Music

Listen and be mesmerized by the voices of a mother and grandmother as they sing a chilling lullaby to their beautiful baby girl in an empty stairwell!

Mom is 29-year-old Lauren Paley. She’s a model, songwriter, vlogger, entrepreneur, musician, and artist, but it is her YouTube and TikTok videos in which she sings from stairwells that have earned her a huge following on social media. 

Stairwell singing may seem unusual, but Lauren Paley has made it a real thing! With 2.36 million subscribers to her YouTube channel and 226 videos, nearly all coming from a flight of stairs, Lauren’s vocal gifts and Boston Conservatory at Berklee education have made her a viral soprano sensation.   

Here, Lauren recreates a video she’d done with her mother over a year ago when she was expecting her child. Now, with a toddler in tow, she and her mother meet again on the stairs to sing “All the Pretty Little Horses.” 

Wearing denim and chambray, sneakers, and a couple of hair bows, three generations share this music-making moment. And, though the gray cement stairs seem cold, the warmth and love between the trio are obvious. The littlest lady moves her free foot with the music and touches her grandmother’s watch. She’s quite content.

While Lauren is known as the “Stairwell Siren,” her gorgeous mother has a great voice as well. She balances Lauren’s high notes with alto tones, and the two harmonize wonderfully. The stairwell sound is mystical and dreamy, at the same time eerie and soothing. 

Lauren sings a variety of songs, sometimes serenading little ones with lullabies about “dapples and grays, pintos and paints” and other times scaring the neighbors with songs straight out of horror movies.  

It seems quite likely that the equine-themed lullaby might put Baby Girl to sleep, but Mom and Grandma have other ideas. Alas, it isn’t bedtime yet. Instead, the three clap and rejoice when the song is complete. We bet there will be lots of daughter-mom-grandmother videos to come! 

“May your father and mother rejoice; may she who gave you birth be joyful!” Proverbs 23:25

Two musically gifted teenagers put on a stunning street performance of a beloved hit from the 1960s, “Stand by Me.”

Life is full of unexpected occurrences, many of which can cause one to stumble and fall. These situations are painful, hurt and ones that people would rather avoid altogether. While it may not be possible to circumvent those instances, a trusted ally or friend can make these times much more bearable.

Teenage musician Oscar Stembridge joins violinist Karolina Protsenko for a beautiful cover of a tune about enduring those tough and trying times with the help of friends and loved ones, “Stand by Me.”

Oscar plays the guitar and sings the lyrics of the beloved classic as Karolina plays her violin and dances about the busy street, entertaining their sizable crowd. 

The two talented musicians take turns showing off their immeasurable skills. The song begins with Oscar belting out the lyrics to the first verse while Karolina takes over “singing” duties for the second one. As she plays, you can hear the memorable lyrics in your head. 

“So darlin’, darlin’ stand by me
Oh, stand by me
Oh, stand
Stand by me, stand by me”

During their inspired street performance, several people stop and take in the beautiful sounds being created by the two young musicians. The video captures several audience members filming Oscar and Karolina’s outstanding rendition. Near the clip’s conclusion, one young woman even dances around to the sweet sounds. 

Karolina Protsenko is a wunderkind on the violin. Videos of the young woman strumming expertly on the stringed instrument have received millions of views, earning her legions of subscribers on her YouTube channel. 

In the clip, Oscar shows that he has been abundantly blessed with a massive amount of musical ability as well. 

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.”

Check out this great music video of Dolly Parton performing 'We Are The Champions/We Will Rock You' in honor of the 2024 Paris Olympics.

“I've paid my dues, time after time. I've done my sentence but committed no crime
And bad mistakes, I've made a few, I've had my share of sand kicked in my face
But I've come through, and we mean to go on and on and on and on. We are the champions,
My friends and we'll keep on fighting till the end; we are the champions, we are the champions”

As Dolly Parton starts singing the chorus of ‘We Are The Champions,’ she is all decked out in gold with the image of the Eiffel Tower behind her. Then she can be seen in a silver outfit and a bronze outfit, reminiscent of the medals the Olympic athletes can receive when they place 1st, 2nd, or 3rd in their sport.

