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"The Venus Embrace Your Voice Contest" with Taylor Swift
2008 42nd Annual CMA Awards Ticket Information
Thursday, August 28, 2008
The Chicago Country Music Festival
Country music festivals can be found all over this great country of ours. Yes, even outside of the South and of course Nashville. For example, Chicago, IL.
The Chicago Country Music Festival moves to the Soldier Field Parkland and will kick off a weekend full of music and activities beginning Saturday, October 11 through Sunday, October 12, 2008.
"This year the Chicago Country Music Festival has its own weekend and a new location at Soldier Field. As a fan of country, I feel that Chicago has one of the best country music gatherings outside of Nashville," said Mayor Richard M. Daley.
The Chicago Country Music Festival, once a part of the Taste of Chicago, celebrates its 18th year with concerts and this year becomes its own festival. There are three performance stages, a Kids' Corral tent and a dance tent.
Main Stage
Saturday, October 11, 2008
1pm - The Randy Kohrs Band
3pm - Rissi Palmer
5pm - Luke Bryan
7pm - Gretchen Wilson
1pm - TBA
3pm - TBA
5pm - Lady Antebellum
7pm - Taylor Swift
Americana Stage
Saturday, October 11, 2008
12pm - Devin & The Straights
2pm - The Freeway Rangers
4pm - Justin Townes Earle
6pm - Tift Merritt
8:30pm - Son Volt
2pm - Wade Bowen
4pm - Eli Young Band
6pm - Cross Canadian Ragweed
Best Buy Honky Tonk Stage
Saturday, October 11, 2008
12pm - Robbins & Wheeler
2pm - The Lawrence Peters Outfit
4pm - Yard Fulla Cars
6pm - Danny Everhart Band
8:30pm - TBA
12pm - Megan Nicole
2pm - Jason Brown
4pm - Janesville
6pm - TBA
New Homepage on Country Music Alive
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
It has been a few days since I have posted, because I have been hard at work on a new homepage to the Country Music Alive website.
Take a moment and take a look!
Buddy Harman 1928-2008
Saturday, August 23, 2008
Buddy Harman died Thursday evening from congestive heart failure. He was 79 years old. Now, you may be saying.. who? Well, you may not know him by name, but you most certainly have heard his work.
Eddie Stubbs was quoted saying ""If anybody could be called the father of modern country drumming, it would be Buddy. He defined the role of the drums in country music. No matter the song, he knew what to play. More importantly, he knew what not to play. Always."
It is said that his drum playing has been recorded on more than 18,000 recordings. Among those songs were some of country music's greatest hits ever. Patsy Cline's "Crazy," Johnny Cash's "Ring of Fire," Tammy Wynette's "Stand By Your Man," Roger Miller's "King of the Road" and Loretta Lynn's "Coal Miner's Daughter" are just a few examples of his drum work. Not including his work on some pop music such as "Oh, Pretty Woman" by Ray Orbinson and Elvis Presley's "Little Sister."
Oh yes, in 1959, he became The Grand Ole Opry's first staff drummer.
What an amazing musician, to say the least. I hope you will take the time to learn about his life in a little more detail today. Here are a few direct links:
New York Times
Quote from Eddie Stubbs from the Tennessean.com link above
The Opry Trust Fund
Friday, August 22, 2008
There is most definitely one that supports the artists directly that are in need. The Grand Ole Opry Trust Fund mission is to help those in the country music industry when they need it the most, by offering financial assistance during their time of need. The Fund assists in many ways such as assistance with medical bills, rent or mortgage, utilities, food, and other related expenses. To be eligible for assistance, you must have been employed full time in the country music industry in some way.
This is the best way to impact country music directly in form of a charity. The Fund helps 25-35 individuals each and every year that are in need of assistance and has dispersed over $2 million since its inception in 1965.
If you would like to contribute to this important fund send your check or money order to:
2804 Opryland Drive
Nashville, TN 37214
(615) 316-6174
John Rich Supports McCain with a Free Download
Monday, August 18, 2008
John Rich these days is one of country music's most respected artists, songwriters, producers, and leaders in the industry. It feels like he is just about everywhere when it comes to country music.
He has has views on country music, and certainly doesn't mind sharing them. He also has his political view as well. He is supporting John McCain for President. He is supporting him so much that he has taken his talents and put them to work. Rich has written and recorded a song titled
"Raisin' McCain." He has also shot a video. That can be seen above or on his website.
You can download the song "Raisin' McCain" fore free, watch the video, and more from Rich's website: http://www.johnrich.com/
The website also has a place to signup for e-mail updates on John Rich, including his upcoming solo album.
Whoever you support, or don't, in the upcoming election, you can at least enjoy another song from Rich. I must say that publicly, I do not support neither candidate. I am here to share country music news, commentary, and things, not expression of politics. There plenty of other blogs and such for that, and comments related to political views will be rejected on this post.
The Biggest and Baddest Tour; Toby Keith, Montgomery Gentry, Carter's Chord, Trailer Choir, and Mica Roberts
Sunday, August 17, 2008
It's summertime. Summertime in the Virginia Beach, Virginia area means hot, humidity, and yes, those signature thunderstorms. For The Biggest and Baddest Tour, this was no exception. Fortunately, with a show time of 7:30pm, the severe thunderstorm that barely surfaced around The Verizon Wireless Amphitheater made the trip into the venue a wet one. However, by the time the first song began, the storm had subsided to a gentle rain for the lawn seating. The rain may have subsided just before the show, but the excitement and the enjoyment of good country music became immense.
A few moments early, Becky, Emma, and Joanna Robertson, known as Carter's Chord took center stage. With a very professional and eye catching stage presence, the audience instantly fell in love with their energetic conveyance of "When We Get There." This song showed off that special harmony that only three sisters can deliver. It's not often that a lesser-known opening act gets the full attention of the audience from their first note… Carter's Chord did just that. With their second song, the audience was even singing along to their lead single "Different Breed." Sadly, that second song was the last from Carter's Chord, the audience was left wanting more. Immediately following Carter's Chord performance, Mica Roberts took stage with a bit more of a rockin' country sound that also delivered a two song set that included "Get You Some of That" and "My Boyfriend is Out of Town." Though performed very well, the audience was not as interested, yet enjoyed her performance. Though, most will not remember her in the coming days. The final Show Dog Nashville Showcase of new artists, the comically entertaining, yet, highly talented Trailer Choir took stage. Immediately the crowd reacted to Big Vinny dancing on stage with Butter and Crystal. The humorous song "Beer Gut" had all of us laughing out loud, applauding and most importantly, wanting more.
Let's put it this way… have you ever seen a 350lb. country boy do the splits or do the snake… well, check out this talented group. The humor of the group was entertaining and was on the same par as their actual music. Their final song and current single, "Off the Hillbilly Hook" brought the crowd in even more, and wanting more. Ending on their feet in applause and "hell yeah's" could be heard all around. This was an excellent way to promote the great talent of Show Dog Nashville. This crowd may have been here for the two big name acts, but left the show as fans of the full Show Dog Nashville label…just with a twenty-five minute showcase.
After a short ten-minute wait, a slimmed down microphone-toting Eddie Montgomery and Troy Gentry came to stage behind a white sheet of flashing lights and crowd preparing sounds for a high-energy rocking show. Beginning with "The Big Revival" from their newest album, it was quickly followed by Montgomery screaming "are you ready to party.." flowing into the more recognized "Ever Stopped Loving Me."
With his signature black frock coat, white shirt, and black hat pulled down, Montgomery mentioned that we live in the greatest country in the world where we can dream as big and we want to dream as the crowd rose to the anthem "Something to be Proud of" exhilarated the audience with something just a bit special. That special feeling continued with the powerhouse low vocal delivery of Montgomery on "Lucky Man" ending the song commenting "I wanna thank you God... Troy and I are very luck men."
