Those that know me well or have known me for a long time know what Joe Sample 's music means to me. It was in my mother's womb that I experienced his music for the very first time. The album…
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I am a VERY blessed man!! I realize it, understand it, and I KNOW it!!
I may not be exactly where I want to be in life, but looking back on the past, I have accomplished a lot in my short time here on this Earth and I'm grateful for all of the things I've…Read more
Remembering George Duke: 1946-2013 
George Duke, one of the greatest pianists, producers, songwriters, arrangers, musical directors, and all-around musicians I've have ever seen, passed away last week at the age of 67. Duke's career saw him play with everyone from Miles Davis, Cannonball Adderly,…Read more
Should Musicians Work For Free?
Just dropping in to share my thoughts at the moment...
Musicians (and artists in general)... we often get calls to perform and do shows or play on people's albums for very little to no money, or for free and…Read more
Musicians (and artists in general)... we often get calls to perform and do shows or play on people's albums for very little to no money, or for free and…Read more
A Very Inspiring Message from a "B" liever!!
Brandon, thank you so much, my friend. Your posts inspire and teach us all what honor, true love and respect really are in this day and age and I have a high regard for you. You are an amazing person… Read more
Music is NOT a hobby for me!
I recently met someone who thought what I do is some kind of paid hobby, just a bit of fun… so I need to explain something about how my life as a musician really works and what music means to… Read more
I Was Blessed to know Don Blackman (My Experience)
Where do I start? I guess the begiining would be the best place. I remember hearing Don's music as a child. My mom had the "Blackman" album and she would wear "Since You've Been Away So Long" and "Holding You…
Read moreCelebrating 10 Years As A FULL-TIME Musician... it has NOT been easy!!
This month, I celebrate the 10th Anniversary of being a self-employed, FULL-TIME Musician and Producer!!
The last job I had was at Guitar Center. I was there for close to 3 years. I'm very grateful to have had that…Read more
The last job I had was at Guitar Center. I was there for close to 3 years. I'm very grateful to have had that…Read more
I Will Be A Superhero... WITH MY MUSIC!!
If I had a non-traditional Super Power, it would be to heal people... in their minds. I think the complete and total healing in people's minds would be pretty super.
The world would be a much more beautiful place… Read more
The world would be a much more beautiful place… Read more
Happy Birthday Eminem!!
Since today is Eminem's birthday, I figured I'd tell the story of one of my most memorable times with him and why I stopped drinking for 6 months straight after the first time we met at Marilyn's On Monroe back… Read more
The Music Industry Will Kill You If You Let It. Be Kind. Love. Pray.
Very sad to learn that my man Chris Lighty, music industry legend, has passed. Depression. Suicide. Sending much love to his wife, his children, and everyone he touched in the music industry. Life in the music and entertainment industry can… Read more
A Day I'll Never Forget. My Best Friend's Suicide.
I woke up today very sad and with a very heavy heart. I woke up with my old friend Jenea Prince on my mind. She was a very good friend and a crush of mine at Henry Ford High School…Read more
Aspirations...
When it comes to music, I'm tireless in my pursuit of excellence. No matter how great I become, I will always aspire to be greater. I will always aspire to be a better musician... a better producer. I will always… Read more