Waves thank you and see you soon

27 Jul ’09 By 1 Comment

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For all those who came out to hear Jenny and me for Break The Chains in Syracuse this past Saturday, thank you. For those that missed it, this is a momento that Judah and I took from back-stage left during Derek Webb’s set. It was an honor to meet him, open for him, and even introduce him. But cooler still was seeing him stay late and intereact with every single person that wanted some of his time; he gave it freely. I apprecite that about him.

In the mean time, I’m off to visit one of my best buds from high school and do some sailing in Annapolis, MD. Can’t wait to get out on the water and unwind. Saturday, Jenny and I shoot a wedding, and Sunday morning we lead worship at New Life as we host Ted and Gayle Haggard. I’m so stoked to meet them, and honored to hear their testimonies in person.

For live updates on my sailing expiditions this week, follow me on Twitter. See you next week! ch:

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Break The Chain

22 Jul ’09 By 1 Comment

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This Saturday I’ll be joining various musicians and speakers for one incredible day, all in an effort to raise awareness and support for the cause of ending modern-day slavery. Jennifer and I have the distinct honor of not only playing for the event at 7:00pm, but we’re opening for–and introducing–Mr. Derek Webb. The suggested admissions donation is $10, and you can find directions on their website or on their FaceBook ad. Things kick off at 12noon with my friend Seth May and Lu. Hope to see you there! ch:

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“Live at the Lyric”: pre-order Collectors Packages; also download NOW on NoiseTrade!

19 Jan ’09 By 8 Comments

Hey Audiophiles! I’m thrilled to let you know that my 9th album is now available for pre-order on our new webstore. “Live at the Lyric,” recorded with guitar-virtuoso Paul Rohling, will be released February 10th, but we’re doing something new with this CD: We’re offering a number of special collectors packages! But these are being manufactured in small runs so supplies are limited. We’re selling them on a first-come, first-serve basis.

NoiseTrade: As a special feature, we are offering you the chance to download the entire album on NoiseTrade.com right now! That’s right! If you’re not famiiar with NoiseTrade, it’s a genius concept started by Derek Webb and his people which allows you to download the CD for FREE (in exchange for five email addresses of your friends), or by setting your own price from $.01 to $100+ (which goes directly to the artist). You’re not supporting some big record giant here…your are helping the artists directly. So check us out on NoiseTrade, and while you’re at it, listen to all the other amazing artists on there! I’m such a fan and honored to be a part of their online community.

YouTube Video Promo: You can also watch a our new crazy promo video here. Apart from our new music and special package offers, Paul and I discuss the CD’s release on NoiseTrade as well as why being bald has helped us and countless musicians like them to be better at their trade. Enjoy!  ch:

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