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Joy Whitlock
Rock / Christian

"Debut album "God and a Girl" coming Summer ’08!!!"

MEMPHIS, Tennessee
United States

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Last Login:  5/14/2008
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Member Since9/19/2005
Band Websitejoywhitlock.com
Band MembersJoy Whitlock - vocals
Derek Shipley - bass
Philip Kenney - guitar
Mike Jackson - percussion
James Joseph - keys
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Hey friends! I want to encourage you guys to check out the band Wavorly. I just got their cd, and it took a good listen through a couple of times before I actually "got it". But now....it has become my new favorite! So, if you like the harder style of music...you must listen to these guys....amazing riffs...fascinating lyrics...alot of them drawn from C.S. Lewis book "The Great Divorce".....just an awesome sound altogether. Thanks a bunch! Joy

Misty Edwards (worship leader at International House of Prayer,) Jeremy Riddle, Ray LaMontagne, The Toadies, Foo Fighters, Emmylou Harris, Over the Rhine, Damien Rice, Otis Redding, Sarah McLachlan, Kasey Chambers, Jennifer Knapp, Jonathan Rice, Susan Tedeschi, Susan Marshall, Garrison Starr, Lucinda Williams, Todd Agnew, Jimmy Eat World, My Chemical Romance, Coldplay, Tegan and Sara, Weezer, The Urge (St. Louis band), The Silent Parade, Kim Taylor, The Benjamin Gate, Jeff Buckley, 76 (RIP), INXS, Jars of Clay, Lifehouse, Lynden
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Management: Celerity Entertainment, Inc.
Franklin, TN
(615)791-4464

Contact: Jonas Applegate jonas@celerityent.com
Booking: Greg Oliver Agency (GOA)
Brentwood, TN
(615)790-5540
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info@goa-inc.com
Label Contact: Ardent Records
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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Jun 20 2008 11:45A
Big Ticket Festival @ Ostego County Fairgrounds Gaylord, Michigan
Jun 21 2008 12:00P
Alive Festival @ Clay’s Park Canal Fulton, Ohio
Aug 5 2008 4:30P
Kingdom Bound Festival @ Darien Lake Theme Park Resort Darien Center, New York
Aug 30 2008 4:00P
Lifelight Festival Souix Falls, South Dakota

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   About Joy Whitlock
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Originally from the South. My dad was, and still is though not practicing, a minister. We've lived mostly in different areas of Mississippi and spent a few years in Illinois where my dad is from. Moved to Memphis when I was 17. So that would put me here for almost 8 years. Whenever anyone asks me where I'm from, I always say Memphis. I've lived here longer than I've lived anywhere else. And I happen to love Memphis, so this is my home.

Months after I moved to Memphis, my older sister, Allison, was invited to see a Lilithfair show in Nashville. Me being such the tag-a-long, I had to go with her. The whole trip was amazing! I always loved music, as anyone does. But not until that night did I realize how much a part of me that it was. The last person to play was Sarah McLachlan. It was completely dark and a single beam of light lit a small part of the stage. And out of nowhere she stepped into the light. And the most beautiful sound came out of her mouth. Tears immediately formed behind my eyes, however silly that may sound. I was mesmerized...paralyzed. Every word, every note, every stroke of her guitar awakened something inside of me.

I had never played a guitar in my life, but as soon as I got home the next day, I called my parents and asked them to help me buy one. We went down to Strings & Things, bought a cheap Fender acoustic, which I still have and love, and I began my life as a musician. I started watching other player's hands and would try and mimic what I saw. Most of my learning was just practice and finding chords and then remembering where they were. I still can't read music. I play by ear...and heart. I began playing in a cover band around the age of 20. We were called Krysalis...I love butterflies. We were actually pretty good and developed a small, but faithful following.

I began to experiment with many things...many drugs. Like I said, my dad was a preacher, so I knew about God, was raised in church. But I never had any interest or desire for Him. I realize now that my understanding of Him was all wrong. I had no clue who He really was...and is. I actually never gave Him any thought through the majority of my life. Until last year on April 4th. For some reason, a few months prior to that day in April, I became somewhat aware of sin, and sin in my life. I became convicted, which was foreign to me. I was scared and I didn't understand what was happening.

My mother came for a visit about that time and convinced me to see The Passion of the Christ with her. I had no desire to see it. I knew this wasn't a movie for enjoyment, so to speak. But something inside me would not let me back out. So I went. I had no idea what was about to happen to me. No idea that in just a few moments I would meet that same Christ. And I did...right there in the theater...curled in my seat...Heaven opened and let me in. Imagine that!

Having been in the studio, I realize now more than ever, that I am so in love with words..and melody...and the creation of songs. Music evokes so many feelings. It inspires. It dreams it's own dream. It can set you on top of the world. And it can break your heart. But it makes you feel, and that is what I love. The only vision I have as an artist is to remain just that...an artist. To not burn out...stay honest...and stay faithful to what I have been called to do. I am not necessarily targeting any specific age or group. I don't want to limit my music to a certain demographic. I write about things that I have experienced, whether it be joy or pain. And everyone can relate to that.

I think, as a whole, our generation is being fed a dangerous message. A message that says if you accept Christ, all of your problems will cease to exist. A message that tells the listeners that the reason they have struggles is because they don't have Christ. And there is some truth in that. But there needs to be a balance. The truth of the matter is that our struggles will still be a part of life. We will still hurt and experience tragedy as any other human being does. Christ came to offer us a way to overcome sin and it's consequences and the devastaton that it causes. In John chapter 17, Jesus is praying for us before being arrested, and He asks His Father not to take us out of the world, but to keep us from evil.

