BARRY CONRAD

Some more ace news: recording/mix engineer, James Rudder, will be the man mixing Epitome.

James has engineered/mixed for the likes of Bon Jovi, Nas, Damian Marley & Hillsong.  And as soon as I heard his mix of my unofficially released song, “CrossRoads”, there was no doubt in my mind that I wanted him to mix this project aye.  Was just a given!

Just this past weekend, James posted on his website:

“The week just gone saw a day of mixing for Barry Southgate’s up and coming EP ‘Epitome’. Loud Recording in Nashville was a lot of fun and the ‘one of kind’ blue faced 72 channel SSL 9000J served the project well…”

For pics from the day & more, go ahead & click on the image below ;)…

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What’s up everyone?  I bring this update to you all the way from Calcutta (India).  We just arrive a couple of hours ago & it’s 5.15am (haha…).  I’m here on tour with Darlene Zschech, really excited about our time here.

Pretty stoked to share with you all that drummer Mike “Big Mike” Clemons will be joining Epitome.

Even though the record is technically finished, there was a song in particular I just really wanted to flip up & give a new spin, you know?  I immediately though of my friend, Mike, seeing as we’re both part of New Breed (of Israel & New Breed).

Apart from Israel Houghton, he’s played for the likes of Usher, SWV (he’s the husband of the lead singer, Coko) & Mary J. Blige.  It’s bananas…

The guy is just ridiculously talented & I’m way beyond blessed to have him play on Epitome :)…

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For those asking, yes, I do have Christmas music.

You can check it out by clicking on the pic:

Hope you enjoy it ;)…

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How’s it going everyone?

I’ve just recently returned to Sydney after a month away in America, working with Israel Houghton & New Breed, as well as Darlene Zschech.  In between that, also working on the finer details of my forthcoming EP, Epitome.

With post-production wrapping up, I’m getting more & more excited about you guys (finally..!) having this record in your hands aye.  It’s been my biggest labor of love so far &, man, I’m just so stoked about getting this thing out (haha…)!

I’ve received a lot of messages from people asking how they can be involved in this project.  Well, if that’s you, please keep reading, because as of today I’m officially recruiting people to be part of Team BCS.

Whether you’re a fan or just genuinely passionate about good music & sharing good music with people, this is for you.  All you have to do is e-mail thebcsmovement@gmail.com with the header, “Yes BCS!”, along with your country & a few lines about yourself.  And the great thing about it is it doesn’t matter where you live either.  This is a global campaign, so this is a global invitation.

Looking forward to “meeting” all the B-Teamerz soon!  Much love…

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As you guys know, earlier this year I was the face of Vegas clothing’s winter campaign.  As an international ambassador for the label, I’m really proud to be featured in superstar, Usher’s, latest Raymond VS Raymond album promo, which just aired on Video Hits here in Australia.

At 0.35min on the below YouTube video, you can catch the promotional spot:

Have been a huge fan forever, so pretty excited :).

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Hey everyone, how’s it going?  I’m stoked to finally share the title of my EP with you.  It’s called Epitome.

e.pit.o.me:

1. A representative or perfect example of a class or type.

2. The embodiment or encapsulation of.

3. A brief summary.

I chose the title because this record is really more just a brief introduction to me as an artist, rather than a full-blown album. Pieces & facets of me condensed into a handful of tunes.  It’s so you know that that although I couldn’t be more excited about this project, there’s a whole lot more to come!  The entree before the mains…

I can’t wait for you to all hear Epitome.

Much love…

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…I will be revealing the name of my record.

That’s Saturday, Juy 31st.  I dare you to guess, but I don’t think you will (haha…)!

Stay tuned people ;)…

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A sequel series to ‘The Regal Twelve’, this new series focuses on twelve of history’s most fascinating men.

Titled ‘The Royal Dozen’, this series is exhibiting at the Australian Centre for Photography this Christmas.  Hope to see you there!!

Opening night: Thurs 25 November 2010 (6.00-8.00pm)

Runs: 26 November to 23 December and then mid January to 29 January.

EDIT: Also, be sure to tune in to ABC on August 8 to catch the Alexia Sinclair being interviewed about ‘The Royal Dozen’!

P.S.  If you guys remember, I recently did a shoot in the character of Hannibal (where I wore chain mail armor haha…).  This is the series that will feature that shot.

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Source: http://www.alexiasinclair.com

Hello people, how’s it???

Just wanted to drop you a line & say that after many delays, +  hours of pre-production, I will finally be heading into the booth over the next couple of weeks to record the vocals for my EP.

A lot of you have been asking, “What’s an EP?”.   Well, it stands for “extended play”, as opposed to LP (which stands for “long play”).  EP’s are longer in duration than singles, but shorter than an LP’s (full-length albums).   So typically around 5 – 7 songs.   Make sense?

In coming weeks I’ll be revealing the title of the record, as well as the tracklisting.  Couldn’t be happier with the five gems that make up this little project aye, I’m beyond stoked.  Can’t wait to get in there & flesh it all out,  so I can share it with you all!

Before I go, I want to leave you guys with this great quote I read today:

“A man who dares to waste one hour of time has not discovered the value of life.”

— Charles Darwin

Have a great week & make the most of every day!  Much love…

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Charts are in & I’m officially part of my very first Top 10 album as a songwriter!  German pop band, Monrose.  Gotta celebrate woohoo…!!

Massive congratulations to the girls of Monrose – Mandy, Senna & Bahar – on LadyLike being their fourth Top 10 album!  What an achievement.

Also a huge shout-out to Paulini & Gary Pinto whom I also get the pleasure of sharing this project with.  We hear it’s actually the first time that two 100% Australian-made songs have ever been featured on an album in that territory, so it makes me very proud & grateful as a songwriter to be part of it.

Here’s to the future :)…

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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

iTunesMusicload

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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