The Polyphonic Spree is releasing a live album and concert documentary Feb 2013 as well as a new full length studio album May 2013.
“The Polyphonic Spree march to the beat of their own drum, promote vulnerability against all odds, prove that choirs should dance, offer relief from the seductive trap of cool, know about sadness but point to the lightness, are more than a band ( A community? A penal colony? Noah’s new ark?), should be seen live, once confused with terrorists but only by the very very afraid, spiritual midwife to your fears, a house with all the doors removed, an inexplicable slogan that you know is right, proof that the revolution may be soft and loud at the same time. Explosions can be fun and easy. The mess is honest. We have each other.” --- Mike Mills (filmmaker/artist)
"Having always been a peoples' band and with a DIY mentality, it's
safe to say Kickstarter is a perfect platform for The Polyphonic Spree
as well as all forward thinking artists who have fought the battle of
music corporations time and time again." --- Tim DeLaughter
Thanks for watching our video detailing the various projects we are raising funds to bring our projects to fruition. Also click on our name or full bio link for a bio of the band for the uninitiated. Below is a recap in more detail:
2013 FOUR STEP PROCESS
1. "You+Me" Live Album (February 2013)
The Polyphonic Spree toured in three phases during 2012. We decided to document the experience with a live recording at Webster Hall in New York City on May 23, 2012. The audio was recorded to a multi-track session.
Here is a sneak peek of some of the live audio in its raw form:
The following remains to be completed and/or paid for in order to release the live album:
mixing
mastering
artwork
manufacturing of CD & LP
promotion/advertising
public relations
2. "You+Me" Concert Documentary (February 2013)
In addition to the audio recording of the "You+Me" show we hired a six person camera crew to document the evening in New York. We also invited Cameron Smith out on tour to capture the band behind the scenes in Fort Worth, Boston, Washington, D.C., and New York.
Here is a rough cut Patrick Cone put together of the intro of the concert documentary for this kickstarter campaign:
3. "NEW" Full Length Studio Album (May 2013)
The band has
recorded 4 songs thus far. If you listen closely after the kickstarter
trailer begins you can hear a snippet of an unmixed and unmastered
song.
The following remains to be completed and/or paid for in order to release the studio album:
studio costs
engineer fee
producer fee
mixing fee
mastering fee
artwork fee
photo shoot/photographer cost
manufacturing
promotion/advertising
public relations
videos
4. Touring (2013)
The Polyphonic Spree intend to tour extensively in 2013.
Costs associated with touring include:
Bus lease
Trailer lease
Busdriver
Gas & other various bus expenses
Airfare (when touring abroad)
Crew: TM/FOH Engineer, Monitor Engineer, Technician, etc.
Band Salaries
Band/Crew Per Diems
Along the way we will be updating backers, offering exclusives for those who have contributed, adding rewards that we dream up or unearth, and maybe even telling you a joke or two. Our reward packages run the gamut from basically a preorder to joining us on stage so there is something for EVERYONE. Most importantly check back OFTEN and PLEASE share this with fellow dreamers.
THANKS.
Risks and challenges Learn about accountability on Kickstarter
We will have a team including the band and volunteers to get your rewards and gifts to you in a timely manner. Once release dates are firm we intend to get all backers their audio/video items BEFORE anyone else gets their hands on them. Teamwork makes the dream work.
FAQ
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We will make theh DVD readable anywhere.
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Will be valid in regions we are able to hit. Europe/UK should be an area we visit in 2013 at some point. Japan and Australia cross your fingers.
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The LPs will come with either a CD or digital download for those on the go.
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Several people have written to us looking for information on how one can purchase multiple rewards at the same time. I myself have had this issue with other projects that I have supported. Unfortunately at this time Kickstarter does not support the simultaneous purchase of multiple rewards. However, the way around this is to simply select a reward and then pledge the additional value of whatever additional rewards that you want. At the end of the Kickstarter period we will be sending around a survey that will allow you to remind us of your multiple purchases.
From a shipping perspective, if you are an international purchaser you can include shipping for one order. (The one with highest cost.) If the cost of your shipping ultimately exceeds that of one order we will settle up prior to shipment. We are not looking to make money on shipping so we will only charge what is necessary to get your products to you in proper working condition. Thank you for your continued support and remember to tell your friends, post about our campaign on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Tumblr, Instagram, Pinterest, etc...
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Funding period
Oct 11, 2012 -
Nov 28, 2012
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- Website: thepolyphonicspree.com
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A Huge Thank You. Every Dollar Helps!
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Your Name Listed As an Official Kickstarter Supporter on thepolyphonicspree.com
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DIGITAL LOVE: MP3s of "You+Me" Live Album, Includes your name on the website.
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101 backers
DIGITAL LOVE: MP3s of "Upcoming Studio" Full Length Album, Includes your name on the website.
