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swizzlesteve presents THE JUMP OFF at The Tonic Room | 1.28.2012
Posted Jan 4, 2012 12:21 PM by Brad Real -
Bring in the New Year with Brad Real, Hinx Jones and Indian City Weather
Posted Dec 5, 2011 7:22 PM by Brad Real -
Four See Entertainment & 8729 Records Present: MashUP Monthly
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LIVE on the Smiley Morning Show w/ Seanie Mic and Gritts (iPhone 5 Want it)
Posted Nov 15, 2011 10:01 AM by Brad RealWe were fortunate enough to be able to perform "iPhone 5 Want It" on 99.5 WZPL as part of the @smileymorningshow. Big thanks to @SeanieMic for having Brad Real on the track and @itsGritts for being a part of it. Here's the video: -
The Redhead On The Run Tour 2011 [Documentary]
Posted Nov 12, 2011 7:46 AM by Brad Real2 States. 3 Days. 4 Shows. We documented our adventures. -
Brad Real Appearing on "The Smiley Morning Show"
Posted Nov 10, 2011 9:53 AM by Brad RealBrad Real will be appearing on the Smiley Morning Show on Tuesday, November 15th to perform "iPhone 5 Want It" by Seanie Mic featuring himself and Gritts. You can listen live on 99.5FM in Indianapolis and also stream the performance at http://www.wzpl.com/. -
[Video] "iPhone 5 Want It" | @SeanieMic Feat. @BradReal & @itsgritts
Posted Nov 1, 2011 7:30 AM by Brad RealParody Rap king Seanie Mic has released his latest video masterpiece, "iPhone 5 Want It". The song and video features Indianapolis based hip-hop artists Brad Real and Gritts (of Hinx Jones). Check out the video here and more of Sean's work at http://www.parodyrapper.com -
Mash Up Monthly - Second Saturdays at Locals Only
Posted Oct 27, 2011 11:35 AM by Brad RealFour See Entertainment and 8729 Records have joined forces for a monthly event series starting November 12th at Locals Only! "Mash Up Monthly" will be held the second Saturday of every month at Locals Only and will feature a wide variety of musical acts and genres. Click the picture to RSVP to the event! -
"iPhone5 Want It" the Music Video
Posted Oct 27, 2011 10:22 AM by Brad Real -
Brad Real Opening for Hip-Hop Legend Keith Murray
Posted Oct 24, 2011 3:33 PM by Brad Real -
Brad Real Live in Chicago, IL at The Dark Room
Posted Oct 17, 2011 3:57 PM by Jeff Ton -
Brad Real Live w/ NewWorldSon
Posted Oct 17, 2011 3:53 PM by Jeff Ton -
8729 Records Presents...'RED OCTOBER' 10.7.2011 | Locals Only
Posted Sep 19, 2011 8:28 AM by Jeff Ton -
Brad Real | Live at Oranje 2011
Posted Sep 19, 2011 8:22 AM by Jeff TonFootage from Brad Real's performance at Oranje Art & Music Festival on 9.17.2011 -
Oranje Indy | Artist Spotlight: Brad Real by Rachel Rubenstein
Posted Sep 4, 2011 3:04 PM by Brad RealArtist Spotlight - Brad Real
September 04, 2011
One of the most hard-working, inspiring and uplifting artists in the Indianapolis music scene, Brad Real breaks the mold of hip-hop stereotypes to share his passion for music while delivering explosive, unforgettable performances that you simply shouldn’t miss.
Being a self-proclaimed nerd growing up, Brad has been writing poetry since he was a child. When he discovered hip-hop in the early 90’s, he began turning his poetry into actual songs, eventually recording them on his family’s computer using a plastic plug-in microphone over the sounds of Digital Underground, 2pac, B.I.G. and any other instrumentals he could find. Addicted to the feeling he got from this, he started taking music more seriously as he got older. “I loved hearing my thoughts come to life. The sense of self-worth and happiness music gives me is priceless. There is always that next step, that next goal to go after. I will never stop.”
You can catch Brad performing around three or four times per month, most regularly at Locals Only and The Melody Inn. “I love playing to those rooms, especially when they are full.” Last summer, he opened for Cypress Hill at The Vogue and he also put on an amazing performance at this year’s Indiana State Fair. “Indy’s music scene is absolutely amazing. There is no way I can put into words what it means to me and the role it plays in my life. I have mad friends for life on the scene, most of which are with other artists. I go wherever the local hip-hop is that night. We all support each other. It’s a great community, we are like family.”
Now working on his third major release called “Letters to the Editor,” Brad is shifting to making a record that he is making for himself instead of what he thinks other people would like. The album will be a collection of his experiences, thoughts, beliefs and life through music released on his record label, 8729 Records. Hoping to release this project sometime in the spring, his upcoming Oranje performance (which will also feature Big Tid, DJ Ganzarelli and Ty Caldwell) will allow us to get a taste of “Letters to the Editor.”
Always a supporter of Indianapolis music, Brad is in the process of making a collaboration track with the band The Holland Account. 8729 Records also has an event series called Breaking Ground, which features a wide variety of music genres. The last event for Breaking Ground was at The White Rabbit Cabaret, featuring Brad Real, Oreo Jones, The Post Script and Finer. “My goal remains the same: to wake up happy and go to bed happy. My biggest fear in life was to be an old man who had regrets. It would be great to make a living off of music. I will continue to work towards that. In the meantime and beyond it's all about enjoying life, self-fulfillment and passion. “
This will be the first year at Oranje for Brad, both as a participant and a guest. He will be playing at 1:00 a.m. on the Old Soul Ramp Stage. Brad has nothing scheduled in the time between now and September 17th, wanting Oranje to be his next focus. “We are truly honored to be a part of it. I’m most looking forward to being surrounded by so many other talented musicians and artists. A lot of the people on the bill are folks that I have looked up to and focused on to learn the right way to do things. It’s incredible to see our name alongside them. Playing Oranje has always been a goal of ours and we have worked our butts off to get here. It will all be unleashed September 17th!”
Written By Rachel Rubenstien @rachelrubes
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Blind Side | Brad Real (Feat. Stacy Basner of FINER)
Posted Sep 1, 2011 10:07 AM by Jeff Ton -
Oranje 2011
Posted Aug 31, 2011 9:20 AM by Brad RealDON'T MISS ORANJE 2011 on Saturday, September 17th! We will be on the Old Soul Stage at 1am. The event starts at 8pm. Check out all of the performers, artists and event details at http://www.oranjeindy.com. -
Footage from 'UNIFY' on August 27, 2011 at Locals Only
Posted Aug 28, 2011 6:33 PM by Jeff Ton -
8729 Records & Four See Entertainment Present...'UNIFY'
Posted Aug 28, 2011 6:31 PM by Jeff Ton -
"Rise Above" | Brad Real (Feat. Jason Firebaugh) [Music Video]
Posted Aug 28, 2011 6:00 PM by Jeff Ton
















