Look Inside by Alec Bridges

He returned to Orange County where he continued to hone his guitar

skills, playing in numerous local bands with styles ranging from

Alternative Rock to Metal to Funk to Progressive Rock to Fusion.

Around this time Alec found himself drawn in a completely different

direction. Through a friend, he was introduced to Yoga, Vipassana

Meditation, and Alternative Medicine. Through these practices, he

found his own voice, began singing and writing songs of his own, and

made the transition from electric to acoustic guitar. Taking such an

unconventional, independent approach would intimidate many, but for

Alec, it has only enhanced his creative capabilities. As a result his

music is infused with a strong sense of self, positive and inspiring.

It is eclectic and energetic, delivered smoothly and with confidence.

During the summer of 2002, while on his way to teach a Yoga class,

Alec had a chance meeting with Ard Matthews, the front-man of South

Africa's biggest rock band, Just Jinjer. After a few rehearsals with

Ard, and a showcase for Capital Records, Alec joined Just Jinjer as

their lead guitarist and moved to South Africa. After six months

spent touring throughout South Africa and the UK, Capital Records

relocated the band back to the US where they would stay for six

months, touring the eastern United States, the UK, and the Caribbean.

In early 2004 Alec left the band to live a more stable life and focus

on his study of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Ayurveda (East Indian

Medicine), and practice of Yoga and meditation.

Alec returned to Laguna Beach and teamed up with some friends to form

a band of his own, playing numerous local shows, including a handful

of benefit concerts for the Surfrider Foundation and the American

Cancer Society. Alec even appeared in an episode of the popular MTV

series Laguna Beach, which he is quick to point out that he has never

seen. In early 2006, realizing that "now is the time to make this

music happen", Alec discontinued his studies, and began to play solo

shows throughout Orange County and New York City. With the help of

musicians Nate Wood (The Calling, Taylor Hawkins, Keaton Simons) Tyler

Chester, Mike Baas, and Denholm Harding (of Just Jinger), Alec

recorded and released his first album, Look Inside, which culminated

in a sold out cd release show and party. Alec's easy charm and

approachable manner are just a small part of the reason people leave

his consistanly packed shows as avid new fans. He plans to spend 2007

working on his next album and touring the US.

Alec has the potential to inspire others with out preaching. He brings

a much "brighter and more positive" sound, emphasizing the

impermanence of life and the importance of constantly learning and

growing. With a main objective of being true to oneself, it is no

doubt that Alec's music will assist and enthuse listeners to do just

that.

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