And its almost gone!

Wow! What a freaking year I've had. Not only have I become a home owner, a hustler and a better husband; I am a father! The past 10 months have been an absolute blast raising Aiden Brice and growing more aware of what this life and world really is has been eye opening.

So Boom! A lot of other things have changed I haven't been Home for two Christmases and although my Sorrel and Peanut Punch needs have been filled; a brother needs some black cake (hold the rum) just like Momma makes it. I gave gifts and got some not only did I get a fly new Avirex track jacket I also got me Decoded - Jay Z's new book. The only reason I haven't torn into it yet is that I have just been way to busy reading my NOOK.

The drama that ensued for me to get this product alone is better left for another blog post entirely. E book readers are funny though I still need a light to read it in the dark but I am gonna have so much space left when its time to fly again (I hate! hate traveling with luggage so all I need now is macbook pro *hint)

It's amazing how much traveling and working spending time and investing in yourself can have an effect on your day to day. There have been times when I felt like joining the rat race and keep a blind eye to what motivates me and what I'm passionate about.

But passion is the main this the key ingredient to this life. Find the one thing that you would if you had all the money in the world, figure out what it is you would do if you knew you had 6 months left to live. One of the hard parts is figuring that thing out and being proud of it. The really hard part is FOCUSING on it and do it.

I'm done with multitasking and trying to make a million things happen, I will get things done and I will wear many hats but I only got one head so its one hat at a time.

A video on TED.com states that you shouldn't really share your goals it actually stops you from achieving them. So instead of giving you a list of what I want to do or be I will just do it.

Here is a new song I heard from EM, J, Dre, 50, Stat Quo and Cashis called Syallables its fire ENJOY



"Roads! Where we're going we don't need ROADS!!" Peace out 2010!

Excuses

I feel like I've got a million excuses as to why I have stopped blogging. But thats all they are excuses you guys might care but its still not fair because everything that I have been busy doing I should have been taking the time to tell you all about it.

I have been tweeting and facebooking so if you are connected to me there you been getting drips and drabs (wtf is a drab anyways) of information. Please follow me on twitter I am begging you twitter.com/dupesbeatbox (well im not begging but I would really appreciate it if you do)


Today I found out that you can follow too many people WOW! I think it has to do with some kinda ratio.

So here is some of the things that have been popping. Since my return from the TAXI ROAD RALLY in LA and meeting some really talented people. I have directed my efforts towards NASHVILLE. For a few weeks now I have been working on my first official demo with Ben Olson and the guys over at NASHVILLE DEMO STUDIOS. Its just great skyping into a studio and making magic happen. I think we are two sessions a way from a great song.

I would like to thank my FACEBOOK people for helping me choose the song "guilty" to be the one to be sent off to TN to be giving an all star treatment.

Top that off with the fact that I work retail during XMAS my goodness you dont know half of the things I been seeing. Black Friday was an absolute trip!



I have also been getting my book on just wrapped up Dude McLean's "The Songwriter's Survival Guide To Success: How To Pitch Your Songs". It is a really straight forward go out there and get it type of book, stick with me as I follow the steps in this book and others on my musical journey.



Shout outs to all my fans and supporters. Have a very very MERRY Christmas!!!! We winning in this NEW YEAR as always.......


Sherwinn "Dupes" Brice
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facebook.com/dupesdidit

Down On Me(With Me And 50 Cent)

This has to make your day. If you are feeling down. This will make your day. I promise

Paper Project

This is just a preview from the upcoming PAPER Project featuring some of your favorite Dupes Did It Artist

Stay Up

Came across this great article for staying awake with out the use of coffee, check it out HERE

Speaking of staying up I cant get this song outta my head.

And In Other News

Bungee Sledding this is just really weird these guys have got to have a DEATH WISH either that or it's practice for Jackass the 4th



Courtesy of GIZMODO.COM

Talent Couture - Not Now!

Fresh out of my inbox from my boy Philly Fly Boy.... I would say more but "Not Now"

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Higher - HoodHefna

This record says it all , I'm not ready to speak on this situation yet so I will let my brother do it.




Download HIGHER

Share the record and support hoodhefna

FACEBOOK.COM/HOODHEFNA
TWITTER: @GODJ HOODHEFNA

We Create Music Expo - Video Highlights

Some of todays biggest hitmakers sat down to discuss their craft and to start off the 2010 ASCAP "I Create Music" EXPO with a bang. Check out the video! And after, read our previous coverage of the panel. Panelists are: Jason Mraz, C. Tricky Stewart, Brian Tyler and Phil Vassar with Moderator Paul Williams (President and Chairman of the Board - ASCAP).

