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I’m Giving Away 40 New Audrey Assad “Heart” CD’s & More—Also See A LIVE Interview

I am honored to interview EMI-CMG recording artist Audrey Assad today. We had a fascinating and enlightening talk about the “sophomore” album jinx, her favorite songs on the album (and mine), the recording process and the theological benefits of “hookah.” Ha!

All you need do to win one of 40 new CD’s, T-shirts or Audrey’s handmade lyric books is comment on this post. We will do a random drawing of 40 people from all the comments on my social networks.

I’m very thrilled to announce that Audrey will be our guest again at re:create Gathering of Creatives, Feb. 4—7, 2013.

Enjoy and don’t forget to comment.

113 responses to “I’m Giving Away 40 New Audrey Assad “Heart” CD’s & More—Also See A LIVE Interview”

  1. MAysangel Avatar
    MAysangel

    Thanks for sharing this was really an intresting interview, Audrey has become one of my favorite artists that i follow!
    :) thanks Randy

  2. Shane Avatar
    Shane

    Audrey Assad is really amazing. How was it interviewing her? I’m sure you had a great time. Thanks for sharing.

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Yeah, if you watched the interview, you know how easy an interview she is. She is refreshingly real. Thanks, Shane!

  3. Rick Avatar
    Rick

    great to see an interview with Audrey Assad. It’s also nice to have a Catholic artist to support.

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Yes, Rick, a very unusual thing in the world of CCM. Thanks!

  4. Joy Argow Avatar

    I LOVE Audrey Assad. She’s amazing. I’d love her album *wink* *wink*… but I would more love here to come and play at Easterfest 2013!!!

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Joy, She needs a good dose of down under!!! Let’s talk her into it!!

  5. Jeremy G. Avatar
    Jeremy G.

    I would love a copy of the new album, thanks!

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Good luck, Jeremy!!

  6. Louis Tagliaboschi Avatar
    Louis Tagliaboschi

    I have been a fan of Audrey since my first trip to re:Create, when I heard her sing “Winter Snow” at EMI. I have loved watching her grow as a song writer and worship leader.

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      What a song!! Thanks, Louis!!

  7. Nikki Avatar
    Nikki

    Hi Randy,
    Thank you so very much for posting this. I am an avid fan of Audrey’s music. I have been listening to Christian music for many years and she is, in my mind, the most incredibly gifted singer/songwriter that I’ve had the pleasure of discovering. Thank you, Audrey, for sharing your undeniable gift with all of us.

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Thanks so much, Nikki!! I agree!

  8. Jason Avatar

    No way there will be a sophomore jinx with someone who has the talent level of Audrey. Good interview, Randy!

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Thanks so much, Jason. You are so right!!!!!

  9. Jenny Avatar
    Jenny

    Definitely love Audrey’s music, will be a lifelong fan!

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Yes, me too! Thanks, Jenny!!

  10. Nathan Seta Avatar

    Great hearing the process and stories behind this album… it’ll definitely affect the way I listen to it.
    I like the comment about “sacrificing perfection on the alter of truth”… as a part-time musician/producer, I have come to follow that principle more and more on each album.
    I think more and more people are finding it refreshing to not always have an overproduced, autotuned, protoolsed to perfection song. It’s almost like the flaws and imperfections remind us that the singers/musicians behind the song are flawed and imperfect like us. Therein a deeper connection can be made with the listener/audience.

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      I totally agree. That quote has resonated with a lot of people today. Thanks, Nathan.

  11. Dan Johnson Avatar

    Would love to get a copy of this disc. Thanks!

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Thanks, Dan. Good luck!!!!

  12. Debbie Greenwald Avatar
    Debbie Greenwald

    I got to hear Audrey at CMS in Buffalo and thoughts on music. It was great to be a part of the songwriters conference!! Love your song, voice and especially Restless and His Eye Is On The Sparrow.

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Thanks, Debbie!!! She really does get around!!!

  13. Bryan Hitch Avatar
    Bryan Hitch

    I am so excited she’ll be back at re:create conference. Such a gifted songwriter and worship leader. One of my favorites!

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Yes, me too, Bryan. I’m excited you will be back as well. Now if you could only get that fellow Fresno scoundrel Pat Callahan back!! :)

  14. David Delgado Avatar

    Great interview. Loved Audrey Assad from the Chris Tomlin Christmas Album. Winter Snow is the my favorite Christmas Song Ever.

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      It is mine as well!! Thanks, David.

  15. Catherine Avatar
    Catherine

    I’m commenting because I love Audrey Assad and her music!

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      I’m replying, because I do too!! Thanks, Catherine!!

  16. Johnney Alford Avatar
    Johnney Alford

    Audrey, You write some awesome music! Keep it going and may Jesus bless all you do.

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Yes, she does!! Thanks, Johnney!!

  17. Tom Work Avatar
    Tom Work

    Great stuff. Love Audrey’s music.

