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HEY, WHAT'S UP? WELCOME TO THE OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF BRODIE NEWPORT!
I'm Brodie, and you've reached my blog . . . how does that feel?
It's definitely working for me!
Before proceeding, I feel it might be important to admit that I have an underwear fetish
and that I am currently on medication for it.
But it's not working!
I guess growing up gay in Mormon Utah can do that to a person.
Not that my experiences were all bad--they also provided tons of creative material for sure.
And they made me into the BadMormon that I am today!
02 August 2007: The Path of the "Initiate"
Sometimes, I can't help but talk a little bit about spirituality. I apologize because I know this is a definite turn-off to some. Ah well--you know how it is--there are actually two closets out of which some of us have had to emerge during the course of life. Coming out of my "metaphysical closet" is sometimes the hardest step to take. And it seems like it's a never-ending process at times. But luckily I have had some very special people help me in the process along the way, and I will forever be thankful for their guidance and unconditional love. I'm a lone Radical Faerie in all reality.
So I have been engaging in that dangerous past time called thinking--regarding some of the imagery in the vid for "Irrepressible" here on this lil ole website. To me, the vid tells a bit about the story of someone who is on "The Path of the Initiate" as described by metaphysicians. The vid might seem to be irreverent or even profane at times. But I see it as more of a deprogramming act similar to the steps of postmodernism's deconstruction.
The vid describes an initiate who is learning the secrets of the universe and of the nature of life itself. To do this, one must free oneself of the lies that obscure these secrets or truths. So, while (in the vid) the initiate is freeing himself of some of the more meaningless and mundane aspects of popular "religion," he is also aligning himself with the arcane and sacred aspects of a more true, inner "spirituality" which is private, hidden, and sacred. Therefore spirituality and sexuality are not seen as incompatible but are rather proven to be quite inseparable. They truly are one and the same. What appears profane to the masses (who are still aligned with a fallen religion that has taken them away from the divine) is revealed to be the way back to the sacred.
It seemed important that I write a little bit about my intentions because I definitely do not want to be disrespectful toward that which is sacred. Quite the opposite is true--I wish to uphold and maintain (and even celebrate) its sanctity! Even though I have parted ways with the religion of my childhood, I still respect the fact that it was responsible for the original, one-on-one connection that I ended up making with my own "higher power" or "God."
Yeah, I know--this has been deep and perhaps even pointless, but at least I got to hear myself talk!
Lots of Love,
Brodie
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27 July 2007: Some Musings On Unbridled Masculinity
Besides providing an outlet for sharing some of the music I have worked on, this site is a celebration of what it means to be truly male. While most people probably see this world as being oriented towards “the male species” and its total empowerment, it is my belief that we have actually lost touch with our true identities and strengths. Not only does this affect guys, it affects girls as well.
It is my personal philosophy that things have somehow been switched and reversed. We have come to associate emotions, sex, and spirituality/creativity as belonging to the realm of women. All of our advancements in communication and technology could easily change all of this for the better, though! For the first time, anybody can be creative (and male) without the “middle man” funding and ultimately controlling the artist’s work. We are free to use our words to express ourselves to an internet audience. This means that I get to join the fun and share some of my own thoughts and perspectives!
So, while dancing around in skivvies can be fun (and a turn-on for sure--I'm a Sagittarius after all), I am also wondering if it is possible to go so far as to suggest it has political implications? Maybe it symbolizes being willing to own up to one’s identity as a guy without trying to hide or minimize that identity beneath layers of refined Italian suits or other sorts of “body armor.” (But hell, I don't know anything for sure anymore!)
I believe that we are strong when we admit that we are at once emotional, spiritual, and sexual. Although we believe that we make ourselves vulnerable in embracing this identity, there is actually great strength available to us in that place of vulnerability. Once we fully embrace all parts of ourselves, there is nothing that can be used against us because we are standing on the bedrock of our personal power.
We all have a beast inside, right? In our world ruled by corporate mentality (which I am going to say extends to how many religions operate as well), that beast is usually hidden behind the walls of programmed duality and secrecy. Talking about and admitting his existence is what can set him free. Setting him free, we also become unencumbered by duplicity and secrecy. In this way, it is our words that we share with each other that can heal us—whether lyrics in a song or “everyday conversations.” Even though my orthodox Mormon background encouraged and nurtured hard-core duplicity and secrecy, I have made a vow never to be a slave to that again!
I would love to see men and women recognize and honor the strengths of each other with mutual respect and support--where each recognizes the fundamental need for each other and for balance. As the scales reach for that balance, there is definitely going to be a lot of turbulence. But turbulence is the fun part, and I say enjoy the ride!
Come kick it with me in the world of BadMormon Records and start . . . **celebrating** . . . (wink-wink, nudge-nudge) . . . the return of unbridled masculinity--you might just find out that nothing is quite what it seems!
Lots of Love,
Brodie
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