Music of My Mind

Name: Alandis Brassel

Age:23

Hometown: Newport News, VA/Memphis, TN

Undergraduate College: Hampton University, Music Engineering Technology

Graduate School: New York University, Music Business

What do you want to be when you grow up?:
Simply put, a great music producer. I want to make music that touches peoples souls, music that speaks of experiences and the real world. The world is missing that right now. Cats like Stevie Wonder and Marvin Gaye did it back in the 70's. They made tasteful music that touched the hearts and changed the lives of millions. I want to do that for this generation.

Who inspires you the most?:
Definitely my family and friends. My wife's tenacity, my parent's wisdom, and my friends' different perspectives on life have all inspired me in some way. Besides them, I'd have to say Quincy Jones (the ultimate musician/music producer) and David (yep...from the Bible...he was he epitome of a songwriter, a man after God's own heart. He was able to translate all of his trials and triumphs into songs that are still relevant today.)

Where do you see yourself in 10 years?:
Already married, so by then a child or two. I hope to have established myself as a reputable songwriter/producer. I'll be making music in some form or fashion, whether I'm in the studio or behind the desk running my own company.

What would you do if music didn't work out?:
I would probably be a psychologist. I like problem solving and helping people straighten things out. I also like listening to people. "People observation" is usually how my songwriting process starts.