Music

A country music legend, Wynonna Judd, gave a phenomenal performance at the People’s Choice Country Music Awards, leaving everyone in the room on their feet, applauding and shouting for more.

Country music is a diverse and wide-ranging genre. It includes everything from old-school country music like that from Hank Williams, Johnny Cash and Merle Haggard to today's country music. Country musicians such as Sam Hunt, Luke Bryan and Thomas Rhett get a lot of attention today even though it is essentially pop music with a little twang.

Some musicians popular back in the 1990s and earlier are still going strong. Willie Nelson, Dolly Parton and Wynonna Judd are still singing and playing those country tunes. The Judds were and still are one of the biggest names in all of country music. 

In a clip posted on YouTube, Wynonna takes the stage and puts on a heck of a show as she dazzles the studio audience and those watching at home while singing  “I Saw the Light” and “No One Else on Earth.” 

“No one else on earth
Could ever hurt me
Break my heart the way you do
No one else on Earth”

Unlike many musicians who dance, twist and flip about the stage during their performance, Wynonna only needs to stand in front of a microphone to show that she’s still got it. Her voice still sounds terrific after all these years of performing and turning out hit after hit. The audience wholeheartedly agrees. They are on their feet, singing and dancing throughout her 5-minute performance.

With such a strong and surprising performance like this, hopefully, Wynonna will have many more years of taking the stage and sharing her beautiful voice with audiences to come. Even those not country music or Wynonna Judd fans will conclude that she sounded great.

Psalm 95:1 “O come, let us make songs to the Lord; sending up glad voices to the Rock of our salvation.”

Check out this beautiful song titled ‘After The Rain’ from AGT’s Golden Buzzer winner Laura Bretan.

“The clouds are dark, the storm is real, I've tried to fight the way I feel, but sometimes life
Can just pour down on you, but you calm the wind and ease my fears, you wash away 
All my tears and softly say, the light will soon break through, after the rain
The sun comes shining in, after the rain, all things are new again, you stand with me”

What a stunning performance of this wonderful song! And it showcases Laura Bretan’s amazing voice so well.

The song ‘After The Rain’ was written by Billy Aerts, Scott Lynch, and Kimber Terry, and the music video for the song is truly enchanting. Many people online shared their thoughts about the new song and how much they loved it.

“Once again, she came from the skies to sing for us. You are an angel, Laura!” comments one person on YouTube after watching the music video.

“Beautifully performed Laura. The scene is well selected and filmed to enhance the natural power of your lyrics and the heartfelt impact of your voice in humble worship. Well done,” writes another person online.

Laura Bretan first started singing in church at 4 years old. She was also the winner of Romania’s Got Talent and was a finalist on America’s Got Talent back in 2016 when she was just 13 years old. When she sang an opera song at her AGT audition, she received a standing ovation and a ticket straight to the live show after getting a Golden Buzzer.

“That didn't just happen,” Simon Cowell said to Laura after her audition. “You came out like a jelly, I didn't think you were going to be able to talk… and then that just happened. I have never heard anything like that in all the years I've been doing this show.”

Over the years, Laura Bretan has grown even more in her vocal abilities, and it is amazing to see where her talent has taken her! 

A group of gifted bluegrass musicians turned in a stunning and thoroughly enjoyable cover of a beloved classic from the legendary actor and singer Frank Sinatra, “Fly Me to the Moon.”

There are some musicians who, because of their impressive and influential body of work, will live on seemingly forever. Even years, and in some cases, decades, after their death, people like Elvis Presley, Michael Jackson, Hank Williams, Prince and Whitney Houston, still loom large over the music industry. Their music continues to be widely listened to and played. 

Another one of those artists who belongs to that exclusive category of legendary entertainers is Frank Sinatra. Like Elvis and Whitney Houston, Frank was a multi-talented performer, starring in films and producing classic tunes. 

In a clip posted on YouTube, the band Southern Raised takes on Frank’s “Fly Me to the Moon.” As every cover should, Southern Raised takes the song in a completely different direction, giving the track their own spin and making it their own. What they produced is an utterly delightful bluegrass version of Ol’ Blue Eyes’ song.

