HOMEWOOD, Ill. – Eddie Crook Company and Morning Star Records recording artist Rod Burton is proud to announce his partnership with the Angelic Talent Agency to host the first ever Soloist Showcase at the upcoming National Quartet Convention.

The showcase will feature 12 of the industry’s best soloists. The showcase has already confirmed Rod Burton and Kenny Bishop as featured performers. Each artist will also receive a written response and feedback on his or her performance by an industry leader and/or professional.

“Being a soloist, I know the burden of trying to make a lasting impression in an industry that is so group focused,” said Rod Burton. “I wanted to be a part of something that would allow soloists a chance to really shine. I am excited about this showcase and the opportunities that it will present to many fantastic soloists in this industry.”

The inaugural Soloist Showcase will take place on Friday, September 12, 2008 during the week of the National Quartet Convention in Louisville, Kentucky. The showcase will be held at the Executive Inn and run from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.

For more information on the Soloist Showcase, visit http://www.angelicshowcase.com.

Rod Burton will once again partner with Angelic Talent Agency as the host of their annual showcase during the week of the National Quartet Convention this September in Louisville, Kentucky. This year, the showcase will expand from two days to four days and will be held in two locations – ultimately featuring over 70 Southern Gospel artists.

Fans are encouraged to call their local radio station and request Rod’s current Top 40 single, “It’s Wonderful to Know”.

Rod recently unveiled his brand new, fully updated website in time for the release of his much anticipated new recording – Walking In the Light. For more information on Rod Burton – visit http://www.rodburtonmusic.com.

Fans are encouraged to visit Rod’s MySpace at http://www.myspace.com/rodburtonmusicinc. Rod’s ShoutLife can be found at http://www.shoutlife.com/rodburtonmusic.

About Rod Burton

Rod Burton is one of Southern Gospel’s fastest rising soloists. Described by family and friends as an interesting cross between big city businessman and down-home country boy, Rod is winning over fans all across the country. Rod released his Morning Star Records debut, By His Grace, in the spring of 2007. His current single is “It’s Wonderful to Know.”

Hey there folks!

I hope that everyone is having a great summer! We’ve been very busy, but we are managing a little fun here and there. We were able to spend a few days with some great friends of ours down in North Carolina. The Jay Stone Singers have been very good friends to us and we sure do appreciate Bobby and Sharona having us down to visit.

This past week we were able to finish up the new CD! I’m so excited about this new project. There are so many songs about our daily walk and how sometimes, it’s not a great one. But we have an assurance that He is there and that His love will get us into the Light. The title is ‘Walking In The Light’ and I just know it’s going to be a blessing to you. I really think the song selection, arrangements and even the vocals are just a step up from the last project; and that is exactly what I was hoping for. We should have the new CDs here in just a few weeks…but you can pre-order yours NOW by clicking on our STORE. I’m looking forward to having folks listen and give me their feedback. I really think you’re going to like it. There will be several new singles of this project I think. The title track is such a positive and uplifting song of hope and victory. There’s a song called “The Other Side” that says no matter what your battle, God will lead you through. There are a couple of songs of restoration and that talks about how a miracle feels! And the final track is one that means so much to me. “I’ll See You In The Rapture” was the song Charles Feltner was known best for. It has an amazing promise of tomorrow, and it means a lot to me to be able to share this song with a whole new set of listeners. Keep checking the site…there will be music clips up as soon as we can get them there.

While you’re there…check out the NEW WEB SITE! Yep…that’s right, we’ve revamped the whole site. My webmaster is a genius and incredibly creative. She’s also beautiful and a great mom, oh…and she’s my wife! Kelly did a great job of redesigning the whole site, just click HERE to take a look.  There are lots of places to look around and we’ll be adding lots of pictures here soon.

