Podcast appearances and mentions of billy smiley

Let's run down this resume, shall we?- Played trumpet for The Bill Gaither Trio.- Recorded multiple fluglehorn albums.- Wrote lots of big songs for CCM artists.- Has produced tons of label acts.- And, oh yeah, started a little band called Whiteheart! Want to hear a bunch of  really cool Christian music backstories? Then sit back and enjoy my conversation with Billy Smiley.Support the showandychrisman.com

Let's run down this resume, shall we?- Played trumpet for The Bill Gaither Trio.- Recorded multiple fluglehorn albums.- Wrote lots of big songs for CCM artists.- Has produced tons of label acts.- And, oh yeah, started a little band called Whiteheart! Want to hear a bunch of  really cool Christian music backstories? Then sit back and enjoy my conversation with Billy Smiley.Support the Show.andychrisman.com

This show from our file_s features John Schlitt, who is best known as the lead singer for Grammy Award-winning Christian band Petra, currently records and tours as a solo artist, as well with The Union of Sinners and Saints, a band featuring Schlitt, former Whiteheart member Billy Smiley and Jason Fowler. We discuss his latest release titled GO

EPISODE 37 - The Christian rock band Whiteheart was formed in 1982 by singer Steve Green, guitarist Dann Huff, bassist Gary Lunn, keyboardists Mark Gersmehl and Billy Smiley, and drummer David Huff, most of the members alumni of Bill Gaither's group. After debuting with a self-titled effort issued on the Home Sweet Home label, Green exited the line-up, and was replaced by vocalist Scott Douglas for 1984's Vital Signs; another roster swap exchanging Dann Huff for guitarist Gordon Kennedy again shook up the Whiteheart sound just prior to 1985's Hotline. The remaining Huff brother, David, split soon after its release, as did Douglas; new vocalist Rick Florian and drummer Chris McHugh were installed in time for 1986's Don't Wait for the Movie, the last Whiteheart record to feature Gary Lunn. Whiteheart - Even The Hardest Heart Whiteheart - It Could Have Been You ___ The Add To My Playlist Website Have a podcast and need a great website? Try Podpage! podcast presented by True Media Solutions

Born to a drummer and pianist in Vicksburg, MS, he woke up every morning to his mother playing on her baby grand. He began playing drums at age 11 on his father's drum set - cutting his teeth on Zeppelin & Skynyrd records he borrowed from his uncle and playing with the church band. After high school he ended up in Alaska for work, picking up the guitar, and crafting his songwriting skills. He showed back up in Mississippi a year later with long hair and a song to sing. in 2015, Zechariah Lloyd won the Vicksburg Blues Challenge and went on to represent the Vicksburg Blues Society in Memphis for the 2015 International Blues Challenge, where he made it as a finalist in the solo/duo division. Down to the River, his first single recorded with Plaid Dog Recordings (Boston, MA) was self-released in 2019 and was used to help crowdfund the full EP, titled “Heart in a Notebook.” in 2020, Down to the River won 1st place Blues for both the Unsigned Only Competition AND the International Songwriting Competition. It placed 2nd in Blues for the 2021 International Songwriting Competition. After delays attributed to the global pandemic, Zechariah & Plaid Dog Recordings were able to finish the EP in February of 2022. The EP, “Heart in a Notebook”, will release to all public platforms July 14th, 2022. The single, “Heart in a Notebook” releases July 1st. While promoting the release of his current EP, Zechariah Lloyd has been and continues to work on his full-length album with producer, Billy Smiley, at The Sound Kitchen studios in Franklin, TN. We expect to hear a single from this project sometime in the Fall of 2022.

Season 2 Relaunch Promo and Bonus Interview with Billy Smiley and John Schlitt about Upcoming Tour Dates.

•IryneRock's style of music cuts across multiple genres to produce her signature sound as a Christian artist. A firm believer in the word of God, she gave her life to Christ and has been involved in the choir from an early age. She most recently served as the Youth Pastor and worship leader at her local church in Maryland where she developed her vocal and songwriting abilities. •Her first album, Just for You, was released in 2018. Fire In My Veins, the first single from that album, has enjoyed international radio play and won her Best Songwriter award at the 2019 ICFF in Orlando, Florida. •Iryne is back in the studio, working on her second album with Grammy and Dove nominated Producer, Billy Smiley. •You may also “like” and share the episode. And you may Subscribe so you will be alerted when the newest show is published. •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/letstalk2gmg-ansonia/message

Lonnie continues talking about his time in Nashville discussing his time in Petra and how he ended up teaming up with Michael Tait to for the band Tait.

