Q |
Does
Todd know about this?
What does he think? |
A |
 Don't know yet. He knew about the last one. Here's a pic as I presented him with a poster-sized version of the ad. |
Q |
What
is the price of the ad? |
A |
That's up to Rolling Stone. We're bucking for the cheapest we can get since this is as grass roots as it gets. |
Q |
What
happens if you don't reach the full page goal? |
A |
First,
I really think we'll make it. But if we don't get the full page
amount, I'll buy as big an ad as I can. |
Q |
Why
no free gifts this time? |
A |
There might be later. We're going to try just ad money for a while to see how fans like it. Merchandise adds huge costs that can take away from the ad size. Let us know what you think! |
Q |
I
heard an ad cost that was a lot higher and somewhere else that it was a lot lower. What gives? |
A |
Don't trust posted rates. You only get them from a real RS agent. |
Q |
What
is the status of the project? |
A |
You
can always check the STATUS page for details. |
Q |
Can
I contribute in the name of someone else? |
A |
Yes.
Just indicate what name you would like listed in your message. After your initial $25, you
may add as many names as you like for $10 extra each. Names only, though,
please: no web address. |
Q |
Will
you allow political statements or profanity? |
A |
No.
I reserve the right to refuse any contribution or name for any reason. If I don't run the listing, I will refund the contribution. |
Q |
What if I don't want to list my name, or be in the high-donor list? |
A |
Give
what your heart tells you. Then indicate if you want to be anonymous or listed in a section below your contribution level. I'll work with everyone as best I can. |
Q |
Can
I make a pledge and pay later? |
A |
Of
course. However, the STATUS page list
and the project revenues will only show what has been paid. Also,
only names of pledges paid in full by the deadline (TBD) will be included
in the final ad. |
Q |
Why
should I pay now? |
A |
It
takes money to raise money. Payments now allow for post cards to
be printed and distributed at shows. Early donations make running
classified ads in major papers possible. Also, the more fans who
show their support now, the easier it will be to encourage others
to join and for media outlets to consider this newsworthy. Watch for special incentives for early contributions, too. |
Q |
Who
are you and why are you doing this? |
A |
Some
bio info can be found on the ABOUT page.
As for why I'm doing this...well, because I have to. Todd's music
got me through tough times, but more than that, it elevated my thinking,
and provided me with focus and a way at looking at life with hope.
He deserves recognition for making it, and the work should not be
ignored or forgotten. Someone should do something. I can. So I do.
But it doesn't work without fans. |
Q |
Will
you make money? |
A |
I
certainly hope so! But I take nothing for my time. Additional
proceeds will be saved for future projects or for ads in other publications. |
Q |
Fans
have the music and Todd doesn't crave attention, so what's the point? |
A |
The
statement of this ad campaign is that if many fans show they still
care after all these years, maybe the next generation has a reason
to take notice. The music should be known and exposed as widely
as possible. Not shared only by a secret cult. At least that's my
view. |
Q |
Why
Rolling Stone? |
A |
If I could think of a better place, I would. Some say Billboard or MOJO. The former is an industry insider piece and the latter a British publication. If enough money comes in, I'll do them all. |
Q |
Which issue will the ad run in? |
A |
There's a Music Retrospective issue slated for Dec 6 - so that's the failsafe. But if the funds are there sooner, we'll go Full Page as soon as we can. Then reboot for another shot later in the year. Or go for Guitar Player, USA Today... there are lots of options. |