The latest single “It’s Wonderful To Know” continues to do well on radio. I’ve been on the top 40 chart at SGN for close to 3 months and just last week I broke the top 20 over at the Gospel Music Times chart. This is such an honor for me and I’m so glad that people are being blessed by this song. As we were driving to Nashville this past weekend Kelly and I were talking about some random subject, when all of a sudden she heard a song coming out of the radio. As she looked at the XM dial…yep, it was me! She got so excited she took pictures with her phone and started sending them out. This was the first time she’d actually just been driving along and the song came on XM. That’s the beauty of this radio station…they can be heard all over the country and my songs get a chance to be heard by millions of people. So…take a quick second and click HERE to send XM an e-mail. Ask them to play more of my songs, and thank them for all their work.

As we celebrate this holiday…please be sure to keep our country in your prayers. I believe we’re entering into one of the most significant periods in our lives. Our leaders…no matter who they are, need prayer. Our nation…no matter how strong it is, needs the supreme guidance of a merciful God. Our focus needs to be now more than ever on where He would lead us in the days ahead. Pray for those who put their lives on the line daily to protect what we so easily have come to expect. Keep their families in your prayer, and keep America in your prayers. This is one nation, under God…and we need to keep it that way!

Hope to see you soon…check the schedule page for new dates! Also…be sure to go over and visit the folks at iPodJuice. Tell them how much you appreciate their support of my ministry, and give them a change to meet all your iPod needs!

Till next time….

Blessings,

Rod

Hey there folks!

Yes…I know. It’s been a while. But things have just been hopping so much…there’s just been little time to write! We’re really excited about some amazing things that God is doing…and continually humbled by the opportunities we’re given, and the learning experiences we get to be a part of!

We’re almost done with the new CD! “Walking In The Light” will get the final mix on the 30th of this month and all the art work will be complete this week. I SHOULD have it back in hand no later than mid July. I’m really excited about several songs on the new CD, and really looking forward to your feedback. Most of all, I’m anxious to have folks listen and be blessed.

The last few weeks have been very exciting. We’ve been to several states and had the opportunity to minister and share with folks all over. We’ve had the chance to meet a lot of new friends, and make a lot of new contacts in the ‘business’ side of this effort. The bus is running great and I’m forever thankful for what it allows us to do. Yes…fuel is an issue. At $4.40 or so a gallon, it can get expensive. But it seems that no matter what, God makes a way. The most amazing times recently have centered on being able to really share my heart with people. I love to sing…and will sing all day if you’d like. But I really enjoy those times between the music when I’m able just to open my heart and allow God to use me.

As for the learning times…they never end. There are many that are serious things…like dealing with people who are hurting or have needs. Then there are those that are important experiences…like learning how to replace fuses on the bus! Finally….there are those funny things as well. We were in Cave City Kentucky a few weeks back when Kelly got up on a Friday morning and wanted to get ready. We’d decided that it would be an easy day…just enjoy and have fun till the concert that night. Kelly opened her closet on the bus…looked in, closed the door and asked; “Where are my clothes”? She then looked in another closet and asked the same question. I obviously had the ‘uh-oh’ look on my face and sheepishly asked; “Well where were they last time you saw them?”. That my friends…was not the correct way to handle this situation. She was quick to tell me they were hanging on the closet door in our room at home, right next to where my clothes had been….which were now in my closet. Furthermore, they were exactly where she told me they’d be, when she reminded me to load them on the bus. Being a wise man who knows when I’m in a corner, I quickly apologized and asked exactly where she’d like to go shopping for the weekend wardrobe. I may have made the mistake, but I was not ignorant enough to try and justify it!

My single is still doing well on several charts. “It’s Wonderful To Know” wound up at number 27 this past week on one poll, I’m thrilled to see that it’s being so well received. We’re still getting a lot of play on XM Radio as well. The folks there do a great job of keeping Gospel Music running 24×7 all across the country. I’ve had folks from all over tell me they’ve heard my songs there, so make sure you keep requesting that they play them! As a matter of fact…why not take just a minute and send an e-mail HERE to Marlin…asking him to play songs by Rod Burton. Also let him know you appreciate XM radio and Enlighten 34 for keeping good music available!