Lonnie discusses his journey as a preacher's kid from Bend, Oregon to following his dream into Christian music in Nashville and landing his first tour working with White Heart.

Billy Smiley, Tom Reeves and Scott Allen join John Thorn in discussing secular music and christian music and how music fits into real life.

We go around the bus and hear how each member was influenced musically...

Jason shares his testimony of how he came to know Jesus and how that led him down the path to becoming a Christian Music Artist.

In this episode of King Legend Talks we bring Singer/Songwriter Raquel Aurilia to the platform. This amazing singer/songwriter hit single “Finding my way” reached #28 on @billboard and she has been blessed to worked with many musical legends such as: Grammy winning producer Tony Papa: (James Brown, Willie Nelson, John Denver) Gardner Cole (Madonna, Jodi Whatley, Wade Martin, R. Kelly, 50 Cent) and Grammy nominee Billy Smiley, (Johnny Cash, Bebe and Cece Winans, Vince Gill) and more!

Jeff discusses his time in Petra, White Heart and The Newsboys as well as his family and the people who invested in him on his life's journey. He also discusses his thoughts on each member of Petra, White Heart and The Newsboys.

Rob and John continue their discussion on touring with White Heart, living at the famous Janice House, how they both ended up doing video production together and Rob's successful career as a Big Time video director.

In part 1 Rob talks stories from his time on the road with White Heart during the Powerhouse, Tales of Wonder as well as the Highlands Tours. He also talks about working his way up from Stage Manager, to Road Manager to Operations Manager, and even sitting in on Drums for 2 Shows in Norway and Sweden...

Mark and John discuss International Travel with White Heart and Fred Hammond as well as touring relationships that last from living on the road with people that become lifelong friends...

In part one Mark and John talk stories from touring globally with White Heart to South Africa, Australia as well as Europe. They also break down in detail the Tales of Wonder Tour...

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Rhik & I continue on conversation in detail on White Heart and living for and loving God.

Ric discusses his discovery of music, Taylor University, moving to Nashville and how he ultimately ending up the lead singer in White Heart, as well as recording and touring.

We've got an awesome lady on the show today who is a celebrated singer-songwriter. We had her on the show before and I am happy to have her back featuring her new songs. All the way from North California, it is the wonderful, ubiquitous, and captivating voice of Kate Magdalena. Kate Magdalena gets deep on what's going on in the world right now and how she sees her purpose as a singer-songwriter. She shares a lot of interesting views on the current situation and the pandemic. Also, get to hear these new songs featured today, “This is My Rebel Song” and “I Know A Heartache When I See One”. She shares her plans of going into Pop music and that's something we would definitely look forward with. So, don't forget to check out the links to her website and other social media pages below to keep you updated. More about Kate Magdalena Kate's best place to connect with would be on her Instagram and Facebook. Links are provided below. Also, check out her website where she uploads a blog at least once a month and there are new songs to look forward to.   Quotes: 16:50 “What I have is simply, you know, I want clean water clean air. I want honest government. I want a constitutional government.”   21:46 “Our task, I believe, is to go deep within, is to reassess everything now, and to find out should we even be singing? Should we even be producing art? And if the answer is Yes, then it's got to be something that speaks now to the to the new music industry to the new time that we're in for however long that is.”   26:32 “I think there is a purpose, I don't exactly know. I think it has to do with spiritual healing through music, and not only that delighting through music and entertaining through music, and just being marvelous through music. And music will never lose that power.”   37:02 “I think that's what really lit my fire again. That, you know, I have to feel that I do have something to bring this world through my art, something to give. Not just that I want to receive the glory of it.”   Timestamps: 02:09 Welcome back on the show, Kate Magdalena 07:54 Talking about the COVID-19 Vaccine 12:39 Listen to “This Is My Rebel Song” by Kate Magdalena 16:29 Is Kate a Rebel? 18:19 Kate's take on depression as a singer-songwriter. 22:47 Is there a certain place that Kate thinks she belongs to or somewhere she is comfortable to play in? 25:15 The music industry's purpose. 29:29 Kate's take on COVID-19. 33:08 Kate talks about going back to her purpose. 38:06 Listen to “I Know A Heartache When I See One” by Kate Magdalena 41:57 Going back to the studio and talking about her producer Billy Smiley 44:46 What inspires her to go out of the music that she normally does? 47:09 Kate mentioned she was in a cult in the 80's. 49:25 What would be the best version of Kate's new career? 55:00 Kate's favorite platform to connect with fans. 56:32 Listen to “Connected” by James Kevin O'Connor   Spotify Playlist: Don't forget to check out the dHarmic Rising stars playlists that we have, named Aquila and Orion. Don't miss out on the amazing and talented artists that have been featured on the show. dHarmic Rising stars: Aquila https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4?si=L20-loGXR9i6IW0Z_GjEnA dHarmic Rising stars: Orion https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx?si=ecg7eEbLQcSu1dRBDCGALg Special Links and Mentions: Robert Koch Dr. Francis Boyle Anthony Fauci Judy Garland Barbra Streisand Ella Fitzgerald Eydie Gormé Bill Gates Melinda Gates George Soros Madonna John Keats Percy Bysshe Shelley Lord Byron Billy Smiley Joni Mitchell Stephen Stills Crosby, Stills & Nash Sinéad O'Connor Cyndi Lauper George Gurdjieff Hozier   Connect with Kate Magdalena:   Website: https://katemagdalena.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/katemagdalenamusic/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kate_magdalena/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzOsM5sJADWGd--j7xlQxMQ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KateMagdalen iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/kate-magdalena/1245277903 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3r9XkUn1NSg2k2hm6JPQPV?si=-JzDwAmlQxqY-55vphtIMQ&nd=1 SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/katemagdalena

