Shawnee Oklahoma Native Michael Brendan is an entertainer and former Hip Hop musician who recently turned his attention to the film Industry. Growing up in a small city in Oklahoma, his love for Native American culture and his raw upbringing inspired his creative storytelling which can be felt in all of his music for the past 18 years.
A few of his influences over the years include Iconic artists like Eminem, Jay-Z, and 2pac who helped shaped his career. His critically acclaimed debut album "Last 1 Left" received a cult following locally. In 2011, Michael was approached by North Carolina producer, Rick Dalton Celebrity Chef, Carlos Brown about his music. They encouraged him and eventually produced his second LP "Most Hated".
He created his own record label, Loud Nation Music Company, allowing him to manage and produce local Oklahoma Hip-Hop Talent as well as promoting shows all over Oklahoma. In additionally, this venture allowed him to get back to his Oklahoma roots.
In 2016 Michael released his 3rd album entitled "Still Hated" on online streaming platforms. Furthermore, he produced his single "Marilyn" featuring the Iconic Marilyn Monroe. The video from the single was directed by acclaimed director Mark D. Williams.
In mid-2016, he started writing a semi-autobiography script which explores a Native American family dealing with a tragic event that proved to be life-changing. The story inspired by real-life events explores some difficulties that some Native American families face. This project opened many doors for him including writing, directing and acting. Michael's main focus going forward is his film career (writing, acting and branding himself and his companies. His future endeavors included growing, branding and promoting his companies Livin' Loud and Loud Nation as well as inspiring and motivating through public speaking and his social media platforms.