New Year: New Changes at Cross Driven Radio
Well, It is 2010 and since it is a new year, I am going to be making some changes on this website. Some of these changes have been a long time coming, and 1 is a new venture.
I am now going to be operating 3 different sites:
Cross Driven Radio
Nothing is changing on the radio and podcasting side, just changes to the website. Some of the changes to this site are that this site is going to be dedicated to the radio show, the podcast, reviews, and other music related items. Regular posts like Wordless Wednesday are going to be moving to the next site on the list.
The posting schedule is going to be Podcast on Wednesday and Playlists on Friday or Saturday. I am going to mix in additional content as it becomes available, but you can count on at least those 2 posts on a consistent basis.
Charleyhays.com
Charleyhays.com is a site I started a while back when I first started thinking of seperating my personal blog from the radio and podcast related content. Until recently, I have been using it as a sandbox to test out new designs for Cross driven Radio and some of the other sites I have helped design.
This is the posting schedule and descriptions.
- Monday Weigh In – A journal / accountability post about my journey to lose 1-2 lbs per week until I reach my target.
- Wordless Wednesday – A funny or thought provoking picture or video
- Free Form Friday – Basically I will post on a certain topic and try to start a conversation through comments
A New Site Starting Next Week
I am starting a new blog and podcast next week. All I will say at this point is that it is Tech related and should prove to be pretty interesting. I will give more detail next Monday, January 11.
Charley
5 Sources for FREE MUSIC – Part 1
I have noticed a new trend among bloggers that are now offering a free download with artists that you may have never heard of. Some of the sites are from Artists, record labels, distributors, and other websites that have gotten a single to offer you for free.
Here is a list of blogs and websites offering at least 1 free download. Some of these sites may require some personal information such as an email address, or those of your friends in exchange for the download. I have no personal interest in any of these sites, I am just passing along the great news of free music.
All Creation Sing - FEE
FEE releases their first Christmas Single, All Creation Sing, and you can get it for free at Worshiptogether.com in exchange for your email address. If you don’t want to share your email, you can get the single on iTunes for .99.
As It Is In Heaven - Matt Maher
Another FREE Christmas song from the folks at Worshiptogether.com, Matt Maher releases his first Christmas song, As It Is In Heaven. As with the FEE song, it is available for FREE* in exchange for your email address.
Indie Vision Music
Indie Vision Music has long been a source of some great Indie music. Now, they are offering one of the best indie compilations I have seen in a long time with artists like Esterlyn, Forever Changed, and Kessler, all for FREE. No strings attached.
Gospel Music Channel
The Gospel Music Channel has started adding a free download of the week and has featured Deas Vail, Philmont, and most recently, Beyond The Veil.
The Free Christian Music Blog
The Free Christian Music Blog is one of the best sites for finding free music. They search the net and find the best music, so you don’t have to.
The Bloggable Music Network was started from a post on Kat’s blog asking the question, what are some of the best songs you are not hearing on the radio. The momentum from that post has turned into The Bloggable Music Network which features a free download every week.
That wraps up this week’s post, but I will be posting part 2 next week.
Awesome Interviews….
Today was one of those days at work where that was the last place I wanted to be. It wasn’t because I don’t like my job, although I DO have those days. It wasn’t because I was eager to get the day over with, so we could go away to the beach for the weekend. Did I mention to you that I was asked to do the benediction at a friends retirement ceremony after 26 years in the Navy? I am looking forward to being there for that.
Those are great reasons for not wanting to be at work. I was so not in to being at work because I had 2 interviews with bloggers that are participating in the 40 Day Fast and I was so excited for these interviews. 1 was with Laura, whose blog I had not read before the fast, but now I am a big fan of. Her heart for the women of the Congo is very inspiring to me, and it shows in the interview.
The second interview was with Brody. Brody’s blog was among the first I had read and I have become hooked. I met Brody last year when I promoted a Shaun Groves concert at my church. That is also when I met Transition Pete. That was a great interview because he has a sincerity in his writing, and in talking with him that is just awesome. He really makes you feel at ease.
You will get to hear these interviews, along with P.D.Ross‘ interview over the next 2 weeks. Be sure to visit the blog on New Music Tuesday for a sneak preview podcast of exclusive audio that will only be heard on the podcast. I have 3 more interviews to record next week, so the coverage of the 40 Day Fast continues all the way to August 1st.
I just wanted to say Thank You to all of the people that have been following the coverage of the 40 Day Fast. It is always encouraging to hear people so passionate about the ministries and outreach organizations that they support that leaves me feeling like we are among a group of people that are being led by the spirit to do great things in the name of God. I am so blessed to be able to use my radio show and podcast to help you know a little more about these great people of God!
Link Loved
Brody’s blog today was titled Link Loved and we were challenged to list the top 5 blogs that send traffic to your blog. Being such a new blogger, mine is going to be that as well including blogs that link to me, so hear goes:
1. My Random Thoughts, Thomas talks about his faith and commentary on life. His was among the first blogs I read. Thomas is also a great supporter of my radio shows. You should go and check him out!!
2. P. D. Ross from his personal blog and Jesus Greater Than. I met P.D. through the 40 Day Fast, and have an interview with him for next weeks show. He is also the official sponsor of the podcast.
3. Inspired To Action is the website for the 40 day Fast, of which I am blogging on July 8.
4. Mercy Me was kind enough to make a S.L.O.B of me and add me to the slobroll. Be sure to check out the cover tunes grab bag. It is the most original and funny series of videos ever. They raise the bar for awesomeness every time.
To the best of my knowledge, those are the only blogs linking to me at this time. Maybe next time Brody does this I will have a better idea. Have a great 4th of July!
~CIAO
Charley
