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The Morning Blend Show is a morning radio show (8 am ET) hosted by Paul Gibbs, giving listeners just the right blend of Indie Christian Artist music, fun facts and trivia, and inspiration for the day! Airs on NoteSpire Radio WNSM-DB Wed & Thurs at 8 am ET. Available as a podcast in case you miss the live shows - subscribe to the show's RSS feed to be notified of new episodes!
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In 1963, the Carpenter family moved to the Los Angeles suburb of Downey, hoping it may provide better musical opportunities for talented Richard. He and younger sister Karen formed The Richard Carpenter Trio with Wes Jacobs, and later performed as a duo. In this special show, host Paul Gibbs brings you trivia and other info about Richard & Karen, and music from "Christmas Portrait", their first Christmas Album released in October 1978. Produced by NoteSpire Music, LLC. www.NoteSpireMusic.com
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This episode has a new release from your host Paul Gibbs, plus songs from Matthew Hawk, Mercy’s Child, Ania, Melissa Smith, Cheryl Elaine, Rick Stevenson, Ronda Lynn and Vanessa Milanesi. Fun facts & trivia? Of course! What was the first state to require license plates on automobiles? Hint: it was in 1901. The Jesscott Music Hour, where the music k…
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Music by Zachary Taylor, Simple Tenants, Richard Lynch, Bubba Chambers, The Scotts, Susan Bowyer, John Pape, Clayton Scott, Andrea Bilderback & Chris Selby, Dan Grim and of course a song from your host, Paul Gibbs. And as always, some fun facts and trivia! What is one of the most misquoted modern phrases? (Hint: it’s not from a movie, but was misqu…
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Joe Neal is guest co-host for this episode. Joe is the director of Christian Media Spotlight which includes Christian Media Spotlight Radio, the CMS radio program, Night Of Hope and much more! Joe joins host Paul Gibbs for the second half of this show, originally broadcast on Thursday April 18, 2024 8-10 am ET. Tune in to The Morning Blend Show, We…
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Being a DIY musician with a DAY job can be challenging. Balancing work life, family, bills, and a whole host of other responsibilities can make it tough to pursue your musical career. In this episode we discuss some practical tips for juggling all of those challenges without sacrificing your dreams.By NoteSpire Music LLC - Paul Gibbs & Nate Miller
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With over 2.35 billion users and counting, Instagram is one of the premiere social media platforms for independent musicians to engage with fans, connect with fellow musicians, and promote their music around the world. Whether your brand new to the platform or have been using it for a while, let's dive into some of the key features and benefits of …
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This time around it’s Sean O’Brien, Gretchen Keskeys, Floyd Foster, Rich Jeffes, Sissy Viscomi, Rachael Kilgour, Linda Boles Laura Williams and Ken Gober. Plus a song from your host Paul Gibbs. And did you know? Twinkies were invented in 1930 – but what was their original flavor? The music keeps going and the blessings keep flowing, on The Jesscott…
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It’s all about the cross of Jesus on this episode, with music from Angie Taylor, Gord Lang, Jay Witham, Beauty For Ashes, Isaiah Six, Kathy Tschida, Jim Worthing, Kelly Wayne, Heather Thomas Van Deren, and your host Paul Gibbs. The fun facts, trivia, and the music flow freely on this episode of The Jesscott Music Hour! Hear the show anytime on majo…
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Paul Gibbs and Nate Miller, co-founders of NoteSpire Music, team up and bring you lots of music fun and trivia on this episode, originally broadcast Wed., March 27, 2024 on NoteSpire Radio. The Morning Blend airs Wednesdays & Thursdays from 8 - 10 am ET on WNSM-DB, NoteSpire Radio. Listen at NoteSpireRadio.com and on the free NoteSpire Radio app! S…
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Malachi’s Ministry starts off this episode, along with Nash Revival, Nate Miller, Sweet Crystal, Joanna Lower, Chris Kibbe, Josh & Hannah Gamboa, and a hymn from your host, Paul Gibbs. The fun facts and trivia continue – what song has been played over 10 million times and appeared on over 11,000 albums? You’ll hear it, on this episode of The Jessco…
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This episode features Kimberly Ward, singer songwriter from New Bern, North Carolina, USA. Kimberly recently was nominated for USA female vocalist of the year, Songwriter of the Year and Emerging Artist Awards for the International Singer Songwriters Association. Her recent songs include It Was Insanity, Letting Go, Just Want To Be Free, Christmas …