All the family is doing well. Kelly has been working on several new websites for other groups in the industry. She’s also working on all the art work for the new CD project. The kids are all doing great as well. We’re even managing to squeeze in a little vacation time here over the next week or so. Please continue to keep us in prayer. More than anything else, I want to be where God wants me to be. I want to be open to His lead…and not my wants. Please pray that we’ll be faithful and wise in all that we do. Please continue to pray for support and finances. As I said…fuel prices are hurting everyone, but we’ve got work to do. If you’re still considering being a partner with us, go to the website and click on the support page (http://www.rodburtonmusic.com/thelatest/?page_id=73). Here you can pledge a one time or a monthly gift of support. All donations that are made to Almost Home Music are tax deductible, and will certainly help us keep going. And just to remind you…if you commit at least $25 per month for a year or a $300 one time gift, you’ll get a signed copy of the new CD sent to you as soon as we get them in hand.

Finally let me leave you with this thought. While we were traveling over the last few weeks, Kelly read a news break about the death of Steven Curtis Chapmans little 5 year old daughter. She was killed when her older brother accidently backed over her in the driveway of their home. It’s a horrible story that gets repeated all over the country, and something this family will never fully recover from. Since the accident though…there have been several reports of how they handle things and move through the stages of restoration. While nothing about it is easy, they’ve been an incredible example to the world about the sustaining grace and comfort that God will bring. Even though their hearts are crushed, there’s a work to do and a call to fulfill. I’ve seen this kind of strength and surrender to God a few times in my life, and it never ceases to humble and amaze me. I saw people who were not only friends of mine but also my pastors stand beside the casket of their 17 year old daughter several years ago. She had been tragically killed in an auto accident…and their world was destroyed. She was a very special person to me…and I couldn’t imagine how hard it was for them. But as we stood at those services, I was amazed that they were holding people up. They were comforting me…about my loss, about my hurt. They were totally yielding themselves to God…and allowing their tragedy to be used as a tool to reach out to others. I never forgot that…and I never will. Examples like these should serve as a reminder to us about who we serve. Do we really believe all that stuff about His grace being sufficient? Is He really “All I Need”? It’s easy to sing those songs in the high times…when everything is going just right. It’s much harder to sing songs of hope and inspiration, when the world around you is falling apart. But if we really believe that He is our strength, His love never fails, then our worries and our problems…real as they are, have to pale in the shadow of His great light. While it would have been easier for Steven or for my pastors to just give up and wallow in their misery, they new that the God they serve was still in control and still had a work for them to do. Our prayers are with the Chapman family…and with all those who suffer incredible loss and strife.

So…until next time…please be sure and pass along to everyone about upcoming concerts and events that we’ll be a part of. We just have a few more dates in 2008 that are not committed, and we’ll be starting on 2009 very soon. Also be sure to pass the story of iPod Juice to all your friends and family. They’re an incredible blessing to this ministry…and I want to tell everyone about them!

Blessings,

–
Rod

Hey local friends!
As you may have noticed, Rod spends way more time singing out of town than in town, but thanks to Pastor Ron Long and the good folks at Fellowship Baptist Church, southern gospel is coming to the (waaaaay) south side of Chicago this summer. FBC and Rod will be hosting four different SG groups this summer, and Rod will be singing at each event as well.

First one up is coming Saturday, June 28 at 6pm and features the Minister’s Quartet. These concerts are free (an offering will be taken to cover expenses, especially for the groups traveling from out of town), and there will be refreshments served after. This is a lovely way to spend a summer evening, but… We need YOUR HELP to promote these events and get people in the seats.

