Bobby Long's Pledge Campaign

A lot of indie artists are now doing these jump start or start up campaigns to get their new albums made. It is a really popular idea that seem to work for them. But Bobby Long is using a different kind of jump start. He is using a pledging system. To me, this is win-win, for both fans and for the artist.

With this type of jump start program, the artist sets up a page where fans can purchase items directly from the artist/band and the funds are directly used to help make the album. As of June 24th, Bobby has only been at it for about a week and he is already at 69% of his goal with 51 days to go.

Check out the link below for more details on his campaign:

http://www.pledgemusic.com/projects/bobbylong

And while you are at it check out one of my favorite new Bobby Long songs

Wishes  (He says PENNIES not Panties...lol)

Music Monday – Bobby Long

It’s been a few weeks since I gave you a single artist, so today I bring to you Bobby Long.

July 9, 2010, I was drunk in a bar in LA (shocking, I know) when I had the pleasure of hearing and seeing Bobby for the first time. I was blown away instantly by his multiple talents. Singer, songwriter, and multiple instrument player. At the time, he played with a band. I couldn't believe this shy looking man with floppy hair had such a powerful voice. I was sold!!

Bobby's musical style of telling a story with his words is truly amazing. I often tell friends that Bobby seems to be an old soul, sometimes channeling an old WW2 vet telling stories. He seems to always be telling stories whether on stage singing or in between songs. Story time with Bobby Long is the best.

Here are some of my favorite songs of his:

Devil Moon

Help You Mend

Dead and Done

She Won’t Leave

The Bounty of Mary Jane

Left to Lie

Two Years Old

Penance Fire Blues

Darling, I Remember the Drink

A Winter Tale

…and just ‘cause it’s an amazing duet, Crooked Sky with Marcus Foster

Bobby is currently doing some shows across the States. If he is coming to a city near you, get your ass out there and see him. I promise you will not be disappointed.

Check him out online:

musicbobbylong.com

And you can follow Bobby on:

Twitter, YouTube, Facebook & Instagram