#inspired by Beth Moore

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Make a big deal out of God because He is a big deal

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Amen! 🙌

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A lucky collector will be able to purchase one of Louis’ white label vinyls through auction to benefit the Brit Trust. [Article]

The White Label Auction in Aid of The BRIT Trust – the world’s only known auction of “white label” test pressings – takes place next week on Tuesday, 6th June 2023. This year it will have more than 200 lots of highly collectible ‘white-label’ test pressings – the most offered in the four editions of the auction to date since it began in 2019.

The online/on-site auction is once again being hosted by music memorabilia and vinyl records specialists Omega Auctions from their Newton-Le-Willows (Greater Manchester) base. The full catalogue can be accessed here.

Fans and collectors can bid from a huge selection of white label test pressings that rarely come to market, with some even signed by the artists such as The Cure, Frankie Goes To Hollywood, New Order, and Wilko Johnson.

The UK’s record labels led by Universal Music UK, who founded the event with the BPI, along with BMG, Domino Recordings, Cherry Red, Sony Music Entertainment UK, Warner Records and others, each year join forces to curate a broad selection of white label auction lots to raise funds for the vital work of music industry charity The BRIT Trust – which promotes education and wellbeing through music and the creative arts to support causes that include the BRIT School and Nordoff and Robbins.

In January the BPI reported that vinyl albums had recorded a 15th year of consecutive growth in the UK, with over 5.5m LPs purchased in 2022. This rising demand for vinyl has in turn resulted in a growing archive of white label test pressings – so called because there is no sleeve artwork at this early stage – which record labels produce ahead of the full release of an album to ensure its audio quality. With only a handful produced, these first-off-the-press copies are snapped up by collectors on the rare occasions they become available, as evidenced by the huge interest in the three White Labels Auctions to date, which between them have raised around £100,000.

White label test pressings by the following artists:

Arcade Fire / Beth Gibbons, Portishead / Black Grape / Blind Faith / Blossoms / Brian Eno / Bryan Ferry / Budgie / Buzzcocks / Calvin Harris & Dua Lipa / Calvin Harris, Katy Perry & Pharrell Williams / Calvin Harris & Sam Smith / Camel / Caravan / Celeste / The Charlatans / Chemical Brothers / Christy Moore / Corinne Bailey-Rae / Cream / The Cure / Daryl Hall & John Oates / Deep Purple / Derek and The Dominoes / Dexy’s Midnight Runners / Diana Ross / Dio / Dirty Pretty Things / Donovan / Doves / Duffy / Dusty Springfield / Ed Sheeran / Emeli Sandé / Eric Carmen / Eric Clapton / The Ethiopians / Eurythmics / The Fall / Fairport Convention / Frankie Goes To Hollywood / ightened Rabbit / Gary Moore / Gaz Coombes / Genesis / George Ezra / Graham Parker / Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five / Gregory Isaacs / Helloween / Inspiral Carpets / Iggy Pop / J Hus / Jacob Collier / Jake Bugg / The Jam / Jamie T / Joe Cocker / John Martyn / John Martyn & Beverley Martyn / John Mayall / Joni Mitchell / Julian Cope / Justin Hayward and John Lodge / Karl Hyde / Kate Nash / Katie J Pearson / Kelis / Kid Creole / Kings of Convenience / Koffee / The LA’s / Laura Marling / Level 42 / Led Zeppelin / Lindisfarne / Linton Kwesi-Johnson / Louis Tomlinson / Ludovico Einaudi / The Lumineers / McAlmont & Butler / Madness / Manic Street Preachers / Marianne Faithfull / Mark Ronson & Miley Cyrus / Mark Knopfler / Meat Loaf / Melt Yourself Down / The Members / The Mighty Diamonds / Mike and The Mechanics / Mike Oldfield / MJ Cole Moby / Monty Python / The Moody Blues / Motorhead / Mott The Hoople / Nathaniel Rateliff / Nazareth / Neneh Cherry / New Order / Nicholas Briteli / Noah and The Whale / Nothing But Thieves / Nova Twins / Orchestra Manouevres in the Dark / Pale Fountains / Paloma Faith / Paul Weller/ Penguin Café Orchestra / Pete Townshend / Pete Townshend and Ronnie Lane/ PiL / Pulp / Quincy Jones / Rag ‘n’ Bone Man / Rainbow / Rhys Lewis / Richard & Linda Thompson / Rick Wakeman / Rizzle Kicks / Robbie Williams / Robyn / Roger Waters / Ronnie James / Rory Gallagher / The Ruts / Sam Cooke / Sandie Shaw / Sandie Shaw & The Smiths / Sandy Denny / Scissor Sisters / The Scorpions / Scott Walker / Selecta’s Choice Series / Sex Pistols / Shed Seven / The Silvertones / Simple Minds / The Skatalites / Sparks / The Slits / Soul II Soul / The Specials / The Spice Girls / Squeeze / Status Quo / Stereophonics / Steve Winwood / The Stone Roses / Supertramp / T-Rex / Tame Impala / Tangerine Dream / Teardrop Explodes / Tears For Fears / The Teskey Brothers / Therapy? / Thin Lizzy / Tom Speight / Travis / UB40 / The Undertones / Underworld / UNKLE / The Vaccines / The Vamps / Van Morrison / Various: Blue Note / Various Folk / Various Dance - John Morales and others / Various – Little Big Lies / Various – NOW Yearbooks 1980 - 1985 / Various – The Wanderer / Various – Soul / Various – Sound of the Suburbs / The Verve / The Wedding Present / The Who / Wilko Johnson / You Me At Six

