10/26/08 Life on the Road / Random Thoughts

Sun, 10/26/2008 - 10:23am — JustinQD

St. Louis is in our rear view mirror. We played there last night to a very energetic crowd! Truly a memorable night. Now we are back in the van with Brandon at the wheel on our way to Lexington, Kentucky for a show tonight. Onward and upward. Can't wait for Japan and the UK...

I have the best job ever. I travel the world playing music for friends and family. I get to meet the most amazing people. I've been getting cakes, gifts and cards every day this past week for my birthday. I feel so blessed to have that kind of support in my life. I pray every day that I wouldn't take it for granted. I owe each of you for these blessings. You all have helped me do what I've always wanted to do. I am excited to watch this band grow into its full potential. I don't think we've ever been as cohesive of a unit as we are now. We are absolutely thrilled by the way this new album turned out. Its truly humbling to be able to "deliver" Deliverance to all of you. We believe that this world needs to hear it.

I want to admit to a guilty pleasure song of mine that is playing on my itunes right now... "If I Were a Boy" by Beyonce. Her vocal delivery gives me the chills. Droo and Kevin have gotten me into T.I. I love the Rihanna collaboration. And the new Anberlin CD is ridiculously good.

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Posted on: Sun, 10/26/2008 - 2:18pm #1

cjrahr

Joined: 2008-07-18

Points: 463

Konnichiwa

You really do have the best job in the world.
And I know I've already told you, but Deliverance is absolutely amazing.

The UK and Japan are both incredible places. I fell in love with Japan, the people, and the culture when I was there. I have a little something for you and the guys to bring to Japan when you go. You might just need it...

Oh, and any thoughts on the new Jack's Mannequin record?

Posted on: Sun, 10/26/2008 - 9:23pm #2

addystarshine

Joined: 2008-08-21

Points: 769

oh em gee eye el you

your job is a blessing to ev'ry one. =)
and i've been buying people "deliverance" like my life depends on it. like "no, you actually have to hear this right now."

i <3 "if i were a boy"! you were always my favorite, but this just confirmed that
"new surrender" = life. my favorite song(s) are younglife, burn out brighter and haight st.

Posted on: Mon, 10/27/2008 - 7:24am #3

TonyaNS

Joined: 2008-07-15

Points: 109

We are blessed as well

Awww Justin you do have the best job in the world and we are truly blessed for getting to share a little piece of it with you.

The album is amazing and I look forward to seeing all th great things that come this bands direction. You all truly deserve it for your hard work and your dedication. I respect you on so many levels.

Have fun on the tour-remember you only live once so just take it all in and enjoy it!

Posted on: Mon, 10/27/2008 - 10:59am #4

Just_Jess

Joined: 2008-07-12

Points: 163

so..

i am totally in love with "if i were a boy" and just saw the vid for it the other day. and i would have to agree that her vocals are amazing in that song. but wat can you expect of beyonce... or is it sasha fierce now? funny how you mention t.i. he was just at my job like last month. he's a short guy... didn't even know it was him. haha.

and your bday was a cavalcade of fun! the chocolate cake shots were the best :)

Posted on: Mon, 10/27/2008 - 10:37am #5

jasonkeough

Joined: 2008-07-12

Points: 249

St. Louis

You all put on a great show! Im really glad I was there. The crowd was dead until you guys played. Thank you guys so much for coming to Missouri and keep on coming we enjoy having you here.

Jason Keough
QD's #1 Fan in Missouri