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12 Albums in 12 Months: The 2026 Plan (Yes, I’m Really Doing This)
Hey everyone,

You know how some people do New Year’s resolutions? Like “I’m going to exercise more” or “I’m going to read 12 books this year”?

Yeah, I decided to release 12 FULL ALBUMS in 2026.

One for every month. Starting with “March Winds.”

Am I crazy? Probably. Am I doing it anyway? Absolutely.

Let me tell you why, and what’s coming.

The Crazy Ambitious Plan

2026 is my year of music.

Here’s the vision:
- 12 months
- 12 complete albums (each with 10-15 tracks)
- 12 different themes/stories
- 150+ songs total by the end of the year
- Plus folklore singles, bonus tracks, and who knows what else
Each month gets its own album. Each album tells its own complete story. Each one is a full emotional journey.

March got “March Winds” – Irish heritage, spring renewal, transformation.

But what about the other 11 months?

Why I’m Doing This

Reason 1: I have too many stories.

I write constantly. I have notebooks full of lyrics. I have concepts for albums I’ve been sitting on for YEARS. If I release one album a year like a “normal” artist, I’ll be 80 before I get through all the stories I want to tell.

So why wait?

Reason 2: Technology makes this possible.

Using Suno AI for production means I’m not limited by studio costs or finding musicians or scheduling recording sessions. I can create professional-quality music on my own timeline and budget.

This is the democratization of music creation. And I’m here for it.

Reason 3: I want to prove it’s possible.

I want other independent artists to see this and think “I could do that too.” I want to show that you don’t need a label. You don’t need millions of dollars. You need good stories, hard work, and the courage to just START.

Reason 4: My kids are watching.

I want them to see their mom pursuing big dreams. I want them to learn that when you have an idea that seems impossible, you can either talk yourself out of it OR you can figure out how to make it work.

I’m choosing the second option.

What This Means for You

You get new music EVERY MONTH.

Just when you’re finishing with “March Winds,” April’s album will drop.

Just when you’ve absorbed April, May will be here.

It’s a year-long musical journey. And you’re invited along for the entire ride.

A Sneak Peek at What’s Coming

I can’t reveal everything yet (some albums are still being finalized!), but here are some hints:

April: Spring is in full bloom. Think gardens, growth, new beginnings…

May: Flowers everywhere. This one’s going to be colorful and BRIGHT.

June: Summer is coming. Something about freedom, sunshine, and long days…

July: Fireworks? Freedom? Maybe a little Christmas in July. We’ll see… 🎆

August: The heat of summer. Passion. Intensity.

September: Transitions. Seasons changing. Back to something…

October: Oh, this one’s going to be FUN. Think atmospheric. Think mysterious. 🎃

November: We know I do Thanksgiving well (“My Thanksgiving” 2025!). But what else does November hold?

December: Ending the year with… well, you’ll see. ❄️

Some themes are obvious (October is CLEARLY going to be spooky-adjacent). Some are still cooking. But every single month will tell a complete story.

The Production Reality

Here’s how this works practically:

Writing: I’m already drafting lyrics for April, May, and June. I write in batches.

Production: Once lyrics are done, I work with Suno AI to produce. Each song gets 3-10 versions until I find the right one.

Blogs: I write the blog series for each album – the stories behind the songs, the meanings, the context.

Release: Drop the album, share the blogs daily, engage with listeners, and IMMEDIATELY start working on the next month.

It’s a cycle. A rhythm. A year-long creative sprint.

What I Need From You

Patience: Some months might be stronger than others. This is AMBITIOUS. I’m learning as I go.

Support: Stream the albums. Share your favorites. Tell people about this crazy project.

Engagement: Tell me which albums you’re most excited for! Tell me which months’ themes call to you!

Forgiveness: I’m human. I’m a mom. I’m doing this independently. Some things might not be perfect. But they’ll be REAL.

The Stakes

Here’s what’s scary: what if I can’t pull this off?

What if I hit June and I’m exhausted and I can’t write another album?

What if people stop caring?

What if the quality drops?

What if this whole ambitious plan crashes and burns?

But here’s what’s scarier: NOT TRYING.

Looking back at 2026 and thinking “I could have done that monthly album thing but I chickened out.”

THAT’S scarier than any failure.

The Promise

I promise you this: every album will be authentic. Every song will tell a real story. I won’t phone it in. I won’t release something just to hit a deadline if it’s not ready.

Quality over quantity – but I’m aiming for BOTH.

12 complete albums. 12 full stories. 12 months of music.

This is happening.

Join the Journey

We’re one month down. Eleven to go.

March showed you Irish heritage, spring transformation, and blooming where you’re planted.

What will April bring? May? December?

You’ll find out month by month, album by album, story by story.

