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Playlist Pick: The Beastles - Tripper
Thankful For: Hey, it's Friday!!!

Just got introduced to this new service online called Say Now. Stop on by and check out my page, call my number, leave a message, keep in touch with my latest updates. Fun times...

Hey, it's Friday!!! Have a great day, a great weekend, and check out this inspiring quote by Mother Teresa that my friend Eric Lusion posted on his facebook page below...

"People are unreasonable, illogical and self-centered. Love them anyway. If you do good, people will accuse you of ulterior motives. Do good anyway. If you are successful you win false friends and true enemies. Succeed anyway. The good you do today will be forgotten tomorrow. Do good anyway. Honesty and frankness make you vulnerable. Be honest and frank anyway. People favor underdogs but follow only top dogs. Fight for some underdogs anyway. What you spend years building may be destroyed overnight. Build anyway. People really need help but may attack you if you help them. Help people anyway. Give the world the best you have and you"ll get kicked in the teeth. Give the world the best you"ve got anyway." - Mother Teresa

On my way to GRAMMY!!!

Playlist Pick: Rock & Roll - Eric Hutchinson
Thankful For: The cool Autumn weather

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 21, 2008

RON IRIZARRY On Official Entry Ballot For 2009 Grammy Awards

Film, Music, Entertainment

The National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences has placed Ron Irizarry on the official entry ballot for the 2009 Grammy Awards in the following category: Best Song Written For Motion Picture, Television Or Other Visual Media - Henry Poole Is Here (From Henry Poole Is Here) Ron Irizarry was the recent winner of the Henry Poole Is Here songwriting contest hosted by Overture Films, Lakeshore Entertainment, and MySpace Music. His winning song of the same title beat out over 3500 entries. With his win, Irizarry filmed his first music video for the song with legendary music video and film director Mark Pellington, who has worked with the likes of Richard Gere, Tim Robbins, U2, and Bruce Springsteen. The music video premiered on MySpace Movies, and to date has over 66,000 views. The winning song was included as the title track on the official motion picture soundtrack and the music video will be included on the DVD release. Irizarry then made his national television debut performing the song on The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson on CBS, with rave reviews, and was a special guest at the film's Hollywood Premiere alongside stars, Luke Wilson & George Lopez, where his music video was debuted on the big screen before the film's screening. This marks Ron Irizarry's first official entry ballot for an award. Nominations will be announced on December 3, 2008 on CBS. "I am so honored to be on the entry ballot," says Irizarry. "To be in the company of such great artists and songwriters like Diane Warren, John Mayer, and Alicia Keys, is such a great and validating feeling! I hope to follow in the footsteps of the many great musicians that came before me."

If you haven't heard the song or gotten a copy of Ron's album, what are you waiting for?! Available now on iTunes and CDBaby.com. Visit Ron Irizarry's Official website and hear samples of his music at www.ronmusic.com or at www.myspace.com/ronirizarry.

For more information contact:
Email: info@ronmusic.com

I GOT SHOT!!! ...but not fatally wounded.

Ron Irizarry photo shoot by Brook Pifer from Brook Pifer RockstarPhotographer on Vimeo.

Playlist Pick: Ever the Same - Rob Thomas
Thankful For: Having a beautiful woman that loves me unconditionally

It is Tuesday night 9:48 PM. I am sitting at my desk staring at my Samsung SyncMaster 941BW monitor that is displaying code in the form of images fed from my Macbook. I love my Macbook. Apple has done a successful job selling a lifestyle, not just products, and they have me hooked. Rockin' the iPhone as well thanks to my lovely fiancee' and her kind hearted gift-giving.

I can't help but think of how blessed and fortunate I am right now. Life is good, and at this very moment, I am in a very still moment of calm and relaxation.

Yesterday, I had the great priviledge of working with one of the industry's top photographers Mrs. Brook Pifer. What a wonderful gift this woman has. She just knows how to capture moods, vibes, and moments. It was my second time working with her, and it was an awesome time. I was very lucky to have my fiancee' along with me to keep my company and be an awesome source of support. I'm usually trucking off to events by myself, so I was blessed and thankful that she gave up her day off to spend it with me on a work day.

Along for the trek as well was my good friend and high-end uber stylist Diana Munoz. If you ever need some new style, go see her at Ego Lab and she'll hook you up like you've never been hooked up. I don't see her work as a hair cut, trim, color, etc... rathar, I see it as art. She seems to create works of art, masterpieces, if you will from the blank canvas of her client's hair. It's good stuff, so check her out when you get a chance.

The day started in the studio, wardrobe picked out, first set up, wardrobe change, second set up, and so on. We ulimately ended up in the streets of Winter Park shooting around wherever Brook found cool spots. If you watch the video (shot mostly by my lovely fiancee'), you'll see what I mean. It was a great day, and I'm very excited to see the outcome of the collective effort by all there that day.