Please download and print this flyer (requires Adobe Reader) and hang up in your local library, cafes, grocery stores, and bookstores. Distribute to family and friends and ask your Pastor to announce in the church bulletin. Let’s bring in as many people as we can not only to support Christan ministry but to reach our neighborhoods for Christ!

Please email or call us with any questions!
- Kelly

The Cover Boy!
Rod Burton
May 16, 2008

Hey there folks!

Hope things are going well for you. It’s been a busy time around here, and we might actually be getting close to seeing spring like weather. We haven’t seen snow here in a while, so that’s a good sign!

This past weekend was Mother’s Day and we had the chance to spend the morning with some new friends at the Black Oak Baptist Church in Gary, Indiana. These folks were so kind to us and treated us very well. We met some wonderful people and their Pastor was one of the most Pentecostal Baptist preachers I’ve ever seen! It was a real blessing for us to be there, and we can’t wait to be back with them again sometime.

This weekend we’ll be in the SW Ohio area for a series of 3 concerts through the weekend. It’ll be great to see old friends and make some new ones as well. If you’re in the Monroe area on Saturday afternoon, we’ll be at Turtle Creek Market from 1-4pm at their main stage area. Sunday morning we’ll be with the folks at Healing Heart Church in Huber Heights, and Sunday at 2pm we’ll be at the Miamisburg Spring Fling festival at Library Park. Come on over and say hey!

Next week we’ll be heading for Nashville to finish the vocals on the new CD. The title will be “Walking In The Light” and features several new songs I think you’re going to like. As soon as we can get some samples up on the web-site, we’ll let you know. Keep us in your thoughts and prayers as we travel and as we do the work on the CD. I want to be sure that it’s something that will be used by God to touch people’s lives. We’ll also get to spend some time with some close friends from the Jay Stone Singers who will be helping with background vocals on the project. And as a special surprise…Kelly and Paige will also be doing some background vocals on one of the songs!

I was very excited and honored to be the cover story for the month of May on Gospel Music News. This publication is one of the largest in print media outlets for Gospel Music, and I’ve got the cover story as well as a full page ad about the new CD. Be sure to check it out at www.gospelmusicnews.org . We’ve got copies of the magazine available if you’re interested.

There are lots of great things going on in our ministry right now. Be sure to keep a check on the website for updates and new appearance dates. Be sure and forward this newsletter on to as many folks as you can, and tell them to sign up for themselves. If you’d like us to come and be with you at your church, just contact us and we’ll work it out. We do have a few dates still open this year…but not a lot (which is a great thing!). Also check out the new page at the website that allows you to give a tax deductible donation. Any help you can provide will be such a blessing to us. Lastly…be sure and contact your local radio stations and ask them to play “It’s Wonderful To Know” by Rod Burton. And…please take a minute RIGHT NOW to send an e-mail to XM Radio BY CLICKING HERE and ask them to play ANYTHING by Rod Burton. I really love Enlighten 34…be sure to tell Marlin and Dan how much you appreciate all the work they do.

Wanted to give you an update as well on the little baby we asked prayer for a few weeks back. Little Adam was born on March 31st and had to be transported to a children’s hospital with a host of issues. There was a period that things didn’t look good and his parents were told he was in a life critical place. This past week we were able to go to their house and hold little Adam, who is now incredibly healed by the power of God. He’s a cute little guy…with lots of hair and a very serious look! Thank you so much for your prayers, and thanks be to God for His healing power.

Last thing to leave you with…a story. This past weekend over at Black Oak Baptist we had the chance to meet a lot of great people as I mentioned. The Pastor was a real hoot…but the best story happened as he was greeting folks from the pulpit. There was an older lady who came in a little after service started and used a walker to take her seat in the row just ahead of me. She was obviously having a hard time getting around, but took her time and got settled in. The Pastor looked over and addressed her as “hey you”…then said “it’s good to see you here”. He then went on to add “the funeral home called, they’re looking for you”. Now this brought a laugh from most folks and kind of shocked me a bit. This little lady just smiled and responded that she still had some items in her bucket to complete before she kicked it. The Pastor teared up and struggled to continue to talk with her, emphasizing all along that he was not going to cry. After the service, he explained that this little lady he was picking on was his mother. She had been in the hospital for several weeks and was not expected to make it. This was her first day, Mother’s Day, back in church. He didn’t think she would be able to attend, and was surprised and a bit overwhelmed to see her come strolling in. God is good…and it was a good day.