This is the year of music. This is the 12-albums-in-12-months project.

And I’m so glad you’re here for it.

Let’s make 2026 LOUD.

❤️ Melanie

P.S. – If you have suggestions for monthly themes, I’m listening! Some months are locked in, but some are still flexible. What do YOU want to hear albums about?

P.P.S. – Yes, I know this is crazy. That’s what makes it worth doing.

The 2026 Plan:
- ✅ March: “March Winds” (RELEASED!)
- 🎵 April: Coming soon…
- 🎵 May: Coming soon…
- 🎵 June: Coming soon…
- …and on through December!
Follow the journey. Stream the albums. Let’s make history.
March 9, 2026
Welcome to March Winds: An Album Journey Through Spring, Heritage, and Transformation
Welcome to March Winds: An Album Journey Through Spring, Heritage, and Transformation

Hey everyone!

I am SO excited to finally share this with you. My new album “March Winds” is coming in March 2026, and honestly? This one feels different. This one feels like me.

Why March? Why Now?

Here’s the thing: I’m planning to release a new album every month in 2026. Yes, you read that right. MONTHLY ALBUMS. Am I crazy? Probably. But I’m also incredibly excited about it.

And I’m starting with March because spring is my absolute favorite season. There’s something about those first warm days, about things coming back to life, about the way March can be both wild and gentle in the same afternoon. Plus, March holds one of the most important days of my life – March 18th, my son’s birthday. This album is personal in ways I didn’t even plan for.

The Suno Journey: 53 Minutes That Took Hundreds of Listens

Let me tell you about the production process because it was… intense. I used Suno AI to produce the music for this album, and I didn’t just hit “generate” and call it done. Each song went through 3-10 versions. That’s somewhere between 45-150 versions I listened to across 15 songs, finding the exact sound that matched what I was hearing in my head, what fit the story I needed to tell.

Some songs clicked on version 3. Others? I listened to ten different arrangements before I found the one that made me go “THAT’S IT.” And “The Irish Goodbye”? That one came out PERFECT. I’m so proud of how that track sounds – it captures exactly the comedy and chaos I wanted.

What to Expect: 15 Songs, One Journey

This isn’t just a collection of songs about March. It’s a journey. Here’s where we’re going together:

The Playful Opening (Tracks 1-3) We start light – “Leap Day” asks that delightful question: do I really get an extra day? “Twenty-Eight Days” keeps the fun rolling, and then “Wearing Green” kicks off the Irish celebration with pure joy. These first three songs are your warm-up, your invitation to the party.

Getting Personal (Tracks 4-7) Then we shift. “March Eighteenth” is where I tell you about my son’s birth – it’s tender, it’s personal, it’s everything. “Irish Kitchen” wraps you in warmth and comfort food memories. And then? Comedy break! “I Guess That’s Where I Get It From” and “The Irish Goodbye” are here to make you LAUGH. Because we need that before what comes next.

The Dark Truth (Tracks 8-9) This is where the album gets real. “Irish in My Bones” slows everything down and gets honest. And “It Runs on Both Sides of the Family”? That’s the heavy one. The dark satire. The truth about alcoholism that runs through my family tree. It’s the emotional low point, and it’s supposed to be. Because you can’t have renewal without facing what needs to be renewed.

Spring Awakening (Tracks 10-12) Recovery begins with “First Thaw” – hope emerging, lighter cardigans, morning dew. “Robin’s Return” gives us breathing room with peaceful observation. “Seeds of Tomorrow” plants hope for the future with a gentle waltz that sways you back to your feet.

The Powerful Finish (Tracks 13-15) Energy RETURNS with “March Winds” – wild, free, dancing in the chaos of spring storms. Then comes “Bloom Where You’re Planted,” my big vocal showcase moment, the power anthem that says “I’m here, I’m growing, I’m NOT going anywhere.” And we close with “Renewal,” soft but strong, transformation complete: “This is me.”

What’s Coming Next

Starting soon, I’ll be posting about each song individually. I’m going to share the lyrics, the stories behind them, what they mean to me, and why they found their place on this album. For the comedy songs, we’re going to have some fun. For the heavy ones, we’re going to get real.

And because I believe in feeding both body and soul, I’m throwing in some bonuses:
- An authentic Irish soda bread recipe (because “Irish Kitchen” made me hungry)
- How to make the perfect espresso martini
- The secret to making green beer that doesn’t taste like regret
PLUS – Irish Folklore Singles!
In addition to the main album, I’m releasing 5 Irish folklore singles throughout February and March:
- February 16: “The Claddagh Ring”
- February 23: MARCH WINDS ALBUM (15 tracks)
- March 2: “Leprechaun’s Gold”
- March 9: “The Fairy’s Gift”
- March 17: “The Day We’re All Irish” (Celtic punk!)
Each folklore single tells a different Irish story, and “The Day We’re All Irish” drops on St. Patrick’s Day because OF COURSE IT DOES.

