Hello everyone,
I've got to say I completely disagree with all the negative comments that have been made about the Dills and their music. I have never been a big fan of gospel music, honestly I had no idea who any of these artists were but all it took was one time to hear thier music live in concert and on CD and I was hooked. I have known these guys for a long time and they have definetly improved over the years and really stepped up thier game especially with this last CD "Uncommon" to me that describes them to a "T". The passion in thier songs are like no other, thier love for the Lord and the ministry of Christ that they share with others is AWESOME!!. They have brought so many lost souls to the Lord through thier music they must be doing somthing right. My 3 year old is thier biggest fan of all time. Every time we get in the car the first words out of his mouth is "can I hear the Dills momma?" How wonderful is that? HE knows all the words to every song and he tells everyone we meet about them. I thank God everydayfor groups like the Dills. They have voices like angels in concert or on CD. They glorify the Lord each time they step on stage whether it be an old country church or some big venue. Money is not what it is all about folks!!! How many songs you have on radio. Sure all those things are great and if you have all of that then you should feel blessed. I feel that the Dills are right where they need to be and thier new cd Uncommon will put them up there with the best of them. God will take care of them and thier music and one day very soon they will be a household name in southern gospel music. So keep up the good work guys. Keep doing what you do best and we all know what that is............SINGING AND PRAISING THE LORD!!!GOD GAVE YOU ALL GREAT TALENTS SO KEEP CLIMBING AND REACHING FOR THE STARS. WE ALL LOVE YOU!!!!!
COURTNEY,TRAVIS,TYLER & ETHAN PLUNK

Well Jason, as I look at the comments it appears that you've stepped into a pretty large pile. I understand that you're concerned that southern Gospel music doesn't get the respect that it should. On the other hand, I highly doubt that improved stage presence and tighter vocals are going to solve that, at least as a whole. That's because the Gospel which we sing about is offensive. As long as it's the gospel we sing about we're not going to be invited to play in the sandbox with everybody else, (though it appears that's what some would die for). Yes - we should attempt to do what we do for Christ with excellence - and some are going to that better than others. But by now, after reading the comments on this blog, I'm sure that you've noticed that there at least appears to be a big disconnect between what the average Christian who attends a chuch concert is touched by, as opposed to what the "insiders" think should represent SG music on the radio. And I'm that gives some people fits.
May we all do our best for Christ.
Van Morris

Chuck, you are correct. I did come off as pompus and arrogant...I apologize. My only concern for this group was that they seem to want the appearance of a pro group...the bus, the look, the vocally processed cd...(granted most groups have this done on their vocals..)when their money could have went into getting some vocal and performance coaching. And hey... the only pile I've stepped in is a pile full of people rooting for the little man...most of you guys I know or have met, and are singers who never made it, or are trying to make it. Don't give me the "we aren't trying to make it either....if the industry came calling for you...you'de be running to them. And that is ok....we all have ambitions and goals...but that's where the talent level separates us all. I understood this when I got involved. My concern was that the Dills read all of this and come away with two things...a realization that they have plenty of fans that are loyal to them and will support and back them...and to take what harsh critism they may have gotten, and work on it, perfecting their craft. Bruce, no man can judge me or determine my salvation or walk with the Lord. If the Lord is not in this industry, or doesn't have his hand upon this music, then why are the Dills trying to break-into an industry working in the flesh? You can tell me all day that they just want to use the industry glamour, the SG radio, and SG crowd just to launch themselves, or to reach other people, but I say different. Deep down, we all wouldn't mind being the next Hoppers, or Sig.Sound...and if you say you don't your in denial...lol Hey...the local group at my home church can top the big groups with their geniue, heartfelt, sincere, uplifting spirit that they bring on stage, proclaiming the message of Christ. But are they blessed with the talent to reach out nationally? No...the good news is that they know this, and don't attempt to waste their money chasing stars...So I will end my debate with this... The Dills have some work to do vocally and performance wise...did I ever say they couldn't accomplish this task? No. But perhaps they've made it far enough past the fans, the pastors, and their mom and dad telling them how great they are and how they are better than all the other singers and groups...perhaps its time to really step it up a few more notches...listen to others who have been in their shoes... allow the critism to help mold their sound...the things that I pointed out for them are some rough edges in their performances... Here is a list of groups that have been where they are at...and they made it past the pats on the backs... and learned to really bring their performances together...
The Crabb Family
The Beene Family
The Hoppers
Hope's Call
The Whisnants

To the Dills: I pray that the Lord uses you all in areas that most groups can not go... I pray that He truly leads you in all that you do..all the decisions you make, and the songs that you sing. Please take the things you have heard here and grow upon them. Seek out a vocal coach... its very important to sing and perform correctly so that you aren't hurting yourselves physically and professionally. The groups that have made it....all have been through this process... its part of studying to show yourselves approved. Also know that you have my support and prayers...despite what others may think who have posted on this cd review! I'll be watching and listening....

Well stated Chris.

me and my wife love these guys they are personal and upclose they are down to earth and they are not fake they have problems like we do but keep on keeping on for lord and we love thier music we have three or 4 of thier cds and dvd and we go hear them every time they in our area.
randy and kelly