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Thanks, Tom, for joining the conversation!

  18. Lamar Avatar
    Lamar

    Such an awesome worship leader who is true to her faith, as evidenced by her writing and witness when seen live. What a great gift to the Church!

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Yes, indeed. Thanks, Lamar!!

  19. Keith Ferrin Avatar

    I loved her last album. Looking forward to hearing more…especially for free. :)

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Ha!! To quote that old adage. If it’s free, it’s for me!! Thanks, Keith!!

  20. Emily Avatar
    Emily

    I’ve heard a few songs off of ‘heart’–sounds great!

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Yes, Emily, it is!! Thanks!!

  21. Mallory Tafoya Avatar
    Mallory Tafoya

    I saw Audrey in concert with Caleb and loved it! My mom and I bought the cd and it is one of our favorites! Her music really speaks for her faith and we can relate to it. Can not wait to hear the next one! :)

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Thanks so much, Mallory!! Good luck!!

  22. Adam Avatar
    Adam

    Audrey is very inspiring and her music is very meaningful.

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Thanks so much, Adam! Yes, they are!!

  23. Lindsey Dukes Avatar
    Lindsey Dukes

    A few things…A) Can I express how bummed I am that I was not a part of the listening party?!?! B) Randy, thank you for encouraging me to check this out this morning, totally meant to be. I JUST had a conversation yesterday evening with another worship leader about sacrificing perfection at the altar of truth, so to hear those exact words come out of Audrey’s mouth during this interview was overwhelmingly affirming! Thank you both for your authenticity, it’s more impactful than you could imagine. Can’t wait to hear the album :-)

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Awesome, Lindsey. So glad you were able to drop by. And so excited to be with you as a part of our artist mentoring group and for re:create ATX!!

  24. Katie Rosenbaum Avatar

    Loved watching this interview & really getting a chance to hear her heart (pun totally intended!). God has used her songs in some amazing ways to sing over me especially in the past few months. :) Thanks for posting!

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Awesome, Katie. Funny how songs can do that. Music is so healing. Thanks!!

  25. Jonathan Ford Avatar
    Jonathan Ford

    A warm and insightful interview with a dear woman! I’ve had the honor of being a fan ALMOST as long as Randy (thank you for introducing us!) and have been captivated by her deeply transparent lyrics. Audrey is familiar with, what Thomas Merton would call, her true-self. The glimpses of beauty that emanate from her songs cannot be crafted, they simply are. These glimpses of beauty are the result of poetry and transcendent musical moments that catch you in deeply unexpected places. Yes, Lament is a wonderful example of that, as is O My Soul and Breaking You and… and… and…
    Did I mention that she’s really a Jersey Girl? (seems that many of my favorite female artists are from NJ, my wife and daughters for example!)
    Keep ’em coming, Audrey – we’ll keep buying! Thank you for sharing your Heart so generously.

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Awesome thoughts, Jonathan, as usual!! Thanks SO much!!

  26. Cody Avatar
    Cody

    If this album is anything like her first one, then it will be absolutely AMAZING. If you get the chance, see her play in person. It’s hard to believe but her voice sounds even better live.

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Yes, it does!! And I think this album exceeds the previous one. Thanks, Cody!!

  27. Cristin Avatar

    Not gonna lie, when i read this the first thing that came to mind was Donkey…and i quote, ” Pick me, Pick me, Oo Ooo Pick me!!!” From Shrek ofcourse :)

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      To quote Donkey once more, Audrey’s music is like an onion…it has layers!!!

      Thanks, Cristin!!

  28. Alexander Gartley Avatar

    Saw her in Buffalo last year, and love her newest CD. Thanks for posting this!

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Wow, she gets around!! Ha!! Thanks, Alexander!

  29. Ashley Newman Avatar
    Ashley Newman

    LOVE Audrey’s music :) I want this album sooo bad!!

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Good luck, Ashley!!!!!!! Thanks for coming by!!

  30. Chelsee Jablonski Avatar
    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      ha!! i love your symbolism!! Thanks, Chelsee!!

  31. Alex Avatar

    Big fan of Audrey – we did her Christmas song two years ago as part of our Christmas Program @ranchocommunity.

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Nice!!! Thanks, Alex. Sure hope you can attend re:create 13 and get to know her personally. She is awesome!!

  32. Christina Banks Avatar

    I’d love her new album.
    Thanks!

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Good luck, Christina!! thanks!

  33. Joe Mazza Avatar

    Thanks for the interview! Really looking forward to the new album!

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Thanks a million, Joe!!

  34. Gary Durbin Avatar

    Saw her in Melbourne, FL….great artist and songwriter. Would love to have the new album.

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Awesome, Gary. Thanks and I hope you guys can make it to re:create ’13 when she is with us!!

  35. Stephen Avatar
    Stephen

    Man I would love to win this! Love listening to her

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Godspeed and good luck, Stephen!!

