Famed vocalist Alex Boye delivers a potent collection of patriotic favorites including “America the Beautiful,” “Amazing Grace,” and “Shenandoah.”
Recorded in Alex’s unique style that has made him famous around the world, these songs will bring tears to your eyes and pride to your heart.
Also includes “Calling America,” a stirring original track written by Alex after making the decision to become an American citizen.
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Calling America
- Date
6/5/2012
- Genres
Pop
- Artists
Alex Boyé
For the first time ever, an album exclusively of Tyler’s songs. After nearly 2 decades of writing, producing and arranging music for some of the industry’s top recording artists and performers, Shadow Mountain Records and Deseret Book is excited to announce the release of the first album ever of Tyler Castleton’s music — “When I Can’t Speak: The Music of Tyler Castleton.” This 17 track collection album includes some of Tyler’s most requested songs, performed by the most beloved voices in LDS and Christian music. The album also includes brand-new songs, performed by Tyler, as well as newly recorded versions of popular, previously released songs.
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When I Can’t Speak
- Date
5/14/2012
- Genres
Christian & Gospel
- Artists
Tyler Castleton
Popular all-mom trio, Mercy River, is back and better than ever with their mesmerizing harmonies and upbeat vocal arrangements. This time Whitney, Brooke and Soni bring you a mix of well-known inspirational music together with original songs that highlight the true talent of this singing sisterhood.
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Higher
- Date
2/29/2012
- Genres
Christian & Gospel
- Artists
Mercy River
Michael McLean’s touching Christmas tale has become a timeless classic. It tells the story of a nurse whose empty life is changed by her patient, John, who expands her understanding of Christmas. The Forgotten Carols are original songs from the perspective of characters such as the innkeeper who turned the young couple away or the shepherd who slept through the angel’s announcement. Their personal accounts, until now, have been overlooked or ignored. Together, John and Constance discover what the world has fogotten about Chirstmas.
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Track List:
- Let Him In
Jordan Bluth
- Homeless
Jordan Bluth
- He Was Here
Michael McLean
- Handel’s Dream
Michael McLean
- Mary Let Me Hold Her Baby
Lynne McLean
- The Music Box
Instrumental
- I Was Not His Father, He Was Mine (Live)
Michael McLean with Jordan Bluth
- Three Kings Found the Lord
Jordan Bluth
- I Cry the Day I Take the Tree Down
Kelly Kuhnen
- What I Need
Kelly Kuhnen
- Arise and Shine Forth
Jordan Bluth
- Together Forever / Silent Night (Live)
Michael McLean
Acclaimed classical violinist Jenny Oaks Baker joins Emmy-award-winning composer Kurt Bestor to create a memorable and entertaining album adapted from classic Disney favorites. This album will prove to be a favorite among generations who grew up with these Disney classics and children who are now discovering them for the first time. No family’s music collection is complete without Jenny Oaks Baker’s new album.
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Wish Upon A Star
- Date
8/9/2012
- Genres
Instrumental
- Artists
Jenny Oaks Baker
Some of Hilary Weeks’ best music yet, Every Step is packed full of the classic Hilary sound fans have come to love – with more energy than ever before.
Writing and singing new songs for Every Step, has taken her all the way to Nashville where she recorded and produced the album with Tyler Castleton and many other wildly talented musicians.
If you’re a Hilary Weeks fan, this is an album you won’t want to ignore.
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Every Step
- Date
10/25/2012
- Genres
Christian & Gospel
- Artists
Hilary Weeks
Each of us has experienced circumstances in our lives when the only person we can turn to is God. Whether in times of greatest need or times when our hearts have been filled with gratitude for the blessings we have received and for the lessons we have learned, we have felt constrained to kneel before Him and express our desires, thanks and praise. These “prayer songs” comprise some of the most beautiful, powerful and dramatic ever written.
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- Bring Him Home – From Les Miserables
- Not Too Far From Here
- He’s My Son
- Not My Will
- Savior Redeemer of My Soul
- Better Than I
- Joseph’s Lullaby
- My Kindness Shall Not Depart From Thee
- I have Seen Him
- and More!
