Patronage
I recently saw patronage defined as "...the support, encouragement, privilege,
or financial aid that an organization or individual bestows to another"
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While I'll still offer everything individually at the Yard Sale, I'd like to move towards a more interactive, ongoing relationship that's more const-effective and easy for you, and more interesting and personal for both of us. My favorite ideas have consistently been the ideas that involve the most direct, flexible interaction with you (Unique Recordings, house shows, handmade editions of releases, sliding scale, on and on). As I move further & further away from a traditional rock existence (long tours, regular clubs, mass-produced items), I become more interested in a simple, lifelong, sustainable relationship with my art and those that enjoy it and want to support me in making it. Back in the day they called this sort of thing patronage, and it was only for the well-to-do. This could be for well-to-do people too (and I'd love that, cos I think that sort of patronage is very cool), but I'm creating all sorts of possibilities for all sorts of people. So, whether you want to get stuff cheap or begin a long conversation about ways we could make things together and support each other, let's do it.
You have supported me in all these ideas over the years, you've let me keep making them, while raising my daughter in the process. You've made a difference in my life. Judging from the things you've said and written over the years, the music and the way I've made it has made a difference for you, too. This is all an acknowledgment of the relationship we've forged, a promise that I'll keep going, and an invitation for you to keep going with me.
So, check out some options, and feel free to suggest any ideas you don't see. When you choose one you like, write to me at jonahstuff (at) gmail (dot) com and we'll sort it out. Then we can do the Tip Jar thing, or work out the best way for whatever amount you're choosing.
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$60-ish gets you:
A handmade, limited edition '16, 23, 32...' boxed set
Any regular CD, DVD or vinyl from the Yard Sale (http://jonahmatranga.com/yardsale)
A t-shirt or other $15-ish item from the Yard Sale
An album/show download of your choice from jTunes (http://jonahmatranga.com/jtunes)
Everything personalized as you like
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Yard Sale Buffet
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$100-ish gets you:
A handmade, limited edition '16, 23, 32...' boxed set
2 regular releases (CD, DVD or vinyl) from the Yard Sale
A hoodie from the yard sale
A t-shirt or other $15-ish item from the Yard Sale
3 album downloads of your choice from jTunes
Everything personalized as you like
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Unique
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$250-ish gets you:
A 1-song Unique Recording (http://jonahmatranga.com/unique)
A handmade, limited edition '16, 23, 32...' boxed set
Any 3 recordings (CD, DVD or vinyl) from the Yard Sale, whether available now OR made in the next year
3 Ts, hoodies or other items from the Yard Sale
3 album downloads of your choice from jTunes
Everything personalized as you like |
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More Uniquer
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$600-ish gets you:
A 5-song Unique Recording (or multiple recordings totalling 5 songs)
A handmade, limited edition '16, 23, 32...' boxed set
5 recordings (CD, DVD or vinyl) from the Yard Sale, whether available now OR made in the next year
3 Ts, hoodies or other items from the Yard Sale
3 album downloads of your choice from jTunes
Everything personalized as you like |
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House Call
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$1500-ish gets you:
A house/personal show anywhere in the US
One of *anything* you want that's available now in the Yard Sale AND that's made in the next year.
A 5-song Unique Recording (or multiple recordings totaling 5 songs)
Unlimited album downloads of your choice for one year from jTunes
Everything personalized as you like
*AND/OR any similar ideas to all of the above |
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Global Home
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$2500-ish gets you:
A personal show anywhere in the world
A 10-song Unique Recording (or multiple recordings totaling 10 songs)
One of everything you want that's available now in the Yard Sale AND that's made in the next year.
Unlimited album downloads of your choice for 3 years from jTunes
Everything personalized as you like
*AND/OR any similar ideas to all of the above |
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5-Year Fun
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$5000-ish gets you:
2 personal shows anywhere in the world in the next 5 years
One of everything you want that's available now AND that's made in the next 5 years
A Unique Recording of up to 3 songs every year for 5 years
Unlimited album downloads of your choice for 5 years from jTunes
Everything personalized as you like
*AND/OR any similar ideas to all of the above |
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In It To Win It
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$10,000-ish (or more) gets you:
We name it. All of the above and beyond. Unlimited personal shows, recordings, clothing, books, downloads, individually made items, ideas and adventures of all sorts. Essentially, an ongoing, individually designed, dynamic artist/patron relationship, renewable after 5 years (or more if you like, depending on what we make up together)
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Here's an easy, secure way to pay for random stuff (unique recordings, special orders, etc) or just be extra nice.
Super-simple directions:
1. Click 'Add To Cart'
2. Type in any amount you choose (depending on what you're paying for, or just what you feel like giving)
3. Click 'Update Cart'* (don't forget that part!)
4. Click 'Checkout' to use PayPal or any credit card.
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Yard Sale / jTunes Info
Whether you're getting merch or downloads, it all goes into the same cart for quick and easy checkout.
You'll receive an e-mail with easy, secure links for any downloads.
Please double-check yr address and make sure you've specified the size, color, etc.
Please allow 1-3 weeks for delivery.
Depending on many factors (mail, inventory, etc.),
it'll be super-quick sometimes, other times not so much...
It's a home-style operation. I will always personally attend to any issues.
Payment can be made via credit card or PayPal. If you'd like to pay by cash or check, we can work that out too.
This store operates on a sliding scale. It's simple: After you've chosen what you want, if you'd like to pay less than what the suggested price is, just enter littleslide, bigslide or superslide in the Discount Code window at checkout.
On the other hand, if you're feeling rich and/or generous, use the tip jar and enter any amount you like.
Basically, have fun buying stuff, for a fair price, direct from the person that made it. That's what this is all about.
Any thoughts, lemme know via the board, or write to jonahmerch (at) gmail (dot) com.
Thanks - xoJonah
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