Because I still have many struggles in my life, even as a child of God, the subject matter of most of my songs tend to gravitate towards...struggle. I want people to know that pain is not working against us. It brings us closer to the one who knows pain better than anyone else...Jesus Christ. He understands and hurts right along with us. When we are persecuted, He is persecuted. When we cry, He cries. And when we laugh...He laughs too. He goes through life with us and in us. And our life struggles and heartache only remind us that we are not alone. It shows us of His love. It shows us that if we fall, He will fall with us. He will not let us go alone. He will not let us go........

*Thank you for visiting our myspace site. We want this to be a fun place where we can dialogue about our music and our faith. We are concerned about your safety and just want to remind you to be cautious on the internet. Whether surfing the internet, hanging out in chat rooms or buying items online there are definitely things to keep in mind. Please do not post or give out any personal information including your address, cell phone number, home phone number, school you attend, birth date or even your last name. Predators could easily find you using this information. So please have fun but be cautious and encourage your friends to do the same!*


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Jen





May 13 2008 1:27 PM

Just stopped by to say hello...I hope all is well.
CiJay





May 13 2008 9:27 AM

Thank you for accepting my friend request...I really do appreciate the friendship! Hope you will enjoy the page and New Music that I've posted. Feel free to drop by and chat!
slacker





May 12 2008 6:42 AM

Can't wait for the new album to come out. :)
Jane Loves Josh!





May 8 2008 11:01 AM

ONE MINUTE EACH NIGHT



During WWII, there was an advisor to Churchill who organized a group of people who dropped what they were
doing every night at a prescribed hour for one minute to collectively pray for the safety of England, its people and peace. This had an amazing effect as bombing stopped.

There is now a group of people organizing the same thing here in America ..

If you would like to participate: each evening at 9:00 PM Eastern Time 8:00 PM Central, 7:00 PM Mountain, 6:00 PM Pacific, stop whatever you are doing and spend one minute praying for the up-coming election, and for the revival of Christianity in this great country.

If you know anyone who would like to participate, please pass this along.

Someone said if people really understood the full extent of the power we have available through prayer, we might be speechless. Our prayers are the most powerful asset we have.

Thank You. Please pass this on to anyone who you think will want to join us.
Total Surrender





May 7 2008 8:44 PM

Love you Joy!
Prayer Warriors





May 6 2008 8:06 PM

Thanks for the add!

I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me

Philippians 4:13
Prayer Warriors





May 6 2008 8:07 PM

Thanks for the ADD!


I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. -Philippians 4:13
Kari





May 6 2008 8:24 PM

Hey Joy, just sending out love from Montana! Keep on singing for the Lord. Looking forward to the new CD.

Keep in mind always--Phil 4:13
Tonya





May 6 2008 12:21 PM

Hello my friend. Stopped by to say hello. I pray you have a blessed evening. In Christ, Tonya
pastor samme





May 4 2008 7:08 PM

I missed your showcase in Nashville by 5 minutes! I was so bummed out!!! Blessings .. to you & the family! I cannot wait to see you at Kingdom Bound!!!!
You are in my prayers ...
In His Grip...pastor samme
CARRiON





Apr 30 2008 9:31 PM

Just dropping by to say thank you for your beautiful friendship. Hope all is well with you and let's continue to bless the name of the Lord with the gifts He has given us. Music, ministry and exhortation.
HeadSoup





Apr 30 2008 1:44 PM

Thanks for listening, letting us into your life and for being a friend.

If you like what you hear please tell at least one friend about us. Check out more tunes at CDBaby.com and iTunes.

Please stay in touch.

Love & Hugs,

HeadSoup
“Music For The Mind & Body”
Todd Ray





Apr 30 2008 8:00 AM

Just wanted to say hello and have a great day!! May all your dreams come true!!
Your friend,
Todd Ray
Stairway





Apr 28 2008 9:03 AM

Thanks for accepting us Joy! You're amazing! Check back in a month to hear our songs. But check back this weekend to hear us do a cover to Paramore's "We Are Broken" :D!



Ashley,
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Shelley





Apr 28 2008 6:49 AM

good morning i hope you have a great day. god bless.
The Bee's Nest





Apr 26 2008 11:00 PM

Hahahaaa! YOU'RE IN WIKIPEDIAAAAA!!!
The Art of Worship





Apr 27 2008 10:33 AM

Thanks for the add. :-)
~*~Geese!~*~





Apr 26 2008 8:57 PM

Hey Joy!
Saw you were online and thought I'd say hey! How are you? Hope all is going well!
God bless always!
Lisa





Apr 25 2008 3:52 AM

We both hit the 4-year mark this month, don't we?! Can you believe what can happen in 4 years?! Beauty from the ashes, huh? But only through our awesome Savior!!
Pardoned





Apr 23 2008 2:34 PM

THANKX FOR THE ADD
Brian Rennick





Apr 23 2008 12:53 PM

Thank you!
your music in wonderful!!

peace and love

brian rennick
RAWK! Of Ages





Apr 22 2008 6:39 PM

Hello Joy! Thank you so much for the add. You come highly recommended. It is an honor to have you as a friend.

God bless!

Robb
Christian Party Central





Apr 22 2008 3:20 PM

I need event schedules of all the artists to make an event page for our warm weather kick off! Where can people find you and when? A link to your calender would great!
Roccoco





Apr 19 2008 4:49 AM

Thank you for the friendship!!!I am glad to your friend!!!!Best wishes !!!Peace & love !!!Daniel
wendy