It all started when Hilary Weeks decided to adapt the lyrics of the song “My Favorite Things” to capture her favorite things more accurately. High on the list of favorites came “bedtime and naptime,” but those were soon followed by all kinds of quotes, experiences, memories, insights, and even some fun recipes. In this joyful book for moms, Hilary shares many of those favorite things, including her famed “song parodies” on an accompanying CD.
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Track List:
- Climb Every Mountain
- Bibbidi Bobbidi Boo
- I Believe I Can Fly
- To-Do List
- My Favorite Things
- Holy Cow Trail Stampede
- Who You Are
Lyrics:
Climb Ev’ry Mountain
Climb ev’ry mountain
Wash every load
If you’re alive and breathing
Then there are clothes to fold
Sort whites and colors
Wash some on hot
All my whites are pink now
Because of one red sock
Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo – INTRO
Now, since we’re on the subject of theme songs, is anyone interesting in a theme song for teenagers? It seems to me that teenagers don’t listen very well because you can tell them things over and over and over and they just don’t get it. For instance, I have a teenage daughter and I I have told her more times than I can count, “Please clear off the bathroom counter. Before you go to school, put away the hairspray, the deodorant, the curling irons. Just put it all in the drawer.” And every time, she will say: “Ok, Mom. I totally will. That is no problem at all.” And then she goes to school and I walk by the bathroom and everything is still sitting there on the counter. So I have decided that we speak different languages. When I am speaking, this is what she hears:
Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo
Salagadoola mechicka boola bibbidi-bobbidi-boo
I am a teenager, so all I hear is
bibbidi-bobbidi-boo
I Believe I Can Fly
I believe I can fly
And I will if you continue to cry
I’ve listened to you whine all day
Gonna start the minivan and drive away
Cuz my ears are gettin’ sore
You’ll see me running through that open door
And when daddy gets home
Tell him not to call my cell phone
Unless he’s made you dinner
And the dishes have been done
And you’ve been tucked into bed
With pajamas and a pull-up on
Otherwise I’ll run errands all night long
Or at least I will try
To- Do List
The alarm clock goes off.
I feel like I’m dead.
I push snooze three times
Then I roll out of bed
The house is so quiet
The kids still asleep
I have time to myself
So I brush my teeth
Then I read my scriptures
And say my prayers
Heaven knows I’ll need help
Not to pull out my hair
I wish my whole day could be calm like this
But alas let the rat race begin
The kids all wake up
I help them get dressed
I do their hair then I make them breakfast
A healthy well balanced meal
I serve captain crunch and fruit loops
I pack them a lunch
I find shoes and socks
Just in time for the bus
I kiss them as they walk out the door
You might think I’d be lonely but there are two more
I plop them in front of morning T.V.
It’s a small price to pay for my sanity
Then I exercise for 20 minutes
Shower, dress and do the dishes
Throw in a few loads of laundry
Vacuum the floor
Sweep the kitchen, dust the shelves
I really ought to hire help
Change a diaper, find my keys
Then head out the door
To Wal-Mart, Costco, Target, ShopKo,
Walgreens just to get a few things
Back in time for visit teaching
But that’s not all
Plan the budget pay the bills,
Clean up at least a dozen spills
Check my e-mail, write a blog,
Then call my best friend
Help with homework, drive to soccer
Make an appointment with the doctor
Plan a birthday, feed the dog,
Piano lessons
Send the friends home
Pick the kids up
Time for the dinner
I’ll order pizza
And when tomorrow comes I’ll do this all again
Then my husband comes home, and pulls something out of my hair
It’s a smushed cheerio; I didn’t know it was there
He gives me a hug in his sweet gentle way
And then he asks, “So, what did you do today?”