Brynn discusses growing up in California, her early musical life, getting saved, touring and recording with Rachel Rachel and meeting and marrying her husband Mark Gersmehl.

Gersh and I continue our discussion on the WhiteHeart album catalog as well as modern worship, song writing and we wrap up talking about what he and his wife Brynn are doing these days.

Gersh discusses the WhiteHeart catalog of albums, breaks down songs and talks extensively about touring and recording with WhiteHeart.

Brian shares how he discovered his love for the guitar and details the path that led him thru Austin TX to Nashville where he plays with Country Music Legend Trace Adkins...

Jon discusses his musical quest from childhood until today and everything in between.

Billy discusses WhiteHeart, his artist development and production company, touring and the art of song writing and producing.

Today you get to hear my conversation with Jason Fowler. Jason is an incredibly talented guitar player and singer. In addition to his solo career, he is a member of the supergroup The Union of Sinners and Saints with John Schlitt of Petra and Billy Smiley of White Heart. Jason was an award-winning athlete and even attended the Olympic Training Camp for speed skating. But when you talk with Jason you quickly hear that his story is about God's redemption, healing, and forgiveness.

Whiteheart founder Billy Smiley and Petra lead singer John Schlitt tell us about their latest collaboration, the CCM All-Star Review. The two have been joined by Dan Haseltine from Jars of Clay and Kevin Max from DC Talk and formed this powerhouse group. All tolled these four bands have sold about 30 million records. Billy and John talk about where they came from, the fire that still burns within, and where they're going.

