HeartBeat

                                                                                               
What's Going On World,
                                     I've been listening to this song all day. It's called "Heartbeat" by Orlando Dixon. I had a previous post about the incredible work that he does. I love how smooth this record is. It kind of makes you want to get sexy and go out. Again, I'm looking forward to this kids future and the great work that awaits him. Hope you dig it.
                                                                      Peace,
                                                                               Brentwood Slim
                                                                                         

Role Model

                                                                                             

What's Happening World,
                                       I just thought I would share this video of David Banner, speaking on rappers being role models. I found it really interesting, his ideas of what people gravitate towards. Sex, Money, and fast cars. I wonder why? These subjects feel so common now, that it all kind of blends together. I'm a firm believer, that people need inspiration as much as they need club bangers. But it feels like positivity is looked over. What are your thought?
                                                                       Brentwood Slim

Bottoms Up

                                                                               
What's Going on World,
                                      So before I go to bed tonight, besides saying my prayers, I MUST share this video. It's an arrangement of Trey Songz's "Bottoms Up", by a group of guys who attend Berklee School of Music. Darion Ja'Von, Darek Cobbs, Rod Bonner, Anthony Nemhard, and George Parks. This is truly work that inspires me. I love that they didn't see it as an opportunity to show every trick that they knew, but to make a cohesive sound and choose the moments to come out of the groove. I'm looking forward to the future of these guys. Hope you enjoy it.
                                                              Peace,
                                                                     Brentwood Slim

Fear

                                                                                     

What's Up World,
                        I just thought I would share these words of wisdom today. It seems like sometimes the older we get, the easier it is to become bitter. Why harvest that "fear" when everyday you have an opportunity to do something great. Remember perfect love casts out fear. So you have to make a choice about how you want to live your life. From fear or from love. It's on you!
                                                                      Til Next Time,
                                                                                         Brentwood Slim
                                   

Caught Up

What's Going On World,
                                    I'm sorry, Again lol,  that we haven't connected in a week. I've been busy reading "Creating Passion Brands"by David Vinjamuri , as well as organizing my next move. I just want you all to know, to stay persistent. In whatever you do, consistency pays off. I also wanted to share this video. It's of my favorite drummer, Aaron Spears,  playing to Usher's song "Caught Up". He has such an incredible ability to go in and out of the groove, as well as really tasteful fills. Hope you enjoy.
                                                                             Til Next Time,
                                                                                                Brentwood Slim

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