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PHYSICAL CD LOVE: CD of "Upcoming Studio" Full Length Album, Includes your name on the website.
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DIGITAL LOVE: Quicktime File(s) of "You+Me" Concert Documentary, Includes your name on the website.
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PHYSICAL CD LOVE: CD of "You+Me" Live Album, Includes your name on the website.
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PHYSICAL DVD LOVE: DVD of "You+Me" Concert Documentary, Includes your name on the website.
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PHYSICAL VINYL LOVE: LP of "Upcoming Studio" Full Length Album, Includes your name on the website.
Estimated delivery: Apr 2013Add $8 to ship outside the USPledge $25 or more
15 backers Limited (85 of 100 left)
A thank you letter signed by Tim for your support and your name on the website
Estimated delivery: Jan 2013Add $1 to ship outside the USPledge $30 or more
17 backers
PHYSICAL VINYL LOVE: LP of "You+Me" Live Album, Includes your name on the website.
Estimated delivery: Jan 2013Add $8 to ship outside the USPledge $35 or more
144 backers
DIGITAL FULL MEAL DEAL: MP3s of "You+Me" Live Album, MP3s of "Upcoming Studio" Full Length Album, and Quicktime File(s) of "You+Me" Concert Documentary. Also includes your name on the website.
Estimated delivery: Apr 2013Pledge $50 or more
2 backers Limited (48 of 50 left)
Limited Backer Exclusive Handmade Fuzzy Hats - These hats were first sold during Tripping Daisy shows and during the early days of the Polyphonic Spree. This new backer exclusive version features the 'Mess is Honest' art as seen on the backer exclusive shirt. These hats are handmade by Sandy Repka (also known as Tim's mother-in-law, Seamstress of Life, That Special Lady, Sandy Toby Kay)
Estimated delivery: Feb 2013Pledge $50 or more
267 backers
PHYSICAL CD FULL MEAL DEAL: CD of "You+Me" Live Album, CD of "Upcoming Studio" Full Length Album, DVD of "You+Me" Concert Documentary, and Silk Screened Kickstarter Diploma Certificate. Also includes your name on the website.
Estimated delivery: Apr 2013Add $6 to ship outside the USPledge $50 or more
63 backers Limited (87 of 150 left)
A very limited t-shirt available only to kickstarter supporters, a signed thank you letter, and your name on the website.
Estimated delivery: Jan 2013Add $4 to ship outside the USPledge $50 or more
17 backers Limited (283 of 300 left)
Backer Exclusive Limited Edition of The Polyphonic Spree concert documentary DVD + Your Name in the credits under special thanks.
Estimated delivery: Jan 2013Add $5 to ship outside the USPledge $50 or more
23 backers Limited (377 of 400 left)
Backer Exclusive Limited Edition of the upcoming studio album (CD) + Your Name in the credits under special thanks.
Estimated delivery: Apr 2013Add $4 to ship outside the USPledge $60 or more
8 backers Limited (192 of 200 left)
A super limited 7" copy available only to backers featuring a song from the studio album and mystery b-side. Your name on the website as well.
Estimated delivery: Apr 2013Add $5 to ship outside the USPledge $60 or more
15 backers Limited (85 of 100 left)
Backer Exclusive SIGNED Limited Edition of The Polyphonic Spree documentary/concert film DVD + Your Name in the credits under special thanks.
Estimated delivery: Jan 2013Add $5 to ship outside the USPledge $60 or more
39 backers Limited (61 of 100 left)
Backer Exclusive SIGNED Limited Edition of the upcoming studio album (CD) + Your Name in the credits under special thanks.
Estimated delivery: Apr 2013Add $4 to ship outside the USPledge $70 or more
4 backers
MP3 Download of our Entire Catalog - (Includes 'Beginning Stages of', 'Together We're Heavy', 'Wait', 'Fragile Army', 'Austin City Limits: Live from Austin, TX', 'Thumbsucker Soundtrack', Holidaydream: Sounds of the Holidays Vol 1', 'You+Me live album', and the upcoming studio album)
Estimated delivery: Jan 2013Pledge $75 or more
19 backers Limited (281 of 300 left)
Backer Exclusive Limited Edition of the upcoming studio album (Vinyl) hand poured by Tim DeLaughter + Your Name in the credits under special thanks.
Estimated delivery: Apr 2013Add $8 to ship outside the USPledge $80 or more
64 backers
PHYSICAL VINYL FULL MEAL DEAL: LP of "You+Me" Live Album, LP of "Upcoming Studio" Full Length Album, DVD of "You+Me" Concert Documentary, and Silk Screened Kickstarter Diploma Certificate. Also includes your name on the website.
Estimated delivery: Apr 2013Add $12 to ship outside the USPledge $85 or more
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Backer Exclusive SIGNED Limited Edition of the upcoming studio album (Vinyl) hand poured by Tim DeLaughter + Your Name in the credits under special thanks.
