Another Exciting Trip To NY

I just returned from a very exciting trip to New York City...I'd like to give a special shot out to UMG's Israel Charles who made it all flow effortlessly!

Also, Fiona Bloom (twitter queen)...you have a true gift to make things happen....I appreciate your knowledge and your constant never ending grind!

GOOM Radio...thanks for the interview Will ur da man...stay funny Brian!

Eric Roberson...thanks for all the knowledge you've shared...its priceless!

I'd like to thank all my fans and everyone who supported me at SOB's in New York Wednesday Night....lookin forward to gettin back to work!

It's back to the studio!

Love you all...

Me Time!

Finding time to take care of yourself is a great thing! A nice pedicure, manicure, facial, or massage can be very relaxing and therapeutic...but can also get expensive and costly....Taking the time to take a nice bubble bath, a walk in the neighborhood, exercise, prayer/meditation, reading a book are examples of ways that you can relax for a very minimal fee and most are free....however you do it...be sure to take some me time...you'll be surprised at how much better you'll feel and how much longer you'll live letting go of the stresses of everyday life!

Schedule your me time today!
Luv Ya...
Rachel

Clutter Free

WOW.....over the years we can accumulate so many things and I sometimes hate to part with somethings thinking that maybe someday I'll need it again! But...I'm tryna clear out some old things and start the month of September out clutter free....how bout you? Come on join me! Once clearing out old things I feel like it'll open up more creativity and room for change! Gotta keep my mind free to focus on NEW MUSIC...

Never Allow Anyone To Take Your Dream Away From You!

I was sitting thinking about a question that I'm asked continuously in most interviews....as a new artist most of us are asked this question "What seperates you from other singers/artists in the music industry?"

Now that's something that you don't always think about as a singer/artist until it's brought to your attention! Most of us start to do things because you love doing it! But for me, pondering that question for a while now, I began to think it's the "Desire, Passion, Determination, and Teamwork!"

To make it you have to have these things because if you don't you can never stand! It's a constant hustle...The challenges are ongoing and constant...Whatever it is that you desire to do if you love it enough keep chasing it...never allow anyone to take your dream away from you! It's yours TAKE IT BY FORCE!!

Let's do this!
Rachel

Thanks And More Thanks!

I'd like to say "Thanks" to all my new friends that came out to the Hilton on Ft Lauderdale Beach...what a beautiful night and a great time we had! Enjoy the rest of your week....I'm looking forward to performing for my friends in Cat Cay, Bahamas this weekend!

See u soon! Be sure to demand me to come to your city....I'm lookin forward to seein you at a city near you! ;-)

God Bless Ya...
Rachel

Keep On Keepin On!

"The race is not given to the swift nor the strong but he who endures until the end!"

Keep the faith and continue to follow your dreams...it'll be worth the fight and you'll be happy you did in the end cause later in life you can avoid the shoulda, woulda and coulda's.

:-)

God Bless Ya..
RB

Loss

Someone reminded me of something very valuable and it couldn't have come at a better time than now cause it's the anniversary of my Moms home going. I mentioned that I lost my Mom a year ago July 1st, but I was quickly reminded that no one is ever lost as long as their memory is kept alive and we hold them dear and near to our hearts.

This has helped me and I hope it helps any of you that may have a loved one that's no longer physically present in your life!

God Bless U...
RB

Welcome To Miami King James!

What I wonderful surprise...Lebron "King James" is coming to Miami!! Oh Happy Day!!

I've always selected players to be a fan of in basketball as opposed to cheering for teams...before LeBron came on the scene I was searching for a player to attach myself to because I was still a Michael Jordan fan and hadn't found anyone to fill his shoes...then LeBron came along and became MY MAN in the basketball world...my heart goes out to the folks in Cleveland...cause I was a fan...don't be so bitter that we forget what he brought to the franchise for 7 years! I was a fan too...but.... I've gotta follow The King...

Welcome to Miami "King James"....won't regret u came...I never have!!!! :-)

GO HEAT!!!

Rachel

The Music Biz; Out With The Old, In With The New?

It seems as thought the music business is beginning to undergo a radical change. As an independent artist it's really challenging to break into mainstream media such as commercial radio, mainstream press, and television. Thanks to the internet however, we indies still have a few options. The web has allowed us to connect with fans and supporters of our music in ways we never have before. It makes the world smaller.

The internet has become a game changer. It has changed the way we consume music, both purchasing and listening. With that said, I wonder if the future of the business will have any resemblance to brick and mortar stores, and radio and video being the main way an artist will break?

Will physical distribution be the best way to get your music to the masses, or will digital distribution become what really matters? Will radio and video remain the primary way to market and promote, or will internet radio and youtube prove to be the way to go?

Your thoughts?

How Can I Not Love What I Do?

Just this month, I will have gone to New York City and The Bahamas...to do what I love to do.... SANG! I can remember watching the football players saying on TV they get to play the game they love the most and they can't believe they get paid for it. I think that's how I feel sometimes. I get to travel and go to all these great places, and I get paid to do it.

Time for me to step aside and continue to count my blessings.

:-)

Thank You GOD!

Love,
RB

I'm Ready To Set Off Some Fireworks!

I'll be setting off a few fireworks of my own this weekend, but not literally of course. On stage at Calder Casino in North Miami on Friday and at Ilio's on Ft. Lauderdale Beach (@ The Ft. Lauderdale Hilton) on Saturday. It's a busy weekend, but I enjoy the work of course, and I enjoy singing for those that come out to support me. If your in the area, stop by and check me out. And be sure you stop by to say hello in between sets!