Keep us in prayer…remember to pass the word along about our friends at iPodJuice! Click on the banner below for all your iPod needs!

Till next time,

Blessings!
–
Rod
 
www.rodburtonmusic.com
http://www.shoutlife.com/rodburtonmusic
http://www.myspace.com/rodburtonmusic
http://xianz.com/Rod_Burton

Hey there folks! I hope that everyone is doing well and that you’ve been blessed beyond belief! It’s been a couple of weeks since I’ve sent an update and I have several things to share with you!

We just got back from a great trip to Alabama. We stopped on the way down in Nashville and had dinner with Scotty Godsey of The Northmen and The Eddie Crook Company. Scott is a great friend and it’s always nice to spend time with him. We drove on down to Alabama and spent 3 action-packed days there:

Our first day we stopped by to visit Kayla at WVOB in Dothan, Alabama. We had an enjoyable conversation while she played several of our songs and told listeners about the concerts we had lined up. That night we were with some great folks over at The Klondyke Music Center in Ozark where Ron took really good care of us. The Klondyke Center is a wonderful and historic venue and we look forward to going back someday.

The second day we were over at the Lighthouse in Grimes. We had the chance to hear several wonderful singers and share in a sweet time in the Lord.

That Sunday we were with Pastor Tony Rosetta and the folks at the Eufaula UMC for their annual picnic. The resort area where the event was held was really nice. My only concern was when we pulled up in the bus to see the sign that said “Danger - Alligators Present!”. Now I of course asked if that was a real sign or just for show…it was quickly pointed out where some ‘gators had been seen just earlier that morning! But…we had a great time and some amazing food with these folks. Have any of y’all ever had a pineapple sandwich? Well, neither had I…but it’s made with pineapple, mayo, and bread, and it was incredible!

As this was the first trip with “Gracie” (the bus), it was certainly a time of learning. For instance…did y’all know that a gallon of milk in the refrigerator just might slide out onto the floor if you take a curve too fast? We didn’t either! We just naturally assumed that the door must not have been closed very well. So when the 2 gallon jug of water did the same thing a couple of hours later, we knew there was an issue! But a quick stop at the Walmart (our favorite on the road quick stop) provided some child proof cabinet locks that took care of the problem! Yes, there were several things learned about what you do and don’t do on a bus…I’ll share more later, especially the lesson about NOT backing up into areas that you can’t see at 11pm! Let’s just say it was a sticky situation!

On our way back we stopped again in Nashville to start working on the new CD. The title is going to be “Walking In The Light” and I’m really excited about the songs and the message. Each one of these songs is a testament to the victory we have in Jesus. The title song as well as another on the project were written by my good friend Bobby Carter of The Jay Stone Singers. I’m anxious for you to this project. It also contains a very special song by Charles Feltner. “I’ll See You In The Rapture” was certainly his most well known song, and certainly has a message of hope and of victory for us as believers. Mr. Eddie Crook was the session leader and did all the keyboard work, and as always did a great job! We’ll finish the vocals in May and the project should be available by late June/early July. Be looking for your chance to pre-order from the web site.

Speaking of the web site, there are several new updates there, including a page where you can support our ministry with a tax deductible gift. Many have asked for access to make a one time or monthly donation through the web, and now it’s available. You can select a one time gift and enter the amount, or select a subscription for a monthly donation, and there are several options available for payment. Remember that all gifts are tax deductible and help us tremendously to keep things going in this ministry. Just go to the web site (www.rodburtonmusic.com ) and click on the link that says “support”. Also remember that anyone who pledges $25 or more per month or a one time gift of $300 will receive a signed copy of the new CD as soon as it’s available. Thank you so much for your support and prayers… it really means everything to us!

