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Help with writing to bands.

Posted: Wed Sep 01, 2010 8:16 pm
by Jack.S
Hello there.

I going to try my very first VV request soon for one of my favorite bands, Modest Mouse, and I have one question about how to address my letter.
Should I address my letter "Dear (Band Name) or should I address to each member by name?
Also when trying to get a signing VV will all venues pass on fanmail or will I need to find out if they will first?

Any advice would be greatly apreciated.

Thank you :)

Re: Help with writing to bands.

Posted: Wed Sep 01, 2010 11:22 pm
by WildChild96
You can address it to the band, and definitely make sure the venue passes on mail before you send anything. :)

Re: Help with writing to bands.

Posted: Wed Sep 01, 2010 11:26 pm
by Jack.S
Thanks for your helpful reply. I sent an email to the venue asking if they will pass my mail on. I hope they say yes.

Does anyone know if Modest Mouse sign autos?

Re: Help with writing to bands.

Posted: Wed Sep 01, 2010 11:32 pm
by WildChild96
No problem! :) Good luck.

Re: Help with writing to bands.

Posted: Thu Sep 02, 2010 1:16 am
by velvetgold
I haven't personally seen any MM successes, but they seem nice enough! If you never try, you'll never know ;-)

When I begin my letters, I always name each band member. I find it more personal and nicer to make each member feel special by calling them out individually.

Good luck!

Re: Help with writing to bands.

Posted: Thu Sep 02, 2010 12:45 pm
by Jack.S
Thanks for your comments Velvetgold. I think I will address it to each member by name just to give it a more personal touch.
Also I have seen videos of MM's singer (Isaac Brock) signing for fans after shows so I hope they will sign VV, like you said if I never try I will never know.

The venue said that they would hold my letter then pass it on :D Which is a good start!