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.

Open Heart Surgery
Portrait of a Friend Lyrics

We have lyrics for 'Open Heart Surgery' by these artists:

(David) Are you ready for the journey of your life It can…
Beth Ditto I'll open up if you make an incision I'll do right…
Beth Ditto & Simian Mobile Disco I'll open up if you make an incision I'll do right…
Beth Ditto feat. Simian Mobile Disco I'll open up if you make an incision I'll do right…
Brian Jonestown Massacre I feel like letting you know, how much I love…
DeeBaby I′m in junkie mode right now, I got my hands…
Ditto Beth I'll open up if you make an incision I'll do right…
Julian Bach Varnish my skin with glory No one would do it for…
Sense Field Sense field Open heart surgery Into the eyes of such a bea…

Simian Mobile Disco / Beth Ditto I'll open up if you make an incision I'll do right…
The Bravery I feel like letting you know How much I love you…
The Brian Jonestown Massacre I feel like letting you know, how much I love…
XDisciplex A.D. Laws soaked in blood will not change hearts of stone…

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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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Comments from YouTube:

@nehapatil4744

3y↑47

Hello...I am a student studying in 8th grade..and I am willing to become cardio surgeon in my future ahead...after watching this video I'm feeling that to be a doctor is not easy..and I really appreciate all the doctors of this hospital 👏🏽👏🏽 thank you for this informative video 🙏🏼

@bigshicklegruber1214

2y↑5

I'm in the 8th grade and I'm getting heart surgery next week

@hareshbro6803

2y↑3

@@bigshicklegruber1214 Be strong Bro 💪. You will overcome this Easily.

@lobilops9788

@@bigshicklegruber1214 all the best 🥰

@mikeschulte4271

Get better soon hope all went well for u!! Stay strong 💪🎈🎈🎈🎈

@selmabahy9027

@@bigshicklegruber1214 I hope you’re okay, and I’m sure you’ll make a wonderful recovery! Stay strong dude, you’ve got this! <3

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@jimanderson1589

32w↑2

I had mitral valve repair surgery in 2005 at the Rochester Mayo clinic. It has been quite a journey. And painful. I still feel different pains still, like the terrible pain from the pacemaker wire that was put in. My liver has different pain above it from the wire placement. I have been told that I am a princess and a pea, too sensitive. But no one was really understanding about all the pain.

@GregSr

2y↑7

I had a triple bypass about 18 months ago. It was pre-emptive. No heart attack or stroke. I went home after 4 days in the hospital. Recovery was uneventful. The only thing that gave me any trouble was my chest skin. My entire chest felt like I had a severe sunburn. It was so raw. Any contact was excruciating. In the shower the water hitting my chest was very painful. My doctor had no idea what was happening. One nurse later told me that some prep procedures are very aggressive when it comes to removing chest hair. Otherwise, at 68 years old I feel relatively healthy. I go for walks almost every day.

@NKCHospital

Thanks for your feedback, Greg. It's great to hear you are doing so well!

@halinabemben9932

42w↑1

Besides chest wall ,how about back ribs and lungs? What about neck and shoulders? 3 weeks after triple bypass my chest burns, back muscles, neck ,left arm . It's nearly impossible to sleep . I feel like I am on my own fir 3 weeks now. Canada ,such a great health care system? !!!!! I am being sarcastic. I can't even get free meals trough the care system They do help the drug addicts with that do .

@GregSr

42w

@@halinabemben9932 I don't remember any other issues after the bypass. Sometimes the incision will suddenly itch severely. It may be unrelated, but since the bypass, my mouth is more sensitive to hot or spicy food. Maybe a coincidence?

@MsPea

2y↑15

Unfortunately, I didn't have time to watch a video before my surgery. I went to the hospital because I had a small pain in my chest and a friend talked me into going. Before I knew it I was told I needed a bypass. I had no idea what to expect, or how long it would take to recover my strength back. The worst part was the drugs they use, which caused paranoia and fear of the nurses that were trying to help me. This reaction is common I've found out and should be discussed more. Because of Covid, no one was allowed to be with me, and I went through the experience alone. I'm ok now, after 6 months. I think these videos are very helpful and should be watched even by people with no heart disease. Like me, you never know what might come your way.