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IPAD MagicFiddle - Check it Out

Another innovative use of the IPAD.



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Titanium Headphones - BusinessInsider.com

The Idea: The SA7 Wireless Hybrid Earphones are made from aluminum, titanium and carbon fiber, making them the strongest, most durable headphones on the block. Not only are they made from "military grade" materials, they don't have wires and can be tuned for perfect sound. They also can go through the wash.

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We Are Ketura

Check these guys out I meet them at the TAXI ROAD RALLY this weekend



Visit weareketura.com

TAXI ROAD RALLY DEMO

Here is some of the music that I will be presenting at the TAXI Road Rally @ The Westin in Los Angeles this week.

Latest tracks by sherwinnbrice

MC Hammer New Video

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BlackVibes.com :: LIL WAYNE First Artist Since TUPAC To Have #1 Album While In Jail

I've become so tired of this crime culture we are all embracing. From T.I. going back to jail, the recent coke busts and what not, I just don't know if the system is really against these guys or if they are against themselves. Yet again we as musicians have to show off our achievements from prison cells and through mug shots. Is it really worth it? Sometimes I just don't know; I take that back its NOT!

Peace




BlackVibes.com :: LIL WAYNE First Artist Since TUPAC To Have #1 Album While In Jail

The 15 Scariest Music Videos via Billboard.com

We expect scary videos from Ozzy, Marilyn Manson and Rob Zombie, but the dark side isn't just relegated to those with a spooky musical flair. Pop stars like Michael Jackson and Chris Brown have gotten in on the haunted fun, turning in clips that range from the cheesy-eerie to the downright terrifying. Even a rock band, Soundgarden, stepped up with one of the downright creepiest videos ever. In honor of Halloween, we've compiled 15 of the scariest music videos ever created. We'd like to consider them a suitable replacement for Halloween music, since you can only hear "Monster Mash" so many times before it makes you want to rip your costume off and call it a night. Watch these 15 if you dare.



Continue Reading @billboard.com

I Be Up in Mars x Jawan Harris X Chris Brown

This video is epic I Love it, Breezy is slowing taking our ears back its about to be fun people look out



I love being inspired it just opens my mind up to all kinds of possibilities.....

Zefrank and TEDTalks

A few years ago my buddy Zane put me on to TED.com and since then every device I have ever owned has streamed something from that sight. Sunday is TEDtalk morning for me so whilst yall gettin yall JOEL OSTEEN on you guys know where to find me... check out ZE Frank on here and check out his website zefrank.com

FLASHBACK WEEKEND TWO-FER

Hey I needed just a little time to spend with the family and such so I wasnt up on the Updates here is the Saturday and Sunday Edition to end closeout FLASHBACK Week

Public Service Announcement x Mecca x Shepp Dawg



Download Link: http://www.box.net/shared/h2e6xigvt1

And now the grand finale, it has been quite a week and we have been posting this Black and White TXT videos but this is where the fun really began, the video that started it all

In Da South x Dupes x Shepp Dawg x Mecca



DOWNLOAD LINK: http://www.box.net/shared/tt7b1su1z6

thanks to Partyaccess.net shout out @scadydotp shout out every extra that was brave enough to be apart of what we had going on. Oh what a week it as been next step the future

Flashback Week Day 5 - Cinderella Rmx

Flashing back to one of the most infectious beats... you know you sang it too I heard ya



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Flashback Week - Day 4 - It Aint My Fault

It Aint My Fault x Mecca

Download Link: http://www.box.net/shared/ajc67yi4iv

Follow Mecca at www.twitter.com/meccamusic

I always learn something new from my mentor Justin "OH Boy" Blaze here is a new video from him and another great The Alchemist



Stay Inspired and Stay up and buy a beat today..... HERE

Flashback Week Day 3 - Make Chicks Sweat

Make Chicks Sweat x Shepp Dawg x Mecca X Dj Lams



Download Link: http://www.box.net/shared/m8etzto0b7

Flashback Week Day 2 by Meccamusic.net

Day 2 still hits me to the bone, some of the most heartfelt lyrics we ever wrote were in honor of our sister Jany Williams

The words say it all make sure you download it and keep Jany in your hearts




Dont Cry X Dupes X Mecca X Shepp Dawg

Download Link: http://www.box.net/shared/mhogu7ztnn

Flashback Week Presented by MeccaMusic.net

Here is the first FLASH BACK track of the week SHAKE THAT... Kudos to my boy @meccamusic for this great idea.....



