TJ
@mrfixit64857
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Jasper, MO USA
Joined Apr 4, 2007
I’ve always loved music. I think it’s safe to say I have always loved Christian music, too. In fact, I can recall clapping hands and singing along to Ferlin Husky, and “Somebody Touched Me” as my father played it on the Hi-Fi ( That’s what they were really called, back then, because music wasn’t even “stereo” yet) in our living room.
Many many things changed over the years; Music changed, too, and a large portion of it was for the better. I moved on from my father’s “Gospel” records to Christian Rock Operas (Remember “Jesus Christ Superstar” and “GodSpell”?) and then to Contemporary Christian Music, trying to bring the word of God to the ears of the masses, and wandering dangerously close to the edge of slipping into “worldly” behavior in order to keep up those presentations.
In College, I was involved in the College radio program where we rented airtime on a local public station in San Jose, Ca. I saw a good many names come through there that are now gone with the times, but I knew music would continue to be an important influence in the lives of God’s people, just as David played and sang and danced to the Lord so long ago.
In the mid 1980’s I was working in a small Christian station near Tehachapi, CA, and it was there I became host of a weekly 8 hour program called "Gospel Music Roundup".
You can read more about my history HERE:http://gospelmusicroundup.org/about/
My Music
What's going on?
Sep 17, 2008
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What Gospel Music Roundup is all about!
Aug 23, 2008
I love Gospel Music, I have made that pretty clear! But more than that, my page, my podcast, and my life are dedicated to promoting those others who love Gospel Music as well, and sing it for the glory of the Lord! Keep your eye on these blogs, and I will update here when I post a new podcast... many with songs shared by singers I encountered right here on SoundClick. Here are just a few links to recent shows that you are more than welcome to check out! http://gospelmusicroundup.org/2008/07/24/gospel-music-roundup-western-style-part-ii/ http://gospelmusicroundup.org/2008/07/28/gospel-music-roundup-sunday-service-holy-is-the-lord/ http://gospelmusicroundup.org/2008/08/03/gospel-music-roundup-the-missourians-revisited/ http://gospelmusicroundup.org/2008/08/09/gospel-music-roundup-trusting-in-him/ http://gospelmusicroundup.org/2008/08/13/gospel-music-roundup-strong-words-for-a-strong-battle/ http://gospelmusicroundup.org/2008/08/22/gospel-music-roundup-shoutin-glory/ As I said, as I post new shows, I will update you right here! God Bless, and keep on singing!
Crossing over; Our Graduation Day!
Aug 19, 2008
Dave Berland has once again taken a lyric that came to me a couple weeks ago, after the passing of a dear prayer warrior from my church, and transformed it into a truly warm and uplifting song called, "Graduation Day" You see, when I had learned of this passing of one of the most concerned and loving people ever to grace our walls, the immediate thought that came to mind was, "WOW;. She had her Graduation Day!" There is no joy as great as knowing that you will see someone who has moved on again, in heaven. What is even more amazng is that I sent the lyric off to Dave Berland the morning I wrote it, and in the evening, he sent me back what he called, "The rough cut". Tears came to my eyes as I listened, because Dave had used the VERY TUNE I had going through my head as I wrote it, yet I HAD NOT TOLD HIM what I had been hearing! The feeling gave me goosebumps, first for the minor miracle, but also because it confirmed that I had a "God Moment" that morning! You can listen to this song on Dave Berland's page: Song page: http://soundclick.com/share?songid=6772163 Thank you for taking your time and listening to this song that has truly been a blessing to me!
My dreams come true with the help of my friends!
