Wes Herndon: Recording "Better Late" at Capricorn Studios

A project in Macon, GA by Wes Herndon
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A Southern Rock comeback recorded where legends were born. 100 vinyls. One studio. A legacy reborn.
Backers: 56
Average Pledge Per Backer: $181

Funded: $10,146 of $10,000
Dates: Nov 24th -> Jan 23rd (60 days)
Project By: Wes Herndon
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Latest News

Thank You for Bringing This to Life

January 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
As I mentioned last night, this project has officially met goal, and Better Late is moving forward. That sentence still feels strange to type. I cannot tell you how often I drove by those studios dreaming for a chance to do something like this... and... (Read More)

We Did It. Thank You.

January 21st - via: kickstarter.com
As of few minutes ago...thanks to my Mom and another last minute big surpise pledge, we achieved 100% of the goal.  First off, I want you each to know how thankful I am that you've chosen to chase this dream along with of me. I literally teared up... (Read More)

Quiet Decisions Are Moving This Forward

January 21st - via: kickstarter.com
Over the last two day, some important things have happened. A couple of backers (Lisa Leggett and Stuart Hamblin) stepped back in and increased their pledges. A few new folks joined our ranks. And Paul Artman of Lost Pizza Co in Miramar Beach came on... (Read More)

Quick Clarity You Can Share If Asked

January 19th - via: kickstarter.com
I wanted to pass along one quick clarification, mainly because it’s come up in a few conversations outside the campaign. Kickstarter is all-or-nothing. That means no one’s card is charged unless this campaign reaches its full goal. If it funds,... (Read More)

Where Things Stand With 5 Days to Go

January 17th - via: kickstarter.com
This post is for backers only. Please visit Kickstarter.com and log in to read. (Read More)

Crossing 60% and Beginning to Shape the Record

January 13th - via: kickstarter.com
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Major Milestone for Better Late — We're Almost at 60% Funded!

January 11th - via: kickstarter.com
Today, we welcomed our first Legacy Business Partner: Fresh and Clean Grill from Santa Rosa Beach, FL — stepping up above and beyond the legacy sponsor tier because they believe in this record deserves the historic Capricorn Studios treatment in... (Read More)

A Quick Clarification on What You’re Building

January 5th - via: kickstarter.com
I wanted to take a moment to be very clear with you as someone is already here and a huge part of this.  This record will get made either way.That part isn’t in question. What is being decided by this campaign is how it gets made and what exists... (Read More)

Here's What's Up!

January 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
Over the past couple of weeks, something important has shifted with this project. This morning, I contacted Capricorn Studios to begin discuss scheduling and logistics.  Not hypotheticals. Not “someday.” Actual questions about how we move... (Read More)

Kickstarter Update: This version exists only right now. It’s not mastered. It’s not finished. It’s a moment.

December 29th - via: kickstarter.com
This post is for backers only. Please visit Kickstarter.com and log in to read. (Read More)

Happy Boxing Day in the UK: A quick inside update as we head into the final stretch

December 26th - via: kickstarter.com
First off, I hope you all had a great day with your friends and family yesterday. I'd also like to wish our Day One Founders in the UK a Happy Boxing Day.  Secondly...and I can never say this enough... thank you. If you’re reading this, you’re... (Read More)

Last Update Before Christmas

December 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
As we head into Christmas, I just wanted to pause for a moment and say thank you again. This project is sitting at 40% funded, and that doesn’t happen without real people choosing to believe in it early. You aren’t just backing the album. You're... (Read More)

Hey You, Read this...cause it's important

December 15th - via: kickstarter.com
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Why Capricorn Matters

December 15th - via: kickstarter.com
When I first started thinking seriously about making this record, Capricorn Studios wasn’t even on my radar. They weren't even open when I moved from Macon.  Then a few months back, I learned that the original room,  Studio A, where all that... (Read More)

Your First Listen — Nobody Else Gets This

December 9th - via: kickstarter.com
This post is for backers only. Please visit Kickstarter.com and log in to read. (Read More)

You get this before anyone else!

December 7th - via: kickstarter.com
Since I shared the story behind “Little More Time” yesterday,it only feels right that you hear this little rehearsal moment before anyone else does. This is Inner Circle territory — first listen, before it ever hits socials.You’ll see people... (Read More)

This One Stays Between Us

December 6th - via: kickstarter.com
I cannot say this enough. I am so thankful to you.  Now that we’re sitting at 23 backers and 32% funded,  —you're not just supporting this, you’re shaping it. Because you are here with me at the beginning of this journey, you deserve to hear... (Read More)

DAY ONE INNER CIRCLE UPDATE: First Look at the Songs Being Considered

December 4th - via: kickstarter.com
You’re getting this before anyone else. One of the things I wanted most for this project was a space where the people who showed up early could actually be part of the process and feel the impact of their support — not just in the numbers, but in... (Read More)

7-Days In: What This First Week Really Showed Me

December 1st - via: kickstarter.com
Now that we’ve hit the one-week mark, I want to share something with you that I wouldn’t fully say anywhere else — because it’s only meant for the people who stepped in early enough to shape this thing. I will place a condensed version on... (Read More)

⭐ Kickstarter Update – Thanksgiving Weekend Reflection

November 30th - via: kickstarter.com
I want to take a minute and speak directly to YOU, the 16 of who has already stepped in and backed this thing. You didn’t need a crowd to make you act.You didn’t wait to see how the numbers would shake out.You just stepped in — early, quietly,... (Read More)

Kickstarter Update – The First 12 at the Table

November 28th - via: kickstarter.com
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Thanksgiving Morning After Last Night’s Gig

November 27th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey y'all, I woke up this morning after a late and fun gig — still a little worn in that good way you only get from playing for an awesome group of folks — and before the day gets rolling, I wanted to start Thanksgiving by saying something... (Read More)

⭐ Kickstarter Update — Day One Inner Circle + First 50 Founders (Thanksgiving Edition)

November 26th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey everyone, We’re already sitting at 12% just a couple days into the campaign, and with Thanksgiving tomorrow, I’ve been thinking a lot about the people who stepped in this early. Every project has a “first 50” — the rare few who move... (Read More)

After Day One we're 3% There

November 25th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey everyone, The campaign is officially live, and I want to say something up front — the people who back early aren’t just supporters. You’re the ones who shape the direction of this entire record. Every project has a first circle.A handful of... (Read More)

⭐ KICKSTARTER UPDATE — “We’re Live”

November 24th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey everyone, Today’s the day — the Better Late Kickstarter is officially live. If you’ve been part of this music in any way, this is the moment the whole project opens up. The full campaign is live, the rewards are available, and the first... (Read More)

We're 24 Hours out

November 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
Hey everyone, We’re officially 24 hours away from the launch of the Better Late Kickstarter. I wanted to send a quick update to the YOU, the Day One Inner Circle, so you’re fully in the loop before everything goes live. First, thank you to... (Read More)

Honored... what an awesome start...

November 20th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey everyone, I wanted to take a moment to say thank you. The support on the Better Late prelaunch page has been steady and genuine, and I’m grateful for every one of you who chose to follow this project early. You’ve already given this record a... (Read More)

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