Shake Dat X Mecca X Shepp Dawg

Forget to Give yall the link to download the song: http://www.box.net/shared/8hshv53qkk

Pride & Joy (Artwork)

Just a preview for you guys that have been following the blog I don't have say too much, just check it out...

Too Cool Sound Gear - IPad DJ

Go DJ Rana Sobhany on the ones and twos



(courtesy of www.synthtopia.com)

Mario Got a MEAN MUG

It's official catching a case is the new right of passage in the entertainment industry Bruno Mars and the coke charge now Mario was beating his mom.... Jeez FULL STORY HERE

@KayoGuevarra x @QuakeMatthews - Just Got Home

@paigemusic - Support my fave indie right now

Just wrapped up a new single with Paige Cook.... a few months ago I asked you guys to vote for her she won and now her EP is available for sale so check out the video and go get it...




Go get her music now.... dont front Unplugged Heart also available on ITunes so you got no excuse....

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So You're a Musician - REALLY!

Dang... the last time I posted was last Wednesday..I am definitely slacking. For those of you that have been checking out the site you will notice a few new links I got one page for you to join the mailing list and another to purchase some BANGIN' BEATS .... make sure you do one of the two before you hit the sack tonight, it would be really appreciated.

First lemme post this cool article that I read from NPR entitled 'So You're a Musician' here is a little preview

'So You're A Musician? Sweet Gig!' By Sarah Scanlon -- "So, what do you do for a living?" While this has to be one of the world's most awkward and unimaginative icebreakers, it poses a particularly daunting task for professional musicians. You can see the wheels in our heads spinning as we summon the energy and diplomatic skill needed to explain our complex and unorthodox career to someone who is most likely unfamiliar with this tiny niche of the workforce. ... I think it's one of the most important issues professional musicians face today: educating the general public to the services musicians provide and overcoming misconceptions about the nature of who we are; what we do; and exactly how much effort goes into our craft/art. READ MORE

Last night whilst watching my ROKU I came across Young Hollywood doing a better rendition of WE ARE THE WORLD then that BIEBER intro'd crew so I thought you guys should check that out as well



Lil Mama and Brian McKnight JR getting it in on the low. Enjoy that and give some feedback.....

oh and btw the way our facebook fan page has an official link now so visit and make sure you click the like button http://www.facebook.com/dupesdidit



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The Right To Play

I got this email the other day from Molly Gordon and inside was my certificate for my "Right To Play" as a child like grow up and entrepreneur the balance of work and play is sometimes hard to find so take this message as a little reminder....

Certificate of the Right to Play

By this Certificate, know ye that:

___________________________________ is a lifetime member and in good standing in the Society of Childlike Grownups and is hereby and forever entitled to:

Walk in the rain, smell flowers, blow bubbles, splash in mud puddles, howl at the moon... and do anything else that brings more ...harmony, peace, and life energy to the above named member and to other humans & beings on this planet.

Furthermore, the above named member is officially authorized to frequent all mountain tops, meadows, amusement parks, ... and the many other places where children of all ages come to play, and is encouraged to always remember the motto of the Society of Childlike Grownups:

"You're never too old for recess."

You can order the real deal if you like from www.childlikegrownups.com



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R Les X Fab - You Be Killin Em iN Studio

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Bruno Mars Mug Shot

Its just a damn shame how these talented dudes get caught up in drugs and all that mess... c'mon dude people look up to you and sing your songs... You wanna be a Billionaire so bad that you gotta be in a bathroom with COKE grown up man....

More info here



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Eat Pray Love Event Sept 25. Ft. Ken Hardy

If you are in St.Lucia this week be sure to attend this event brought to you by Moon Man Ent.


Just a preview of pure St.Lucian talent here is Ken Hardy with "Light Up My Night"

"Thank God I'm Black" By Stephen Dantes

If today I ask for God to make me a different race
I’d choose to be black all over again
I love all races just the same
But being me has much to gain;
Maybe slavery wasn’t in vain
Or maybe this time I had shelter from the rain

See yesterday I took the train
From New York to Quebec
To cross the border with my Godfather
And visit dear old Canada
And there were these Asians on board
All young, charismatic and fun

But upon the crossing to the great Maple state
I saw the excitement disappear as tears drew near
Three were taken away and sent back
To wherever, but definitely not Canada
And we felt like they had just robbed us all
As we saw our brothers and sister fall

See today I took the train,
Again
To head back to Penn Station, New York
Yes,
Again.
It was yet another wait station
And this time,
Yet again,
It was Asian
This time, two
They looked Chinese
Maybe Korean
Or Japanese
Shit I can’t even tell cause they all look the same to me.

