Category Archives: Music

Another Show

Posted on May 20, 2023 by Jason

All set today for another live performance. Jackson continues to relish these opportunities to play his music for people.

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The Band Hiraeth

Posted on May 19, 2023 by Jason

Today Jackson released some new music and I’m so excited for everyone to be able to hear it. He is releasing this as a collaborative project with his close friend Pat McRight. Jackson and Pat will be recording and releasing … Continue reading →

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Lee Milam and the Eternal Work of Praise

Posted on May 12, 2023 by Jason

Last night in our church’s Praise and Prayer gathering, I was moved to tears. Nothing “extraordinary” was happening at the moment: there was no powerful testimony being shared or heartfelt prayer being articulated. No, I was just struck by my … Continue reading →

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Dinner Party Utopia

Posted on May 3, 2023 by Jason

Jackson played his “Utopia” at a dinner party recently. When he finished, a few people had tears in their eyes. “Epic,” one person called it. It’s amazing how much emotion he has packed into this composition.

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Jackson and Pat: Timothy and Paul

Posted on April 19, 2023 by Jason

Tonight was such a special night for me at church. I had the chance to sit back and watch as my son shared the teaching time with his good friend and mentor, Pat McRight. Pat has been a part of … Continue reading →

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Utopia

Posted on March 26, 2023 by Jason

Jackson performed his original song “Utopia” at Madison Academy’s Music Mania this year. This composition is so powerful because it evokes emotion. Someone who heard it recently described the song as “epic.” I like that word, but you could also … Continue reading →

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First Gig

Posted on February 13, 2023 by Jason

Jackson had his first paying gig as a musician tonight, performing for the Valentine’s Banquet at the Lakewood Church of Christ. He played a mix of originals and classic love songs for the occasion. And the people were so kind, … Continue reading →

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Israel, Extra-Curricular

Posted on January 21, 2023 by Jason

While we were in Israel, we still had to take a little time to do some “normal” things. After not playing piano for about a week and a half, Jackson saw this piano in the lobby area of one of … Continue reading →

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Best Books of 2022

Posted on December 14, 2022 by Jason

This time of year, I always post about the best books I’ve read over the last twelve months. I set myself a goal to read 52 books a year — one per week. It’s an ambitious goal and I rarely … Continue reading →

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Best Albums of 2022

Posted on December 7, 2022 by Jason

Time for my annual post of my favorite albums released over the last twelve months. Each December, I look back over the music of that particular year and identify my favorite albums. (If you want to look back over my … Continue reading →

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