...And the Album's On Its Way!
A new year usually means resolutions - things we want to change about our lives and ourselves. But for me, the resolutions happened in August and September, when I realized how important it was to finish JPJQ's album in a meaningful way, and that I'd need your help to do that. It hasn't been easy. I had no idea how all-consuming it would be to run that Indiegogo campaign, to constantly be going to people, hat in hand, asking for their help to make this record. But it turns out that people are generous, loving, and supportive, and we made our goal with a little time to spare. So now we get to make "I Want Love" - to make a fun, beautiful album that really says something. I'm honoured, and humbled, and so very grateful!
As I said in the video, we've done the rest of the recording - and now it's all in the hands of the professionals: the mixing engineer, the photograper, the album art designer, the CD manufacturers, the licensing companies (although I'm thrilled that the composers I've been able to negotiate with in person have been gracious and helpful beyond belief), and finally the distributors! It feels like it's going to be a long time before I get to be a "creative" again - not until we're getting ready for the CD release parties - but I know that April is going to be here before I know it, and I can only hope I'll be ready!
For now, we wait, and write cheques, and make decisions. And I remember how lucky I am to be here, among the amazing people who are helping me make my dreams come true!
