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I've known Daniel Butler
since the 106 WLAC-FM days in the mid-80's. He is one of my favorite
people. Daniel is an actor you've seen in several movies, including almost
all of the "Ernest" movies (he was also a writer
in each movie!). Each
year he takes part in the Hope Women's Clinic Run For Life. I invited him
to join us on the last Sunday of 2001.
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There is nothing that compares
with spending time with good people, especially when they are friends!
These folks are among those that I count as friends! What a time we had on
this visit! I hope you get a chance to hear the interview in the Audio
Archives. l-r: David Crabtree, me, Jennifer and Gary
Chapman, and Keith Chapman.
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This man has an incredible
story!
Mitch McVicker was probably one of the most prayed-for people on the
planet in Sept 1997. He was sitting next to Rich Mullins when Rich was
taken home. Mitch almost died himself. His story and music is amazing. I
am a big fan. Please visit
www.mitchmcvicker.com and get a copy of his CD "Chasing The
Horizon".
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Brentwood Academy is a great
school with a wonderful heart! The senior class has promised to build a
house for Habitat For Humanity and planned a "Titan's Titanic Tailgate"
party to raise money to do it. l-r: Mark McFerran (BA), Will
Reiners, Chelsea Roberts, Sarah-James Tripp, me, and
Chris Sidberry.
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I did my first interview with
Petra in 1982. It has been a pure pleasure to know these guys thru
the years and to have the honor of premiering their latest project, "Revival".
During the interview, Frank Breeden, president of the Gospel Music
Association dropped by to tell us about the Hall of Fame Ceremony and
Concert coming up. l-r: John Schlitt, Frank Breeden, me,
Louie Weaver.
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We met Natalie Grant
very briefly at our 21st anniversary show in April. I am so glad she was
able to be with us for a full interview on November 11. I like to ask
artists their most memorable experience performing. I knew, for Natalie,
it HAD to be singing our National Anthem at "Ground Zero" October in New
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Good to his word, Gary
Chapman brought his brand new, home-made project, "Circles and
Seasons", for us to premiere! There is so much of Gary's heart and
life in this great project. During the show, Mark Schultz dropped
by. He had a concert in town that night. pictured l-r: Gary Chapman, Mark
Schultz, and me.
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I've made it clear that
Ceili Rain is my favorite Nashville band! You can't listen to them
without loving their Celtic pop/rock sound. They came in October 28 to
promote a concert that night. l-r: Skip Clevenger, Bob "Buff"
Harmon, Mark , me, Bob Halligan, Raymond Arias,
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Some
traditions are worth keeping... this is one! The Hope Clinic For
Women (formerly Crisis Pregnancy Support Center) and
its Run For Life was coming up and we had "the team" on
hand! l-r: Daniel Butler, Kama Tate (exec dir), me, and Ashley
Stiles (dir of development. (Steve Gilreath had to leave early). -Oct
21
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Jaci
Velasquez is a very busy young lady! Just two days earlier, she had
performed the National Anthem at the White House standing next to
President Bush. The next day was her 22nd birthday and she headed to Los
Angles to voice a character on a Nickelodeon TV show. On this morning,
we played her new Christmas CD. She's here with her dog, Dallas.
-Oct 14
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I
had to show you her pink fuzzy house shoes!
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Rocketown
was a dream of Michael W. Smith's many years ago as a place for kids to
hang out. In the mid-90's it was a reality until it closed 4 years ago .
It very well be a reality again very soon. This is important work folks.
l-r: Shawn Hedegard (COO), me, and Dean Orrico (Exec
Dir). -Oct 7
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It
had been 3 years since our last visit from Point Of Grace...
that's way too long! Near the beginning of their "Free To Fly"
tour with FFH, the ladies dropped by. Shelley Breen (holding
Terry's son Cole), Terry Jones (holding son Luke), me, Denise
Jones, and Heather Payne. -Sept
30
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I
could be satisfied with Phil Keaggy as my guest every Sunday.
Besides his incredible talent as a singer/songwriter and particularly as
a guitar player... he's a wonderfully humble and kind man. I appreciate
my friend Phil. -Sept
23
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It
is always so good to see Michele Pillar! She has such a heart for
people. For example, on this day, Sept 9, she dropped by to talk about a
concert event (with her husband Larry Carlton, Wynonna, Mike Reid and
others) in her town of Leiper's Fork which will raise money for folks in
her county who need help. Isn't that what we are called to do? By the
way... if you have never heard her, this woman can SING!!!
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It is so good
to hear Wes King back again! After a 4 year absence from the
studio, Wes' new release, "What Matters Most" is
a project from his heart to his twin boys, Harrison and Mitch. -Sept
2
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August
12th brought us a visit from Cheri Keaggy. She brought her new
release, "Let's Fly". I so much appreciate Cheri and her
music!
