Transitions

By Braille • Jul 10th, 2008 • Category: Artists in Residence

Hello readers - this is my first blog with Soul-Audio and I’m excited to have another HOME on the web where I can share my heart. I don’t take these opportunities lightly because I remember a time in my life where I felt like no one heard me or took me serious. We’ve all been there, feeling like our opinions and feelings don’t matter to anyone.

I was a very quiet kid in high school and during all 4 years I only made a handful of friends. I spent most of my time working on music, and now the same thing that I used to hide behind is the area of my life that creates the most social opportunity. I’ve spent the last 7 years of my life traveling and doing concerts. I remember not being able to make eye contact with the audience while I performed because I was so shy. The truth is, I was a lot more comfortable communicating my thoughts in studios and on computers. I’ve grown a lot socially but there is still a little bit of anxiety left in me. The various transitions I’ve experienced in life have helped me to look past my own limitations and weaknesses - and stretch myself to achieve more then what I thought I was capable of.

I wish blogging was popular in 1998 - I would have been an all star. (Haha.) I remember being in high school and wanting to share my stories with others. I had a lot of time on my hands and probably would have wrote a new blog every day. Right now, twice a month is about all I can manage - but the exciting thing about my life right now is that I’m no longer praying to be heard. I’m praying for the right words to say, because now that people are listening the stakes are much higher. God has brought me to places in my life that I never thought were possible, and although I’m very aware of my own limitations - I also know that God can use my life to accomplish incredible things.

I’m confident that this blog will be fruitful, and my confidence isn’t in myself. I put my confidence in God, because I watched up close what he did with my life - and the transition has been amazing!!! My intent is to use this blog space to share the adventures, transitions and victories in my own personal life - and encourage everyone with the knowledge and faith that God can produce victories and transitions in your own lives. Beyond your wildest imaginations.

Braille

Braille

Bryan "Braille" Winchester was born in Portland, OR and has spent time living in New Jersey (high school) and L.A.. He is currently settled back in his hometown with his wife of 6 years and his daughter (19 months). Crafting hip-hop music for over 13 years now, some of his career highlights include touring as the opening act for James Brown (over 20 shows between 05'-06'), releasing 4 solo records - including his current album "The IV Edition", and operating his own record label called Hiphop IS Music. Being actively involved behind the scenes and on the front lines has given Braille the opportunity to learn about the music world from both sides of the fence. At 26 years of age, Braille still has a youthful passion despite his many years of experience.

Thursday Jul 10th, 2008 • View all posts by Braille • View all posts in Artists in Residence

Does it Resonate with you?