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I was wrong, I’m sorry and I love you. (First listen)

Derek Webb - I was wrong, I'm sorry & I love you.

Derek Webb has a new album dropping in just a few short days.

I was wrong, I’m sorry and I love you.

I’ve practically grown up with Webb – first listening to Caedmon’s Call in high school and college and now following his solo career as I made my way through the world of post-school, married with kids life.

His music has become a life canon of sorts for numerous points in my life.

As others before have mentioned, good art should make us think, question and often challenge the world around us – and Derek’s music has always done just that – including this latest release.

Luckily, you don’t have to wait until the album officially drops in early September. You can pre-order the album today and get an immediate download of the album (along with a number of other special swag packages).

I’ve ordered my copy and I’m listening to the album now. Here are my initial thoughts:

I Was Wrong, I’m Sorry and I love You.

The title track (and first) track on the album starts out with a quiet Derek re-visiting the past as synthesized bells chime in the background. The chorus picks up in a somewhat “traditional” Webb musical style repeating the simple phrase “I was wrong, I’m sorry and I love you.”

When I shared those words on Facebook originally a few weeks ago, my dad made the comment – “nine simple words that can change everything.” I agree.

The song reminds me a lot of Caedmon’s Call latest release (which Webb helped produce), maybe even a little 40 Acres-esque.

And the video for the track is greatness! Bummed I didn’t have time to participate in the crowd-sourced piece of it.


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The week in review 9/26/12 – 9/30/12

Catching up on some photos from this week.

Discovered my lens definitely doesn’t do macro very well (didn’t really expect it to). Tried getting some closeups of some coins – no luck.

Enjoyed seeing Derek Webb at the Prophet Bar in Deep Ellum. Left my camera in the car during the show – decided I’d rather sit and enjoy the show than worry about photos.

Grabbed a few shots near my car on the way out and really wished I had my tripod.

Friday the rains came and as of Sunday afternoon, we’re still getting sprinkles here and there.

And Sunday morning – I got a kick out of watching HDiddy’s feet tapping to the music of Shaun Groves.

St Peter’s Brewery – one year later

St Peters Brewery

It was one year ago (Dec 2, 2009) that I launched my first novel, St. Peter’s Brewery, into the wild.

I will admit I had high-hopes for the book (I’m sure every author does) but at the end of the day only a “select few” will ever sell more than 100 copies (where’s that stat on Kevin’s website when I need it?). Kevin Hendricks points out that only 79% of all books will sell more than 100 copies.
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iPhone vs Android initial thoughts

Me and my iPhone 3G
Me and my iPhone 3G

Well I’ve done the unthinkable… I’ve switched to an iPhone… for the time being.

After several months of using a rooted G1 and Cyanogenmod 6 (Android 2.2) on AT&T the phone was becoming more and more unreliable. While the last few weeks (since the stable version of Cyanogenmod 6 was released) I haven’t had too many problems, after missing a vital text message early Saturday morning, I gave into Laurie’s request to consider getting a different phone.

After all, with twins on the way and her at 34+ weeks… it’s probably best I have a phone I know I can count on.
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When atheists and Baptists agree

But Half a Man
But Half a Man | Photo by riebart

“In matters that are so obscure and far beyond our vision, we find in Holy Scripture passages which can be interpreted in very different ways without prejudice to the faith we have received. In such cases, we should not rush in headlong and so firmly take our stand on one side that, if further progress in the search for truth justly undermines this position, we too fall with it.”

– St. Augustine

A brilliant quote from St. Augustine, as referenced by Rachel Evans in her Washington Post column.

I interviewed Rachel for our podcast a week or two ago and just finished reading her book, “Evolving in Monkey Town.” A great read.

In the book (and somewhat in the column) Rachel lays out her memories and discusses how being given the space to ask questions and have doubt actually helped save her faith.

It’s a great example of why building spaces of grace have become so important to me.

Caedmon’s Call Raising up the Dead – initial thoughts

Caedmon's Call Raise up the Dead
Caedmon's Call Raise up the Dead

Caedmon’s Call is back with a brand new album — Raising Up the Dead.

Derek Webb rejoins his “family” for this release and his influence is evident beyond just the production — with his writing and vocals taking part throughout the album as well.

Officially the album releases Sept. 14, 2010, but you can purchase a pre-release digital version of the album on their website today.

Musically this is a beautiful album — perhaps my favorite from Caedmon’s. You can hear the original sound that drew me to Caedmon’s Call in the first place, with an obvious maturity that comes with age and varied experiences.
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