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Monica Joy
Healing & EasyListening / Acoustic / Christian

		music to stir and soothe the soul... Ontario Canada Profile Views: 9394 Last Login: 7/13/2009
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MySpace URL:

www.myspace.com/monicajoymusic

Monica Joy: General Info

Member Since	4/6/2006
Band Website	www.monicajoymusic.com
Band Members	Me, me... and (oh so sad) me. Plus a number of musician friends who are willing to drive to other cities to play for peanuts and good times.
Influences	Words and conversations that move me... these tend to be faith-oriented, and often inspired by a great book, a thoughtful friend, scripture, poetry or an old hymn. More recent inspirations include the value of family, community, justice, humanity and hope.
Sounds Like	Who wants to sound like someone else? But then again, I don't get offended when told my music reminds someone of Sarah McLachlan...
Record Label	Unknown Indie
Type of Label	Indie

Upcoming Shows

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Apr 24 2009

10:00P

Private Show

Goderich, Ontario

Apr 25 2009

6:00P

YFC dinner and music

Parkhill, ON

Monica Joy's Latest Blog Entry [Subscribe to this Blog]

Noted! compilation of Huron County women (view more)

Sea to Sea: The Voice of Creation (view more)

Two new recordings (view more)

Worldview - ending child poverty (view more)

Shai Award nomination for "Folk Album of the Year" (view more)

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About Monica Joy

I'm honoured that you've come, that you'd take the time to read about me as you give a listen... Like many others, I picked up a guitar during my teen years and learned just enough chords to begin pouring my thoughts into songs. These days I write and perform mostly at the piano (what I was trained on), but I also pick up a djembe any chance I get. I'm thinking the dulcimer might be a fun next instrument. Anyone got one that's collecting dust? In truth, most of my music remained behind closed doors until a few years ago when some friends in the music business gave me a kick in the pants (along with a good dose of encouragement). Invaluable. Recording "If Everything is Lost" (2005) began a new chapter for me. Writing music had always been an outlet for me -- a way of journaling and worshipping and coping -- and now I feel really honoured that this music that has been a gift in my life is being so well received by others. It seems those who find my music most meaningful are often in a difficult season of life. So I increasingly find myself writing "sustaining music" (a term I borrowed from Steve Bell) for friends whose stories move me. Some I have met, others have faces I've yet to know. In fact, my next recording project is an honest and hopeful album specifically for those in one of life's valleys...especially the deep ones. Thanks for joining me on part of the journey. Travel well.

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Monica Joy's Friends Comments