Welcome to The Shaun Tabatt Show! In this episode I speak with Jean Watson about new album WONDER. About the Album:  "The music on WONDER is the most authentically 'me' music I have ever recorded," Watson says. "I believe the music is quite accessible to both the faith-based and general markets, and the opportunity to partner with Naxos to get the music into the hands of music lovers is huge." "Naxos has great reach into the world music marketplace, so for the first time, my music has the possibility to be offered to audiences beyond the Christian market," she continues. "How amazing to think that people may listen to this music because they love the sound and be drawn closer to God in the process!"   WONDER represents something of a defining moment for the classically-trained singer/songwriter and instrumentalist, who is a fan favorite in the UK. She is especially popular in Ireland, where she has long hosted a daily inspirational radio show which can be heard worldwide on UCB Radio Ireland. So, her affinity for Celtic sound comes as no surprise. Producer Billy Smiley, who has worked with Watson on her last two projects, suggested highlighting her Celtic-flavored songs and ethereal violin performances on the new CD and moving toward a more world music sound. In doing so, Watson discovered a glorious opportunity to simply be herself, both artistically and spiritually. Sporting a world music sound that falls lithely between the ethereal, yearning Celtic sound of Maire Brennan and the graceful, poetic lyricism of Enya, Watson deftly tightwalks a line that stretches between ancient themes of grace and mercy, and is anchored by contemporary declarations of worship and adoration. There are exuberant expressions of praise ("Blessed Be Your Name"), hymns of hope ("I Can Hear Your Voice"), psalms of yearning ("Restless"), songs of surrender to the perfect will of the Father ("It Is Well"), and testimonies to the mercy and grace of God ("Everything Can Change," "Amazing Grace"). Whether invested in ardent celebration or lost in pensive worship, there is a humble honesty that runs through each song, that binds them together and points both listener and singer toward the throne of God. WONDER has an otherworldly, ethereal, moving quality which penetrates the heart and transports the listener into an attitude of worship. In keeping with the world music direction of WONDER, Watson has enlisted the services of a number of musicians from around the globe, including South African John Ellis of Tree63 and former Newsboys drummer Peter Furler from Australia. Steve Hindalong from The Choir provides percussion, and as a special treat, Christian music legend Michael W. Smith appears as a guest accompanist as Watson performs Smith's hit, "I Can Hear Your Voice." "I am so grateful for this opportunity for my music to reach a wider audience," says Watson. "I can't wait to see what God will do with WONDER!" About Jean Watson:  Internationally acclaimed singer/songwriter and classically trained violinist Jean Watson delved into the Christian recording world in 2003. During a time of great brokenness in Jean's life, her landlord accidentally heard her sing and donated money to make her first CD! She gave the CD away to anyone who would listen and soon was singing and speaking in churches, coffeehouses, homeless shelters, and prisons, sharing the story of how God was transforming her life. Since that time, Jean's voice and testimony of God's grace and healing have touched thousands of lives around the world. She has recorded seven albums to date including her latest CD, Steady My Gaze featuring Grammy nominated producer Billy Smiley, guitar virtuoso Phil Keaggy, and John Ellis of ‘Tree63'. Jean's musical style is eclectic and features an abundance of celtic-infused violin and Watson's signature haunting vocals. She has been honored four times as the Best Female Praise and Worship Artist USA by the UK Christian Music Alliance. Watson can be heard worldwide on UCB Radio Ireland where she hosts a daily inspirational radio show. Watson has appeared on The 700 Club, TBN's Praise The Lord, Cornerstone Television Network's flagship show, Real Life, LeSea TV's The Harvest Show, CTN's Bridges and many more media outlets across the globe. Though her ministry is now international, Jean is still passionate about bringing hope to the hopeless through words and music. Having performed in majestic cathedrals and grand concert halls, her favorite venues are still homeless shelters and prisons. When she is not traveling, Jean enjoys playing violin in the Kalamazoo Symphony, spending time with her family, and riding her horse, Rosie. Connect with Jean: JeanWatson.com Facebook Twitter (@Jean_Watson12) For additional show notes visit ShaunTabatt.com/085.  

Singer songwriter from the popular band Petra is guest on the podcast. John talks about all of his projects including The Union of Sinners and Saints with Billy Smiley.  John also shares an exclusive on a new project that he is working on for those who love to hear from about artists and their history.  John is a one of a kind individual and is one of my heroes in the rock world.  Follow the podcast on Facebook, Twitter, Website, podcast site, and ITunes.  Now, enjoy this awesome interview with the one and only, John Schlitt

Part rapper/part singer songwriter, SaulPaul is an entertaining artist who blends his voice, his guitar and his loop pedal to create a live show that is nothing less than an EXPERIENCE. SaulPaul, an indie artist making major moves since releasing his now classic album Tower to Tower through his own ReRoute Records imprint in 2007. This was followed up with 2011's Mind Right MixTape along with the launch of the newly dubbed and expanded ReRoute Music Group. 2015 was a big year for SaulPaul. He released Dream in 3D, an album he worked on with platinum selling and Grammy nominated producer Billy Smiley.   The project went on to be considered for a Grammy itself. SaulPaul also released a mixtape in partnership with the Core DJ's own DJ SKNO. SP and DJ SKNO debuted the mixtape "It Was All A Dream" at the 25th Core DJ Conference in New York City. SaulPaul has toured all over the US and Canada as a solo headliner. In addition to his his own concert tour, he's played the the festival circuit including shows at Summerfest and Musikfest.SaulPaul, a skilled songwriter has also penned songs for brands like Honey Bunches of Oats and Johnson & Johnson.