See here for full Omega Auctions catalogue list of featured titles.

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Get In Line: Cocaine Bear Review

Pictured above is the “Cocaine Bear” poster.

Image Credit: Universal Pictures

So, usually I cover movies that are straight horror, but I decided to do something different and discuss this movie. This movie has an insane premise with an interesting story that inspired the movie. Usually, horror comedies are hit and miss for me, but I decided to give it a watch. Let’s get straight to the spoiler free review and hope no cocaine addicted bears are around.

Cocaine Bear is a 2023 horror comedy thriller directed by Elizabeth Banks who also produced this movie, Produced by Max Handelman, Aditya Sood, Brian Duffield, Phil Lord, and Chris Miller. Cocaine Bear is written by Jimmy Warden, and the soundtrack is done by Mark Mothersbaugh. The cast involves Keri Russell as Sari, Alden Ehrenreich as Eddie, O’Shea Jackson Jr. as Daveed, Ray Liotta as Syd, Isiah Whitlock Jr. as Bob, Brooklynn Prince as Dee Dee, Christian Convery as Henry, Margo Martindale as Ranger Liz, Jesse Tyler Ferguson as Peter, Kristofer Hivju as Olaf, Hannah Hoekstra as Elsa, Ayoola Smart as Officer Reba, Aaron Holliday as Kid (Stache), J.B. Moore as Vest, Leo Hanna as Ponytail, Kahyun Kim as Beth, Scott Seiss as Tom, Matthew Rhys as Andrew Thornton, and Allan Henry as “Bear Performer”.

The Plot:

An oddball group of cops, criminals, tourists, and teens converge on a Georgia forest where a huge black bear goes on a murderous rampage after unintentionally ingesting cocaine.

Positives:

One positive I have about “Cocaine Bear” is that it knows what it is, and what I mean by that is that it’s a movie about a bear on cocaine, that alone sounds crazy, but they have fun with that premise. The real black bear died on December 23rd,1985 after eating a large amount of cocaine from the containers, the total amount of cocaine that was eaten was 75 pounds which was worth $20 million ($55.6 million, adjusted for inflation).

Pictured above is the ambulance scene from “Cocaine Bear” (2023)

Image Credit: Universal Pictures

The second positive I have about this movie was the dark humor throughout, the reason I loved the dark humor throughout as some of the death scenes are so unexpected and over the top that you can’t just help but laugh. The dialogue was creative and some characters’ reactions to certain situations had me laughing.

The final positive I have about this movie was the cast as they understood the assignment, the acting reminds me of an 80’s b-horror movie. Keri Russell nailed her performance as Sari, and I must give props to the child actors (Brooklynn Prince and Christian Convery.) But this does have some drawbacks which we’ll get to.

Pictured above is the door scene from “Cocaine Bear.”

