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April 9, 2012

Growing pains

Change. It can feel so exhilarating. And so frustrating. All rolled up in the same enchilada. Joyful Exhilaration The music, connection, and promotion of our new kirtan band, Blue Lotus Feet, has been an amazingly natural process. It has all … Continue reading →

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March 19, 2012

New music update: mid-March check-in

I blinked. Now it’s March. Since the last check-in a month ago, music has been happening. Here’s the progress update: Kirtan — We’ve been meeting up with fellow musician friends and exploring new kirtan chants together on a weekly basis. … Continue reading →

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July 14, 2011

New videos for “A Place Of My Own”

Happy to report that the mastered songs are now at DiscMakers. They estimate that the final, packaged units will arrive at my doorstep by July 20, 2011. Digital downloads are available at www.timbirchard.bandcamp.com or at www.reverbnation.com/timbirchard. Physical cd’s can be … Continue reading →

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May 22, 2011

Now available: A Place Of My Own merch!

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May 22, 2011

Progress update: A Place Of My Own

Hey Friends, Just a quick update to let you know that all mixdowns have been finished. Fundraising efforts through Kickstarter.com were wildly successful. Final mixes were delivered to Scooter’s Place for mastering last week. All album art files have been … Continue reading →

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April 30, 2011

A Place Of My Own: 112% Funded!

I’m humbled by everyone’s generosity, love, and support…

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April 24, 2011

A Place Of My Own — Funding goal reached!!

Thank you to everyone who is making this possible! Can’t wait to get the final cd into your hands!

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April 19, 2011

89% Funded!

Just want to say that my fans are the absolute best in the world. So many people are generously showing their support and love of home-grown, independently-written and recorded music. You guys are the absolute best, and I love you. … Continue reading →

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