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Throughout my childhood I always felt close to my brothers. But as my older brother and I started our own families that sense of brotherhood fades. We see each other at family events and in passing but we will never really get back to that point where we were as kids. When you finally realize this gap exists it is too late to make up that time. In recent conversations, we bring up fond childhood memories and relive those moments; always putting a smile on our faces. As brothers, we will always have a strong bond but we don’t always tell each other how we feel.

My younger brother has been dealt a pretty shit hand in life but has always risen above it and has always had the love and support of his family. Frankly, I do not think he realizes how much respect I have for him — this letter is to address that and is written for him.

To my youngest brother,

I see the heart and passion you put into everything you do. As a self taught music producer, artist, and video producer, you continue to grow with every new project. You refuse to believe that you have reached some ceiling and continue to strive.

During your recent stay, we had this silly idea to record a video of me playing all the instruments in Rock Band and then you would edit it all together and create an epic music video. There were some moments during that experience that you couldn’t script and made us laugh so hard. This is totally something we would have done as kids. Having that very specific moment with you brought back that childhood feeling — it is a moment in time that I will remember forever.

While driving home the other day, I was listening to your latest album you produced with Nonsense and I felt an immense sense of pride overcome me. "This is my brother’s creation I hear coming out of my speakers" I thought to myself — I just couldn’t believe it. This new album is definitely a high point in your music career and you should be proud of what you have created.

I had no problem laying down my $8.99 for this album — the feeling of passion and creativeness speaks for itself. I have always supported your work but I have never purchased your work. That ended with this album and it was worth every penny!

You have had many struggles and challenges in your life but I know you will achieve great things.

Standing at this fork in your life journey looking back at the broken road you have travelled; remember that it has built a solid foundation and life experience that is invaluable. The journey forward will be smooth sailing. Never look back but always remember where you came from.

With much love and respect,

Your brother,

Paul

Related Links:

Better Late Than never – Nonsense

Limp Bizkit – Re-arranged by Darkside Productionz and Poogle
Five Finger Death Punch – Hard To See by Darkside Productionz and Poogle

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