Image Credit: Universal Pictures

Negatives:

One negative I have is the lack of character development. I know it’s not supposed to be taken seriously, but I would’ve enjoyed seeing how each character’s story progresses since they are all intertwined. Another negative I have is that I felt that the movie wasn’t scary enough, I know the real bear died via overdose, but can you imagine how terrifying would it be to have a 500-pound black bear high on cocaine chasing you. I honestly wish they could have played up on the fear factor.

My Overall thoughts:

While this movie has some negatives, don’t let them affect your viewing experience as it’s one of the movies where you turn your mind off and eat some popcorn. If you enjoy campy, gory, and darkly comedic horror movies, this one is for you. But I’m glad that studios are letting directors make the movies they want even if they are based on…as I said before insane backstories. This movie is amazing in its own way with its over the top violence, comedic timing, and action throughout which only increases its re-watchability.

Pictured above is Cokey the bear getting high on cocaine. “Cocaine Bear” (2023)

Image Credit: Universal Pictures

Where to watch “Cocaine Bear” (2023)?

Peacock

Blu-Ray and DVD

Digital Retailers.

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Another interesting month! I started July strong with my ongoing obsession with Minx by Sophie Lark and delved into some of Sophie's mafia books. I also did a reread of one of my favorite Harlequin Dare series by Lauren Hawkeye which is a modern retelling of Little Women Except They Fuck (Beth's book Playing Dirty, was my favorite). I got to read some new releases like Tracey Livesay's The Duchess Effect (a solid sequel; this book definitely doesn't fall into the trap of adding manufactured drama to drive a wedge between couple that's already together) and Sierra Simone and Julie Murphy's Snow Place Like LA (adorable). I figured out some of my limits when I attempted Anne Rice's The Claiming of Sleeping Beauty and Harley Laroux's Losers Part II. On the other hand, I realized I'm willing to read anything anything Sierra Simone writes as I venture into reading her Thornchapel series. Anyway, here are some standouts this month:

In Which Matilda Halifax Learns the Value of Restraint by Alexandra Vasti

If there is anything that gets you excited about an author's upcoming novel, it's a free novella with a heroine who secretly publishes erotic cartoons and uses the hero as inspiration, unbeknownst to him. Of course Ashford finds out and he's PISSED. So he storms to London to confront Matilda about exactly how she knew about his ass tat and kinky proclivities, and she (somehow) ends up as his sister's art teacher. It had gorgeous chemistry, great banter, and I'd strongly recommend it.

A Caribbean Heiress in Paris by Adriana Herrera

Reading An Island Princess Starts A Scandal last month and loving it is what convinced me to read this prior novel and surprise, I ended up adoring this book as well. I am in awe of Adriana for writing race the way she does in historical romances, as well as feminism in a way that doesn't feel shoehorned, but rather, it feels natural and period-accurate, while still being relatable to a modern audience. And of course, Luz Alana and Evan's chemistry is off the charts; he's a smooth man (and biiiig and hellbent upon reveeeeenge; really, what more do you want?) and she's spirited and determined to carry on her family's rum legacy while also being an innovator in the field. I said this regarding An Island Princess too, but I hope this book will one day be regarded as a classic and set the standard for diversity in historical romances.

A Lesson in Thorns by Sierra Simone

The sole Sierra Simone series I had not read because the deluded part of me was scared of the "gothic" vibes. Anyway I finally decided to buck up and give it a shot this month and I wasn't disappointed in the least. It's classic Sierra Simone (complete with references to her other works; and we know this is set in the same universe as the New Camelot series) which means there's kink, queerness, and a throuple complete with a dom trying his best, a tragic little sub (ok St. Sebastian is a sub and Embry Moore was a switch, but that being said, the pining vibes are STRONG in both of them), and a gal with a masochistic streak and some kinda prophecy attached to her. I enjoyed the witchier aspects in this one (pagan, if you will; my sister and I have a running joke where every time someone on TV or in a book refers to paganism derogatorily, we'll be like IT'S US, but lucky for the Thornchapel gang, they got their rituals okay-ed by a priest so...), and the final ritual sex scene (which ended up being more women-centric than I thought in the best way) and its aftermath (more sex yay).