With the crowd very attentive the power of the show stepped up another notch with "Hell Yeah" with the crowd jumping up and down in tune to the lyrics and music loving every moment of the song. Troy had a chance to feature his great vocal work on the newest single "Roll with Me" followed by a couple verses of "Thank God I'm Country Boy" that got the crowd on its feet for "Hillbilly Shoes" and a chance to sing along on "My Town" which had Montgomery Gentry hyped up and loving every minute of their performance. Even though still full of energy, the forty-five minute set came to a conclusion with the appropriately selected song "Gone" that had Montgomery jumping around and fired up as they exited the stage from a very pleased crowd.
With just under a thirty-minute wait, the crowd was ready for what they had been waiting for; Toby Keith. The lights went down, and a five minute video featuring Keith and co-star Rodney Carrington was shown that was a cross between a commercial for Ford Trucks and Keith's new movie "Beer for My Horses." A very entertaining and comical watch for sure, as you can imagine.
Now, it was time to get to business. The white curtain fell, the swirling fireworks exploded, the confetti fell on the crowd and a very confident Keith took stage with the Easy Money Band in place on a Ford Truck front grill shaped stage began to perform "She's a Hottie" with a large video screen above the stage. Most shows, the confetti and pyrotechnics wait for the end of the show, but a Toby Keith show is like most shows.
As Keith began to go through his repertoire, it began apparent that the forty-seven year old Keith was very relaxed, well in shape, and his vocal delivery was nothing but perfection.
"Whiskey Girl" Keith was sure to get in "Virginia Beach" into the song and commented "My job is to get you so drunk you call in sick Monday." Being a Friday night, that's a task… however, I have a feeling that Keith can be proud that his job was accomplished by at least a few concert goers that evening.
"I Wanna Talk About Me" brought the crowd up another level as they screamed back the lyrics as Keith delivered them in a more of a conversational vocal style delivery. Keith took to the sidelines of the stage and allowed the Easy Money Band have a moment in the spotlight that featured the backup singer and their incredible horn section. Keith quickly took back over the show featuring a few slower paced songs including "Love Me If You Can" and "You Shouldn't Kiss Me like This" and a new song, "Never Cried in Front of Me" that featured Keith's powerhouse ballad vocal delivery from the to-be-titled new album that will be released later this year.
Keith doesn't like to keep things too slow paced for long, neither does his audience. Keith took care of that with a guitar solo and performing "Who's Your Daddy." For the very few resting concert goers, they were back on their feet again.
His fans from the very beginning could easily be picked out of the crowd when his first number- one single "Should've Been a Cowboy" was elegantly performed, as the veteran fans sang out loudly and proud the lyrics right along with the smiling Keith. Well over an hour into Keith's performance, his voice remained strong, crisp, and vocally attached to his high energy crowd.
Keith proposed a heart-filled toast to the firefighters, police, and armed forces. It certainly wasn't difficult for the Keith fans to find a beer, since it was nicely already in hand. The toast continued into "Beer For My Horses" which Willie Nelson's contribution to the song was available via video. No mention of controversy, nor mention of the movie, rather stepped up the pace with "How Do You like Me Now" sing-a-long.
Keith then gave his rock-music fans a treat by covering Ted Nugent's "Stranglehold." It wasn't my highlight of the show; however select members of the audience certainly found it to be just that. I believe the song was in the show as a reference to the appearance of the song on the "Beer for My Horses" movie soundtrack. Never the less, the crowd still was at high attention.
Just over ninety minutes, Keith comes back for a very patriotic encore. A stage full of red, white, and blue lights filled the stage as a bone-chilling video played behind Keith's intense vocal delivery of "An American Soldier." There is nothing like a patriotic song in a strong military area. The American flags could be spotted around the amphitheater and continued to be held high through a portion of the National Anthem guitar solo and Keith's signature American flag decorated guitar played "Courtesy of the Red, White, and Blue" to end the night just a few ticks of the clock before eleven o'clock.
Keith has always been a master of a live performance. However, tonight there was something different about him. I felt like a re-dedication to the music had taken place in him fairly recently in his career. His conceded attitude, that some describe about him at times, seemed to be absent. He felt strong, comfortable, and creative. I hope the rest of the audience left with the same feeling.
I have attended countless concerts and performances. This night ranked up as top shelf. The Biggest and Baddest Tour is just that…big in the number of performers (5) and in Montgomery Gentry and Keith, some of the baddest performers. This is a show not to miss… that is for sure.
Country Music Alive on Twitter for Biggest and Baddest Tour
Friday, August 15, 2008
I am going to try something new this evening. Join me on Twitter as I head to Virginia Beach, Va. for the Biggest and Baddest Concert Tour featuring Toby Keith, Montgomery Gentry, Carter's Chord, Trailer Choir, and Mica Roberts.
I will start shortly posting to Twitter. Follow me. My username is cntryalive
If you aren't familiar with Twitter, head to twitter.com and join. Its totally free and I will send updates to the question "What are you doing..." by text message. You can also reply and send your own "tweets." You can read them on the website as well as receive them by text message.
It will be an experiment so I hope you will follow me and give me some feedback on it...
Hee Haw Returns to RFD-TV
Thursday, August 14, 2008
For veteran fans of country music, we understand the intense history that Hee Haw has in country music. The countless performances, the great comedy skits, and all the genuine fun that show had to offer. Country music's greatest personalities and artists were featured on the longest running syndicated show. Hee Haw aired on CBS from 1969-1971 and then was syndicated for more than 20 years.
After its departure from television in 1992, there wasn't any way really to see Hee Haw anymore. Hee Haw was released to DVD by Time Life and an exclusive set for Wal-Mart.
You may be wondering why I am I talking about Hee Haw today. Well, beginning Sunday, September 7 Hee Haw episodes will anchor RFD-TV's new Sunday night line-up at 8pm EST. The episodes are set to air in the order in which they aired. RFD-TV states that Hee Haw is their #1 requested show. Apparently RFD-TV listens and are giving their viewers what they want to see. I have a feeling it was pretty hard to make it happen, but they have. Now, its the viewers turn to give back to RFD-TV and tune in each time it airs.
If you haven't heard of RFD-TV, it is a television network dedicated to serving the needs and interests of rural America. Programming includes a wide-variety of shows focused on agriculture, equine, rural lifestyle, and traditional music offerings. Currently, RFD-TV is distributed in over 35 million homes on DIRECTV, DISH Network, and several cable outlets in all 50 states. I had heard about the channel here and there, but never got to see until I became a subscriber to Directv. RFD-TV is on channel 379 on Directv. Dish Network channel 231.
The channel offers country music fans a real paradise. For instance, you can find new episodes of Crook & Chase airs Thursday evening 9pm EST, Friday morning 11am EST and Saturday evening 7pm EST since January of this year. Ralph Emery "Live" is also featured on the channel on Mondays at 7pm EST. There are many other shows that are for real country music fans. You can click here to see if RFD-TV is available in your area.
I am excited to see Hee Haw back on the air. If you have never watched an episode, and you call yourself country music fan, I hope that you will watch. If you are a fan of Hee Haw already, you just may want to checkout the DVD set from Time Life. It is priceless.
Contacting Country Music Alive
I was just adding a banner to the sidebar of the blog and noticed my e-mail address was incorrect... no wonder why I haven't been hearing from you all. I left Comcast in the last month or so. I have updated the link on the right to be a clip art link with the email address for you.
Due to spam and other security reasons, I do not type my email address out. It is encrypted over on the right. Just drag your mouse over the graphic and read it in the status bar section of your web browser, or click on it to email me.
So, now you can email me with no problems. Sorry for that inconvenience. I love hearing from my readers, even if you just want to say hello.
