Flags Of Our Fathers: A Soldier's Story

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At a time when the fighting in Iraq brings out more pain than patriotism in a majority of vocal Americans, Keni Thomas--a smooth-voiced Georgia musician and former Army member of Task Force Ranger, sent into the Mogadishu of Black Hawk Down--steps forward with a collection of songs that restore the poignancy and eloquence of the good fight. Never bombastic in the vein of Toby Keith nor rabble-rousing à la Darryl Worley, Thomas--who wrote or cowrote all 10 tracks with an ear for classic country and rock--simply tells the stories of the men and women in uniform. "Not Me," which boasts no less than Vince Gill and Emmylou Harris on harmony vocals, is an eloquent and understated paean to leadership and courage, while "Circle on the Cross," featuring a spoken introduction by Kenny Rogers, spotlights a military marking worth remembering. Carolyn Dawn Johnson, Michael McDonald, Blackhawk, and Shawn Mullins also lend their efforts to this surprising, affecting project. (Proceeds partly benefit the Hero Fund and the Special Operations Warrior Foundation, which provide college tuition to the children of Special Ops personnel who die in training or combat.) --Alanna Nash

Product Description:
Flags Of Our Fathers is a collection of songs wirtten by Thomas that tell stories inspired by life in the military and those who serve our nation. Working with producers Brent Maher and Mark Selby he uses his unique insight to bring these memorable songs to life and tell a story as only someone who has experienced them can. It's a remarkable album from an equally remarkable artist.

Flags Of Our Fathers: A Soldier's Story

Flags Of Our Fathers: A Soldier's Story,Keni Thomas,Moraine Records,A collection of songs written by Thomas that tell stories inspired by life in the military. Guest artists include Kenny Rogers, Emmylou Harris and Blackhawk among others. Includes the single "Not Me". A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Hero Fund.,Country,Pop

Average customer rating: Moving CD with a message Awesome - A Great Surprise For any Serviceman/Servicewoman Keni Thomas Review A true tribute to those who have served.

Flags Of Our Fathers: A Soldier's Story Keni Thomas Manufacturer: Moraine Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Country | Styles | Music Similar Items: American by God's Amazing Grace Patriotic Country, Vol. 2 Songs About Me Off To Join The World Mark Wills - Greatest Hits ASIN: B0006ZOV8G Release Date: 2005-01-25

Tracks:

1. Flags Of Our Fathers
2. Hero
3. Not Me (with Vince Gill & Emmylou Harris)
4. Send Me (with Shawn Mullins)
5. Gloryland (with Blackhawk)
6. 7 Days (with Michael McDonald)
7. Prove Them Wrong
8. Fight I Couldn't Win
9. Circle On The Cross (with Kenny Rogers)
10. Last Band Of Brothers

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At a time when the fighting in Iraq brings out more pain than patriotism in a majority of vocal Americans, Keni Thomas--a smooth-voiced Georgia musician and former Army member of Task Force Ranger, sent into the Mogadishu of Black Hawk Down--steps forward with a collection of songs that restore the poignancy and eloquence of the good fight. Never bombastic in the vein of Toby Keith nor rabble-rousing à la Darryl Worley, Thomas--who wrote or cowrote all 10 tracks with an ear for classic country and rock--simply tells the stories of the men and women in uniform. "Not Me," which boasts no less than Vince Gill and Emmylou Harris on harmony vocals, is an eloquent and understated paean to leadership and courage, while "Circle on the Cross," featuring a spoken introduction by Kenny Rogers, spotlights a military marking worth remembering. Carolyn Dawn Johnson, Michael McDonald, Blackhawk, and Shawn Mullins also lend their efforts to this surprising, affecting project. (Proceeds partly benefit the Hero Fund and the Special Operations Warrior Foundation, which provide college tuition to the children of Special Ops personnel who die in training or combat.) --Alanna Nash

Album Description

Flags Of Our Fathers is a collection of songs wirtten by Thomas that tell stories inspired by life in the military and those who serve our nation. Working with producers Brent Maher and Mark Selby he uses his unique insight to bring these memorable songs to life and tell a story as only someone who has experienced them can. It's a remarkable album from an equally remarkable artist.

Customer Reviews:

Moving CD with a message.......2007-05-12

I had the good fortune of listening to Keni around Memorial Day. In case you didn't know, Keni was involved in Task Force RANGER that was elegantly presented in "Black Hawk Down" Book and Movie. He is a great story teller and that's reflected in his songs....moving, poignant, and relevant. Great story teller and a great singer/performer.

Awesome - A Great Surprise.......2007-01-08

An awesome album from start to finish. I have already purchased another copy for a friend. Extremely well written songs especially if you have even a single patriotic bone in your body.

For any Serviceman/Servicewoman.......2006-04-15

Having been in the military and served with the Rangers plus being a musician now, anyone who has ever had to go to combat can relate to this CD.
A soldiers story combines mom's apple pie c rations and MRE's all rolled up into one. Keni's voice draws one to listen to the lyrics more so than most singers.

If you have ever been in combat anywhere, anytime...this CD will bring tears to your eyes and make your chest swell with pride. Keni T's been there and done that. And this CD is living proof of the enourmous patriotism our country holds for our Troops in harms way. It's a gut wrenching story and those who have been there........must hear it! RLTW

Joey "Brasso" Welsh
Castroville, TX

Keni Thomas Review.......2006-03-24

Great CD. I saw this performer with an USO tour in Iraq and had to buy the cd. A patriotic must!

A true tribute to those who have served........2006-01-16

This complete CD is a great tribute to all that have served and put country before self. There is not a song on this CD that you will not listen to over and over. To know what Keni Thomas has been through and hear it in his music is great. Everyone should own this, CD even if it only gets played a few times a year on the 4th of July, Veterans Day and Memorial Day. BUY BUY BUY

Music Album:

1. Gettin' More Rowdy
2. Greatest Hits [Enhanced]
3. Harlequin Melodies/Sings His Own
4. Heroes [Import]
5. Impasse
6. In Search of a Song//Rhymer & Other Five& Dimers [Import]
7. Johnny Cash - The Man in Black: His Greatest Hits
8. Just Over in Heaven
9. K.D. Lang - Invincible Summer (DVD Audio) [Enhanced]
10. Kenny Rogers & The First Edition - Greatest Hits [Hip-O] [Original recording remastered]

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