The Perfect Scandal by Delilah Marvelle

CW: Discussions of self-harm and suicide

@jeanvanjer always comes through with older historical romance recs. Zosia is a Polish countess and amputee who is trying to get married in England ASAP for geopolitical Reasons. Lord Moreland is a politician and stickler for propriety who finds himself propositioned by Zosia through her bedroom window which faces his bedroom (we love a proper man cracking one window kiss at a time). From there, things pick up: there's a great carriage sex scene, they attempt to run away to America, she gets kidnapped by a Russian (a dastardly! blond! Russian! who deserves his own book if there was any justice in the world) and taken away to Russia. If you like your HR with a strong side of political drama and family mystery, I'd absolutely recommend this book.

The Dare by Harley Laroux

The author provides a list of content warnings and kinks in the beginning and I'd strongly recommend reading them

A twist on the popular bully/victim trope; Jessica is a couple years out of high school and attends a Halloween party in her hometown where she runs into the guy she used to bully in high school, Manson Reed (I know). After she loses a dare to him during beer pong, she agrees to be his slave for the rest of the night and from there, shit gets wild real fast, and by wild, I mean a lot of sex, a lot of degradation, and there are clown masks involved... among other things. I couldn't particularly get into the following books, Losers Part I and II, but this novella on its own was great.

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Y’all have heard enough from me this year! I’m a menace on social media, I know. So, this month I asked a cohort of Legal Marketing Association leaders and friends to answer this question: “What LMA accomplishment/experience has meant the most to you this year so far?”

Here are the responses — I hope you smile as much as I did while reading these.

This is a remarkable community and that’s because of YOU! (And, yes, here’s another playlist - hyperlinks below - this time focused on the amazing women in music who have long energized my soul. Women who inspire, challenge, slay, shine…on Apple and Spotify. Enjoy!)

Thank you to these wonderful souls for their contributions to this September message: M. Ashraf Lakhani, Laura V. Hudson, Walter McCorkle, Lauren McNee Doherty, Ashley Stenger, Raven Hicks, Beth Cuzzone, Jennifer Griffin Scotton, Trish Lilley, Amber Bollman, Danielle Smith, Sarah Ryan, Andrew Laver, Jacob Eidinger, Sally Schmidt, Julie Holton, Deborah Brightman Farone, Jason Klika, Ashley Holloway Black, MS, PHR, Joseph Edmonds, Jessica E. Haarsgaard, Amy Verhulst, Robyn Addis, Justin Portaz, Cheryl Bame, Dave Poston, Esq., Laura Gassner Otting, and Dave Bruns.

And additional shout outs include Brianna Leung, Caitlin Balsimo, MBA, Alé Simmons, Susan Slifer, Holly Barocio, Rachel Klopp (Moore), and Michelle Hernandez, MBA,.

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A New Song in Your Mouth

Today's inspiration comes from:

Get Out of That Pit

by Beth Moore

"He put a new song in my mouth, a hymn of praise to our God. Many will see and fear the Lord and put their trust in Him." — Psalm 40:3

"'You will have a new song in your mouth — that’s the second way you’ll know you’ve waved goodbye to the pit. Right after the psalmist tells us that God sets us on the rock and gives us a firm place to stand, He tells us God gives us a new song: He put a new song in my mouth, a hymn of praise to our God. (Psalm 40:3)

Every one of us was born for a song. Even the one who can’t carry a tune in a bucket. Even the one who wouldn’t mind church so much if it weren’t for the singing. The one who just doesn’t get it — and doesn’t think she wants to.

Reflection Question

Right after God sets us on the rock and gives us a firm place to stand, what, according to Psalm 40:3, is the very next thing He does?

“I have swept away your offenses like a cloud, your sins like the morning mist. Return to me, for I have redeemed you.”

Sing for joy, you heavens, for the Lord has shout aloud, you earth beneath. Burst into song, you mountains, you forests and all your trees, for the Lord has redeemed Jacob, He displays His glory in Israel. — Isaiah 44:22–23

Personal Application

Have you begun to hear a God-song in your heart? Can you put words to your song? If it is an actual song that you can sing, sing it!

Speaking to one another with psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit. Sing and make music from your heart to the Lord, always giving thanks to God the Father for everything, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. — Ephesians 5:19–20

God gives us a new song.