@NKCHospital

Thanks for your comment. Glad you are doing better!

@user-qx2qv9no5g

What was your symptoms and what tests they did to you?

@manjuntv

Iam DVR

@fluffytail6355

I’m 52 and had severe AS found coincidentally. 5 months later - much to the surprise of my cardiologist - I had a bypass and AV replacement. The recovery has been hell. I’m at 8 weeks post-op and would never want to go through this experience again but it will repeat as I was given a bovine valve which will eventually wear out. I don’t know how I’ll ever survive this experience a 2nd time down the road.

@mercedeslack2406

2y↑6

My grandma had an animals valve fitter years ago, I remeber my mum crying and not knowing what was going on but my grandma had an amazing long life after having it , tbey had to stop her heart so technically she was dead she said just like going to sleep when you’re having it.. but I am sk thankful that in my country it doesn’t matter if you’re rich or poor you can get thus surgery and after care for free Thankyou to the NHS ♥️

@missg.5940

2y↑10

This made me feel so much better. The love of my life is facing this! He will never see me scared or crying!

@mombux

24w

my husband has been told today that he will need an open heart surgery 😢 I am so scare! how was it for you?

@speeder5118

25w↑2

"should i be awake for this?"
"well no, but as long as you are can you hold your ribcage open for me?"

@jesusfirst3426

32w

Please pray for my grandpa. He is going to have open heart surgery on Monday 🙏

@StephanieGrealis

23w

I very much hope your grandpa’s surgery went well. I am facing bypass surgery myself at 31. A tumor was found in my heart this morning.

@dudewithadelsol

23w

@@StephanieGrealis I hope your operation goes well, I have a 4th open heart surgery coming up in January, I was born with Tetralogy of Fallot and am having my pulmonary valve replaced for a second time. Last surgery was 22 years ago, I’m very nervous!

@StephanieGrealis

22w

@@dudewithadelsol oh my goodness! I’m so sorry! Wishing you luck and keeping you in my thoughts!!

@debossallemand1750

2y↑2

Ohhhh great after watching this video i'm already seeing myself as a health personnel.......I'm a fisrt year student studying Nursing as specialty and wish to become a nurse in such developed hospital.......

@elliottschwartz7

Nice and friendly hispital staff wonders of medical has really prolonged this man's life

@jerryglantz1630

1y↑4

While this. is informative it leaves out several things. I had severe heartburn for 18 months and test after test. Finally I had an angiogram and they discovered blockages. One week later , one year and 2 days ago, I had a quintuple bypass. The operation played havoc with my sugar which had been normal but after skyrocketed to 283. The catheter which is normal caused a urinary tract infection which became a major inconvenience. The surgery went great, surgeon ok'd me to leave in five days but my GP kept me for 8 due to the high WBC. In hindsight the surgery is the easiest part of the situation. The recovery is tough for about 3 weeks. I had to walk up a flight of stairs to my condo, difficult. After removal of the catheter everything went much easier. I was playing golf after 9 weeks, poorly. There was one spot above my ankle where Dr. Newman used a vein which was slow to heal but wound care took over and it worked out fine. The cough I developed was terrible and hurt like a b.....h. I was in Delray Hospital in Florida and the staff and doctors were great. I am 70, 69 at the time, and weigh 330 and never had a hiccup through the process. Know your own body and make them test if you don't feel right. I'm the one who pushed for the angiogram after 18 months. Be your own advocate. I'm single and got through it . Don't put it off and you'll be fine. Best of luck to anyone who might have to have bypass surgery someday

@sassygal3098

36w↑1

Your story has helped me greatly! I am in hospital now waiting to go to Toronto for my surgery. I have 3 stents in my 3 main arteries that arnt doing what they are supposed to. Also found this out through angiogram yesterday. I'm terrified and almost thinking of not doing it..But your story has helped a great deal. TY! And congrats on your new good health.

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@bettyweimer394

Amazing!

@calvinellis1891

2y↑8

I had 4 buy passes 3 yrs ago getting ready to do some stress test next week to see how the bypasses are doing .

@lucyterrier7905

What is the survival rate for bypass surgery? Does your facility use the Davinci robot for some bypass surgeries?

