I became a hospital Chief Financial Officer at 27 by having the guts to take the chance and move my wife and 1 year old to a rural area. It was very risky but paid off. I was the shy guy standing in front of a board of directors but knew I had to support my family. I'm now capping off a 40 year career and retiring next year. I play a little guitar at night and have a nice collection.
I gotta admit this resonates especially so in the moment. Id been very ANTI as far as having kids went much of my life. That was until maybe a year or two ago, I met my lady we got along quite well. She herself already had a 7yr old. That experience changed my perspective profoundly.. profoundly! Im now realizing I need to make certain adjustments to my overall being if I want this relationship to work. The ole spidey sense tells me this is my path and my person and I need to do what I have to do.
I thought you were gonna go into Dee Snider mode , when you said , what do you wanna do with your life ? I wanna rock ! Seriously though , love your attitude man .
I just got horrific health news. Chances are I will break on through. That said, the time to give up isvwhen you are dead. Love rules, evil sucks...rocknon and leave this place better for your having been here!😊
I worked at record labels and in record distribution both industry job have disappeared to an extent. I find myself scrambling for a new career at 50 it’s a scary endeavor. Thanks for the words
Great message Brad. You’re absolutely correct. I reached out for help 6 months ago and have completely turned my life around. It can get better no matter how hopeless it may seem.
Good stuff man, my big fear to overcome is beginning to play live soon, instead of just making music comfortably in my home studio. Its funny, I am more terrified to play live than I was to go to Parris Island in 2015.
Once you get that first one under your belt I bet you will be bitten by that gig bug and can’t get enough. Then after a few years of that you will be asking how much money 💴 are we making? And if its not enough for your troubles you will decide just to stay home. But it can be a lot of fun and like Bad Brad preaches there are a lot of life lessons to be learned and its not just about playing music. Welcome to RNR University be sure you graduate with honors.
I think about those hundreds if not thousands of Sunset Strip bands who never made it, yet they spent so much time and money in a vain effort to do so, and how could it not aggravate the hell out of them? I can't imagine what a let-down it must've felt like to just miss that brass ring just as the scene switched over to grunge and glam bands were on their last legs and breaking up left and right. When you've invested so much of yourself in something you whole-heartedly believed in, and it doesn't pan out, then what do you do? How do you re-capture that energy that fueled your struggle with your old band?
You dont recapture you reinvent yourself. I was always a guitar player who played a lot of different styles so moving to Nashville I just decided to get back to playing music rather than play rockstar.
Brad, on the Stone Padre song Dance,Dance Wake Up and Dance, what did you use to record that track? I really like the guitar tone and your playing. Thank you
"realistic attainable goals" is key
Yes for sure!👍🏻
I became a hospital Chief Financial Officer at 27 by having the guts to take the chance and move my wife and 1 year old to a rural area. It was very risky but paid off. I was the shy guy standing in front of a board of directors but knew I had to support my family. I'm now capping off a 40 year career and retiring next year. I play a little guitar at night and have a nice collection.
That is awesome!!!😎 A true testament
Inspirational.
Thank you!!!
I gotta admit this resonates especially so in the moment. Id been very ANTI as far as having kids went much of my life. That was until maybe a year or two ago, I met my lady we got along quite well. She herself already had a 7yr old. That experience changed my perspective profoundly.. profoundly! Im now realizing I need to make certain adjustments to my overall being if I want this relationship to work. The ole spidey sense tells me this is my path and my person and I need to do what I have to do.
So glad you are on the right path.
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love it!
I can definitely appreciate the message this morning.
Perfect!
I did weekend beer binges for 30 years but cried out to God 15 years ago and he delivered me from that sewer. He is mighty to save!
That is awesome!
I thought you were gonna go into Dee Snider mode , when you said , what do you wanna do with your life ? I wanna rock ! Seriously though , love your attitude man .
Nicely said. The first step is generally the hardest.
It often is.