Feel free to comment right on the blog about anything I post. I do screen comments, so there will be a delay in the comments being posted, but no less than a few hours at most, normally.
Taylor Swift New Album on Nov. 11
Wednesday, August 13, 2008
CMT is reporting that Taylor Swift will release her next album, Fearless, on Nov. 11 on Big Machine Records. Swift wrote or co-wrote all 13 songs. Listen for the new single in September.
Swift will launch a new Web site, http://www.thetaylornation.com/, on Aug. 22, where the album will be available for pre-sale.
A limited-edition box set edition, featuring a CD, leather bracelet, T-shirt, picture book and decal, will also be available. The first 10,000 fans to purchase the boxed set and upload their photos will have their pictures included in a mosaic image in the album artwork and on the CD.
Well, well, well. Finally, I must say. This will be the true test to Taylor Swift's music... a sophmore album. I will be waiting to take a listen. Keep in touch, as the album comes out, I will certainly let you know what I think.
Brad Paisley New Album "Run And Play" Out Nov. 4
Back on February 5, 2008 I mentioned a new release coming from Brad Paisley that will be an instrumental album. At that time we didn't know much, other than it would be released this year, most likely... well, now we have details and its something to get really excited about.
First, the release date will be November 4, 2008. (Your to do list: 1- Vote. 2-Get Paisley album. 3-listen to Paisley. 4-Watch election results.)
The new CD will be titled "Run and Play" and will be 15 tracks, 11 written/co-written by Paisley
Now, the exciting news....
- It has been described as an "all out guitar celebration"
- 4 vocal tracks featuring B.B. King, Keith Urban, Steve Wariner, and Buck Owens
- Little Jimmy Dickens is featured on the album
- Track titled "Cluster Pluck" which will feature James Burton, Vince Gill, John Jorgensen, Albert Lee, Brent Mason, Redd Volkaert, and Steve Wariner
- The late Buck Owens is featured on a track penned and recorded by Owens called "Come On In" that had remained unfinished.
Will keep you updated on pre-order status and such as we get closer. This is turning out to be one of those must pick up on release day albums. It is sounding more than special.
"Beer For My Horses" Soundtrack Listening Party
Tuesday, August 12, 2008
I mentioned earlier the new movie "Beer For My Horses" featuring Toby Keith and Rodney Carrington and the soundtrack that is excellent. Well... now you can listen for yourself. Not just clips, but the full album.
Thatscountry.com is hosting a listening party that you can listen to the entire album on the website. Now, you can really hear how good this album is.
Click here to take a listen
After the listen, come on back to Country Music Alive to order the album or download:
I-Tunes Album Download
Amazon Album Download
Amazon Buy CD
Sugarland Lawsuit
There is a lot of writings and things of the recently filed lawsuit by Kristen Hall against Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush of Sugarland.
The best discussion on this I have seen is over on The 9513. You can read that here It has a lot of good links to the history of Hall's leaving and such.
If you wish to read the actual lawsuit, TMZ.com has it posted, click here
I'm not going to actually voice my opinion in the actual lawsuit here, I believe that is left up to the lawyers and the court to do.
However, it does bring up a point that a lot of people really don't think about that much when they listen to music, buy downloads/albums, and merchandise related to music. The point is that even though it is a form of entertainment and an art, it is still a business. There is always going to be that intricate portion of the music business. Yes, most of the artists that perform are recording and touring because they dearly love creating and sharing music. However, they would not be able to do it if there wasn't a way to make the money it takes to support their families, lives. That goes for not just the artist themselves, but every single person that goes into the production, promotion, distribution of the music. It is a business, and its one that everyone involved in the business is proud to be apart of.
Now, arguments happen. It is nothing wrong with that, its apart of life. In the business side of the industry, when arguments can't be worked out, that's when the courts step in. There is nothing wrong with that. 2 sides see things differently. No more than that, no less. The courts will decide the outcome of the situation.
There arguments all the time in all the other aspects of music, however, those arguments (for the most part) are behind the scenes and are worked out between managers and people that are entrusted to be in the best interest of the artist. But, when a lawsuit comes about it makes news. Why? Because the argument is public. Its written down in black and white and the argument is heard in the public.
The Sugarland case was just filed, you can read the entire 12 pages at the above link to get a full understanding of the issue at hand, and when more information is available, I will let you know.
Biggest And Baddest Concert Tour
Monday, August 11, 2008
On occasion, you will see some pretty big acts get together for a great concert tour. Going on right now is one that I will be seeing this upcoming weekend. There several dates left on it, and if you can, you should see it yourself.
The Biggest and Baddest Tour features:
Toby Keith
Montgomery Gentry
Carter's Chord
Trailer Choir
Mica Roberts
Pretty good lineup I must say. 2 headlining quality acts. Then 3 new artists to give you a well balanced show. High powered show as well I expect, I mean come on, Toby Keith and Montgomery Gentry in the same night... now thats some attitude and high energy if I've ever heard of it.
I will have much more details about the show from Virginia Beach both here on the blog and on the website. So check back for a special featured review of the show... If you are in the Virginia Beach, VA area, this concert stop is at the Verizon Amphitheater August 15. Here are the rest of the upcoming tour dates: (As always, check with the local venue for confirmation of acts performing, ticket availability before going to the show)
Virginia Beach, VA
August 15, 2008
Verizon Wireless Amphitheater
Philadelphia, PA
August 16, 2008
Susquehanna Bank Center
Boston, MA
August 17, 2008
Tweeter Center for the Performing Arts
Meadville, PA
August 21, 2008
Crawford County Fair
Holmdel, NJ
August 22, 2008
PNC Bank Arts Center
Darien Lakes, NY
August 23, 2008
Darien Lake Performing Arts Center
Syracuse, NY
August 28, 2008
NY State Fair
Allentown, PA
August 29, 2008
The Great Allentown Fair
Essex Junction, VT
August 30, 2008
Champlain Valley Exposition
St. Paul, MN
September 01, 2008
Minnesota State Fair Grandstand
Dallas, TX
September 05, 2008
Superpages.com Center
Houston, Texas
September 06, 2008
Cynthia Mitchell Pavilion, The Woodlands
San Antonio, TX
September 07, 2008
Verizon Wireless Amphitheater
Atlanta, GA
September 11, 2008
Lakewood Amphitheatre
Cincinnati, OH
September 12, 2008
Riverbend Amphitheatre
Cleveland, OH
September 13, 2008
Blossom Music Center
Detroit, MI
September 14, 2008
DTE Energy Music Theatre
Albuquerque, NM
September 18, 2008
Journal Pavillion
Denver, CO
September 19, 2008
Fiddler's Green Amphitheatre
Salt Lake City, UT
September 20, 2008
USANA Amphitheatre
Jamey Johnson "In Color" Free On I-Tunes
Friday, August 08, 2008
I'm not sure how long it will stay, so download it today, Jamey Johnson's single "In Color" is the free single of the week on I-Tunes. Enjoy this great song free... I believe it will be available through Monday on I-Tunes.
I'll have more information on the album that this single is from very soon.
"Beer For My Horses"
Thursday, August 07, 2008
Alright Toby Keith Fans, and Rodney Carrington fans too, tomorrow "Beer For My Horses" the movie hits theaters. A comedy-adventure movie that tells a story of 2 best friends that are small- town deputies (Toby Keith and Rodney Carrington) that well, have to save a girlfriend after being kidnapped and held for ransom. The cast not only includes Toby Keith and Rodney Carrington, but also Ted Nugent, Willie Nelson, and David Allan Coe to name a few.
