Album Pre-Sale Campaign is LIVE!
38 years ago, when I was four years old, my dad bought my mom a piano for Christmas. Ever since then, before my feet could touch the floor or my hands could reach a full octave, Music has been my first language.
I initially thought my path would be through musical theater, but had the calling to share my own stories, instead of someone else’s, so I hit the Philly circuit with my own music, even scored a manager, but eventually got crushed under the expectation to maintain an unrealistic appearance, compete with pop stars and budgets, not to mention always looking for the next job. I ended up going under my dad's wing and learning sales and marketing, developing a very successful and financially rewarding career. Bought a home. Started a family. I am so grateful for all those things.
But Music never stopped calling.
Finally, with encouragement from people like you, I started writing again. My own songs. From my heart and about my experiences, in the hope that sharing them would help others in pain as well.
I always thought, "Who wants to hear from me??" Perhaps no one. But if I can impact one person, just one, with one song, I will have considered my music career a success.
This time, however, instead of writing songs I thought would be popular, I found my own style I call Swing- HipHop, a glam cocktail of old and new. It's music you can swing to, cry to, laugh to, and dance, too!
About a year into writing, I won two awards: The Philadelphia Music Awards for Jazz and the Top 20 Indie Songs of 2020 by CFAB Radio (took the lucky 13 spot). That encouraged me even more to have the confidence to put the effort, time, and money behind getting these songs out to the world.
And that's where you come in.
I decided to take a giant leap and produce my own album, which means it will be fully funded by myself and my fans. Major record labels spend millions to produce and market albums. I will be spending under $20k. Even less now that most of the engineering will be done by myself.
Today marks the official launch of the pre-sale campaign of the album, with some pre-release perks that will only be available prior to the public release, which I anticipate will be late Spring 2022. The money will be used towards production and marketing costs, including PR, Spotify Ads, and music videos.
Depending on your funding level, you will receive:
Digital Pack: Secret links to stream and download the songs as they are released and months before they are available to the public, along with stories behind each song.
Merch Bundle: Includes the Digital Pack PLUS your choice of signed CD or Vinyl and a limited-edition hand-painted T-shirt.
VIP Release Tix (limit 25) : Credit on the album insert, plus tickets for you and whomever you can cram in front of your computer screen for an intimate live stream concert of the album, curated with a cocktail menu, scents, and dress code. (Limited 25). The VIP includes the Digital Pack.
In-Person Living Room Concert (Limit 5): Your home or mine (Greater NYC and Philly area). Get a private concert for you and your friends in your living room or mine. I'll play the album, answer questions, and share stories. (Includes the Digital and Merch Pack)
NFTs: Be the original owner of Jessica Magoch NFT's in the form of original stems, original song notes and edits, 1st, 2nd, 3rd versions, the original artwork - all these are possibilities for your exclusive ownership through blockchain/NFT.
Donate without Perks: Donate in increments as little as $1 to help. Or perhaps you just want to help but aren't interested in the perks and just plan on streaming it later. That's cool, too!
Because I am serious about mental health advocacy and suicide prevention in teens, I am donating 20% of profits from this album, including the pre-sale, to Mental Health Advocacy organizations. You can read more about my story and why this is so important to me on my campaign page.
If you can't donate, I understand that times are tough for many, but sharing with your music-loving community, especially early adopters of new music, can be even more valuable than a financial contribution.
Here is a link that will explain in detail what you will receive in exchange for your support: jessicamagoch.com/shop
Please spread the word by sharing my campaign and re-post so others can have the chance to participate.
Much love & gratitude!