Today we’d like to introduce you to Corey Breedlove
Corey, we appreciate you taking the time to share your story with us today. Where does your story begin?
I struggled with alot of health issues as a kid and music was my solace, a place to put my head. It’s been a place of healing and it’s own challenges but it’s everything to me. I’ve been a songrwiter mostly, probably have completed around 300 songs since I began music. I was in a really dark place after my first major romantic hearbreak when I was about 22 and I found a frank sinatra Cd for 99c at the book store. I’d never heard music so beautiful. Sinatra just cut deep and right to the heart of the lyrics. I started performing in lounges and jazz clubs in DFW. I now do mostly private events, but play about 5 nights a week. Currently working on my second record, in the style of american songbook with elements of blues, jazz, country and swing.
I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
No it’s very difficult being a performer. I’ve recently struggled with finding balance on and off stage. It’s hard to be so vulnerable every day. It feels like you never have a chance to turn it off. And of course the music industry is impossibly challenging.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
I love the classics. I feel like music and art have struggled to find an identity in this modern age. I love the old songs from the 1940s, every time I hear nat king cole or frank sinatra, it transports me to a beautiful place. I’d love to be a messenger for that type of music. To take people on a journey to a golden age of creativity and culture.
Who else deserves credit in your story?
Absolutely. My family, my girlfriend, and my church counselor have helped me break out of a very dark cycle. The entertainment industry will take its toll on everyone in unique ways. My great uncle was a very successful painter based in new mexico and I look up to him for direction, in spirit now. He passed a few years ago.
Pricing:
- I typically perform solo for about 1.2k. Depending on the event.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.coreybreedlove.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coreybreedlove/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coreybreedlovemusic
