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.
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.
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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.
Two years ago I had the privilege of writing and performing “Take This Ring” for an aunt and uncles wedding. Then, this last summer, I had the privilege of performing this song live for a bride and grooms first dance as a married couple. Today both events come together in the form of a music video.
Behind The Song
“Take This Ring” is a custom song written specifically for my uncle and aunt, Mark and Bonnie Aeling. I wanted to capture the feelings and thoughts that race through your head at that moment you realize how in love you are with someone and know you want to spend the rest of your life with that one person
Behind The Video
The bride and groom in the video are Cole and Krista McKean. They heard the song, loved it and asked me to perform it for their first dance (That night was the first night I ever met them). As you’ll see they look great together in the video.
So here you go, press play and watch the video now. Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments below.
By the way, if you do not have it already, learn how how you can get this song free by clicking here now.
Like you I am a huge fan of good music. I am always looking to find and share whatever I find with you anytime I can.
Today, aside from authoring a headline longer than 3 freight trains, I wanted to profile a few of the world class singer-songwriters that I have the honor of supporting next Wednesday night (Sept. 21st) at the Mayo Civic in Rochester, MN: Sally Barris, Jon Vezner and Brandon Sampson.
Here are a few facts and some video from each of these artists. Enjoy!
Last Wednesday I had the pleasure of playing up in Chanhassen, MN at School II. It was a great trip and I’ll have more about how it went in a post on Monday. But for now I just wanted to share my new tune with you.
It is called “Cold Shoulder”. It is basically a tune about getting home really late after being out with my buddies all night. I bet many of you can relate to this whether you are the one home alone or the one getting home late.
Either way, here it is. Let me know what you think and don’t be afraid of sharing it with everyone you know.
A big thanks to Stephanie Shinn for the great video footage.
OH, and before I forget, be on the look out for some future posts on this very subject. You could just sign up to my fanlist at visit PlanetCorey.com. I will deliver the article right to your email inbox and I’ll even give 3 free mp3 downloads right now just to say thanks.
I heard that it was a good idea to explain the meanings behind your songs to help people connect better with both the artist and the song, so I figured I would try it out. Today, i would like to tell you about the inspiration behind my song “How To Change The World”. Also, it gives me a chance to share a sketch about the song which was done by a fantasy football blogger freind of mine, Tom Van Wyhe.
Change The World Sketch by Tom Van Wyhe
Frustration
The theme of this song comes from my frustration with and my desire to reach out to two types of people;
1) People who complain…
…about everything going on around them and not doing anything about it. I know these types of people very well because I was one for a long time and still have to remind myself to this day.
2) People that simply choose to vote for one team…
…or the other as if there are only two – when neither team has done squat for years and years – and then expect things to change. Again, for years I was one of these people.
My Humble Advice
My humble advice (in the chorus) and fictional example of someone making a difference (last verse) both come from personal observation, many years of reading, and advice from people who know. I truly believe that we can all change things for the better but we have to start with ourselves and work outward. Like Ghandi said “You must be the change you wish to see in this world”.
So I guess when it is all said and done, my belief is that the answer to “Change The World” is to start with changing your world.
Listen here
“Change The World”
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Well I didn’t get it out as early as I had hoped BUT I did get it out on Memorial Day. My first video release was a learning experience and I will definitely allow for more time in the future.
I am extremely thankful to those of you who submitted your photos and I hope that you are happy with the way the video turned out.
Also, I want to thank my sister Heather for sacrificing her limited time to help out with this. It was great working with you on this. There were a ton of late nights with early mornings involved and it wasn’t easy but you did a great job.
If you have any thoughts about the video, the song or want to share a story of someone close to you that has passed, do so in the comments below. I’d love to hear from you!
Check out this video of an artist named Matthew Ryan. While I am will be performing in the lobby during intermissions at the Americana Showcase on April 15th at the Rochester Mayo Civic theatre, Matthew will be one of the artists on the main stage.
Now I know you might think that I am biased for what I am about to say, since I am playing there myself, BUT I’ve been a spectator at two previous Americana Showcases and I can tell you that there is nothing like them around here – especially if you are fan of any form of acoustic music. The environment is very intimate and the people – artists and fans – are extremely friendly and way passionate.
Bottom line, if you are a music fan, you don’t want to miss these types of shows.
Go learn more about the show and check out more from these artists, click here now!
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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.”
