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Hey,
Ben, aka Minute Taker, here 😃
Do you know, despite putting out 3 albums and several EPs, I have in fact never released a lot of my songs?
Crazy I know but the reality is that it takes a lot of time and money to put albums out.
So I had this idea a few years ago for a new, direct and personal way to share all of these songs with you, as part of a subscription plan that also includes a whole host of other exclusive stuff.
So presenting 'Secret Songs'!
Here's what you get...
All the ‘Secret Songs’ album volumes featuring:
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Non-album songs
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Cover versions
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Alternate versions
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Piano versions
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Collaborations
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Remixes by other artists
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Extended mixes
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Live concerts
Access to my Secret Facebook Fan Community where I host:
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Exclusive online performances
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Behind the scenes clips from my home studio while I'm developing new songs
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Live interviews
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Song sessions where I talk about my writing and production processes
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And lots of chat amongst members about our favourite music and other things that inspire us!
Downloads of my back-catalogue of albums / EPs
Access to exclusive merchandise and early access/discounts on other releases
Access to secret pages on my website which feature exclusive videos including:
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Live at Waterside (100 minute concert film)
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Wolf Hours Audiovisual Show (60 minutes of music videos and live performances)
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Nocturnal Monologues (20 minute music film featuring songs from my upcoming album The Oblivion)
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Plus many more videos of live performances, home sessions and behind the scenes clips from over the years
And you get to play a big part in helping me to sustain a living, providing me with an income as I focus on writing and recording my music (I literally couldn't be surviving as an independent artist without the support I get through 'Secret Songs'!)
There are a few different plans to choose from...
TIER 1 : Download Plan
Everything mentioned above, including download versions of all of my albums/EPs including the Secret Songs series with digital scrapbooks (for homemade CD editions see tier 2 below)
TIER 2: Homemade CD Plan
Everything in tier 1 plus...
Handmade CD editions of all future 'Secret Songs’ albums (2 - 3 discs per year) including the new triple edition 'Volume 11: Live at Waterside' which includes 2 CDs and a DVD.
Paper scrapbooks featuring lyrics, photos, extensive song notes & a personal dedication to you.*
*The new triple disc set Volume 11: Live at Waterside includes a Making the Show mini documentary instead of a scrapbook.
Downloads of all past 'Secret Songs' volumes included.
Previous CD volumes available to buy for subscribers only (get the complete set with a special discounted price for new members!)
TIER 3: Patron Level Plan
Everything in tiers 1 and 2 plus...
A 15 minute online chat session with me every year (just you and me)
Plus a special thank you to you in the credits of my upcoming albums
Join Secret Songs today & instantly access....
Volume 1:
Songs for Lost Lovers
11 unreleased synth-pop songs including my cover of Björk's 'Violently Happy' and a very different early version of my single 'The Weight Of It All'.
Volume 2:
Almost
My previously unreleased first album, recorded back in 2002 is kind of like a journey into the imagination as you struggle to fall asleep at night. Sparse, haunting, ethereal piano/guitar songs with violins, harmonica & flute.
Volume 3:
Covers
My interpretations of songs by some of my favourite artists including Kate Bush, Tori Amos, Eurythmics, Pet Shop Boys, The Smiths, Madonna & more.
Volume 4:
Office Daydreams
Songs inspired by all of the strange things that used to pop into my mind when I worked in offices (as a Minute Taker!), dreaming the days away.
Volume 5:
Early Songs
Featuring some of my very first songs from back when I was a teenager, including my first ever recording, a cover of Tori Amos' 'Caught A Lite Sneeze' & a love song I wrote for PJ Harvey!
Volume 6:
Remixes
Featuring imaginative remixes of my songs by other artists, including an extended version of SEA OF SIN's remix of 'Hearts' & a beautiful remix of my Kate Bush cover 'Under The Ivy' by arkadash.
Volume 7:
Piano Songs
Focusing on piano-vocal songs I played live online during the lockdown period, including stripped-down versions of songs from 'Wolf Hours' and 'Last Things' along with covers of songs by Depeche Mode & Eurythmics.
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Volume 8:
Soon After Dark
My first extended mixes album, featuring tracks from my 'Wolf Hours' album plus some previously unreleased songs and covers, all as one long continuous mix (80s style!)
Volume 9:
Mirror Edition
A parallel universe edition of 'Wolf Hours' featuring alternate versions of the album tracks and other songs recorded during the same sessions.
Volume 10:
Wolf Hours Audiovisual Show
DVD of the full 'Wolf Hours' show, which explores the psyches of gay men at different points in time. Includes over an hour of music videos and live performances, plus the full soundtrack on CD!
Volume 11:
Live at Waterside
The latest volume is a special triple edition featuring a DVD of my new concert film 'Live at Waterside' (1 hour, 40 minutes) with the full live album across 2 CDs. Also includes 'Making the Show' featurette with behind the scenes footage.
Some Facebook comments from subscribers after receiving the latest Secret Songs volume 'Live at Waterside'...
You can cancel at any point, with no additional fees
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The currency is set to UK pounds but this will automatically convert to your local currency when you complete the payment.
Complete the annual or monthly payment form below & choose your plan. Then I'll personally send you a welcome email as soon as I'm online...
Choose your plan below to access
'Secret Songs' today...
If you have any questions don't hesitate to ask me. You can email me anytime at ben@minutetaker.net and I will get back to you ASAP.
I'll look forward to welcoming you to 'Secret Songs'!
Ben 😀