I can't imagine how great a movie this will be. Unfortunately, it is only in limited release. Check it out if you live in St. Louis, Louisville, Pittsburgh, Little Rock, Indianapolis, Nashville, Milwaukee, Oklahoma City, Buffalo, or Tulsa then you can check it out starting tomorrow.
For the rest of us, well, we will just have to wait until it is released wider or until it comes out on DVD. However, in the meantime.... the soundtrack to the movie will be available everywhere Tuesday.
This soundtrack has some great music on it. Of course, "Beer For My Horses" is on there, but also music from Carters Chord, Trailer Choir, Ted Nugent's "Cat Scratch Fever," Mel Tillis, David Allan Coe, and of course the very comical Rodney Carrington's "Show Them To Me." You can probably think a minute or two and figure out where that song is going. I gotta say, this one cool album.
If the movie is coming to your city, check it out and let me know how it is! If not, pickup the CD at least and love some good music.
Sugarland "Love on the Inside"
Tuesday, August 05, 2008
But if life stayed the way it wasAnd lovers never fell out of love
If memories didn't last to longIf nobody did nobody wrongIf we knew what we had before it was goneIf every road led back homeThis would beThe country song
This album is country. This album really impressed me and I hope you will go pick up a copy of it as well. You are in for a treat.
The 2008 Nashville Star is Melissa Lawson
Monday, August 04, 2008
Well, the show opened with Billy Ray Cyrus and the Nashville Star contestants performing "Achy Breaky Heart." (I know, who could've guessed that was going to happen.) Then the final 3 had the chance to perform. Gabe Garcia performing "Celebrity," Melissa Lawson performed "My Wish" and Sean Mayer performed "Gunpowder and Lead." Safe choices, since basically its all over now and just having fun.
After that final chance to perform,. Shawn Mayer was eliminated from the show. I know, not a surprise at this point, but I was really proud of how far she came through the competition and how much she improved from show to show.
And then there was two.
"The Time of My Life," the theme song from "Dirty Dancing" performed by Melissa and Gabe.
Melissa Lawson performed "Something More" after a small profile segment. Then is was Gabe's chance to get his chance to sing a final time on the show with "Gone Country." Each of the two really had a good time and appeared to enjoy their time on stage.
Then, it was decision time.... (after a short banter from the judges about who should win, some commercials, and a video piece on the recording of the first single)
The Warner Brothers recording contract, Toyota Tundra pickup truck, a performance at The Olympics, and a concert tour goes to....
Melissa Lawson.
More to come later. Melissa Lawson is the 2008 Nashville Star.
Country Music Alive Update!
Hi There!
Just a quick note to let you know two of the most popular features on the website have been updated... the new album release date schedule and the artist mini-feature. There 30 albums listed as ahead as November! The Trailer Choir is featured on the very front page with their new video for their single "Off the Hillbilly Hook." You gotta check this group out!
I try to update the list once a month, and then within a few days of the big update go back through and see what else I can find. I strive to offer you the most complete list of release dates that can be possibly be put together and verified to be true.
On the web page, the list includes a direct link to Amazon.com to pre-order the albums you want! You don't have to wait till the release date to order, you can pre-order right from the website and it will arrive on your doorstep on or very close to the release date. Take advantage of this great option from Amazon and support Country Music Alive. Also, keep in mind if there is any price adjustment between the time you order and the release date, you will get that lower price... so shop with confidence and take advantage of free shipping with orders over $25.
Check out http://www.countrymusicalive.com for the video and link to The Trailer Choir, and on the front page is a link to the new release dates as well.
As Always, Keeping Country Music Alive!
Kirk Fitzgerald
An Introduction to Carter's Chord
Friday, August 01, 2008
I have been taking some time on the front of my website to support Carter's Chord's single "Different Breed." I hope you got a chance to check them out up there. Another band, The Trailer Choir will be available in that top spot very soon. Anyway, I have been just dying to get a chance to get to the computer and tell you a little bit about this group...
Carter's Chord first and foremost are special to country music in that they are family. Three sisters... Becky, Emily and Joanna Robertson get to share with the country music world that awesome family harmony that no other than family members can deliver. You may have heard their debut single "Different Breed," but I sure hope you will listen to what else is out there from them on their debut album from Show Dog Records that is currently available via download. Another great example of their vocal greatness can be heard on each of the 10 tracks. Songs like "Young Love" highlight that family harmony. Other tracks such as "Boys Like You" are just plain a fun display of great talent, however, each and every track you get a good feeling from, that is no doubt.
I hope that you have already played the video at the very top that will give you a great look into the group... a really must see.
Carter's Chord has somewhat of a unique style. Contemporary, crisp, yet the core of the sound is most definitely country... no doubt. Show Dog Records is the most perfect place for this talented trio.
If you haven't taken the time to check out Carter's Chord for yourself, I highly suggest you do and be sure to download the entire album, if you just hear "Different Breed"... well, you are just missing out on a great new group. Something new with a high level of talent is always great.
Catch them out on tour with Toby Keith throughout August and September, download the new album, and visit their website now for much more information on them, as well as below you will find other links and videos to enjoy.
I have no doubt you will be a fan, like I became, from the first listen.
Tour Schedule (With Toby Keith, the Trailer Choir, and Mica Roberts):
8.01.2008 Tinley Park, IL
8.02.2008 Noblesville, IN
8.03.2008 Burgettstown, PA
8.09.2008 Bristow, VA
8.10.2008 Hartford, CT
8.15.2008 Virginia Beach, VA
8.21.2008 Meadville, PA
8.22.2008 Holmdel, NJ
8.23.2008 Darien Center, NY
8.28.2008 Syracuse, NY
9.11.2008 Atlanta, GA
9.13.2008 Cuyahoga Falls, OH
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A Critical Look at "Dr." Robert Young's
Theories and Credentials
Stephen Barrett, M.D.
In July 2017, Robert O. Young, who has marketed himself as "Robert O. Young, M.S., D.Sc., Ph.D.,"was sentenced to prison for practicing medicine without a license. Young would like you to believe that he is a highly educated and distinguished scientist. I do not believe that is an accurate description. This article describes his background and the activities that led to his conviction.
Disreputable Credentials
One way to judge someone's credibility is to examine the nature of his education. Young's Web site includes the following information:
Before Dr. Young began his extensive nutritional research, his love for sports and science led him to the University of Utah—where he studied biology and business in the early 70's. . . . His education was temporarily interrupted by an ecclesiastical mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He successfully served for two years in London, England.
In the 80's, following his mission and schooling at the University of Utah, Dr. Young studied medical microbiology—training under Dr. Robert Bradford at the Bradford Research Institute in Chula Vista, California. Dr. Bradford is now a trustee and professor at Capital University in Washington, DC, where he teaches live and dry blood microscopy. Dr. Young also studied darkfield microscopy. . . .
In 1993, Dr. Young received a MS in nutrition from the American College in Birmingham, Alabama. In 1995, he received his D.Sc. with emphasis in chemistry and biology. . . . In 1997, Dr. Young received a Ph.D. from Clayton College of Natural Health. His Professor, James E. Harvey from San Diego State University, reviewed and accepted his dissertation as completing all the requirements for a doctorate of philosophy degree in nutrition. Continuing his studies and research, Dr. Young later received an additional doctorate degree in naturopathy (ND) from Clayton College (1999). [1]
Young's books include: Back to the House of Health: Rejuvenating Recipes to Alkalize and Energize for Life (2000); Sick and Tired?: Reclaim Your Inner Terrain (2000); Back to the House of Health: Rejuvenating Recipes to Alkalize and Energize for Life! (2000); The pH Miracle for Diabetes: The Revolutionary Diet Plan for Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetics (2005); The pH Miracle for Weight Loss: Balance Your Body Chemistry, Achieve Your Ideal Weight (2006); and The pH Miracle: Balance Your Diet, Reclaim Your Health (2008). None of these books has any scientific standing.
