COLORADO show!
Anyone out there near the Denver, CO area???
Some really cool friends of mine are putting together a fun show in Greeley this May. You should make a night of it if you’re nearby! It’d be great to see you there!!!
Anyone out there near the Denver, CO area???
Some really cool friends of mine are putting together a fun show in Greeley this May. You should make a night of it if you’re nearby! It’d be great to see you there!!!
OOOOHHHH, CAAANNNNAAADDDAAAA!
I made it! I’m here in another country…across the river. Today started awesome with a lively Christian school chapel concert at 10am. They were actually shouting for CDs by song 3! That’s never happened…and it’s the one gig that Samme told me NOT to bring any CDs! The Chinese food was really good, though.
I picked up the borrowed car, and it’s a beauty; a soulfully vintage ’95 Ford Aspire. The speedometer doesn’t work so I can go as fast as I want! Oh yah, and here’s the promised picture…2 words;
This thing is sitting in a NY garage on the Lake Ontario coast, and Louie will fire it up for you – It’s ready to roll!!!
I crossed into Canada this afternoon, stopped to catch a glimpse of the Niagara Falls, and headed to lasagna with a friend I haven’t seen in…gulp…25 years! Our families lived in Bangkok, Thailand together. He’s now a worship leader here and was able to sneak me into the youth gathering. Here’s the rundown; Canadian audiences are quite reserved – I misplaced my capo somewhere – my voice took a dive in the middle of the show – I nursed some tea afterward – inhaled some steam – and…well…it was kind of a challenging night. I’m thankful for my friend’s warm hospitality, his capo, his family’s generous support, and the comfy bed that’s calling my name! How cool to have a friend like that; a brother in Christ, reunited from around the world!
I pray God used my feeble ramblings somehow in the lives of teenagers today. I pray my voice recovers for tomorrow. If you’re the prayin’ type, keep me in mind…
Read MoreYaaaahhhh, what a day! It started with the ‘ol free hotel breakfast, but it went down well, and I had some good solitude with God with Psalm 41 as the soundtrack…”You never fail to stand me tall in your presence so I can look you in the eye” (v. 12 – The Message). I am so thankful for God’s faithfulness and nearness, especially on these solo trips. I hit the hotel gym and then got to work on the concert scheduling, a little web maintenance, and writing and returning emails.
Samme’s mom had to have stress-tests at the hospital, so he’s there with her and I’m on my own for lunch. I decide to walk a few blocks through the bright, blinding, bitter cold. I am the ONLY person outside. No one else is walking…anywhere! There are no sidewalks. Anyway, I survive lunch, work some more back at the hotel, get through #10 on Blender’s new song list, watch all the U2 Letterman performances on YouTube, and get picked up for the service tonight; Oasis Christian Fellowship’s Tuesday night Bible study. Samme is back. His mom is doing better. Everyone shares prayer requests. After prayer, Samme introduces me with the same introduction he gave me 10 years ago at GMA week in Nashville; “If you just got here…you’re just in time…for Justin Fox!” It was a flashback in the best way. It’s so great hanging out with Samme again! His Tuesday night group is a warm, responsive, welcoming crowd, and I had an amazing time worshiping with them, sharing my songs and singing together. It felt like a big living-room. I was honored to be a part. Afterward, I was blown away by everyone’s generosity at the “tent” table (Samme called the merchandise “tents”…like, along with the apostle Paul, I’m a tent-maker and these CDs, DVDs, shirts, beanies, etc…are my tents…so he encouraged everyone to check out all my camping items…I LOVE IT!!!). I even met a guy; Lou, who decided to let me borrow his car this week, so I wouldn’t have to rent one (“forgettaboutit” he said)! He also has a motorized surfboard…for reals…I will see it tomorrow and try to take a picture.
—dinner with the team at Uno’s and hoping to get rest for my early chapel service tomorrow morning, the drive into Canada, and another evening concert…
Day 2 down!
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The band and I tried to hold it together last Sunday morning at The Outlet [ROCKHARBOR’s Junior High gathering] but it was impossible as my 12 year old took us all to SCHOOL with her rockin’ chops and killer voice! The last time she joined me on stage in Richmond, VA they all chanted “Hannah! Montanna!” and she, of course, signed way more posters than me…
I’m so proud of her!!! Here’s a few more pics of this historic paring. I can’t wait for the next time!
CALLING ALL SONGWRITERS!!!!
I’ve had an amazing time writing, recording, publishing, and sharing my songs these last 15 years, and thankful for the privilege of recording 10 albums (and working on the next!). Last summer, I was invited to teach a few seminars at Mt. Hermon’s Songwriter Retreat, and it sparked a passion in me for inspiring and guiding other creative folks, so…..
I am holding my first-ever:
SONGWRITERS INTENSIVE!
SATURDAY, MAY 16 :: 9AM – 1PM
Halecrest Club, Costa Mesa, CA
It is limited to ten people so that we can give lots of attention to individual song critiques. The cost is $75 and should be paid in advance to secure your spot.
Topics:
Lyrics
Melodies
Song Critiques
Collaboration
Publishing Relationships
Starbucks coffee and Heidi’s Famous Scones are included!
You can pay by check, credit card or PayPal at www.justinfox.com. Please let me know your interest as soon as possible. Sign-ups are first come, first served.
Checks to:
Justin Fox Ministries
3007 Donnybrook Ln.
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
or call me at 949-294-7039 to use your credit card over the phone
I’m really excited about this opportunity to encourage and equip other writers!
Thanks for considering being a part!
We had a great day in the studio yesterday, recording bass for the new album! We camped out at Donnybrook Studios here in Costa Mesa as Joe Servia recorded the rest of the bass guitar. Our producer Brandon Bee was on hand of course, creating the MAGIC:) We’re excited for how it’s all coming together! Here’s a quick, behind-the-scenes Facebook Video of the adventure, plus some pictures. Enjoy!
Thanks for sharing this journey with us!!!
