The trip to the ER felt endless. I was terrified of what weād find outāand part of me wanted to turn around and pretend none of it was happening. When Brent stopped twitching for a moment, I almost did. But something deeper told me: keep going.
At Lovelace and the Heart Hospital in Albuquerque, the doctors and nurses were incredible. They treated us with care and respect when we needed it most.
This healing journey hasnāt just been Brentāsāitās touched all of us.
The day we returned home and he stepped into the studio to sing, I completely fell apart. I hadnāt known if Iād ever hear that voice again. Music is Brentās passionāitās part of who he is.
Some of my favorite moments in life are spent with him in the studioārehearsing, singing, doing livestreamsānot for an audience, but because we love it. Seeing him light up on stage or during a stream makes everything feel right. And Iāll admitā¦ I was scared of losing that, of losing *us* in that way.
Recovery hasnāt been easy, especially with his hand and arm. He goes to physical and occupational therapy twice a week, and we do exercises and massage together every day at home.
He doesnāt always notice the small improvements. But I do.
Every time he moves a finger, grips something, or bends his wrist a little further, I see progress. I see strength. I see him.
We couldnāt have completed the shower project without him. His helpāhis presenceāmeant everything.
I know Brent doesnāt always feel like himself these days. But I see his light in every little victory. I see the man I love, growing stronger, even when he doesnāt see it himself.
And through all of this, Iāve realized something:
**I love him even more than I ever knew.**
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2 Months After His StrokeāBrent Sings “Another Man’s Grave” & Proves Music Heals!
2-Month Stroke Recovery Update ā Brent (aka Advocatus Diaboli)
Itās been two months since Brent, known to many as Advocatus Diaboli, experienced a life-altering series of strokesāthree in total. After emergency surgery to repair the carotid artery in his neck and a long hospital stay, recovery has been slow but steady. We are filled with hope as each small milestone adds up to something powerful.
Brent can now grip objects with his hand again. Heās feeling more sensation and, along with it, more paināespecially in the shoulder. According to his doctor, thatās a normal part of healing. As the brain rewires and reconnects, itās re-teaching the nerves what those signals mean. Unfortunately, because the strokes went undiagnosed for a period, his shoulder muscles atrophied. This caused it to start dislocating with certain movements. But with physical therapy (and soon occupational therapy), we expect pain to decrease and strength to return.
The road has been toughāphysically and emotionally. Sleepless nights, trial-and-error exercises, and research-based movement routines have all become part of our daily rhythm. We discovered that lymphatic massages and simple exercises like thumb-to-finger touches helped Brent retrain his hand. Every small improvement is celebrated.
One thing that hasnāt changed? Brentās passion for music.
Live performances have continued throughout his recoveryānot just as art, but as therapy. Theyāre a source of connection, healing, and hope. Our shows are never about moneyātheyāre about sharing joy, weirdness, and a love of community through music and storytelling.
Brent sang Amigo The Devil āAnother Manās Graveā two days after surgeryāand again two months later. This emotional performance reflects not just his talent, but his resilience. You can watch that powerful moment below.
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From Stroke to Stage: Advocatus Diaboli Returns for Open Mic Night in the Desert!
Back at It: Open Mic Night with Advocatus Diaboli ā May 25th at Ka-Hoon Campground
Itās been a challenging journey, but Brentāalso known as **Advocatus Diaboli**āis on the road to recovery. Following his stroke, each day brings a little more strength, a bit more movement, and renewed energy. While he’s still healing and tires easily, heās determined to reconnect with the music and community that bring him to life.
In celebration of his progress and the desire to get back to doing what we love, **weāre hosting an Open Mic Night on Sunday, May 25th** at **Ka-Hoon Campground and Event Center** in the New Mexico desert.
This event is **free to attend**, with **camping available at just \$12 per night** (up to 5 people per site). Whether youāre a seasoned performer or just want to relax under the desert stars and listen, all are welcome.
**Canāt make it in person?** No problem! Weāll be livestreaming the event on our **TikTok channel (@ColquhounEntertainment)** so you can watch, support, or even join in remotely.
This is more than just an open micāit’s a moment to reconnect, celebrate resilience, and support local artists. Brent may not be 100%, but his passion for music and community is stronger than ever.
**Join us May 25th for music, connection, and healingālive from the heart of the desert.**
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Advocatus Diaboliās 3-Week Stroke Recovery Update: From Surgery to Singing Again
Advocatus Diaboliās 3-Week Stroke Recovery Update: From Surgery to Singing Again
Itās been three weeks since Brent, the man behind **Advocatus Diaboli**, experienced a stroke that changed everythingābut not his spirit. Weāre proud to share that his recovery is coming along steadily, and one of the most powerful tools aiding his progress has been something close to his heart: *music*.
This week, Brentāstill recoveringāperformed **”Another Man’s Grave” by Amigo the Devil**, and the results are nothing short of inspiring. From just two days after surgery to now, Brent has been singing his way through recovery. His vocal strength and emotional presence are growing stronger with each performance, and you can follow that journey on the **Advocatus Diaboli and the Grim Leafer Band** YouTube channel.
Music has been more than therapyāitās been a lifeline. Every week, weāre sharing updates on Brentās progress, and his resilience continues to shine through each note, lyric, and beat.
**Catch the latest video update and see how far Brent has comeāfrom the hospital bed to the stage.**
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Stroke Survivor Sings Again: One Week Update Singing “Another Man’s Grave” by Amigo the Devil
**Two weeks ago, we were told Advocatus Diaboli might never sing again.**
One week ago, he sang *āAnother Manās Graveā* by Amigo The Devil ājust two days after surgery.
Today, weāre sharing a one-week update with the same song, showing just how far heās come.
From stroke diagnosis to surgery, to singing againāhis strength, determination, and love for music have carried him through.
**Watch the recovery. Hear the difference. Feel the hope.**
Support local music, celebrate resilience, and be part of the journey.
**Advocatus Diaboli and the Grim Leafer Band**
Live. Raw. Real.
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