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A
very funny man... comedian, Jeff Allen! We'll be watching for
"Happy Wife, Happy Life" becomes a TV sitcom
mid-season featuring Jeff and his comedy. It is so refreshing to see
some of Jeff's caliber make it! Promoting an upcoming Lighthouse
Coffeehouse appearance is: l-r: Pat Flynn, Jeff Allen, and me. -Aug
5
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I
love my job! This guy is just one very good reason. Gary Chapman
made on of his many-visits-a-year on July 29th. He never ceases to amaze
me, or make me laugh until I wheeze!
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It is always a
blast when Bob Bennett is in town. Besides great, live music, he
is so much fun on the air! I took advantage of his offer to be a part of
the whole 4-hour show.
-July 22
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July
8th brought us Lisa Bevill and George Pendergrass. They
were visiting to promote an upcoming performance at The Lighthouse
Coffeehouse. In addition to music on her CDs, we also played national
jingles which Lisa sang (Doublemint
gum, Toyota, and many more!).
After we took pictures and they were walking out the door, a commercial
came on the air featuring George!
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I
love it when the parents come to town! Such was the case on July 1st
when Eli stopped by for a visit. His mom (Karlene) and step dad
(Dan) were in town from California. GREAT people! I highly recommend
Eli's latest CD, "Now The News".
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What a
singer/songwriter!!! On June 24th, we finally got a visit from Kyle
Matthews. He's written songs recorded by Ginny Owens, Bob Carlisle,
Donny McClurken and many others. Get his CD at his web site: www.kylematthews.com
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Sheila
Walsh has come such a long way from Ayr, Scotland to Nashville. It's
also been a long journey in her very full life which has taken her from
"new wave" recording artist, co-host of CBN's 700 Club, and
currently a regular participant in the "Women
Of Faith" conferences. I not only love her voice (she talks
funny!), but to hear her speak from the depths and rich places God has
taken her. -May 27
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You will find
these guys on our 21st anniversary show page. Two Or More is made
up of 3 brothers: Walter, Eddie, and Renatto Aquas. Their great live
music was enhanced with a little help from friends. Pictured at left
l-r: Eddie, Pat Flynn, Glen Kimberlin (bass), Chris
Mason, me, Renatto, and Walter Aquas. At right: the
guys at play! -May 20
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Celebrating
the release of "WORD GOLD- 5 Decades of Hits",
author and CCM historian Thom Granger came by to play several
cuts from this double-CD release. We were even able to sneak in a little
Dave Boyer! -May
6
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Jim Cole
dropped by for a visit on April 8 (Palm Sunday) to plug a concert at the
Lighthouse Coffeehouse. www.jimcole.org
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Just days
before this show, I was thrilled to get a call that Rachael Lampa
was going to be in town for the weekend. She was in midst of rehearsing
for a big tour with Plus One and Stacie Orrico.
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I sure do appreciate this
young lady. This is Jeni Varnadeau! She and her husband, Rory
came by on March 18th to play Jeni's latest, "Tracing His
Hand". You can visit Jeni at her web site at www.jenivarnadeau.com
and you can see her husband's "Big Band" at www.dancebandcentral.com
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March 4th brought us
something we'd never experienced... a double world premiere! Greg
Long's CD, "Now" was to release in two
days and Erin O'Donnell's "No Place So Far"
two weeks later. The duo were shortly setting out on a joint promo tour
with their label, WORD Records. Recent big changes in both of their
lives; Erin and her husband Brad had a baby (Quinn Grace) last April and
Greg married the former Jana Potter (from Avalon) last May.
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Hope House International
held a benefit concert featuring some very special people. It was hosted
by Jonathan Pierce (left) and featured a new friend Marty Roe
from the country group, Diamond Rio. Jonathan and Marty made it a great
morning. -Feb 18
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February 11th brought us an
old friend and a new one. Steve Camp dropped by with his pastor,
Dr. Dave Harrell to talk about Gatekeepers Ministries and upcoming
events in the Nashville area. On the phone, we heard from Paul
Overstreet, Scott & Christine Dente', and Dick & Mel Tunney.
l-r: Dr Harrell, me, Steve Camp.
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What a show! I
want to be the President of the Ceili Rain Fan Club! The people
and music of this group are as infectious as can be. I am certainly
hooked! As an added bonus, there was lots of live music! On top of that,
Phil Keaggy dropped by to talk about an upcoming concert and we
got a live song from Phil AND Ceili Rain. Top picture, l-r: Gretchen
Priest, Phil Keaggy, me, Bob Halligan, Jr., Chris
Eddy, Raymond Arias, Buddy Connolly, Skip
Cleavinger, and Bob
Harmon.
Middle pic: Ceili Rain gets "Jigorous"
Bottom pic: Phil Keaggy and Ceili Rain sing, "I've Just Seen
A Face". -Jan
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