Australian guitarist and composer Alex Stuart new Album "Aftermath"

AFTERMATH is the 4TH album of the Australian guitarist and composer. Alex will donate 10% of funds raised to Oxfam.

Project visual Australian guitarist and composer Alex Stuart new Album "Aftermath"
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07/01/2017
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Australian guitarist and composer Alex Stuart new Album "Aftermath"

<p>I'm really excited to be finally sharing with you my next album <strong>"Aftermath"</strong>, which will be released in Autumn 2017. </p><p> </p><p>My compositions and playing are influenced by very different elements, from <strong>modern jazz </strong>to <strong>post rock</strong>, to <strong>African</strong> and <strong>Latin Grooves</strong>, to <strong>Indian</strong> and <strong>Balkan inflection.</strong> These influences come from listening to, enjoying and studying very diverse musics, and from my eclectic musical encounters in <strong>Paris</strong>, <strong>Australia</strong> and <strong>India. </strong>And also the sharing of music studios, concert halls and many rehearsals with amazing people and incredible musicians.</p><p> </p><p>With '<strong>Aftermath',</strong> I try to blend these elements by making the musical process as natural as possible and to not over intellectualise things. <strong>As I go on as a musician, I’d like to deepen this idea of non genre specific music which unifies different musical cultures.'</strong></p><p> </p><p> </p><p><img alt="20170515_123821-1496006486" src="https://d3v4jsc54141g1.cloudfront.net/uploads/project_image/image/428254/20170515_123821-1496006486.jpg"></p><p> </p><p>I am an Australian, Paris based guitarist and composer. I’m currently working on my fourth album <strong>“AFTERMATH”. </strong></p><p> </p><p><img alt="Cover-art-album-2017-1496006239" src="https://d3v4jsc54141g1.cloudfront.net/uploads/project_image/image/428251/cover-art-album-2017-1496006239.jpg"></p><p> </p><p>The album features all original tracks I composed and arranged for my quintet, all of which are inspired by my life and travel experiences, amongst them through India, Europe and Asia and of course Australia.</p><p> </p><p>The process of preparing and recording this new album is an extraordinary musical journey. It brings together two of my greatest inspirations... my existence as an Australian musician in Paris and my love for the natural lifestyle.</p><p> </p><p>My love for the outdoors comes from Australia. I was lucky enough to grow up in it's beautiful landscapes and breathtaking ocean. My passion for music comes from its power to communicate and share what words can not.</p><p> </p><p>My compositions are both urban and yet inspired by the wild expanses of nature. another important inspiration for this album is the tough turning point the world is living today, to that I oppose the evident beauty that is amongst us and around us.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><img alt="Captura_de_pantalla_2017-05-28_a_las_11.26.26_p.m.-1496006862" src="https://d3v4jsc54141g1.cloudfront.net/uploads/project_image/image/428255/Captura_de_pantalla_2017-05-28_a_las_11.26.26_p.m.-1496006862.png"></p><p> </p><p>I am joined on this album by my friends and some of Paris' finest musicians: <strong>Arno de Casanove </strong>on trumpet and keys, <strong>Irving Acao</strong> on tenor saxophone,<strong> Antoine Banville </strong>on drums and, <strong>Ouriel Ellert</strong> on bass.</p><p> </p><p>I’ve been working with them in many different projects over the years, they have given their musicality and heart to make this project happen, and I couldn’t be happier with where we are taking the music.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>    </p><p> </p><p>     </p><p> </p>

