Building Something from Nothing

As musicians and artists we are all caught up in making our art or trying to put our stamp on the world. But with so many different personalities going completely different directions, it’s no wonder we all find such a hard time gaining any headway. What if, instead of solely working toward individual goals, we worked toward building a community where we can all benefit from the work we put into it?

I realized after reading Mo' Meta Blues: The World According to Questlove that many of the great artist that hit big in the last ten years were musically born in a project that was built upon community. Many artists coming together to share their love of Soul, R&B, and Hip-hop in turn created Neo-Soul where The Roots found their calling.

My path in life has been a windy one, but I have still managed to find a few people that believe in me and want to help me and in return I do everything in my power to help them in their goals. It’s the age old adage of “You scratch my back, I’ll scratch yours.” But what if more of us worked this way? You help me fund my project and in return I’ll play on your project or help you fund yours, or help you plan the logistics for your next big show. It’s all a give and a take, but lately it seems the mentality taking over society is simply just, “TAKE!”

I propose that if I've helped you in the past by playing on a recital, teaching lessons, helped you move, or even just been there to listen to your venting that its now time for you to help me. If you choose to support in any way you can then I promise you this, right here right now, that I will be a part of your next project on some level. I have an array of skills to offer to up-and-coming and professional musicians, perhaps all you need is a change of perspective. Lets build something together. #AD4L is coming soon will you be involved?