It is now 10:22 PM, Tuesday night. I just drank a FIJI bottled water, and am on my second. Yes, I am happy! My fiancee' called and will be home soon. Also, I'm thinking Grammy!!! I made the Grammy ballot, and will find out if I am a nominee on December 3rd!!! Lakeshore Records (The #1 Soundtrack Label In The Word!) has been so kind through this whole journey, and I'm just excited all around. Tonight I hung up pictures of Grammys on the fridge, bathroom mirrors in the house, in my office in front of me, and in my Explorer. The power of positive thinking! Think Grammy=get Grammy.

Be well friends, love one another...

Chicago Filipino American Film Festival Finalist

Playlist Pick: Lost - Coldplay
Thankful For: 2 more days til Friday.

Ron Irizarry’s music video for "Henry Poole Is Here" has been accepted as a finalist in the 5th Annual Chicago Filipino American Film Festival music video program, and will be presented on Friday, November 7 at 10pm along with other festival finalists. The winner will be announced at the end of the evening. If you are in the Chicago area, please make it out to support Ron’s music video, as this will be the first appearance of his work in a film festival! Special thanks to CFAFF, Overture Films, Lakeshore Entertainment, Mark Pellington, and MySpace for the wonderful opportunity! Please visit www.cfaff.org for more information, and the Facebook Event page for all festival details: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=43505060279

Fall Leaves...

Playlist Pick: Forever - Chris Brown

One of my most favorite things to do in the Fall when I was a young child was to preserve leaves in wax paper. It was something I always looked forward to doing when that time of the year rolled around. Art was my favorite thing to do in school, so when we got to do this project I was really excited. I vividly remember sitting at my elementary school desk on my wooden school chair with the metal legs and frame, and the wooden seat and back rest (they could not have been that comfortable, maybe that explains my back pain today). My desk was made of similar structure, wood desktop and metal frame and legs.


Anyway, I remember our assignment of bringing in leaves for arts and crafts. I was so excited to pick out the biggest and most colorful leaf to bring into class. Arts and crafts were usually done at the end of the day right before school let out. We would all get our leaves out, the teacher would pass out wax paper, then we would put the leaf in the middle of two sheets of wax paper, then the teacher and teacher's assistant would come around with an iron and iron our leaf together preserving it in the wax paper. At that time we would pull out our school scissors. I had a pair that I kept in my Snoopy school box (what I called it) that I still have today.

Man, I love that school box! It makes me feel happy! Scissors in hand, we would cut out our leaf from the wax paper, following the outline of the leaf, and then we'd have our finished product! I remember taking it home to mom and dad and showing them with excitement what I had accomplished at school. It was far more important to me than my grades or the "A" that I got on my spelling test, or my penmanship awards.

So, as we Floridians begin to feel hints of what is our Fall season, I reminisce on the days of old. The simple things that made me so happy to be alive!!!

Have a great day, and remember, it is the small simple positive things all around us, that if we choose to focus on, makes life worth so much more to live...

BEST BUY was best!!!

Playlist Pick: Staple It Together - Jack Johnson

Another late post, but hey, better late than never...
The kind people at Best Buy invited me to perform at the Grand Opening of their new Musical Instruments Store last Saturday. It was a really great day, a freeing day. I arrived a little early for load in and sound check, and pulling into the parking lot, the Florida Fall had not yet kicked in as it was in the high 80's, and not that of the music genre. Man it was hot! It was a Saturday afternoon, so the store was pretty packed with shoppers too.

Once inside, I tried to soak in the cool breeze of air-conditioning, but I was still setting up and sound checking, and at a high rate of activity. All was set, so I did my pre-show ritual of just trying to find a quiet place to relax before singing. I had enough time to stroll the store and check out all the new DVD releases as well as some music. People began to arrive, so I took to the stage and got ready to do my thang...

It was a quick set of 30 minutes, so I began with one of my songs titled "Opportunity" (which can currently be heard exclusively at: http://www.sorealunlimited.com/ Check it out!!!). I played a few more tunes, then my good friend, and talented hip hop artist, Stefanotto stopped by to sit in on "So Crazy", and also do a song of his own. I always have a great time performing with him. I am scheduled to play the House of Blues next month warming up the crowd for One Republic, and have invited Stef to come join me. Should be a great time.

After Stefanotto finished with me, I did two more songs, ending the set with "Good Times", then thanked everyone for coming out. It was a really fun afternoon, and the staff at Best Buy were so kind and professional. I have to personally thank Matt, Kelley, and Lisa for the opportunity of letting me come out and do what I love to do.

If you are reading this and it is Saturday October 18th, 2008, I will be performing at The Grape tonight at Pointe Orlando from 8PM to 11PM, so come on out and join the fun.

Peace to all and see you soon!!!

RAD was RAD

RAD 10.10.08 from Brook Pifer RockstarPhotographer on Vimeo.