Allocation of funds

<p>At this time, the music is all composed and ready to be played and performed. However, I still have some expenses to cover for the recording, mixing and promoting before "Aftermath" see's the light. For that, I need your support.</p><p> </p><p><strong>I am very proud of the music we’ve put together, I am certain the guys and me have something really special to offer, and I am looking forward to sharing it with you.</strong></p><p> </p><p>Please consider supporting us by <strong>pre –ordering</strong> the album "Aftermath", that will be released in Autumn 2017, or of course by taking advantage of our wonderful reward packages.  </p><p> </p><p><strong>Les dons récoltés serviront à payer une partie de la totalité du projet :</strong></p><p> </p><p> - Recording studio, sound engineer, mixing and mastering, and of course the amazing musicians : 3800 €</p><p>- Communication and marketing costs : 1200€</p><p>- Distribution and production of rewards: 740€</p><p>- KissKissBankBank  8% fee: 560€</p><p>- <strong>10% of funds raised will go to Oxfam</strong>: 700€</p><p> </p><p><strong>All the money will go directly to Alex stuart for production purposes for his album Aftermath. If we succeed this campaign - 10% of the total fund will go to OXFAM.</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>What if Alex gets more money  ?</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>The expenses will be definitely  higher. Alex will use the rest of the fonds for communication and publicist purposes only in France and English speaking countries, specially Australia.</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>------------------------DONATING TO CHARITY----------------------</strong></p><p> </p><p>'As I mentioned, one of the big influences for the writing of this album has been a feeling that we're at an uncomfortable  tipping point in the world right now despite the beauty that surrounds us. This hurts me. The world is a complex place but one of the root causes for this disarray I believe is global inequality. How to address that problem is also a complex question, although there are to me some obvious solutions.</p><p> </p><p>This, my first crowdfunding campaign, I believe is an occasion to make a small and symbolic step towards lessening this global inequality and poverty.</p><p> </p><p><strong>10% of funds raised will go to Oxfam whose actions are diverse and well researched in the field. No charity is perfect but their transparency and efficiency have been highly approved.</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>https://www.oxfamfrance.org/</strong></p><p><img alt="Logo-1496161972" src="https://d3v4jsc54141g1.cloudfront.net/uploads/project_image/image/428947/logo-1496161972.png"></p><p> </p><p>"Music will always remain a path to unify through melody, rhythm and harmony."</p><p> </p><p><strong>Thank you very much for watching this video, thanks for checking out our project, and thank you so much for supporting us! Every little bit that you give will go a long way.</strong></p><p> </p>

Rewards

€10

  • 10 contributions
Digital Download of 'Aftermath'

Estimated delivery: October 2017

€10

  • 2 contributions
If you just want to donate the amount you want without receiving any rewards

€15

  • 39 contributions
Advance signed copy of 'Aftermath' CD in your mail box + Digital Download

Estimated delivery: October 2017

€20

  • 6 contributions
PACK 2 CD's : 'Around' CD + 'Place to Be' CD

Estimated delivery: October 2017

€25

  • 1 contribution
Ticket to Release Concert in Paris

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€30

  • 7 contributions
Digital Download of 'Aftermath' + Ticket to Release Concert in Paris

Estimated delivery: October 2017

€35

  • 10 contributions
PACK CD / CONCERT: Advance signed copy of 'Aftermath' CD in your mail box + Digital Download of + Ticket to Release Concert in Paris

Estimated delivery: October 2017

€40

  • 8 contributions
ALBUM BOX SET : Advance signed copy of 'Aftermath' CD in your mail box + Digital Download + 'Around' CD + 'Place to Be' CD + 'Waves' Download Card

Estimated delivery: October 2017

€50

  • 8 contributions
ALBUM BOX SET* + Ticket to Release Concert *(Advance signed copy of 'Aftermath' CD in your mail box + Digital Download + 'Around' CD + 'Place to Be' CD + 'Waves' Download Card)

Estimated delivery: October 2017

€70

  • 4 contributions
PACK LESSON + CD: Advance signed copy of 'Aftermath' Physical CD in your mail box + Digital Download + Guitar Lesson (in Paris or by Skype - all around the world)

Estimated delivery: October 2017

€70

  • 6 contributions
PACK LISTENING SESSION : Advance signed copy of 'Aftermath' Physical CD in your mail box + 'Aftermath' Digital Download + 'Listening session with Alex to hear and decipher his eclectic influences' (Paris or Skype)

Estimated delivery: October 2017

€85

  • 1 contribution
ALBUM BOX SET + Guitar Lesson (Paris or by Skype)

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€200

  • 2 contributions
AUSTRALIAN CULTURAL PACKAGE - - 1 Australian Book by Highly Acclaimed Author - 1 Australian Artists Book - 1 Australian Film Classic + ALBUM BOX SET

Estimated delivery: October 2017

€250

WORKSHOP : Workshop for musicians - Alex breaks down his compositions and how his diverse influences meld together within them' (transport costs to be added if not in Paris)

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€320

  • 1 contribution
AFTERMATH COVER PHOTO: Framed Photo Print by Australian photographer Roger Stuart. + Advance signed copy of 'Aftermath' CD in your mail box + Digital Download

Estimated delivery: October 2017

€350

  • 1 contribution
PACK COVER PHOTO + ALBUM BOX SET: One framed Photo Print of choice by Australian photographer Roger Stuart Choose your 3 photos at : http://www.alex-stuart.com/crowdfunding-photo-print-reward-roger-stuart/ + ALBUM BOX SET.

Estimated delivery: October 2017

€800

FRAMED PHOTO BOX SET (3 Framed Photo Print of Choice by Roger Stuart) Choose your 3 photos at : http://www.alex-stuart.com/crowdfunding-photo-print-reward-roger-stuart/ + ALBUM BOX SET

Estimated delivery: October 2017

€1,500

    BUY A CONCERT OF ALEX STUART 'AFTERMATH' QUINTET (Transport costs to be added)

    Estimated delivery: November 2017

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