I grew up around gospel music all my life. My parents used to
attend concerts at the Akron Baptist Temple even before the plane crash and
still have some of the old books about the Blackwood Brothers from back then. My
parents also worked for the Gospel Chords from Youngstown, Ohio for many years.
I have also had the pleasure of working with Billy when he was the youth pastor
at the Hendersonville Chapel. However, that is enough of that. I really just
wanted to tell you that I am very happy to see you carrying on the Blackwood
Brothers name. I have looked through your site and loved taking the trip back in
time. It takes me back to the old 78 rpm's that my dad still has of them. I hope
that one day soon I can order some of the old stuff on the website. Please
continue to share the gospel with your music and I truly loved listening.
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God Bless, Doug
You guys are totally awesome! I am not a religious man but you
most definitely brought light into my life with your music. I do not have enough
words to tell you how you made me feel when I made a stop over in the US. I was
staying with friends who attend church regularly and was invited to go along.
You guys were there as guests and my life has never been the same. Thank you for
bringing joy into my life with your music.
Paul, from the UK
Thank you for continuing the Blackwood Brothers. I had no idea
the group was still going. I was searching for CDs so I did not have to transfer
my scratchy LPs to disc when I stumbled on your web site. I was a kid when the
Blackwood Brothers came to Anchorage, Alaska sometime in the 1960s. Otherwise, I
knew the group from LPs. Thanks for continuing the tradition in your own
way.
Timothy Miller
I found your great new web site. Terrific, as one would expect
from a Blackwood. Your father (and all the Blackwoods) would be proud, as I know
your mother is. All the best to you all.
Dan Johnson
Last Night I was watching a replay of Larry King's 30th
anniversary celebration of Elvis' death, and as the camera showed his favorite
record collection, there it was, right in front, PARADISE ISLAND, recorded in
1959, February 4 and 9, and April 23, in Nashville, Tennessee: Recording
Engineer: Bob Farris. It was extra exciting, cause that album is sitting in the
front of my record collection, also! Your music is the BEST!
Howard
I was a resident at three crosses boys ranch Strawberry
Point,Iowa in the late 70's. Charlie Hunt was the group home manager and friends
with the members of your group at that time. Charlie would take us to your
concerts and afterwards we (the staff and all of the boys who went) would go
back stage and hang out with you guys and even go out to eat at a nice
restaurant. We got to ride in your bus several times; you were all very kind to
us boys. Most of the boys were from broken homes so to be around Christian role
models was really neat. I learned a lot from that group home and I been a
Christian for over 20 years. So thank you for the fond memories.
Aaron
WOW! The concert tonight at Marco Presbyterian was an
overwhelming success......everyone just loved the quartet and Jimmy your message
at the conclusion was right on target. Thank you so much for the blessing! It
was nice of you to take the time to stop over afterwards, we enjoyed visiting
with you and hope you felt the same. Thanks again for a wonderful evening and
we'll look forward to seeing the group again.
Brent
My name is David Carlock, my father and grandfather were great
supporters and fans of the Quartet. I grew up in St. Joesph, Missouri under the
pastorate of Hilton Griswold the former pianist for the group in the 50s. We
spent many evenings in his home singing and listening to his music. The
Blackwoods were much a part of my early life and have influenced my family
greatly. I was 12 years old before I found out that all pastors did not sit on
the end of the piano bench to preach and play the piano!!
Dad passed away
last year and went home, where he had a great crowd of friends and loved ones
waiting.
Your music still is a bond to those early days and Hilton and my
dad. Thanks for all you do in His name.
David
Carlock
Thank you for continuing the Blackwood Brothers. I had no idea
the group was still going. I was searching for CDs so I did not have to transfer
my scratchy LPs to disc when I stumbled on your web site. I was a kid when the
Blackwood Brothers came to Anchorage, Alaska sometime in the 1960s. Otherwise, I
knew the group from LPs. Thanks for continuing the tradition in your own
way.
Timothy Miller
Bethel, Alaska
I have loved the Blackwood Brothers for over 50 years (and I am
only 56!).
I just watched several videos of your current group on
YouTube.
You guys are still GREAT!
Keep up the good work and God bless
you.
Prof. William Morrison
MidAmerica Nazarene
University
Olathe, Kansas
You have the best website I have seen.
Looks like you are carrying the banner well.
Look forward to seeing you anytime you are around Knoxville TN area.
Ken Hickman
Lenoir City, NC
I recently attended two of your concerts in Ft. Myers and Cape
Coral, Florida and shortly thereafter was diagnosed with an agreesive type of
breast cancer. I cannot tell you what a blessing your CD's have meant to me
especially the song...God Leads His Dear Children Along. I have been so
encouraged by the message. Thank you for your service to the Lord and may our
Lord continue to bless your ministry. I hope to see you again the next time you
are in this area. Your prayers will be appreciated.
In
Christ,
Linda D.
I was at your concert at the First Baptist Church in Bath Maine
and I enjoyed the program. Your sound is beautiful and your energy is
amazing.
Michale Rankins
Bowdoin, Maine
We just returned from your wonderful concert at Grace Community Chapel in West Gardiner, Maine. We are new fans, so I guess that makes us new citizens of Blackwood Country, so we Rejoice! Your were, each one of you separately, and of course together, such a blessing to our congregation and friends. You are obedient to the calling the Lord has on each of you, and that comes through in your music, your sincerity, your enjoyment of each other AND your audience. We pray that you will return to Maine again next year, especially to our little chapel. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Enjoying your love of the Lord and entertaining us will remain a highlight of 2007. May God's blessings continue to shower you.
Steve & Judi Russ
Hallowell, Maine
