We at The Black Piper value innovation, and we especially value innovators who listen. BackerKit is both of these. From the beginning of our relationship, they have made it clear that they want to hear what creators and backers alike have to say. In addition, BackerKit has a vision for the future of crowdfunding that we, frankly, want to be a part of.

No. While the better the recording gear you have access to, the better for us, going to a studio is not necessary! We can use cellphone recordings as well as studio microphones, podcasting microphones, and everything in-between.

When we Kickstarted our debut album, Kaladin, we learned a lot. The process was grueling, and we were a small team. No one knew who we were, and we had no idea if we would succeed. But we had the dream, the training, and the drive. Ultimately, the experience was rewarding. As a result of that campaign, we not only funded a successful book soundtrack, Kaladin, (owing to the incredible fans), but we also built some remarkable relationships and forged lifelong friendships we would not have otherwise. We would not trade the connecting bonds we made for anything. Also, during the Kickstarter, and throughout the subsequent production, the fans rose up and were a powerful force, pooling together to make Kaladin a reality. That album belongs to them. This album - The Black Prism - belongs to you! We want to share the process of creation with you. When you back our project, you become a part of it!

You can find all the info you need (including themes and submission details) here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lKQZ7DIP-YcocMyQZWsz6RqD0Fqy-cowVxjhTjiP_nQ/edit -- If you become an Anthology Submitter, happy writing!

Once the campaign ends, we will be focusing all of our attention on producing the Lightbringer album and fulfilling the merchandise. Once we have completed the Lightbringer album (which will be released by November 1, 2022), we will turn our attention on the 3-Song Mini-Album, which we are targeting to have completed and sent to you sometime in Q1 2023.

The Early Bird rewards you receive will be based on the final pledge you choose. If you initially pledged with a Digital Only Tier (1A, 2A, 3A), but change to a non-Digital Only Tier (1B, 2B, 3B, 4+), you'll receive both Early Bird rewards (Pin and Art Pack). But if you started with a non-Digital Only Tier and switch to a Digital Only Tier, you will receive only the Art Pack.

No. While the better the recording gear you have access to, the better for us, going to a studio is not necessary! We can use cellphone recordings as well as studio microphones, podcasting microphones, and everything in-between.

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