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The music continues with Yvonne Hartman, Matt Wheeler, Paul Gibbs, Aryn Michelle, Matthew Hawk, Cassie Clayton, Ken Marsh & Favored, Absolute Faith Project, Reviving Davyd, Shanta Atkins, and a new song from Keith Andrew Grim. Plus lots of fun facts and trivia, including everything you always wanted to know about artichokes! It’s another great epis…
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Cue the music! Mercy’s Child, Joe Prisk, Rosalie, Tirus Twyne, Norman Lee Shaffer, Rose Thorne, Ralph Martin, Alabaster Grace, Paul Gibbs, and Jake France – all sharing music on this episode of The Jesscott Music Hour Tune in to The Morning Blend, 8-10 am ET on NoteSpire Radio, where your host Paul Gibbs is blending some of the best Indie Christian…
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The music keeps going and the blessings keep flowing, with Gloria Eletu, Sean O’Brien, Lisa Daggs, Franklin McKay, Adelaide, Amanda Blankenship, Paul Gibbs, Heartsong, Jana Dukes and Mark Pogue. Who read the first “writing on the wall” (and who wrote it?) find out, on the next Jesscott Music Hour! Tune in to The Morning Blend, 8-10 am ET on NoteSpi…
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Mike Geo is our guest on this episode of The Artist Insight. Mike's latest release is "Be Refined", available on all streaming platforms. With a mastery of multiple instruments, and the ability to self-produce and record himself, Mike is injecting new life into the Christian music industry. His music often navigates themes like anxiety, depression,…
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Got music? We sure do – by Ken Kipp, Pheyland & Natalie, Rachael Kilgour, Sharon C Leonard, Paul Gibbs, “Kenny T” Fuller, Rose Thorne, Sheila J, We Are Heirs, and Judy Rosebrook. The fun facts and trivia continue, of course. What song was claimed to “copy note for note” The Chiffon’s “He’s So Fine”? It’s all on the Jesscott Music Hour! Tune in to T…
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The musical blessings continue, with a new song release from your host Paul Gibbs, plus music from Joseph T Thomas, Joseph Dresen, Sean Rodriguez, Kimberly Ward, Karen Chronister, Laura Hawthorne, Sara Vega, Lana Reese, Rhonda Louise and Final Harvest. The fun facts and trivia continue, of course. Think you have trouble making decisions? Canada too…
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Paul Gibbs, host of The Artist Insight, talks with Swedish singer and songwriter Maria Segerholm in this episode. Maria released "Chosen" in 2022, a song written for her church congregation, which she had no plans of releasing. But God had different plans, and Maria felt called to release it not only in Swedish, but also in English. The Swedish ver…
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This episode features music from Brett Giffen, Jaime Masetta, The Katinas, Don Stiles, Flawssom, Paul Gibbs, Charles Davids, Judy RoseBrook, Samona, Ascent Project and Sara Colyer. The fun facts and trivia continue – (what was the featured product of the first radio jingle, and when was it broadcast?) It’s the Jesscott Music Hour! Tune in to The Mo…
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We've all been there. We have a brand-new song or album ready for release and we can't wait to share it with the whole wide world. But then, once it's out there, suddenly we get hit with a sinking feeling. Maybe it's fear. Maybe it's depression. Maybe it's a combination of things. But the feelings are real and seem to hit every one of us at some po…
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John Accunzo, director of the Souled Out Coffee House in Huntingdon Valley, PA joins show host Paul Gibbs for the second hour of The Morning Blend, with music from Art Salvagno, Beauty For Ashes, Rich Jeffes, Eddy Mann, and many more artists. Original broadcast date: Thursday Feb 8, 2024 8-10 am ET. Tune in to The Morning Blend Show, Wednesdays and…
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This episode of The Artist Insight features guest Justin Rayna, an award-winning percussionist, composer, producer, pianist, performer, dance choreographer, stunt man, acrobat, tumbler, husband and father. His music has been compared to David Lanz, John Tesh, Yanni, Israel Houghton, Drum Corps International and Cirque du Soleil. Justin brings an in…
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There’s lots of music on this episode, with Wande, Sweetlife, Lisa Fenstermacher, Gwen Price, Reggie Campbell, Luke Wareham, Jay Witham, Dan Baker, Blanca, Heartsong, We Are Messengers, Nikea Marie, Heather Thomas Van Deren, and Nancy Michelle. Plus lots of fun facts and trivia on The Jesscott Music Hour! Tune in to The Morning Blend, 8-10 am ET on…
