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. .

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


Saw you guys at the Grand Ole Gospel in Knoxville. Could not believe your blend and sound. Little David Young (former Couriers piano player) told me before you sang that you had a great group.
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

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