While the music is expertly played and performed, the vocal performances really shine in this updated version of “Fly Me to the Moon.” 

First, the young man who does most of the singing is an excellent singer, likely surprising most listeners with his deep voice. However, the song is at its best, most enjoyable whenever any of the two young women belt out the memorable lyrics. Their beautiful, smooth and soothing tones work perfectly with the love song. 

“Fill my heart with song
And let me sing for evermore
You are all I long for
All I worship and adore

Others who commented on the video mentioned how much they appreciated the band’s cover of the Frank Sinatra classic.

“Classic song, delightful interpretation. The melodic handoffs, the harmony – all enchanting,” one person wrote. 

“Sounds great guys, huge amount of talent,” someone else added. 

Psalm 105:2 “Let your voice be sounding in songs and melody; let all your thoughts be of the wonder of his works.”

A musically gifted young man, who looks similar to Elvis Presley, turned in a spectacular cover of a hit from another legendary entertainer, Frank Sinatra.

A select, exclusive group of entertainers have been able to live on decades past their death. No, it’s not that they physically came back to life after taking their last breath on Earth. But instead, their work was so influential that it’s still listened to or watched today. 

Other current entertainers also continue to try and replicate sounds and songs created by people like Elvis, John Lennon, Hank Williams and Jimi Hendrix. In a clip posted on YouTube, Elliot James Reay covers “My Way,” a beloved tune from another influential musician and actor, Frank Sinatra.

His cover is simply stunning! 

The young man beautifully belts out the lyrics about facing the end of one’s life but having little to no regrets. The smooth, velvet-like tone of his voice is on full display. Additionally, he shows off the insane amount of control he possesses over his voice. 

It’s a terrific rendition and one that likely Frank and Elvis, who also covered the song, would have loved and appreciated. 

Others who commented on the YouTube video stated how much they adored the young man’s lovely vocal performance of the song originally sung by Ol’ Blue Eyes.

“Elliot, your voice has sincerely moved me. It’s so honest and pure Beautiful,” one person wrote.

“He did a fabulous job on this. It was so emotional, I almost cried. Thankful for his beautiful voice,” someone else added. 

“What a stunning rendition! Your voice is smooth as silk! Thank goodness for the full track,” another individual posted.

Frank Sinatra’s “My Way” is far from the only song that Elliot has sung. On his YouTube channel are dozens of other videos of the young man showing off his musical skills. 

Colossians 3:16 “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.”

A country music legend and a young woman with an awe-inspiring talent for contorting her body took the stage together, thrilling and wowing the studio audience and judges on America’s Got Talent with their show-stopping performance. 

Everyone has been blessed with different gifts, talents and skills. Some may be adept in one or two areas. However, others may have a natural aptitude for several distinct and varied fields or hobbies. Regardless, all people have an eye for talent. They can immediately spot and see when someone is gifted at something, even if they themselves aren’t in that particular field. 

In a clip posted on YouTube, two performers – country singer Reba McEntire and contortionist Sofie Dossi – with dramatically different skill sets brought together their diverging talents for a terrific performance. 

From the clip's opening seconds, as Reba dazzles with an epic performance of “Can’t Even Get the Blues,” she shows she’s still got it. The studio audience sings, shouts and dances along as the country music legend owns the America’s Got Talent stage. 

But Reba’s stunning vocal performance is far from the only reason to enjoy this clip. At about the 1:30-minute mark in the video, the camera cuts to the judges’ table where Sofie is on her hands, with her feet extended over her head as she holds a hat with her toes. 

Then, as Reba continues to belt out the lyrics to one of her iconic songs, Sofie twists, turns and spins around a circular object suspended from the ceiling, high above the studio audience and the judges. 

It’s a performance that leaves the entire room – the studio audience and the judges – on their feet applauding what they have just heard and witnessed. 

Not only was Reba and Sofie’s performance a feast for the ears and the eyes, but it was also a reunion of sorts. Back in 2016, when Reba was a judge on AGT, she awarded Sofie her Golden Buzzer, according to Billboard. 

