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      mreisz on April 4

      I am listening to the CD for the first time through, and it's fantastic. The core Purple Hulls group is awesome (as always) and the additional musicians are perfect additions. With each song there are great, tasteful details. Incredible job guys!

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      Amy Kidwell on February 9

      Almost didn't make it in time. My computer kept closing my windows. Congrats on meeting y'alls goal!! I'm super excited for y'all!!!!!

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      Michael Lefton on February 7

      Congrats on making your goal. Exited for the Session updates and can't wait to get the CD. Blessings on your upcoming endevours. Mike L in Ohio

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      Jim Liston on February 6

      Hey Ben, I'm a member of your website and now a supporter of your Purple Hull project.
      I hope you guys plan on recording "Mind of It's Own" on the album, it's a great song.
      JimInKansas

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      Ron Fields on February 5

      Way to go Hulls and Way to go all of those who helped back this project!!!

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      Jack Snedden on February 4

      PTL!!!

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      Mark Brown on February 2

      Made it! Wooooooohoooooo!

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      Nico van Eenennaam on February 2

      I donated a small amount $10,-- Ik zie dat je de targets al gehaald hebt. I see that you have reached your target. Later I will buy your CD at Amazon.
      Ik ben geen gelovige maar ik ben een echte Bluegrass fan.
      I'm not a believer but I really am a Bluegrasslover. Keep up the good work. I love you all.
      Groet van Nico van Eenennaam The Netherlands.

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      Russell Hall on February 2

      Just sent the Tweet to all my twits. We can do this!!!!

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      Stephen Bourassa on February 1

      Hi Ben Katy and Penny. I enjoy your music and hope that you're able to reach your goal. I think that my mother would also enjoy your CD so I'm putting in another $25. I'm very grateful for the lessons that Ben has posted. Keep up the good work.

      Sincerely.
      Steve (an atheist who doesn't feel lost)

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      Jack Snedden on February 1

      Did the Facebook re-post, I am praying you meet your goal and them some!!

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      Robyn Irving on January 31

      Just yesterday, I re-posted the video where y'all explain the project and goal on my fb page. No clue if it helped at all, but I would encourage YOU to re-post it as well, Ben, Katy, and Penny. Couldn't hurt, and might just put you over the goal if people saw that you're over half-way there and approaching the deadline. Don't be shy! Go for it, and GOD BLESS!!!

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      David Wasmundt on January 19

      What a blessing you guys are to the community; I am looking forward to the Lord pouring out His special blessing on your recording and that it might spread throughout His awesome creation. You are all so talented and to think that you are using it for God's glory. What a pleasure it is to back you guys. I agree with Rick Spratt and his comment that he only regrets that he can't fund the whole project. It is nice to see a wide smattering of people that are willing to get behind you guys and get this project funded and on its way to completion. I am looking forward to the finished CD in faith.
      Blessings from on high! David W

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      Jimmy Ferris on January 16

      Anyone seen Banjo Ben, Katy Lou and Penny lea? Haven't seen'em since they were at the Hard Rock Cafe. I know that Ben has played piano and knows some Bach, what I'd like to hear is Ben do "Bach double bwv 997 on his guitar, Penny on the mandolin, and Katy on the banjo, Lord help us, we may be within spit'n range of a million seller here..

      You guys were great at the Hard Rock, dadgum audio on my computer really sucked though.

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      Don McAnly on January 15

      I just discovered you guys a couple of weeks ago and I love ya'll. I bought your first album as soon as I heard it. I also became a Gold member of Banjo Ben's Web sight. I am only glad to help out with your new venture. Wish I could do more. Good Luck! and God Bless!!

      P.S. Now Ben teach this un-talented man how to play the git fiddle!!!!

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      Milton Odell on January 13

      Been watching you on youtube for ages, bought your first album, but are really excited about this new Gospel album. I live in Australia so will probably never get to see you live. I trust the album does really well and you are able to go on to do many more.
      Regards, Milton

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      Kevin Myers on January 11

      Glad to help family out!!

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      kent weber on January 11

      been lookin forward to this for quite a while now. may the good Lord y'all!

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      The Purple Hulls on January 11

      Y'all are all so very kind, and we are SO thankful for the outpouring of support so far!

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      Rick Spratt on January 11

      Only too happy to contribute.. You have helped me so much in teaching me the banjo, mandolin and git fiddle and I am happy to help you. My only regret is I couldn't fund the whole project for you.
      I'll be one of the first to buy the finished product.
      Rick Spratt

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      David Ludwikowski on January 10

      I'll be happy to shoot a "making of" video for you too.

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      Ricky Spencer on January 10

      Good luck Ben and the Hulls spread the word,and Ben keep swadlin that little one.

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      Robert Morris on January 10

      I just absolutely love getting to be a part of this... Yall are good people with great big huge hearts and I cant wait to hear what this gem will sound like!!.. God Bless

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You could easily say these folks were made to make music together. Though their paths from Texas to and through Music City have been diverse, they’re finally able to combine their talents and focus their efforts as a family. Deriving their name from the crop that helped put them through college and food on their table, “The Purple Hulls” are no strangers to the music business and life on the stage. “Banjo” Ben resigned from his job with Taylor Swift to sign a publishing deal at Sony ATV, along with twins Penny and Katy. After a year of writing, The Purple Hulls are hitting the road, making sure to showcase their unique harmonies only a family can achieve while ripping the strings off any instrument they can get their hands on. If you’re looking for authentic, acoustic-driven country and bluegrass music delivered at its best, your search is over.

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