In 2010, Young's Web site claimed that he had "devoted his life to researching the true cause of disease" and for 25 years had been "widely recognized as one of the top research scientists in the world" [1]. The pH Miracle, co-authored with his wife Shelley Radford Young, states that he headed the InnerLight Biological Research and Health Education Foundation and had "gained national recognition for his research into diabetes, cancer, leukemia, and AIDS." [2]
A recent article stated that Young took only one undergraduate course in biology and did not graduate from the University of Utah [3]. The rest of his "training" is smoke and mirrors. Robert Bradford, who was convicted of laetrile smuggling in the 1970s, was not even a college graduate. His alleged "doctoral degrees"—two of them—were acquired from credential mills. For nearly 30 years, he operated a network of enterprises that included a Mexican clinic that offered quack treatments, a company that marketed dubious drugs and dietary supplements, a "research institute" that did no significant research, and a nonaccredited "medical school" that operated for about five years [4]. In 2011, Bradford, his wife, and their company (American Biologics, doing business as C.R.B., Inc) were convicted of conspiring to violate federal food and drug laws and defraud individuals seeking medical care. The indictment stated that he marketed bogus Lyme disease products and a microscope system that was falsely claimed to diagnose the disease [4].
Clayton College of Natural Health was a nonaccredited correspondence school that advocated unscientific and quack methods [4]. Its requirements for graduation were minuscule compared to those for accredited colleges and universities that train health professionals. It closed in 2010 after Alabama began requiring accreditation for license renewal. Moreover, no correspondence school can prepare students to give competent health advice to clients because that requires years of clinical experience under expert supervision. Young's connections with Clayton and Bradford reflect extremely poor judgment.
Claims that Robert Young is a distinguished researcher are preposterous. The National Library of Medicine's database contains no articles authored by "Young RO" that were published in a recognized scientific journal. His foundation's 2011 tax return contain an expense item of $3,915 for "food for research subjects," but the returns from 2003 to 2010 contain nothing that appear related to human clinical research activity and the 2012 return has no financial data.
Questionable Activities
In addition to writing, Young has operated retreats and marketed herbal and dietary supplements, many of which are his own brand ("Young pHorever"). The supplements are marketed by him directly and through a multilevel company called InnerLight, which he founded. In 2010, his Web site stated:
The Youngs supplements . . . literally bring new energy to each cell directly. It's a big idea that begins with the tiniest of particles—the particles called colloids. Since colloids are so small, it is easy for our cells to absorb vitamins and minerals introduced at this size. Knowing this, the pH Miracle begins by breaking basic nutrient elements into billions of colloidal particles. Then, unlike any other supplement provider, we ensure these colloids remain individually separated through a proprietary process called Micro-Ionization™.
Perhaps the most striking difference about the Young's products are their living energy. Not only are colloids separated for prime absorption, they are given an additional electrical charge. This charge actually attracts the colloids to your cells where they can be instantly utilized. The energy within each cell literally "jumps." Functionality is rejuvenated. And your cells—and you yourself—can feel that maybe the energy you knew as a kid isn't so long gone after all [6].
This description uses scientific terms, but the processes he describes are fanciful.
In 2010, Young's "private retreats" were said to include "personal live and dried blood microscopy, preceded by an in-depth health history including developing an understanding of the physical, social, psychological, medical, and pharmaceutical components of a person's life." [7] Young promises to "personally oversee each activity for the day which may include: history, microscopy, supplements, water and ionization, exercise, lymphatic massage, cooking, food preparation, colonics and other health programs." His findings would then provided in a 35-page blood microscopy report plus a recommended program and a three-month supply of supplements and other products he created. There were also group retreats that cost from $400 to $15,000, depending on the length and setting. In 2013, the private retreats cost from $1,295 to $2,495 per night.
In 2010, the pH Miracle site also asserted that, "Over the many years, Dr. Young has performed live and dry blood analysis on over 15,000 people repeatedly, while simultaneously adjusting nutrition to create a pH balanced Alkaline lifestyle. This practice clearly makes Dr. Young the preeminent nutritional microbiologist in history." [6]
Not quite. Live blood cell analysis is carried out by placing a drop of blood from the patient's fingertip on a microscope slide under a glass cover slip to keep it from drying out. The slide is then viewed at high magnification with a dark-field microscope that forwards the image to a television monitor. Both practitioner and patient can then see the blood cells, which appear as dark bodies outlined in white. The practitioner may take Polaroid photographs of the television picture or may videotape the procedure for himself and/or the patient. The results are then used as a basis for prescribing supplements. Dried blood cell analysis is similar but is done after the blood dries. Although much can be learned by looking at blood cells under a microscope, the practitioners who do these tests draw conclusions that have no scientific validity are are used primarily to sell products [9].
It would be interesting to know the context in which Young performed 15,000 blood analyses. In most states, doing blood tests and recommending products based on these tests are considered diagnosing and prescribing and are restricted to licensed health professionals. As far as I can tell, Young has never been eligible for any type of health-related professional license.
A Dubious Testimonial
In 2009, Young claimed on YouTube that he had cured Kim Tinkham, a woman with breast cancer who had appeared on the Oprah Winfrey show and said she intended to heal herself rather than undergoing medical care. He also posted six testimonial videos to his pH Miracle Living site. However, Tinkham died of her disease about a year later. [10,11]. The videos have been removed, but the images shown here—displayed on the site in November 2013—still imply that Young helped her.
Government Actions
Young has been prosecuted three times. In the mid-1990s, he was charged with taking blood samples from two women and using the samples to diagnose illnesses and prescribe products that he sold. Young claimed that he merely looked at blood samples from two women and gave them nutritional advice. However, under a plea bargain, he pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor charge of attempted practice of medicine without a license and was promised that the charge would be dismissed if he stayed out of trouble for 18 months [12].
In 2001, Young was charged with another felony in Utah when a woman suffering from cancer claimed he analyzed her blood and told her to stop chemotherapy and take his "Super Greens" product instead. Young told the woman that he had cured people suffering from AIDS, the affidavit alleged. A month later he was arrested when an undercover agent went to him for a consultation. Young allegedly analyzed her blood and prescribed a liquid diet. A judge ordered Young to stop drawing blood or risk being denied bail. The San Diego Tribune reported that the charges were dropped because the prosecutor didn't think there were enough angry victims to get a conviction. The article also reported that in 2003, Young moved to California because he thought the legal climate there was more tolerant for "dietary researchers" such as himself [13].
In January 2014, Young and two associates were arrested and charged with multiple counts of grand theft and conspiring to practice medicine without a license. The San Diego District Attorney's press release stated that Young accepted patients, including some who were terminally ill, and temporarily housed them at his pH Miracle ranch [14]. The charges alleged that Young and his associates broke the law when they went beyond advocating dietary changes and administered intravenous treatments to patients, some of whom were terminally ill. In February 2016, following a 2-month trial, he was convicted of two counts of practicing medicine without a license. During the trial, Deputy District Attorney Gina Darvas portrayed Young as a charlatan who preyed on the sick and vulnerable—including dying cancer patients—and duped them with bogus science [3]. A few weeks after the trial ended, Darvas announced that Young would be re-tried on the charges for which the jury was unable to reach a verdict [15]. In 2017, faced with the possibility of retrial, Young pleaded guilty to two more counts of practicing medicine without a license. The plea agreement called for a 44-month sentence, some of which had already been served under house arrest [16]. It also contained this statement:
I, Robert O. Young, declare freely and voluntarily, under penalty of perjury that
I do not have any post high-school educational degrees from any accredited schools.
I am not a Microbiologist.
I am not a Hematologist.
I am not a Medical Doctor.
I am not a Naturopathic Doctor.