1 Corinthians 10:31 “So the, if it is a question of food or drink, or any other thing, whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.”

Several gifted musicians put the power and beauty of their voices on full display while singing a unique and thoroughly enjoyable medley of tunes from beloved Disney films.

The Walt Disney Company is responsible for some of the most iconic films and characters ever. There likely isn’t a person alive unfamiliar with Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, Minnie Mouse and dozens of other Disney cartoon characters. Many of those characters and films hold a special place in the hearts of many. 

Similarly, as beloved as those characters are, The House of Mouse has also produced countless toe-tapping and catchy tunes over the years. Every Disney film, from “Toy Story” to “Encanto” to “Pocahontas” and “Hercules,” contains a song that immediately comes to mind for most. The members of one A Cappella group, Voctave, used their immense musical talents to create a dazzling medley featuring some of these memorable tracks.

The medley doesn’t just include songs from the heroes of those films but also tracks performed by villains. The clip opens with one gentleman singing “Friends on the Other Side” from “The Princess and the Frog.” It was originally sung by the flick’s villain, Dr. Facilier.

Next, in the clip of songs from Disney films, the group goes with one from the good guy. They perform “Go the Distance” from the 1997 animated classic “Hercules.”

Gaston’s song, in which he sings about slaying the menacing and often-frightening beast from “The Beauty and The Beast,” is the third song performed by Voctave in the clip. 

Songs from “Aladdin,” “The Lion King” and “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” are also included in this most enjoyable compilation. 

Not only do the performers turn in lovely covers of these songs, which is sure to induce nostalgia, but their outfits and the entire look of the video are in keeping with the films. They all wear clothing with loud, bright colors, shades one could easily find in many Disney films.

Psalm 105:2 “Let your voice be sounding in songs and melody; let all your thoughts be of the wonder of his works.”

A handful of fathers showed off their stunning musical talent with their remarkable cover of a catchy and popular tune.

With the use of instruments, musically gifted human beings can and have been making literal music to the ears of listeners for thousands of years. Those sounds have the ability to evoke a wide range of emotions from audience members. Some people may be moved to tears, while others may get angry or motivated, all from the same song. 

However, despite all the instruments that exist, the human voice seems to be the most versatile and beautiful instrument of all. The human voice is capable of creating a whole host of sounds. A song beautifully sung is also much more likely to bring people to tears or other emotions than a prolonged guitar solo. 

In a clip posted on YouTube, Dad Harmony, five men using only their voices, perform Charlie Puth’s hit from 2016, “One Call Away” while lounging comfortably on furniture. It’s an A Capella version that is pitch-perfect and also manages to hit all the right notes.

“I’m only one call away
I’ll be there to save the day
Superman got nothing on me
I’m only one call”

Given the name of their group and the lyrics in the song, one would easily imagine that the five fathers are singing to their children. Little children often picture their parents as superhuman figures, capable of fixing any and all situations. These dads are trying to reinforce that belief. They want their children to know that they will always be there and will always be present in their lives. 

What parent wouldn’t want their child to think of them as a superhero? Superheroes, as portrayed in the comics and on the big screen, are always there to make everything better, to fix everything. Parents seek to do this exact thing for their children. 

Proverbs 22:6 “If a child is trained up in the right way, even when he is old, he will not be turned away from it.”

A handful of musicians brought their immense talents together for a stunning and bewildering rendition of a beloved song from the classic rock group Journey. The musicians performed an instrumental version of “Don’t Stop Believin.’’

There are some tunes that are so well-known and universally loved that they are instantly recognizable. After the first few notes, an entire stadium full of people knows the song and are immediately singing along once the lyrics start. The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Elvis Presley and the Eagles all have multiple tunes that fit neatly into this exclusive category.

However, as popular as “Satisfaction,” “Come Together” or “Jailhouse Rock” may be, there is one track that is arguably more universally recognizable and enjoyed than any of those tunes. Journey’s “Don’t Start Believin’’ is seemingly heard anywhere and everywhere music is played. 