Then tears of rain,
Again
As he was lead with his female companion
In chains
But definitely not to America
And we all felt the shame
Again
As yet another brother and sister were taken
To suffer much
The pain


Head over to my buddy Stephen Dantes' website to view more of his work.
www.stephendantes.net

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Stuff I Bought on Clearance - Trucker Cap

I am a self admitted M.J. fan drama and all this man had GENERATIONS singing to his songs. So when I walked into HOT TOPIC and I saw this thing on CLEARANCE..... BOOM I just had to have it.

Kayo - Frosh Week

Kayo performance at St. Mary's University frosh week event

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Too Cool Sound Gear - Analogue Tape Glove

Check this out I dont have anything to say but WHOA!!!

New stuff on my IPOD - RIK DA RULA "Mood Swing"

Big ups to my boy RIK (@rikdarula) on the release of his latest mixtape MOOD SWING. Dont waste your time get this now. HERE





For the more news and free downloads join the mailing list NOW

P.S. Rik if you're reading this I better get production credit on the follow up you tell the execs at SD that right away......

Young Talent - Cody Simpson

Say hello to Cody Simpson Just read about this kid in billboard check it him out looks like he has a song with FLO Rida.... Keep your eyes open Cody is coming for Bieber you have been warned



Support this youngn..... follow him on twitter @thecodysimpson

Whilst your at it check out the background story (not) of Bieber's hit "Baby" HERE

Stuff I Bought on Clearance - Bobble Head

War Machine Bobble Head from That FYE Movie store (cant remember the name but the guy was really pushy about me getting a Backstage VIP pass thingy)

Anyways I am a self admitted GEEK and sometimes a GLEEK depends on whose music is being featured so I had to get this and for only $4 bux it will be on top of my speakers in the studio testing the BASS RESPONSE I promise you.....

Stuff I Bought on Clearance - Books

Pizza Anytime: A Healthy Exchanges Cookbook

The Original Illustrated Sherlock Holmes


CultofLess.com is getting rid of stuff and I'm busy collecting it Check in every now and then to see what I find on clearance and spend my lowly wages on. This may or not help curb my spending but lets give it a shot.

Peace

Maroon 5 Q&A - B.O.B. Coming Soon

I just watched the LIVE Q&A with B.O.B and came across some of the archives of more live Q&A sessions also found my fave band Maroon 5

here is part one



for more click here

BIEBER X WEST X RAEKWON X Runaway Love

Yall was waiting for it I wasnt and if I was I would be very disappointed if I catch any of you guys singing this You will get the STARE.... if you know me then you know the STARE

R.City X GO LOW

My VI Family repps extra hard.... I look up to these dudes fa real fa real ENJOY



and word is AKON is PTFAO he is "Putting the F#CKing Album Out!!"

Feel My Love (Instrumental)

Alot of people have been asking if I still make BEATS.... oh do I ever! Fatherhood hasn't gotten the best of me yet it is however the BEST thing that has happened to me..

Check out this one where I didn't do much flipping but I put some drums and strings in and I think this is great use of an ADELE vocal Sample

Shawt Bus Shawty

Take this how you wanna take it but I respect all the dudes that are being clowned on in this video. Call it what you want Talent or Crap these dudes know how to market and promote the product that they got and that is what we call GRUSTLE - Grind + Hustle.

So enjoy the video and buy the music you enjoy not what the radio tells you and think about this if its on the radio there is a reason and the reason is ...... U Shawty!

Court rules in favor of Eminem

This is great news for anyone that sells their music online.

Court ruling could mean millions in online royalties for Eminem, other artists| Detroit Free Press

Eminem probably thought he'd be waking up this morning to focus entirely on his concert tonight at Comerica Park. Instead he got a bit of unexpected news from a federal appeals court in California: some major money could be headed his way. The decision, which one Eminem attorney calls an "earthquake" for the music industry, could transform the online song business and boost the fortunes of untold numbers of artists. http://bit.ly/a6AaPF

Now on the other hand Youtube just got hit hard
AP - A German court ruled Friday that Google Inc.'s subsidiary YouTube LLC must pay compensation after users uploaded several videos of performances by singer Sarah Brightman in violation of copyright laws. http://yhoo.it/cZjGd7

Share and Share Alike

Over the years of me making music I have always been looking for new and innovative ways to share my talent and that of others with the world I have recently been working on a newsletter that will be sent out twice a month to help build awareness and give insight on this music business of ours.

