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IF WE ARE GOING TO DO THIS, LET’S DO IT RIGHT – SEVERED FIFTH IN THE STUDIO.
A few weeks ago we sat down with one of our advisors for Severed Fifth and a strong supporter of the band who has been through the industry and played in a number of established acts. He said that he believes we have a real shot at making a difference both musically and in changing how the industry works with Severed Fifth, and he believes that our culture of giving the music away and building a community is right, but to compete in the existing music industry we need a professionally recorded album that stands up to the production standards of other professional bands. He gave us an important piece of advice. He felt that while Nightmares By Design is a great sounding demo, it doesn’t do the music justice. He believes we need to get in a professional studio to help our music really shine and get this train on the tracks.
He is right. We are all pleased with Nightmares By Design but it lacks the big roomy drum sound, thundering bass undertones, punchy vocals that you get when a singer is pushed by a recording engineer, and the sheen that a studio recording gets you. It also lacks the stunning performances of the new Severed Fifth live band. Nightmares By Design is a blueprint for a stunning professionally recorded album. Let’s make this happen, and let’s change the rules with it.
For us to change the music industry via Severed Fifth, and make us a great example of how Free Culture can work, we need an album recording that stands up against the latest Megadeth, the latest Iron Maiden, and the latest Slayer. We believe in the music, and we know we can do this, but we need your help to fund the recording. If we all contribute, we can do this.
How You Can Help
We need your help to contribute to the recording. Anyone can contribute from anywhere in the world, and if you are outside the US the contribution will be converted to dollars.
We need $5000 to record. If 500 Severed Fifth fans donate just $10, we will nail it. If you can help we really want to say thankyou for your contribution, so we will print the name of everyone who contributes in the album liner notes, and list all of you in an article when we release. If you can afford more we have some additional perks:
- For contributions of $50 or more – we will send you a signed photo of the band and a CD copy of Nightmares By Design.
- For contributions of $100 or more – we will send you a Severed Fifth t-shirt, signed photo of the band and a CD copy of Nightmares By Design.
- For contributions of $200 or more – we will send you a signed copy of the new album on CD, a Severed Fifth t-shirt, signed photo of the band and a CD copy of Nightmares By Design.
- For contributions of $300 or more – We will dedicate a song to you at our next live show and send you the video of it, send you a signed copy of the new album on CD, a Severed Fifth t-shirt, signed photo of the band and a CD copy of Nightmares By Design.
How It Works
It is simple: you pay what you feel is fair and comfortable.
To contribute just follow these steps:
- Enter the amount your would like to contribute into the box above and click Continue.
- You can bypass registering a PayPal account by clicking the ‘Continue’ link above the credit card images.
- Fill in your details and your contribution will be made!
Show Off Your Contribution
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Frequently Asked Questions
How can I pay?
You can use a credit or debit card or a PayPal account.
Do I need to have a PayPal account to pay?
No, you can just use your credit card.
Can I contribute from anywhere in the world?
Yes.
Can I get refund?
Sorry, we don’t provide refunds.
Can I show off my contribution with a button?
Absolutely! Feel free to use one of the buttons above!
I need help!
If you need help with Severed Fifth Fair Pay, go and ask your question on the Website Support Forum.