  36. Sarah Avatar
    Sarah

    I only have a couple of tracks off of Audrey’s new record. They are truly unique and a blessing, as is she.

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Well, hopefully, Sarah, you will have the remaining ones soon!! Thanks!!

  37. Katherine Avatar
    Katherine

    Audrey Assad is so insightful, her interviews are always so striking.

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Yes. She is a delight to interview! She is real. No pretension. Thanks, Katherine!!

  38. KO Avatar
    KO

    I love Audry’s voice and music. Would love to win :)

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Thanks, KO. Me too!!

  39. Rich Kirkpatrick Avatar

    Randy, you have introduced some of the most inspiring creatives to me that I have ever met. Audrey is surely on the short list of remarkable people and artists!

    RK

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Rich, that is quite a compliment coming from you. Thanks so much, and yes she is on mine as well.

  40. Christy Avatar

    What a fun and interesting interview :)

    Her first album is one of my favorites and it feels like heart surgery when listening to it sometimes… so I am sure her second album will be the same…I am not sure my messy, messy heart could take it.

    Thanks Randy for the chance to win the album!

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Yes, my messy heart has been wrestling with “Lament” and “Slow” myself. Thanks for watching the interview and for your comment.

  41. Tom Eggebrecht Avatar

    Thank you, Randy, for introducing me to Audrey. I was not at the re:create where she led worship. Can’t WAIT to see her at re:create ’13. Also looking forward to hearing her music. What a great heart and kind spirit. Can tell that she has an artists soul.

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Yes, I’m so excited she will be with us. We were plotting and brainstorming a little about #recreate13 off-camera. Should be incredible!! She is definitely of our tribe!!

  42. Todd Dunn Avatar
    Todd Dunn

    Love her work and am excited about the new project. Very uplifting.

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Yes, thanks, Todd!!!

  43. Lindsey van Niekerk Avatar

    This is so exciting! Thanks for this giveaway!

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Thanks, Lindsey!!!

  44. Mark Avatar

    Nothing will ever erase the memory of seeing her play “Winter’s Snow” for us that day we took Recreate to EMI/CMG. I remember looking around at the other faces in the room and without exception we were spellbound.

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Yes, I was one of those faces. Winter Snow is one of my fav songs of all-time!!! I LOVE the way you express your feelings in writing. Thanks, Mark.

  45. Marcel Avatar

    Love her vocals!

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Yes, Marcel, and live they are even better!! Thanks!

  46. MainlineMom aka Sarah Avatar

    Oh I LOVE Audrey Assad!! I have her first album but only bought a couple tracks off this one. I would so love it.

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Let’s just see what we can do!! Thanks, Sarah.

  47. Chuck Harris Avatar

    Audrey is so amazing. I had “Won Me Over” on repeat for a month when I first got her new record. More people should know who she is. Thanks Randy for a great interview.

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Ah, so I need to go back and listen to that. Thanks!!

  48. Butch Simmons Avatar

    Love what Audry is doing. Looking forward to having her back in 2013 for recreate.

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Me, too, Butch!!! Thanks.

  49. Tony J. Alicea Avatar

    Thanks for spotlighting Audrey, Randy! She’s an amazing talent. I’m stoked for her new record.

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Thanks, Tony. Yes, she is!!

  50. JR Taylor Avatar

    Yes, she’s pretty fantastic! Cool online video interview – made me smile!

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Thanks, JR and you just made ME smile.

  51. John Cordes Avatar

    I loved her first album. “Restless” my fave, followed closely by “For Love of You”. What a clean voice. Can’t wait to hear this one. Thanks Randy!

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Yes, I LOVE “Restless.” Thanks, John. Hope you are well!!

  52. Jessi Avatar

    I just love Audrey’s music…from the meaningful lyrics to her heavenly voice!

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Ditto, Jessi!!!

  53. Douglas Young Avatar

    I love her approach to music…

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      I do too. she actually thinks deeply. a rarity for a christian artist. Thanks, Douglas!

  54. Christopher Phillips Avatar
    Christopher Phillips

    Great interview, Randy. I downloaded this album a while back, and it quickly became one of my favorites! I’m not sure if I can choose a favorite track. I love the whole thing!

    —Christopher

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Thanks, Christopher!! I also love the whole thing!!!

  55. Michael Raburn Avatar

    First album was very good (love the piano work and Audrey’s vocals especially). Looking forward to hearing more. Don’t believe in the sophomore jinx. Artists take risks and grow, not make copies of previous work.

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      I so agree, Michael. thanks!!!

  56. Bill Whitt Avatar
    Bill Whitt

    I think she’s one of the best songwriters out there today! I don’t have her new album yet, but I’d love to get one…

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      You got it, Bill! Thanks for the comment!

  57. Alice Sullivan Avatar

    Ooh I can’t wait to hear this CD!

    1. randy Avatar
      randy

      Ha! Thanks, alice. You are about to!!

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