SUPPORT ODL MUSIC
HELP DEE FINANCE FUTURE PROJECTS
AND KEEP THE MUSIC ALIVE!
You are likely on this website because you’ve heard my music on contemporary jazz radio or at a live concert - and hopefully you’re a fan of my recordings. But did you know…I am also an entrepreneur/business owner of Dee Lucas Enterprises since 2016. Prior to this, I solely owned small independent labels Mo Better Recordings (2003) and Smooth Soul Music Group (2014). Both companies cataloged my previous contemporary jazz recordings as follows:
* Remembrance (2004-Mo Better Recordings)
* Something to Ride 2 (2007-Mo Better Recordings)
* Standing Room Only (2010-Mo Better Recordings)
* Rebirth of the Smooth (2012-Mo Better Recordings)
* The Smooth Factor (2014-Smooth Soul Music Grp.)
* Going Deeper (2016-Smooth Soul Music Grp.)
As all small companies evolve, we’ve formed a new label called ODL Music to continue the journey in the arts and music industry. We are looking to further own and catalog future recordings as well as re-assign and manage our existing catalog from Mo Better Recordings and Smooth Soul Music Group. Moving ahead, ODL Music will perform the following responsibilities:
1). Performance Bookings - Securing performance dates
2). Production - Produce musical recordings for music lovers
3). Publishing - Offer licensing deals for music placements; Administer rights to ownership for royalty collections
4). Promotions - Promote artist for events and connect artist to fans to increase brand value
On November 1, 2017, ODL Music launched it’s first contemporary jazz release titled “The Sweet Spot - EP Collection.....Volume 1". It was produced by legendary pianist, songwriter, and producer Bob Baldwin. “The Sweet Spot” served as a major step in transitioning my musical career to this business phase.
In 2018, my company ODL Music/Dee Lucas Enterprises partnered with a major distribution deal with Bungalo Records / Universal Music Group Distribution to strengthen product placement distribution in both digital and streaming platforms globally. As a result, the album ‘Going Left’ was released on September 28th and generated respectable success on several smooth jazz charts.
In 2020, “The Time Is Now” marked my 9th worldwide release and 8th studio recording to date. It features some of the best producers in the business: Adam Hawley, David P. Stevens, and Lew Laing, Jr. This project has already produced 4 radio hit singles on the smooth jazz & R&B charts. It’s current single ‘Full Tilt’ featuring guitarist Blake Aaron is an immediate favorite among smooth jazz fans worldwide; as, it was positioned on several smooth jazz charts.
My current album titled “No Boundaries” marks my 10th release to date. I released two singles in 2022 as preludes to the album titled ‘Hot Ice’ featuring keyboardist Gino Rosaria and ‘Sir Dee’ (a musical salute to legendary Stevie Wonder). Both singles hit #1 on several smooth jazz charts and has become an instant fan favorites. These two hits are on my 10th album “No Boundaries” that was released on March 10, 2023. Since then, four more singles were successfully released. ‘Stay Strong’ features the talented bassist Blair Bryant who is currently the musical director for the legendary saxophonist Najee. ‘Love Is Enough’ which features the amazing vocal stylings of Selina Albright was released (5/5/23) on the R&B format. This single garnered the attention of several markets in the UK and recently peaked at #9 on the indie R&B charts. ‘Just a Vibe’ (6/19/23) features four-time #1 Billboard artist Ragan Whiteside. And ‘On the Verge’ (9/11/23), which is produced by Bob Baldwin, is the last the single from the album to ride the smooth jazz charts.
We need your help, however, to fund and strengthen the foundation of the company to provide the necessary working capital for high-level product placements and strategic artist branding. The reason for this fundraising campaign is to position ODL Music as a label that produces and delivers quality music to you, the fans. But, it also allows you to get involved in the musical process and receive some awesome perks.
This is an ongoing campaign! With your funding assistance, the areas of project needs are:
1). Studio Fees (Various Facilities)
2). Musician Fees (Various Personnel)
3). Mixing/Mastering/Manufacturing Expenses
4). Artwork Designs (Various)
5). Licensing & Copyright Fees
6). Radio Promotion Cost & Radio Single Fees (Gorov Music Marketing & Smoothjazz.com)
7). Marketing Fees
8). Publicist
9). Print Media
10). Tour Support & Promotional Appearances
11). Inventory Replenishing of Previous Recordings
12). Photo Shoots
Reaching our goal will not only allow us to bring you continuous music, but it will allow the company to stay independent and maintain ownership of master recordings which has unlimited potential value.
It is no secret that the keys to success in today's NEW ever-changing music market are consistencies in releasing quality music and maintaining a strong fan base. Currently, we have a solid but ever-growing presence on multiple social media platforms.
I am very excited about the future of ODL Music! If you can help us fulfill our business objectives, as well as my goal and my personal dream as a performing artist, I promise to deliver to you and my fans some amazing music. No contribution is too small! You can donate as often as you can.
You will find below some awesome incentives for ‘INDIVIDUAL CONTRIBUTORS’:
$25 - $75
Name to be acknowledged in CD credits/liner notes of next project titled “TWENTY”.
$100 - $500
Complimentary pass/passes to a future performance within the next calendar year
(based on contribution level).
An autographed CD of “TWENTY”.
Name to be acknowledged in CD credit/liner notes of next project titled “TWENTY”.
$1000 - $2500
60-minute live solo performance at the private comforts of your home or an agreed selected location within the USA (Travel/Lodging expenses included based on contribution level).
Two complimentary passes to a future performance within the next calendar year.
An autographed CD of “TWENTY”.
Name to be acknowledged in CD credit/liner notes of next project titled “TWENTY”.
For ‘CORPORATE’ and/or event planners:
$5000 - $7500
Dee and his band will come to you and perform a LIVE concert, travel/lodging expenses included. Travel distance/band personnel depends on the contribution amount. Click the button below for more details.
On behalf of Dee Lucas Enterprises, thank you for your continued support and consideration.
Dee Lucas, Founder/Owner/Recording Artist
Dee Lucas Enterprises, LLC
ODL Music
* Note: donations are not tax-deductible.