In a clip posted on YouTube, the groups Simply Three and the Brooklyn Duo combined forces, turning in a masterful and thoroughly enjoyable cover of “Don’t Stop Believin.” It’s a version that is sure to thrill and wow those who love the original version by the classic rock band. 

Even those people who aren’t the biggest fans of Journey or that song are sure to still appreciate this version. The level of expertise and skill on display is astounding. Everyone is in sync with one another, giving listeners and viewers a cover that is more than worth a few plays. 

Additionally, this version is made even more fantastic by the simple fact that none of the musicians utter a word of the track’s memorable lyrics. It’s a safe bet that anyone who watches the video will instinctively provide the lead vocals by singing along. 

This is one of the more enjoyable covers of “Don’t Stop Believin’’ that you’re likely to ever hear!

Psalms 95:1 “O come, let us make songs to the Lord; sending up glad voices to the Rock of our salvation.”

One talented group of bluegrass musicians gave a rousing and inspiring performance while playing an original piece of music.

Music tastes vary from person to person. Not everyone is going to be into classic rock. Some may not enjoy the musical stylings of Bon Jovi, Whitesnake, Def Leppard, Guns N’ Roses and Twisted Sister. Also, some might prefer their music to come complete with a thick country accent. However, others may not like country music at all.

While preferences and tastes are different, people can still recognize and appreciate talent when they see it. Bluegrass music is a genre that likely isn’t for everyone. But The Petersens have shown that they have an abundance of musical talent. 

In a clip posted on YouTube, the band plays an original piece of music. It’s an instrumental, as the clip’s closed captions indicate, written by Emmett Franz. The song, “Thunder Ridge,” is written about one of the group’s favorite places to visit in the Ozark Mountains, according to the video’s description.

The group, throughout the four-minute clip, once again shows they have been immensely blessed with a ton of musical talent. Additionally, each band member gets plenty of time to shine, with each showing off their skill on their respective instrument.

The song is a pleasant and easy-listening tune, featuring sounds from several instruments that are severely underutilized in most other genres of music. The talented musicians make the song more than worth several listens. 

Additionally, the video is worth watching simply for the hilarious closed captions. “Katie with her fiddle, Moses,” “Julianne chopping on the mandolin,” and “Get it, Mama!” are just some of the hysterical captions that someone included in the video. It shows that whatever band member added the video to YouTube has a terrific sense of humor!

Colossians 3:16 “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.”

A young man who looks very similar to Elvis Presley gave a stellar vocal performance when he belted out the lyrics of a classic from the legendary Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel.

Most of the music produced today and even over the years is garbage. Sure, a pop or country song may come on the radio with a toe-tapping beat and some catchy lyrics, but give that exact song a couple of years. Then go back and listen to it. The odds are good that the tune will likely seem terribly cheesy or downright awful, but probably both. A limited number of songs, bands and singers can stand the test of time, going on to become classics. 

One song from a beloved duo that has shown it has staying power and is most certainly a classic is Simon and Garfunkel’s “Bridge Over Troubled Water.” In a clip posted on YouTube, singer Elliot James Reay, dressed very much like the King of Rock and Roll, covers the iconic song from the 1970s.

“Like a bridge over troubled water
I will lay me down
Like a bridge over troubled water
I will lay me down”

The young man gives a stunning performance, showing off his spectacular voice while singing the beautiful lyrics about a deep, committed friendship. He reaches for and hits all the right notes, making for a thoroughly enjoyable cover. 

It’s likely that people who enjoyed the original from Mr. Simon and Mr. Garfunkel will appreciate Elliot’s take on the song. He doesn’t change much, if anything, from the original. Instead, he uses his God-given talent to sing “Bridge Over Troubled Water.” At times, with a cover of a song, that’s all you really need, and Elliot delivers here. 

In addition to Elliot’s pleasant cover of the Simon and Garfunkel classic, the video also gives viewers a look at a beautiful sunrise over, what is likely, Los Angeles. 

Psalm 104:33 “I will make songs to the Lord all my life; I will make melody to my God while I have my being.”

Listen to this wonderful rendition of ‘Let It Be’ by Dolly Parton featuring Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr. Special guests Mick Fleetwood and Peter Frampton are also featured on the recording.