Part rapper/part singer songwriter, SaulPaul is an entertaining artist who blends his voice, his guitar and his loop pedal to create a live show that is nothing less than an EXPERIENCE. SaulPaul, an indie artist making major moves since releasing his now classic album Tower to Tower through his own ReRoute Records imprint in 2007. This was followed up with 2011's Mind Right MixTape along with the launch of the newly dubbed and expanded ReRoute Music Group. 2015 was a big year for SaulPaul. He released Dream in 3D, an album he worked on with platinum selling and Grammy nominated producer Billy Smiley.   The project went on to be considered for a Grammy itself. SaulPaul also released a mixtape in partnership with the Core DJ's own DJ SKNO. SP and DJ SKNO debuted the mixtape "It Was All A Dream" at the 25th Core DJ Conference in New York City. SaulPaul has toured all over the US and Canada as a solo headliner. In addition to his his own concert tour, he's played the the festival circuit including shows at Summerfest and Musikfest.SaulPaul, a skilled songwriter has also penned songs for brands like Honey Bunches of Oats and Johnson & Johnson. His limitless talent and creativity have led to him performing at two TEDx talks and Google. The perpetual question asked of SaulPaul is always...What's Next? The current answer: The release of Tower to Tower 2 in 2016.

Today we have a two-for-one show.  First up, I speak with singer-songwriter, author, Paul Good. Paul is releasing two really good projects; his new album, Andreia and his book Rooster Call. Then, Grammy-winning rocker John Schlitt returns to talk about The Union of Sinners and Saints, his newly formed band with Whiteheart’s Billy Smiley.   […] The post What is a Man’s Beauty? Singer-Songwriter, Author Paul Good PLUS an Update with John Schlitt| Episode 65 appeared first on On Faith's Edge.

Welcome to The Shaun Tabatt Show! I had the chance to catch up with Christian music artist Jean Watson at NRB 2016 in Nashville. In the interview she gives us an update on the fan response to her recent album Steady My Gaze.About The Album:Steady My Gaze features an abundance of Celtic-infused violin, Watson's signature haunting vocals, along with the special treat of stellar fret-work from master guitarist, Phil Keaggy and guest vocals from Tree63's John Ellis!About The Artist:Internationally acclaimed singer/songwriter and classically trained violinist Jean Watson delved into the Christian recording world in 2003. During a time of great brokenness in Jean's life, her landlord accidentally heard her sing and donated money to make her first CD! She gave the CD away to anyone who would listen and soon was singing and speaking in churches, coffeehouses, homeless shelters, and prisons, sharing the story of how God was transforming her life.Since that time, Jean's voice and testimony of God's grace and healing have touched thousands of lives around the world. She has recorded seven albums to date including her latest CD, Steady My Gaze featuring Grammy nominated producer Billy Smiley, guitar virtuoso Phil Keaggy, and John Ellis of ‘Tree63'.Jean's musical style is eclectic and features an abundance of celtic-infused violin and Watson's signature haunting vocals. She has been honored four times as the Best Female Praise and Worship Artist USA by the UK Christian Music Alliance. Watson can be heard worldwide on UCB Radio Ireland where she hosts a daily inspirational radio show. Watson has appeared on The 700 Club, TBN's Praise The Lord, Cornerstone Television Network's flagship show, Real Life, LeSea TV's The Harvest Show, CTN's Bridges and many more media outlets across the globe.Though her ministry is now international, Jean is still passionate about bringing hope to the hopeless through words and music. Having performed in majestic cathedrals and grand concert halls, her favorite venues are still homeless shelters and prisons. When she is not traveling, Jean enjoys playing violin in the Kalamazoo Symphony, spending time with her family, and riding her horse, Rosie. Connect with Jean: JeanWatson.com Facebook Twitter (@Jean_Watson12) For additional show notes, visit ShaunTabatt.com/061.

Some days, you're sitting at your desk, fighting the drudgery of the day job when, out of the blue, you receive a text from the manager of The Union of Sinners and Saints inviting you to interview the guys as they wrap up in the studio. These are good days. And who are the guys? Billy Smiley and John Schillt. You might be most familiar with them as associated with their other projects: Whiteheart and Petra respectively.Joe sat down with Billy and John to chat about the forthcoming album, writing songs together, why they can't share any details, and why Newsboys was the worst band ever. Also, don't miss the little gift at the end. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Billy Smiley Co-Founder of Whiteheart is with us today. He talks about his history, the beginnings of Whiteheart and his new band with John Schlitt called The Union of Sinners and Saints. Awesome interview!

