John Matteson
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johnmatteson
Sep 02, 2023
What really helped my finger picking was playing banjo (My Son got me one about 5 or six years ago). I looked on YouTube and found this guy teaching a “frailing” style I think it was called. So the banjo forced me to stop using only a pick and start using all my fingers especially my thumb when picking guitar or playing slide. Never really figured out the whammy bar like Mark Schuster or Gary Ramsey, those guys are monsters on the guitar.
johnmatteson
Aug 30, 2023
It is really refreshing how you can play by ear. I do the same as I don’t know how to read music, I just know where the root note is and go from there. So happy you are diggin writing some stuff here, it’s really cool!
johnmatteson
Aug 30, 2023
Kath so stoked with all the work you’ve done on these tunes. I really like the sound we are getting. Lord bless you and your Mom!
johnmatteson
Aug 29, 2023
Amen, the Lord needs to be Lord. He is in control. I need to submit to Him and walk in step with Him. His way is right and it is in the light of the truth. Holy Spirit have your way this day that I may be pleasing in your sight through the blood of Jesus. Let all darkness run at the spark of Your light. Use us this day for your purpose and your will. In Jesus Name I pray.. Amen
johnmatteson
Aug 27, 2023
Very cool Kath. Staying close to the Lord is what it all about. Let Him lead and stay out of the way of what He is doing. Let Him be our guide. He is worthy of our praise!
KaththeLastLostSongbird
Aug 26, 2023
Its strange you know alot of people put down Brian Simmons translation of the Passion TRanslation they call him a false prophet but I read His devotionals and feel so much peace from reading them.... I research through 3 bibles ... THE AMPLIFIED BIBLE , THE TREE OF LIFE TRANSLATION , and the PASSION TRANSLATION ..... because Brian is so in love with the LORD he truly is sincere in his approach....that was my first bible....and I am so grateful for it... Brians way is passionate wording towards the glory and revelatory word of GOD... it holds my heart in comfort.. but the new bible the TREE OF LIFE is truly Hebrew....in a way Im able to comprehend....sometimes I get confused always want to understand rightly..THE HOLY SPIRIT has really laid it on my heart even moreso now to PRaise GOD in my music and not lean toward my emotional feelings the world puts me through....I realized why GOD wants us close I get it. because of the spirits of AIR that distract from holiness and GOD...
johnmatteson
Aug 25, 2023
Tree Of Life Translation sounds interesting . That is cool you read different translations. My Dad gave me a King James Bible and I really like the old English it uses, very poetic.
KaththeLastLostSongbird
Aug 03, 2023
SO I bought the TREE OF LIFE TRANSLATION which is a Hebrew bible... translated in english.. its beautiful... I find aramaic beautiful too but its hard to process for me but truly Jesus Yeshua had me at shalom.......I always thought I was all ITalian but I find not so I resonate more with the middle eastern....I praise GOD for both as I love being Italian as well........but Ive had trouble with understanding how to go about studying revelation..... so once again with the HOly SPirits counsel in my heart I know I can do this finally.....I realized taking it literally was my problem... I realized the quality coming from the symbols are chalk filled with revelatory meanings... I finally am slowly beginning to understand ......I keep going back and forth through researching old and new testament findings.....
KaththeLastLostSongbird
Aug 03, 2023
JOhn shes home now.. its so strange she loved the place she was in.... it was such a blessing for her she says but she wanted to get home... there but by the grace of GOD she is walking again.... see my momma is a strong yet feeble little feisty Italian woman and sweet at the same time everybody loves her...and IM so grateful I still have her all 94 years of her with me......its not easy livin here though I have conflict with my brother who is a staunch athiest along with his wife.... I dont bother her but she sure bothers me ....SHe despises Christians its not easy....thank fully they leave and I can play and sing my heart out.....and relax..again THank you for being such a good friend to me praying for me and mama.....I miss the beach intensely.....I dont drive and Im in the desert far from the waters of the Ocean brine......salty sea......GOD BLESS YOU JOHN... oh I just bought new bible the TREE OF LIFE TRANSLATION. . IM italian... but we found out Dads Israeli Persian Jew....so....
johnmatteson
Jul 31, 2023
Hi Kath, so happy you spend time with the Lord. I also like to spend time in God’s word every morning and this inspires my songwriting. My wife Susanne and I have been praying for your mom and you, she is a prayer warrior and spends a lot of time in prayer. I used to surf a lot and hope to get back down there soon, but lately I’ve just been focusing on music and work. Lord bless you Kath, and know we are praying for you guys.