Aug 19, 2008
No, this is not about an old beatles song. This is about true friendship, commitment, and talent. As many of you know, I am close friends with Dave Berland. I could almost say Best Friends, but that title is reserved for others in his life before me, like his wife, and others. Still, I have never known a man like him; Especially one so committed to spreading the Gospel in song! In my radio days, I watched as Christian Music became more and more of a business than a ministry. This caused me great sadness, because I had seen so many great artists come forth with a servant's heart, willing to play to whomever would listen and share in praise. Over the years since, I began to focus on so many artists, like the ones here on soundclick, who just want to get their songs out there to be heard. I wish I had come here even sooner, to be sure. My friendship with Dave Berland has grown to a camaraderie that knows no boundaries. We laugh, we share, and now we even have collaorated on a couple songs! Most recently, we worked across thousands of miles to put out this song, Called "Path Of The Son. I encourage you to check it out on Dave's page, here: Song page: http://soundclick.com/share?songid=6818692 After you listen, please say Hi to Dave, and check out all his other great songs! He has done marvelous works on reworking several of the old Hymns of Faith, and other great collaborations with other SC members along with many of his own original works! He has over 87 listed, and counting. He never ceases to amaze me at how he actively puts up songs faster than most anyone I have seen! Truly he is a gifted and talented man. I have used many of Dave's songs in my Podcast, located at: http://gospelmusicroundup.org Thank you for reading... God bless and rock on... The SOLID ROCK!
Comments
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Acoustic Grace
Dec 20, 2008
Hope you have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year filled with love, joy, peace and beautiful music!
Brett and Rebecca
David Byers
Dec 12, 2008
Hi Brother! Just wanted to drop by and wish you a "Merry Christmas!"
As we enter the season that brings Christmas near,
Our wish for you is a vision that's clear,
A Child born of Mary in Bethlehem town;
Jesus, Messiah from Heaven come down.
We hope that your Christmas is more than merry,
But please don't rush through it in too big if a hurry.
Let us not forget in this busy season,
That for it all, Jesus is truly the Reason.
David & Linda Byers
Acoustic Grace
Nov 28, 2008
Happy Thanksgiving from Acoustic Grace! We just uploaded one of the first songs we ever recorded called Thanksgiving. We hadn't uploaded it before because it's a little rough but it represents what we are thankful for.
lifetracks108
Oct 18, 2008
Hey - thanks for sending the email today - praying for this nation of ours and our future president. God is faithful, always, even in these trying times.
Have a blessed weekend! Jacki
The LORD knows the days of the upright, and their inheritance shall be forever. They shall not be ashamed in the evil time, and in the days of famine they shall be satisfied. Psalm 37:18, 19
Lea A
Oct 04, 2008
Hello Tom!
I am listening to your latest podcast "Gospel Music Roundup". What a great ministry, I really enjoy this "radio program" of yours. Thank you so much...may the Lord continue to bless you in sharing the gospel of Christ with word and music!
Lea
PS. You and Dave Berland are a great team :)
angeladittmar
Oct 04, 2008
Hi Tom
just wanted to stop in and let you know i read your blogs/stories. i hope you continue to have a servants heart and use your talents to bless this world and bring others to HIM.
Blessings,
ang
lifetracks108
Sep 17, 2008
Hi - just thought I'd swing by and say how much I enjoyed you and Dave's song What's Going On - you both hit it right on the head. very well done!!!
Blessings,
Jacki
Acoustic Grace
Sep 17, 2008
Hi Tom,
I just wanted to thank you for adding two of my songs to your Gospel station in the past. I've recently added some new songs plus some vocals to some of my instrumentals. Hope you get a chance to check them out. God Bless!
Brett Richardson (Acoustic Grace)
lifetracks108
Sep 10, 2008
Hey Tom! How've you been? Have missed hearing from you - hope you're doing ok. i have a lot of new stuff on my SC page, check it out! Also wanted to tell you that I just heard path of the son by Dave, fantastic!! Great choice, and I really like this guy's music a lot!! Well, my eyelids are about to slam shut so I'll sign off - keep in touch! Peace et cetera!!!! Jacki P.S. WHERE did you get the AWESOME Background???!!!
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Hi TJ, :) hope all's well with you and you had a great Christmas. I'm wishing you and your loved ones a very happpy and successful 2009. Peace and love Hayley