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Re-Issue Oddities: “Gold City Live” (1982)
When Benson Records decided to release two classic live albums on a single disc, they made some interesting editing choices to get them both to fit…then carried those edits over to other formats.
Thankful for Rest
Then God blessed them, and God said to them, “Be fruitful and multiply; fill the earth and subdue it; have dominion over the fish of the sea, over the birds of the air, and over every living thing that moves on the earth.” ~Genesis 1:28 Contrary to what some may...
News Nuggets: 7-25-25
It’s Friday, which means it’s time for NewsNuggets!
The Inspirations – “Touring that City” (1973)
The Inspirations had enjoyed tremendous success prior to 1973, but this album solidified their place as one of the greatest quartets in our genre, and also presented them with their first #1 song! Check it out…
News Nuggets: 7-18-25
It’s Friday, which means it’s time for NewsNuggets!
REVIEWS
The Hemphills – “Ready to Leave” (1974)
1974 was the start of really big things for the Hemphills, as their music really began gaining some major traction. “Ready to Leave” was a tremendous album for the group and was only the beginning of great thing!
The Hemphills – “In Action” (1973)
The Hemphills’ only release for 1973, was this live gem, that was originally released independently before being picked up by Heartwarming Records. It’s a wonderfully raw and genuine live album, showcasing the Hemphills “In Action”!
The Hemphills – “Sweet Zion’s Song” (1972)
For their last album on Canaan, the Hemphills released “Sweet Zion’s Song” during the second half of 1972. A mix of newly penned Hemphill tunes along with popular cover tunes of the day, it was a unique mix of songs, all done in typical Hemphill style!
The Hemphills – “Make Mine Gospel” (1972)
As we come to the year of my birth (1972), the Hemphills released this great album which featured several wonderful songs including “I’ll Soon Be Gone”, “Preacher’s Boy” and “I Want to See Jesus”. Check it out…
The Inspirations – “What a Wonderful Time” / “From the Heart of the Great Smokies” / “He’s Our Guide” (1967)
These next 3 albums, you hear the Inspirations really coming into their own, vocally, as they work to create their own musical identity. Listening to these albums is truly a treat, hearing the youthfulness of their sound. Check out the article, and listen to the albums yourself on You Tube!
The Inspirations – “Our Pioneer Heritage” / “Cool Water” / “Just as Long as Eternity Rolls” (1966)
The Inspirations will be our next group/topic of discussion, as we comb through 35 years of music from 1966 through 2001. In this first article, we’re talking about their first 3 albums from 1966. Check it out!
HISTORY
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Which part are you really singing?
When they say “sing like a woman,” what does that really mean?
On the Couch with Fouch: Catch-Up!!
I've been quite negligent in posting the latest On the Couch sessions, but I no longer have any excuses since I have quit my "day job" and joined the ranks of the "retired folks!" So for those of you that haven't already seen these inteviews, here is a catch-up on...
VIEWS AND COMMENTARY
#NewsNuggets: 5-4-18
Change for Bob Sellers/Kingsmen, a new video, and more!
Music Biz Monday: The Death Of “Fillers”
Are CD’s trying to compete or work in tandem with streaming music?
#NewsNuggets: 4-20-18
Were you wondering why the Martins jumped from a perfectly good airplane?
SONY’S DEVOTIONS
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Thank God for Spring
"I wish it could be spring every day," my niece commented. So do I, I thought. But being older, I am aware that if we did not have winter, we would take spring for granted like we do so many other things in our lives. God designed seasons for a reason, and I, for one,...
The Year of Vision? Maybe Not.
Most of my life, I have been blessed with great vision. In fact, in spite of being almost 47 years old, I still do not wear glasses or contacts, although I did buy a pair of glasses last fall to help me read the small print on pill bottles. I probably wouldn't have...
Fear Not Tomorrow
What a week! How quickly everyone went from living normal lives to flooding stores and cancelling major events. It's been interesting watching responses to the Coronavirus. Some are concerned while others think it's all a lot of hype and are annoyed that they cannot...