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Journey to the Stage with Bryan FrazierEp. 85: White Heart singer Rick Florian (Mark Gersmehl surprise appearance!) Part 1I began listening to White Heart in about 1986, nearly 40 years ago. There is much to love about them. As a fan of well written songs, White Heart has always been in the upper echelon for me. Add top notch musicianship, arranging and production, lyrics that truly touched my soul—add the voice of my guest today, and it’s easy to see why this band meant and means so much to me and so many others.
Rick Florian was the lead vocalist for White Heart for 12 years, 8 albums, helped the band reach their pinnacle with his powerful, clea...2025-04-141h 09
Twin Speak: Christian Music & Other StuffEp. 20- Interview-Mark & Brynn Gersmehl (Whiteheart & Rachael Rachael)In this engaging conversation, Joe and Matt Prainito welcome Mark and Brynn Gersmehl, discussing their musical journeys, the impact of Christian music on faith, and the creative process behind songwriting. They explore the importance of mentorship in music, the birth of the bands Rachael Rachael & White Heart, and the influence of notable figures like Bill and Gloria Gaither in their careers. The discussion highlights the deep connection between music and spirituality, emphasizing how songwriting can be a divine inspiration. In this engaging conversation, the speakers delve into the origins of the band White Heart, their discovery of C...2024-12-091h 35
KIDS Radio ShowThe Movement Show“The Movement Show” originally aired on Jan. 30, 1982
Miss Carolyn spins movement-encouraging records for her young listeners when a hairy foot interrupts her, looking for Doctor Ingrown.
Starring:
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Simple Simon – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
Mister Harry Foote – John Wilguess (KSPI - 94 FM employee)
Of Special Interest:
“Interval Echoes” from Carolyn’s first album “Music Is For Everyone!” is featured in this episode. This album was published by Good Apple, Inc., Carthage, IL., in 1980.
Musicians on the song are:
B...2024-06-2925 minKIDS Radio ShowRicky Stick Man Show“Ricky Stick Man Show” first aired in 1982.
Miss Carolyn and Ricky Stick Man encourage young listeners to move and dance to the music in this episode.
Starring:
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Ricky Stick Man – Kel Pickens
Of Special Interest:
“Feel the Beat,” written by Carolyn Meyer, is one of the songs featured in this episode. It is from her 1980 Good Apple, Inc. album “Music Is For Everyone!” released in August 1980 along with an activity book.
Musicians:
Lead Vocal - Carolyn Meyer
Drums and Assorted Percussion Instruments - Jack Gilfoy
Electric...2024-03-1625 min
Stage Right with John ThornStage Right Bonus Gersh SoloToday I feature one of the most talented friends I know, Mark Gersmehl. Several years ago he did a fantastic solo album, and today we go back and listen again and wonder why it didn't sell a million copies.2024-02-0448 min
The Add To My Playlist PodcastEX37 - Whiteheart - Even the Hardest Heart and It Could Have Been YouEPISODE 37 -
The Christian rock band Whiteheart was formed in 1982 by singer Steve Green, guitarist Dann Huff, bassist Gary Lunn, keyboardists Mark Gersmehl and Billy Smiley, and drummer David Huff, most of the members alumni of Bill Gaither's group.
After debuting with a self-titled effort issued on the Home Sweet Home label, Green exited the line-up, and was replaced by vocalist Scott Douglas for 1984's Vital Signs; another roster swap exchanging Dann Huff for guitarist Gordon Kennedy again shook up the Whiteheart sound just prior to 1985's Hotline.
The remaining Huff brother, David, spl...2022-12-2720 min
Journey to the Stage with Bryan FrazierEpisode 5: Mark & Brynn Gersmehl of Soulbreather (White Heart and Rachel Rachel)Mark "Gersh" was a founding member, songwriter, keyboardist and vocalist for White Heart. Brynn was a songwriter, keyboardist and vocalist for Rachel Rachel. This talented married couple create great music together as Soulbreather. We chat about their history and work in their successful individual bands as well as their brand new Soulbreather album "And The Light Shines On," which is available at www.soulbreather.com.2022-01-2456 min
Journey to the Stage with Bryan FrazierEpisode 5: Mark & Brynn Gersmehl of Soulbreather (White Heart and Rachel Rachel)Mark "Gersh" was a founding member, songwriter, keyboardist and vocalist for White Heart. Brynn was a songwriter, keyboardist and vocalist for Rachel Rachel. This talented married couple create great music together as Soulbreather. We chat about their history and work in their successful individual bands as well as their brand new Soulbreather album "And The Light Shines On," which is available at www.soulbreather.com.