I am not a trained scientist [17].
In June 2017, the judge issued the sentence and expressed hope that Young would not repeat what he did in the future [18].
Young and a medical associate (Bennie Stephen Johnson, D.O. of Roswell, Georgia) are also facing a suit by Dawn Kali, who claims that her breast cancer progressed from stage I (localized and easily treatable) to stage IV (widely spread) because she followed Young's advice. The complaint alleges:
- Without any medical support, Young advised Kali to ignore her doctors, forego conventional medical treatment, and allow Young to "treat" her with injections, diet, and other "remedies."
- Young and pH Miracle Living falsely represented that he had credentials to practice medicine and treat cancer.
- Johnson improperly allowed Young and pH Miracle Living to use his name and license as a cover for their unlicensed conduct [19].
In 2016, the Osteopathic Medical Board of California charged Johnson with gross negligence, repeated negligence, and general unprofessional conduct in connection with his treatment of four patients at the pH Miracle Center [20]. In 2017, his license was revoked and he was assessed $20,000 for the cost of the board's enforcement action [21].
Irrational Theories
Young and his wife claim that health depends primarily on proper balance between an alkaline and acid cellular environment that can be optimized by dietary modification and taking supplements. (The degree of acidity or alkalinity of body fluids is expressed as "pH.") But Benjamin Abelow, M.D., who authored the highly respected textbook, Understanding Acid-Base, has concluded that their understanding of biochemistry is deficient. After reading their 2000 book, Sick and Tired?: Reclaim Your Inner Terrain, he wrote:
I read with special care the part of the book that purports to explain the fundamentals of pH to the non-scientist. This section contains basic errors that suggest to me that Dr. Young is not very knowledgeable about this area; his understanding of basic chemistry seems limited. His definitions of fundamental terms such as "hydrogen ion" are poor, and his explanation of what table salt (NaCl) is and how it dissociates in water is incorrect. He gives the same pH values for blood that comes from arteries and veins; in reality, venous blood is more acidic than arterial blood.
The manner in which Dr. Young writes suggests a religious fervor that has nothing to do with science. I saw no footnotes that support his extreme views; in fact, judging by the titles of the journal articles he cites, I saw no citations in either this or another book by him that pertain specifically to the effect of pH on disease. Further, Dr. Young does not describe any of his own experiments that might lead one to think he has a valid scientific basis for his ideas. He makes many extreme statements without any supporting evidence.
From what I can see, Dr. Young does not have any interest in actually *testing* whether his ideas are correct. For example, the simple way to test his assertions about the effects of pH on disease would be to give sick people a couple of teaspoons of baking soda per day mixed with water. Baking soda (NaHCO3) is a base and will alkalinize the person's blood at least as well as any of the dietary manipulations Dr. Young suggests. But he appears not to have done this, or even to have studied the medical literature to see if others have [22].
The same observations apply equally to The pH Miracle, which contains so many dubious passages that it would take a book to respond to them all. Young bases his notions about alkaline nutrition on the writings of Antoine Bechamp (1822-1895), and Gunter Enderlein (1872-1968), who held that microorganisms do not have fixed structures but arise from smaller entities that are always present but shift their form and function in response to environmental influences. The Youngs refer to the alleged entities as "microforms" or "microzymas." Page 21 of The pH Miracle states that "all cells evolve from them to begin with" and that "red blood cells . . . can de-evolve and then re-evolve into any cell the body needs." They also state that "morbid changes in microforms" are spurred by body acidity and that "harmful pleomorphic organisms do not, and cannot evolve in healthy (alkaline) surroundings." They further claim to have videotaped transformations from bacteria to yeast, fungus, and mold and back again. Page 32 of the book claims that "acidification and overgrowth of negative microforms in the body are the root cause of every symptom, illness and disease." However, the notion of pleomorphism is unfounded and was abandoned by the scientific community long ago. The book also advises readers to check their pH, "cleanse" for several days, eat a vegetarian diet that emphasizes vegetables, and take various supplements, including colloidal silver. The foods to avoid include all dairy products, meats, eggs, corn, peanuts, and foods that contain sugar (including most fruits). The food recommendations are based on their supposed effect on body acidity and alkalinity and whether or not they contain "toxins."
The idea that dietary modification can change the acidity of the body is silly. Homeostatic mechanisms keep the acidity of the blood stream within a narrow range. Certain foods can leave end-products called ash. Alkaline-ash foods include fresh fruit and raw vegetables. Acid-ash foods include all animal products, whole grains, beans, and other seeds. These foods can change the acidity of the urine (but not the body as a whole), but that's irrelevant since your urine is contained in your bladder and does not affect the pH elsewhere in the body [23]. Thus, even if "body pH" were a primary cause of disease, the strategies the Youngs propose would not influence it in the way they claim.
- About us. pH Miracle Living Web site, accessed Feb 23, 2010 and Feb 4, 2016.
- Young RO, Young SR. The pH Miracle: Balance Your Diet, Reclaim Your Health. New York: Warner Books, 2008, p 341.
- Figueroa T. Split verdict for 'pH Miracle' author. San Diego Tribune, Feb 3, 2016.
- Barrett S. A close look at Robert W. Bradford and his Committee for Freedom of Choice in Medicine. Quackwatch, May 12, 2011.
- Barrett S. Clayton College of Natural Health: Be wary of the school and its graduates. July 17, 2010.
- The pH miracle story. pH Miracle Living Web site, accessed Feb 23, 2010.
- 1 day private retreat with Dr. Young. pH Miracle Living Web site, accessed Feb 23, 2010.
- Dr. Robert O. and Shelley Young welcome you. pH Miracle Living Web site, accessed Feb 23, 2010.
- Barrett S. Live blood cell analysis: Another gimmick to sell you something, Quackwatch, Feb 23, 2005.1 day private retreat with Dr. Young. pH Miracle Living Web site, accessed Feb 22, 2010.
- Van Bockstaele BB. Kim Tinkham, the woman whom Oprah made famous, dead at 53. Digital Journal, Dec 8, 2010.
- Gorski D. Elizabeth Edwards and Kim Tinkham: A tale of two victims of breast cancer. Respectful Insolence blog, Dec 8, 2010.
- Herbalist in Alpine pleads guilty to reduced charge. Deseret News (Salt Lake City), Feb 5, 1996.
- Jenkins L. Naturopathic technique stirring bad blood. San Diego Tribune, April 11, 2005.
- DA charges two with conspiracy to practice medicine without a license: Defendants using I-V treatments on patients at avocado ranch. San Diego County District Attorney news release, Jan 24, 2014.
- Figueroa T. pH Miracle author to face new trial. San Diego Union Tribune, March 7, 2016.
- Deihj P. Sentencing delayed for pH Miracle author. San Diego Union Tribune, May 1, 2017.
- Young RO. Plea of guilty/no contest - felony. Superior Court of California, County of San Diego., filed April12, 2017.
- Figueroa T. Best-selling 'pH Miracle' author heads to jail. San Diego Union-Tribune, une 29, 2017.
- Complaint. Dawn Kali v. Robert O. Young, Miracle Living, and Ben Johnson. San Diego County Superior Court. Dec 13, 2015.
- Accusation. In the matter of the accusation against Bennie S. Johnson, D.O. Osteopathic Medical Board of California, Filed, July 14, 2016.
- Decision. In the matter of the accusation against Bennie S. Johnson, D.O. Osteopathic Medical Board of California, Filed, April 5, 2017.
- Abelow B. Comments from an M.D. who wpH rote a textbook on pH balance. Amazon.com Web site, Jan 26, 2004.
- Mirkin G. Acid/alkaline theory of disease is nonsense. Quackwatch, Feb 6, 2003.
