@Brian Futch - blog

Hello again! - @brian-futch

Tue, 27 Dec 2011 20:53:06 -0500

I've heard from so many Mixposure veterans over the last few weeks, I've felt guilty for not showing my face. So I thought I'd stop by and wish everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Looks like Mike Kohlgraf and I will be doing a live show in the near future, will let you know as soon as the details are worked out. If you get a chance, please check out my new video, "Don't Forget Me". Just posted it on my page. It's a tribute to all our veterans past and present. Thanks! See you soon!

CD Release Party! - @brian-futch

Thu, 03 Feb 2011 12:27:07 -0500

First of all, I would like to thank everyone for all the kind words of encouragement regarding my new album, And Then There Were Songs. My cd release party is finally here and I'm really looking forward to rocking the house with all my friends and family. The cd release party will be held at Sweetwater Bar and Grill in Duluth, GA. Click on the link for directions. If you live in the Atlanta area, I'd for you to come out and have some fun with us. I'll be joined by Red Velvet Mojo, who'll take the stage at 8:30 p.m., then the Brian Futch band takes over at 9:45 p.m., followed by Levi Lowrey, who'll be performing with his Community House Band at 11:00 p.m. If you don't know Levi, he just came off tour with Zac Brown and is signed to Zac's label, Southern Ground Records. He's a tremendous songwriter/performer and he'll be playing with me on one of my acoustic songs in the middle of my set. In addition to all the music and fun, we'll be filming my album set in HD for a future DVD, so come on out and be a part of this special night!

CD Release Party!!!!!! - @brian-futch

Tue, 14 Dec 2010 21:58:55 -0500

Tentative date for my CD Release party is set for Sat. Feb. 5th at Sweetwater Live in Duluth, GA! If you're in the Atlanta area, come on out. Show starts at 9 p.m. and we're gonna have a party!!!!!

My new CD is officially for sale! - @brian-futch

Thu, 30 Dec 2010 15:04:15 -0500

You can get your very own copy at my new cdbaby artist page! Here's the link: http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/brianfutch

We'll be stocking as often as needed, hopefully daily! It's been a year in the making, but here we go! Thanks for all of your support here at Mixposure!

Brian Futch

Mark Zonder - @brian-futch

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 20:44:10 -0500

Check this out! http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=146763

Videos - @brian-futch

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 10:13:00 -0500

Just posted two new videos on my video page. They are both live performances of my band Red Velvet Mojo performing at the Lilburn 100 year birthday bash back in October. Audio is not the best as it was recorded with a flip recorder, but it's not bad. Hope you like them!

Official Brian Futch Fan Page-Facebook - @brian-futch

Thu, 02 Dec 2010 09:14:23 -0500

Hey everyone in Mixposure land,

First of all, Happy Holidays! Second of all, I need some help. I'm trying to get as many fans as possible on my Facebook Fan Page and would sure appreciate it you could go here and click "Like": http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Official-Brian-Futch-Fan-Page/131515530192412

Saw the finished artwork for my new album yesterday and it looks great! My song When A Hero Dies is picking up steam on YouTube with over 450 plays in the last 3 weeks. It's amazing how that song is getting around. God is good! Hope you have a great Christmas!

Thanks!

Brian

Joseph Rodriguez The Metal Master Radio Show - @brian-futch

Thu, 02 Dec 2010 16:18:57 -0500

Hey everyone,

Just wanted to let you know to listen to Joseph's Radio show tonight starting at 8 p.m. EST. He'll be premiering two tracks off of my new album "And Then There Were Songs". You'll have to listen to hear which two. They're both about heroes, if that helps. Thanks Joseph!

Videos - @brian-futch

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 10:12:50 -0500

Album Update - @brian-futch

Tue, 30 Nov 2010 20:16:24 -0500

I know it's been a while since I posted, but I wanted to let you know how my album is doing. I've been working on this for over a year with Cass Anawaty at Sunbreak Music in Oregon. With Mark Zonder(Fates Warning, Slavior, Warlord) on drums, Jeff Leonard(Upper Left Trio) on bass, Clay Giberson(Upper Left Trio)on piano, Benji Wertheimer on percussion, this has turned out to be truly first class. The masters are done and have been sent to duplication and I should have product in hand before Christmas. I would like to thank everyone here, especally Dazed, for all the encouragement I've been given over the years. There are so many talented people on this site and it's amazing to see how it has grown. I will be releasing some of the material to the radio show hosts for play on the shows, though for the time being I won't be able to post for streaming. I will offer some free downloads on my webpage, www.brianfutch.com , and as soon as I get my e-store set up, I'll let you know. Once again, thanks! Hope you had a great Thanksgiving and may you have an even better Christmas!