“When I find myself in times of trouble, Mother Mary comes to me speaking words of wisdom Let it be. And in my hour of darkness, she is standing right in front of me, speaking words of wisdom, let it be. Let it be, let it be, let it be, let it be, whisper words of wisdom, let it be. When all the broken-hearted people living in the world agree, there will be an answer. Let it be”

What a fabulous cover! And Dolly Parton’s and Paul McCartney’s voices were beautiful together!

“Thanks Dolly for doing my song. I love your version and am very pleased to be by your side on this one. Rock on!” writes Paul McCartney to Dolly on YouTube.

“What an incredibly beautiful version of this timeless song! Thank you Dolly, Paul, Ringo, Peter, and Mick for your work and creativity. It was lovely to hear you and Paul sing together, and Peter did a gorgeous job on the guitar-as always!” comments another person online.

This iconic song from The Beatles was written and sung by Paul McCartney originally, and it was the last Beatles single to be unveiled before he announced his departure from the band. Paul McCartney recalled how his late mother - who died from cancer when he was 14 - inspired him to write the track.

As for Rock n’ Roll Hall of Fame inductee Dolly Parton, she has recently released her first-ever Rock album titled Rockstar, where she has joined forces with some of Rock music’s most legendary artists for the project. 

This version of ‘Let It Be’ is included in the album, and she has teamed up with an all-star roster of musicians for the 30-song collection, which includes 9 original tracks and 21 iconic rock anthems.

We hope you enjoyed listening to this version of ‘Let It Be’ today!

A group of four talented vocalists turned in a laugh-out-loud performance while at the same time displaying their immense musical talents.

Everyone loves to hear a kind word or a compliment on their choice of clothing or a new hairstyle. A little bit of kindness can make someone’s entire day a little brighter. But it has been said that the sincerest form of flattery is, of course, imitation. If that is the case, four male vocalists thoroughly praised the work of some of the most well-known pop singers today. 

In a clip posted on YouTube, the four gentlemen singers, who are a barbershop quartet, start their performance by stating how perspectives and tastes change over time. In twenty years or so, the singers allege, today and its music will be considered the “good old days.” 

To add some validity to their point, they mention how the songs considered classics now, the “good old songs,” were sung by Billy Joel. So then they proceed to perform a medley of songs that they believe will eventually become the “good old songs,” tunes that are widely listened to today.

They begin their selection of songs they predict will be the “good old songs” from today with their rendition of “Oops I Did It Again” by Britney Spears. They even throw a couple of gestures to go along with the song. Of course, this unexpected turn in their performance brings about several laughs from the studio audience. 

Next up is a hit from the popular boy band NSYNC. The song “Bye Bye Bye” gets the barbershop treatment. Pink’s track “Rockstar'' is the track that is next in their hilarious lineup of songs they predict will be the “good old songs of today.”

Hits from Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga are also included in their performance. A Michael Jackson song is mistakenly added. 

By the end of the clip, the guys receive a thunderous round of applause from the audience.

Psalm 95:1 “O come let us make songs to the Lord; sending up glad voices to the Rock of our salvation.”

One of the biggest names in music, Kelly Clarkson, joined an unsuspecting street performing in Las Vegas by singing a hit from the late Tina Turner. 

Life is a series of unexpected twists, turns and detours. From one day to the next, no one can adequately and entirely predict what will happen. Sure, everyone has free will and makes decisions and choices daily that will guide the direction of their life. But there are instances when events are out of our control, like the people we may encounter.

A video posted on social media shows what happened when a street performer in Las Vegas, Nevada, found herself unexpectedly singing with the original American Idol, Kelly Clarkson. The happy encounter started as Kelly was on her way to soundcheck before a concert in Sin City, according to the video’s caption.

The “Miss Independent” singer came across a woman singing “What’s Love Got to Do with It” on the side of the road in Las Vegas. In fact, Kelly writes that this performer was “killing” the song. So, because Kelly enjoyed what she was hearing so much she decided to tip her. But then that’s when something totally unexpected happened!

The street performer asked Kelly to join her, not knowing that she had just invited a Grammy Award-winning musician to sing a duet with her. 

