
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5 backers
Every dollar counts, so thank you! If I ever see you in public I will give you a big smile and a high five!
Estimated delivery: Jan 2013Pledge $5 or more
6 backers
Get a free download of ONE song from the Album before the release! And a *high five! *high five can be redeemed when you run into me :)
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23 backers
You're awesome! You get a pre-release digital download of the entire Album!
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29 backers
You are too kind! You get a signed copy of the Album CD before anyone else gets it + a pre-release digital download of the entire Album!
Estimated delivery: Jan 2013Pledge $25 or more
28 backers
THANKS! You get a signed copy of the new Album CD + a signed copy of my first album "Run Fly Fall" & Reward #3!
Estimated delivery: Feb 2013Pledge $50 or more
11 backers
Saweeeet! You my friend, get: - 2 signed copies of the Album before the release date - A signed copy of my first album "Run Fly Fall" - & A personal THANK YOU note
Estimated delivery: Feb 2013Pledge $50 or more
1 backer Limited (24 of 25 left)
[Option 2] Yeahhhhh! You get: - 2 signed copies of the CD Album before the release date - A signed copy of my first album "Run Fly Fall" - A LIMITED EDITION Ringtone MP3!
Estimated delivery: Feb 2013Pledge $100 or more
14 backers Limited (36 of 50 left)
[Option 1] You are amazing!! For this gift, you get: - 4 signed copies of the CD Album before the release date - A signed copy of my first album "Run Fly Fall" - A personal Thank You Note - & A LIMITED EDITION T-Shirt!
Estimated delivery: Feb 2013Pledge $100 or more
2 backers All gone!
[Option 2] I'm blown away!! For this gift, you get: - 4 signed copies of the CD Album before the release date - A signed copy of my first album "Run Fly Fall" - A personal Thank You Note - & A LIMITED EDITION SIGNED POSTER!
Estimated delivery: Feb 2013Pledge $150 or more
1 backer Limited (9 of 10 left)
[Option 1] Awesome! For this gift, you get: - 4 signed copies of the CD Album before the release date - A signed copy of my first album "Run Fly Fall" - A limited edition T-Shirt - & A SIGNED CASE for your iPhone 4 or iPad :)
Estimated delivery: Jan 2013Pledge $150 or more
1 backer Limited (14 of 15 left)
[Option 2] You are too good! For this gift, you get: - 4 signed copies of the CD Album before the release date - A signed copy of my first album "Run Fly Fall" - & A 30-MINUTE LESSON of your choice (I.e. songwriting, singing, beatboxing, rapping, guitar, or corny jokes) via Skype.
Estimated delivery: Feb 2013Pledge $250 or more
0 backers Limited (10 of 10 left)
Thanks so much! For this donation you get: - 4 signed CD's before the release date - A signed copy of my first album "Run Fly Fall" - & A 60-MINUTE LESSON of your choice (songwriting, singing, beatboxing, rapping, guitar, or corny jokes) via Skype.
Estimated delivery: Feb 2013Pledge $500 or more
2 backers Limited (3 of 5 left)
Your generosity is epic!! That's why I'm going to write a personalized song for you. You give me a theme, and I'll write it, video record it, and send it your way to post it online, and listen to whenever you want. You'll also get - 4 signed copies of the CD Album before the release date!
Estimated delivery: Feb 2013Pledge $500 or more
0 backers Limited (4 of 4 left)
[Option 2] Come join me and some friends in Los Angeles / Orange County, and I'll take you out to lunch at one of my favorite restaurants, and then I'll provide an in-person Lesson (songwriting, singing, beatboxing, rapping, guitar) for you and whoever else you invite along! I'll perform a few songs for you and also throw in 4 signed CD Albums! (Must be 18 or older and transportation / airfare is not included).
Estimated delivery: Feb 2013Pledge $1,500 or more
0 backers Limited (1 of 1 left)
You are incredible! We meet up for lunch in Los Angeles / Orange County (transportation / airfare not included) and you get my first MARTIN GUITAR + carrying case. After that we'll write an acoustic song together that you can video record and share with all your friends! & You get 4 copies of the new Album (Must be 18 or older).
Estimated delivery: Feb 2013Pledge $2,000 or more
0 backers Limited (2 of 2 left)
THERE ARE NO WORDS... but there are REWARDS! For being so generous, you will receive 4 signed copies of the CD Album, and have a private concert in your living room! Invite your friends, family, neighbors, and anybody else for a small concert. (If you live outside of Southern California, then round trip airfare + a small PA system must be provided).
Estimated delivery: Feb 2013