When A Hero Dies Repost - @brian-futch

Mon, 31 May 2010 16:50:23 -0400

Guess I messed up on the youtube idea. Here's the link:

Memorial Day - @brian-futch

Mon, 31 May 2010 12:48:07 -0400

Being a veteran myself, it's very important to me to always remember those who've give their lives in service to my country. I wrote this song last year to honor those made the ultimate sacrifice. While it is not the final version, this is the latest mix of my song, "When A Hero Dies" that will be on my upcoming album "And Then There Were Songs" scheduled for release in August 2010. Please have a listen and say a prayer of thanks.

Hey Mixposure Folks - @brian-futch

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 11:03:14 -0500

It's been a while since I've been around. I just don't seem to have much down time anymore. Due to the economic downturn, my company closed my store and moved me into sales. I'm thankful I still have a job at this point, but it requires much more attention due to the fact that I'm in a learning mode. I'm also in the middle of recording a new album featuring some of my songs from the last two years, including "That's It" from the Same Song Title Madness from last year. I'm working with Paul Russell, Calamity Studios in Singapore, Thailand and Cass Anawaty, Sunbreak Studios in Oregon. Both are top notch at what they do and after my trip to Oregon in December to do the vocal tracks, I am very excited about where this is headed. We're planning a national release around March/April timeframe. In addition to the album, my band Red Velvet Mojo is starting to gain some traction in Atlanta. We've been able to land some gigs over the past couple of months and have two more scheduled in the near future. You can check our site www.redvelvetmojo.com for show schedule and links to our Myspace site and Facebook page. On top of all that, add in a wife and 5 beautiful daughters who have many, many activities which require attention, my life is quite busy right now. Hopefully things will settle down a bit this summer and I'll be able to participate more. Just wanted to say hey to everbody at Mixposure, I haven't forgotten you!

Website Update-New album song clips - @brian-futch

Wed, 15 Dec 2010 19:32:06 -0500

Hey everyone!

Just wanted to let you know that you can hear some clips from my new album, "And Then There Were Songs" on my website at www.brianfutch.com . There's a 1 min clip from all 10 songs, and the emedded youtube of "When A Hero Dies". Stop by and sign up on the email list as well! Thanks!

Brian Futch

Been a While - @brian-futch

Fri, 04 Sep 2009 11:04:08 -0400

It's been a while since I've been on here. Been very busy with my band, Red Velvet Mojo, family stuff, job. I'm still here though. I'll be playing this weekend with a band from our church for a long family camp weekend. We had to learn 33 songs in two and a half weeks, aaaaargh! I'll have fun, but will also be glad when its over. Between practicing with the two bands, preparing for this weekend and our festival gigs, I haven't had time to spit. Hope everyone is well here, been listening to some new music today and, as usual, top shelf stuff being put out on Mixposure. Hope everyone has a great Labor Day weekend(U.S.) the rest of you living abroad, have a great weekend as well!

RVM Night at Bennies - @brian-futch

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 07:55:42 -0400

Once again, it's time to rock the house at Bennies Bar and Grill in Snellville. If you live in the Atlanta area, come on out. If you get there around 8, you can order some great New Orleans style cuisine. By the time you get done, we'll be ready finish it off with heavy helping of classic rock and blues. For directions, go to www.benniesbarandgrill.com . We'll have the full band tonight. Should be fun!!!!!

Red Velvet Trio Tonight - @brian-futch

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 18:30:46 -0400

If any of you out there in mixposure land are around the Atlanta area tonight, stop by Bennies Bar & Grill in a couple of hours and catch 3 of the members of Red Velvet Mojo in action! We'll be doing a set at the beginning of jam night. We'll get started around 9 pm. I know it's quick notice, but we just decided to do it. Hey Mke K, come check us out.

Oh yeah, Bennies is located on Hwy 78 near the intersection of Killian Hill Road. Approx. 10 miles east of 285.

CSP Saturday Night Rocks - @brian-futch

Sat, 08 Nov 2008 23:20:21 -0500

I just want to send a huge thank you out to Mike K, Gina and Rick for all the work they put into tonights presentation. It was top notch as usual. Your words of kindness are humbling. I had a great time and everyone else seemed to have one as well. Awesome. Dazed thanks for all the work you've done behind the scenes. I also appreciate the comments from fellow musicians and music lovers. It inspires me to keep on keeping on. God Bless.

