Tell Your Truths

My Apologies

Mirrors (I loved to love you)

Tonbe links :
Bandcamp : https://tonbe.bandcamp.com/
Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/artist/02eo2dtMKsqNfonTOhQ7fH?si=-k6nhJgERfG9rugv3MbFew
SoundCloud : https://soundcloud.com/tonbe
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/tonbemusic/
YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/user/DJTonbe
Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/djtonbe/
Beatport : https://www.beatport.com/artist/tonbe/111065
Traxsource : http://www.traxsource.com/artist/25403/tonbe

Bandcamp

Tonbe - Don't Send Me Away

white-paper.mp3

Dream .mp3

https://youtu.be/UyM24dlidxU?si=EbCiENScXd_FktdU

powerful spoken word and musical fusion that explores the universal equality of time. Set against a moody, cinematic soul backdrop, the piece moves through moments of, protest, reflection, and hope. Whispered refrains like “time keeps slipping away…” echo the urgency of each passing second.

The lyrics reflect on the weight of words, the divide between intention and impact, and the quiet power of human choice. Each verse builds toward a collective yearning—not just for peace, but for justice, equality, empathy, and truth that applies to all.

Bilingual in its message and reach, the French version carries the same emotional gravity, allowing it to resonate across cultures. This piece is a call to action, a meditation, and a reminder:
We all get the same minute. It’s how we use it that defines us.

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une œuvre puissante mêlant parole parlée et ambiance musicale cinématographique. Sur une trame soul douce et grave, le texte explore l’égalité fondamentale du temps : une minute pour toi, une minute pour moi.

Les refrains murmurés, comme « le temps continue de s’échapper… », rythment cette méditation poétique sur le poids des mots, la justice, la vérité, et le choix humain. Le texte confronte la haine, la peur, et l’oubli de l’amour avec des images de pardon, d’espoir, et de résistance intime.

Traduit et adapté en français, le message conserve toute sa force émotionnelle et son accessibilité universelle.
C’est une invitation à réfléchir, à ressentir, et à agir — une minute à la fois.

le temps… s’échappe… encore…(time keeps slipping away)

See the video here: https://youtube.com/shorts/0sKwpPNsm4w?si=qCEC6bHunC9N4nXL

one minute (big up)

one (spoken)

A tribute to my dad. A poignant expression of the fleeting nature of time and love. It captures a sense of urgency and the bittersweet realization of moments passing by.  emphasizing that the relentless pace at which time moves, the imagery of sand slipping through one's fingers adds a vivid touch.

your love, what a trip!

father's day reflection (a son’s reflection)

Velvet Brew is an innovative musical project that blends genres and emotions to create a soundscape that resonates deeply with listeners. Hailing from a vibrant artistic community, Velvet Brew draws inspiration from life’s intricacies, weaving narratives of love, longing, and self-discovery into each track. 

AI enables me to bring  my creativity, poetry and lyrics to life.  Words written years ago looking for a soundtrack.


With an eclectic mix of sounds,  music ranges from smooth jazz grooves to funk-infused melodies, creating a rich auditory experience. The project’s hallmark is its ability to capture the essence of human emotions, be it the thrill of first love, the complexities of relationships, or the bittersweet nature of goodbyes. 

Velvet Brew is not just a musical endeavor; My goal is to tell stories. it’s a celebration of life’s moments—capturing the essence of joy, sorrow, and everything in between.