While Dolly is giving her powerful rendition of 'We Are The Champions,’ scenes of athletes competing at previous Olympic games show on the screen. There are runners, swimmers, gymnasts, all sorts of athletes competing in different sports, and it is very moving to see.

Then people join Dolly in the stands, and towards the end of the song, they join her in singing 'We Are The Champions.’ What a very unifying moment! Then the crowd goes into singing ‘We Will Rock You’ alongside Dolly before the 2024 Paris Olympics logo comes on the screen.

“I don’t think there’s a song that Dolly can not sing and make me love the song all over again. You are a champion, Dolly!” comments one person on YouTube after watching the music video.

“With her voice, she can melt a hard-hearted person. Such a blessing to hear her sing!” writes another person online. “Thanks Dolly. I’ve been enjoying your music for nearly 5 decades. Keep up the amazing work!”

We hope that you enjoyed this mashup of 'We Are The Champions/We Will Rock You' from Dolly Parton today!

A group of musically gifted young people turned in a stunning rendition of Tim McGraw’s hit “Live Like You Were Dying.”

Death is an uncomfortable topic for most people. Much of the population would rather not talk or think about the subject, preferring to put it out of their minds. Unfortunately, death, ironically, is a part of life. Everyone’s time on earth is limited. All people will be impacted by it throughout their life. 

However, whatever amount of time God has allotted us on earth is to be spent wisely. Time is a precious commodity that doesn’t stop for anyone. The One Voice Children’s Choir performed a beloved song about using that time in a way that one’s death was imminent.

In a clip posted on YouTube, a dozen children or so, while standing in an open field, sing a stripped-down version of “Live Like You Were Dying.” In addition to the talented vocalists, several other children play the popular country tune on violins. 

Much like Tim McGraw’s original version, the children’s version starts off slow and even somewhat low in places, but it builds and builds throughout. The result is a terrific, original and inspiring version worth several listens. 

These children are supremely talented and display their immense skill in this extremely enjoyable 4-and-a-half-minute clip.

Others who commented on the video mentioned how much they appreciated and adored the children’s version of Tim McGraw’s classic.

“Wow, what a fantastic song. It would make Tim McGraw proud. As someone living with a terminal illness, your music brings me peace,” one person wrote.

“This is absolutely amazing!!!! Great job to all of the Soloists, and the entire choir!!” a second person added. 

“Wow, just wow!! Amazing! One of my all time favorite songs and you all just had me in tears 30 seconds in…thank you!! Truly incredible piece,” another user posted. 

Revelation 21:4 “And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: and for the former things are passed away.”

Country singer Oliver Anthony, who went from a virtually unknown musician to someone most people at least have a passing familiarity with after his tune went viral, is back with another song. 

Music is a terrific medium in which to express thoughts and ideas. Musicians can use the art form to articulate a feeling or thought on any and every topic. On the other hand, people who might not have been exposed to those specific opinions or concepts may hear about them while listening to a song. 

That’s what Oliver Anthony has decided to do with his music. In his song “Rich Men North of Richmond,” which went viral across social media platforms, Oliver expressed his opinion on several topics, including taxes and working excessive hours for less-than-expected pay. 

Now, in his follow-up song, “I Want to Go Home,” Oliver again expresses his thoughts on the current state of the word as he sees them. From the song's opening verse, Oliver paints a grim picture, claiming that what's going on in the world today is enough to drive him insane. 

“Well, if it won’t for my old dogs and the good Lord
They’d have me strung up in the psych ward
‘Cause every day living in this new world 
Is one too many days to me”

In the track’s chorus, Oliver sings that he believes the world is headed for catastrophe, with a third world war on the horizon. He also adds that he feels most people have forgotten to communicate and pray to the good Lord above. 

As Oliver sees it, the world has reached a state of essentially no turning back. Things have gotten so bad and turned upside down that the country singer asks the Lord to take him home. He’s unsure what to do or where to go, so he wants to go home.

