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True Americana

Missing image

            

              

 

 

A poet with soul

sings from his heart to our hearts

genuine talent...

               

              

 

His own tomorrow
finally comes - after all
his hardworking years...

               

             

 

They are now paying off -
his pure heart and soul have won
America's heart...

 

 

                  

 

 

 

Author notes

Dedicated to Kevin Skinner, winner of America's Got Talent 2009. In quoting Alexander Pope, he is "the soul's calm sunshine and heartfelt joy." I'm wishing you all the best, Kevin. Congratulations on your well-deserved, hard-won success!!


Kev, From The Heart - The Winner of America's Got Talent 2009:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X29t9gfU5p4

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-sB4oBkO0U


Awesome performances:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wNWDFmYRzPY

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G419SuMCf8g


Winning Moment:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OinTdEJuFJU


America's not only got talent, its got heart and soul:

http://www.playingfieldpromotions.com/blog/category/americas-got-talent-2009/kevin-skinner/

http://www.playingfieldpromotions.com/blog/1404/kevin-skinner-always-on-my-mind-video-agt-semi-finals/


You may read more about Kevin, watch, and listen to his big heart sing right here:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-sB4oBkO0U

http://video.yahoo.com/watch/5410416/14251916

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  • Amber Lee
    October 8
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    Nice write!!!

  • A floatingleaf silver member
    October 3

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    Like this...short, sweet and to the point...great form...


    • Cynthia Gaines gold member
      October 4
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      Thank you for the HM!!

      This outstanding musician really brought soul to the world, and touched me deeply in the process. I hope to be seeing and hearing more of him in the future. Thanks again, I appreciate your hosting this contest. Take care!!
      Peace & hugs,
      xx Cyn xx


  • malmadre gold member
    September 19

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    I'm glad you posted links to his performances. I think country music has a new hero. I'm happy that he won.

    • Cynthia Gaines gold member
      October 4
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      Thank you for your thoughtful comments...

      Kevin Skinner brought soul to the world, and touched me deeply in the process. I really hope to be seeing and hearing more of him in the future. Thanks again, I appreciate the kudos!!
      Take care,
      Cyn


  • individuality gold member
    September 19

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    a good piece, i can't say i know who he is though someone with musical talent, now i am listening to nick harper, son of roy harper, look him online and then see true genius in musical ways, you can't go wrong with nick harper.

    • Cynthia Gaines gold member
      October 4
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      Thank you

      I appreciate your dropping in to read and comment, you're so thoughtful! I'll check our nick harper when I can, I'm house cleaning today... Thanks again, and take care!!


  • daviscth silver member
    September 18

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    Well said my friends. I always admire poets that can say so much with so little. Thanks for sharing this with us and best wishes in the contest.

    • Cynthia Gaines gold member
      September 18
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      Thank you for sharing your thoughtful comments!!

      It's an honor to be able to share in Kevin's success with this contest, don't you think? He is very deserving. America's not only got talent, it has heart and soul, as well. You take care, and thanks again!!


  • Whispering Wind Moderators member
    September 18

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    O' MY YES

    your words are loud and clear dear sister of my heart

    he truly does a have an awesome gift and your words speak volumns tho so few...

    wishing you peace and love always 

    • Cynthia Gaines gold member
      September 18
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      Thank you, Twilight Panther!!

      Yes, listening to his songs brought tears to my eyes. Kevin is a very special person, and I'm glad he won top prize. Such emotion flowing from his heart!! Thanks for stopping in to read my work today, I'll be over your way soon!! Take care...
      Peace, love & hugs,
      xx Cyn xx


  • Sunshine Always
    September 18

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    Lovely Cyn and what a great guy and brilliant performer. Good luck Kevin....Peace and love always...mal ....Hope your well and happy Cyn...

    • Cynthia Gaines gold member
      September 18
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      Thank You, Mal!!

      Such emotion flowing from his heart!! I agree with you, Kevin is a brilliant performer, in a natural, honest way... Thanks for stopping in to read my work today, I'll be over your way soon!! Take care...
      Peace, love & hugs,
      xx Cyn xx

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