The short, 30-second video begins with the host of The Kelly Clarkson Show singing the song’s memorable chorus. The other woman, who still remains completely oblivious to the identity of her singing partner, claps and dances around a few feet away from Kelly.

Kelly then takes a step or two toward the street musician, and it quickly dawns on her. The woman singing a duet with her is one of the biggest names in music!

Kelly wrote that the woman’s surprised and overjoyed reaction to discovering her identity “made my day.”

The clip ends with the two women sharing a warm embrace. 

Psalm 95:1 “O come, let us make songs to the Lord; sending up glad voices to the Rock of our salvation.”

A group of musically gifted youngsters turned in a terrific cover of a beloved song about determination and persistence from the legendary Nat King Cole.

Life is a tremendous experience, often filled with many happy and joyous occasions. However, it can also be a painful journey, with trials and heartaches visiting and sticking around longer than what is appreciated. But during those instances of hardship, going through it with a smile, even if it’s forced, is the best course of action.

In a clip posted on YouTube, The One Voice Children’s Choir sings Nat King Cole’s “Smile.” It’s a song about going through the tough times in life and wearing a smile, regardless of the present circumstances. Their rendition is utterly delightful, likely to please those who are fans of the original. 

“That’s the time you must keep trying
Smile, what’s the use of crying
You’ll find that life is still worthwhile
If you just smile”

What an unbelievably uplifting and positive message! It’s one that everyone would do well to remember. Despite what their current circumstances would have some people believe, life is still worthwhile and worth living. 

The children give an excellent performance of the classic song from Nat King Cole. Several other people who commented on the YouTube video also agreed.

“Truly Beautiful!!!! Thanks for this warm and wonderful performance,” one person wrote.

“Love this warm and very beautiful cover, Amazing performance everyone. Thank you so much for putting a smile on our faces!” a second person added. 

The One Voice Children’s Choir is an accomplished group of vocalists. On the ninth season of NBC’s America’s Got Talent, the choir reached the quarterfinals. According to the group's YouTube page, they have also taken their musical talents to Washington DC, performing at the White House.  

The choir’s aim with their musical efforts is to “inspire the world through the power of children’s voices.”

Psalm 34:5 “Let your eyes be turned to him and you will have light, and your faces will not be shamed.”

Check out this video of a teenager with autism who steps up to a mic in public and blows everyone in the crowd away with his cover of John Mayer’s ‘Gravity.’

A man named Reggie likes to ask strangers to sing with him while he gets to know a little about them. In this video, Reggie sings with Ryan and learns more about his story.

“When I ask total strangers to sing, part of the fun of it is learning more about who they are,” Reggie said in the video. “What you’ll see here is me meeting Ryan for the first time. However, it was our conversation after this moment that I learned something very interesting about him. It turns out that for most of Ryan’s life, he hasn’t been able to speak.”

Ryan was diagnosed with Autism at 3 years old, and he couldn’t communicate until he was about 10 years old. The way he learned to speak was actually by memorizing song lyrics until the words made sense. 

He listened to all the Beatles albums for about a year, and then only Michael Jackson’s albums for about 6 months, according to his dad. And learning to play musical instruments came easier to Ryan than learning how to talk.

“What changed my life was music,” shared Ryan. “And it made me feel more verbal and it made me feel more confident.”

The interaction between Reggie and Ryan was very sweet, and it was clear to see how music has impacted Ryan’s life. Ryan’s parents, Laura and Travis, left a message for Reggie on his YouTube page explaining how grateful they were for Reggie’s interaction with their son.

“Reggie, I’ve been trying to find the words to tell you how grateful I am. When this video was taken, never in my wildest dreams did I think this would happen. We are so thankful to you and to hear this conversation just happen organically, and you listened… like really listened…with your body language and how you would light up when he spoke of his music. I’m not sure what it was, but in this moment I felt so many emotions… love, pride, thankfulness… all of it. I am so grateful you two had this time together,” they shared.

We hope that you enjoyed this video today and it was able to bring a smile to your face!

