Debut Album printing - almost there! - July 26, 2011
The target is approaching so if you would like a copy of the debut album please email me now tamara@tamararickett.com
Tam xx
PS.. I can't afford to re-print, so it is now or never my friends!
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Pre Pay for the Debut Album - March 31, 2011
In a nutshell - if you would like a copy of the debut album, please email me directly: tamara@tamararickett.com
For the full story....keep reading....
Music and artwork for 'Better Use of Me' was completed in June 2009 (about 1 year after we started recording). Unfortunately my designer’s (and good friend's) laptop containing the finished artwork and all original photos was stolen. After searching through old emails etc etc, I found the details for the album artwork and the designer was back on the case.
While this was happening, I was in a state of confusion with how to find the money to print the album. Pride and part guilt would not allow me take a loan from a friend. As most of you know, my personal circumstances since embarking on the album project had been flipped upside down so any wage I received was channelled to my new family.
I researched the options to get the album printed: artist management, labels or simply a small distribution deal. Yes, I became flustered and stepped to the side for awhile to finish my university study. The album, the band, the next step, remained circling in my mind.
I have decided enough is enough. I like the album, the band deserves to be heard – especially due to all the long hours my lovely friends put in to rehearsing, tweaking, recording and performing my music. For this I am eternally grateful.
What I have done is set up an album only bank account. When the amount in the account reaches NZ$2,500 I will press 250 albums. I am asking you to pre-purchase the album for NZ$25 and once the goal amount is reached I will post your copy direct to you. So – if you are interested in having your very own copy email me: tamara@tamararickett.com
If the target is not reached by 31 December 2011, you will receive a full refund.
Thanks for your support.
Tamara
Guest Spot on Coach Album - February 10, 2011
A sneak peak of beautifully dark track 'Roulette Wheel', by Coach.. and myself, flattered to be a part of it.
Ymedia 2010 - winners 'Designasaurs' - September 18, 2010
Check out the winners of the 2010 Ymedia challenge - Team Designasaurs. These ladies are impressive! Their proposal video is set to my song 'Extraordinary'.
Matt Ledingham - on guitaring the album 'Better Use of Me' - May 10, 2010
Abe Kunin talks to eminent Auckland-based guitar player Matt Ledingham about his work on my upcoming album 'Better Use of Me'.
March 2010 - March 9, 2010
Thanks to everyone who came out in Hamilton/Auckland/Whitianga to see us. The band played great and I had an awesome time! I am working on some new tunes at the moment and also trying to get some arrangements happening of some old negro spirituals that Finn found in a second hand shop in Oamaru. If we are lucky we might be able to get some demos up on the site soon. I have also added a little video of a live performance from last year at the School of Music. Check it out in the "VIDEO" section.
Txx
Summer Gigs - December 28, 2009
Another year almost over... resolution time I suppose.. Looking forward to the upcoming summer gigs in Hamilton, Auckland + the Coromandel!
Wine Cellar Gig - November 8, 2009
Have a lazy wine this week with Coach and Tamara Rickett & the Lickity Splits at the yummy Wine Cellar...
Thursday 12th November 9pm on...
New Tune - October 10, 2009
I have just loaded up a live recording of one of my new tunes "Holy Water". It was recorded at the School of music on the 20th Sept 09 direct to 4 track. This tune is in its infancy, I dont even have lyrics for the end section as yet but I dig it ....so here it is, enjoy!!