November and December have been such busy months. I have had no time to record at all, which can be frustrating at times as 'The Orange Line' is sounding very good at the moment. I have had some great opportunities, and support over these last few months. I have had to make difficult decisions; and am still pursuing opportunities where I can. Here is a round up of the last few months:
Freaky Pug PR/Records
I began November being very very excited. I had discussed terms etc with Freaky Pug PR/Records, and was delighted to become a Freaky Artist. Freaky Pug really did go that extra mile for me and were extremely professional throughout. We had agreed to release certain materials, and I was very very excited to be doing this.
Unfortunately, just over a week or so of being a Freaky Artist, I had many personal circumstances going on that pushed me into ending the agreement with Freaky Pug, and so no longer being a Freaky Artist and able to. continue my work with them. We had discussed the release of my first single 'Vixen - Part 1, 2, 3, & 4' from my 2008 album 'AFTER. THE. RUSH. HOUR'S. GONE' which I was unable to pursue fully with them. In all honestly, I was completely gutted about all this. Freaky Pug throughout this time were extremely professional and understanding. They have been fantastic to work with and I hold them in high regard. Very very dedicated people.
Radioactive Scotland and Harrow Community Radio
I have had more radio stations play my songs. In November I had 'Merchant City Man' played by Joan on Radioactive Scotland. In December I also had 'UFO' played on Joan's show. I also had 'UFO' played by Alex Irons on Harrow Community Radio. Has been excellent to get the songs exposure, especially 'UFO' which is one of my most current works-in-progress. Very happy with this.
Intamision Music - Song of the Week
Intamission music had previously reviewed my music and I was delighted by the comments about my music and sound generally. They were seeking a Song of the Week, and bands/musicians to review etc. So I contacted them suggesting they use my track 'UFO' as their song of the week. I was delighted to find a message sent by Intamission music saying they were going to make 'UFO' their Song of the Week. This is fantastic exposure for the song, and has seen the song receive quite a good few more listens. I am very thankful to the guys at Intamission music for this. Great support by great people.
Brit Rock Army - 'Revolution' Compilation album
Early December I received the confirmation regarding the Brit Rock Army compilation album I'd been hoping for - 'UFO' made it onto the album 'Revolution'. Due to everyone voting on Brit Rock Army's Facebook link, myself and 29 other musicians/bands made it onto the album. I am delighted by this and am able to work with the talented and dedicated Brit Rock Army and Freaky Pug PR/Records. This album will be out early 2013, date TBC.
Amazon Music, itunes, etc
Due to the compilation album release and initial set up by Freaky Pug of the single 'Vixen - Part 1, 2, 3 & 4', I have had music featured on high profile music websites such as itunes, Amazon Music and Spotify. The song 'UFO' will be available through Red Dragon Records, and at a later date Brit Rock Army, through different music platforms online.
1st Renaissance - Artwork
One day I came across the artwork for the compilation album '1st Renaissance' by Red Dragon Records, which will feature my track 'UFO'. I thought it was a very eye catching cover. I hadn't noticed at first, but my album cover for 'The Orange Line' had been one of the album covers used to make up the compilation cover. I was delighted about this as I do enjoy making the art for my music, and to have it featured on this cover is a great privilege.
2012 has been a very surprising year for me. I began this year not knowing what direction to go in, or what sound I wanted to create. I even considered whether to stop writing and recording music altogether. The support of other people has definitely been a massive contributing factor in me creating 'The Orange Line' and continuing to pursue my music. Friends, musicians and those dedicated to getting independent music out there - the promoters, radio DJs, PR agents, etc, have all helped.
It is only a few weeks until 2013. This may be my last blog entry for 2012. I would like to thank everyone this year who has helped out, you are all amazing people. Good luck and every success in 2013!
Watch this space,
Wullae
http://www.freakypug.co.uk
http://www.intamissionmusic.co.uk
http://reddragonrecords.zimbalam.com
http://www.radioactivescotland.com
http://hcrfm.org/
http://www.BritRockArmy.blogspot.com
http://soundcloud.com/the-vinegar-tits
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