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Joseph Habedank Shares a Little Encouragement
As a writer, especially a young writer, it can be very easy to get discouraged. Back in November of last year, I had a writing session scheduled for Monday of that particular week and another writing session scheduled for Tuesday … Continue reading
Bon Voyage`
Just wanted to let everyone know that, for the next two weeks, I’ll be out of touch (Spare me the smart remarks). Now I’m in Edmonton Canada and will be headed over to Red Deer this afternoon. It’s hit or … Continue reading
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Tagged Chris Allman, edmonton canada, juneau alaska, red deer canada, vowels
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Stuck In a Rhyme Rut?
Streets of gold, days of old, where we’ll never grow old, stories untold, hmmm… what else can we get to rhyme with that line? Have you ever been stuck on a line that demanded you find a word that says … Continue reading
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Tagged because He lives, Bill Gaither, Chris Allman, rhymes, streets of gold
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A Little Time With Scotty Inman
Growing up the son of a Gospel Singer, ultimately, helped shape my love for the music. I remember early in life writing or “making up” songs from time to time and singing them for the family. It wasn’t until 2002 … Continue reading
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Tagged Phil Crioss, rodney griffin, Scotty Inman, Triumphant Quartet
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Cherish The Time
Yesterday we celebrated our independence. We woke up with nothing on the agenda but a movie, a cookout and some fireworks. These kinds of days excite me. I love to have fun. Me and Jules headed on over to the … Continue reading
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Tagged accident in morristown, cherish the time, Chris Allman, death, electrocution, family, pray, songwriting
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Demos for Dummies
The one thing every writer dreams of is having his or her song chosen and recorded. I don’t suppose there’s a feeling quite like hearing all of those things you heard in your head when you were creating that song … Continue reading
Don’t Chase Rabbits
Everybody’s familiar with the preacher who strays from his sermon and goes to chasing rabbits. He might have set out to preach a word on grace and forgiveness and, before you know it, the message has turned to tattoos, shorts … Continue reading
The Story Behind the Song – Rodney Griffin
THE SPIRIT OF BROKENNESS (Written in 1996) Every writer has a favorite song that they’ve written, and this is mine. No it’s not the fastest, highest or loudest, but it’s my favorite. The reason is simple…I’ll always have a need … Continue reading
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Tagged Chris Allman, greater vision, rodney griffin, songwriting, The spirit of brokenness
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Hook Lines and Singers
If you are a writer of songs, you are aware of the term “Hook line”. It’s an important part of writing successful songs but it’s not always the necessary formula. We’ll get to that in a moment. Let’s talk about … Continue reading
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Tagged blessed assurance, Chris Allman, hook lines, hymns, jesus saves, my name is lazarus, the love of god
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Another Child’s Coming Home
Often folks will ask what inspired me to write certain songs. Here’s one that came to me unlike any other song I’ve ever written. I have the privilege of being hired, nearly on a monthly basis, to go to Asheville … Continue reading
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Tagged another child's coming home, Asheville, Burlington, Chris Allman, Crossroads music, NC, The prodigal son
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