A God-Song

Sing to the Lord a new song, for He has done marvelous things; His right hand and His holy arm have worked salvation for Him. — Psalm 98:1

You were born for a God-song. Your heart beats to its rhythm and your vocal cords were fashioned to give it volume. A God-song in the simplest man’s soul is greater than any symphony. It’s more than emotional intoxication or getting lost in the moment. It’s the unleashed anthem of a freed soul. A song expresses something no amount of spoken words can articulate. No amount of nonverbal affection can demonstrate. Music is its own thing, especially when instruments and voices respond to the tap of the divine Conductor. Nothing can take a song’s place. If the outlet gets clogged, the soul gets heavier and heavier. And nothing on earth clogs the windpipe like the polluted air of a pit.

Reflection Question

“Your heart beats to the rhythm of a God-song, and your vocal cords were fashioned to give it volume.” What is a God-song?

My heart, O God, is steadfast, my heart is steadfast; I will sing and make music. Awake, my soul! Awake, harp and lyre! I will awaken the dawn. — Psalm 57:7–8

Personal Application

When you’re in a pit, you may be singing a song, but it’s usually not a God-song. What are some of the Enemy’s songs that you’ve been singing? If you can’t think of an actual song, make up a song title that fits your situation. (Think country, and have fun with this!)

I will praise you, Lord, with all my heart; before the “gods” I will sing your praise. — Psalm 138:1"'

Excerpted with permission from Get Out of That Pit: A 40-Day Devotional Journal by Beth Moore, copyright Beth Moore.

[celtfather]

Streets of Derry #613

Visualizing walking the Streets of Derry listening to the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast.

JuhaRossi, Scottish Fish, Lily Bentley, Arise & Go, Mary Beth Carty, Tim Cummings, Pete Sutherland, Brad Kolodner, Alli Johnson, Corey Purcell, Victoria Johnston, Gordon McLeod, Clare Sands, Brian Finnegan, Brad The Piper, Voice of Lir, The Celtic Kitchen Party, Brass Lassie

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THIS WEEK IN CELTIC MUSIC

0:02 - Intro: Tamsin Silver

0:25 - Juha Rossi "Glen of Aherlow (feat. Valentine Fatout - Bineau)" from Irish Tunes on Mandolin

3:48 - WELCOME

5:37 - Scottish Fish "Freefalling" from Upscale

9:35 - Lily Bentley "Ploughboys in the Gloaming" from Norwood Gothic

12:52 - Arise & Go "Slides & Polkas: Cuz Teehan's #1 / Cuz Teehan's #2 / Mairtin O'Connor's / The Ballydesmond / Jessica's Polka" from Meeting Place

17:29 - Mary Beth Carty "Blueberry Mountain" from Crossing the Causeway

21:36 - FEEDBACK

26:14 - Tim Cummings, Pete Sutherland, Brad Kolodner "Farewell Dundee • Babe of Bethlehem" from The Birds' Flight

29:51 - Alli Johnson "Streets of Derry" from Into the Hollows

34:00 - Corey Purcell "Polkas (Gas Station Sushi/Whiskey and a Fiddle)" from Undaunted

37:13 - Victoria Johnston "Tar Liom" from Where the Lights Glow

Pronunciation: Tar Liom-Tar Lohm

40:41 - Gordon McLeod "Twelve of Sheila's Lads" from Still Fiddlin'

44:22 - THANKS

46:44 - Clare Sands & Brian Finnegan "Dealán Dé"

Pronunciation: Dealán Dé-Deal - awn Day

50:36 - Brad The Piper "Cradle 2 the Grave" from The Forgotten Game

55:05 - The Celtic Kitchen Party "The Ottawa Jail Song" from Lobster Tail and Beer

1:00:07 - The Elders “Moore St. Girls” from The Secret World of Celtic Rock and American Wake

1:04:22 - CLOSING

1:06:13 - Brass Lassie "Moch Diluain Ghabh I 'n Cuan" from Brass Lassie Pronunciation: Moch Diluain Ghabh I 'n Cuan-Mac Diloon GHav in Gyuan-That GH is a bit of gutral back of your throat kind of thing.

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Tom Morley emailed around St Patrick's Day: "Marc, Our Chattanooga - based band Stringer's Ridge played a concert on St. Patrick's Day at the John C. Campbell Folk School in Brasstown, NC. (I am there on the faculty at the famous folk arts school usually once a year teaching beginning or intermediate Irish Fiddle.) We had a wonderful crowd and it was a great way to spend the best Irish day of the year! I am enclosing several photos of us at the historic Keith House where we put on the concert. (Tom Morley - fiddle, Fran Morley - bodhran, Bryant Haynes - guitar)

Thanks for all you do to promote Irish trad music!"

