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Present - The Weather Channel 2000 => Local Forecast => Topic started by: Alejandro on February 06, 2009, 06:56:03 PM
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I just got in touch with her today and this is what she told me
Peace Alejandro, (I've always liked that name)
Please tell your peeps at TWC Today that after 2yrs (and even travelling to London to shop for a recording deal) - I finally, finally got some interest from a major label here in the States. It's Head's Up International a division of Concord Jazz. It is home to some really impressive musicians - (as usual, out of a roster of approx 25 - there are only 3 women - Where are the female musicians??!!!).
Periodically I've sent email's to the guy listed as President on their website notifying him of upcoming gigs and amazingly last week he sent a reply requesting that I send him my music.
From his last email (yesterday) he apparently was on his way out-of-town when my package arrived last friday, so he handed it off to his 'Marketing Director' for a preliminary listen. So cross your fingers, make appropriate sacrifices to whichever deities light your world - I might just have product released this year on a MAJOR LABEL. This means access to the kind of Marketing, Promotion and Tour Support that I've never, ever had. In this economy Alejandro this is nothing short of a miracle.
U might ask the guys at TWC Today if they'd feel up to getting as many folks as possible to email just a general sort of note saying "Hey, have you heard about this fantastic artist Jeanne Ricks - We enjoy her music so much on The Weather Channel and we would like to hear more. You should really check out her music!" And then maybe attach your favorite 'YouTube' song clip.
All the best,
-JR
Please help her out everyone she is (-) that close to a contract with them
i am sending her my clips of her songs right now to concord records (-) means how close
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That's great news! I can't wait for the record company to sign her up!!! Her music is simply fantastic.
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That's wonderful! I'm so happy for her. :thrilled: Hopefully she'll log on and post here when she gets any updates.
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is this enough songs i should send or should i send more :dunno:
Hello Concord Records, have you heard about this fantastic artist Jeanne Ricks - We enjoy her music so much on The Weather Channel and we would like to hear more. You should really check out her music!"
Also concord, i have clips of her music if you can check it out i am her biggest fan!
Winter Heat
[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gecYDIlAwCE[/url] ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gecYDIlAwCE[/url])
Sister Betty
[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Dcl4xgvn5M&fmt=18[/url] ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Dcl4xgvn5M&fmt=18[/url])
Dancing on the Edge
[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fWYDp5iPOn8&fmt=18[/url] ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fWYDp5iPOn8&fmt=18[/url])
Get that Love
[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SZ0drLr_Idc&fmt=18[/url] ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SZ0drLr_Idc&fmt=18[/url])
I Only Tried 2 Luv U
[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_E40XtXG334&fmt=18[/url] ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_E40XtXG334&fmt=18[/url])
Simple Pleasures (1)
[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oaPLlfzVgbQ[/url] ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oaPLlfzVgbQ[/url])
Simple Pleasures (2)
[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sOfH6KwpWtQ&fmt=18[/url] ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sOfH6KwpWtQ&fmt=18[/url])
Familiar Strangers
[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BOcfMTR_ey8&fmt=18[/url] ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BOcfMTR_ey8&fmt=18[/url])
U Should've Told Me
[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ezXsdlfXvw&fmt=18[/url] ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ezXsdlfXvw&fmt=18[/url])
The Serpents Tale
[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prB2DZzuk7U&fmt=18[/url] ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prB2DZzuk7U&fmt=18[/url])
I'm Ok
[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=da2lqw6HNrY&fmt=18[/url] ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=da2lqw6HNrY&fmt=18[/url])
Cold Comfort
[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sxyNwT0QQIo&fmt=18[/url] ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sxyNwT0QQIo&fmt=18[/url])
Ancient Dreams
[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nIS4rWQZeLk&fmt=18[/url] ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nIS4rWQZeLk&fmt=18[/url])
Can We Trust
[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8fPVK4-1F5Q&fmt=18[/url] ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8fPVK4-1F5Q&fmt=18[/url])
Quiet Little Thing
[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zE02n_mly-M&fmt=18[/url] ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zE02n_mly-M&fmt=18[/url])
Finally Thank you for recognizing my plea Concord Records, Jeanne Ricks is a wonderful woman and i hope you recognize she has been looking for this opportunity for a very long time.
Thank you again and God bless Concord Records.
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I'm willing to send them a note on Jeanne's behalf. This is great news! B)
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Thats great news!. I think I was one of the first people to email Jeanne about Heads Up, based in my home state (Cleveland, OH). I have over 30 heads Up titles.....I would love to add her TWC themed CD to my 887-CD collection B) B)
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The pres. of Concord records is out until Monday 2/9
i got that confirmation right after i sent the message
Also i started a cause (http://apps.facebook.com/causes/213351?m=1dfd7747) on Facebook if anyone wants to join Regarding Jeanne
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So, I visited TWCC just now, and what did I see? This very same thread. :rolleyes:
Jeanne came to us, not them.
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She came to them as well.
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I wish she could stop by and update us in the forum.
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She came to them as well.
And she got no support there. In fact, she was banned. Her thread died instantly.
