Category Archives: Music

In Fatuis Dei

Posted on April 21, 2012 by Jerry Wilson

I was raised a good Catholic boy (yeah, yeah, I know – where did I go wrong; something my mother often wondered). Part of this upbringing including being severely taught to show the utmost respect for priests, nuns and all … Continue reading →

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New at Examiner.com: Steve Scott’s “Emotional Tourist” is the thinking Christian’s art

Posted on April 6, 2012 by Jerry Wilson

My latest at Examiner.com. It’s fitting on Christendom’s most solemn day – Good Friday – to remember how Christ’s passion and death were foretold in brutally beautiful poetry by the prophet Isaiah: “But he was wounded for our transgressions, he … Continue reading →

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Hello, Old Friend

Posted on April 3, 2012 by Jerry Wilson

I was in a rather productive state of being yesterday morning rolling into the hours past lunch; doing dishes and laundry, filling out a octet of job applications while quietly noting no matter when the day may come I was … Continue reading →

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Oh Yeah, Examiner.com

Posted on March 30, 2012 by Jerry Wilson

Finally motivated myself to post at Examiner.com. As repeated below: “Sticks and Stones” by the 77s hurts only those who don’t give it a listen Jerry Wilson Oakland Evangelical Examiner + Subscribe   It seems odd that in today’s Christian … Continue reading →

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Rock The Nation One Final Time

Posted on March 4, 2012 by Jerry Wilson

Last week was rough. First Andrew Breitbart died unexpectedly, leaving behind a wife, four children and a legacy of conservative activist journalism many, including myself, have pledged to carry forward. Then this morning, I learned that Ronnie Montrose passed away … Continue reading →

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A Guitar I’m Afraid I’m Going To Have To Take A Pass On

Posted on January 19, 2012 by Jerry Wilson

I love Gibson guitars. I really do. I’m fortunate enough to own a couple. I also enjoy window shopping cyber style by going to their website and looking at all the different models, more than a few of which I’d … Continue reading →

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“… with a red guitar on fire…”

Posted on December 11, 2011 by Jerry Wilson

I believe I’ve seen the Edge with a Strat once or twice… Good enough reason for a post for me!

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Requiem for an Electronic Wizard

Posted on April 11, 2011 by Jerry Wilson

Vic Trigger. Hometown hero who should have made it big, but didn’t. Made one record in 1977. Passed away from cancer in 1996. Oh, how that man could play guitar.

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One Of Our Brothers Needs Our Help

Posted on April 4, 2011 by Jerry Wilson

Tom Gulotta, who’s worked with different Christian rockers for many years, has posted this on Facebook concerning Terry Taylor of Daniel Amos and Lost Dogs fame: To any and all who been blessed by the life and gifts of Terry … Continue reading →

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Hey Man, Sing Me A Song

Posted on March 18, 2011 by Jerry Wilson

Lately, I’ve found myself listening to more quieter music than the norm. I don’t believe it’s a case of mellowing as the years trot by; for example, I love the new Violet Burning record which is anything but gentle meek … Continue reading →

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