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The Downings – “This is How it Is…Live!” (1971)
One of the greatest live albums from the 70’s was this little gem from the Downings, released in 1971. Check out this latest review from James and relive the magic of this exciting live concert!
#NewsNuggets: 5-26-23
Off to the races and MORE in News Nuggets!
The Downings – “Once More…with Feeling” (1971)
“Once More…with Feeling” was one of the Downings lesser known albums, as it was sandwiched between 2 of their most popular albums in the repertoire. Nonetheless, the album is a spectacular piece of music filled with lots of feeling and emotion.
#NewsNuggets: 5-19-23
A ring for Autumn and MORE in this episode of NewsNuggets!
The Downings – “This is the Day” (1970)
“This is the Day” was the Downings’ 2nd release for 1970 and featured their dynamic hit song, “I’ve Got Confidence”, along with several concert favorites. Take a moment and check out James’ latest review…
REVIEWS
The Downings – “This is How it Is…Live!” (1971)
One of the greatest live albums from the 70’s was this little gem from the Downings, released in 1971. Check out this latest review from James and relive the magic of this exciting live concert!
The Downings – “Once More…with Feeling” (1971)
“Once More…with Feeling” was one of the Downings lesser known albums, as it was sandwiched between 2 of their most popular albums in the repertoire. Nonetheless, the album is a spectacular piece of music filled with lots of feeling and emotion.
The Downings – “This is the Day” (1970)
“This is the Day” was the Downings’ 2nd release for 1970 and featured their dynamic hit song, “I’ve Got Confidence”, along with several concert favorites. Take a moment and check out James’ latest review…
The Downings – “Happiness is the Downings” (1970)
With the dawning of a new decade, the Downings were on the cusp of great things. With “Happiness” as their theme, they released this marvelous album in 1970. Check it out…
The Downings – “This is How it Is…Live!” (1971)
One of the greatest live albums from the 70’s was this little gem from the Downings, released in 1971. Check out this latest review from James and relive the magic of this exciting live concert!
The Downings – “Once More…with Feeling” (1971)
“Once More…with Feeling” was one of the Downings lesser known albums, as it was sandwiched between 2 of their most popular albums in the repertoire. Nonetheless, the album is a spectacular piece of music filled with lots of feeling and emotion.
HISTORY
My 2023 SGMA Hall Of Fame Nominations
DBM’s 2023 nominations for the SGMA Hall Of Fame.
My 2022 SGMA Hall Of Fame Nominees
The Southern Gospel Music Association is currently accepting nominees for the Hall Of Fame. Each member of the SGMA is asked to submit two living and two deceased individuals for consideration. Three of my 2022 nominees are the same as my 2021 nominees. (My other...
The Bakkers, PTL, and Southern Gospel Music
Aside from their very public downfall, Jim and Tammy Faye Bakker had a large (and mutual) impact on southern gospel music.
The Originals: He Touched Me
Hear the original recording of “He Touched Me.”
My 2023 SGMA Hall Of Fame Nominations
DBM’s 2023 nominations for the SGMA Hall Of Fame.
My 2022 SGMA Hall Of Fame Nominees
The Southern Gospel Music Association is currently accepting nominees for the Hall Of Fame. Each member of the SGMA is asked to submit two living and two deceased individuals for consideration. Three of my 2022 nominees are the same as my 2021 nominees. (My other...
VIEWS AND COMMENTARY
My 2023 SGMA Hall Of Fame Nominations
DBM’s 2023 nominations for the SGMA Hall Of Fame.
Are Digital Compilations Pointless?
One side effect of this digital revolution is that every song released is essentially a single. This is where I can’t help but question if compilations are now outdated.
#NewsNuggest: 4-1-2023
NEWS OF THE WEEK After months of speculation and inquiries, Gold City officially announced this week that Brian Free and Ivan Parker have departed from the group. New members will be announced "soon." The Booth Brothers, Jim & Melissa Brady, and Buddy Mullins'...
SONY’S DEVOTIONS
Palm Sunday Thoughts 2023
Palm Sunday. The day we remember the throngs of people who worshiped Jesus as they waved palm branches, shouting, "Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!" Yet it wasn't long before these same people were shouting, "Crucify Him!" How could their adoration so...
Man Makes His Plans
On Tuesday, my brother and I were driving home from New Jersey. We were scheduled to stay with friends in Ohio but not long after we crossed the Ohio border, my brother felt like we could make it home. We both liked that thought since we could then have Wednesday to...
Remember!
"If you should say in your heart, 'These nations are greater than I; how can I dispossess them?'--you shall not be afraid of them, but you shall remember well what the LORD your God did to Pharaoh and to all Egypt." ~Deuteronomy 7:17-18 Remembering. It seems like...
Turn Your Burdens to Prayer
I confess that I am guilty of taking way too many burdens upon myself. Family members who don't know the Lord, others making bad decisions, some having financial difficulty ... you name it, I feel it, and it can literally affect my health. In Matthew 11:28-30 Jesus...
Looking Forward
"Brethren, I do not count myself to have apprehended; but one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those things which are ahead, I press toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus" (Philippians...
Come Worship the King
Still through the cloven skies they come With peaceful wings unfurled And still their heavenly music floats O'er all the weary world; Above its sad and lowly plains They bend on hovering wing. And ever o'er its Babel sounds The blessed angels sing. ~from It Came Upon...
There’s Power in Prayer
I've been thinking lately of some of the prayers that God has answered for me--both recently and in times past. I can also think of some that He hasn't, but I am increasingly convinced of the truth of James 4:2: "You do not have because you do not ask." It's also true...
Thankful for God’s Mercy
In reading through Exodus, I am struck by God's mercy--even to Egyptians who had no regard for Him whatsoever. Emphasis is often placed on the plagues that God sent their way, but more often than not, He warned them of what was to come if they continued to disregard...
Palm Sunday Thoughts 2023
Palm Sunday. The day we remember the throngs of people who worshiped Jesus as they waved palm branches, shouting, "Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!" Yet it wasn't long before these same people were shouting, "Crucify Him!" How could their adoration so...
Man Makes His Plans
On Tuesday, my brother and I were driving home from New Jersey. We were scheduled to stay with friends in Ohio but not long after we crossed the Ohio border, my brother felt like we could make it home. We both liked that thought since we could then have Wednesday to...
Remember!
"If you should say in your heart, 'These nations are greater than I; how can I dispossess them?'--you shall not be afraid of them, but you shall remember well what the LORD your God did to Pharaoh and to all Egypt." ~Deuteronomy 7:17-18 Remembering. It seems like...