Original drummer/co-founder of the legendary band, Chicago is revitalizing the sophisticated sounds of the Jazz/Rock genre. Help spread the music!
This has been a long time coming…
Time has passed, lessons learned, redemption found, and, at 64 years old, I’m ready to make this happen!
Our new CD “Sacred Ground” has been in the works for over two and a half years. It’s finally time to get our music into the hands of the people.
I’m counting on you to back this album release and ensure this music reaches the maximum audience possible. I know supporting an album release online is a little “new wave”, but this IS the new music business model. Times have changed dramatically. In order to get this album finished, and get it heard, it’s going to take people like YOU to make it happen.
Bottom line is: We need your help, and support.
We’ve come up with some AMAZING incentives, and rewards for your commitment to this project.
If you value quality music, and the sophisticated sounds of a bygone era, this project is for you!
First, let’s go back…
Do you remember the early Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) records? Remember how intensely mesmerizing those tracks were? The complexity and improvisational masterworks made you THINK, and feel ALIVE!
It was music created with a great deal of depth and soul, during the most magical era in rock history. There was an explosion of creativity in the music scene, the likes of which had never been witnessed. Our goal with CTA is to bring back that magic by creating innovative original music once again.
We may be older, but we’re sure as hell not DEAD!
Our new band CTA (California Transit Authority) has been described as sounding like:
“Chicago on Steroids”.
My band-mates, who grew up on the early Chicago/CTA music, have a deep respect for its origin and integrity. They’ve put their heart, and soul into this project.
We’ve now moved forward, and are finishing up our sophomore album, “Promise”. It includes an all-star cast of world-class musicians, and 12 original tracks.
Music for a Higher Cause
At a time when funding for music programs across the country have all but vanished, and generic pop music has taken over the airwaves, WE are reaching out.
We are DEVOTED to creating, and performing true to the values and standards of the original CTA.
In other words, music that will stand the test of time.
That’s why we are partnering up with The Fender Music Foundation.
It’s a music charity funded by people who want to change the state of music education; people who believe music is an integral part of an enduring society.
We will be donating 10% of the album’s net profits to help provide instruments to school music classrooms, after school programs and music therapy programs. We’re hoping that exposing today’s youths to quality Jazz/Rock music will help to inspire them with a sense of hope and freedom to dream big.
Learning to play a musical instrument, and making music can save lives. It definitely saved my life. It kept me from giving into a life of crime, and kept me focused on what is possible.
The Fender Music Foundation supports programs that are ongoing, sustainable and give more people the opportunity to make music that would not, otherwise, have that chance.
Check them out. They’re going to be an integral part of our campaign.
Not only do we need your support with funding, and sharing our project with others, we need to know that you VALUE the music we create. You’re the ones we create this music for!
We are humbled by your support in allowing us to express who we are through the sound of our music. You help us give back to the next generation of musicians, and music lovers.
Who do we donate to, CTA or Fender Music?
Please donate to our funding website here at http://www.ctapromise.wordpress.com. We will be forwarding our donation to Fender Foundation through the sales of our CD. Thanks for your support!
Thank you and Happy Holidays
Congratulations for all this job!! You’re amazing. Do you send this products to Mexico??
Are you planning to come soon.
Regards.
Dear Gary,
There is a long list of incentives and you select and pay your donation there….best Danny
Can’t figure out how to make a donation on this website.
Hey Gary,
No problem! Just click on the number amount that you wish to donate on the home page.It will then take you to the next page where you will be able to add your billing information.
Let me know if there is anything else I can help you will.Thanks for your support!
Best,
CTA Street Team
Yes!
I wish you great success in your efforts to teach and preserve the Jazz Rock genre! God Bless and Merry Christmas Danny and the CTA!!!
This is AWESOME:) Being a retired special education teacher from Cleveland, Ohio, I truly appreciate the efforts of CTA to re-establish and continue music education. Inner city school children need viable positive outlets to channel their energy and talent! Thanks again, Danny, and CTA. See you on tour!
LisaLisa
I so miss the music of the early Chicago years. If CTA is ever near Philly, I’ll surely be there. Best wishes on this project. I look forward to hearing the music.
I always loved Chicago’s Music , This is so Awesome… right on CTA Wishing this to be a big success …
Thanks for the support Ellen! Hope you have wonderful holiday season. Peace, Danny
Hi Danny
When and where is the Namm Show ? Thanks
Gerry
Hey Gerry,
Our show at NAMM is on January 26 at 6:00 pm. Hope you can make it out! We appreciate your support.
Hello… Do you still have the packages for making donations?? The ones that include doenload+sticks+cd+something else??
thanks. I want one…
Yes, the campaign will run until Feb 28, 2013!
Danny, you inspired me to pick up the drums and start my own musical journey 34 years ago. I was happy to finally be able to meet you at the Terry Kath Tribute Concert in Chicago in 2010. Now I’m excited to see you harkening back to the early Chicago sound and philosophy that made the band great. I’ll be supporting you new “Promise” effort and wish you every success with it.
Hey Tony,
Thanks for the support! Glad to hear I had some influence on your playing.You’re going to love the new album. I’m looking forward to sharing it with you. Peace, Danny
Karita we can ship to Mexico……..best DAnny
On the $75 level…is the drumhead autographed by Danny? (hoping it is or can be!)
Yes, the drum head will be autographed by Danny!
Danny,
Just bought your book this morning, and I’m such a fan that I read it all in a day!! I am a huge fan of the original CTA… And I LOVE what I hear of this current CTA project!! I plan to make a donation as soon as i am able!!
Best Wishes,
Dave
Thanks Dave. Glad you enjoyed the book! Peace, Danny
Thank you from Germany. I’m 57 and I am a fan from CTA since the beginning. I’m so happy that you make reborn the spirit of the Early Chicago sound. (excuse my bad english). Can’t wait the new Album! My daughter is a rock singer in France. She grew up with CTA in her ears like the mothermilk and create her music with your influence. When you have time, just click this link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xo9w53eCjaY
Danny, great work – on the album and the charity. Really looking forward to the music, the “teaser” sounds great. A “behind the scenes” production video would be very interesting, as the promos suggest. All the best!
Glad to help keep your music alive my friend.
When will the album be available as a download for those that donated?