Monday, November 23, 2009
Hey To All...
It's Been a while...
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
An amazing week
Saturday, June 6, 2009
Hey everybody, I wanted to let you know I started twittering. Wow, technology is moving so fast. My twitter name is
billydeandotcom. I know some of you, like me are unsure of how our web world is changing, but ultimately it is a good thing. For instance, because I haven't been out on the road touring, I lost touch with so many of you that I use to be able to see on a regular basis when I was on tour, back stage, or at the autograph table after the show. With facebook, youtube, twitter and my .com domain, I am slowly reconnecting again. I don't know about you, but it takes me a while to read and respond. I am starting to integrate that time into my daily routine. Probably like some of you, I was reluctant to dive in at first. I was afraid that If I couldn't keep up, the fans would get upset. I must say you guys are very patient. I still have a lot of catching up to do in terms of reading and responding, but I do read what you say, and I find myself watching less tv at night and using that time to write and connect.
I am starting to go back out on the road, and I can't believe how many people I've run into, that have been to shows in the past, but are not really actively using the web as a way to stay connected. Please, if you know anyone who is familiar with my music, would you let them know where to find me? I will constantly strive to get more consistent with getting new information up. It is easy to give everyone a daily twitter as to where I am and what I'm up too, but it takes a while for new music, videos and photos.
Next week at www.billydean.com I will update my tour schedule, as well as post some new photos. In about 3 weeks I will have hard copies manufactured of the new album BILLY DEAN SINGS RICHARD LEIGH. I hope in the future I can offer my music digitally for downloads only. It could save you and I almost 5 bucks a c.d. In the meantime, I know some of you would rather have a hard copy so I will press some up.
I am releasing my version of THE GREATEST MAN I NEVER KNEW to radio shortly. I will be posting the radio stations who are playing it so you can tune in. Well that's all for now......billy
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Update for the Fans and Friends
I just returned from Napa Valley where I did a new photo shoot with the famous photographer Jim Shea. This guy is amazing and has shot all of my heroes, like James Taylor, Jackson Brown, The Eagles, etc... I will post some of the pics very soon. I should have the artwork completed for the new album soon and posted in a couple of days. I can't wait to get your feedback on the new album.
The response has been great regarding the live DVD recording. I haven't set a date yet because I want to make sure there is enough notice for those who want to attend.
If any of you want me to come to your area to perform, there is a new site you should check out: Eventful. This site is a valuable tool for both you and me in terms of planning and routing my dates. It's exciting to think I may get the chance to reconnect with fans in person, and to have new music to perform.
Also, I wanted to let you know our website is a work in progress and I do appreciate your feedback as we go forward. Get ready for some new music, new photos...it's on the way.
On another note, I've been writing with Robin Meade. Robin is the headline news anchor on CNN. Her show is called Morning Express with Robin Meade. Robin has a new book coming out in September called Morning Sunshine. She and I wrote a song and recorded it last weekend here in Nashville. You might catch a podcast on her site of us in the studio.
Thanks,
Billy
Thursday, April 16, 2009
To The Fans
A LOT HAS CHANGED IN OUR MUSIC INDUSTRY SINCE I RELEASED AND TOURED THE "LET THEM BE LITTLE" ALBUM. I CAME OFF THE ROAD IN ORDER BUILD MY OWN MUSIC COMPANY WITH THESE OBJECTIVES:
1. WRITE AND RECORD NEW AND FRESH MUSIC FOR YOU, INCLUDE YOU DURING THE PROCESS, AND TO EVENTUALLY TOUR AND PERFORM AGAIN IN YOUR LOCAL AREA
2. TO HELP OTHER SINGERS AND SONGWRITERS IN YOUR LOCAL
COMMUNITY BY GIVING THEM A ROAD MAP,THROUGH A SERIES OF BLOGS
BASED ON MY EXPERIENCE IN THE INDUSTRY.
3. TO PROMOTE AND CALL ATTENTION TO BUSINESSES THAT ARE TAKING AN ACTIVE ROLL
IN THE HEALTH AND WELL BEING OF OUR CHILDREN AND OUR
COMMUNITIES, USING MUSIC AND FAN SUPPORT TO HELP BUILD THEIR BRANDS.
THESE ARE MY MAIN OBJECTIVES. ALL I NEED IS YOUR PARTICIPATION AND SUPPORT AND WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF OTHERS AND OUR COMMUNITIES, AND WE'LL HAVE A BLAST DOING IT TOGETHER.
I HAVE LAUNCHED A NEW SITE AND I NEED YOUR HELP TO GROW OUR ONLINE COMMUNITY. I ALSO WANT YOUR FEEDBACK AS TO HOW I CAN MAKE THE SITE BETTER IN REACHING THESE OBJECTIVES.
ALSO, I AM MAKING PLANS TO RECORD A DVD IN NASHVILLE IN FRONT OF A LIVE AUDIENCE OF APPROX. 250 PEOPLE THIS YEAR
CELEBRATING 20 YEARS IN THE BUSINESS.
POST COMMENTS ON MY SITE IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN BEING THERE,
AND I WILL GIVE MORE DETAILS LATER.