About the Artist:
A three-time Dove Award winner, including the Gospel Music Association’s 2000 New Artist of the Year recipient, and multiple ASCAP Award winner, Ginny Owens has sold nearly one million albums. A top performer on the Christian radio charts with hits like “If You Want Me To,” “Free” and “I Wanna Be Moved,” among others, Owens’ music has impacted mainstream audiences at Lilith Fair, the Sundance Film Festival and the White House. Her music has received widespread film and television placement, including songs on the popular WB series’ “Roswell” and “Felicity.” Owens was featured on national television, including NBC’s “Today” and CNN, for her contribution to help rebuild New Orleans following Hurricane Katrina.
Born and raised in Jackson, Miss., Owens was discovering melodies on the piano almost before she could complete a sentence. Songs began to emerge from her fingers as the vision began to leave her eyes and by the age of three. A degenerative eye condition left Owens completely blind. Despite her physical challenge, Owens pursued a music career. Songs provide a window into a world Owens can’t see and an outlet for her to express her thoughts and dreams. Owens’ unique musical style and inspirational lyrics continue to appeal to Christian and mainstream audiences alike.
My review:
I am a fan of Christian music so I don’t know how I missed previous albums by Ginny Owens because her gift is simply amazing. “Get in I’m Driving” is a wonderful showcase for her lovely, melodic voice and it features eleven beautiful songs of spirituality. My favorite song is “Joined at the Heart” which reminds me that I don’t have to look for my lord, he is always there within me in times of need. I also appreciate that it is a CD that can be enjoyed by the entire family, including “little ears.” We first listened to this CD in the car while running errands one afternoon and my three little ones were humming along. My six year old son commented that the artist “has a really pretty voice”…….he has good taste! The lyrics are beautiful and the accompanying music is very soothing and pretty……I really like this CD and I highly recommend it for any fan of Christian music.
“Get in, I’m Driving” the new CD by Ginny Owens is being released on 9/13/11. You can visit her website now to listen to a preview.
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About Maureen
I learned that at this year’s National Day of Prayer events in Washington, D.C. , The Honorary Chairman is Joni Earekson-Tada.
I learned that she was from Jackson. Mississippi. Thanks for the wonderful giveaway
I learned she won the Dove Award 3 times
I learned she is a three-time Dove Award winner.
I learned In 2005 Owens launched The Fingerprint Initiative, a hands-on, non-profit organization designed to “bring hope to the world, one project and one touch at a time.”
I like the song if you want me too.
What a beautiful voice! I too love to listen to contemporary Christian music.
I had heard a long time ago that she was blind but was just now reminded of that. So much talent!!
A degenerative eye condition left Owens completely blind.
Love the CD cover!!!
I learned she’s a three-time dove award winner
I love Christian music and haven’t heard of her before, love it
She’s a three time Dove Award winner
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I learned that she became blind at the age of three but did not let that stop her from persuing music. What an inspiration.
THat she has faith
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I learned she won the Dove Award 3 times, thanks
I learned A degenerative eye condition left Owens completely blind
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learned she won the dove award 3 times
I learned that she has sold nearly a million albums
I like that she plays her music while you are visiting her site. I love the softness of her music and the meaning behind her music. I like grace being her theme. Rita
I like the song If you want me to.
I like her exposition on Stevie Wonder’s “Higher Ground” lyrics.
On October 9, 2011 she will be at Hope Christian Church, Beltsville, MD
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She won the dove award 3 times
I didn’t know she was legally blind!
A degenerative eye condition left Owens completely blind. Despite her physical challenge, Owens pursued a music career. Songs provide a window into a world Owens can’t see and an outlet for her to express her thoughts and dreams. Owens’ unique musical style and inspirational lyrics continue to appeal to Christian and mainstream audiences alike.
I learned she has won three Dove Awards.