One young woman showed off her amazing musical talents with a stunning cover of a Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel classic, “Bridge over Troubled Water.”

In life, troubled and trying circumstances will visit everyone at one time or another. Unfortunately, getting out of this life without experiencing hurt and heartache and sustaining a few bruises and scars is nearly impossible. But thankfully, there are people, a select few, who will remain by our side through it all. 

True friends offer a shoulder to cry on and someone to talk to during these instances. In a clip posted on YouTube, one musically gifted singer, Jadyn Rylee, showed off her skills when she covered the beloved classic “Bridge over Troubled Water.”

The beautiful tone of the young woman’s voice works perfectly with the memorable lyrics and sound of the Simon and Garfunkel classic, making for an immensely enjoyable listen. She reaches for and hits notes with relative ease. The control she maintains over her voice, making it move up and down, is jaw-dropping, especially for someone so young. 

The entire song goes through a list of troubling circumstances someone in this life may encounter. However, the lyrics mention that no matter what is happening, the songwriter mentions that they will be there to offer comfort and encouragement.

The second verse points out how they will be there when times get unbearable.

“When you’re down and out
When you’re on the street
When evening falls so hard
I will comfort you
I’ll take your part”

The song is about a trusted friend and confidant during troubling situations. However, there is one who also remains near our sides during times of uncertainty, confusion and pain. Believers and followers of Christ understand that He is closer than any friend. He offers shelter from the storm and comfort from the pain.

Psalm 23:4 “Yes, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.”

Two young women with outstanding voices showed off their musical gifts with a stunning rendition of a beloved Louis Armstrong classic, “What a Wonderful World.”

The world can be and often is a dark, lonely and dangerous place. People all around us are struggling physically, financially, emotionally and spiritually. Posts on social media and television news broadcasts continually highlight the negative aspects of our fallen world.

But there are still bright spots in the world. God continues to bless and touch lives in several ways, which two talented women – Lucy and Martha Thomas – highlight with their phenomenal rendition of “What a Wonderful World.”

Their vocal performances are remarkable, with Lucy kicking the song off by belting out the tune’s first verse. Then Martha joins in, singing the second verse solo. 

Both young women have beautiful and unique tones to their voices. Their cover is thoroughly enjoyable and more than worth several listens. 

“I see trees of green
Red roses too
I see them bloom
For me and you
And I think to myself
What a wonderful world”

Others who commented on the video expressed how much they also enjoyed Lucy and Martha’s cover of the Louis Armstrong hit.

“I got chills right from the first verse and then I got more chills when Martha started to sing!!!! Those harmonies are so freaking crazy amazing!!!! I absolutely love this phenomenal rendition Lucy and Martha,” one person wrote.

“Look how beautiful Lucy and Martha are, beautifully done. You always bring tears to my eyes when you sing. Just so heartwarming. Thank you, my two favorite singers,” a second person added.

“Lucy and Martha, you’ve delivered an outstanding performance in this beautiful and uplifting song. The video is fresh and captivating, and including Phoebe and Cloud was so lovely. Thank you for making today and every day a wonderful day,” another individual posted. 

This is an extraordinary duet of two sisters who combined their immense musical talents and created an ear-pleasing and lovely cover. 

Colossians 3:16 “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.”

Great ready to say, “Hee-Haw,” as you watch country’s great Charlie McCoy as he performs ‘Orange Blossom Special,’ on his harmonica. This incredible performance was recorded on America’s beloved and classic 

Hee Haw show when they celebrated their 50th Anniversary. This is a clip from the episode of the Country's Family Reunion, "Salute to the Kornfield.”

Settle into your favorite rocking chair and enjoy the view from your front porch as you close your eyes and listen to the story Charlie tells through his harmonica. It sounds as if an adventure is unfolding on a train chugging down the tracks and across the country. 

What I love most about this performance is the family gathered around sitting on their front porch studio set with the audience for the show joining in on the fun. 

This episode was uploaded to YouTube, and we are so thankful to have this moment captured on video. The viral video clip has garnered well over 500,000 views with hundreds of comments from adoring fans. One gentleman commented, “Just saw him at the Grand Ole Opry. 

