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March 28th brought us the A
Ragamuffin Band (yes, I meant to write it that way!). So good to hear that
the guys were considering regrouping and touring again. I had requested that
Rick perform "Man of No Reputation" which they all did. This was an
unforgettable morning. Pictured l-r: Rick Elias, me, Jimmy Abegg,
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It had been nearly 28 years since
I had my first LIVE guest (as opposed to WHAT?)... it was
Gary Chapman. Gary, over the years, has proven to be the most enjoyable,
enlightening, and most often requested guest we've had on the show. Always
fascinating stories and a heart I deeply appreciate. Gary's visit was March
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Now THIS guys is a part of
Christian music history! Tim Archer, along with his brother Steve and sister
Janice created some of the most wonderful harmonies as only sibling can! Tim has
a large place in his heart for CCM history as well. He was visiting us on March
14th to promote re-releases of some of the older Archers product as well as the
DVD/CD of "The Beginnings Concert" featuring some of the extraordinary CCM
pioneers. Check this project out at:
www.thebeginningsconcert.com |
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It's so good to have friends you
can count on! I found myself without a guest for the March 7th show and called
my friend Jim Cole. He is always interesting and fun plus he's happy to
play live music for us. The week before, Jim and I had been to visit the
Tennessee Prison for Women, the following Sunday, Jim was performing in Dublin,
Ireland. He's all over the place!!! Visit Jim at
www.jimcoleonline.com |
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I met Rick Altizer about
three years ago. He sent me an email about a project had produced all about
scripture memorization... some REALLY great songs. A few weeks back, he let me
know about his latest project "Life Worship Elements". More simply
wonderful from Rick and his friends. I was pleased to have Rick and some of
these friends on the show on February 28th. We had some live music as well.
Check out this new project at:
www.lifeworshipmusic.com Pictured at left: Dane Allen, me,
Chloe Kohanski, Rick Altizer and Jonnie Wethington. |
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February 14th... Valentine's
Day!!! The weather in Nashville was threatening once again as it did two weeks
ago but by show time we still had no snow. That meant Tammy Trent was
able to make it in to catch us up on where she's been. This lady has been all
over the world singing and sharing what God's been doing in her life. If you
don't know Tammy's story, please find her at
www.tammytrent.com and
learn more about this amazing woman. Pictures at left: (l-r) Anita Rundell
(Tammy's assistant), me, and Tammy Trent. |
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I love hearing from my friend
Chris Eaton. What an incredibly gifted singer/songwriter. The biggest
problem with having Chris on the show is that he lives in ENGLAND and is only in
the states now and then. I was so delighted when he brought his bride in with
him. Abby has an unbelievable voice and I believe we will be hearing much
from her in the future. Find more on Chris and his works at
www.chriseaton.co.uk
and Abby at
www.myspace.com/abbyscottmusic -Feb 7 |
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January 31st was a most unusual
weather day in Nashville. In nearly 30 years of doing a live Sunday morning
radio show, I found myself spending Saturday night at the radio station just to
make sure I could make it to airtime. I had invited Point of Grace to be
on the show that morning. Quite frankly, I was expecting them to call and
cancel... but troopers they are!!! With the help of Shelley's husband David (and
his tank-like SUV) Shelley Breen and Denise Jones were right on
time. Leigh Cappillino did get snowed in and joined us via telephone. POG
had a benefit concert to help the folks in Haiti and a new CD to talk about.
Visit them at
www.pointofgrace.net |
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I received an email from comedian
Jeff Allen (as did all on his mailing list). As a way of celebrating 10
years of his wife Tami remaining cancer-free, he was training for an
upcoming Music City Marathon to raise money for Gilda’s Club. (Founded by
Gilda Radner and Gene Wilder, as Gilda’s last wish, they provide emotional and
social support community for people with cancer and their families.) I invited
Jeff and Tami to come talk about their experience. In addition, we invited folks
to join in and support Jeff in this marathon by donating to this very worthy
cause. Find Jeff at
www.jeffallencomedy.com. -Jan 17 |
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It was just a year ago when
Chonda Pierce visited us to talk about taping a new DVD in Nashville (at the
Ryman Auditorium). Would you believe it's a year later and she's ready to record
ANOTHER DVD?!?!?! Personally, if it means a visit, I wish she would do
several DVDs a year! She is so much fun. Her life-lessons have given her so much
to share and talk about. I love having her on the show. Visit her at
www.chonda.org
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Our first show of 2010 brought us
tradition and a new friend. Steve Camp has been our first guest of the
year for many years. This year we learned this may not be the case any longer.
We learned in our phone conversation with Steve this morning that he has taken
position as senior pastor in Palm City, FL... PLUS he got married this past
year! We made a new
friend. Ginger Millermon made quite an impression bring in her latest
project, "Amazed". She has an amazing story to tell as well.
Please visit her at
www.gingermillermon.com -Jan 3 |
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