The video has already received millions of views, with users leaving thousands of comments on the short clip.

James 5:13 “Is any among you suffering? Let him pray. Is any cheerful? Let him sing praise.”

Using his beautiful voice and immense musical talent, Iam Tongi is trying to help those impacted by the devastating wildfires in Hawaii.

Wildfires have been ravaging the state of Hawaii. More specifically, the fires have devastated the island of Maui, killing more than 100 people and causing billions of dollars in damage, according to the Scientific American. There’s no doubt that those people who have been affected by those fires need plenty of prayer and financial donations to help them survive this tragedy.

One person, recent American Idol winner Iam Tongi, is doing his part to help raise awareness and money to help the people of his home state. In a clip posted on YouTube, Iam appeared on Good Morning America and performed his tune “Starting All Over Again.”

As he did throughout the most recent season of American Idol, Iam’s soulful and melodic voice told a story. The story he told was one with a positive and uplifting message, pushing people to keep going and not give up hope. 

“Starting all over again is going to be tough
For us, but we’re gonna make it
Starting all over again is going to be rough
On us, but we gotta face it”

Later in the clip, Iam sings that he understands that rebuilding and starting all over again will be hard but he is praying to the Lord above for His help and guidance.

Before his performance on the morning show, Iam told Michael Strahan what people could do to help the residents of Hawaii. He told people to research and donate to those trustworthy organizations working to assist those in need. 

The young man also asked people to reach out to the Lord on behalf of the people of Hawaii. He told viewers to “say prayers for Maui.”

Psalm 28:7 “The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusted in him, and I am helped: therefore my heart greatly rejoices; and with my song will I praise him.”

A group of talented vocalists, Pentatonix, turned in a marvelous cover of a beloved hit from the 1980s, “Hallelujah.”

The human voice is an astonishing and remarkable part of God’s creation. With the instrument built by the Lord, people can produce beautiful, uplifting and inspiring sounds. However, the human voice used incorrectly can inflict enormous pain. Cutting and sharp words and messages can hurt, sting and maim.

In a video posted on YouTube, Pentatonix, once again, put the beauty of the human voice on full display. The musicians, using only the immense power of their stunning voices, perform Leonard Cohen’s iconic tune “Hallelujah.” 

Not only do the five members of the world-renowned a cappella group sing the 80s song, but they also encourage viewers to join in and belt out the lyrics. The clip’s title describes the clip as a “sing-along video.” 

Throughout the 4-and-a-half-minute video, while the group members perform in a desert-type location, the song’s lyrics appear on the bottom of the screen. 

“Now, I’ve heard there was a secret chord
That David played, and it pleased the Lord
But you don’t really care for music, do you?
It goes like this, the four, the fifth”

Once again, the group shines, showing off the strength and wonder of their voices. Their rendition of the popular song, which has been covered hundreds of times over the years, has to be considered one of the best. 

The group Pentatonix has accumulated worldwide fame for their outstanding vocal performances, most done without the accompaniment of instruments. 

On their YouTube channel, which has 20 million subscribers, there are nearly 250 videos of the group performing a variety of tunes. Some of their clips are of them belting out the lyrics to such tracks as Stevie Wonder’s “I Just Called to Say I Love You,” the “Ghostbusters” theme song and several Christmas songs. 

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

A group of musically gifted farmers turned in an uproarious but extremely informative parody of Tom Petty’s “Free Fallin’.”

Imitation is said to be the sincerest form of flattery. If that’s the case, every single artist that Weird Al Yankovic has parodied throughout his career must have been more than delighted with his takes on their songs. Of course, that wasn’t the situation at all. 

However, the late rocker Tom Petty might appreciate a farming-inspired take on his 1989 classic “Free Fallin’.” In a clip posted on YouTube, the Peterson Farm Bros perform “Wheat Haulin’.”

Anyone familiar with the Tom Petty hit will instantly recognize the song. Seconds into the video, a man strums the opening notes on a guitar, setting in motion a hilarious parody about farming wheat in the middle of the country, in the great state of Kansas. 