We have lots of new dates being added to the calendar…be sure to stop by and take a look. Also be sure to let us know if you’d like us to come to your church. We have sample CDs and references from many pastors that you can take to your pastor, and we’d love to come be with you. Don’t forget to send an e-mail to XM Radio by clicking HERE. Just ask them to play “It’s Wonderful to Know” by Rod Burton…or ask them to play ANYTHING by Rod Burton! They’ve been great about playing several songs from our current CD, and I know they enjoy hearing from folks.

That’s about it for this session. Welcome to all the new folks on the list…and if you know someone who’d like to get this newsletter, forward it on to them. They can subscribe themselves by following the links here or on the web site. Also be sure and check out the iPod Juice links at the bottom. Pass this along to ALL your friends who have iPods. Let these folks know how much we appreciate their support of this ministry!

Till next time,

Blessings!
–
Rod
 
www.rodburtonmusic.com
http://www.shoutlife.com/rodburtonmusic
http://www.myspace.com/rodburtonmusic
http://xianz.com/Rod_Burton

Up and Coming Soloist Makes Key Media Appearances this Month

HOMEWOOD, Ill. – Eddie Crook Company and Morning Star Records recording artist Rod Burton’s latest single, “It’s Wonderful to Know”, has become the singer’s first Top 40 single.

The song, which has become a fan favorite, debuted at #40 last week on the SoGospelNews.com Top 40 Weekly Chart. The song bulleted five positions this week and is currently charting at #35 on the chart.

Rod Burton said, “I am so excited to see how well this song is being received by radio and fans alike. I love performing this song, and it’s exciting to see how it is affecting those who hear it!”

In addition, Rod is making notable appearances in the media this week. Rod is the featured artist this month on SGMRadio.com’s Fast Five. The Fast Five features artists who are making notable advances in their ministry and career in Gospel music in a candid Q&A setting. Rod’s Fast Five feature is currently on display on the SGMRadio.com homepage.

Also, The up and coming soloist is featured this week on Tunes4Him.com’s weekly radio program “John’s Gospel Music Show” which is hosted by popular internet DJ John Mills. The show is broadcast daily on the Tunes4Him.com radio network.

Rod recently reached a sponsorship agreement with iPodJuice (http://www.ipodjuice.com), the leading iPod battery replacement company. Under the terms of agreement, iPod Juice will partner with Rod Burton Music in ministry efforts across the country. Rod will make available and display promotional materials about the services that iPodJuice provides at his ministry and concert events.

iPodJuice is a San Antonio-based company that offers kits allowing people to replace the battery in their iPod in a matter of minutes. They can also replace the battery for customers that would rather outsource the entire job.

More information on iPodJuice can be found at http://www.ipodjuice.com/ipod-mini-battery-replacement-products.htm.

Fans are encouraged to call their local radio station and request Rod’s current single, “It’s Wonderful to Know”.

For more information on Rod Burton – visit http://www.rodburtonmusic.com.

Fans are encouraged to visit Rod’s MySpace at http://www.myspace.com/rodburtonmusic.com. Rod’s ShoutLife can be found at http://www.shoutlife.com/rodburtonmusic.

About Rod Burton
Rod Burton is one of Southern Gospel’s fastest rising soloists. Described by family and friends as an interesting cross between big city businessman and down-home country boy, Rod is winning over fans all across the country. Rod released his Morning Star Records debut, By His Grace, in the spring of 2007. His current single is “It’s Wonderful to Know.”

