There’s an idiom somewhere about knowing a person by his friends and the co… Read Full Bio ↴There’s an idiom somewhere about knowing a person by his friends and the company he keeps. It’s loosely from that perspective that one can begin to know Singer/Songwriter/Producer James Egbert. Part autobiographical, part a composite of the people that fill his life, the songs of Portrait of a Friend are a glimpse into the internal dialog of James Egbert and his friends – creating quite literally; a portrait of James..A Portrait of a Friend.
The road to this point wasn’t a direct path for this former metal/hardcore drummer. After a series of faltered attempts, James found his voice and new purpose for his music when he began writing songs following a move to Denver, Colorado. “It was funny that I played in these dark hyper-aggressive bands because I’m actually a pretty even keeled guy,” states James. “Somehow when I started to write the songs for Portrait of a Friend, I found myself taking the energy of my earlier bands but now bringing to my songs a sense of melody, meaning, and optimism that was always a part of me, but just never expressed.” That’s an ironic statement considering James began expressing himself musically at such a young age. Growing up in a musical household, James’ parents spotted him one day beating rhythmically to household items whenever music was playing. With that, James got his first set of drums at the age of 4, and thus began his musical career.
On his debut effort, Portrait of a Friend delivers an amped up, expressive array of melodic beats, inspiring lyrics, and raw energy; proving once and for all that Indie Rock and Electronic music are not mutually exclusive. Early stand-out tracks include the songs Hollywood Love Story and New Beginning; each filled with unabashed optimism reflected in their upbeat hooks and complimenting lyrics as well as the romantic declarations of Fall and its seemingly inevitable ending in, What I Did to Myself.
Portrait of A Friend provides for us insight into the essence of James Egbert’s world; his friends, his family, his relationships and how these factors shape, mold and paint his being. This insight however is pretty universal: internal conflict, hope, insecurity, individual morality. In some ways, in Portrait of a Friend, James Egbert has created a portrait of us.
The road to this point wasn’t a direct path for this former metal/hardcore drummer. After a series of faltered attempts, James found his voice and new purpose for his music when he began writing songs following a move to Denver, Colorado. “It was funny that I played in these dark hyper-aggressive bands because I’m actually a pretty even keeled guy,” states James. “Somehow when I started to write the songs for Portrait of a Friend, I found myself taking the energy of my earlier bands but now bringing to my songs a sense of melody, meaning, and optimism that was always a part of me, but just never expressed.” That’s an ironic statement considering James began expressing himself musically at such a young age. Growing up in a musical household, James’ parents spotted him one day beating rhythmically to household items whenever music was playing. With that, James got his first set of drums at the age of 4, and thus began his musical career.
On his debut effort, Portrait of a Friend delivers an amped up, expressive array of melodic beats, inspiring lyrics, and raw energy; proving once and for all that Indie Rock and Electronic music are not mutually exclusive. Early stand-out tracks include the songs Hollywood Love Story and New Beginning; each filled with unabashed optimism reflected in their upbeat hooks and complimenting lyrics as well as the romantic declarations of Fall and its seemingly inevitable ending in, What I Did to Myself.
Portrait of A Friend provides for us insight into the essence of James Egbert’s world; his friends, his family, his relationships and how these factors shape, mold and paint his being. This insight however is pretty universal: internal conflict, hope, insecurity, individual morality. In some ways, in Portrait of a Friend, James Egbert has created a portrait of us.
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Fall Somebody call a negotiator, I'm standing on the edge. I'm…
Metal Collides Not watching, not listening The glamour inside seems more i…
My Dream From time to time I feel lonely Having no one by…
Our Song I've been reciting my lines In front of the mirror So you…
Sing Goodnight Lay your head on my pillow Listen to the crickets sing Pro…
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Tim Summers
This is a documentary from 2002, only a year after the attacks. One can notice that the people interviewed were dazzled by the fact that an educated man with a normal upbringing could resort to a suicide terrorist attack. In 2002, the world didn't know as much about Islamic terrorism as it does today. The fact that he was educated only means that he was more qualified to lead the group and arguably carry out the attack more effectively. However, his academic achievements really didn't have anything to do with his religious fanaticism. Besides, don't forget that he was a frustrated professional in Cairo for not ever finding a job that met his qualifications. Who knows he might not have ever left Cairo had he found a good job as an architect right out of university. We all know of a frustrated artist from Austria who also resorted to destructive politics in the 1930s.
Gouch Scowl
@GFX What are you talking about?
Tim Summers
@GFX Nobody said he's a victim. Nobody said his actions are justified. You should work on your reading comprehension. The point of the criticism was to separate his high education achievements from his personal frustrations and murderous intent. It's too bad you didn't get the point. Maybe if you read the text again you will. Have a nice day.
GFX
So because he didn't get exactly what he wanted immediately he's a victim who can be that angry and take it out on everyone? Nice. I'll remember that next time I don't get exactly what I want without working for it.
ElleCee62978
The crop dusting thing is terrifying
Suman Karki
Big question is that how the normal man holding the excellent degrees in computer architecture turned himself to the devil act ?
Quite unexceptional..
Bharat Kumar Gupta
@Wes Sanders exactly
Wes Sanders
@Bharat Kumar Gupta No, Answer: Pisslam
Bharat Kumar Gupta
Answer : religion
Freshgresh
I’m intrigued to know how they got his final letter from his suitcase @ 38:29 ? 🤫