This conversation was very meaningful to me, and I was honored to chat with these two special people.
As an indie podcaster, I would love your help getting the word out...2022-01-1856 min
Stage Right with John ThornEpisode 58 featuring Awaiting Emmanuel The Story ... w/ Mark Gersmehl & Scott CruzenMark Gersmehl and Scott Cruzen join the show to discuss in detail the story of Awaiting Emmanuel. Awaiting Emmanuel is a Christmas Production produced by Gersh and John Thorn that tells the story of Israel and their longing throughout history for a messiah. AE was written by Mark Gersmehl, Scott Cruzen, and John Thorn and performed for 5 years at a church where John served as Worship Arts Director.2021-12-242h 27
Jesus Freaks: Vinyl to DigitalMark & Brynn Gersmehl, Part 2 (Whiteheart/Rachel Rachel)In this mid-season finale, we conclude our conversation with Mark and Brynn Gersmehl. They talk about the break-ups of their respective bands and the new music they are up to creating now! Plus, we get to preview a previously unreleased track from Mark and Brynn's collective effort called, "Soulbreather"!To support this podcast please click HERE!Music in this Episode:"Independence Day" - Whiteheart (Star Song)"Only Heaven Knows" - Rachel Rachel (Dayspring)"Heaven of My Heart" - Whiteheart (Star Song)"You Can See the World" - Whiteheart (Star Song)2021-10-2659 minJesus Freaks: Vinyl to DigitalMark & Brynn Gersmehl, Pt. 1(Whiteheart /Rachel Rachel)Mark Gersmehl was one of the founding members of Whiteheart, as well as one of only two members to with the band from start to finish. Brynn Gersmehl served as the keyboardist for the all-female Christian rock group, Rachel Rachel. While on tour together, they found love. In this episode, they talk about their difficult roads to the faith, their respective careers and their love story.To Support this podcast, please click HERE!Music In this episode:"You'll never Know" - Rachel Rachel (Dayspring)"You Comfort Me" - Rachel Rachel (Dayspring)"Nothing...2021-10-041h 00Jesus Freaks: Vinyl to DigitalSpecial Rich Mullins TributeOn September 19, 1997, the world said goodbye to one of the most prolific and, sometimes controversial, Christian artists of his day, Rich Mullins. Mullins' soared to CCM stardom with hits like "Awesome God" and "Sometimes by Step", but his deep convictions and poetic mind prevented him from relishing in his fame. Like Keith Green before him, he walked to the beat of his own drum and did the music he wanted. Tragically, his life was cut short in an automobile accident.In this episode, we talk to four CCM artists who knew Rich, and they give us some insight...2021-09-201h 01
Stage Right with John ThornEpisode 23 featuring Brynn Gersmehl from Rachel Rachel and Soulbreather Part 1Brynn discusses growing up in California, her early musical life, getting saved, touring and recording with Rachel Rachel and meeting and marrying her husband Mark Gersmehl.2021-03-0550 min
Stage Right with John ThornEpisode 22 featuring Mark Gersmehl WhiteHeart (Part 3) Artist, Producer & AuthorGersh and I continue our discussion on the WhiteHeart album catalog as well as modern worship, song writing and we wrap up talking about what he and his wife Brynn are doing these days.2021-02-2655 min
Stage Right with John ThornEpisode 21 featuring Mark Gersmehl (Part 2) Artist, Producer & AuthorGersh discusses the WhiteHeart catalog of albums, breaks down songs and talks extensively about touring and recording with WhiteHeart.2021-02-1953 min
Stage Right with John ThornEpisode 20 featuring Mark Gersmehl (Part 1) Artist, Producer & AuthorGersh talks everything from his first and favorite piano teacher to song traveling with The Gaithers, learning the art of songwriting and stories from White Heart...2021-02-121h 08
CCM in 3DThe Brown Sound: Brown Bannister and Kim Hill (Episode 6)With this episode we introduce a recurring series called "The Brown Sound." These episodes will focus on super-producer Brown Bannister and how he manages to get the best of out the artists he produces and why so many CCM artists produce the finest albums of their careers with Brown at the helm. On this first episode, the 3D's take a look back at the first three albums by Kim Hill, all of which were produced by Brown Bannister.
Show notes: During the episode, Derek mentions a video where White Heart's Mark Gersmehl speaks about Brown. Apparently that...2020-08-3137 min