Comments on: Songwriters, ungrateful for the stale crumbs we give you http://averyfineline.com/2007/01/22/songwriters-ungrateful-for-the-stale-crumbs-we-give-you/ Criticism and commentary on southern gospel music and culture Wed, 03 Dec 2008 07:21:25 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.3 By: Mickey Mixon http://averyfineline.com/2007/01/22/songwriters-ungrateful-for-the-stale-crumbs-we-give-you/#comment-4646 Mickey Mixon Sat, 27 Jan 2007 19:16:24 +0000 http://averyfineline.com/2007/01/22/songwriters-ungrateful-for-the-stale-crumbs-we-give-you/#comment-4646 As for “unpaid royalties”, you said a mouthful, Bro. As for “awards”, I have worked with and supported hundreds of amateur and semipro SG songwriters, even some pros, since 1988 and no matter what some folks might think/say (and that’s okay) many writers, even some pros, consider awards (such as the SN Fan) as significant mile-markers in their songwriting careers and/or ministries. I respect Gerald and consider him a friend of mine, and though I may not totally understand why he or anyone else would sell or give away a mile-marker (except for charity and such) I can tell you some of us writers would sincerely appreciate being voted for and recipients of such an award simply due to what it means to us, personally. While some may mock the “Award” and despise “SG” some of us value these platforms and the opportunities they provide. Thanks AVFL! As for “unpaid royalties”, you said a mouthful, Bro. As for “awards”, I have worked with and supported hundreds of amateur and semipro SG songwriters, even some pros, since 1988 and no matter what some folks might think/say (and that’s okay) many writers, even some pros, consider awards (such as the SN Fan) as significant mile-markers in their songwriting careers and/or ministries. I respect Gerald and consider him a friend of mine, and though I may not totally understand why he or anyone else would sell or give away a mile-marker (except for charity and such) I can tell you some of us writers would sincerely appreciate being voted for and recipients of such an award simply due to what it means to us, personally. While some may mock the “Award” and despise “SG” some of us value these platforms and the opportunities they provide. Thanks AVFL!

]]> By: JW http://averyfineline.com/2007/01/22/songwriters-ungrateful-for-the-stale-crumbs-we-give-you/#comment-4536 JW Wed, 24 Jan 2007 15:06:31 +0000 http://averyfineline.com/2007/01/22/songwriters-ungrateful-for-the-stale-crumbs-we-give-you/#comment-4536 I don't know if I have a favorite Christian song above others. Not sure where the writers' plaques are, I guess there are a lot of doors needing to be propped! I wouldn't say I'm "not an SG fan", just not a hardcore any more. Too much wading through the bad to find the good and lack of radio stations. No need to get upset, GC, I truly didn't know these awards/plaques/etc. mean basically nothing. greg said, "By the way, Gerald has written many songs that have blessed me and I hope he continues writing and winning awards and selling them if he so desires. " Why would Gerald or anyone want to win awards since you've guys just said they really don't mean anything? Ok, I'm being argumentative here, but still it's amusing to say they are not important but you hope he keeps winning them. But, don't worry guys, I won't tell! I don’t know if I have a favorite Christian song above others. Not sure where the writers’ plaques are, I guess there are a lot of doors needing to be propped!

I wouldn’t say I’m “not an SG fan”, just not a hardcore any more. Too much wading through the bad to find the good and lack of radio stations.

No need to get upset, GC, I truly didn’t know these awards/plaques/etc. mean basically nothing.

greg said, “By the way, Gerald has written many songs that have blessed me and I hope he continues writing and winning awards and selling them if he so desires. ”

Why would Gerald or anyone want to win awards since you’ve guys just said they really don’t mean anything? Ok, I’m being argumentative here, but still it’s amusing to say they are not important but you hope he keeps winning them. But, don’t worry guys, I won’t tell!

