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Every Moment by THE MG Band

Every Moment

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20 band members, 12 songs, 6 genres, 1 purpose. "More Than Music."

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    Good News 3:52
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    Choose To Love 3:33
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    Every Moment 2:55
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    It's A Beautiful Day 2:41
    It's A Beautiful Day
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    I Need You Lord 3:04
    I Need You Lord
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    Lay It On The Line 4:03
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    Grace 4:19
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    Rolling Like I Should 2:19
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    Waiting For Your Heart 3:16
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    I'm Callin' 2:56
    I'm Callin'
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    That's What I'm Hoping Tonight 3:20
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    Sweet Dreams 2:25
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The Back story

I. Good News 

The album starts with Good News!  And what better genre for a Christmas song than gospel? After all, the word "gospel" literally means "good news!"   The great philosopher Charlie Brown once asked an important question that each of us get to ask:  "Can anyone tell me what Christmas is all about?"  We've all heard the glorious response:  "I bring you good news of great joy that is for all the people.... a Savior... Christ, the Lord."  The amazing vocals from JP shout to the world, "We've got a Savior!  And that's Good News!"

Lead Vocal: John X. Polk "JP" 
Background Vocals: Lizzie, Michelle, MG 
Keys, Bells: MG
Trombone: Jeff Young   
Trumpet: Toshiro Chun   
Saxophone:  Eric Stehle  
Guitar: Scott Newquist 
Bass: Brian Hunter
Drums: RobTZ   

II. Choose to Love

This song speaks to healing social injustices. This song speaks to the the compassionate people in ministry who share their hearts and their time and their money even when they get rejected or are unappreciated.  This song speaks about the person who doesn't seek accolades from people.  This song encourages us to "Choose to love" in every circumstance.  Scott's acoustic guitar is really fantastic. David's guitar and Jim's bass provide outstanding fullness and depth. Hobie's drums make the song come alive. Jamison, Michelle, and Lizzie's background vocals provide a truly spectacular choir sound. And of course,  Lizzie's lead vocals are beyond incredible,  truly bringing out the meaning of the song.  

Lead Vocal: Lizzie 
Background Vocals: Lizzie, Jamison, Michelle, MG
Keys & Strings: MG 
Acoustic Guitar: Scott Newquist 
Bass: Jim Bartley 
Guitar: David Dillon 
Classical Lead Guitar: Brian Hunter
Drums: Hobie 
Creative Scarf Mallets / Cymbals: Lizzie

 

III. Every Moment

This is the title cut of the album. I wrote this song for Janet after she had experienced a serious health issue. The surgery was successful, and Janet is well. Nevertheless, life-threatening experiences remind us of the delicacy and privilege of life.  Life is short.  So, let's make it count. As I previously mentioned, I dedicate this album to Janet, who has taught me what it truly means to treasure Every Moment. Sydney (cello) and Ashley (violin) give this song heart. They are so gifted.  

Lead Vocal: MG 
Background Vocals: MG   
Keys: MG   
Cello: Sydney Ashley 
Violin: A. Beausoleil Snow

IV. It's a Beautiful Day

I sang this song to Abbey - every single day.  Oh, did I mention that Abbey was my dog?   To help Abbey wake up,  I would sing this song to her every morning.   She seemed to like it.   And yes, she was a tad spoiled.  Coolest thing about this song: my daughters sang it.  To have my daughters on the album was a dream for me.  Very cool.  On another note,  Jeff didn't know it, but he gave me the idea to give this song a New Orleans Dixieland Jazz vibe.  He had come over to practice a different tune, and said that he and the other horn gurus were going to do a Dixieland gig.  That's all it took.  The wheels started churning and bam!  Out came the song.  If you've been to New Orleans, you've heard some fantastic Dixieland Jazz.  It's a "feel-good" vibe.  As you can hear, Jeff, Eric, and Toshiro were really amazing.  And Casey on the stand-up bass brings it home.  Great musicians with great attitudes.   

Lead Vocals: Lizzie, Michelle 
Trombone: Jeff Young 
Trumpet: Toshiro Chun 
Clarinet: Eric Stehle 
Saxophone:  Eric Stehle 
Stand-Up Bass: Casey Cormier
Drums:  John X. Polk "JP" 

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