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While the quantity and types of songs you choose to perform may vary from venue to venue, spending just a little bit of time beforehand to select just the right songs and the appropriate order can go a long way towards ensuring your success as an independent Christian musician. In today's competitive music landscape, taking the time to think throug…
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We’ve packed this episode full of music, from Alabaster Grace, Maria Segerholm, Andrew and Alaina Mack, Paul Gibbs, Ken Kipp, Leah Weber, Robin Sidney, Ellen Hayes, Ryan Critchfield, Kira Fontana, and Jason Cork. Plus all the fun facts and trivia you’ve come to expect, all on The Jesscott Music Hour! Tune in to The Morning Blend, 8-10 am ET on Note…
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Scott Day, from Jefferson, MD USA is the driving force behind The Scott Day Band, on a mission to see people experience God’s presence in a way that maybe they never have before. Scott says, "Since He does move powerfully when His people praise Him, praise is something that needs to be expressed not just in a church building and not just on a Sunda…
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The musical blessings continue with Neon Feather, Pauline Williams, Rosalie Hovencamp, Trey Simon, Unseen Cross Bearers, Shawna Cain, Paul Gibbs, The Needhams, and Simple Tenants. Trivia? Ok, where did the Corvette get it’s name? And what game still popular today combined the chance of dice with the spelling challenge of crossword puzzles? And don’…
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Originally broadcast 8-10 am ET on Thursday, Jan 18, 2024. Rosalie Hovencamp, singer and songwriter from South Carolina, joins host Paul Gibbs as his co-host during the second half of the show. The show features songs from Rosalie, lots of fun, and you'll even learn about "Gelica"! Don't miss it! Hear The Morning Blend Show every Wednesday and Thur…
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NoteSpire Music's Paul Gibbs talks with Oklahoma singer/songwriter Cheryl Elaine in this episode. Her latest release is called "Barefoot Daughter", released in December 2023. Cheryl says her creativity flows from her relationship with God, and she, like other creative people, is at her best when she lets that creativity flow. From her website: "Mus…
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Laura Williams, CLACMA, Ralph Martin and Luke O’Neil are a few of the artists sharing their musical gifts with us on this episode. The fun facts and trivia continue – like, who was the brother/sister duo that debuted their variety show on January 16, 1976 on ABC? And what pasta favorite made it’s debut in 1937? We’re also featuring a “Consider This…
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We all know social media is an important tool for promoting ourselves as musicians these days. But how do we make the most of these digital platforms and what can we do right now to improve our artistic brands online? Explore that subject with us on this episode of the Artist Impact podcast.By NoteSpire Music LLC - Paul Gibbs & Nate Miller
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Happy New Year! We start the year off with Jennifer Sides, Jim Worthing, Jim Nelligan, Layla Capri, Mike ‘n Michelle, Eugene Rotger, Paul Gibbs, Yvonne Hartman, Ronnie Horton, and Mercedes Nodarse. And, we’ve got a “Blessings From The Ranch” devotional from Phil Lewis. It’s another great episode, so don’t miss it! Congratulations to Matt & Carol Fr…
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It's a new year. 2024! And along with it comes the opportunity for massive potential growth for us as musicians and artists. But successful growth doesn't happen by accident. It takes serious and intentional dedication to our craft and ourselves. Let's talk about some real, concrete strategies to help you set smart and achievable goals this calenda…
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Heather Thomas VanDeren joins Paul Gibbs as guest co-host for the second half of The Morning Blend morning radio show, originally broadcast on NoteSpire Radio Thursday, Dec. 28 2023. The show features songs from Heather as well as a few other artists, and some fun, but meaningful, talk about the music, Christmas memories and traditions, and ..... f…
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Our last Christmas-themed show for 2023 includes music from Aryn Michelle, Paul Gibbs, Mary Ellen Barlow, Yvonne Hartman, Brigid, Scott Cramer, Final Harvest, Jordan Smith, Shelley Wilson, The Fosters and The Travis Lee Band. The fun facts and trivia continue – what is the most recorded Christmas song in history? (Hint: It’s not White Christmas) an…