Stay tuned, friends. This is going to be a journey, and I’m so glad you’re here for it.

Album Details

15 Tracks | ~53 Minutes | March 2026

Lead Single: “Wearing Green” The One That’ll Go Viral: “The Irish Goodbye” The One for the Real Ones: “It Runs on Both Sides of the Family” The Vocal Showcase: “Bloom Where You’re Planted”

Are you ready for March Winds?

❤️ Melanie
February 15, 2026
Welcome to March Winds
An Album Journey Through Spring, Heritage, and Transformation

Hey everyone!

I am SO excited to finally share this with you. My new album “March Winds” is coming in March 2026, and honestly? This one feels different. This one feels like me.

Why March? Why Now?

Here’s the thing: I’m planning to release a new album every month in 2026. Yes, you read that right. MONTHLY ALBUMS. Am I crazy? Probably. But I’m also incredibly excited about it.

And I’m starting with March because spring is my absolute favorite season. There’s something about those first warm days, about things coming back to life, about the way March can be both wild and gentle in the same afternoon. Plus, March holds one of the most important days of my life – March 18th, my son’s birthday. This album is personal in ways I didn’t even plan for.

The Suno Journey: 53 Minutes That Took Hundreds of Listens

Let me tell you about the production process because it was… intense. I used Suno AI to produce the music for this album, and I didn’t just hit “generate” and call it done. Each song went through 3-10 versions. That’s somewhere between 45-150 versions I listened to across 15 songs, finding the exact sound that matched what I was hearing in my head, what fit the story I needed to tell.

Some songs clicked on version 3. Others? I listened to ten different arrangements before I found the one that made me go “THAT’S IT.” And “The Irish Goodbye”? That one came out PERFECT. I’m so proud of how that track sounds – it captures exactly the comedy and chaos I wanted.

What to Expect: 15 Songs, One Journey

This isn’t just a collection of songs about March. It’s a journey. Here’s where we’re going together:

The Playful Opening (Tracks 1-3) We start light – “Leap Day” asks that delightful question: do I really get an extra day? “Twenty-Eight Days” keeps the fun rolling, and then “Wearing Green” kicks off the Irish celebration with pure joy. These first three songs are your warm-up, your invitation to the party.

Getting Personal (Tracks 4-7) Then we shift. “March Eighteenth” is where I tell you about my son’s birth – it’s tender, it’s personal, it’s everything. “Irish Kitchen” wraps you in warmth and comfort food memories. And then? Comedy break! “I Guess That’s Where I Get It From” and “The Irish Goodbye” are here to make you LAUGH. Because we need that before what comes next.

The Dark Truth (Tracks 8-9) This is where the album gets real. “Irish in My Bones” slows everything down and gets honest. And “It Runs on Both Sides of the Family”? That’s the heavy one. The dark satire. The truth about alcoholism that runs through my family tree. It’s the emotional low point, and it’s supposed to be. Because you can’t have renewal without facing what needs to be renewed.

Spring Awakening (Tracks 10-12) Recovery begins with “First Thaw” – hope emerging, lighter cardigans, morning dew. “Robin’s Return” gives us breathing room with peaceful observation. “Seeds of Tomorrow” plants hope for the future with a gentle waltz that sways you back to your feet.

The Powerful Finish (Tracks 13-15) Energy RETURNS with “March Winds” – wild, free, dancing in the chaos of spring storms. Then comes “Bloom Where You’re Planted,” my big vocal showcase moment, the power anthem that says “I’m here, I’m growing, I’m NOT going anywhere.” And we close with “Renewal,” soft but strong, transformation complete: “This is me.”

What’s Coming Next

Starting soon, I’ll be posting about each song individually. I’m going to share the lyrics, the stories behind them, what they mean to me, and why they found their place on this album. For the comedy songs, we’re going to have some fun. For the heavy ones, we’re going to get real.

And because I believe in feeding both body and soul, I’m throwing in some bonuses:
- An authentic Irish soda bread recipe (because “Irish Kitchen” made me hungry)
- How to make the perfect espresso martini
- The secret to making green beer that doesn’t taste like regret
Stay tuned, friends. This is going to be a journey, and I’m so glad you’re here for it.

Album Details

15 Tracks | ~53 Minutes | March 2026

Lead Single: “Wearing Green” The One That’ll Go Viral: “The Irish Goodbye” The One for the Real Ones: “It Runs on Both Sides of the Family” The Vocal Showcase: “Bloom Where You’re Planted”

Are you ready for March Winds?

❤️ Melanie
January 15, 2026