Peace & Luv!
RB

My Interview On The Mingle Zone Network - July 1, 2010

Listen to internet radio with MZN PROMOTIONS on Blog Talk Radio

If You Lost Your Mom Today....

Just wanted to tell all my fans...friends...and family Mothers Day is coming soon and if you're fortunate to still have your Mom here with you take the time to appreciate her! Let her know how much she means to you and that u appreciate what she's done for you.

My Mom left this earth July 1...and knowing that I know she knew how much I loved her cause I told her and showed her helps me to deal with her loss!

Ask yourself this question; If u lost your Mom today have u told her everything u want her to know? Have you spent quality time with her lately? If no...do it now while u still have a chance!

God Bless Ya!

Rachel

The Music Business!

The music business!

Wow! What an adventure! I tell u...it's one of those things that u say, “well all I wanna do is sing...I didn't sign up for all the other stuff that goes along with it.” But then u look around and see other folks doing things they didn't sign up for and it makes u think well if they can do it so can I.

You gotta always consider others, have ur moment, and keep the bus movin.

"Activate or stagnate" says Gregory Griffith!

It's time to activate cause stagnating is not an option!

Thank You, Thank You & Thank You!

Jazz in the Gardens was a truly remarkable experience! I met some fabulous people and developed some lifelong relationships!

Thanks to Mayor Shirley Gibson and Miami Gardens for having such a great event...thanks to the promoters Leon & Sekou Saunders and Suzan McDowell from Circle of One along with her fabulous staff as well as my label Urban Music Group for all your support and hard work! I truly appreciate it all!! Thanks a bunch!

We started the show off and left the stage smokin' and Mary J Blidge ended the show smokin'! If u weren't there this year...u should definitely attend next year! It's worth it!

Look forward to video footage on the site soon!

Peace & Love
Rach!

Can someone please stop my leg from shaking?

Only 2 days left until Jazz In The Garders! The band is slammin as always! Whew...u gotta be there...the stage will be left smokin!!

Thanks to UMG for all the support u give me...having a supporting cast that truly cares about u is the best thing u can have in this business and Thank God he's truly blessed me with one...along with wonderful super supportive fans!

Thank u all from the bottom of my heart!

Kudos....
Rach

PS...can someone please stop my leg from shaking!

What An Amazing Experience This Has Been

I'm gettin super excited! What an amzin experience this has been!

Let me tell u what's been hapnin...on Friday I had the opportunity to interview with Ms. Jones from The Free Press in Jacksonville, Fl...she is also the host of the television show "Lynn and Friends" and will be stopping by to do an interview Friday afternoon! Lookin forward to it!

Monday afternoon I interviewed with Andrea from Examiner.com. I really enjoyed it! She was great!

I rehearsed with my background vox (vocalist) last nite. Shout out to Faith and Steph! Busy busy day today! Places to go and people to see...I'll tell u about it lata!

Kudos

Rach

What An Exciting Day!

What An Exciting Day I had Yesterday!

Preparing for Jazz in the Gardens has been an amazing experience.

On Wednesday Channel 6 came out to the studio in Ft. Lauderdale to record our rehearsal...and interview me about the performance...afterwards it was full speed to Circle of One Marketing HQ ...downtown MIA for an interview with WPBT - Channel 2...what fun!

I'm so excited...only 9 days til the big day! Hope u got ur tix already...if not be sure to pick them up at tickmaster.com today!

Be on the look out for the interviews and let me know u saw them!

Shout out to the Maxine Tulloch show and Island TV as well who interviewed me on Monday!

Be on the look out for that one as well.

Kudos!

Rach

Mary J. Blige, Teena Marie & Rachel Brown - LIVE

MIAMI GARDENS, FL -- (FEBRUARY 1, 2010) -- South Florida emerging singing sensation Rachel Brown is among the confirmed artist to appear on the 2010 Jazz In The Gardens Music Festival. Rachel, who is one of South Florida’s most notable up and coming recording artist, will present songs from her debut CD, “Love, Life & Relationships,” which spawned the Billboard charting hit “Let’s Fall In Love Again.”

A mainstay in the South Florida entertainment market for nearly a decade, Brown is now developing a national following, playing venues across the U.S. in cities such as New York, Chicago, St. Louis and Dallas. Brown has also been featured at SXSW (Austin), The Black Women's Expo (Chicago), as well as opening for artists such as Mario, Tank Noel Gourdin, Chico Debarge, and 2009 "Jazz in the Gardens" headliners, Frankie Beverly & Maze.
Signed to Urban Music Group in 2007, RACHEL’s early notoriety came about due to the success of her debut single “Let’s Fall In Love Again,” which reached #1 on the Billboard R&B Single Sales Chart.

"Jazz in the Gardens," now in its 5th year, takes place on Saturday, March 20th and Sunday, March 21th at Sun Life Stadium, (formerly Dolphin/Landshark Stadium) 2269 Dan Marino Blvd, Miami Gardens, Florida 33056. The star-studded festival, hosted by radio personality Tom Joyner features headliners Mary J. Blige, John Legend, Teena Marie, Boyz To Men, Robin Thicke, Melanie Fiona and many more.

Jazz in the Gardens, a two-day weekend festival is now in its fifth year and has grown to be one of the top cultural events in America. Having something to offer all music aficionados at an affordable price, the 4th Annual Jazz in the Gardens shattered expected ticket sales, enjoying an attendance of almost 40,000, which was more than double the sales of the 2008 festival. In 2009, the Jazz in the Gardens crowd enjoyed the hip hop flavor of Common, the beautiful neo-soul melodies of Erykah Badu, the smooth R&B of Kenneth 'Babyface' Edmonds and the crowd-stopping soul of Maze featuring Frankie Beverly, among other a-list artists.