KaththeLastLostSongbird
Jul 26, 2023
so basically I am pretty much a loner save the time I spend with Jesus and my 10 bibles.....my favorite is the Passion translation.....because the interpretation is so heart felt and I know its translator well.....so when not immersed in promises I am tending mama or drawing or playing or singing musica.......music.....THIs has been so helpful as I play by ear and sing by heart.....and I still cant beleive its me that is blest......to do so......it has gotten me through so much........alot of my old followers have left me in the dust because of Jesus in my music......hes all over it......but the tried and true have stayed......Jesus has blessed me with this mysterious treasure... a mysterium of total reverie and bliss.......as Im guessing yours is surfing........ thank you for your kindness to pray for me and mama I shall never forget that GOD laid it on your heart to pray so boldly from your heart.... GOD BLESS YOU......much love and light Kath
KaththeLastLostSongbird
Jul 26, 2023
John my heart is so warmed by your prayer to my mom and I I cant tell you how I was so moved that you would openly pray for me... I am dearly touched.....GOD BLESS YOU...... its like you all came to my rescue.... at my humble page.......I sat yesterday with the Lord reading scripture promises......Shaddai was hovering over me .... I felt GOD so strong...... thank you so much for your prayer.......I live in a disharmonious situation among staunch athiests who dont forgive dont like prayer and hate Jesus... they are my bro and inlaw I caregive here with my mama.... who is the last vestige in this house of empathy and unconditional love ..... Jesus has been my LORD and savior since I moved here on Oct 31st.. my life changed I mean HE SAVED ME......and the HOly Spirit has shown me much..Jesus has shown me mercy and love HIs cross is where I spend most of my time at the foot.. I worship him but I fall short of his glory dealing with the oppression from total apathy from them..except Momma.
KaththeLastLostSongbird
Apr 09, 2023
John I invite you to my sanctuary on soundclick it is my Christian music page………… Rainbeaus Whisper………… music is my meditation………. Oh and thank you for links you sent to Greg…. I had already been in touch………thank you though……………
KaththeLastLostSongbird
Mar 07, 2023
John hi…….I did a lot of collaborations with you guys…… and Greg…….he just up and took off said nothing of leaving soundclick……… it saddened me I thought I had made a close friend in him………He’s no where to be found on sc……I hope he’s alright……….
AlexisPatrick
Dec 29, 2022
Thank you ever so much, John. I appreciate your kind support of my songs. Happy New Year.
clubsvilleproductions
Dec 24, 2022
Hi John,
Thought it was time to say hello.
Wishing you and yours all the best this holiday season.
Here in the middle of Sweden, it has snowed quite a bit.
Looks like a Christmas card, just like it should be.
Keep up the good music work my friend.
Greetings from Sweden,
Svante / Clubsville
clubsvilleproductions
Oct 06, 2022
Hi John,
Great music on your site. Keep up the good work!
Greetings from Sweden,
Svante / Clubsville
johnmatteson
Jan 29, 2022
It is great to be back here! Love this place!
Ascenzion
Apr 08, 2011
Thanks so much for dropping by my world. I really appreciate your nice comment and humbled that you added 4 of my tracks to your station…Really appreciate the support. I listened to your song. Awesome. Left some comments on your page. Again, Thanks…Al
Haha, that’s cool about drawing on the instruments! Mixing Who Is Worthy with your backing vox, really dig it!