Help Bring Dear Moonboy to Life

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Help Bring Dear Moonboy to Life

Help Bring Dear Moonboy to Life

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$1,225 raised of $8K

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Hello friends, family, and music lovers! I am thrilled to officially announce my third studio album, Dear Moonboy. This is a collection of music very close to my heart that spans from brand new songs to fresh takes on decades-old unreleased songs.

Since my last release, A Light to Wander In, I've been collecting stories and experiences and translating them into songs for you to enjoy. This new album is the next step in my journey, building on the vibe you've heard from me since Young Like the Worry’s release in 2014, and exploring themes of grief, loneliness, and lack of self-worth. Conceptually, this is a letter to my son and a letter to my younger self, and a blueprint for working through those things.

Thank you for all the support on my previous releases, which have led to many amazing opportunities working closely with some of the world’s most talented producers and engineers. I can’t wait to see where this next project will take all of us.

My goal is to raise $8,000 by February 1st, 2026. Making an album is a massive undertaking. To bring this music to life the way it deserves to be heard, I need your help to cover the substantial costs of professional production:

  • Production & Engineering: Paying producers and sound engineers as well as small upgrades to my own studio where I will do the lion’s share of the pre-production..
  • Studio Time: Booking high-quality studio hours for arranging, mixing, and mastering (the final polish).
  • Musicians/Collaborators: Paying session musicians for bass, drums, strings, etc.
  • Album Artwork: Professional design for the cover and packaging.
  • Marketing/Distribution: Getting the music to Spotify, Apple Music, as well as a short run of CD production.

Every single contribution, no matter how small, gets me closer to making this dream a reality. You’re not just funding a recording; you're becoming a collaborative producer and an essential part of this music's story.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for believing in me and in this music. Your generosity and belief in me continues to blow my mind. I can’t wait to launch Moonboy and share it with all of you soon! Please donate and share this page with everyone you know!
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