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Larnelle Live: More Than Wonderful

There are really no words in the English vocabulary to accurately do justice in describing Larnelle Live, but I'll try.

These songs have been ingrained into me from the time I was 4 years old, and now 25 years later they are still just as inspired and anointed. Every song during the "classic hits" medley was like running into old friends, some that I haven't seen in years. 

How are you, I Can Begin Again? Good to see you, In It After All! What have you been up to, Friends In High Places? I missed you, I Miss My Time With You. 

What an awesome journey down memory lane with Steve Green and the vocals of Steve Amerson were inspiring!

And what can be said of the incomparable Sandi Patty? Before the foundation of the world, God decided He would bring the two of you together to vocally craft I've Just Seen Jesus into the greatest musical account of His Son's resurrection in history. Your chemistry together is no coincidence. And my heart smiles to see you both reunited on this stage tonight, performing the song as if it were the first time.

Thank you, Larnelle, for a soul sweeping journey through your decorated music career, and the ministry that God has so mightily blessed you with. Thank you for being faithful to Him and His calling on your life.

It was a night that was not just wonderful, but More Than Wonderful!

Eagles "Long Road Out of Eden" tour continues

Eagles Tour Promo 2009

Here's a promo video on the Eagles' "Long Road Out of Eden" tour, which round up the U.S. shows in May. I was present for their stop in New Orleans and the experience (being my third time to see them live) did not disappoint.

If you have a chance to catch them, you won't regret it.

Here's the playlist for the show after the jump (for those fans who want to be surprised)

Monday, Monday

NOW PLAYING ON THE MENTAL JUKEBOX:

(in honor of the start of a new week)

Monday, Monday
by John Phillips (The Mamas and the Papas)

Monday, Monday
So good to me
Monday mornin', it was all I hoped it would be
Oh Monday mornin', Monday mornin' couldn't guarantee
That Monday evenin' you would still be here with me

Monday, Monday, can't trust that day
Monday, Monday, sometimes it just turns out that way
Oh Monday mornin' you gave me no warnin' of what was to be
Oh Monday, Monday, how could you leave and not take me

Hillsong Live 2007: Savior King

I equate listening to a new CD to reading a new book: it's always best to progess through the songs in order without skipping around.

However, that idea usually flies out the window when the new Hillsong album comes out each year.

Savior King, Hillsong's 2007 live worship album just came in the mail, and my anticipation can barely be contained.

Though the following statement could be made each time a new worship project from Hillsong is released, this one really seems like "their best effort yet."

Just a glance at the authors of the 14 new songs reveals the heart of this project: preparing the next generation of worship leaders at Hillsong Church through "team song writing". Seasoned musicians like Darlene Zschech, Reuben Morgan, Marty Sampson and Ray Badham are joining with newer faces like Mia Fieldes, Ben Fielding, Matt Crocker (to name a few) to write unbelievably inspired music.

Where two or three are gathered together in my Name, there am I in the midst of them.– Matt. 18:20

(I'll have a future post with more detailed thoughts after I have time to listen to the new album)

A Police Grammy Reunion

For those of you who missed the Grammy's last night (and from what I saw, you didn't miss much), I've decided to post the main highlight of the evening: a historic performance of "Roxanne" from the recently reunited Police.

In addition, the five-time Grammy award winning group announced today that they are going back on tour beginning on May 28th!

Irish Salsa Makes Life Better

My good friend and aspiring politician Brent Newberry has recently been on the move here in Florida. This guy was practically my neighbor (since he was always around) freshman year in Whittington, and ever since I gave him the nickname "Latino Heat," we've been buds. When he's not rubbing shoulders with John McCain and Trent Lott, you can find him performing in his self-titled band. You can read all of his musings at Irish Salsa, as Brent spreads Latino flavor wherever he goes. Enjoy!

NBC Joins in Christian Bashing Fun

Fresh off her rejected trip to outer space proposal, Madonna is now working on securing a new platform for her blasphemous gyrations of abomination: the National Broadcasting Company.

"Everyone" Track List

More news on Reuben Morgan's new album from Five Lines:

OCTOBER 2 is the Australian launch of EVERYONE. Featuring the songs Reuben has written across the past 2 years such as the brand new All For You, Mighty To Save, Let Creation Sing and Emmanuel and well loved classics Eagles Wings, What the Lord Has Done and Still.

Outer Space Rejects Madonna

Well this is really heart breaking news...looks like the aliens won't get to witness her new crucifixion stunt...

Proposal for Madonna Space Trip Rejected

Madonna will not be sent into space, despite a lawmaker's proposal to book a seat for the pop star on a Russian flight to the international space station, news agencies reported Wednesday.

State Duma member Alexei Mitrofanov, referring to Madonna's reported expression of desire to become a "space tourist," proposed that the lower house of parliament send a formal inquiry to the Russian space agency about organizing a space trip for her in 2008.

Reuben Morgan's "Everyone"

The wait is almost over for the highly anticipated release of Reuben Morgan's second solo album! Entitled "Everyone," the album will be released on October 2nd in Australia, and will make it's way to the States in November.  I'm really interested to see the ratio of original songs vs revamps of Reuben Morgan classics. According to FiveLines.com, samples are forthcoming...let the countdown begin!