Wednesday, June 20, 2007

HEDONISM AND MICHAEL BAISDEN


6/19/07
8:18PM
So Shawn and I are on a plane headed home from Jamaica. Wow what a trip. I performed at Michael Baisden’s Island Jam at Hedonism. If you know anything about Hedo, you know that it’s a wild and buck naked trip. I honestly can’t lie. I was worried going there. No telling what could happen. Ive never performed in front of naked people before. Hahahahaha.. Well it sure did get wild, and some people at times were naked, but everyone had a great energy and spirit about them. Most only knew of me thru Michael’s generosity on the radio, but they showed me crazy love and bought a ton of cds that I snuck thru customs. (insert grin…) As well I had the opportunity to share the stage with Rahsaan Patterson, Hill St Soul and Elizabeth Withers. They all did great. My highlight was Rahsaan rendition of Sade’s “Love Is Stronger Than Pride.” It was great to spend some time with Rahsaan and actually pick his brain some. He seems to be a real private person, but his spirit and what he offers is genuine. Oh I have to add this as well. When we were finished performing and Michael Baisden was thanking the crowd, K-Ci Haley from Jodeci (who performed earlier that day at the pool party) came onstage and wanted to sing. Do you know Michael turned to him and said, “Nah can’t do that. This stage was for my B-side artists.” He then turned and walked away. That impressed me.
The night before our performance was the comedy night hosted by Bill Bellamy. Not only was he funny, but Shawn and I shared a great conversation with him about the balance of marriage, careers, etc.. That’s a brother I’ve always respected, and our convoe only added to it. The funniest guy of the night to me was Rudy Rush. He’s a radio DJ in Dallas. Yo he had my stomach hurting. Rodney Perry and Ron G were funny as hell also. Plus they were real cool brothers. Last but not least I have to big up my man George Wilborn. Not only is his spirit genuine, but he has to be one of the naturally funniest people on the planet. He’s a testament to have dedicated you have to be to this game and how true talent can’t be denied.
Okay now lets touch on the wild stuff. Shawn and I actually discussed the trip before hand. We figured there would be too much nakedness for us to be all tunnel vision. I’m sorry if a fat butt comes walking by it was gonna be hard not to look. And there were some things Shawn may have had a problem looking away from as well. Well let me tell you some of them people aint have no business out there showing the stuff they were showing. There was a banana eating contest. Put your minds in the gutter to get the picture. There was the human sundae, which was probably the wildest thing Shawn and I saw out there. But naked twister and some other wild stuff was on the program. Hahahahaha.. I enjoyed myself, and as soon as this plane lands im going to church to get baptized again. I think I did well enough to be invited back. Will I go you ask? (insert grin)

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  2. Hi Eric,
    Its Shanita!!!! Your biggest fan and the one that hunted you down for your cd's in Hedo!!. It was such a pleasure to meet you and your girlfriend. Your sprits were energizing and refreshing. I had a great time talking to you and your performance was so awesome. I lost my ipod in Jamaica (insert sadness) However I could not wait to come home and enjoy all 3 of my cds... I am listening to past paradise as I type.(fly song) I dont know why it took me so long to see you perform live but you better believe from here going out, if you are in my town, I will be there. If you ever need my assistance in anyway let me know. I am officially responsible for spreading the word about you. I am so happy for you Eric and God Bless you always and keeping blessing your fans through your music.... A true fan! Much Love and Yes Hedo was off the chain but I had a blast!! Shanita

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  3. The concert sounds like it was great. Rahsaan is an amazing performer.

    So how many times did you lose your train of thought when the naked people walked past you?

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  4. Ah man, I'm jealous. I have always wanted to play butt naked twister lolol Sounds like you really enjoyed yourself and got some work in. I do plan on being at Hedo next year. Thanks for sharing your music and experiences. It's appreciated....

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  5. Hello, I was wondering are u performing with eyrka badu in myrtle beach. I would love to see you there. A host of my friends are going down from the DC area.

    I can't get enough of your music.

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  6. hello eric...just wandered by your page...how i don't know, but it's a nice blog. i'm a big fan...i drive my bf crazy repeating 'just a dream' over and over in his car everyday. he deals though. lol.

    so performing in front of naked people? wow. michael baisden is one open man. lol. i bet you enjoyed it though. ha.

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  7. yeah i heard you all on the radi, i gotta come by the blog more often, i would like to check it out, it would be nice to do it with a signifcant other next, year i just would like to go to the carribean. folks are human folks are gonna look, cant just keep staring tho, lol, well be blessed

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  9. Thanks to Elsa, I was able to hear you and Rahsaan do that impromptu serenade on the airwaves. She and I were both fighting mad that we could've been there with no pasaporte! Hmph..but I know ya'll turned it out, no doubt. Rah is a class act & definitely a genuine spirit...to see the two of ya'll under one roof would've blown me away! In time though -- in time, I can feel it (NEW YORK! NEW YORK!)

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  10. I'm so late on reading this but.... LMAO @ would you go back?! You are horrible.

    So dope on selling the cds though. Great that you all had a great time!

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