Category Archives: BCS News

What’s up, everybody??  Just letting you all know that Pop smash girlband, Monrose’s, brand new album, Ladylike, featuring my song, Definition Of A Woman (co-written by Aussie recording artist, Paulini) is out today in Europe/UK!

The girls have just performed on the Heidi Klum-hosted Germany’s Next Top Model finale, which also featured performances by Katy Perry & Kylie Minogue.  Since that TV appearance, the album is already #3 on iTunes over there, #4 in Austria & #8 in Switzerland………  Crazy!

Please support (if you want, no pressure…) by visiting any of the following links to pick up a copy of the album, song or both ;):

Amazon

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Apart from Paulini & I, it’s cool to know our fellow Aussie mate, Gary Pinto, is representing as a songwriter on this project too, as is  Shaznay Lewis (of the English-Canadian girl group, All Saints).

Toby Gad (co-writer/producer of Beyonce’s If I Were A Boy, Fergie’s Big Girls Don’t Cry, The Veronica’s Untouched etc) is on the record as well.  Man…  To say the least, I’m pretty stoked & humbled to be in such amazing company :).

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Hey everybody, what’s up?  I bring you this update via beautiful Harare (Zimbabwe).  Wow…  This country is so surreal aye, it’s an absolute privilege being here – crazy!

I’m real happy to share with you guys that Grammy Award-winning songwriter/producer, Drew Ramsey, & piano/keyboard maistro, Ben Shive, have come onboard my project.  Gotta say that the results so far are really exciting aye (understatement!).

Drew’s worked with artists such as Michael McDonald, India Aarie, Babyface, Eric Benet & Marc Brousard.  Ben Shive has worked with artists such Dave Barnes & Sara Groves.  It’s a huge honor to have these gentlemen work on my project, man…  Really can’t wait for you guys to hear ;).

Ben Shive

Drew Ramsey

Heyyyy…

I’m so stoked to tell you guys that things are vibin’ & well on their way with my EP.  Sessions have finally kicked off in Nashville this week, with Paul Mabury at the production helm.  Pretty excited :)…

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Ok.  Been waiting to share this news with you guys for ages, but it wasn’t definite until recently.

A little while back I shared that South African Idols winner, Sasha Lee, recorded my song Definition Of A Woman.  Well, now I can reveal to you guys that German all-female pop band, Monrose, have also recorded the song!  It will be featured on their forthcoming album, LadyLike, scheduled for release on 11 June 2010!

Monrose were formed from the international TV show, Popstars. As of 2010, they’ve sold more than 3 million records.

Stoked!

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Phrisk Management is proud to present Fashion Fridays showcasing The Vegas Clothing Winter Collection for 2010 and supported by Abyss Clothing.

Barry Southgate (Face of Vegas Clothing 2010) will also be our special guest on the evening modelling in the parade.

Come early as this promises to be a full capacity event with two of Australia’s finest up and coming designer’s showcasing their winter ranges.

The parade will be styled by  ::  THE NEXT ISH
Hair stylist  ::  NATALIE ANNE ARTISTRY
Music By  ::  DJ TREY

“Whatever happens in Vegas….” you get the picture, join me and The Next ish crew for a night of Fashion, Fun and Funk!! ;).

To RSVP  —–► Vegas Clothing

Some exciting news!

You all know how Idols winner & Sony Music recording artist, Sasha-Lee, recorded a song of mine on her self-titled album.  Well, I just found out that it’s been nominated for Best Pop Album at the SAMA’s (South African Music Awards) next month!

Not only that, but I actually didn’t know what stellar company I was in on this record until now.  Hit songwriters like (American Idol judge) Kara DioGuardi and legendary Grammy Award-winning songwriting/production teams like The Heavyweights.  Like, what the..?!  What an honor man…

For all the South Africans out there, you can catch the awards on April 17th, LIVE from Sun City on SABC 1.  For anyone interested in picking up the record, you can do that by visiting the new DISCOGRAPHY section above.

Lastly, a huge congratulations to Sasha-Lee on the amazing news, and big cheers all around to everyone involved in the making of Sasha-Lee.

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What’s up, everybody?

Just giving you a heads-up on my new UStream channel.

There I’ll be broadcasting The BCS Show LIVE to share life & music – basically connect with you guys in a whole new way.

So if you’re game, just click on my link to “follow” & come hang with me:

http://www.ustream.tv/user/BarrySouthgate

Much love!

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Really happy to announce news of my very first song placement for South African Idols winner & Sony recording artist, Sasha-Lee, with Definition Of A Woman.

I co-wrote the song with Australian recording artist, Paulini.   Sasha-Lee’s version was produced by hit South African producer, Charlie Hamilton.

Still buzzing out.   I’m super excited & hopeful about what lies ahead…

You can listen to the song on my YouTube channel ;).

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Formed from my initials (Barry Conrad Southgate), The BCS Movement is not just the banner & blanket term for all things Barry Southgate, it’s also my acronym for “Bring Change Somewhere”.

It’s so important to me for it to have this dual meaning.

My hope is that it inspires you in some way to make a positive difference & help someone wherever you are – whatever your circumstance, no matter what your idea of “change” looks like. It could be a smile, a word of encouragement, financial help during a tough time, a gift… Whatever you feel to do.

It really makes no difference how simple or radical your expression of it, because change is still change.

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Saturday morning, Day 2 of the new decade…

…I may as well knock one of my goals straight out of the ballpark – no time to waste!

I’m putting together a mailing list to help keep you all updated more effectively (not sure what took me so long..?). What I need from you guys is to please send your contact details (your name, e-mail address & city/country) through to thebcsmovement@gmail.com.

It’s a new year, so it’s gotta be all about a new thing & moving forwards from here on out! Thanks so much in advance, guys & gals, have the best weekend ;)…

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Hey everyone, what’s happening?  Hope you’re all enjoying your weekend so far.

I’ve got some exciting news.  My new holiday single, The Christmas Song, is out NOW on iTunes, CD Baby & other digital music outlets:

The incredible Shaun Strydom (Johannesburg, South Africa) shot & designed the cover art, which you can view a bigger version of by clicking on it:

Make sure you get yourselves a copy today & one for all your friends/family too (haha…)!  I really hope you guys enjoy it & that it helps get you in the festive spirit this Christmas season.

Thanks so much for all of your support & much love to you!

B

UPDATE:

Ok so the support I’ve been getting for the single so far has been incredible – THANK YOU so much..!  And even in just the couple days since its release, people have been sending me messages, asking whether I’m putting out any more Christmas songs this year.  To answer your question: no, but sort of…

If you check out the new It’s Christmas record (http://bit.ly/4KI5EO), Christmas Time Again is a song I wrote/recorded on there (I also performed it on the Good Morning show last Friday).  I sing on Track 14 as well.

Hope that answers your questions!

Hey all, how are you all doing?

Right now, I’m just getting things prepped for this next week’s studio sessions. After what’s felt like a lifetime of delays & so much waiting, I’m excited to finally be recording vocals for my very first record.

It’s an EP (for all those who don’t know, it stands for “extended play”…), which is typically longer (in running time…) than a single, but shorter than a full-blown album.  Hope that gives you a better idea.

Pretty excited about the tunes.  I’ve worked hard on them & am really excited about sharing the new music with you all when it’s done.  To the people who tirelessly send me kind messages of encouragement & support, I want to say a massive “Thank You…”. Means a lot.

“An anxious heart weighs a man down, but a kind word cheers him up.” Proverbs 12:25

Wherever you are, take care, have fun & I’ll write again soon ;)…

B