I’ve been wandering now for more than 7 years. As day three of our South American journey is coming to an end, the light of the snow-capped Andes andinto our window is being replaced by the yellow glow of the fire. It’sbecoming clear as I get older that my life’s journey has just begun. As timepasses, life has a way of mellowing you out. I think that’s why people get quieter as they age.

Traveling fast forwards maturity. I’m not saying I’m mature, I love being immature and having fun. But I’ve noticed that when I’m traveling I go through life-changing experiences every couple days. Staying in one place breeds a closed mind, a naïve nature, and a slow pace of maturity, at least for me. I’ve noticed that the times of growth in my life have involved massive amounts of moving around, touring and traveling. Likewise, my least productive times have been during months of staying put. This is exactly why I chose to make the 7,791 mile journey from L.A. to San Carlos deBariloche, in the Patagonia region of Argentina.

The Patagonia region of Argentina is one of the most harsh, frigid, remote climates in the world. Our village lies further south than the entire continent of Africa. Further south than Tasmania. Dubbed the “Switzerland of South America,” San Carlos de Bariloche is a quaint little town of less than 200,000 people known for its snowboarding. It’s a stopping point for budding boarders and touring professionals alike. For the rest of August and into September, I’ll be snowboarding, playing live performances, and of course, building the Greenhouse. Tomorrow we begin building. I’ll keep you posted. Blog three is coming, so stay put.

But not for long. Travel. Do it. Go.

-Marc

- Buen dia, this is the view from our kitchen at the SASS compound in Barlioche!

We have officially left the ground. As I write to you I exist 30,000 feet above sea level. I’m staring down at the western part of Arizona, headed to Atlanta, Georgia, then on to Buenos Aires, Argentina, and eventually to Bariloche. Our final destination lies more than 24 hours of buses, planes, trains, and taxis ahead of us.

Our goals for the trip are simple: Build Greenhouse. Play Music. Snowboard. I want to visit a new country, experience new cultures and people, while positively affecting the regions we visit. I think its important to realize the massive amounts of pollution, litter, and negative impact on the environment that travel has. We wanted to set an example of a way to live life to the fullest, without negatively affecting others’ ability to do so.

Our group consists of 9 humans, 5 of which are professional snowboarders, two musicians (including myself), a small camera crew, and a photographer. Snowboarder Chanelle Sladics came up with the plan to build a Greenhouse for agriculture in order for the local people of Bariloche, Argentina to sustain their crops over the winters, which are very harsh in the Patagonia region. We raised funds for the project, collected recycled plastic bottles, and received donations from passionate followers of our project, and I’m pleased to tell you that in 3 days we begin the construction of the greenhouse, made entirely out of recycled plastic bottles, wood, and bamboo.

You can keep updated on our trip right here. I’ll be posting a new blog every 3-4 days with photos/videos in real-time. Thanks to technology, you can join me on my adventure each step of the way. Stay tuned, its only the beginning.

-Marc

I was approached to be an integral part of a team of professional musicians, athletes, and artists to travel to a remote region of Argentina to help build a greenhouse out of recycled plastic bottles which when finished will provide a reliable source of food for the local families and their children. In addition we will be educating the people on proper agricultural methods, efficient farming techniques, and processes to maximize results. Around the world, 24,000 children a day die due to poverty, hunger, and disease related illnesses attributed to poor nutrition.

Our experiences will be documented and featured on FuelTV as well as a benefit ceremony upon our return in the hopes that we can fund more of these projects throughout the world. However, before I am able to do my part on the team I need to raise enough money for a flight to Argentina. Is there anything you can do to help us provide a greenhouse for these families and children?  We’re leaving this Tuesday!

Any donation is greatly appreciated and can be sent to the following address: 10879 El Mar Ave. Fountain Valley, CA 92708. I’ll pick up a dollar from your house if I need to (I live in Ventura and am willing to drive anywhere in CA) or use PayPal. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to message me, I can and will explain any and all angles of our mission. It’s going to be truly amazing.

Most sincerely yours,

-Marc B.

For more information on Marc’s travels and his music, visit
http://www.marcbmusic.com, or link up on facebook, at
http://www.facebook.com/marcbmusic

As I check Lowers for any sign of surf, here I am again, alone in my car.  Just the way I started out.  My bag of extra clothing, one surfboard, one guitar.  One my way home though, my car is filled to the brim with memories of people and places I know I’ll never forget.

It’s easy to let life lass you by.  So much energy coming and going, ebbing and flowing…  How are we supposed to grasp it, comprehend it, channel it?  So many human relationships, which I’ve realized are the core of why we exist.  How can we take our memories with us?  My memories and accounts of what happens in my life comes out in the form of song.  My music and my life inter-are.  My life is my music, and my music is my life.  So this June and July will see more music creation than ever, thanks to my new and old friends.

I wonder what part of the world I will see my new and old friends next…

Hey guys we’re putting together a video for Marc B’s song “The Right Way” and we want your help to make it!

You can listen to the track and check out the lyrics and some insight on the song here. We’re looking for photos inspired by the song, mellow tones and earthy vibes, maybe some cool ocean pics and surfing stuff. The Right Way is a bit of a sunset song, so sunsets are welcome, and anything birds, boards, and beaches. If you have any doubts about what to submit, listen to the song and post what it makes you think of! Also if you have any pics of Marc or the band from live shows, any pics of the guys surfing, or of you and them, we want you to be a part of it so show us what you’ve got!

You can post submissions on the Marc B Music Facebook wall, or email them to marcbpics@gmail.com. This will be a fun project for everyone; so don’t hesitate to get involved! If you have any friends whose photography fits the bill tell them too.

We’re accepting submissions from 4/20 – 5/10

This is a great opportunity for the band, so if you’re in the OC area come out to show your support! The Showcase finals are all free. Here’s the performance schedule, Marc B is performing at 10 p.m.

2/26, 7:30pm - Yost Theater, Santa Ana - (Live Acoustic Finals, FREE, All Ages)
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I Hate You Just Kidding (8pm)
Billy Kernkamp (8:40pm)
Stacy Clark (9:20pm)
Marc B (10pm)
Mike Vitale (10:40pm)

We want to see you all there!

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With a look straight out of Endless Summer and his mellow feel-good vibe, Marc B may just be the next big thing to come from the southern California music scene.  The Orange County native combines a love of the nature, surfing and music to create songs with an environmental message.

Check out the whole feature by clicking here or on the image below.

The Daily Titan of Cal State Fullerton, reviews each song on The Yellow Jelly EP as well as provides a bit of background information in regards to Marc’s musical influences and increasing popularity. To get the full article please visit the Daily Titan’s website at DailyTitan.com.

The Yellow Jelly EP is now available for purchase on iTunes and Amazon, follow the links to pick up your copy today. For more info about Marc B. and his upcoming shows please visit the new MarcBmusic.com.