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Katie Eltink Online Now!	Jun 7 2009 4:01 AM Hi Monica, Really nice to meet you.You have a wonderful voice!I enjoyed your songs!Have a great upcoming week and cheers to new friends! Katie
Mind Matters	Jun 7 2009 4:01 AM "So tell me the color of your sky up above, paint me a picture of the things that make you smile..." Steven Curtis Chapman Monica, Just staying connected with your World and I will write again soon... :) A Smile4u, Debra
Sara	Jun 7 2009 4:00 AM Thank you for your comment. It is so great to have you as a friend. I think you are a truly talented lady. I hope you are ok and enjoying your day. Keep in touch. Sara XXXXX
Elizabeth South	Mar 4 2009 5:19 PM Thank you so much for the add. I would like to let you know that my new CD called “Have Faith” has been released and is now available at www.cdbaby.com/elizabethsouth and on iTunes. Stop by and leave me a comment any time.
Janie Grand	Mar 6 2009 6:33 PM MJ, Thanks for your comments! It means a lot coming from someone with such an awesome voice. Yes, it would be great to meet you. I'll have to come see you play sometime. Please keep me posted. Cheers, Janie
Mikke's space Online Now!	Jan 9 2009 11:36 PM no problemo :) xox
Michael Robert	Mar 2 2009 12:21 AM Thx for dropping by and listening to my tunes! Please let your friends know both my worship rock CD's are for sale on my site, and now on iTUNES!! These CD’s were co-produced by Ron Davis the engineer on the Grammy/Dove award winning CD, “Shout to the Lord!” I've also got some FREE DOWNLOADS! “Here I Stand” just charted in the Top 20! Be sure to ask to hear it at your local radio station! Everyone please come see the video and leave me a comment! May God bless you and draw you closer as you surrender to Him!
Ned Murphy	Nov 28 2008 11:21 AM thanks monica,i'm really enjoying your music too!xx ned
rodneyc.	Dec 5 2008 4:08 PM Greetings awesome monica, stopped in to send my wishes to you and the family. Happy Holidays my awesome friend.
patrick k	Dec 26 2008 2:10 AM WISHING YOU A HAPPY XMAS AND A WONDERFULL NEW YEAR YOUR FRIEND ....PATRICK K
GEORGE W HUDSON	Jan 2 2009 8:12 AM HAPPY NEW YEAR
Miss Kristin ~ Christmas	Oct 17 2008 5:40 AM Thank you for your kind words and comments! Its really something wonderful to fathom all the talent here. Stay strong in doing all you love! And please feel free to keep in touch and drop me a message or a comment anytime you'd like. Keep me updated on what's up and how you're doing. I've just released my first new age listening adventure, "Desert Seas" Please search for Miss Kristin on Itunes and you will find all 8 of my unique and special CDs. Check em out! Some rock and some groove, i'm sure you will find one just right for you! We have lots more great music in store for you in the coming year too, so be patient, hold tight, stay tuned and sit right. Warm and sultry, heart to heart comin your way! Much Love, Miss Kristin
rodneyc.	Nov 26 2008 5:20 PM monica you are such a completion of life... Thanks or the real talk it's made some major marks on my plate. i hope we share the stage soon.
The Big Fat Cat	Nov 26 2008 5:46 PM monica, you have a amazing voice. thanks for the add
patrick k	Aug 26 2008 2:10 PM Hi thanks so much for the add on your page...best wishes to you from Cork City Ireland...hope you get a chance to check out my new songs.. and maybe leave a comment .....thanks again for the add.....Hope your well ... your friend patrick k
((( Dreamer School ))) Music	May 2 2008 1:45 PM hello, Monica Joy i have a new sharing with you , i just now released my new music named "the distance" , i roughly composed it about 3-4 years ago , then modified several times , this is first time to perform in public , for me , this is a challenge of dream , i sincerely invite you to listen , maybe you can give me some opinions , i hope my dream in music will not be your nightmare :) if you have listened before my invitation , i have to say "thanks a lot" again & again for your warm support also feel free to visit my newest "the distance" blog to discuss with me about where is your distance.. blessings & have a goooooooooooooday ! ((( dreamer school ))) music , make dreams come true !
Doors Open	Apr 9 2008 9:21 PM Hey Monica! Thanks for being our friend and the comment and all :) For us, Indieheaven is a good way to sell our CDs, network, and get our music out there a little more. Are you a member? Well, may God bless you and your music ministry!!! Have a great rest of the week!
Mixed Emotions Music/ Kenny Lewis Online Now!	Apr 11 2008 12:23 AM Thanks for the add!! Kenny
Katrina Parker	Apr 11 2008 10:48 PM Ah, thank you for the kind comment...lovely page here. :) Cheers to you, Katrina
Daryl Wilson	Apr 9 2008 3:46 AM Hi Monica! You know, I could listen to Lend Me Your Hope 20 times in a row and not get tired of it... such a great song! I hope you are doing well! Daryl
Scott Boogie (CORE DJS)	Jan 29 2008 7:22 PM Thanx for the add, check out the Podcast on my page... ~SB~
Makeda Taylor	Jan 19 2008 9:22 PM Monica You have the voice of an Angel! Also some very impressive songwriting. It is an honour to be included in your circle of friends. Please subscribe to my Blog so we can have a more meaningful myspace relationship. Xx Makeda
April Start	Jan 18 2008 5:51 PM Only as high as I reach can I grow, Only as far as I seek can I go, Only as deep as I look can I see, Only as much as I dream can I be. Have a wonderful weekend!!! xo April
EMM GRYNER	Jan 18 2008 4:36 AM hey monica, it was great to meet you too. i look forward to checking out your space here. xox
Daryl Wilson	Dec 29 2007 5:26 AM Hi Monica! I'm still enjoying your CD, it's great when I'm driving and need to unwind :) How are things out your way? Daryl

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