STRINGER'S RIDGE

Marilyn S. Hansen sent a photo about Easter Rising Band: "14 seminarians got together years ago in St. Louis and developed an Irish band. Most of them are married now. They play at each other’s weddings, but they also have regular gigs. The interesting part is how their kids take part… This is last year‘s celebration. I was out of town this year celebrating my sister’s birthday the day before St. Patrick’s Day. Thought I’d send you last year’s photo. I’ll send you a few that they’ve sent to me for this year.

EASTER RISING BAND

Pete Watson emailed St Pat's photos: "Hi Marc, The Bookends had a fabulous time playing a number of shows throughout Ontario around St. Patrick's Day.Attached is a photo of Miriam (left) and Cait (right) on St. Paddy's Day for our gig at The Rec Room, Toronto, with our regular special guest bodhrán player extraordinaire, Romano Di Nillo.Romano is just back from 4+ years with Come From Away on Broadway and we were so glad to have him with us for these shows.The venue was handing out some "paddywhackery" to attendees and these 3 couldn't resist putting some on!"

THE BOOKENDS-PETE WATSON

Bruce Cummings, a Piper emailed a photo: "Hey Marc!Just to say how much I enjoy listening to the Celtic music you provide. You asked for pictures from St. Patrick's Day 2023, so here's a couple. I am part of the Lane Fire Brigade Pipes and Drums in Eugene Ore. We had a great weekend piping in the area.Keep up the good work!"

BRUCE CUMMINGS PIPER

Jim O'Connor of Boston Blackthorne emailed a photo: "Hi Marc -hope you had a fabulous holiday!

Boston Blackthorne played 3 nights in Western MA, centered around St Patrick’s Day as well as the big parade (the nation’s oldest) in Holyoke MA.We played to crowded enthusiastic fans in Northampton MA and Holyoke MA.But perhaps the best gig (and story) was the one that arose spontaneously back in the lobby of our hotel after our St Pat’s evening show.

The hotel lobby is most frequently empty but this night is was crowded with about 100 boisterous folks from Minnesota, visiting Massachusetts to support a Women’s college Hockey team.

We were approached by the unofficial spokesperson who pointed at our guitar and fiddle and asked, “Can you really play those?”

I answered of course we can, and this is your lucky night!Not only has your party been invaded by musicians, we are an Irish band and this is St Patrick’s Day! We proceeded to unpack our instruments and did a set of singalongs like Charlie on the MTA for the Boston connection.Halfway through the set our wives came into the lobby -my wife grumbled to Pete’s wife, “This party is going to keep us up all night!”Pete’s wife Maureen looked a little closer and exclaimed, “Hey that’s Jim and Pete in the center of it all!”They joined the fray, we had the best gig of the year playing for this group of strangers from the Midwest, wonderful folks who doubtless went home with a great tale and the definition of the work “Craic!”

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On Fire in the Spirit

Inspirational Words “This is our time on the history line of God. This is it. What will we do with the one deep exhale of God on this earth? For we are but a vapor and we have to make it count. We’re on your team. Direct us, Lord, and get us on our feet.” – Beth Moore Today’s Word Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. — Romans 12:11 NIV Thoughts on the…

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10 Fascinating Facts About Pink, the Rockstar Singer

