Once upon a time...
The band was founded in 2015 by Vinko 'Rusty' Baković (rhythm
guitar), Daria Baković (backing vocal) and Boško Colić (drums). The
whole idea of forming this band was based on - curiosity. 'Rusty'
had no prior experience in music business whatsoever - never played
solo or in the band, never took music lessons (extensive listening
of various artists and genres excluded) and never actually thought
he may go public someday.
After realising he still enjoys playing some of the songs he wrote over 20 years ago, a big question popped-up: "What if those songs deserve more than just being played in his living room?" This question became a starting spark that led us to founding of Seven and Counting band. But before that, we wanted to do a couple songs to see if it could sound decent enough to go public. We agreed it did and so we took off and never backed down!
During that process, some people came, some people went, but strong band core persisted and over time we became a loosen-up bunch of people who share same sense of humour, similar music taste and, above all, we truly love what we do. No matter if it's a cover song or one of our original songs, we enjoy in leaving pieces of us in it.
With a little help from... You?
Now, we have finally almost reached our primary goal - our first studio album! This is where our fans, supporters or music lovers step in... We need your help to fund the rest of the music production - approx. 3.5K $/€ to conclude this phase of our (and maybe yours!) musical journey. And the Math behind it could be very simple, actually... If 1K people contribute with as much as 3.5 $/€ - mission accomplished! :-)
During this campaign, we'll present our work to you, we'll bring some back stories of certain songs and give our best to let you in and see what is going on behind the curtain - band's dynamics, working process, etc...
Everything matters!
Remember, every little helping hand counts, there is no not-big-enough contribution and we are truly - and in advance - grateful on everything that would help us achieve our goal and make our dream come true!
Perks
All contributors who make a donation of 3.5 $ or € will immediately receive a personalised digital "Thank You!" letter as well as digital photo signed by all the band members. It's Hi-Res and one can print it out, frame it, use it as desktop wallpaper or whatever... :-)
For such generous contribution for amounts from 100 to 499,99 $ or €, the contributor receives all the rewards included in first three perks plus - one would be credited in CD's booklet as "The Golden Contributor" and listed under "Special thanks to..."
Platinum reward for platinum contributions! Contributions in this category would be rewarded with all the rewards from the first three perks, plus status of "The Platinum Contributor", plus "Very special thanks to..." in CD's booklet and more... Like, we'll seriously consider of including one as co-producer, or changing our last names to contributor's last name or dedicating our first official video to those who care more about our future than his/hers wallet or... Well, possibilities are endless!
Highlights
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Songs (previews)
Here you can listen to previews of all the songs. Why only previews? Well, each week during this campaign we'll introduce you to one song in it's full length along with the lyrics and some back story... It would be fun, believe me! :-)))
About the band
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Boško Colić, drums
One of the three founding members of Seven and Counting. Our reliable beat machine, most experienced and most awarded musician in the band. Hell, gold and platinum records are decorating his walls and he also won Eurovision song contest! Back in the days but still... :-))) |  |
| Ante Paleka, bass
A rare bird... One of only few dancing caucasian bass players. Plus, if there's an extra beat or if someone misses one, you bet he won't let it go! Along with Boško on drums, the rest of us can play with ease knowing the two of them are holding our backs. |  |
| Ante Valčić, sax/harmonica
Our last pick. But he and his sax blended seamlessly like he's been with us from the start. His feeling for music and song and wide range of styles he can play turned him into one of those people from whom we expect to bring something unexpected to any given song he plays. |  |
| Jurica Brzić, lead guitar
Jurica came at the very end of the last recording session when our previous guitarist left the band due to personal issues. His contribution to this record was small but significant and, most important, he found his place in the band and in our hearts instantly! |  |
| Daria Baković, vocals
With Boško and Vinko, she marked the day when this band was born. Not only an exceptional singer, she was - and always will be - a true and most powerful inspiration for our songs. Hint: she's married to the band leader... :-))) |  |
| Lucija Grabovac, vocals
Lucija was first to join the band after the band core was formed and she immediately blended into that core. No wonder. With her voice straight out of Heaven, being a true team player and carrying the music within every cell of her body and mind, she is irreplaceable. |  |
| Nevija Kožul Peričić, vocals
Nevija is our third acquisition in backing vocals but it feels like she was with us from the very beginning. Her singing can be matched only with her laughter and both can last for a long, long time... Positive to the max in every aspect! |  |
| Vinko Baković, vocals/rhythm guitar
Known as 'Rusty'. Band founder and lead singer (against his will). Writes lyrics and music and plays rhythm guitar. Seven and Counting band is his first attempt in music ever. A late bloomer? |  |
Activity
All contributors who make a donation of 3.5 $ or € will immediately receive a personalised digital "Thank You!" letter as well as digital photo signed by all the band members. It's Hi-Res and one can print it out, frame it, use it as desktop wallpaper or whatever... :-)
For such generous contribution for amounts from 100 to 499,99 $ or €, the contributor receives all the rewards included in first three perks plus - one would be credited in CD's booklet as "The Golden Contributor" and listed under "Special thanks to..."
Platinum reward for platinum contributions! Contributions in this category would be rewarded with all the rewards from the first three perks, plus status of "The Platinum Contributor", plus "Very special thanks to..." in CD's booklet and more... Like, we'll seriously consider of including one as co-producer, or changing our last names to contributor's last name or dedicating our first official video to those who care more about our future than his/hers wallet or... Well, possibilities are endless!