In addition to being rather funny, the song is also educational. The singers inform listeners about the ins and outs of farming wheat. In the first verse alone, viewers learn when the crop is sown, what happens to the wheat in the winter months and when it springs back to life.

But it’s the song's chorus that is sure to bring about the most laughs. The parody changes Tom Petty’s memorable, toe-tapping lyrics to fit perfectly with the Peterson Farm Bros’ updated version.

“Now I’m wheat, wheat haulin’
Now I’m wheat, what haulin’”

While the video features the musical talents of the Peterson Farm Bros, it also gives the viewer a look into the life of a wheat farmer. Interspersed through the 4-minute clip are scenes of combines working in the field, farmers enjoying meals in their fields and working on a machine that has broken down.

At the end of the clip is a rundown of facts and statistics about this versatile and widely used crop. Viewers get a look at the 2022 US wheat exports by country. Also, the video lists a wide array of food products in which wheat is a main ingredient. 

2 Timothy 2:6 “The farmers who labor must be the first to get a share of the crops.”

Check out country legend Tanya Tucker perform the song ‘Delta Dawn’ in this CMT Summer Session music video.

“Delta Dawn, what's that flower you have on, could it be a faded rose from days gone by?
And did I hear you say he was a-meeting you here today to take you to his mansion in the sky?
She's 41 and her daddy still calls her "baby," all the folks 'round Brownsville say she's crazy
'Cause she walks downtown with suitcase in hand, looking for a mysterious dark-haired man”

Tanya Tucker does a great job performing her signature song at this intimate concert in front of a picturesque lake with her band. And the audience is clearly having a great time watching her perform!

The song ‘Delta Dawn’ was composed by songwriters Alex Harvey and Larry Collins, and the words to the song were reportedly inspired by Alex Harvey’s mother. The song has been covered by a number of artists, but the most notable ones were Bette Midler, Helen Reddy, and Tanya Tucker. In fact, all three singers recorded and released their renditions of ‘Delta Dawn’ all within months of each other.

And even though all of the recordings did well, none had the staying power like Tanya Tucker’s version. She released her rendition of ‘Delta Dawn’ in April 1972, when she was just 13 years old! It was her debut single off her album of the same name. The song even helped her score her first Grammy nomination in the category of Best Female Country Vocal Performance. ‘Delta Dawn’ turned out to be the song that would take Tanya Tucker to country stardom.

“Definitely still her song!” comments one person on YouTube after watching the video. “Brings up so many memories. Tanya still has a beautiful voice.”

We hope that you enjoyed this video of Tanya Tucker performing the song ‘Delta Dawn’ today!

Bill Withers’ daughter, Kori Withers, turned in a dazzling performance of her father’s most memorable and beloved song, “Lean on Me.”

Unfortunately, for most people, instances will arise in life when going on, facing tomorrow feels like an impossible suggestion. The daily grind of life, with its seemingly never-ending problems can become overwhelming at times.

A little help from a loved one can go a long way in restoring, uplifting and encouraging someone. Help, whether financial, spiritual or even an encouraging word, can make a world of difference to someone struggling. In his classic tune from the 1970s, “Lean on Me,” Bill Withers sings about the need to rely upon others at times, especially when things get overwhelming and unbearable. 

In a clip posted on YouTube, Bill’s daughter, Kori, gives a terrific cover of her dad’s song. With her beautiful voice, Kori does her father’s song justice. She doesn’t change much, if anything, from her father’s original version, but it’s still a more than enjoyable listen. 

“Lean on me
When you’re not strong
And I’ll be your friend
I’ll help you carry on”

Yes, as the song mentions having strong, reliable and trustworthy friends in life is necessary. They can help provide a shoulder to lean upon during times of trouble. But there is One who is closer than a brother, more reliable than even the best friend.

In 2 Corinthians 12:9, readers are reminded it is during these times of weakness and difficulties when Christ is strengthened. “And he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you: for my strength is made perfect in weakness.’ Most gladly, therefore, will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest on me.”

Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 “Two are better than one because they have a good reward for their work. And if one has a fall, the other will give him a hand; but unhappy is the man who is by himself, because he has no helper.”

A young woman singing on the street got a little unexpected help during a performance of a beloved hymn.

Music has the unique ability to bring people together, to connect them. A classic song with a moving and truth-filled message can break down boundaries and help to form bonds. Two strangers passing one another on the street can be brought together by the sounds of a song they both instantly recognize.

That’s what happened when 19-year-old Harmonie London began playing and singing the hymn “Amazing Grace.”

The clip posted on YouTube shows the young woman sitting at a piano and singing into a microphone on the side of a busy street. However, as she begins singing, she gets some help with the song in the form of an older gentleman.

As the video starts, viewers can even spot Harmonie shifting the microphone ever so slightly. She moves the microphone between them to pick up the man helping her sing the tune about God’s unbelievable and undeserved gift of grace.

“Amazing grace how sweet the sound
That saved a wretch like me
I once was lost, but now I’m found
Was blind but now I see”

What a beautiful rendition of the beloved hymn! 

Others who commented on the video mentioned how much they loved and appreciated the unexpected duet.

“So sweet! Two different generations, but the love for our Lord Jesus Christ connects you! God bless you!” one person wrote.

“This is so beautiful!! We give you all the praise Lord Jesus. Hallelujah!!” a second person added. 

This clip of Harmonie singing a duet of “Amazing Grace” with an elderly gentleman is far from the only video of her displaying her musical talent. There are also clips of the singer-songwriter performing “Living Hope,” “O Come All Ye Faithful” and “If God is for Me” on her YouTube channel. 

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 child thoroughly appreciated one violinist’s stunning performance of a massive hit from the 1980s.

When it comes to music, everyone has different tastes. Some people adore particular songs while, for others, those exact tunes could be the bane of their existence. Other people are all in when it comes to country music. However, others may prefer their music with less twang, cowboy boots and fiddles.

In a video posted on YouTube, one child displayed their love of music from the 1980s. More specifically, the child in the clip seems to hold Bonnie Tyler’s “Total Eclipse of the Heart” in high regard.

Karolina Protsenko is an unbelievably talented young violinist. Her YouTube videos, displaying her gift for the violin, have picked up millions and millions of views. Not only is she extraordinarily talented with the stringed instrument, but she genuinely seems to enjoy playing.

In one of her latest postings, Karolina plays “Total Eclipse of the Heart.” As she usually does, Karolina turns in a dazzling performance, strumming the violin as he twists, turns and twirls around. 

However, in this performance, Karolina received a bit of encouragement from one of her youngest audience members. About halfway through the song, while Karolina is flawlessly playing the tune, a toddler runs over to the musician and gives her a young. 

After hugging Karolina’s legs, the child runs away and out of the frame. But don’t worry, the little child returns several more times before the song ends.

The child’s sweet display of affection does not appear to throw Karolina off at all. She continues playing, concentrating on the song and dancing about the street. 

Right before the clip ends, Karolina responds to the adoring fan. She kneels and gives the child a kiss and a warm embrace. 

Like the child, those standing around taking in Karolina’s performance also enjoyed her cover of the 80s hit. They give her a well-deserved round of applause.

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 exceptionally gifted musicians showed off their remarkable musical talents and nimble fingers with their inspired cover of a hit from the 1980s, “Africa.”

The 1980s was a decade that brought a lot of classic and  memorable hit songs. Artists like Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston, Van Halen, Guns N’ Roses and Madonna owned that decade. However, there are other hits that have also stood the test of time, including “Total Eclipse of the Heart,” “Tainted Love” and “Girls Just Want to Have Fun” by Cyndi Lauper.

Another classic from the 1980s from someone not named Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston or Madonna is “Africa.” The song from the group Toto is insanely catchy and recognizable. Within the song's first few notes, you’re tapping and singing along. 