Thx again, Brad, for another great inspirational message. 😊
Thanks bro!!!😎
Thanx brother Brad. I am enjoying your past and current experience or adventures...we can all relate, thanks for sharing !
Glad you enjoy it!
I just got horrific health news. Chances are I will break on through. That said, the time to give up isvwhen you are dead. Love rules, evil sucks...rocknon and leave this place better for your having been here!😊
I’m very sorry to hear this. You know you have us in your corner. Your presence is always a bright light. Best to you always.
WOW! You've got my respect man! You and I are the same age, but I was 32 when our first child was born and 44 when our second was born.
It's not easy but it is Wonderfull.
I worked at record labels and in record distribution both industry job have disappeared to an extent. I find myself scrambling for a new career at 50 it’s a scary endeavor. Thanks for the words
Man that is scary but you can do it,
Rock ! A - G - D
Right on!👍🏻
good content ... I have been in a rut for awhile ...this is a great message
Morning breakfast club , nice and warm here in New Hampshire today about 40* going up to the high 50s
Good morning!
Great message Brad. You’re absolutely correct. I reached out for help 6 months ago and have completely turned my life around. It can get better no matter how hopeless it may seem.
I am so glad to hear that!
Good stuff man, my big fear to overcome is beginning to play live soon, instead of just making music comfortably in my home studio. Its funny, I am more terrified to play live than I was to go to Parris Island in 2015.
Wow but you can do it!
@@badbrad haha thanks man im definitely going to do my best.
Once you get that first one under your belt I bet you will be bitten by that gig bug and can’t get enough. Then after a few years of that you will be asking how much money 💴 are we making? And if its not enough for your troubles you will decide just to stay home.
But it can be a lot of fun and like Bad Brad preaches there are a lot of life lessons to be learned and its not just about playing music.
Welcome to RNR University be sure you graduate with honors.
@@giblespaul2001 I appreciate the encouragement! One of the many reasons why I love this channel.
The timing could’nt be better!!
Glad I could help.
love your positivity 🙏 dude you talk my language.. 👉 its a difficult course to navigate
It is indeed but we can do it!
It’s like you’ve been following me around, and now you’re telling my life’s story. Stop it!
Just kidding…keep it up!
Wise words dude.
Thank you!
I think about those hundreds if not thousands of Sunset Strip bands who never made it, yet they spent so much time and money in a vain effort to do so, and how could it not aggravate the hell out of them? I can't imagine what a let-down it must've felt like to just miss that brass ring just as the scene switched over to grunge and glam bands were on their last legs and breaking up left and right. When you've invested so much of yourself in something you whole-heartedly believed in, and it doesn't pan out, then what do you do? How do you re-capture that energy that fueled your struggle with your old band?
You dont recapture you reinvent yourself. I was always a guitar player who played a lot of different styles so moving to Nashville I just decided to get back to playing music rather than play rockstar.
Yup, dust yourself down dude, get focused, and crack on with your new vision
Brad, on the Stone Padre song Dance,Dance Wake Up and Dance, what did you use to record that track? I really like the guitar tone and your playing. Thank you
I used one of those Charvel guitars and a Kemper with profiles from Top Jimi.
@badbrad Thanks Brad, you sound great and I really liked your tone. Appreciate your reply
@@KENMAN1357 No problem....Thank you
watch your channel SoaR now that you look your listener in the eye....it is as valuable as a firm handshake
I'm working on it!
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Absolute!
"advanced" age....LOL
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58 is young, I am 71years.
Hey Bad Brad have had a lot of Medical issues appointments great to see you again. Have to get on laptop and donate. Dana 👏👏👏🤳👏💯💯❤️💜🩵💙🩷🩶🖤🤍
I need your advice was it a good choice ordering an Epiphone JB 55 Iredesent P90'S?🙀😸❤️💜🩵💙🩷🤍🩶🖤💯
I think that looks like a cool guitar should hold its value….