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Rhythm & Blues Rendezvous celebrates five years of fundraising
Five years ago, Ides of Soul guitarist Greg Daniels and KRCL radio's Brian Kelm organized the first Rhythm & Blues Rendezvous at Rockport State Park.
The idea was to raise money for medical expenses for Andrew Arnold, a boy who lived in Heber who suffered from a rare liver cancer.
The event pulled in more than $1,600.
Daniels and Kelm decided to produce three other Rendezvous in 2010, 2011 and 2012 to raise money to buy musical instruments for children who were patients at Shriners Hospital. The respective events raised $2,921, $2,590 and $3,847.
This year, the Rhythm & Blues Rendezvous, which will be held on Saturday, July 20, at Rockport State Park, from noon to 10 p.m., will benefit KRCL radio, the local community nonprofit station in Salt Lake City.
Although the recipient is different, the goal hasn't changed, Daniels said during an interview with The Park Record.
"The basic premise was to get the families and the musicians, who have known each other for years, together and have some fun," Daniels said. "As all of us musicians were getting older, we were gathering less because we all started having families and even grandchildren.
"So, we thought it would be fun to start an annual get-together, and while we were at it, we could help out a local cause and raise some awareness and money," Daniels said.
Daniels and Kelm selected KRCL this year because the station is a big supporter of the blues.
"The station is important to us local musicians and has supported all sorts of music," Daniels said. "Of course the music that is dear to my heart and Brian's heart is the blues, and of course the station has done the Monday-night blues broadcast for 32 years."
The bands and artists that will perform this year include The Neighbors, River House Band, Tony Holiday Band, George T. Gregory Band, The Soulistics, Blues on First, Ides of Soul and Harry Lee & The Back Alley Blues Band Allstar Jam.
"The most flattering thing to me is we didn't have to ask these guys to play this year," Daniels said. "They called me and asked if we could use them.
"There are some who couldn't be part of the event this year, but have asked if we could put them on a bi-annual rotation," he said. "That feels great, I appreciate the fact that these guys are giving up their talents and time, because all of this is voluntary."
Daniels said the Rendezvous is an important event for these Utah-based musicians.
"Local musicians for the most part have never been really wealthy," he said. "Even some of the more well-known ones are still struggling to afford health care. So, doing an event that helps support organizations such as Shriners Hospital is very important to us.
"In fact, I've had several of these musicians tell me that their nephew or neighbor's kid were patients at Shriners," he said. "So, when they play this event (they) are giving back to the community and, in a way, saying thanks for all the support the community has given them."
The other key reason for this year's event is to say thank you to KRCL for giving local blues music a voice on the radio.
Daniels said he is happy with the feedback and popularity of the Rendezvous.
"Every year we are being contacted by people involved with important causes that need help," he said. "And we're trying to be as good as we can about sharing the love."
Even with the support of the musicians, the Rhythm & Blues Rendezvous would not be possible without the support of Joe Donelle, the manager of Rockport State Park.
"He has been with us since the inception," Daniels said. "And this also helps him, because we're getting people to come and experience the park."
Also, Alan Wilberg of Wylder Production has donated the stage, sound system and lights.
"It's a professional stage that measures 16 feet by 32 feet, and the sound system itself carries 20,000 watts of power," Daniels said. "The whole system would have cost $10,000, and he's providing it for free."
In addition, the local sponsors — Guitar Czar, Island Sound, Carlson Distributing, Pat's B.B.Q., Pierpont Place, Red Butte Garden, Stoneground, Lee Oskar Harmonics, The Bruno Group, Summit Tax Services, The Garage on Beck Street, The State Room, The Sun and Moon Café, Third Sun Productions, Uinta Brewing Company, Xmission, XP Audio, The Travel Clean Car Wash, The Spur Bar & Grill, 350 Main Restaurant, Kamas Food Town and Walmart — have stepped up to make the event happen.
"The local community has been part of the reason we can pull this off," Daniels said. "Thanks to them, our production cost is zero."
The fifth-annual Rhythm & Blues Rendezvous fundraiser will take place at Rock Port State Park on Saturday, July 20, from noon until 10 p.m. Admission is a suggested $10 donation at the gate. Funds will help support KRCL radio. For more information, visit http://www.rnbrendezvous.org .
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Olivia's preschool doesn't allow parents to bring food into the classroom (like, ever) so when I spotted these little bubble wands at the craft store last week I thought they'd be a great "treat" to share with her friends for Valentine's Day. And now with these simple little (free printable!) tags, she can still leave a little message for her secret admirer. Go check it out!
Also, speaking of the beloved portfolio, I am rather disappointed to say that the dynamic view on Blogger is currently down.
Nothing but a big blank page. Sorry if you tried to access it earlier today. For now I've switched it over to a classic view. I really liked the dynamic view better, so I hope Blogger takes care of the glitch soon so I can switch everything back. In the mean time, enjoy! And please let me know if you have any problems with the new layout.
Tuesday, January 15, 2013
New Tutorial: Valentine's Day Bubble Wand Tags
Posted by Katie Lewis at 9:34 PM
3 comments:
- Kristie said...
It is so sad that kids can't bring in treats anymore. But I guess Safe rather than Sorry is the best way of doing it.
Such a fun idea. My kids love bubbles. This will go over great for kids of all ages.
- January 16, 2013 at 12:03 AM
- Kathy Haynie said...
I think the bubbles would be a great Valentine for the teenagers I work with at church. Thanks for the sweet tutorial!
- January 16, 2013 at 12:21 AM
- Emily said...
So cute! Also, yes, the whole no treat thing is super lame. Love this idea though!
- January 16, 2013 at 6:29 PM
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This post was going to begin with one of my occasional bulletins on the fortunes of Luton Town, beloved club of my mate, Simon. However, the man himself has been bitten by the blogging bug and the resultant musings on all things Teradata ( and various other topics) can be seen here.
So instead, I'd invite you to consider the Nordic majesty that is Milford Sound. Nestled in the heart of Fjordland in New Zealand's South Island, this watery expanse evokes awe and wonder, even in a land where jaw-dropping scenery is always just around the next bend.
Milford Sound was itself named after the equally picturesque sounding Milford Haven. Yes, Milford Haven in Wales, site of one of the largest oil terminals in Europe.
I should note at this point that the Welsh Ambassador has demanded that I point out that Milford Haven does have some nice bits.
Moving swiftly on, in the vain hope of avoiding domestic disharmony, my point is, the fact that two things share common characteristics doesn't mean that they are necessarily identical.
All of which provides a somewhat tortuous link to the subject of this post, namely, setting up remote desktop access via a VPN on Mint.
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National Geographic's New Atlas of the Civil War
- Hardcover: 256 pages
- Publisher: National Geographic (October 20, 2009)
- Language: English
- Product Dimensions: 13.7 x 10.7 x 1.1 inches
The good folks at National Geographic sent me a review copy of their new Atlas of the Civil War: A Comprehensive Guide to the Tactics and the Terrain of Battle. I'm impressed. This is one of those books that as a kid I would spread out on the floor in front of the fire and lose myself in for hours. It's FULL size means just that. Images that many of us have seen for years, and many we've never seen, are spread across pages over a foot high. So when looking at the bloated bodies of dead warriors near the Peach Orchard of Gettysburg's Battlefield, it becomes immediately obvious that none have shoes, scavengers having carried them away.
Plainly visible among the troops and civilians crowded inside the walls of Washington's Old Penitentiary on July 7, 1865 (below) to witness the hanging of Lincoln assassination conspirators, is a young boy, apparently unable to turn away from the gallows.
But even more impressive are the maps. There are 88 rare period maps, many published for the first time, and 34 new maps created by the staff of the National Geographic's cartographers led by Carl Mehler. All are in a large format which makes them entirely readable. Almost a dozen orders of battle are also provided along with biographies and timelines.