]]> By: GC http://averyfineline.com/2007/01/22/songwriters-ungrateful-for-the-stale-crumbs-we-give-you/#comment-4512 GC Tue, 23 Jan 2007 20:08:50 +0000 http://averyfineline.com/2007/01/22/songwriters-ungrateful-for-the-stale-crumbs-we-give-you/#comment-4512 JW, What is your favorite Christian song ever? If the song won any awards, could you tell me where the songwriter has his plaque displayed? Not being a SG fan, I just thought I would ask you that question as a casual observer visiting a SG web site. JW,
What is your favorite Christian song ever? If the song won any awards, could you tell me where the songwriter has his plaque displayed?

Not being a SG fan, I just thought I would ask you that question as a casual observer visiting a SG web site.

]]> By: JW http://averyfineline.com/2007/01/22/songwriters-ungrateful-for-the-stale-crumbs-we-give-you/#comment-4509 JW Tue, 23 Jan 2007 18:44:59 +0000 http://averyfineline.com/2007/01/22/songwriters-ungrateful-for-the-stale-crumbs-we-give-you/#comment-4509 Not being in the music industry and just a casual observer, then what's the point of these supposedly silly things, then? Now I know why I don't listen much to southern gospel anymore. I'm just so unhip! Next time one of these Singing News Awards or other types shows are held I'm going to the movies or watch TV or something. Why waste my money watching someone collect yet another doorstop? Not being in the music industry and just a casual observer, then what’s the point of these supposedly silly things, then?

Now I know why I don’t listen much to southern gospel anymore. I’m just so unhip! Next time one of these Singing News Awards or other types shows are held I’m going to the movies or watch TV or something. Why waste my money watching someone collect yet another doorstop?

]]> By: greg http://averyfineline.com/2007/01/22/songwriters-ungrateful-for-the-stale-crumbs-we-give-you/#comment-4491 greg Mon, 22 Jan 2007 21:26:33 +0000 http://averyfineline.com/2007/01/22/songwriters-ungrateful-for-the-stale-crumbs-we-give-you/#comment-4491 When I first worked with Gary S. Paxton, he used his grammy awards for door stops. I found that very entertaining and realized he was more intent on writing a great song than he was winning the award. There his awards so he can do what he pleases with them. Gerald should not even have to defend himself on that matter. By the way, Gerald has written many songs that have blessed me and I hope he continues writing and winning awards and selling them if he so desires. When I first worked with Gary S. Paxton, he used his grammy awards for door stops. I found that very entertaining and realized he was more intent on writing a great song than he was winning the award. There his awards so he can do what he pleases with them. Gerald should not even have to defend himself on that matter. By the way, Gerald has written many songs that have blessed me and I hope he continues writing and winning awards and selling them if he so desires.

]]> By: DM http://averyfineline.com/2007/01/22/songwriters-ungrateful-for-the-stale-crumbs-we-give-you/#comment-4490 DM Mon, 22 Jan 2007 20:52:04 +0000 http://averyfineline.com/2007/01/22/songwriters-ungrateful-for-the-stale-crumbs-we-give-you/#comment-4490 In Nashville thrift stores you can find plaques from someone's hit. Everything from record companies to Ascap. Someone can get so many awards they get piled up. It is better to sell it to someone who cares. No one outside of gospel music cares. Just like no one cares about a country music award. In Nashville thrift stores you can find plaques from someone’s hit. Everything from record companies to Ascap. Someone can get so many awards they get piled up. It is better to sell it to someone who cares. No one outside of gospel music cares. Just like no one cares about a country music award.

]]> By: Averyfinelinefan http://averyfineline.com/2007/01/22/songwriters-ungrateful-for-the-stale-crumbs-we-give-you/#comment-4489 Averyfinelinefan Mon, 22 Jan 2007 19:41:17 +0000 http://averyfineline.com/2007/01/22/songwriters-ungrateful-for-the-stale-crumbs-we-give-you/#comment-4489 BRAVO Avery!!!!!!!!!!!!! BRAVO Avery!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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