This guy is an absolute legend. He absolutely killed it, and he's 82 years old!” Charlie certainly has a passion for music, and he’s proof to continue to do what we love even in our old age. After all, age is just a number. 

Another viewer chimed in about how Charlie is a rare and gifted harmonica player. “Not very many musicians can do what Charlie McCoy could do with a Harmonica. He's one of a kind. Great Performance,” he wrote. That is definitely true. Thank the good Lord for giving Charlie his talent for making music. He is legendary in the country realm of music. 

Over the span of his career that began in the 1960s, he’s collaborated with big stars like Dolly Parton, Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, and Simon and Garfunkel. Charlie’s career included becoming a part of the Country Music Hall of Fame. We hope you enjoyed this little slice of country heaven and gave a big hee-haw!

“In his grace, God has given us different gifts for doing certain things well,” Romans 12:6. 

Three talented young vocalists showed off their immense musical ability by singing a tune from one of the biggest names in the Christian music scene today, Lauren Daigle.

Covers of beloved or well-known songs are an excellent way for musicians to try and gain some attention. Even bands and musicians who have been around for decades will cover songs from time to time. Playing songs originally created, recorded and performed by other musicians is a timeless tradition that will continue. 

Who doesn’t enjoy hearing another musician’s interpretation of a hit song occasionally? 

Lauren Daigle is someone whose songs commonly receive the cover treatment. A quick YouTube search of “Lauren Daigle covers” will turn up a seemingly endless collection of others performing her songs. 

One clip posted on the popular video site features three musicians in a kitchen as they belt out the lyrics to Lauren Daigle’s “You Say.” The short video has the three young people taking turns as they sing the chorus to Lauren’s smash hit song.

“You say I am loved when I can’t feel a thing
You say I am strong when I think I am weak
And You say I am held when I am falling short
And when I don’t belong, oh You say I am Yours”

Each sings a line of the chorus by themselves, showing off their stunning voices. It’s abundantly clear that they all have been blessed musically. 

However, the best part of the entire clip is when they combine their voices. Their harmonies are outstanding, working together perfectly to bring about a magnificent and unbelievable sound. 

Several others who commented on the clip mentioned the harmony at the end of the video.

“The harmony is just amazing!” one individual posted.

“Their harmony is out of this world,” someone else added. 

“The strongest harmony yet. Great work. Amazing voices,” a third person wrote. 

Colossians 3:16 “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.”

Two of the biggest names in music today, Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani, used their massive musical talents to perform a dazzling cover of The Judds’ hit “Love is Alive.”

Love is a subject that has kept and continues to keep singers and songwriters employed. Songs about love are easy to find. Turn on the radio or hit the play button next to a random tune on iTunes or Spotify to find a love song. Musicians of every genre have songs about the topic in one form or another, including the beloved country music duo The Judds.

In a video posted on YouTube, husband and wife and former The Voice judges Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani sing “Love is Alive.” Originally released in the 1980s, the song’s lyrics mention how love grows with every simple, seemingly mundane act.

“Love is alive
And at our breakfast table
Every day of the week
Live is alive
And it grows every day and night”

With The Judds being primarily a country act, “Love is Alive” is a country song. Now, Gwen Stefani is not a country artist. She started as the lead singer for the rock band No Doubt. Throughout her career, even when she went solo, rock has been her primary genre.

However, Gwen shows that she is more than able to handle a beloved country tune. While her husband, Blake, does help with some of the singing responsibilities, Gwen does the heavy lifting on the cover and does so exceedingly well. 

Blake is heard at different times throughout the song, but Gwen’s voice shines in the song. 

Others who commented on the video also pointed out how great Gwen sounds on the recording.

“Gwen’s voice is so perfect for this song and Blake’s voice harmonizing perfectly,” one person wrote.

“Gwen sings this like it was made for her. She and Blake sound amazing. Another hit for them!!! Love you guys,” a second person added.  

Gwen and Blake’s rendition is an enjoyable cover, one worth several listens and one that even the biggest fans of The Judds are sure to like. 

Colossians 3:14 “And above all these things put on love, which is the bond of perfectness.”