Just the usual
My Favorite Things
When I don’t constantly nag at my children
They just do their chores like sweeping the kitchen
When they put toilet paper back on the roll
It feels like I’ve witnessed a small miracle
Here’s a few more of my favorite things:
Bedtime and naptime and bedtime and naptime
Bedtime and naptime and bedtime and naptime
Did I mention it’s nice when the kids go to sleep
These are a few of my favorite things
When the kids fight
When my husband’s late
When I’m feeling sad
I open the freezer, pull out the ice cream
And then I don’t feel so bad
Who You Are
I know you wonder
If you’ll ever have a day
Where the kids stay calm, the laundry’s done
And the dishes are put away
And sometimes you feel like
Your days are spent and gone
And the question running through your mind
Is what have I gotten done
And when you finally have a moment to slow down
At the end of your day I know Father would say
Believe in what you’re doing
Believe in who you are
And hold tight to the truth that you’re a daughter of God
Believe in who you’re becoming, believe in who you are
Now it might seem simple
All the little things you do
But the lives you touch matter so much
And there’s no one else like you
And Father needs you to stand tall and faithful
To be all you can be
Oh, if you could see what he sees
You’d believe in what you’re doing
You’d believe in who you are
So hold tight to the truth that you’re a daughter of God
Believe in who you’re becoming, believe in who you are
And when it’s hard to believe in yourself
And you feel like you’re beginning to doubt
Remember
That he believes in what you’re doing
He believes in who you are
So don’t lose sight of the truth that you’re a daughter of God
That he believes in who you’re becoming, He believes in who you are
After living for more than three decades with an abnormal heart defect called congenital heart disease, award-winning pianist Paul Cardall received a miracle. His life was saved by a last-minute heart transplant. In New Life, Paul’s newfound gratitude and humility for life pours through his fingers into inspiring new compositions, played as only Paul can play them accompanied by beautifully lush string arrangements. Perfect for meditation, contemplation, or even casual listening, New Life will lift your day and enlighten your path. On the heels of his bestselling memoir Before My Heart Stops Paul’s new album is sure to be a favorite among fans of all ages. Included in each album is BONUS DVD featuring the Paul Cardall’s first live performance post transplant in front of a sold out crowd.
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New Life
- Date
2/7/2011
- Genres
New Age
- Artists
Paul Cardall
Hilary captu
res the essence of Christmas in her inspiring and entertaining style. Christmas Once Again balances the true meaning of the holidays with a fun and festive view. It will remind you of what is really important this time of year. Bring the spirit of the season into your home with Christmas Once Again.
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Track List:
- Silent Night
- What Child Is This?
- Do You Hear What I Hear?
- O Come, All Ye Faithful
- Home for the Holidays
- Christmas Once Again
- Ring the Bells
- Away in a Manger . . . and more!
Lyrics:
1. Christmas Once Again
(Hilary Weeks)
When the frost comes
When mittens and hats go on
When the snow leaves a blanket of white veiling the ground
When housetops
Glisten with strings of light
When the children impatiently wait for that magical night
It’s Christmas
It’s Christmas once again
Sing Halleluia
For a star in the sky and angels who sang
Halleluia, O Halleluia
For the Gift Heaven gave
When sleigh bells ring
When evergreens scent the air
When the ovens and counters are filled with goodies to share
When the laughter begins
As families gather close
When the melodies of the season echo through our homes
It’s Christmas
It’s Christmas once again
Repeat Chorus
When hearts change
When hope conquers fear
When the things that really matter seem a little more clear
When a manger
Tells the story of how we’re blessed
When nations unite in peace and good will to all men
It’s Christmas
It’s Christmas once again
Repeat Chorus
Because of Him
It’s Christmas once again
Piano & programming: Tyler Castleton
Drums & percussion: Todd Sorensen
Guitars: Mike Dowdle
Bass: Rob Honey
Background vocals: Dustin Christensen
Strings arranged by Kurt Bestor
© 2009 Hilary Weeks (ASCAP)
2. Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas
(Ralph Blaine/Hugh Martin)
Drums: Pat Campbell
Bass: Matt Larson
Guitar: Corey Christiansen
Vibes: Jay Lawrence
© EMI Music Publishing (ASCAP)
3. O Come All Ye Faithful
(Traditional/John F. Wade)
Piano: Tyler Castleton
Drums: Todd Sorensen
Guitars: Mike Dowdle & Scott Wiley
Keyboards & synths: Scott Wiley
Bass: Rob Honey
Choir: Roger Hoffman, Randy Porter, Jessie Clark Funk, Tonya Barkdull, Jen Handy, Johanne Perry
Additional BGVs: Tonya Barkdull & Russ Dixon
Public Domain
4. Away in a Manger
(Traditional/William J. Kirkpatrick)
Strings arranged by Sam Cardon
Keyboards & programming: Sam Cardon
Public Domain
5. Ring the Bells
(R. Freeman/M. Hammond/C. Morgan/T. Wood)
Piano & programming: Tyler Castleton
Guitars: Mike Dowdle
Bass: Rob Honey
Drums & percussion: Todd Sorensen
Background vocals: Dustin Christensen
Strings arranged by Dan Lee
Choir: One Voice Children’s Choir, conducted by Masa Fukuda
© 2008 New Spring Publishing/Songs of Evergreen (ASCAP)
