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Here's what the readers & critics are saying!
Curled Up With A Good Book reviews The Gospel According to Rock! For a March 08 review of Toby's book, check out www.curledup.com/gosprock.htm I read The Gospel According to Rock in one weekend to my great enjoyment. Toby Jones has put his finger on a 'great divide' in the Christian community - that being the importance of 'this world' to the journey. I congratulate Toby on his unabashed embrace of the best in rock music. - David Barrett, musician/songwriter, composer of "One Shining Moment," (used annually in NCAA Basketball Finals) Toby Jones has opened my eyes to the idea that God may in fact work through popular culture to communicate. And why wouldn't God do this? In the New Testament, Jesus continually used non-traditional means to get his message across. The Gospel According to Rock has made me look for God's word in the music I listen to whether in a Beatles song or a Springsteen anthem. David Crouse, film producer THE MAGIC NEVER ENDS: THE LIFE AND WORK OF C. S. LEWIS Toby Jones’ dialogue with readers opens doors to more than the gospel of rock. Drawing from personal and pastoral experiences, he takes us on a lyrical journey into the heart of his brave and grace-filled theology. Using biblical back-up, Jones bridges the divide between secular music and Christianity in a way that deepens faith and easily translates into everyday life. Kate Bassett, Assistant Editor Harbor Light Newspaper Toby Jones' new spin on the lyrical content of rock and its spiritual undertones should be on everyone's reading list. For all who are spiritual but not necessarily religious, we are affirmed in many of the things we have experienced in our own lives through creation, music, collective consciousness, and a master plan. The Gospel According to Rock explores works from the great song-smiths of the last 50 years, putting them in conversation with authentic struggles from Jones' own life and with the Bible as well. This read is both uplifting and informative. You'll find yourself singing some of your favorite rock songs with a new understanding of the rock legends who wrote them and of the Big Guy Himself!...Pick this book up - you won't put it down!" Roger Tallman Emmy Winning Composer/Producer Tallman Music, New York *Tallman has written music for many of the world's favorite sporting events, including broadcast openings for five SuperBowls and The Olympic Games.
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