Russell Elliot: Reimagining R&B
A project in Brooklyn, NY by Russell Elliot000days
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R&B that respects women. R&B with a queer voice. A 4-song EP and music video guided by clarity, principles, & freedom.
Backers: 106
Average Pledge Per Backer: $104
Funded: $11,060 of $10,000
Dates: Nov 25th -> Jan 4th (40 days)
Project By: Russell Elliot
Backers: 106
Average Pledge Per Backer: $104
Funded: $11,060 of $10,000
Dates: Nov 25th -> Jan 4th (40 days)
Project By: Russell Elliot
$11,060
current pledge level
Last Updated: January 4 @ 13:01 -0500 GMT
110%
of goal
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Latest News
We made it. 
January 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
Backer Family,With 22 hours to spare we've surpassed our fundraising goal. Your generosity & support throughout this process have been inspiring. I can't wait to channel this energy into meaningful, impactful, kick-ass music. More details-- and... (Read More)
We All Scream for Nicecream
December 25th - via: kickstarter.com
We had an amazing time performing at Nicecream Factory in Arlington, VA this past weekend! Nothing like sweet treats to accompany sweet sounds. NoVa fam, you've got to make it out to try this stuff. I'm telling you-- dark chocolate sea salt was NEXT... (Read More)
Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays!!
December 24th - via: kickstarter.com
Kickstarter Family, Thank you so much for your generosity, kindness, support, and excitement over the past 30 days. As we enter the last 10 days of this campaign, I'd be so grateful if you took a moment to spread the word. With your continued help... (Read More)
Huffington Post: "Russell Elliot's work has the potential to be groundbreaking"
December 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
"Called "Reimagining R&B," the campaign from this New York-based artist is slated to culminate in a 4-song EP. In an industry often slammed for being rooted in misogyny and homophobia with little to no queer representations, Elliot's work has the... (Read More)
Russell Elliot, Queer R&B Artist, Engaged In Kickstarter Campaign
December 23rd - via: huffingtonpost.com
Is there a place for a queer voice within the world of R&B? Elliot Russell is a self-identified pansexual feminist engaged in a Kickstarter campaign to fund a record with a queer framework that also respects women. (Read More)
Today is my Birthday!
December 15th - via: kickstarter.com
I'm so fortunate that this Kickstarter campaign coincided with my birthday. Your continued generosity and support of my music are the best gifts of all. Please be a backer. Please tell your friends. I've decided I'm starting the Instagram... (Read More)
HipHop Fundraiser (watch the video!)
December 5th - via: kickstarter.com
Have you told a friend about this project yet?1 grand down. 9 to go. watch us slay: Shout Outs All Around: Thanks to Breakin Boundaries for the amazing space and generosity, to Bakari Williams for the fiercest choreography, to Adrian+Shane for... (Read More)
Sexuality, Gender, & Race, OH MY!
December 4th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello, Kickstarter Family! A few clarifications as dialogue about my project grows: 1.In speaking about queer voices in R&B, I need to acknowledge the long history of musicians who came before me and bravely, irreverently pushed cultural... (Read More)
The Russell Elliot Debut Showcase, last night
December 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
We haven't totaled the numbers yet, but I'm pretty sure we walked away with some generous donations after last night's showcase. Thanks to all who made it out to support; your donations will be posted soon... and then the incentives kick in! Lesson... (Read More)
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