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This morning, I put an old song by Leslie Phillips on my iPod and let it repeat play as I got ready for work. The lyrics really said right what I was feeling. For anyone who might be struggling right now, this song is a great encouragement. In case you are not familiar with the song, here’s the lyrics . . .
I open my eyes to the sound… Continue reading
It’s been quite a while since I put a playlist on the blog. Since iTunes is such a big part of my music habits, it is easy to assume that everyone is on the digital music wave. When I realized that hardly anyone cared about playlists, I stopped doing them. But my reason for doing this one isn’t so much as to educate you as it is to help me… Continue reading
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I’ve been listening to some great music the last few weeks. After quite the drought, I finally have some new CD’s that are well worth a listen. Last week, I posted my thoughts on the new Avalon CD, today I have three more to recommend.
Awaken the Dawn by Keith & Kristyn Getty
This Irish husband and wife duo are excellent with Kristyn providing the gorgeous voice to… Continue reading
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The comteporary Christian music super-group Avalon has been through more cast changes than an extended Broadway show. Now featuring only one original member, the group has still managed to keep it’s signature sound intact through a revolving door of vocalists. Their newest album, Reborn, is the best album in recent years, showing energized vocals and a modern sound that is sure to provide plenty of singles for radio play… Continue reading
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4Him “Bigger than Life”
Bigger Than Life (Click the link to listen to the song.)
Life – sometimes such a bully
It sneaks up and knocks us to the ground
Life – seems to show no mercy
Well It laughs at us and kicks us when we’re down
Well I’ve been there in it’s shadow
And the time has taught me this
If we look over… Continue reading
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No, I’m not here to start up the age-old battle of copy-cat formulaic music vs. fresh original music that doesn’t get airplay. There’s plenty of places for that discussion. I’m talking about the dearth of new music and the breakdown of the recording industry. While the Christian music industry is doing a bit better than mainstream record labels, CDs and concerts are quickly becoming a dying breed.
There are… Continue reading
