Austin, (ABBA), thank you for asking us to comment on your performance today at Cross Roads Methodist. Elaine and I agree that your performance was a highlight of the worship service. Your interaction with the congregation was a real "high", and your sincerity, and love for Jesus, was a real inspiration. We hope that you will continue to bless us with your presence in the future. carl and elaine
CARL & ELAINE GUM (Jul 15, 2007)
Bryan,
From my viewpoint in the choir, you sounded wonderful. God has given you a gift and it is absolutely great that you share it with us at CrossRoads.
R.D.
R.D. HALL (Jul 15, 2007)
I was on the road the other day and got the chance to listen to your entire cd in one sitting. What a great sound! I recall a few comparisons on your bio... I've got to say that your voice and musicality are unique, but as I listened, the two names that popped into my head were Smokey Robinson and Aaron Neville. Although I think you are a warmer singer that Neville.
I wish our sound system could've been better for you. We're in the slow process of upgrading and, right now, our older parts aren't matching up the best with the new stuff. We really need new speakers and a tighter amp system.
People were still talking about you Sunday. Your style is so different from what the good folks at little old Hville UMC are used to. The response was good. They wanted more. I hope we can find time to have you back and give them more.
I want to set up a concert setting in our christian life center that has our praise band open for you. Promote the concert and see what happens.
What sort of fees and requirements do you have?
I feel it's a real gift to have a musician of your stature and ability touch our lives.
Blessings,
Kip Mathew
"I get by with a little help from my friends."
KIP MATHEW (Jul 10, 2007)
Bro. Austin,
I enjoy so much hearing all of what is going on with you. I appreciate your keeping me in touch with all you're doing. I am so proud of you for what you've accomplished and how God is using you. Continue to make us proud and keep moving on ahead with God's help. God bless you and keep you always.
Rev. Amos
REV. KEVYN AMOS (Jul 5, 2007)
I am so proud of you. Your musical talent was Godsent
and you are using your talent to promote his works.
May God Bless You.
Bobbie
BOBBIE FAULKNER (Jun 18, 2007)
"Earl W. Grimes Jr."
AND THE CAREER MOVES ON! The good Lord is blessing you and it warms my heart. I know that you deserve sucess and will get it soon. Be blessed and bless your family. (They must be very happy!). When you get rich, will you take your brother back to Thailand (smile). Love and peace, Earl G.
MINISTER GRIMES (Jun 17, 2007)
Austin,
Congratulations on your ever expanding ministry! God bless.
Blessings,
Lia
Lia M. McIntosh
Minister of the Gospel~writer~speaker~Christian coach
REV. LIA (Jun 16, 2007)
Bryan - I've heard wonderful things about your singing at Indian Heights - thank you so much for sharing your beautiful voice!
Heather Lewis
Director of Music
Indian Heights UMC
HEATHER LEWIS (May 30, 2007)
Bryan, we played your CDs at a recent church event (UMM Steak Supper)
everybody enjoyed them. Thank you for the CDS I have been enjoying them. We greatly
enjoyed the performance. James
Pastor James Myers - Ohio Street United Mehtodist Church, Butler, Mo. (May 15, 2007)
I watched the Lonesome Valley Video and as always, you were inspirational. God uses you to minister to the lost, the lonely, and the forgotten. Praise God that you are willing to heed his calling! May God continually bless you for your dedication! Have a blessed day!!
Kathy Mahoney
Kathy Mahoney (Mar 30, 2007)
"THANKFUL FOR THE DREAM" & "CHOSEN FOR THE DREAM" ARE NOW AVAILABLE AT:
The CD is fantastic! Your rendition of O Holy Night was pure poetry. Thank you for the surprise blessing.
Cathy
Awareness Management Systems
An authorized franchise of the Sandler Sales Institute
Catherine Atkins
“If you think training your people and having them leave is expensive,
try not training them and having them stay
CATHY ATKINS (Jan 3, 2007)
Email from irene nalwoga
Hullo Bryan Astin,
How are you doing over there? Iam irene age 16 years old from uganda
africa,Am you fan here like your music as well as your voice,My
grandfather love your song called ''The Lord Is Player' He love that
song so much, Please do you mind if you send me your Cd as well as
your poster so that i can pin it here in our town every to more about
you, thanks
bye
yours irene,
(Jan 2, 2007)
Hi Austin, It was great to have you at the dinner last night and to see your beautiful wife and friends again. Your program was first rate with wonderful contact with the audience as usual. I'm just sorry that we were down so much in attendance because of the competition from the Chiefs' game especially in a losing cause.
I really enjoyed the CD, I think you will have a great success with it. It is just a matter of getting lots of exposure. I especially liked your multiple voiced cuts, your intonation on those is remarkable.
I hope you have a wonderful Christmas with your family and a very safe journey.
God bless.
Brian
Brian Steele (Dec 18, 2006)
Bryan:
You sound better and your voice is fuller and richer than I have ever heard. It is great that you are making beautiful music to inspire the world.The CD is great. Keep up the good work and never stop singing.
All my best.
Bob Corff
www.corffvoice.com
Bob Corff (Dec 19, 2006)
BRYAN AUSTIN
Chosen For the Dream
(US Art-Tist Records, 2006)
Jesus I Love You / The Lord's Prayer / Do You Hear What I Hear / Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas / O Holy Night / Let There Be Peace On Earth / Where You There / Jesus Is The Answer / Silent Night / Medley (Go Tell It On The Mountain & King of Kings And Lord Of Lords & Amen)
The “dreamer” is an apt epithet for Mr. Austin P. Bryant, Jr. aka Bryan Austin. His music is dreamy and atmospheric, and he usually chooses songs with positive lyrics, as if to dream about a brighter future.