Playlist Pick: What'd I Say - Ray Charles

Late post, but hey, it's here. So here goes...
The RAD Art Show was an incredible evening. It was so great to be around artists, artistic people, and lovers of art. There were photos on display from Michelle Marconi & Isabelle Ribeiro, and artwork by Nicky Botelho & Mel Taylor. Mel Taylor? Yes, Mel Taylor the very talented DJ and radio personality. And I have to say, she is as equally talented with the brush. We have a bunch of mutual friends, but had never had the chance to meet until now.

Brook Pifer did a lovely job putting the event together, and her studio was the perfect location and vibe for the whole event. I got to meet so many people and exchanged a business card or two. I also had a great time performing throughout the evening, playing a mixture of my original music as well as my favorite covers from The Beatles, to Nat King Cole, to Coldplay. In between sets Brook gave me her first generation iPod to rock some tunes to, and man, it just looked ancient, but still rocked the party. Later in the evening my good friend and talented musical colaborator Stefanotto came by and sat in on a few songs. If you get the chance, check out his music.

All in all it was a fabulous time, and I heard that Mrs. Pifer is going to host another one in the future, so check her out.

THIS WEEK!!!

Greetings...
I will be performing at two very exciting events this coming week.

The first is RAD (Rock Stars - Art - Drinks), an art show hosted by my friend, the very talented photographer Brook Pifer. It was a great privilege to be invited by her to be a part of this event. I'll be performing throughout the evening. It's always a great time to hang around people in the art community and people who have a love for the arts. When I was in LA a minute ago, I remember how much I loved being in the atmosphere surrounded by artistic people, so this will be a great event! There will be several other artists showcasing their work as well. So if you are an art lover, please come by. Details below...

RAD (ROCKSTARS - ART - DRINKS)
FRIDAY 10/10, 6-11PM
LIVE MUSIC BY RON IRIZARRY, ARTWORK BY NICKY BOTELHO, PHOTOS BY MICHELLE MARCONI & ISABELLE RIBEIRO
520 N. ORLANDO AVE
LOFT 1
WINTER PARK FL 32789
(ABOVE THE CHEESECAKE FACTORY & GUITAR CENTER)
Complimentary Adult Beverages and Yummy Nibblers, Valet Parking outside Cheesecake Factory.
When entering The Lofts take elevator the floor 2
CDS, ARTWORK, & T-SHIRTS WILL BE FOR SALE

The second is at the Grand Opening of the Instrumental Music Store at Best Buy @ Waterford Lakes. It's really exciting, because as a child I have the very fond memory of my father taking my brother and I to the music store to see the instruments. I remember having an utterly magical experience seeing all the different colored electric guitars hanging on the walls, and people sitting in front of amps trying them out w/ these really incredible sounds coming out of them. I was so drawn to it all.

Now I have the opportunity to be a part of an outlet that is opening their doors to provide brand new experiences to the people who walk through their doors. It's very exciting, and I'm very happy to be a part of it. Details below...

RON IRIZARRY PERFORMING FROM 2PM TO 2:30PM
BEST BUY - MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS STORE GRAND OPENING
SATURDAY OCTOBER 11TH
BEST BUY WATERFORD LAKES
845 N ALAFAYA TRAIL
ORLANDO, FL 32828
407.482.8099

Thanks again, and hope to see you out soon...

Purple...

I'm at The Grape tonight Saturday October 4th from 8pm to 11pm, so if you are free come on out for a chill experience and a relaxing time. The Grape is located in Pointe Orlando. Google it and come join the fun...

La dee dah...

It's a Friday, another Friday, and let me tell you, I am VERY thankful to be alive...

The last few months I have worked myself to the bone getting about 4 hours sleep a night, and right now, I'm just tired... Just tired... I feel kind of like Ron Livingston's character in "Office Space", where he just got tired of doing anything at all. I'm not to that degree, but I'm somewhere in the region...

Tonight I have a gig at a place on Park Avenue here in town. If you are free and want to come out, please stop by and say hello. You can find all the info here: www.ronmusic.com. My dear brother Jeff has been sitting in w/ me, and I must say I truly enjoy the camaraderie.

I finished watching the "Iron Man" DVD w/ my beautiful fiancee last night at about 3am. It was an awesome time. I'm coming more and more to a place of great appreciation of my family, friends, and loved ones... That to me is what it's all about during our time here on the planet, at least for me, and I am making sure that I make every moment count...

I'm here, I'm alive, it's all happening, here, now, and I'm in it!

Peace, love, and hope to all...

Ron

Delayed Again

My Own Private Jet

Well, not exactly, but one day. Hopping on this baby with two other travel companions. It's cold up here man, and these planes tend to be a little colder than the big ones.

Now Boarding

Let me tell you, waiting to board a plane at 6 in the morning is not the most fun experience, but I guess it has to be done. Off to Washington Dulles, then on to Athens, WV. Be safe kids, I know I will.

"Friendly City"

hip hop baby...

Gig at House of Blues this past weekend, never thought I'd share a night with DMX & Jazzy Jeff.

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Ahh the mix...