Steve, this is not a subject you want to debate with me.
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Jeanne got banned from TWC Classics? That's odd, to say the least. :blink:
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Jeanne got banned from TWC Classics? That's odd, to say the least. :blink:
She wasn't banned, her account was deleted accidentally when they were deleting accounts due to inactivity. I guess she never got around to joining the forums again.
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Jeanne got banned from TWC Classics? That's odd, to say the least. :blink:
She wasn't banned, her account was deleted accidentally when they were deleting accounts due to inactivity. I guess she never got around to joining the forums again.
Oh ok, thanks for clearing that up.
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Jeanne got banned from TWC Classics? That's odd, to say the least. :blink:
She wasn't banned, her account was deleted accidentally when they were deleting accounts due to inactivity. I guess she never got around to joining the forums again.
Somehow I didn't buy that. The way it happened just doesn't add up to that. Her account accidentally got deleted just days after she joined? What the hell are Matt's criteria for account deletion? And how exactly DO you accidentally delete a person's account? My theory: someone thought she was an imposter and booted her.
I wouldn't have bothered to rejoin either quite frankly. If I had been fed that excuse I'd have thought it was a pretty damn weak one.
Oh, and that's a prime example of why I don't do account deletions here. It's conceited, and makes you look pretty bad if you screw it up.
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Somehow I didn't buy that. The way it happened just doesn't add up to that. Her account accidentally got deleted just days after she joined? What the hell are Matt's criteria for account deletion? And how exactly DO you accidentally delete a person's account? My theory: someone thought she was an imposter and booted her.
I wouldn't have bothered to rejoin either quite frankly. If I had been fed that excuse I'd have thought it was a pretty damn weak one.
Oh, and that's a prime example of why I don't do account deletions here. It's conceited, and makes you look pretty bad if you screw it up.
According to this (http://www.twcclassics.com/forums/index.php?s=&showtopic=8972&view=findpost&p=148406), Tyler was doing account deletions for people who had less than 1 post. Jeanne had 1 post, but it somehow got deleted along with the other accounts. Either: 1) there was a flaw in the IPB software or 2) he accidentally included people with 1 post in the search (but didn't realize it), which resulted in her account being deleted.
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Somehow I didn't buy that. The way it happened just doesn't add up to that. Her
account accidentally got deleted just days after she joined? What the hell are Matt's criteria for account deletion? And how exactly DO you accidentally delete a person's account? My theory: someone thought she was an imposter and booted her.
I wouldn't have bothered to rejoin either quite frankly. If I had been fed that excuse I'd have thought it was a pretty damn weak one.
Oh, and that's a prime example of why I don't do account deletions here. It's conceited, and makes you look pretty bad if you screw it up.
According to this ([url]http://www.twcclassics.com/forums/index.php?s=&showtopic=8972&view=findpost&p=148406[/url]), Tyler was doing account deletions for people who had less than 1 post. Jeanne had 1 post, but it somehow got deleted along with the other accounts. Either: 1) there was a flaw in the IPB software or 2) he accidentally included people with 1 post in the search (but didn't realize it), which resulted in her account being deleted.
Well, since it was Tyler, not Matt, I'm not going to continue this any further. Tyler's the one I happen to like. If it were Matt's doing I'd bitch some more. :bleh: :biggrin:
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I emailed Concord records, and they said they're not requesting any submissions. I don't get it.
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I emailed Concord records, and they said they're not requesting any submissions. I don't get it.
Apparently, I got that same reply back too. :rolleyes:
Dear Consumer,
We appreciate your interest in Concord Music Group, but at this time we are not accepting any unsolicited submissions. If you have any additional questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us at your convenience.
Regards,
Brandi
CMG Customer Service
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From: weatherfan95@aim.com [mailto:weatherfan95@aim.com]
Sent: Monday, February 09, 2009 7:21 PM
To: Customer Service
Subject: A talented jazz artist- Jeanne M. Ricks
Hello Concord Records, have you heard about this fantastic artist Jeanne Ricks? We enjoy her music so much on The Weather Channel and we would like to hear more! You should really check out her music!
Also Concord, I have uploaded clips of her music. If you can check it please, it would be helpful. Her music is beautiful, I'm sure you'll be captivated by her music. The Weather Channel has aired many great tunes from artist you've signed up such as Boney James- Send One Your Love. Please, I hope you can sign her up in hopes that we could get her music!
Here are some of the songs TWC aired from Jeanne Ricks in the past 2 years.