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Merry Christmas! We’ve got Christmas music from Anthem Lights, Final Harvest, show host Paul Gibbs, Elizabeth Eason, Athena, Yvonne Hartman, Girl Named Tom, Rosalie, Katy Tschida, and Sara Wallingford. Plus LOTS of Christmas fun facts and trivia! Like: What was the biggest Christmas gift ever given? And, what is “grog”, anyway? And why are Santa’s …
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This episode features an interview with David Paul Brooks, known as “DPB” has been captivating audiences for years with his electrifying performances. This Billboard charting positive rap artist is also a songwriter, motivational speaker, clothing designer, author, actor, director, producer, and filmmaker. DPB started as a solo artist and later bec…
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This episode features a conversation with Cathy Werst Staton, whose artist name is "Flawssom". (Flawed but made an Awesome Blossom in Christ Jesus.) Her latest single is "Don't Worry", and can be heard on Soundcloud, Spotify and all major music platforms. Also check out her YouTube channel for some awesome videos! Find Flawssom on FaceBook: https:/…
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The Christmas & holiday music continues, with Hero Azuquo, Athen, Amber J Heart, Doug Irving, Anthem Worship, a “Blessings From The Ranch” devotional from Phil Lewis, Ricky D Broniste, B Boyd, & your host Paul Gibbs. What’s your favorite Christmas song? Go to NoteSpire Music on FB or Instagram, let us know in the comments and be entered in a drawin…
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The 1st Christmas episode of the season starts with Girl Named Tom, plus Colton Dixon, Becky Wright, Debbie Bergeron and Stacy Gabel. Phil Lewis’ “Blessings From The Ranch” devotional reminds us to be wise with the money and resources God entrusts to us. And there’s music from Suzanne Hodson, Athena, Vincent Poag, Paul Gibbs and Lynne Modranski. Fu…
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Vanessa Milanesi is a contemporary Christian singer/songwriter from New Jersey. In this interview with Paul Gibbs, she talks about how the Lord brought her out of a difficult situation involving secular music, to writing, recording and performing Christian music. Her EP, "Bits & Pieces" is a musical testimony to the Lord's faithfulness. Vanessa won…
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Gina Miller is our guest on this episode. The wife and mother of two has a music career based on half a decade of life experiences – some traumatic. It is these encounters and more that have driven and molded this small town Pennsylvania native into a blossoming country music singer/songwriter. Music and medicine have been constants in Gina’s life,…
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We’re celebrating 400 Episodes! Jim Worthing kicks off this episode, followed by Jerry Duncan, Lauren Daigle, KristeNicole, Marcus & Jaylyn McGill, The Cashmans, Sweetlife, Sara Colyer, Paul Gibbs, Joanna Lower and James Scott Nelson. And for those asking, “Where’s the Christmas music?” – it starts next week! We’ll feature Christmas and holiday mus…
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NoteSpire Music host Paul Gibbs talks with Grace Graber on this episode. In many ways, Grace Graber is the voice of a rising movement full of people who believe that maybe both faith and mental health matter — in fact, maybe they’re inextricably intertwined. “This ministry, the rest of my music, none of this is about me,” Grace is quick to say. “It…
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This time it’s Karen Peterson, Julia Schmidt, Justin Lynn, Naomie, Mark Nicholson, Paul Gibbs, Katy Nicole, Scott Day Band, Witness and Rosel Labone. Our devotional this time is part of our “Blessings From The Ranch” series by Phil Lewis, titled “Eternal Rewards or Sinful Pleasures?” And, why do we eat turkey on Thanksgiving, anyway? We’ve got the …
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The Jess Zimmerman Band is a Country Rock Band formed in 2015 and based in Southeastern PA. Although not billed as a Christian band, their love for God and their desire to honor Him shines through all their music. The band was nominated for five awards in 2022 at the Nashville Josie Music Awards Show, including: "Entertainer of the Year", "Best Roc…
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We’ve got music from Antwan Jenkins, Charles Grace, March Forth, Mercy’s Child, Paul Gibbs, Blair Davis, Ron Druck, Re-Creation 44, Luke Heather and Only One Way on this episode! Plus, more fun facts and trivia, like, “What state has the most fast food establishments per capita?” Don’t miss this episode of The Jesscott Music Hour! You’re gonna get …
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