In a clip posted on YouTube, the guitarist quartet, 40 Fingers, plays a stunning cover of the hit before a packed crowd. While listening and watching the guys strum the tune on their guitars, it’s nearly impossible not to sing the memorable lyrics.

The video is a stunning display of talent and musical ability. 

Near the end of the video, the guys switch it up a bit. One group member continues strumming along on the guitar. Two others tap rapidly on their instruments. The fourth member claps along to the beat of the song, which encourages the audience to get involved in the performance.

Before the clip ends, the packed auditorium erupts in a thunderous round of applause. 

In addition to the remarkable cover of the Toto hit, 40 Fingers has also played several other well-known and beloved songs. Their YouTube channel is filled with their in-concert performances and music videos where they play such songs as “September,” “Sultans of Swing” by Dire Straits and U2’s “With or Without You.”

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 group of immensely talented musicians gave one of the biggest, most recognizable songs of all time from The Bee Gees a completely different sound.

Disco is a genre of music that, for most people, has no middle ground. Groups like ABBA, The Village People and KC & The Sunshine Band made music people either loved or hated. Regardless of the entrenched and diametrically opposed opinions, several Disco songs have stood the test of time, becoming classics. 

One of those beloved Disco songs is The Bee Gees’ iconic hit, “Stayin’ Alive.” Most people, within the first few notes, will recognize the hit from the 70s. But in a video posted on YouTube, a group of musicians takes the popular song in a completely different direction, making it their own.

In the clip, Postmodern Jukebox featuring Wild Bill gives “Stayin’ Alive” a ragtime rockabilly cover. One man tickles the keys on the piano while another gentleman taps around on the drums. A third guy strums along on the bass as he sings the tune's lyrics.

“Whether you’re a brother or whether you’re a mother
You’re stayin’ alive, stayin’ alive
Feel the city breakin’ and everybody shakin’
And we’re stayin’ alive, stayin’ alive”

This version is much different from the original, but it appears to have the approval of several. Many people commented on the video, stating how much they appreciated the updated version of The Bee Gees’ hit.

“I absolutely adored this rendition. No idea that the Bee Gees did so well as ragtime. Superb performance,” one person commented.

“This is, without a doubt, one of THE most-excellent covers in the history of covers! Musical genius, stellar vocals and talent,” a second person added.

“Perfect! Beautiful rendition of the classic…Stride piano, rockabilly rhythm section, great vocals…love this!” someone else wrote in response to the video.

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 man singing Calum Scott’s hit, “Dancing on My Own,” on the streets of London got some unexpected help during his performance.

Entertainment is a tough field to break into and make a steady, comfortable living. Many people dream of becoming an actor and appearing on television and the big screen. Others want to put their musical talents on full display as they perform on stage in front of thousands of adoring fans every night. 

But those are tasks easier said than done. Aspiring musicians must use whatever venue available to them to show off their talent, hoping to win over fans and gain attention. 

In a video posted on YouTube, one man, Luke Silva, took to the busy streets of London where he beautifully performed Calum Scott’s “Dancing on My Own.” 

As the video shows, hundreds of people walk by as he belts out the lyrics. But early in his performance, a young woman joins in and begins dancing along with his singing. She does a series of interpretative dance moves along to Luke’s marvelous singing.

She uses the entire space around the musician to perform her dance. Eventually, she moves to the area in front of Luke. As the camera swings around and captures her routine, it reveals the massive crowd taking in the extraordinary and spontaneous street performance.

However, she doesn’t stick around throughout the entire song. Luke encourages the crowd to show the young woman some appreciation. At around the 2:30-minute mark of the clip, she stops dancing and eventually walks off. 

But the young woman in the red dress apparently inspired someone else to strut their stuff as Luke sings. Before the end of the clip, a little girl tries out a few dance moves of her own that are similar to those of the woman in the red dress.

Psalm 30:11 “You have turned for me my mourning into dancing: you have put off my sackcloth, and girded me with gladness;”

Several members of the United States armed forces turned in a rousing and inspiring performance of a hit song from one of the biggest bands from the 1970s and 80s, Styx.