Exile Collection - @brian-futch

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 09:29:00 -0400

I have had the honor of one of my songs, "It's Over", being released on a compilation CD titled, The Exile Collection-No Excuses. It's a complilation of musicians all over the world, much like this site, from a forum that I've belonged to for years called The Other Place. It's being distributed through Itunes and CdBaby. The website is www.exilecollection.com. I also contributed on one of the other cuts titled, Lay It On Me. This release is also my first step towards releasing my own CD which I am currently working on with Paul Russell, a producer and studio owner in Singapore. Hopefully, we'll have it completed and available for release in the Spring of 09. If you get a chance, stop by the website and check out the clips, the mixing and mastering are top notch, the songs are awesome. God Bless.

Merry Christmas - @brian-futch

Wed, 24 Dec 2008 10:51:30 -0500

I know I haven't been around much lately. Been tied up with trying to find business in a slow economy and taking care of the family. Things are crazy in this world. If you watch the news or get it off the net, it's enough to depress any normal human being. Sometimes I let what's going on get to me too much and it affects my relationships with my friends and family. Once again I have to remind myself that if I focus on things of the heart, I don't have to worry so much. We've been given a gift. In an age where being a Christian isn't "cool", I am thankful that God became man. For without this, there would be no hope. I know there are those here that don't believe this. That is your perogative and I hold no ill will against you for it. I can only say that God has blessed me and continues to do so. Man has made a mess of this world, but God has solved this problem. His Son is the answer. I celebrate His coming to us this week. I pray that He blesses you and your families as He's blessed mine. May peace and joy cover you like a warm blanket on a chilly December morning. Merry Christmas Mixposure.

Computer Issues - @brian-futch

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 14:37:58 -0400

Hey everyone,

You know what sucks? Having a computer, coming to the site and not being able to listen to any music. It's not IMS. I work for a rather large corporation that leases all of its computers. For the past two months, I've had no sound. Thus, I've not been able to listen to any music while I work. Most of my time for listening to the new music here at IMS has been at work, as in the evening I'm either recording or spending time with my kids and wife. I called in my problem to our tech support department and still, 2 months later, no fix. In fact, they've spent very little time trying to help me. I have to have sound to listen to their numerous webinars and training videos so you'd think they'd be interested in fixing it. This is my biggest beef with corporations, too much friggin' red tape.

Thanks for letting me rant today.

Reviews - @brian-futch

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 08:26:43 -0500

Just wanted to publicly state my thoughts regarding the review process here. I was reviewing a new song that had been recently posted and came across something that really bothered me. The reviewer saw that the poster had not done any reviews and publicly attacked him for not participating in the review process. One of the reasons this bothered me is because I've been on the receiving end of this kind of attack and it was completely unfounded. People post their songs on this website for many different reasons, none of which any of us are privy too unless the person declares their reasons to us. Some post because they enjoy the sense of community here, that includes me. Some post because they want to have a place for friends and family to have access to their songs without the bother of sending large files through email or burning cd's to snail mail. Whatever their reason, they post. Some of these people pay for the extra benefits included with the package. Being coerced into doing reviews because you're worried about being called to the carpet does not produce honest, heartfelt reviews. It produces quick, cookie cutter reviews that end up being shallow, however honest, to get your review count up. Sorry, I don't subscribe to this. I think the public humiliation angle will hurt this site. If you've got a problem with someone, it would be better to privately message them to get it straightened out. You might find out that their situation might be different than yours. Maybe they don't have the time that you have to sit down everyday and listen to ten or twelve songs. There may be long stretches of time where their life is just so busy, they don't have time at all to listen and review. Whatever the reason, who are we to judge? You may disagree with me, that is your perogative. It is just my opinion that these "public" displays of disaffection does a disservice to the community as a whole. There, I said my piece.

Same Song Title Madness - @brian-futch

Sun, 17 Feb 2008 16:35:32 -0500

Just wanted to let everyone know what a good time I had last night listening to the SSTM radio show. Rasmuth did an excellent job and the songs were fantastic. It still amazes me the power of the internet to bring people from different parts of the globe together, regardless of all the crap that's happening, for a few minutes of true peace. Anyway, just had a great time and can't wait for the next one.

IMusicScene is my official site - @brian-futch

Mon, 28 Jan 2008 15:44:13 -0500

Signed up today for the platinum account. I've taken my soundclick site off of V.I.P status and moved here. I think what I like about IMusic Scene is that it is more like a community of like minded individuals with the same goal in mind. To get better. What's not to like about that?

Been Gone Too Long - @brian-futch

Wed, 23 Jan 2008 21:35:22 -0500

What's up guys? Sorry I haven't been around in so long. Work has kept me very busy. I've finally started writing again and have about three new songs in the works. I'll try to get on more and do some reviews. I certainly appreciate the reviews that have been given on my songs.