If you are an aspiring artist looking for exposure, or in need of advice feel free to get in touch with me and lets see how far we can take things.

Join the mailing list I will be giving away free instrumentals with each newsletter and those will come in handy for some of the contests and events we have planned for the near future. Thanks for taking the time to visit and stay tuned.


Join the list now

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Outliers - Malcolm Gladwell

This is my book of the month right now Outliers: The Story of Success like other Gladwell books it studies how certain things in life just don't happen. It reveals some of the circumstances that make us all who we are. Check the link out for more info and if you like pick up a copy its well worth the time.

Outliers: The Story of Success

Shayne Ross x New Music Video x I'm In Love With You

Just Got this Video in my inbox couldnt help but share it

Cherry L Mixtape Now Available

Click here to download the Cherry L's "I Make Music"

TEAM ROCK CITY

Dupes your House of Wax founder has recently become a member of TEAM ROCK CITY and right now we need the whole fam to get behind this movement and keep the love popping for R.City

More to Come Soon here is ROCK CITY TAKE OVER



V.I. Stand Up

www.PTFAO.com

Cherry L and Taylor - Come Over (Cover)

Download Exclusive Cherry L tracks now

Follow Cherry on Twitter www.twitter.com/clvibes

Taking Inventory

Inventory - a detailed list of all the items in stock

How many times have you lost files on your hard drive? Lost your keys or your cell phone? Suck don't it?

Some of these things can be recreated or replaced all because it's a part of the physical the material. The things that we all need to take stock and make a detailed list of are our blessings our relationships and most importantly the many miracles that happen almost daily.

Life's funny like that but then everything that happens in Life happens or has happened for a reason.

Peep this keep grinding stay aware of the power that you possess to change your life and do that.

The Ramblings of Mad Man

Change the Game Don't Let the Game Change You!!!

P.S. when is Entourage coming back need me some Ari Gold prontissimo

Sherwinn Brice is an accomplished

Where do I even start I have accomplished so much started quite a lot and finished so little. As of recently I became a father and in all honesty its and interesting feeling. Its a game changer of sorts and its a new rank for any body in this journey of maturity and adulthood. It's a new feeling of selfishness and a heavier weight of responsibility.

All I seem to do now is work to keep the bills paid and the food on the table and with reason. Its what I got to do right now. But I can't leave my 'raisin in the sun' I'm not in the mood at all to defer my dreams I'm pushing through still. If I was stubborn enough to get where I am now I will remain ever stubborn push towards my goal of success.

I guess I'm just venting for now. If there is more to be said I will say it eventually.

We Make Music Vol.1

What more can I say its HERE. We Make Music Vol.1 is here its out and most importantly its available for sale.

Me and the crew have been working for years putting out great music and working real hard to do it too. We right now are making the hardest push ever to create awareness and gain exposure for our most valued product, our god give talent.

So of these songs you have heard before some you may have never even heard but after collective decisions and a lot of time WE MAKE MUSIC Vol.1 is out and ready for your support.

I encourage you to purchase the entire album and appreciate the music as a collection, buy your favorite song as a single and most importantly SHARE THE LINK with two no three friends.

Help spread the word we would really appreciate your support.

LETS GO PEOPLE!!!!

WE MAKE MUSIC and WE WON'T STOP!!!!

Vote for Me - Take Ya Shirt Off Rmx

*TITLE: TAKE YOUR SHIRT OFF REMIX
ARTIST: T-PAIN
PRODUCER: SHERWINN "DUPES" BRICE
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Here is a new track from T-Pain produced by Sherwinn "Dupes" Brice out of
St. Lucia. At present, there is a remix contest going on that requires your
vote. So click the link below to cast your vote for Sherwinn Brice.... After
you vote an email will be sent to you to confirm your vote. Please complete
this step as your vote won't be counted if you don't.

http://www.indabamusic.com/submissions/show/11260

Thanks for the support

Mixerman Chronicles

I have been on a tear recently reading like crazy. In the usual and most unusual places and times. Reading is becoming a lost art so is the general art of speaking. As a semi-blogger here is a book I think anyone with any love for the music biz should check out.

Its called Mixerman its a true story with fake names and an interesting outcome. Check out the link for more info and give the book a shot.




Mixerman is a hilarious tale of a mixing engineer working with a rock band with a crazy producer and a very incompetent assistance. It gives real insight on the process of creating and some of the issues anyone in the business deals.

It was a quick read maybe because it speaks on stuff that I can relate to and the ending was really informative. I kept trying to find out who the real band was.

Enjoy it if you can!