Michael Jackson, Elton John, The Eagles, Aerosmith and others were some of the most popular bands and singers from the 1970s and 80s. Those two decades featured a wide variety of music. Everything from the experimental sounds of Pink Floyd to Alice Cooper’s shock rock and Diana Ross and disco with Donna Summer and ABBA gained an audience. 

Another group that gained significant popularity at that time was the pop and rock band Styx. “Mr. Roboto,” “Lady” and “Too Much Time on My Hands” are just a few of their biggest hits. Now, in a video posted on YouTube, the U.S. Navy Band is giving one of the band's most recognizable tracks a completely different meaning. 

In the clip, the massive group of military musicians beautifully perform Styx’s hit from 1977,

“Come Sail Away.” Not only do the musicians give an outstanding performance, playing the song exactly as you remember it, but two young men give a terrific vocal performance.

After the first two verses, as the song picks up tempo considerably, the video shows members of the U.S. Navy hard at work, protecting the United States. The clips show military vets going about their daily routine, according to the video’s description. 

The video’s description mentions that “around the world, your United States Navy is working 24/7, 365 days a year to maintain freedom of the seas.”

The dazzling performance from the 1970s hit was from the band’s performance at the Concert on the Avenue last summer. 

Active duty and military veterans are a remarkable group of people capable of accomplishing astounding feats. The YouTube video is another example of the awe-inspiring talent of the men and women of the United States military. 

Ephesians 5:19 “Speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord;”

A musically talented couple performs a tune about nearing and looking into their eternal home from the comfort of a loveseat in their living room.

No one knows how much time they have on this earth. It’s simply an impossible measure to gauge. People can be here one minute and then gone the next. James 4:14 describes our lives as “a mist, which is seen for a little time and then is gone.”

In a video posted on YouTube, one couple – Dan and Amanda – give an outstanding performance of the gospel favorite “I’ve Never Been This Homesick Before.”

In the short clip, Dan plays the keyboard and sings most of the song. Amanda, on the other hand, strums along on the guitar and shoulders some singing duties. She joins in on the track’s lovely and memorable chorus.

“I can see my Father standing at the door
This world has been a wilderness
I’m ready for deliverance
Lord, I’ve never been this homesick before”

The song’s second verse mentions how the songwriter has been given the opportunity to look at heaven. What they spot are members of their family who have gone on ahead of them, but they are no longer old, sick or feeble. Because of this, they long to be in heaven and reunite with their family and friends. 

This is hardly the only song that Dan and Amanda have performed. On their YouTube channel, videos can be found of the two of them singing other songs like “Leaning on the Everlasting Arms,” “Everybody Ought to Know," “Away in a Manger" and others. 

Dan and Amanda, with their lovely performances, hope to “bless and encourage others through simple gospel music,” according to their YouTube channel. 

Revelation 21:4 “And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.”

Check out this beautiful live rendition from Ronnie Booth of the beloved song ‘Somewhere Over The Rainbow.’

“Somewhere over the rainbow, way up high, there's a land that I heard of once in a lullaby
Somewhere over the rainbow, skies are blue and the dreams that you dare to dream
Really do come true, someday I'll wish upon a star and wake up where the clouds
Are far behind me, where troubles melt like lemon drops away above the chimney tops”

The lovely video starts off with a beautiful scene of a rainbow shining over a lush green mountaintop, and then it transitions into Ronnie Booth singing ‘Somewhere Over The Rainbow’ live at Gaither Studios in Alexandria, IN.

“So beautiful and comforting. Brings back a lot of memories,” one person comments on YouTube after watching the music video.

“Oh! As smooth as silk. What a gift you have been given from God,” another person writes online.

Ronnie Booth has a wonderful voice, and it is just lovely to hear him perform this classic song. Back in 1990, Ronnie’s father, Ron Booth, restarted the southern gospel trio called The Booth Brothers. He was originally in it in 1957 with his brothers, but the group disbanded in 1963. When Ron Booth started up the group again, he did so with his sons, Michael and Ronnie Booth.