@jonjones6749

43w

I am not aware of that robotic or any other robotic system used for CABG procedures

@BengaliManfromWB

32w↑1

My grandfather had a bypass surgery at the age of 71. He lived healthy life after that till the age of 88. He passed away due to kidney disease.
Survival rate is high if u r below 80. Otherwise it is low. It is rare to have heart problems before 50 in India.

@harealivia1056

39w

How long does a open heart surgery last?Is it a very long surgery or not ?

@GoatReeseYT1986

34w

Around 3-6 hours

@user-lw7vt6xt9s

3y↑5

God bless you dr

@leevahal900

33w↑1

From what i understand its pain with a side of pain washed down with more pain.

@katieandreyev9299

Thank you.

@Becareful137

2y↑1

Simply put, get ready for the worst 3 days of your life, but worth it!

@NKCHospital

@stratmancruthers

2y↑6

I had open heart surgery for a congenital defect when I was 22, the surgery went smoothly and the pain wasn’t that bad. They gave me morphine, but I was never in intense pain. This was back in 1986, things have advanced.

@latoyafoster7737

2y↑1

I am a 37 years old woman that's expected to have a mitral valve replacement done what should I expect

@msks723

24w

My spouse would be with me for prep. Also no opposite gender personel to do body shave and will request all same staff for procedure.

@ahaikepo7984

i had small vessel almost 1.6 mm on LAD . blockage,, can bypass it?

@obaidshah1792

is there any option for the foreigner to have free of cost bypass surgery

@kelslynn944

3y↑11

Id be soo scared to go to surgery cuz ive never been there b4

@qveenora3

3y↑1

Same

@mercedeslack2406

I was when I was in Labour, never had any surgery before but I needed an emergency c section when I had done fully awake, it was an amazing experience and it’s made me less scared about having surgery from now on although I think this kind of surgery is more of a major surgery even though a c section is still major I’d be more worried about having this done :)

@elenistamatakis9246

What happens if u have severe COPD,,
Emfasima?????

@asimnawaz4346

2y↑4

Hello i am 3rd year medical student i would like to work in such developed hospital and country it would be a my goal

@atharalitalpur8071

Very nice

@newway1345

3y↑8

how much you charge from one patient ??

@ibbyyk99

2y↑2

Laughs in UK

@waldotrueb6081

2y↑2

How much do you have to live ???

@falischika6221

33w

@@ibbyyk99 you don’t have a waiting list in the UK?

@RichardHandle

Its always the man. DAM

@shawaf1977

😊😍😘

@laureningle6457

You should ADD ZERO DRINKING

@husangaming6044

3y↑4

Is dis surgery 100 percent safe....in which can dead happen at the time of surgery...kindly let me know am very worried for my mom....

@NKCHospital

There are potential risks in ANY surgery. Not knowing the circumstances around your mom's condition we wouldn't comment on her surgery.

@falischika6221

33w

How is your mom doing?

@garycarrjr2884

2y↑1

I need surgery and I'm flipping out 2 value replaced mitral value and aorta

@garycarrjr2884

K no one tells what it's like any information would b nice

@garycarrjr2884

2y↑2

I'm scared to death need 2 values replaced

@StephanieGrealis

23w

I have a tumor in my right atrium…
Not all open heart surgeries are for blockages. I did not find this video very helpful due to it being geared toward a specific open heart patient audience.

@lavanyakasarapu3375

I want to knw onething after bypass surgery if the patient is having no b.p at all.. will she or him will die?? Please please rply me

@festusonadairo9867

Pls I need heart surgery for my wife we based in Nigeria

@fabulous_gracy5817

A hospital in Lagos does it,with experts from the USA

@fabulous_gracy5817

A hospital in Lagos does it,with experts from the USA

@manjuntv

I'm DVR problem 36age help me

@idajudy07hannahkiruba15

45w

Homeopathy

@danielserrano591

serum saline stress stress

@speeder5118

25w

meet the medic

@maryanngirten1223

*y6

@danielserrano591

ichemia cateterismo 2014 year

@dalerogers2490

2y↑1

Why the stupid music

@danielserrano591

I.D.

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