How did singer Pink get her name? Pink has admitted she was given the nickname pink because of her genitals. The 'What About Us' singer - whose real name is Alecia Moore -famously took her nickname from Steve Buscemi's character Mr. Pink in 'Reservoir Dogs' but has admitted the origin of why that became her moniker is very raunchy. Introducing Pink Pink is a multi-platinum award-winning singer and songwriter, who’s had an incredibly successful and diverse career spanning nearly two decades. Releasing her debut solo album Can’t Take Me Home in 2000, Pink quickly became a global pop star, amassing a slew of awards and honors as well as legions of devoted fans. While her music is unparalleled, her personality is just as magnetic — with Pink’s outspoken views and daring public persona making her one of the most memorable and well-known figures in music. To celebrate Pink’s amazing career, here are 10 fascinating facts about her: 1. Pink is her birth name Her real name is Alecia Beth Moore, and Pink was given to her by a former schoolmate who thought she had a "unique" look. The name stuck and she continues to go by Pink in her career and everyday life. 2. She’s a vegetarian Pink is a known supporter of animal welfare and has been a vegetarian for over two decades. 3. Her music has been sampled by other artists Pink’s hit single “So What” has been sampled by rap artist Drake in his song “Forever” and also by Iggy Azalea in her single “Fancy”. 4. She’s an outspoken activist Pink is an outspoken activist for a range of social issues and has spoken out in support of causes such as LGBT rights, animal rights and body image. 5. She’s won 14 Billboard Music Awards In addition to Grammy Awards, Pink has won 14 Billboard Music Awards and been nominated for even more. 6. Her first album features Dr. Dre Pink's debut solo album Can’t Take Me Home features a track called “My Vietnam” that features Dr. Dre, who was a big supporter of Pink's early career. 7. She’s acted in a movie Pink made her big screen debut in the 2006 film Cats & Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore. 8. She used to have a tongue piercing Pink had her tongue pierced for several years until she eventually decided to remove it. 9. She’s sold over 80 million copies of her albums Pink has sold over 80 million copies of her albums and singles combined, with her biggest album being 2001’s Missundaztood. 10. She has her own clothing line In 2011, Pink launched her own line of accessories and apparel called "Truth About Love". Pink is an inspiring figure in the music industry and is known for her artistry and activism. Her success is undeniable and her talent is undeniable — turning her into one of the most well-known figures in music today. Read the full article

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30 Inspirational Beth Moore Quotes that Will Ignite Your Faith

30 Inspirational Beth Moore Quotes that Will Ignite Your Faith

1: 30 Inspirational Beth Moore Quotes that Will Ignite Your Faith Beth Moore reminds us through her own life, that we all can have such amazing impact in this world, as we’re simply doing what God’s called us to do. Watch Now 2: 10 Ways a Man Makes His Wife Feel Ugly without Saying a Thing Before I dive into this topic, it’s important know one thing: A woman must, above all, understand she is…

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Steven Curtis Chapman To Be Named First BMI Icon At The 2022 BMI Christian Awards

      Nashville, TN – Broadcast Music, Inc.® (BMI®) will celebrate the extraordinary and inspirational career of Steven Curtis Chapman by presenting him with the BMI Icon Award at the Company’s annual BMI Christian Awards, to be held at BMI’s Nashville office on June 14, 2022. Chapman will be the first Christian music artist to be honored with the prestigious BMI Icon Award. BMI President and CEO Mike O’Neill will host the ceremony with Leslie Roberts, BMI AVP, Creative, Nashville.

    The BMI Icon Award is presented to songwriters who have distinctly and profoundly influenced the music industry, leaving an indelible and unique influence on generations of music makers. In receiving this accolade, Chapman will join an elite group of songwriters who have received BMI’s highest honor. Previous recipients include Barry Manilow, Brian Wilson, Carole King, Dolly Parton, Kris Kristofferson, Merle Haggard, Sting, and Nile Rodgers.

    “It is truly an honor to celebrate the inspirational career of Steven Curtis Chapman by presenting him with our BMI Icon Award,” says Leslie Roberts, AVP, Creative, Nashville. “His career has spanned three decades, and he has provided countless songs of peace, comfort, and faith to millions of fans worldwide. His name is synonymous with Christian music, but his collaborations across genres have broken boundaries and helped to spread his message of hope and light to all who hear the songs he’s written.”

            Steven Curtis Chapman is the most awarded artist in Christian music history. With a career that has spanned over thirty years, he has received 59 Gospel Music Association Dove Awards, five GRAMMYs®, and an American Music Award. He has had 49 No. 1 singles, sold more than eleven million albums and has ten RIAA-certified gold or platinum albums to his credit.

   He has collaborated with, and had his songs recorded by, other renowned artists in the Christian music world including BeBe Winans, CeCe Winans, Amy Grant, Casting Crowns, Mercy Me, Geoff Moore, and others. His songs of hope have also crossed genres, seeing collaborations Billy Dean, Glenn Campbell, Gary LeVox of Rascal Flatts, Ricky Skaggs, Brad Paisley, and Lauren Alaina.

