Wherever I May Roam (Solo): MP3/WAV (Patreon)

I really hope you've been enjoying the new single. And sharing too.

If you'd like to sing-along, you'll find the lyrics on my website.

On Monday, I mentioned that one of the reasons I decided to release the single was because of a music commentator named Bob Lefsetz. It was actually a couple posts ("How to Promote" and "New Mick Jagger Tracks")  he made that inspired me to release this single.

Typically, I've had very little success releasing singles. But years ago, I paid for some big discounts for releasing singles via CD Baby. I haven't used them. So I guess this is as good a time as any. Plus, it allows me to test the waters.

I've been trying to change the way I release music for a while now. But I love having themed CDs because they're so much easier to sell if I know exactly who wants them.

One of the things Lefsetz suggests in "How to Promote" is to get music out to your fans and see what happens. See if I get a reaction.

You may've noticed fewer traditional Celtic songs in my repertoire. That's because those songs get the smallest reaction of anything I do. I don't know why. But I can guess. 

I remember someone coming up to me after a show and asking about my CDs. We were at a Celtic venue. So I immediately pointed to one of my Celtic albums. They responded, "No thanks. I have plenty of those songs on albums. What else have you got?" 

What gets the best response? 

Sci Fi Drinking Songs, 

Firefly Drinking Songs, 

Don't Go Drinking With Hobbits,

Irish Drinking Songs for Cat Lovers.

Those are the ones most of my fans want to hear. So those are the ones I'm focused on.

Sigh.

Okay, I say that. but this song does not fit any of those themes above. But at least it's a original, and I love it. 

I started playing music because I wanted to be a songwriter. That's what I'm doing. 

With any luck, you love this song enough to share it with your friends.

Yes, I just repeat that. I know the Gunn Runners Club is private page. But I am fine with you sharing this song with someone if you think it'll help me create a new fan.

I can only do so much on my own. I am nothing without you behind me cheering me on and sharing my music. So share the video if you like. Or send someone the MP3.

Write about it. Give it away to your fans. Make a video using the song. 

Whatever ye like. 

I'd love hear where you're sharing it.

Oh! ONE MORE THING

There's one other thing you could. Record yourself playing along and send a new mix. I'd be happy to send the basic tracks if you're interested in that. Just let me know.

Thanks as always. And keep in mind that the single will be on sale on Aug 14, 2017.

Slainte!

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