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Paul Baloche: Singing about The Same Love

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Paul Baloche is one of those whose music I'd always loved but never knew him by name. I only knew his songs whether sung by him or someone else, that is until about 8 years ago. Since then, Paul has been one of my "go to's" for worship. His songs are honest and easy to sing and "most times" easy for me to play. HA!! Who doesn't remember "Open The Eyes of My Heart" or "Above All," written with Lenny LeBlanc or "Hosanna?" These are all great songs! I can't be sure of this, but I would venture to guess that Paul's songs, whether written by just him or with others, are probably the most songs heard, during a worship service in churches around the world or small groups, etc. What I find amazing about Paul Baloche, is that he is not stingy with his songs "i-ther." : ) He is quick to share his tips and tricks in workshops, worship magazines, DVD's or his website. Allowing a sometime simple worship leader like ...

Aaron Kusterer is fluent in the Language of Emotion

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I love instrumentals!!! I love that feeling when the music totally moves you from sways to getting deep inside the soul and unleashing emotions buried. I've no doubt that guitar enthusiasts already know about this amazing guitarist. And I've no doubt that people like me, who aren't musicians but just love music will know the name "Aaron Kusterer." Aaron's latest release "Language Of Emotion" is definitely the guitar lover's LP!! Lots of influences here, i.e. Joe Satriani, the "Steves" . . .Lukather & Vai and one of my favorites; Lee Ritenour. This album, Aaron's 2nd release is a very sophicated effort without being stuffy. This is not a show off, "see what I can do" album. Aaron is definitely fluent in his skills and he just wants to communicate what's on his mind. He's taking us on a journey and he wants you to sit back and take it all in. Listening to his album over and over, I can't help but think of t...