6. Do You Hear What I Hear?
(Noel Regney/Gloria Shayne Baker)
Piano & keyboards: Tyler Castleton
Drums & percussion: Todd Sorensen
Additional keyboards: Sam Cardon
Guitars: Mike Dowdle
Bass: Rob Honey
Background vocals: Russ Dixon
© Jewel Music Publishing Co. (ASCAP)
7. First Lullaby/Silent Night
(Hilary Weeks/Traditional)
On this silent holy night
As I hold this precious child
There are no words for this moment
Heaven and Earth meet in my arms tonight
He is mine and yet He is God’s
Sleep now, Sleep my Son
Sleep in peace
Years ahead will yet unfold
But tonight I’ll keep Him close
Safe and warm in the manger
Emmanuel sent here to save us
Tomorrow waits tonight rest your head
Sleep now, Sleep my Son
Sleep in peace
Silent night, Holy night
All is calm, all is bright
Round yon virgin, mother and child
Holy infant so tender and mild
Sleep in heavenly peace
Sleep in heavenly peace
Piano & keyboards: Tyler Castleton
Percussion: Todd Sorensen
Guitars: Mike Dowdle
Bass: Rob Honey
Solo cello: Steven Sharp Nelson
Solo violin: Aaron Ashton
Strings arranged by Tyler Castleton
Choir: One Voice Children’s Choir, conducted by Masa Fukuda
© 2009 Hilary Weeks (ASCAP)
8. What Child is This?
(Traditional/William Dix)
Piano & programming: Tyler Castleton
Guitars: Mike Dowdle
Keyboards & synths: Scott Wiley
Bass: Rob Honey
Percussion: Todd Sorensen
Background vocals: Hilary Weeks
Public Domain
9. The Most Wonderful Time of the Year
(Edward Pola/George Wyle)
Piano: Sam Cardon
Guitar: Corey Christiansen
Bass: Matt Larson
Drums: Pat Campbell
Percussion: Todd Sorensen
Strings arranged by David Zabriskie
© 1963 Barnaby Music Corp. (ASCAP)
10. Is There Room
(Hilary Weeks)
I can almost see
If I close my eyes
I can almost see her face
Filled with hope and wonder
She tells Joseph of
The Son she’ll bear one day
Things she has kept in her heart
Things only she has known
Now Joseph too will know
So with a prayer in her heart
And a babe inside
She tells what must be told
As Mary looks at Joseph and waits for his reply
I wonder if this silent question crossed her mind
Is there room
Is there room in your heart
Will you let this Miracle in
God’s own Son
God’s own Son has come to save us
Born for me and you
Is there room
I can almost see
That holy night
As a new star lights the sky
And Mary patiently waits
As Joseph faithfully makes
One more, one last try
And Joseph knows the time is close as he knocks at the door
When the keeper of the inn appears Joseph asks once more
Repeat Chorus
And tonight as I tie the last bow
And put one more gift under the tree
I pause in the middle of all of the bustle
As the Spirit of this season whispers to me
Repeat Chorus
Piano & programming: Tyler Castleton
Percussion: Todd Sorensen
Guitars: Mike Dowdle
Solo cello: Steven Sharp Nelson
Strings arranged by Tyler Castleton
© 2009 Hilary Weeks (ASCAP)
11. I’ll Be Home for Christmas
(Kim Gannon/Walter Kent)
Piano arranged & performed by Kurt Bestor
© 1943 Gannon & Kent Music Co. Inc.
Produced & Arranged by Tyler Castleton and Scott Wiley
Executive Producer: Bob Ahlander
Production Assistant: Shanna Larson
Recorded & mixed by Scott Wiley at Microphone Action Squad, Provo, Utah
Assistant engineer: Pat Campbell
Strings recorded by Mike Greene at Counterpoint Studios, Salt Lake City, Utah
Strings conducted by Kurt Bestor & David Zabriskie
Contracting: Ted Hinckley
Music copywork: Dan Lee & Nick Greer
Mastered by Kenny Hodges