Chosen for the Dream is Bryan’s fourth full-length CD, and the subtitle, Christmas & Sacred, really tells it all. His previous CD, Thank You for the Dream, was an inspirational set, whereas there are some Christmas songs included on this newie, as well. I had a chat with Bryan about his past career and his Still Dreaming CD in 2000, and you can read it here.
Bryan’s clear, high tenor has an angelic tone to it, which becomes evident especially on the opening and closing a cappella tracks. He handles all the vocals in this “a cappella group.” The rest of the songs are all slow, soothing and beautiful. The Lord’s Prayer and Jesus Is the Answer appeared already on the previous set, and Let There Be Peace on Earth and Were You There sound equally devout. The latter one is a personal favourite, and Bryan performed it first in a play called Moments in Time in CrossRoads United Methodist Church in Belton , Missouri. He sings this beautiful, spiritual ballad almost at the end of the play, and indisputably it is the highlight of the drama.
Of the festive songs, Do You Hear What I Hear, grows into a grand finale, and, indeed, on each track on this set the background instrumentation is skilfully created. Also Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas, O Holy Night and Silent Night set you in the right mood for the holidays. You can watch some of these songs on video on Bryan’s website at www.bryanakaaustin.com.
-Heikki Suosalo
A very moving and memorable religious experience at my church occured
this last Maundy Thursday. The Sonlight Players (The drama team from
our church and several surrounding churches) presented the Holy Week
events From The Last Supper to the Crucifixion and Resurrection of
Christ. Bryan Austin sang "Were You There When They Crucified My
Lord?" It was one of the most
impacting experiences I have had. There was not a dry eye from anyone
in attendance.. .including the actors.
Kala Handley (Oct 22, 2006)
Subject: Pure Joy
To: "Austin Bryant"
When I visited your website, I came away feeling pure joy.
You give a first visual impression of Barry White and sing like the 5th Dimension.
It's all good.
Peter Smothers' words dig deep when you feel his passion for the Almighty.
Peace,
Reggie
Reginald Hicks (Sep 25, 2006)
Excellent website, Minister Austin!
I LOVE this site and the way you have with people.
You have definitely been a Blessing in my life since I met you a month ago.
Very Sincerely,
Dr. Cheryl Fields
Dr. Cheryl Fields (Sep 3, 2006)
Austin,
My review:
I stood to the side of the sanctuary as the congregation listened to Austin's voice lift up the joy of Christ. I realized how blessed we were at that moment and how blessed we are to be people of faith. Tears of joy welled up within in me knowing that my small congregation was experiencing God’s presence brought near by Austin's spiritual gifts and his willingness to bless us with them. Austin is blessed. We are blessed. I am blessed to be able to say he's a friend. Thank you Austin. More importantly, thank you, Lord.
You are blessed that you may be a blessing!
Rick Matson
Pastor, Smith Chapel United Methodist Church
(573) 529-1210
Pastor Rick Matson (Sep 3, 2006)
Thanks again for a powerful weekend! My children were even singing the
rest
of the day. Kate, my 8-year old, said..."mom..that man, Mr. Austin, is
a
great, great singer! Can I listen to his cd?" If you touched anybody,
Austin, you certainly touched an 8-year old girl. She was mesmerized,
and
carried a song in her heart for the rest of the day.
Cathy
Awareness Management Systems
An authorized franchise of the Sandler Sales Institute
Catherine Atkins
“If you think training your people and having them leave is expensive,
try not training them and having them stay."
Catherine Atkins (Aug 28, 2006)
BRYAN AUSTIN MOVES SPIRITUAL RALLY
About 150 United Methodist Men left the Kansas East Conference United Methodist Men’s Rally, Saturday, August 12 humming and talking about the wonderful musical witness of Bryan Austin. Bryan’s famous rendition of the beautiful hymn, “His Eye is on the Sparrow” left them breathless and then all were equally moved by “The Old Rugged Cross” sung as only Bryan can during communion. His warm spirit of brotherhood and Christian love for all permeated his performance.
Brian Steele (Aug 23, 2006)
Hi Bryan,
I've been out in the high mountains of Estes Park, Colorado. I heard your phone message but had no cell service on the mountain at Long's Peak. Beautiful time of peace and relaxation.
Tom and I enjoyed listening to your cd's while traveling. We then shared them with family while visiting. We were inspired listening to your music while enjoying God's beautiful artistry.
I came home and viewed your new videos on your website. I will forward them on to my friends and family along with your website info.
Your ministry continues to grow and we all deeply appreciate being able to share with you!
God's richest blessings,
Roseann
Roseann Malter (Aug 17, 2006)
Cupples(Elementary) and Sumner(High)...O what a wonder! Keep working on your dreams.You have shown us that its not late, for this is Your time. Keep climbing old friend.
Judge Anderson (Aug 16, 2006)
From: Reginald Hicks
Subject: Website
I can remember when Aus and I belted a few tunes in the men's room at Sumner High School(St. Louis). Musically, he's on his way. It took a hundred years, but his voice is as pure as angels in the choir. I'm impressed that "Ole School" is alive and well. It's been said that good music sounds good at any age. No matter what your age, follow the instructions and be amazed at how your homey has matured.
Long live the Gospel, R & B, Rockabilly, Hip Hop, etc-etc and Aus.
Aus, the word is out.
www.bryanakaaustin.com
Peace,
Reggie
Reginald Hicks (Aug 4, 2006)
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