Career Development Grant

The goal of the completion of the first full length, self-titled Superior Siren album is to share the music the collaborative has created and immerse the community with the beauty and wonder of the eerie folk sound. I want to increase the listenership of Superior Siren while keeping the current audience of supporters. A goal is to advance my artistic career and build a financial foundation for the Superior Siren project to grow. A goal of the album is to have a clean audio sound and a clear representation of the music. A unifying theme will be heard through the music and seen through the album art. I want a quality album to be available in CD, Vinyl and Digital formats in order to create an enjoyable listening experience for all. Superior Siren will perform release shows in Duluth and Minneapolis to unveil the work. We will then showcase the music and distribute and promote the album throughout the Midwestern United States. I anticipate many more opportunities to emanate from this project. The success of increased numbers of Superior Siren listeners will be identified through Superior Siren social media traffic. I will analyze the online traffic statistics to confirm an increase in listeners and fans. Another method to measure an increase in listeners will be to evaluate music sales. An increase in music sales and online streaming will represent an expanded audience. More performance opportunities and greater attendance at performances will also display the increased popularity of Superior Siren, and will show the success of my goal to connect and inspire more listeners. Compensation will be commensurate with increased popularity and performance opportunities which will advance my artistic career and help build a foundation for the Superior Siren project. The production by Tom Fabjance at Sacred Heart Recording Studio will guarantee a beautiful sound, and the design by Michelle Bennett of Wolkfskull Creative will provide a pristine appearance. Manufacturing the CDs and Vinyl through Noiseland Industries will guarantee a professional and affordable process and will ensure a quality album to share and distribute. Available CDs, Vinyl, and Digital music will accommodate all preferred mediums of listeners. Successful release shows and a prosperous Midwest tour will be executed through positive connections with local and regional music venues and supporting acts.