We named our new home-on-the-road “Gracie” for obvious reasons. Everything about our lives right now is a result of God’s grace. We recently celebrated 5 years of marriage, we now have 4 beautiful kids, and now, God is truly driving our ministry into some amazing places. We couldn’t be more grateful. Thank you for all you do to support us! Click this link to see some photos of Gracie.

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Too many blessings to count!
Rod Burton
Apr 1, 2008

Hey there folks… Yes, it’s been 3 LONG weeks since I wrote something, but things have just been so busy! God is doing amazing things and His favor never ceases to just blow me away!

I trust that all of you had a great Easter celebration! We actually made it to the sunrise service this year, which is NOT a common event around our house. I think it’s just not named correctly, since even the sun wasn’t up yet when we got to church. It was a great service though, and while the sun may not have been up, the Son had risen indeed. We had a great time celebrating the incredible gift of grace that our God has given to each of us.

Things have been moving quickly around here. I know that I wrote to you several weeks ago that we were looking for some alternate transportation. Pulling the trailer with the Suburban has been great, but all the hours in car seats; moving in and out of hotels; all the eating out….was not only getting very tiring, but was getting very expensive. We decided that we needed to look at the possibility of getting a bus to travel in and cut down on all those things. While I wasn’t sure what we were getting into, we did in fact locate a great coach owned by 2 wonderful people in Michigan. They had used “Gracie” (that’s what we’re calling her) for camping and had decided to down size to something else. Gracie is a 1987 Prevost Executive and is just perfect for us. The folks we bought her from have been so kind and helpful, they were truly sent by God for us at this time. We’ve got Gracie home…and are gearing up for our first big trip here in a couple of weeks. Please pray for us…it’s a big step, with a lot of expense, but it’s been a complete God move to get us into this vehicle. There will be pictures up on the web site soon…and be sure to keep an eye out for us as we move down the road!

Speaking of the big trip coming up, we’ll be heading for Alabama here in a couple of weeks. We’ll be singing on Friday night, Saturday night, and Sunday morning/afternoon. We’re REALLY looking forward to this trip and having the chance to minister to these folks. On the way back we’ll be stopping in Nashville to start the new CD project! Please keep us in prayer around that as well. I have a lot of ideas for this new CD project and really want to be sure that we’re following where God will lead.

There are lots of new dates being added to the schedule. Be sure to check it out and if you’d like to have us come to your church or event, just give us a call. Also be sure to notice the info below about our sponsors at iPodJuice.com. These folks have partnered with us and I want to make sure we show them how much we appreciate their help. If you have an iPod, or know someone who does, have them go and checkout www.ipodjuice.com . Just click on the link below and you’ll see all the great products and services these guys can offer. Also…if you enter rodburton at checkout, you get a special discount (20%!) just for knowing me!

A reminder to be sure and call and request our latest single. “It’s Wonderful to Know” is doing well and being played at stations all around the country. We’re also still getting a lot of airplay over at XM Radio. Please take a minute RIGHT NOW to send an e-mail By CLICKING HERE, and ask them to play “It’s Wonderful To Know” by Rod Burton! I’m also featured this month as the “Fast Five” interview over at SGMRadio. Just click www.sgmradio.com/fastfive.html to read my answers to the 5 questions they asked!

We’ve got lots going on, and we’re very excited that you’re a part of this ministry. As I said last time, we’re now a charitable organization, so any gifts that are given to the ministry are now tax deductible. We’re still looking for more folks to join our list of 100 supporters that will commit to $25 per month or $300 for the whole year. Won’t you please consider being a part and helping us to continue to share the love of God wherever we have an opportunity to go? The link will be on the web-site soon so that you can donate directly there, or you can send a check payable to “Rod Burton Music”.

