Monthly Articles
Wendy Vickers
The gift of encouragement doesn't require a paid position or an office. As this boat we are all in gets bigger, it's more important than ever for us to cover each other in support. We need to encourage one another to press on, continue to walk forward, hold fast to our gifts and never, ever give up
As fans and supporters, we need to do two things. One is to encourage the artists' work and talents. Let them know that what they do is valued and being used in the way in which it's intended. The other is to let God do the rest
I've been noticing that one of the hot topics these days is where Southern Gospel is going, and how to best describe it. There seems to be some disagreement as to what is "traditional", what is "contemporary" or "progressive", or even if those latter two categories should even be considered
When I can’t get to a show, I rely regularly on fan reports to learn how things went. Sometimes it’s a bit disappointing when the concert report I’ve been looking for consisted of only three words
It has now been one year since I moved to Nashville. I am indeed having a wonderful life out here. There are enough musical activities going on around town every night to make a person’s head spin
One last concert memory. There's a very special framed picture in my home which was taken backstage at a Dallas, TX Gaither Homecoming concert of me with Taylor Mason, Mark Lowry and Anthony Burger
Some fans manage to distort reality into their own fantasies, doing a very good job of convincing themselves, at least. I've been surprised to note that even gospel music also has its share of fan storytellers and potential fiction novelists
I glanced at my pocket calendar map of the U.S. the other day, the one in which I shaded in every state I've traveled to, lived in or just passed through. My current count of visited states is 21 (yes, I've gained another since last I spoke about this!).
It's not the glamour job it may appear to be on the surface. But, it can be very rewarding to know that by simply being behind the table and helping to sell product, you might play a small role in leading people to an artist who may impact their lives.
So you’re a fan of an artist or a group, you’re enjoying the music, you’re in touch with other fans sharing your joys and experiences. Maybe you’ve made contact with artists and they know you by your face or name. Then one day, it all changes or goes sour
How many times in your life can you think of that a small, everyday action you took ended up having a life changing effect on you? For me, it was simply changing the channel on my TV set. One Saturday evening I came across a gospel music group singing in front of a live audience.
Being part of fan communities can be rewarding… and life changing. You meet lots of people, find long-lasting friendships, important networking contacts, and even discover talents and interests you never knew you had
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