Editor Neil Kagan and historians Stephan G. Hyslop and Harris J. Andrews, who also collaborated on National Geographic's Eyewitness to the Civil War, have provided excellent commentary and a rich story of the war from beginning to end. Carol Norton, as art director, led the creative vision for what is really a quite remarkable book of art.
I say BRAVO. Highly recommend.


text: ErichPryde Posted February 13, 2013 (edited) I don't know about you guys, but on these cold winter nights, there's not much better than a pipe warming up in your hand. What pipe tobacco are you smoking?I'll start it off with this: I went over to a friend's the other night, and we enjoyed some un-named english he had that had been in a humidor for a while (the cedar was a very interesting touch!) and then I finished off the night with a bowl of W.O. Larsen signature blend in a W.O. Larsen Pot.Bourbon pairs wonderfully with smoke of any kind, and the other night was no exception- I had a mixture of 50% woodford double-oaked and 50% ERSB 90 with a flamed and crushed orange peel to compliment my bowl. Edited February 13, 2013 by ErichPryde Share this post Link to post Share on other sites


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- 4 green onions, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
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Whisk vinegar and garlic in large bowl. Gradually whisk in oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Add rice mixture, pinto beans, cherry tomatoes, green onions, bell pepper, and oregano; toss to combine. Let stand at room temperature 30 minutes to blend flavors. Season salad to taste with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before serving.


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text: Greetings.. This winter, I had to put my LC4 ('99 E) in the garage for three months due to my insurance policy. Since I almost always use the kick-starter, I figured that I did not care if the battery went dead, so I did not even bother taking it out when I left the bike. Sure enough, it was completely dead when I brought the bike out the other day... So I got prepared: put on my left-boot, and started kicking away. I was getting nothing- nada. After about a half hour of trying (and by this time, questioning which position of the emergeny starter was "on".. and having to continusouly switch between the two positions to make sure), I finally rolled it over to a mechanic, who suggested that it was possible that you could not start the bike if the battery was dead. So, I got the battery out, and gave it to him to charge for me - I also noted that without the battery, my spark plug was definitely *not* sparking when I was kicking. Once the battery was charged, I put it back in, and was able to kick-start the bike without a problem. Now me's happy. But was this just a coincidence, or is it not possible to start the bike without a battery? Say my battery just mysteriously dies on me when I am deep in the forrest - does that leave me stranded? cheers.


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How Safe Is Britain's Proud Pound? – Speculators Eye Next Prey
Britain may soon turn into a nation for the government, from the government and by the government.
budgetary and debt problems facing Greece, Portugal, Italy, Ireland and Spain have reinforced (British) conviction that staying out of the euro zone was the right decision. Unlike Berlin, London is not under pressure to come to the aid of Athens.
But speculators have taken aim at the British pound – a favored target. Market pressure on the British currency is not likely to disappear overnight.
Alarm on the Markets
Markets were alarmed … that a close election could make it difficult for parliament to pass a strict package of savings measures. Such political concerns are temporary. More permanent, however, are the fundamental debt and budgetary problems that have fuelled the British currency's downward trend since October 2008.
The problems start with the size of the country's budget deficit. With a budget deficit of 13 percent of GDP this year — Greece's is 12.7 percent — Britain is by far the deficit champion of the G-20 states. Britain has so far avoided an Athens-style crisis primarily (because) unlike Greece, which is facing the need to immediately refinance €20 billion in debt, most British debt won't come due until 14 years from now..
Mass consumer debt in Britain is whitewashed in a similar manner. With an average personal debt of 170 percent of annual income, British households are even further indebted than the Americans. And interest rates kept artificially low by the Bank of England are still feeding this bubble. Sooner or later, a rise in interest rates is inevitable — at which point domestic demand could take a nose dive. (via Speculators Eye Next Prey: How Safe Is Britain's Proud Pound? – SPIEGEL ONLINE – News – International. Parts excised, punctuation provided).
Safe for now
In the short run, Britain may be safe. Redemption 14 years away, debt designated in GBP and issued out of London. With the unraveling of the Bretton Woods, London's reign at the cross-roads of the world capital markets, may be thin and short-lived. A seemingly probable scenario is an increase in interest rates will increase defaults by British households unwinding British banks.
But in the meantime, Britain will need to place additional debt to tide over the next 10 years. Britain (and the world) will see another cycle of recession, inflation and economic dislocation. The main difficulty for Britain will be placement of new debt when the new crises hit the world. Considering the frequency of financial crises, Asian Crisis (1997), the Tech Meltdown (2000), The Great Recession (2008), Britain will face a fresh crises soon.
Will there be takers for British debt then?
Debt and demographics
The other element in this equation is the size of the British public sector. The British public sector with "6.1 million people on the state payroll, (and) an increase of about 900,000 in 13 years."
From a population of some 60 million. And a working population of some 30 million. From a working population of some 30 million, the British Public Sector (significantly) funded by the Government) employs some 6 million.
The coming storm
For every four private sector employee, there is one public-sector employee. If India were to follow this model, the Indian tax payer would be burdened with 10 crore public-sector employees.
Add another 2.5 million unemployed, who are also taken care of by the State. Add another 8.0 million inactive people (largely students) who are subsidized. a working population of some 29-30 million supports 15-17 million people from the public sector, unemployed, inactive. Add to this difficult situation, an aging British population. A perfect recipe for an economic disaster. Most promises of public sector cutbacks are met with disbelief and incredulity.
This may soon turn Britain into a nation from the Government, for the Government and by the Government.
Related articles
- British economy sinks back into recession (abc.net.au)
- This is no way to meet Britain's looming infrastructure challenge (telegraph.co.uk)
- Is Austerity to Blame for the UK's Recession? (thedailybeast.com)
- Chancellor, this new recession isn't Labour's mess – it's yours (guardian.co.uk)
- British recession won't shake government's fiscal plan (cbc.ca)
- Britain's richest people see fortunes rise to record highs (vancouversun.com)
- Eurozone crisis has a long way to go, warns Cameron – The Independent (independent.co.uk)
- Britain in double-dip recession as growth falls 0.2pc – Telegraph.co.uk (telegraph.co.uk)


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Shannon Kook-Chun is a South African and Chinese actor known for having played the character of Zane Park on Degrassi. His father is Chinese and his mother is South African. Argiris Karras encouraged him to try out for the role of Zane Park. They are friends in real life. Shannon has been a guest star in the CBC shows, Being Erica and The Border. He also played the role of Deven Phillips in the show, Baxter with former Degrassi star Evan Williams, who plays Baxter McNab. He also stars as Drew in the popular horror film The Conjuring. He is in the Youtube webseries Carmilla. He plays opposite another former Degrassi actor, John Bregar, in Verona: The Movie, where they both portray gay men. Shannon has stated that he is not gay in real life.
- "Karma, we're either creating it or resolving it."
- "Remember what you love, and go there first. "I love and am grateful for..." a few rounds a day."
- "Fear drags you down. Love lifts you up."
- " Remember life is short; forgive quickly, love truly, & never regret anything that made you smile."
- "You are whole, perfect and complete as you are...searching for yourself in others or in things is an illusion. Look within and you'll see that the true gem you've been looking for outside of yourself was inside, your self, the entire time."
- Shannon was an extra in King of Pain. Source
- He was only a regular for two seasons, but half of each one: the second half of season 10 and the first half of season 11.
- He is not gay in real life.
- Shannon is an Aquarius.
- He is friends with Luke Bilyk, Nina Dobrev, Paula Brancati, and Olivia Scriven.
- His middle name is Xiao Long, which means little/young dragon.
- He starred in the movie, The Conjuring, and a few actors and actresses from Degrassi went to the premiere with him.


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