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In preparation for my flight to Louisville tomorrow and my weekend with a rental car (that may or may not have satellite radio), I’m in the middle of furiously attempting to rip a shoulder-high stack of cds I’ve accumulated over the past year onto my iPod so I’ll have plenty of listening material/distractions from any […]

This just in: Legacy Five is looking for a tenor (and, yes, I’ve confirmed this with the L5 office; Seamans will hang around till the replacement is in place). So whom have you heard this week who might be a good addition to L5?
Consider this your place to discuss that and continue any other NQC […]

Almost Morning*
The Perrys
Daywind, 2009
ALI: 40%
There is no single formula for success in southern gospel when it comes to new music, but in general, most new material that succeeds does so on the basis of how well it makes the listener think or feel. It’s the difference between the head and the heart.
Of course most good […]

Reader jbb reminds me that it’s almost here:
NQC starts in 2 days, well, 3 days for me.  We purchased the live broadcast and for anyone who cares, we shoot the webcast on our wall and sit back and enjoy every evening with the 4 f’s..family, friends, food and fellowship.  I can’t wait.
Just out of curiosity, […]

As of this morning the southern gospel survey I posted last week has attracted over 500 responses. Thank you. It will remain active until I have some dedicated chunks of time to devote to data analysis, but in the meantime, I hope you’ll continue to consider forwarding the link to anyone who hasn’t taken it […]

As part of the book project I’m currently working on, I’m conducting some research into common attitudes and beliefs about southern gospel music aimed at fans and professionals (performers and non-performers alike, full or part-time). It takes about 15-20 minutes at one sitting. I’d be extraordinarily grateful if you’d complete it. If you’re willing to […]