Crowdfunding Triumph For Indie-Folk Band Speak, Brother
The awesome Speak, Brother released their brand new EP, ‘Light Runs After Us’, on Good Friday after smashing their first Rocket Fuel goal! The 4-track collection was met with a whole host of glowing feedback and labelled as “genuinely thrilling” (My Random Jukebox) and “mesmerising” (Tony Cummings - Cross Rhythms) by reviewers, proof that there are great things in store for the indie-folk quartet.
We caught up with frontman James Herring to find out the secrets behind the band’s crowdfunding success and get the latest news on the release.
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1. What have you been up to recently?
Loads it seems! Our EP was received well after it's release last week with BBC Radio 2 airplay and numerous positive reviews. We also launched our EP at our first out of town launch show followed by an intimate living room show. Lots of fun times!
2. Congratulations on smashing your first Rocket Fuel goal. What’s your secret to success?
Thanks! We're astounded at the commitment that our fans have shown to us.. I think the best thing for us was that it forced us to step out and think about what simple things we can do, at a little cost, but enable us to add value to people who like us and our music.
3. How did you come up with the ideas for your products?
We're blessed to have crafty creatives around us to work up special lyric sheets, bracelets and drawings. We love items that are based around our lyrics, as lyrics are important to us.
4. What does the future hold for Speak, Brother? Any plans for the next year?
We're already writing for the next record! But in the more immediate future, we're looking to do a live recording and start a tour of living rooms and back gardens this summer!
5. Have you got any advice for artists wanting to take their music forward?
Keep it real and keep it fun.
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You can find out first hand what all the fuss is about by purchasing a signed copy of ‘Light Runs After Us’ here or hosting Speak, Brother on their #NoPlaceLikeHome Tour of Homes! Head over to their Rocket Fuel mission to find out more.
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