In a message dated 3/1/02 4:41:19 PM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
> A record label that puts out Christian music. A real growth segment > in the last decade. A real good pal of mine, and an incredible musician of some industry renown, frustrated with mainstream labels, has been courting so-called Christian labels to get his second recording contract. While his music certainly has a spiritual message, and he identifies as a committed Christian, his true love is good old-fashioned rock-and-roll. He has been impressed with the "biz" aspects of the Christian labels, but is fearful of their knowledge that potential crossover artists may use them as a mere stepping stone. His so-called Christian music is quite edgy (I love it); therefore, he has closeted his rock-and-roll loves around those in positions of influence to further his career. The problem with my pal. He has respect, but no love for JM! Don't worry LA JMDLers, some of you have met him, but I make sure he keeps his JM distaste in the closet as well! I still think he could do a mean version of Two Gray Rooms. On a final note. I have nothing but respect for Christian labels. From what I have been told, artists celebrating a Christian theme in their music were in no-man's land before the advent (pun intended) of these so-called labels. I love some good old tent revival gospel music. I also have friends who exclusively listen to music with a spiritual appeal. I feel happy they have a place that realizes many among us long for such CDs. I know NUTHIN about the music biz (except by osmosis from this List) but have been told artists making the "Christian Labels" successful today hadn't near as many avenues 15 years ago. No regrets, Coyote Rick Casa Alegre Hollywood, California "Only fools are afraid to be burned by fire..."