Estimated delivery: Apr 2013Add $8 to ship outside the USPledge $100 or more
10 backers Limited (40 of 50 left)
Surprise hand made gift from a member of The Polyphonic Spree hand inscribed to you. Includes your name on the website.
Estimated delivery: Jan 2013Add $5 to ship outside the USPledge $100 or more
13 backers Limited (7 of 20 left)
A signed print of a Tim DeLaughter original collage. Includes your name on the website.
Estimated delivery: Jan 2013Add $5 to ship outside the USPledge $100 or more
6 backers Limited (34 of 40 left)
A 10+ minute phone call from Tim DeLaughter and your name on the website. Ask Tim that question you've always wanted to! Includes your name on the website.
Estimated delivery: Apr 2013Pledge $100 or more
5 backers
Your name in the ending credits of the documentary/concert film. Also includes your name on the website.
Estimated delivery: Jan 2013Pledge $150 or more
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A handwritten lyric sheet (suitable for framing) for your favorite Polyphonic Spree song of your choice (written and signed by Tim). Includes your name on the website.
Estimated delivery: Jan 2013Add $4 to ship outside the USPledge $150 or more
1 backer Limited (9 of 10 left)
Have Tim shout you out on stage between songs. Need to impress your girl? Propose? Inflate your ego? (Flight and accommodations not included.) Includes your name on the website.
Estimated delivery: Oct 2013Pledge $150 or more
4 backers Limited (36 of 40 left)
Special Concert Pass - This pass gives you free admission to all Polyphonic Spree shows through 2014 (excluding festivals and special arrangements) plus the Backer Exclusive shirt
Estimated delivery: Jan 2013Pledge $200 or more
1 backer Limited (24 of 25 left)
A 15+ minute skype video chat with Tim DeLaughter and your name on the website.
Estimated delivery: Apr 2013Pledge $200 or more
9 backers Limited (6 of 15 left)
A drumhead signed, personalized and doodled on by the band. Includes your name on the website.
Estimated delivery: Jan 2013Add $10 to ship outside the USPledge $250 or more
10 backers All gone!
An Original Handmade Art Collage by Tim DeLaughter. (similar to the collages in the artwork of several Tripping Daisy and The Polyphonic Spree albums). Includes your name on the website.
Estimated delivery: Apr 2013Add $10 to ship outside the USPledge $250 or more
0 backers Limited (5 of 5 left)
Hour long drum lesson with Jason Garner (In Dallas / flight and accommodations not included). Includes your name on the website.
Estimated delivery: Jan 2013Pledge $300 or more
4 backers Limited (21 of 25 left)
VIP Treatment at an upcoming show of your choice. This package includes the tour poster and shirt as well as a tour laminate that gives you access to the pre-show soundcheck and backstage. Includes your name on the website. (Flight and accommodations not included.)
Estimated delivery: Oct 2013Pledge $300 or more
1 backer Limited (19 of 20 left)
A special kickstarter robe signed by the band. Includes your name on the website.
Estimated delivery: Jan 2013Add $10 to ship outside the USPledge $350 or more
3 backers All gone!
Placid Audio Copperphone Vintage Effect Microphone - Numbered and engraved with your name and date. This is the microphone hand made by Polyphonic Spree bassist Mark Pirro and made famous by artists like Jack White, Tom Petty, Norah Jones and Polyphonic Spree's very own, Tim DeLaughter.
Estimated delivery: Jan 2013Add $25 to ship outside the USPledge $500 or more
3 backers Limited (2 of 5 left)
Be a fly on the wall and watch the band for the day when they are in the studio. (In Dallas/Must be available when band is in the studio. Flight and accommodations not included) Also includes your name on the website. Also includes the "DIGITAL FULL MEAL DEAL."
Estimated delivery: Feb 2013Pledge $500 or more
2 backers Limited (3 of 5 left)
You will be credited as an Associate Producer of the concert documentary film. Includes your name on the website. Also includes the "DIGITAL FULL MEAL DEAL."
Estimated delivery: Jan 2013Pledge $1,250 or more
2 backers All gone!
A dinner for you and 9 of your friends prepared by choir member and Masterchef Reality Show contestant, Jennie Kelley and served by various members of the band. (In Dallas/Flight and accommodations not included). Includes your name on the website. Also includes the "DIGITAL FULL MEAL DEAL."
Estimated delivery: May 2013Pledge $1,500 or more
10 backers All gone!
Be an honorary member of The Polyphonic Spree. Sit in with the band for a show of your choice in the choir or with your instrument. You'll hang out with the band, participate in soundcheck, and keep your robe after the show. Includes your name on the website. (At an upcoming tour stop. Flight and accommodations not included.) Includes your name on the website. Also includes the "DIGITAL FULL MEAL DEAL."
