Alas de Liona's New Album 'Lightning and Fire'

Help contribute to the debut contemporary folk album from artist Alas de Liona!!
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Alas de Liona
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Ridgecrest, California
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What am I doing here?

Hey there, Folks! My name is Alas de Liona. I'm a musician, singer, and songwriter from Ridgecrest, California. I've been writing and performing for a few years now and I haven't found anything quite as exhilarating as making music. I love to sing, but songwriting is really my passion and I plan to pour my heart and soul into my first full length album, Lightning and Fire. I've currently written 12 songs specifically for Lightning and Fire, and I'm so very excited to record them, which is why I'm coming to you: I need your help. My goal is to self-produce with the generous assistance of a few friends and supportive individuals. This means the album will be considerably less expensive than it might normally be, but it will still be a huge financial undertaking. I'm asking for $6,000 which really isn't a lot for the production and distribution of a full length album. Anything you can give will help, but packages are available as a token of appreciation for your support. Music really is my favorite thing and there's nothing I'd love more than to bring Lightning and Fire to fruition.


The long and short of the deal:

As far as the specifics go, I'll be using the $6,000 for various expenses pertaining to the creation of Lightning and Fire:

  • $2000  for hiring session musicians
  • $2500 for CD replication and the purchase of other merchandise (Posters, T-Shirts, Etc.)
  • $1000 for graphic design and advertising
  • $200 for album distribution and copyright fees
  • $300 as a cushion for unexpected costs
I won't be budgeting in studio time, as we'll be doing most of the recording ourselves. If the entire goal isn't met, the priority is still Lightning and Fire. all money earned will go toward making the album happen with an earnest attempt to deliver everything promised to those who contributed. Although it might mean that the final outcome may be more modest, Lightning and Fire is a labor of love and I am very serious about following through with it. With your help though, I know we can reach the goal and I can provide everyone with the full content of the declared packages. If for some reason I can't, everyone who contributed $10 or more will at least receive a digital download of the album.


Why Lightning and Fire?

I'm a huge fan of many genres, but my personal sound is moving in the direction of contemporary folk with touches of indie rock and synth. I hope to combine those musical elements with certain lyrical themes. Lightning and Fire addresses the idea of fear and how it expresses itself both within and without us. This album is of great personal meaning to me, which is why I am so excited to get started!
It was hard to choose which song to begin with, but ultimately I decided to record September's Ghost as an introduction to what may be expected from the album. It has elements of stylized western folk which separates it a bit from the rest of the album, but it contains the basic foundation of the album's sound: Layered vocal harmonies, folk instrumentals, and electronic textures. 
Your contribution to this project means more to me than I can say. I've released a 7-song EP titled Augustine Drums, but this is really my first effort to put together an entire album with a consistent musical direction. Lightning and Fire, I feel, is truer to who I am and I can't wait for everyone to hear it.  


It won't be easy...

A project like this takes time. My goal is to have it completed by early 2016, but I'll update everyone via my website and Facebook as it progresses. You can follow me on Twitter and Instagram as well.

PLEASE SHARE THIS PAGE LIKE CRAZY!!! I can't emphasize enough how important it is that we get the word out. The more we raise, the more we can invest in the album! Thank you so much to everybody who is contributing in whatever way you can. Even if you're unable to give financially, a simple share can be more helpful than you know. Don't forget to use the Indiegogo share tools!!


Special thanks to Bobby Steele (recording/mixing/instrumentals), Lea Patrick (vocal harmonies), Steve Hill (instrumentals), and Tess McDonald (Alas de Liona logo)!! Wouldn't be possible without you guys!!!



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