In June 2021, it was announced that Ronnie Booth was planning to leave The Booth Brothers and former Gaither Vocal Band lead singer Buddy Mullins would take his place. After a successful and fulfilling 32 year career in Gospel Music with the Booth Brothers, Ronnie retired from full-time touring to enjoy more time at home with his wife, Kim, and 6 grandkids!

We hope that you enjoyed listening to Ronnie Booth’s rendition of ‘Somewhere Over The Rainbow’ today!

A young woman performs a beautiful rendition of a song originally made famous by the multi-talented Barbra Streisand.

Barbra Streisand is one of the biggest stars of her generation. She has enjoyed a decades-long career, appearing in dozens of films, such as “Hello, Dolly!,” Meet the Fockers” and “The Guilt Trip.” However, she is also a singer known for her dazzling voice.

One of her most recognizable songs is the Oscar-winning tune “Evergreen” from the 1976 film “A Star is Born.” In a video posted on YouTube, Lucy Thomas covers the Barbara Streisand track. 

Attempting to do a song originally done by the legendary Barbra Streisand is a monumental task. However, Lucy shows that she is more than up for the challenge. Her rendition is simply stunning. The young woman’s beautiful voice and her soft, silky and smooth tones are perfect for the love song.

“Like a rose under the April snow
I was always certain love would grow
Love ageless and evergreen
Seldom seen by two”

Many who commented on the YouTube clip mentioned how much they adored Lucy’s cover of the Barbra Streisand hit song. One person even referred to the young woman’s voice as “perfect.”

“Oh, Lucy, that was wonderful. I’ve missed hearing your lovely voice singing a new song. You get better each time. Thank you for gracing us with another one. We love you,” one person wrote.

“Listening to Lucy sing, with her perfect voice, is guaranteed to make you feel better after a difficult day,” a second person added. 

“My God, how can Lucy get better than her other songs? She can and she did. The opening of this song and the ending note of this song is remarkable. Congratulations, Lucy,” another commenter posted.  

This is far from the only song Lucy has covered. On her YouTube channel, Lucy has covered songs from such artists as Elvis Presley, Aerosmith, Faith Hill and Coldplay.

Psalm 95:1 “O come, let us sing to the Lord: let us make a joyful noise to the Rock of our salvation.”

One gifted young woman’s amazing voice and outstanding cover of a Patti Labelle song brought the legendary singer to tears.

Everyone has been blessed with different gifts, talents and skills. Some people may have a knack for three or more areas, while others may only be proficient in a couple. Regardless of the area or how many, God expects those gifts to be used to bring glory and honor to His name.

One young woman, 10-year-old Skye Turner, has the voice of an angel. She has gotten a lot of attention for her impressive pipes and was invited to appear on “The Steve Harvey Show.”

During a few minutes of back and forth with Steve, Skye revealed that she prefers “old-school music.” Some of her favorite musicians include Prince and Anita Baker. But her favorite singer of all time is Patti Labelle. 

Later in the segment, Skye takes the stage and stuns the studio audience with her rendition of Patti Labelle’s “If Only You Knew.” Members of the audience, during her performance, stand to their feet and applaud the talented little lady. 

Near the end of her song, Skye gets a major surprise. Patti Labelle herself appears on the stage. Skye’s eyes widen and her mouth drops in astonishment at Patti’s unexpected appearance. Patti then joins the young woman and sings along with her. 

At one point during her surprise duet with Skye, Patti can be seen wiping away tears from her eyes. Also, immediately after the song, Patti, once again, brushes away the tears. 

Patti, it’s safe to say, is thoroughly impressed with the child’s dazzling singing voice.

“Skye, you are amazing,” Patti tells the little girl. “You’re a singing angel.”

Patti added that after hearing Skye’s voice, she said, “My goodness, God is good.”

Following their appearance together on the show, Patti gave Skye some sage advice on music and life. Patti even made a surprise phone call to Skye’s grandmother.

Psalm 95:1 “O come, let us sing to the Lord: let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation.”