Hi friends, family, and kindred spirits,

My name is Aiden Blankenship, and I'm a psychedelic folk musician and poet from Southern Indiana. I come from three generations of musicians and storytellers, and I'm raising funds to record my first full-length album—a collection of original songs shaped by loss, love, healing, renewal, and the deep-rooted magic of the hills I call home.

Over the past two years, I’ve had the honor of showcasing my songs at Folk Alliance Region Midwest, Folk Alliance International in Kansas City, and most recently in Folk Alliance International in Montreal. Throughout Indiana I have had the joy of sharing the stage with some of the most inspiring voices in today’s folk scene. This support has fueled my belief that the time is now to capture these songs in the studio and share them with a wider audience.

Your contribution will help cover:

Studio recording & production costs

Mixing & mastering

Musician and collaborator compensation

Album artwork and physical copies

Distribution and promotional outreach

This project isn’t just about making a record—it’s about building something honest and lasting, something that speaks to anyone who’s ever felt outside the lines but found peace in a melody. Whether you're able to give or simply share this campaign, your support means the world.

Thank you for helping me turn this dream into something real. Let’s make this record together.

With gratitude and love,

Aiden Blankenship