We wanted to take this opportunity to say how much we appreciate your enthusiastic response to our upcoming tribute to the great Grant McLennan.
Love Goes On was created out of a pure desire to honor Grant's legacy as a songwriter and artist. His quick passing was a shock to us – it's still hard to put into words the way we were affected. But we knew others must have been feeling the same sense of melancholy and frustration. And so with little experience in the record industry, we set and forged ahead with a plan to compile a lasting and heartfelt tribute comprised of artists who felt compelled to show their love for Grant McLennan and the Go-Betweens. We've been so heartened to see that fellow Go-Betweens fans, such as yourself, have believed in our vision and embraced our project….this is what this has been all about for us: creating something of beauty, by and for those who have loved Grant and The Go-Betweens as much as we have. And as you will soon hear, the results have been simply spectacular. We could not have wished for more exquisite and compelling versions of some of Grant's most beloved songs.
Unfortunately, there was a delay in the production (we were warned about this kind of thing!) of the Love Goes On digipaks, which we were originally to have received by the first week of October. We apologize for the delay – the wait has been agonizing for us, as well! We have now been promised delivery of the CDs by the 25th of October. And please keep in mind that those who ordered directly from us will be shipped a copy of the tribute the day after we get them – before our distributors get them, before the shops get them….before ANYONE gets them!
We had wanted to express our thanks to those who pre-ordered the tribute – and we have a free CD single by Kelman for the first 100 customers who ordered via PayPal. The Kelman CDs are in hand and ready to go! Additionally, when we were advised of the production delay we decided we wanted to also include a small token of appreciation to those who have been waiting patiently since September and early October for the tribute to arrive on their doorstep. We're going to keep it a surprise, but we think you'll like it – just a small gift, but one that is one-of-a-kind and homemade from us to you; we'll be including this in all orders placed before October 25th, with our sincere gratitude.
Again, thanks for your continued patience and your faith in placing your order with us. We think you'll be impressed with Love Goes On as a faithful representation of Grant's immeasurable artistry. We look forward to hearing your impressions in the weeks ahead. Please stay in touch!
Dave and Sherri
Rare Victory Records