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Isle Of Wight Musician Set For Debut Album Launch Following Successful Fundraiser

An Isle of Wight musician will tell his "Island story" after a successful Kickstarter campaign allowed him to fund a debut album.

Ben Stubbs launched the campaign in December, allowing people to pre-order the album and receive other rewards in the process.

The money, which is being used to fund production of "Light of my Life", reached its £6,000 target in the first 15 days.

Here's a recent track from the musician:


Ben said:

"I’m trying to make the entire project an “Island story” using all local musicians, an Isle of WIght recording studio and Island suppliers. 

"We’ve passed the first hurdle and have the funding to make the album but there’s still a lot to do.

"I’m aiming for a May release with a big launch party to celebrate."

Those wishing to donate to the project can do so until Wednesday (January 11).

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