Performer Jeremy Brewster

Walking around grounds, you would find it difficult not to notice the unique style of Jeremy Brewster, second year student from Trinidad and Tobago. As if the fun home location was not enough, this UVA student has the talents, academics and ambition to make everyone get up and want to go follow their dreams. Learn a little bit more about Jeremy and from where his inspiration for music evolved.
 
When did you first realize you had a passion for performing?
It was in my freshman year of high school. The school learned that I played guitar and asked me to play for the school chapel team, and I really enjoyed getting on stage and playing. So when I started pursuing rapping, I performed at more and more shows and became more and more addicted to the adrenaline and environment of a performance.
 
Do you plan to pursue performing after college?
In an ideal world, yes. I plan on studying business and then working in a record label to get experience. After a couple of years learning the intricacies of the music business, I plan to open my own record label. Whether I plan on being one of the artists on it depends on the next couple of years, but I definitely plan on being
involved with music after college.
 
What is the secret to being successful in school, and doing the things you enjoy?
Not to sound cliché but definitely time management. You have to take advantage of every spare moment and do something useful with it. When you are taking a break, take it fully, and when you are working on something, work fully. I can’t say that I do it myself, but when I do, it has paid of really well.
 
Who is your own biggest inspiration?
Outside of music, my parents. In music it definitely depends on what frame of mind I am in musically. Different styles might resonate with me more at different times.
 
Where do you see yourself in 10 years?
Hopefully running a successful record label as one of the artists. We can all dream..
 
What is one of your proudest moments?
I really don’t know. I feel my aspirations are much bigger than my achievements and only when I reach those aspirations will I have a set of proud moments.
 
What is your most embarrassing moment?
I have had a good few, but I remember 1st year there was frozen yogurt at O’hill, and when my friend and I were leaving the dining hall I dropped the yogurt all over her. I still don’t think she has forgiven me.
 
Love or hate the states?
It’s a love/hate relationship. As an institution it is incredibly arrogant, but I still love living here and it has reason to be a bit cocky.