I decided to take this year to do things that make me feel grounded and connected to life…I’ve been touring for a decade and wanted to feel some normalcy for a moment, to experience some of the things I feel Ive missed out on…not in a bus or in a parking lot behind a venue, but focusing on life with friends, family, dancing, traveling just to travel, relationships, mental health, therapy, self compassion, volunteering, all the meaningful stuff…I am so grateful for the journey thus far and all of those that have supported me along the way but felt I never really supported myself as much as I should…getting to step back from the pressures I’ve put on myself in a wild industry and working on breaking old patterns is hardddd work but so powerful and worth it…I’m grateful for all of the lessons along the way…now I’m actually soaking it in…I’m starting to figure it out little by little, and writing and singing about it is the next step:) but for now, back to the good stuff
I know a lot of people out there are struggling…I’m right there with ya…I’ve certainly had my struggles this year and through the years. I’m trying to learn to sit with the tough emotions and physical symptoms that come with the stress and anxieties and the depressed states…it’s not easy, but know there are people out there that want you to win…and know that you can be one of those people as well…I’m right here with ya…however give me a minute while I unthaw from this frigid cold water 🥶#mentalhealth @renutherapy
Ya feel me on this one!? Hang in there all ya singles, it’ll come around! #valentines
On a Christmas mission to finish the Glow tour strong in Boston…this place has a lot of soul, gonna bring everything I got left tonight:)
I’m about to go on my own hideaway for a while, figured id put this out to celebrate that…I hope this song reminds ya to take a breather for yourself this year and go for a drive, give some one a hug, jump in a stream, or get lost in place no one’s ever heard of…Im excited for this year and to be on this ride called life…let’s make it count:)
Ran the half marathon in nashville yesterday, so many inspiring stories out there, had a blast…my legs are destroyed but my heart is grateful 🙂
Ice skating with the fam and I didn’t get injured…big win…so fun:)
Tony Bennett was such a gift of a human and crooner to this world…not long ago on a beautiful night in Manhattan, he and I were both taping the Rockefeller tree lighting and our dressing rooms were right next to each other. As I walked by to go to my room, there he was, eating a granola bar and smiling. He kindly invited me in and we chatted for a brief and beautiful moment. I will never forget what that glimmer in time meant to me and my soul. He was literally 60 years older than me and had seen and accomplished just about as much as any performer could ever dream of and yet, there he was, a fellow singer, waiting for his chance to take the stage once again, just like everyone else, because that was his heart, and damn was he good at it. I have learned so much about singing from his records and his music will live on forever. Thanks for showing us how to live “The Good Life” Tony
3 years ago today my album Sunday drive came out…this record holds a special place in my heart as it was the first time I fully stepped into the vulnerable places that I never was quite ready for…its when I learned that when your heart knows you need to go after something, even if it’s different or not always the popular or expected choice, that’s even more of a reason to go for it…the outcome of taking that risk is this album and I feel ever since then, I’ve been learning to love those deeper parts of myself and live to tell the stories…it’s a never ending process, and I’m grateful for getting the chance to let go and trust in myself and for having an amazing team of freakishly talented humans that helped make this album become the chapter of my life that I turned a corner and started watching the world through an open window, out on a Sunday drive
3 years ago today my album Sunday drive came out…this record holds a special place in my heart as it was the first time I fully stepped into the vulnerable places that I never was quite ready for…its when I learned that when your heart knows you need to go after something, even if it’s different or not always the popular or expected choice, that’s even more of a reason to go for it…the outcome of taking that risk is this album and I feel ever since then, I’ve been learning to love those deeper parts of myself and live to tell the stories…it’s a never ending process, and I’m grateful for getting the chance to let go and trust in myself and for having an amazing team of freakishly talented humans that helped make this album become the chapter of my life that I turned a corner and started watching the world through an open window, out on a Sunday drive
3 years ago today my album Sunday drive came out…this record holds a special place in my heart as it was the first time I fully stepped into the vulnerable places that I never was quite ready for…its when I learned that when your heart knows you need to go after something, even if it’s different or not always the popular or expected choice, that’s even more of a reason to go for it…the outcome of taking that risk is this album and I feel ever since then, I’ve been learning to love those deeper parts of myself and live to tell the stories…it’s a never ending process, and I’m grateful for getting the chance to let go and trust in myself and for having an amazing team of freakishly talented humans that helped make this album become the chapter of my life that I turned a corner and started watching the world through an open window, out on a Sunday drive
Well this was a birthday I’ll never forget, the chase is still on😂 thanks for all the love 🙂
Let’s take this big town for a whirlllll
Nope, not today Satan
If you went to the Glow shows, you know my story about chestnuts roasting on an open fire! Here’s how we do it in -15 degree wind chill weather while staying warm with the 🥃thanks for the incredible memories year with this music! Merry Christmas, happy holidays and happy freakin new year:)
Unreal Chicago
Bob and bob and bob
My 2023 BUCKET LIST- This year I’m gonna do all the things Ive always wanted to do but never made the time…things that scare me, chasing moments that make me feel alive and see the wonder in the world…all things big and small…got a couple spots left, any ideas before I finish this and hang it up across from my bed to look at every day I wake up?
Nothin makes me feel more free….
My uncle started gagging in anticipation of cold plunging…I haven’t laughed this hard in a long time…feels good 😂 #mentalhealth
Locals SECRETS vinyl preorder….you all have been asking for it…join up @bretteldredgelocals and get some CINNAMON:). (Link in bio)
✌🏻✌🏻✌🏻✌🏻Hideaway
Earth, I love youuuuuuuu #earthday #earth
The love I feel for this city is enormous…what a stunning weekend…thank you Chicago ❤️