(Lauren and Bryan)Ah, to be a rock star. It would be such an amazing life. I'm sure just about everyone has fantasized about being on stage every night in front of an adoring audience of thousands of fans. It would be great. To be rich and famous and inspiring to so many people would be unbelievable.
The reality of being a rock star, though, is that it's meant for people who are actually talented at making music. I know that sometimes, mistakes are made, and people are recognized as "talented musicians." I won't name any names, but we know who they are.
For those who deserve it, though, it is something to dream about. Which brings me to my brother, Bryan.
Bryan is 17, and has been playing the guitar for many years now. Like some kids who play sports, Bryan plays the guitar. He takes weekly lessons, logs hours upon hours of practice each week, writes his own music, and when the opportunity presents itself, he performs in front of an audience.
I have been to each performance, video camera in hand, as an adoring fan at his shows. He's not in a formal band, but for school talent shows he's put together other friends who will join him in showcasing their talents in front of the student body.
Last year, Bryan got the opportunity to perform with his guitar teacher's band during their student showcase. Bry loved it. He said that he really couldn't see anyone in the audience because of the lighting, but that it was so amazing to perform in front of so many people, along side an established local band.
The one thing that Bry wants to do before he kicks it is perform with a famous rock band. Some of his favorite are the Foo Fighters and The Mars Volta.
Personally, I already think he is a bit of a rock star, and before I kick it, I'd like to see him perform with his own band.
Here's a link to Bryan and his buddy Matt... they decided to do this for a school project
(Bryan's on the left)
And here's a link to watch one of his favorites
Happy Living,
Morgan
You are so right about people being famous and not having any talent at all!!! It sucks that not everyone has the same chance to display their talents. Also....Dave Grohl=God haha
ReplyDeletealso a life long goal of mine :)
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