Folk Rock Singer Songwriter Corey Koehler (aka me) has released an environmental song in his song-per-month campaign. The song is titled “Frac Sand Blues.”
The song is an attempt to raise awareness about the controversial practices of Frac Sand Mining and Natural Gas Fracking.
And please, don’t just take my word for it, make up your own mind. Click the links at the bottom of this post to learn more on Frac Sand Mining and Natural Gas Fracking.
Folk Rock Singer Songwriter Corey Koehler (aka me) has released new music in his song-per-month campaign. The song is titled “I Think About You.”
The song is a tribute to the people in our lives that make life better. The people that no matter where you are or what you are doing, just the thought of them puts a smile on your face.
Good news for iPhone, iPad and Android device users. Using a service called Songpier I have created a mobile app that allows you to hear my music on your phone or mobile device.
Music isn’t the only thing on the app, there is a bunch of other stuff like lyrics, YouTube videos and show dates.
A few weeks ago before the release of “When The Rain” I posted a video asking all of you if you or anyone you know have ever did something special to encourage someone who is having a tough time either physically or emotionally?
I received a few really great responses (thank you all) but one inspiring story really stood out. It was from friend and fan Scott Hoskins. His story is both very personal and very instructive. With his permission I am sharing it with you. Read the rest of this entry
Here is the latest song in my song-per-month campaign. The song is titled “When The Rain” and was inspired by a trip to the the hospital to visit my cousin who was going through a rough time health wise.
The theme is sort of a “get well soon” song and is meant to remind her (and everyone going through a rough time) that – in my opinion anyway – the bluest skies come after rain.
Watch this First
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Just so you know, the player is locked until you share the track on Facebook. Why? For a few reasons. First, it makes it easy for you to help me spread the word (thank you). Second, it makes you look like a hero to your friends by turning them on to some new music.
NOT ON FACEBOOK (or don’t want to share)? Click here!
You will notice that the price is currently set to “Pay What You Want.” It means what it says and even includes paying nothing (yep, the song is completely free. Costs you $0). And you can download the song in any version you would like – mp3, wav, ogg, etc . Hell you can even send a copy to your friends if you feel like it and I will not call the internet police or the RIAA or anything like that.
Just so you know, If you pay anything at all between now and the first Monday in April (when I release my next song), I will put your name in the song credits under “Associate Producer” or whatever title you choose. This will forever link you to the song and proudly put you on display for everyone to see that you are supporting one very grateful musician. Your name will reside in the credits on Bandcamp, iTunes, Amazon, CdBaby, etc for now but when it comes time to release physical copy of the CD, it will be there too.
“Your contribution not only helps me offset the cost of providing this music for free but it also tells me that you think what I am doing is worth the effort and that you want me to continue creating more music and moments for you.”
A Big THANKS to last month contributors – Associate Producers: Brian Meek, Jim Jerome, Nicole Gentry and self proclaimed Podcasting Bitch: Greg Davies.
What do you think of the “When The Rain?” How does the song make you feel? Leave a comment below I’d love to hear your thoughts.
Oh and remember, this is just the one song in the string of many. My “One Song A Month Indefinitely” plan is in full swing so keep an eye out on my blog via RSS or jump on my newsletter for future releases because if you are digging this tune, you will not be sorry you did.
This coming Monday I will be releasing my next song called “When The Rain.”
Watch the video to learn more.
Question in the Video…
Have you or anyone you know ever did something special to encourage someone who is having a tough time either physically or emotionally?
If so, tell us about it in the comments below. Maybe your story will help someone else, help someone else.
JUST SO YOU KNOW this is part of my “One Song A Month Indefinitely” plan. keep an eye out on my blog via RSS or jump on my newsletter (look up and to the right) for future releases because if you are digging this tune, you will not be sorry you did.
You can never have enough creative friends and today I have a few great examples one in the form of a sketch and the other a lyric video.
First up is the image you see to your right. Out of the blue, a tear or so ago, my friend Tom Van Wyhe sent in a sketch for for “Change The World.”
Next, YouTube friend Samantha Parsons whipped up a lyric video (below).
I think she did a great job capturing the feeling of the song while at the same time integrating some pretty cool effects to display the lyrics.
Check it out!
A BIG THANKS to Tom and Samantha for their time, hard work and creativity.
Do you have a great idea for a video or some other creative that uses my music? If so I’d love to hear about it. Contact me now.
Remember, I am kicking off my “One Song A Month Indefinitely” plan starting now so keep an eye out on my blog via RSS or jump on my newsletter (look up and to the right) for future releases because if you are digging this tune, you will not be sorry you did.
Before we started I just wanted to note that it is pretty cool that the day I am releasing this new song “Why Wait”, it just happens to be National Freedom Day (just found out before posting this). I would explain why but rather than pollute your meaning in the song with mine, you’ll have to listen to it yourself to see if you understand what I mean.
Starting February 1st (next Wednesday) I am going to be releasing at least 1 brand new song per month for the foreseeable future. The song I am kicking this off with is called “Why Wait” (I can’t wait to share it with you guys).
Watch the video to learn more and to hear a question I wanted to bounce off of you.
Can You Answer This?
How would you fill in this blank?
If I could make a living doing _________ I would be the happiest person on the planet.
Sharing music is right up there with writing and performing it in my book. So I figured I’d share of few great mellow songs that have been in HEAVY rotation on my iPod.
I put these in my “Mental Massage” playlist and each one of these is great for kicking back and relaxing with.
Check them out!
Brent Dennon – “Only Rain”
Great message for those who just got dumped or are going through a break up of some sort. Might help take the edge off for a little bit anyway. And is it just me or can you hear a tinge of Tom Petty in there.
“Hi Corey, Just wanted to say I love your music and so does anyone else I have played it for. Even my kids are hooked. Dont ever stop playing and writing songs. You have a real gift.” – Karen R.
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“Corey is amazing. So easy to get to know, he treated me as a friend from the first email he sent me with his song. GREAT GUY!!” – Debbie C.
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“Corey makes you feel like you’ve been friends for years as he shares stories and sings songs from an extensive playlist that covers various artists and his own compositions.” — Sarah Severson , La Crescent Applefest 2010 Official Website
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“Never Too Late is a kind of ‘every man’ record for the hard-working Joes who know that all you need to enjoy life is a good beer and the love of a good woman. Great words to live by. The album is also touching for its sincerity because of Corey’s ability to make the listener comfortable, whether it be from his asides or his laid back nature.” — Felicia Ceballos-Marroquin, RecordSpeak
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“… you have a great voice…its a really good song, hope ya have the best of luck with it.” – Chris R.
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“Corey…ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!!! VERY catchy!!!! We love it!!!! Dave and I and Alivia were dancing listening to it!!!! Cannot wait to buy your first CD!!!!” – Marcy M.
Folk Rock Singer Songwriter Corey Koehler (aka me) has released an environmental song in his song-per-month campaign. The song is titled “Frac Sand Blues.”