Welcome to The Shaun Tabatt Show! Today I speak with David Britton about his latest holiday album titled Christmas. Here are some of the topics and questions we cover in the interview: Describe who you are and what you do in a single sentence? How has growing up in a missionary home and getting exposed to a range of diverse cultures influenced your music and creativity? Why was this the right time for you career-wise to do a Christmas album? Was there a particular vibe or feel that you were aiming for with this album? What were some of the influences that impacted where you went with this album? Are there any particular tracks on the album the stand out as a favorite or are meaningful for you? How do you hope your listeners are encouraged and challenged by what they hear on the Christmas album? Can you tell us anything about the new album you have in the work works for 2016? Tell us where we can order the Christmas album online and where we can connect with you on the web as well? About the Album: Christmas, which released digitally last year and released to brick & mortar retailers on October 9, 2015, showcases the unique ability of the classically trained Britton, who has performed at Carnegie Hall and with opera companies around the world, to effortlessly merge his diverse influences. He wraps his incredibly rich pop-classical sound (with a twist of anthemic rock) into and around these timeless holiday classics. The result is a poignant collection of cozy favorites and a blend of powerful yet intimate moments, custom made for the Christmas season. Britton encourages listeners to get cozy with his warm and inviting rendition of "The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting)," before closing the project with another original, "Sing Noel," written by Billy Smiley and CCM legend Scott Wesley Brown. On this lovely Christmas hymn, Britton shares the microphone with Christine Dente from Out of the Grey. "In a world that is full of so much turmoil and pain, it is my goal to use music to shed a glimmer of light; to bring comfort to those that grieve, peace to those at war, hope to those that fail, encouragement to those that feel alone, joy to those in despair," says Britton. "I am grateful for the opportunity to create music that does not fit within any specific genre, that allows me to leverage the unorthodox musical influences of my life, that people of all generations and tastes may find something that speaks to them. Above all else, it is my desire that those who listen may see past me to the One who created all things." About the Artist: World-class Baritone and Nashville recording artist, David Britton, brings a unique sound to his audiences, by blending his big voice with a signature orchestral rock instrumentation. This approach is the result of Britton's eclectic musical heritage, which included drumming in a rock band through high school and college, before beginning a career in opera. Over the past couple of years, Britton has emerged onto the scene with albums which take full advantage of both the classical training as well as the rock style creating music that is at times both intimate and grandiose. For additional show notes, visit ShaunTabatt.com/041.

Welcome to the Shaun Tabatt Show! Today my special guest is Jean Watson and we're talking about her album Steady My Gaze. About The Album: Steady My Gaze features an abundance of Celtic-infused violin, Watson's signature haunting vocals, along with the special treat of stellar fret-work from master guitarist, Phil Keaggy and guest vocals from Tree63's John Ellis! About The Artist: Internationally acclaimed singer/songwriter and classically trained violinist Jean Watson delved into the Christian recording world in 2003. During a time of great brokenness in Jean's life, her landlord accidentally heard her sing and donated money to make her first CD! She gave the CD away to anyone who would listen and soon was singing and speaking in churches, coffeehouses, homeless shelters, and prisons, sharing the story of how God was transforming her life. Since that time, Jean's voice and testimony of God's grace and healing have touched thousands of lives around the world. She has recorded seven albums to date including her latest CD, Steady My Gaze featuring Grammy-nominated producer Billy Smiley, guitar virtuoso Phil Keaggy, and John Ellis of ‘Tree63'. Jean's musical style is eclectic and features an abundance of celtic-infused violin and Watson's signature haunting vocals. She has been honored four times as the Best Female Praise and Worship Artist USA by the UK Christian Music Alliance. Watson can be heard worldwide on UCB Radio Ireland where she hosts a daily inspirational radio show. Watson has appeared on The 700 Club, TBN's Praise The Lord, Cornerstone Television Network's flagship show, Real Life, LeSea TV's The Harvest Show, CTN's Bridges and many more media outlets across the globe. Though her ministry is now international, Jean is still passionate about bringing hope to the hopeless through words and music. Having performed in majestic cathedrals and grand concert halls, her favorite venues are still homeless shelters and prisons. When she is not traveling, Jean enjoys playing violin in the Kalamazoo Symphony, spending time with her family, and riding her horse, Rosie. For additional show notes, visit ShaunTabatt.com/032.