    In 2017, Chapman also became a best-selling author with his memoir Between Heaven and the Real World: My Story. A vocal supporter of adoption, Chapman, along with his wife Mary Beth, founded Show Hope in 2003, a nonprofit organization that helps restore the hope of a family to orphans.

   In addition to Chapman’s award, BMI will also crown the Christian Songwriter, Song and Publisher of the Year, as well as salute the writers and publishers of the past year’s 25 most-performed songs from BMI’s Christian catalog at the invitation-only event.

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Alecia Beth Moore. P!nk.

 This woman means the world to me. Actually,she means more than that,she means everything to me.

She is my everything.

I kinda lost my roots,my passion in the past few months,got of the track.

But I’m coming back. I know that she is the only thing I need and as long as I got her in my life, I should be doing good and am happy.

I neglected that and I noticed the consequences, I got into a very dark place. Didn’t know what to do with myself,got lost. And I feel guilty, guilty for not having her present, even tho I know that when I got her, I’m feeling better.

But then there are those moments when I listen to her after a long time. Ad I “come back to life “ again.

Hearing her voice immediately calms me down, relaxes me. Makes me feel like home. This woman completely leaves me in awe. With evrything she does.

Listening to new songs fulfills me,shocks me and reassures me why she’s such a big part of my life. There is nothing that makes me feel the things she does. 

And as many times I’ve tried to explain what she means,is to me, what I feel for her, how she makes me feel, I always try again and again,but fail.

Cause it’s something special, a wonder, undescribable.

I doubt that people, that don’t have something or someone similar in their life, will ever understand that or get how it feels like.

It’s like a bond. Invisible but yet so much stronger than anything I have ever known.

I’m 23 years old and she has been there for 19 years. Since I can think. She’s literally always been there. And always will. I can’t and don’t want to imagine a life without her.

This year,10 years ago, I saw P!nk for the first time ever, after it being my biggest dream for years.

I still remember exactly what my first thought was when I saw her up close, like 2 meters apart from me.

Can’t wait to see her again soon. Seriously can’t wait, fuck I’m so excited.

I love this woman. I adore her, I absolutely adore her. I look up to her, admire her. I am so so proud of her, how far she has come, what she has achieved.

And am so lucky&beyond grateful to have her in my life.

She makes me feel so much,so many emotions, that I don’t even know how to express them. I’m just overwhelmed.

Happy,calm,relaxed,at peace but also super hyped.

She’s the only thing that can make me go from 0 to 100 in like one second. Who makes me cry with just one note.

Who absolutely breaks me with a new record, leaves me speechless, destroyed and confused.

I owe her so much. I owe her my life. She saved it, multiple times. Literally.

And that’s how I know that it’s something special, a bond, beyond this world.

She’s my rock,my happiness, my hope, my strength, my motivation....my everything.

Thank you.

You’ll always guide me the right way, I know that.

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P!nk: Resilience, Empowerment, and Iconic Style #P!nk 🌟 P!nk: The Voice of Resilience and Empowerment Welcome to the captivating world of Alecia Beth Moore, better known as P!nk! In this video, we'll dive into the career and inspirational journey of this incredible singer. 🎤 Musical Genius: Unveiling P!nk's Career Join us on an exciting musical journey through P!nk's career, from her rock beginnings to global stardom. Her music and incredible vocals have become a symbol of resilience and self-empowerment. 👑 Iconic Style: Exploring P!nk's Fashion Statements We'll explore P!nk's iconic style that always turns heads. From bold stage outfits to everyday looks, she remains true to herself and inspires her fans. 🎶 Anthem of Strength: Songs That Inspire Millions Experience the best of P!nk's songs that have inspired millions of her fans. Her music always encourages courage and the expression of inner strength. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe to our channel to stay tuned for more captivating videos about your favorite stars. Tell us in the comments who you'd like to see in our future videos. Your input shapes the future of our content! 🌟🎶 #Pink #MusicLegend #Resilience #Empowerment #IconicStyle #MusicalJourney #VocalTalent #Inspiration #Courage #PinkFans #FashionIcon #Strength #PopMusic #SelfEmpowerment #IconicLooks #MusicInspiration #Glamour #PopCultureIcon #PinkLegacy #MusicFashion #VocalPowerhouse #ChartToppingHits #PinkMusic #PinkInfluence #PinkEmpowerment #MusicVideoMagic #VocalPerfection