Music Review – Polls, Woodstock and That’s What She/He Said

“For years, I’ve heard people say, ‘That’s what she said & well…’she’ sounds like a super freak. I hope one day we’ll meet. That’s what I said.”
- Jerrod Niemann (via Twitter)
Mr. Niemann used a saying made famous by “The Office” to crack me up earlier this week. Plus, it made me wonder some things. [...]

Music Review – Planned Surprises, College Football and Justin Bieber

“Expect the best, plan for the worst and prepare to be surprised.” – Denis Waitley

I have discovered that we either spend too much time making plans or do not take enough time to map out our future. I have also discovered both instances can be damaging.

Planning for success allows it to happen. However, [...]

Music Review – Broken Windows, Relaxation and Wake Up Calls

“And when my mind is free, you know a melody can move me. And when I’m feeling blue, the guitar’s coming through to soothe me. Thanks for the joy that you’ve given me. I want you to know I believe in your songs. Your rhythm and rhyme and harmony…You’ve helped me along. You’re makin’ me [...]

July 2010 Featured Artist – Matt Ramsey

Bruce Springsteen once said, “The best music is essentially there to provide you something to face the world with.”

Enter Matt Ramsey…the guy who has an arsenal of songs where music lovers can seek protection from the harsh realities of life, bask in the memories of good [...]

Music Review – Freedom, Communication and Jerry McGuire

*Cue Music* “Free Fallin’” by Tom Petty

“I began writing what they call a mission statement. Not a memo…a mission statement. You know a suggestion for the future of our company. A night like this doesn’t come along very often…I seized it.” -Jerry Maguire

It’s been 14 years since the first time I saw “Jerry Maguire” and [...]

June 2010 Featured Artist – Shanna Crooks

Aretha Franklin once said, “Being a singer is a natural gift. It means I’m using to the highest degree possible the gift that God gave me to use.”

Not only does Shanna Crooks use her vocal talents to impress and inspire, she sings in a way that lends to only one description. She is a [...]

Music Review – CMA Fan Fest Part II, Dads and Risk It If…

Amelia Earhart once said, “Decide whether or not the goal is worth the risks involved. If it is, stop worrying…”

She was a wise one that Amelia. Right girls?

Risks. They are scary. They are necessary. They are real. They are a part of every, single part of life that truly means something. Therefore, sometimes [...]

Music Review – Success, Tiffany (Yes, that one) and CMA Fan Fest Part I

“Success: To laugh often and much; to win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children; to earn the appreciation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends; to appreciate beauty; to find the best in others; to leave the world a bit better, whether by a healthy child, a garden [...]

Music Review – Simon Says, Umpires and Laughter

Hugh Sidey once said, “A sense of humor is needed armor. Joy in one’s heart and some laughter on one’s lips is a sign that the person down deep has a pretty good grasp of life.”

This week we will focus on smiles and laughter because…because…Well, because I said so. So here we go…

LAUGH…about [...]

Music Review – City of Dreams, Sweet Alabama and Listen to This

John Marshall once said, “To listen well is as powerful a means of communication and influence as to talk well.”
This blog’s soundtrack is brought to you by Kelly Clarkson (“If No One Will Listen”).
Listen to this…“City of Dreams.” You know in a city full of amazingly talented musicians, some great music was bound to be [...]