To end this update, I’ve got a very special prayer request. Some friends of ours just had a brand new baby boy. Adam was born on Monday and has developed pneumonia. He’s being transferred to a local childrens hospital to get the help he needs, and he’s going to be just fine. Please pray with us and beleive God to completely heal Adam and allow him to get home with his Mom and Dad soon.

till next time…

Blessings!
–
Rod
 
www.rodburtonmusic.com
http://www.shoutlife.com/rodburtonmusic
http://www.myspace.com/rodburtonmusic
http://xianz.com/Rod_Burton

March is a special time!
Rod Burton
Mar 7, 2008

Hey there folks…and welcome to March! I think March is a great month. Now some would say because it’s my birthday month (the 15th…for those who are planning a surprise~), or that baseball and spring training are in full swing, but the real reason is that it brings us SPRING! I’m more excited about spring this year than I have been in a while. It seems like it’s been a really long and harsh winter, and I’m thankful to see it go!

This month also brings us Easter and the celebration of the greatest sacrifice known to man. While Christmas is a really important time…Easter is the celebration of the greatest defeat to death, hell and the grave that the world has ever seen. Yes, it is a time that we remember the pain and suffering that Christ took for us, but more it’s a celebration of His resurrection and redemption for our lives. Without the cross, there’s no crown. Without the sacrifice, there’s no salvation. This is a glorious time and I’m so thankful for the gift that we’ve received by HIS grace!

I’ve had some folks asking about how miss Kaitlyn is doing. She’s doing very well and finally over the little virus she had. She’s eating….a lot, and growing. She’s even sleeping now. She and mom are both doing very well.

This is the weekend we head out on the road for the first time with the new baby. We’ll be up in Portland, Michigan on Saturday afternoon and evening. If y’all are in that area…be sure and come be with us. The event is the Midwest Christian Music Celebration and will be held at 9466 Cutler, with events at 1pm and 5:30pm. If you’re close…come on by! On Sunday we’ll be headed over to Pontiac, Michigan to see a bus. We’ve found a 1987 Prevost that is set up just the way we need it, and we have the opportunity to see it up close and personal this weekend. Please be in prayer for us on this. It’s a big decision and one that we’re not taking lightly. The room and setup would be a great blessing to us traveling with all the kids, and we want to be sure that we’re being good stewards of what God has blessed us with. Just be in prayer that things will open up for us as He would direct. Be sure to keep checking the schedule for lots of new dates being added…and if you’d like us to come to your town, just call!

We did get the 1st set of radio tracking reports for the new single. Most stations are listed as light play or reviewing, but I’ve heard some really good reports and feedback on it. Be sure and call your local station and ask them to play “It’s Wonderful To Know” by Rod Burton. Over at my favorite place…XM Radio, they’re playing 5 of my songs right now. I really appreciate what they’re doing for this genre…and you should as well. Please take a moment and send an e-mail by clicking HERE and ask them to play the single as well. Also this Saturday (the 8th), XM will do their 1st ever LIVE call in show! From 1pm - 5pm eastern you can e-mail or call them at 866-414-3434 and request your favorite songs! Just be sure that at least one of your favorite is ME!

We’ve gotten several folks who have joined us in support as part of the “100 helpers”. We’re looking for 100 people who’ll support us (tax free) with at least $25 per month. That’s $300 a year and can be donated monthly or all at one time. Not only is it a great deduction, but you’ll also get a signed copy of the new CD! Please consider helping us. I know that God will bless your efforts and it’ll mean so much to our ministry. You can make your donation directly to Rod Burton Music, and very soon you’ll be able to make it through the website!

That’s it for this time. We’re welcoming several new folks to the mailing list, and we’re very glad you’re here. Remember that if you need or know someone who needs a battery for their iPod…we can hook you up! Just follow the link on the website (www.rodburtonmusic.com) and be sure to enter the promo code listed! We’re so very appreciative of the sponsorship by iPodJuice, and we want to make sure to tell everyone about them.

Keep us in prayer as we travel, and next time I’ll tell you about the new CD. We’ve got the dates all scheduled for the trax….so, it won’t be long.

till next time…

Blessings!
–
Rod

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