Winter Heat
[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gecYDIlAwCE[/url] ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gecYDIlAwCE[/url])
Sister Betty
[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Dcl4xgvn5M&fmt=18[/url] ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Dcl4xgvn5M&fmt=18[/url])
Dancing on the Edge
[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hpVK-E8_qL8&fmt=18[/url] ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hpVK-E8_qL8&fmt=18[/url])
Get that Love
[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o_F6D12C7AM&fmt=18[/url] ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o_F6D12C7AM&fmt=18[/url])
I Only Tried 2 Luv U
[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_E40XtXG334&fmt=18[/url] ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_E40XtXG334&fmt=18[/url])
Simple Pleasures (1)
[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oaPLlfzVgbQ[/url] ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oaPLlfzVgbQ[/url])
Simple Pleasures (2)
[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sOfH6KwpWtQ&fmt=18[/url] ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sOfH6KwpWtQ&fmt=18[/url])
Familiar Strangers
[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BOcfMTR_ey8&fmt=18[/url] ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BOcfMTR_ey8&fmt=18[/url])
U Should've Told Me
[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ezXsdlfXvw&fmt=18[/url] ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ezXsdlfXvw&fmt=18[/url])
The Serpents Tale
[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prB2DZzuk7U&fmt=18[/url] ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prB2DZzuk7U&fmt=18[/url])
I'm OK
[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=da2lqw6HNrY&fmt=18[/url] ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=da2lqw6HNrY&fmt=18[/url])
Cold Comfort
[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sxyNwT0QQIo&fmt=18[/url] ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sxyNwT0QQIo&fmt=18[/url])
Ancient Dreams
[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nIS4rWQZeLk&fmt=18[/url] ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nIS4rWQZeLk&fmt=18[/url])
Can We Trust
[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8fPVK4-1F5Q&fmt=18[/url] ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8fPVK4-1F5Q&fmt=18[/url])
Quiet Little Thing
[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zE02n_mly-M&fmt=18[/url] ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zE02n_mly-M&fmt=18[/url])
Finally Thank you for recognizing my plea Concord Records, Jeanne Ricks is a wonderful woman and I hope you recognize her! She has been looking for this opportunity for a very long time.
Thank you again Concord Records and I hope you could sign her up soon! God bless, and have a wonderful day.
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I never got a reply yet :dunno:
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I don't know, but I hope Jeanne is aware of this.
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I don't know, but I hope Jeanne is aware of this.
Just got in touch with her, waiting for a reply.
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Here's what i got from Jeanne about the Concord fiasco
As for the Concord matter, can't say why your friend Zach got the response that he did but, I'm not entirely surprised. His note seems to have been passed through to what we call 'gatekeepers' (lower ranked employees whose job it is to keep the 'riff raff' away from all the 'big dogs' who actually make the decisions). This is one of the major dilemmas that I've encountered numerous times with record labels in even just simply trying to get my material through to someone credible to listen to the music. Which is why I was so gratified when I got an email directly from the President of the company himself two weeks ago. On my own, I never would've been able to reach him, wouldn't have gotten past the gatekeepers!
But again I'd like to thank you, Zach and Victor for your efforts. The encouragement and support do make a difference.
All the best,
-JR
And maybe a Newport,RI Jazz Fest appearance?
Thanks for the info on the Jazz Festival website. I'll try to find out exactly what materials they require from artists for submission and then put together a package of whatever it is they want. But this is a good start and I thank you.
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Alex, can you PM who exactly to email at Concord? I don't think Customer Service works...what about the President himself?
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Everyone I have some news, Jeanne just sent me this through aim mail
Hi Jeanne -
I trust that you had a good weekend.
I apologize that it has taken a little time to make a decision.
Regrettably at this time we are going to pass. You are talented and I think you have potential, but there are many, many factors that go into signing an artist and these compound when considering a brand new artist.
I will continue to watch and see what happens. I am sure this is not the news that you wanted. Continue to write and build up your touring.
Kind Regards -
Dave Love
I'm about to look for more labels for her any ideas?
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Why can't she just release her music through Snocap or through her site? (I saw two new albums anyways)
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Sorry its Been awhile this is the Latest from Jeanne
Thanks Alex,
Out of over 15 songs that I submitted to the Weather Channel' last month they chose only 1, due to the new programming bias. I wasn't aware that there was a FaceBook site or that there had been any reaction to the NBC music programming changes whatsoever. I do by the way, peek in on the TWC Today website but, for the most part the posts related to music are regarding song identification or accolades at having found a particular favorite song - neither of which I could add anything to. Was pleased that someone recognized the musical contributions in the life of Hiram Bullock - a phenomenal Guitarist - who died much too soon, but had many personal problems which curtailed his success - he was the original Guitarist on 'The Letterman Show' among many other accomplishments.
Below is the track list for my latest CD - 'Make it Work!' it is for sale on my website and does include one other 'Weather Channel' song 'Cold Snap'. Had not realized until you sent me that list of YouTube videos, just how many songs they've played of mine over the years - OMG. I suppose I could do a CD of just 'Weather Channel' music but, I'm not certain there's a real market. While the Facebook site boasts a membership upwards of 2000 that doesn't guarantee sales. Likewise, by my count there are only about 12 active members of the TWC Today group and I'm uncertain whether there would be sufficient sales for it to make sense. Yes, I'm aware of the sites where you can sell your songs individually but, as mentioned previously - as an artist - that is not the way that I feel comfortable presenting my work.
All the best,
-JR
I am looking to buy Jeanne's new CD "Make it work" in the near future which has another Jeanne TWC Favorite "cold snap" and i thank her for getting back to me so fast.