Estimated delivery: Oct 2013Pledge $1,500 or more
1 backer All gone!
Musicvox MI-5 Four String Short Scale Bass - Musicvox has been making unique guitars and basses since the 1990's. You may have seen Musicvox instruments used in the last Austin Powers movie 'Goldmember'. These instruments also have been endorsed and used by artist such as Mathew Sweet and Devo. Mark Pirro, bass player of the Polyphonic Spree has been playing and endorsing Musicvox basses for well over a decade. You can choose to receive this bass unsigned, or signed by Mark or the entire band.
Estimated delivery: Jan 2013Add $75 to ship outside the USPledge $1,500 or more
0 backers Limited (1 of 1 left)
Musicvox MI-5 Six String Guitar - Musicvox has been making unique guitars and basses since the 1990's. You may have seen Musicvox instruments used in the last Austin Powers movie 'Goldmember'. These instruments also have been endorsed and used by artist such as Mathew Sweet and Devo. Recently, Cory Helms guitarist of the Polyphonic Spree has been added to the list of proud endorsers. You can choose to receive this guitar unsigned, or signed by Cory or the entire band.
Estimated delivery: Jan 2013Add $75 to ship outside the USPledge $2,000 or more
1 backer All gone!
The Fragile Army acoustic guitar (Stage and studio used in the making of The Fragile Army release from The Polyphonic Spree). Includes your name on the website. Also includes the "DIGITAL FULL MEAL DEAL."
Estimated delivery: Jan 2013Add $40 to ship outside the USPledge $2,000 or more
1 backer Limited (4 of 5 left)
Your band will open for The Polyphonic Spree (Includes a 25-30 minute set at any upcoming show. Limited to one per tour stop excluding festivals or special engagements. (Shows will be marked off based on backer order as Reward is claimed.) Flight and accommodations not included.) Includes your name on the website. Also includes the "DIGITAL FULL MEAL DEAL."
Estimated delivery: Oct 2013Pledge $2,000 or more
0 backers Limited (3 of 3 left)
You will be credited as part of the Executive Producer team of the concert documentary film. Also includes your name on the website. Also includes the "DIGITAL FULL MEAL DEAL."
Estimated delivery: Dec 2012Pledge $3,000 or more
1 backer Limited (1 of 2 left)
Have your song produced by The Speekers (Tim DeLaughter and Julie Doyle) and engineered by Mark Pirro at Triplex studios (In Dallas/Flight and accommodations not included). 2 day limit. Includes your name on the website. Also includes the "DIGITAL FULL MEAL DEAL."
Estimated delivery: Sep 2013Pledge $4,000 or more
0 backers Limited (1 of 1 left)
The Polyphonic Spree will create an original 30 second jingle for your business, cause, school, boys & girls club, camp, etc. (within reason, some restrictions apply). Also includes the "DIGITAL FULL MEAL DEAL."
Estimated delivery: Oct 2013Pledge $10,000 or more
0 backers Limited (1 of 1 left)
The Polyphonic Spree scores your short film. (Film subject & content restrictions apply. 12 Minutes or less.) Includes your name on the website. Also includes the "DIGITAL FULL MEAL DEAL."
Estimated delivery: Oct 2013Pledge $10,000 or more
0 backers Limited (1 of 1 left)
The Polyphonic Spree will create an original song all about you. After a short interview to learn about you, The Polyphonic Spree will write an all original song based on you and your life. A once in a lifetime opportunity to be the subject of a song. The song will be released to the public as a B-Side on a future Polyphonic Spree release via Good Records Recordings. Includes your name on the website. Also includes the "DIGITAL FULL MEAL DEAL."
Estimated delivery: Oct 2013Pledge $10,000 or more
1 backer Limited (1 of 2 left)
Live the dream. Buy the ticket & take the ride as you join The Polyphonic Spree for 3 days on their upcoming tour. You will travel with the band, experience life as a stagehand assisting in set-up, joining the band onstage in the choir, and traverse the United States. A once in a lifetime opportunity for writers, filmmakers, aspiring musicians, fans, or just about anyone who has always wondered what life on tour would be like. (Just an FYI - A Background Check will be Required from the Pledgee who choses this reward.) Also includes your name on the website. Also includes the "DIGITAL FULL MEAL DEAL."
Estimated delivery: Oct 2013Pledge $10,000 or more
1 backer Limited (2 of 3 left)
The Polyphonic Spree will play your living room or private event. (Available anywhere in the lower 48 states of the US. Must work within available schedule during upcoming tour.) Note: This does NOT include travel expenses for the band. Depending on where you are located, additional expenses for travel may be required. Please ask for more information! Includes your name on the website. Also includes the "DIGITAL FULL MEAL DEAL."
Estimated delivery: Oct 2013