Smiley is the founding member and producer of WhiteHeart – selling over 3 million units, he has also helped discover, develop, produce, A&R, and write for such artists as: The Newsboys, Steven Curtis Chapman, The Insyderz, The Normals, Aaron Shust, Symphony in Red, Johnny Cash, Petra, Charity Von, Justifide, Sky Harbor, Margaret Becker, Twenty Twenty, Idle Cure, One Bad Pig, Rachel Rachel, and Randy Matthews, As a songwriter he has co-written 22 no. 1 songs, and over 50 top 10 songs.He has produced more than 100 albums, and 27 No. 1 songs. He has 5 Grammy Nominations, one producing the Grammy nominated song "Silent Night", recorded by BeBe & CeCe Winans, and co-produced the Grammy nominated albums, “WhiteHeart”, and “Tales of Wonder”.  Show notes: Youth Specialties – http://www.youthspecialties.com National Youth Workers Conference – http://www.nywc.com Billy Smiley Wikipedia - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Billy_Smiley Evian Water - http://www.evian.com/en_us/ Arrowhead water - http://www.arrowheadwater.com/ Rich Mullins 37 the Podcast on Twitter 37 the Podcast on Facebook Truth Work Media on Twitter Terry Linhart’s website Michael Yoder’s website Terry Linhart on Twitter Michael Yoder on Twitter 37thePodcast is a production of Truth Work Media. Truth Work Media creates monsters called podcasts. 3 Best Places for Music in Nashville Robert’s Western World in Nashville The Basement in Nashville The Listening Room in Nashville Billy’s son’s band – The Technicolors Tootsie’s in Nashville Billy’s Studio – Dark Horse Recording Studios Show Quotes  “Never accept mediocrity.” Our Partners: Thanks to Experience Mission for sponsoring entire Season 2. They are amazing. Thanks to J2 Marketing for sponsoring this episode and for providing studio space for Season 2 on Grape Road, just around the corner from Bethel College (Indiana). For more about that vibrant growing Christian college, visit BethelCollege.edu. The opinions expressed on the podcast, unless the sources are otherwise explicitly given, are exclusively of those on the podcast. Our Gear: We use and love the Bose QuietComfort 20i Acoustic Noise Cancelling Headphones. They are so comfortable especially for those road warriors who are flying regularly. We mix our show on a Soundcraft EPM8 8-channel mixer. We record to a Zoom H5 Handy Recorder, and we couldn’t be happier with this device. We speak into the industry standard, a Shure 58 microphone and they’re sitting in suspension boom stands with a good windscreen on them as well. Probably the coolest thing our guests comment on is the Belkin Rockstar Multi Headphone Splitter. Not sure why they do, but they think it looks cool. DISCLOSURE    

Welcome to the Shaun Tabatt Show! Today my guests are Jesse Fryson and Zach MacGorman from Above the Fall and we'll be discussing their debut EP Rise and Fall. About The Band: Above The Fall originated in the fall of 2011 when founding members, Jesse Fryson, and Zach MacGorman started writing music together. Over the course of the next few years, they had gone on to play shows in NJ, NY, PA, and DE, including a youth conference, with national recording artists, City Harbor, and headlining a benefit concert, which helped to raise upwards of $10,000 for a local pastor's wife and mother of two young kids, who suffered a rare and nearly fatal stroke. In May of 2014, Above The Fall had been invited to attend the Extreme Tour Objective Sessions in Nashville TN, where they met multi-Grammy and Dove nominated Producer, Billy Smiley. They were asked by Smiley to come to his studio to play some of their music for him, and to discuss the band's future goals. Five months, two trips, and six songs later, Above The Fall put the finishing touches on their debut E.P. The band has entered into a management agreement with Smiley and a team of industry professionals to help them move forward in their career. Now, with new music, new members, and a new live show, Above The Fall is set to make their official debut by Spring of 2015. From infusing rap into their songs to the guitar solos, from the drum battles to impromptu jam sessions, their unique live shows have set them apart from the rest. Some of their musical influences include Switchfoot, Foo Fighters, Tenth Avenue North, Jars Of Clay, and Shinedown. Above The Fall is ready to take their music to the next level. For additional show notes, visit ShaunTabatt.com/008.

