Das 1996 erschienene Debüt genießt mittlerweile Kultstatus und ist nur noch sehr schwer zu bekommen (unsere Rezension HIER). Aber auch die folgenden Alben "Shine On" (1999), "Made In California" (2003) und "Livin´ Out Loud" (2009) sind mehr als hörenswert und gehören in jede vernünftige Hardrocksammlung. 2005 veröffentlichte der Sänger, Gitarrist und Songwriter eine Neuaufnahme seines vergriffenen Debüts unter dem Namen "Version 1.2".
Die Zeiten haben sich geändert. Und so stellt JOHNNY LIMA - wie übrigens auch einige namhafte Kollegen wie FM - sein neues Projekt auf eine Internetplattform, um dafür Geld zu sammeln. Dieses Verfahren nennt sich "pledgen" und ist eine Vorfinanzierung durch die Fans. Als unabhängiger Künstler liegt die Kohle eben nicht auf der Straße herum.
Bitte unterstützt Johnny dabei, sein neues Album fertigstellen zu können, Ihr werdet es sicher nicht bereuen und wie immer mit einem tollen Album belohnt werden. Wer auf den Link unten klickt, kann sich genauer über das Projekt informieren. Für 20$ bekommt Ihr eine spezielle Version mit 15 statt 11 Songs plus eines digitalen Downloads. Der Versand ist inbegriffen.
http://www.indiegogo.com/projects/be-a-part-of-my-revolution
www.johnnylima.com
www.facebook.com/johnnylima
Hier die offizielle Meldung von Johnny Lima:
BE A HUGE PART IN MY REVOLUTION!!
As most of you know, I'm an independent artist. Meaning, I don't have a record company, or management company financing this new album. I've dumped a lot of money into the making of this album so far, and I really need your help to finish it. Which is why I decided to reach out to you, the rock fan, for your help.
I've been making albums since 1996, and I do it because I love making music, and I love writing a soundtrack to your life. Music heals, it brings people together, it gets us through the tough times, and I want to continue making music for you. With every album it keeps getting tougher and tougher for me to come up with the money it takes to properly make and sell an album. That's where you come in.
I don't expect anyone to give me something for nothing, so I'm going to do something a little different this time around. I only intend to put 10-11 songs on the official release of my new album, but I typically record more songs than needed. So instead of shelving the songs that don't make the album, I've decided to release a Limited Edition 15 song CD that will only be available through this campaign.
WHAT I NEED AND WHAT YOU GET
I've set the goal at $5000.00 because that's the minimum I feel I need to complete this new album. I still need to mix the album, I still need to send it off to get it mastered, still need the artwork designed, photos need to be taken, the CDs need to get manufactured, and if there's any money left, ads need to be placed.
If we don't reach the goal, then I'm afraid there won't be a CD unless I can find a record company interested in licensing it. I'll only be able to release this digitally through iTunes, Amazon, etc. I just can't get any further into debt than what this album and my European Acoustic Tour has already gotten me into.
OTHER WAYS YOU CAN HELP
Some of you won't be able to contribute. I understand that. But you can still help!
Ask folks to get the word out and make some noise about my campaign.
Remind them to use the Indiegogo share tools!
Share this campaign on Facebook, Twitter, MySpace, Music Forums, etc.
And that's it for now. If this campaign is fully funded, I will keep you all posted with updates. Thank you very much and I look forward to the day when you and I hold this new CD in our hands! Peace & Love - Johnny Lima
