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Jan 08 2016

#111: Sound Design, Building Companies, & Infinite Creativity With Eric Persing [Podcast]

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We have a whole collection of electric toothbrushes that are all in different keys.” – Eric Persing

A quote like that is what makes me love Eric Persing. Eric is the founder of Spectrasonics, a company specializing in developing World Class software ‘virtual instruments’ since 1994.

He has produced dozens of the sampling industry’s top selling titles and gone on to create the award-winning Omnisphere, Stylus RMX, Trilian, Atmosphere and Trilogy software virtual instruments. Eric’s ground-breaking instruments and sound libraries are the best selling and most widely used in the world. Spectrasonics products are in constant use on thousands of major film, television, music, game and multimedia productions.

In this conversation we talk about sound design, the building of Spectrasonics, staying inspired, and so much more. Eric and I were on a Skype call and he shows us some of his instruments at the top of the interview. I apologize you won’t be able to see those instruments here on this audio podcast. You’ll just have to imagine the awesomeness.

Enjoy!

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Jan 04 2016

What Every Worship Team Needs To Do This Year

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This past Sunday I asked my worship team a question:

“How can we better connect with our congregation in 2016?”

After the usual sarcastic remarks of getting rid of the stage, passing out tambourines at the door, and inviting anyone on stage, the conversation became beautiful. We began to discuss what it would take for us to connect with people and for our people to connect with God.

Here are some of those insights:

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Dec 31 2015

#110: The Music Of Delirious, A Pioneering Spirit, & Guitar Gear with Stu G [Podcast]

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“Once you’ve tasted a little bit of pioneering, you never want to settle.” – Stu G

It’s refreshing to talk with someone who has had decades of experience doing the same thing without a jaded heart. That’s why I love Stu G. Stu is one of the founding members of the band Delirious, an incredible guitarist, and one who has had a massive influence upon modern worship in so many ways.

In this chat we dive into some of Stu’s Delirious memories, his transition from the band to what he’s doing now, as well as his new project “Have You Heard” – music which predates Delirious. And for you guitar players out there, we geek out for a bit about Stu’s live setup and signal chain.

Enjoy!

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Dec 18 2015

#109: The Grace of God, Productivity, & Itinerant Ministry With Brad & Rebekah [Podcast]

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So great to have two of my good friends, Brad & Rebekah on the podcast today. They are both great worship leaders and songwriters who travel to churches all over the world, leading worship and equipping worship teams.

In this conversation we talk a lot about what it takes to be a self employed artist – how to structure your week, stay on top of bookings, manage details, schedule creativity, and more. We also talk about their new Christmas album, Gift of Grace.

Enjoy!

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Dec 15 2015

What My Kids Are Teaching Me About Worship

It’s fascinating to watch my kids grow up – to be on the other side, watching them experience life for the first time.

Just the other day Tyler was talking to Siri on my iPhone. This is a common occurrence. Both of my kids consider Siri a friend and it’s evidenced by the long conversations. At this particular moment, Tyler asked Siri for “Paw Patrol,” his favorite show. In an instant, Siri replies, “Looking up all the results for vagina.”

In that moment I realized the journey that awaited me as a parent. And I also realized it was time for Tyler and Siri to hang out a bit less.

Kids are constantly learning and so, so vulnerable. It’s really insane.

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