Join us this week on Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! with a Christmas Singer Jean Watson. A classically trained singer and violinist, Jean Watson delved into the Christian recording world as a singer/songwriter in 2003. Since that time, her voice and testimony of God's grace and healing have touched thousands of lives around the world. The power of Jean's message comes out of her unique ability to minister and perform with a balance of musical excellence and childlike transparency. God uses Jean to break barriers of the heart through her willingness to share the story of her own weakness and healing. Hearing Jean sing and speak brings an infusion of faith in the love and power of God. Her passion for God is absolutely contagious! A consummate singer, songwriter, arranger, and violinist, Jean insists on excellence in everything she does. She has recorded six albums to date including her latest CD, Christmas ... Not the Way It Seems, featuring Grammy nominated producer Billy Smiley and guitar virtuoso Phil Keaggy. 

Join us this week on Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! with a Christmas Singer Jean Watson. A classically trained singer and violinist, Jean Watson delved into the Christian recording world as a singer/songwriter in 2003. Since that time, her voice and testimony of God's grace and healing have touched thousands of lives around the world. The power of Jean's message comes out of her unique ability to minister and perform with a balance of musical excellence and childlike transparency. God uses Jean to break barriers of the heart through her willingness to share the story of her own weakness and healing. Hearing Jean sing and speak brings an infusion of faith in the love and power of God. Her passion for God is absolutely contagious! A consummate singer, songwriter, arranger, and violinist, Jean insists on excellence in everything she does. She has recorded six albums to date including her latest CD, Christmas ... Not the Way It Seems, featuring Grammy nominated producer Billy Smiley and guitar virtuoso Phil Keaggy. 

A classically trained singer and violinist, Jean Watson delved into the Christian recording world as a singer/songwriter in 2003. Since that time, her voice and testimony of God's grace and healing have touched thousands of lives around the world. The power of Jean's message comes out of her unique ability to minister and perform with a balance of musical excellence and childlike transparency. God uses Jean to break barriers of the heart through her willingness to share the story of her own weakness and healing. Hearing Jean sing and speak brings an infusion of faith in the love and power of God. Her passion for God is absolutely contagious! A consummate singer, songwriter, arranger, and violinist, Jean insists on excellence in everything she does. She has recorded six albums to date including her latest CD, Christmas ... Not the Way It Seems, featuring Grammy nominated producer Billy Smiley and guitar virtuoso Phil Keaggy. John Schlitt began singing when he was just five years old, performing the leads in recitals and plays in his school. By the time he was thirteen, he was in the unforgettably titled band Vinegar Hills Hometown Band Something Different – being paid twenty-five bucks as lead singer. It soon became clear that a career in music was in John's future. John Schlitt officially joined Petra in 1986, bringing with him his amazing vocal range and abilities that made him a legend with Head East. While John is arguably one of the most powerful vocalists around, his mightiest cry is the cry of his heart. Whether onstage or up close and personal, John's voice is one of a truly changed soul. And his music is and always will be a reflection of God's love and redeeming power.

A classically trained singer and violinist, Jean Watson delved into the Christian recording world as a singer/songwriter in 2003. Since that time, her voice and testimony of God's grace and healing have touched thousands of lives around the world. The power of Jean's message comes out of her unique ability to minister and perform with a balance of musical excellence and childlike transparency. God uses Jean to break barriers of the heart through her willingness to share the story of her own weakness and healing. Hearing Jean sing and speak brings an infusion of faith in the love and power of God. Her passion for God is absolutely contagious! A consummate singer, songwriter, arranger, and violinist, Jean insists on excellence in everything she does. She has recorded six albums to date including her latest CD, Christmas ... Not the Way It Seems, featuring Grammy nominated producer Billy Smiley and guitar virtuoso Phil Keaggy. John Schlitt began singing when he was just five years old, performing the leads in recitals and plays in his school. By the time he was thirteen, he was in the unforgettably titled band Vinegar Hills Hometown Band Something Different – being paid twenty-five bucks as lead singer. It soon became clear that a career in music was in John’s future. John Schlitt officially joined Petra in 1986, bringing with him his amazing vocal range and abilities that made him a legend with Head East. While John is arguably one of the most powerful vocalists around, his mightiest cry is the cry of his heart. Whether onstage or up close and personal, John’s voice is one of a truly changed soul. And his music is and always will be a reflection of God’s love and redeeming power.