Intentions

                                                                                         

What's Going on World,
                                 So it's been a few days, I know. You'll have to excuse my obession with this new book I got my hands on. It's called Twitter Power 2.0 by Joel Comm. Incredible read for those who are building brands. I want to speak on something that's been on my heart lately. I often ask myself  "why do I do what I do?"  WHY make music? WHY act? WHY sing? And it always comes down to something very simple. Because I love to do it. With whatever you do, if the money, the lifestyle, or the approval from others become the WHY, you'll never truly be happy. Do it because you love to do it. You'll be surpised at the impact.
                                                            'Til Next Time
                                                                           Brentwood Slim

Penelope

                                                                                           
What's Happening World,
                                     People ALWAYS ask me what's my favorite song, and I can never answer. I guess my love for music makes me appreciate just about everything. But if I had to choose, I would say my favorite song is Penelope by a group called Pinback. I heard this song for the first time in high school, and a couple of years ago I found out that it's actually about a dying fish. lol That's just a testament that WHATEVER you talk about, if it's from the heart, it transcends. I hope you all enjoy this as much as I do.
                                                                                         Peace,
                                                                                                 Brentwood Slim

Pitch Black Milk

                                                                                     
What's Happening World,
                                   I thought I would shed some light on this incredible short film called "Pitch Black Milk". It's written, directed, and produced by Chriss Barkley who is an incredible up and coming producer. It deals with not accepting yourself for who YOU are, which is a very human thing to me. We all have individual gifts, unique talents, and eccentric ways of thinking but somehow compare ourselves to other people. Even down to wanting to look like someone else. I'm inspired by this work, because I'm constantly reminded that I have to be the best ME I can be.
                                                                      Enjoy,
                                                                             Brentwood Slim

INSPIRED

                                                                                         
What's Going On World,
                                     I heard a quote today that said, "Life is like a game of monopoly. No matter how many properties we buy or how many houses we build, at the end of the game "it all goes back in the box".   All we have ultimately are the relationships that we nurtured, the lives we impacted, and the ones that have touched us." This was just a reminder to me, that all the fly things that we love about life. Cars, Money, Clothes, Jewels, etc. We can't take it with us. It's important as artists, and as people that we leave our stamp on the world. That when we're gone our legacy lives. Hope it inspired you, as much as it did me.
                                                                          'Til Next Time
                                                                                             Brentwood Slim

Serenade

                                                                                   

What's Up World,
                            Yet another post. I ran across this video the other night, and it just so happens that I went to high school with this young lady. Her name is Farrin Sherelle, and she's an INCREDIBLE vocalist. I love how much control she possesses, and her overall clean sound. I can't wait to see what the future holds for her, and I consider this inspiration.
                                                                      Enjoy,
                                                                             Brentwood Slim

Change

                                                                                   


What's Up World,
                        Just want you all to know that Life Happens. Time changes, circumstances change, and ultimately the world around you changes. How you respond to these things, is what makes you Victorious or what sets you back. It's easy to become bitter, to be frustrated, and to doubt. Stay in it! Know that your purpose is unmatched, and discipline will carry you through.
                                                                             Peace
                                                                                    Brentwood Slim

Believing

                                                                                           

What's Up World,
                          I just thought it was about that time, to give you guys some original work. This is me doing a cover of Lupe Fiasco's "The Show Goes On". I actually wrote this song to myself as a reminder to keep grinding, even when the present circumstance looks bad. Now it's like my anthem, whenever I feel anything close to giving up. Hope you all dig it!
                                                                           Peace
                                                                                 Brentwood Slim

Sure Thing

                                                                             

What's Happening World,
                                        I just got off work, and I thought I would share one of my favorite videos right now. It's of an up and coming artist, named Orlando Dixon, who is extremely talented. He's doing a cover of Miguel's "Sure Thing", which I actually like more than the original song. I look forward to this kids future, because it's not often that we hear such an authentic sound.
                                                                                     Enjoy,
                                                                                            Brentwood Slim

The Huddle

                                                   
What's Happening World,
                                        It's been a long time since we've spoke. I've been EXTREMELY busy pushing this vision forward. Recording music, setting up shoots, writing songs. You know, everything that comes with dreaming. I want you all to know that, you ARE your circle. You ARE the people that you hang around, as well as the things you expose yourself to. If you're around Great people you will be Great, and the same goes for the opposite. You have to make a daily effort to think and stay positive. Negative steals your joy. If you're a believer in the Bible or not, consider this scripture. "Evil company, corrupts good manners." Now marinate on that!
                                                      'Til Next Time,
                                                                            Brentwood Slim