susan d (guitarist/vocalist/songwriter)
Judy Valencerina (ebonies and ivories), Justin Dempsey (bing bangs)
Influences
People with soul, other artists, ingenuity, love, being in love, making love, break-ups, make-ups, the radio, spontaneity, the world, insecurities, fear, anger, desperation, rain, driving, night, happiness and sometimes alcohol.
I have been writing and performing music for a little over 8 years now. I started out doing an open mic every Tuesday night in Ventura, CA at the Garden Village Cafe, which more recently became The Selah Cafe, and even more recently shut down. The cafe was a place I could call home and much like home, it was a place where I could say that I grew up in the aspect of my musical life. When I drove my amateur ass out to The City of Angels (about 60 miles from home) in search of other 'open mics' that were as equally open and welcoming, I was hit with the harsh truth that it probably wouldn't be the same anywhere else. I met a lot of other aspiring musicians, some with big hearts and bigger dreams. I've played restaurants like Taix in LA, places like Hardrock Cafe, the famous highland grounds open mic, McCabes open mic, a bunch of others...I even went up North and did a few there. I began to realize that this little apple didn't fall too far from the tree of dreaming artists. Talent was normal and uniqueness was a virtue. After this, I convinced myself that its got to be more than just a passion and a desire. Dreams were just dreams from that point on. Reality is what it is no matter how you try and fool yourself to think that there will be magic. I know that this is not something that will ever be handed to me. I gotta give to get. My hope is to transcend to selflessness and become a servant to my listeners' needs for music. If it becomes something more of a profession as I progress as a musician and songwriter, then I'm gonna take it, make it, and run with it all the way because very few are ever given the chance to change the world through their craft.
Hey. I haven't sassed you in a while; I'm a little pent up actually...In fact, I've forgotten just what to say to goad you into a response. I suppose I could always be nice and rely on my winning personality...naw. ;)
The music sounds great. Don't get too good or I'll have to fly down there and challenge you to a guitar duel!
hi, weve been friends for a while but havent spoken much.
On July 11th, were playing in Ventura on the corner of Ash and Main at the Elks Lodge. My name is bryan, im singer and frontman of this ventura county alt rock quartet- Softsilence. Please come to the show, tickets are just $5 in advance from us.
Heres a URL of the show flyer.
have a great day, I hope you come =) bring friends.
http://viewmorepics.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=viewImage&friendID=1307007&albumID=2153734&imageID=50961458
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Heads up! We are doing an all day Beer Pong Tournament today Sunday April 12th from 3pm-7pm at The Beachcomber Tavern 206 Ocean Drive, Silverstrand Beach, 93035. Everyone has to be 21 and we expect everyone to be as safe as possible so designate or get yourself dropped off! Every Sunday we strive to bring independent minds, music and fun together and this Easter edition of "Sunday School" will no doubt be alot of fun! 21 & Up. No Cover Ever! Live music after 7pm!!! Happy Hour all day! I hope you can make it out for some good friends, good people and some priceless moments!!! Bring your cameras! Thanks for the support! -Pete
Thank you for your friendship and I am glad you enjoy my music! I could not have done it without your support. I am very excited and full of inspiration that I can't wait to share with you. New things are on the way! I hope you are doing what you love and following your dreams! Don't forget to keep in touch!!
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