Meade Sings

What a glorious Christmas this has turned out to be! I was worried because Daddy had broken his arm and is recovering still from surgery. We got a smaller tree , a smaller dinner, and decorations. Yet, somehow I found that Christmas spirit more so than in recent years. Maybe its because Donald Trump is in the White House this year! We can say "Merry Christmas" again, Y'all! I went to Christmas Eve services last night at both the Baptist and Episcopal churches. This Christmas I got a Nintendo set! I've been wanting one for a long time. It brings back childhood memories. I can't wait to play Castlevania and Metroid ! The Nintendo games will help inspire new songs in me. Here are some pictures of yours truly. Merry Christmas to all my fans!

Howdy Folks! My Christmas special for You Tube is now here. I  hope it may touch in some special way, and I hope you enjoy watching it. It was a lot of fun putting this small piece together. Grab some egg nog!

Hello! Christmas is a month away, but I am already working on a Christmas special for youtube. It will be called "The Meade Skelton Christmas Special". I think that has a nice ring to it, don't you? I will be doing several Christmas songs in the show and be keeping it more about the real meaning and spirit of Christmas. I believe people need some uplifting entertainment in these our troubled times. This Christmas, I plan to wish everyone a Merry Christmas, regardless of political affiliation! I have a few gigs lined up in December, but mainly I am taking a break to catch up on other projects before the end of the year. This year has certainly been fairly good to me. I got a new job at the Chick-fil-A as the Cow Mascot, which I have done before. It doesn't pay much, but at least its an acting gig! I can call it creative promotions. I like to do all kinds of things at Christmas, so I'll be right busy. Look for my Christmas show on Youtube in a few weeks time.

A song more associated with the 4th of July, but I think a lot of these Patriotic songs are fitting for Thanksgiving. I am very proud and thankful to be an American. A REAL American !

Many musicians get tempted to belittle their competition. I think its a poor choice professionally , to go and talk trash about other genres or other bands and  musicians. This goes for people who work in sound as well. I remember not too long ago, I found a Tumblr blog by a local sound technician at a popular music venue here in town. He said his least favorite part about his job was  "having to work Country shows".  My reaction was, buddy, maybe you're in the wrong business? If you're that petty about a certain genre that you find it difficult to run sound, maybe you shouldn't be running sound at all! I know there are a lot of heated discussions on music and musical taste. Its highly subjective in many ways.  We need to come to some sort of middle ground, where musicians can at least respect what we do, regardless of how off putting their style of music may be to them. I got pretty offended by the sound guy's statements regarding Country music. But isn't...

With the recording industry as it is, the only popular music genre to remain largely untouched by illuminati hands , is Country and Western music. This wholesome genre is loved and adored by many, to the dismay of Satan and his cohorts. Notice how Country music is contested in ways that other genres aren't. You don't really hear people say "I like anything but Rock".  Or I like all kinds of music, except Pop music".  No. But you will  hear  people  say "I like everything, except Country", or "anything but Country". But that doesn't really reflect reality, because  many people (secretly or subconsciously) like at least (some) Country music. Country music is still a big seller. Country music venues (to industry surprise) sell out tickets. But people who are under Satan's influence aren't getting the demonic presence in Country records. Its not what they are seeking. You can listen to Pop ,Dance, and Rock music records. These record...

  A Gospel Song I learned from The Messengers of Manassas, Virginia.

Publicity Pictures taken shortly after my high school graduation. Done by Laura Huntington Studio, Lincoln, Virginia

You can download all 12 songs from Bandcamp. "Best of" features all original songs that I have recorded over the years, starting with my debut release in 2001. It is a great way to stroll down memory lane and see the style changes. Included are all hand picked by yours truly, which reflect the definitive style and work I have put into the studio sound. I am so excited to share these past "hits" with Y'all ! Download from bandcamp today! The Very Best Of Meade Skelton by Meade Skelton

For "Throw back" Thursday , I want to discuss the most spectacular trip I ever had to Nashville.  In July of 2012, I went to Nashville , this time with the Meadow Street band.  I had been to Nashville three times before this occasion , but going with the band made it more exciting and official. We had a heap of fun!  We made a stop in  Johnson City , TN along the way to perform at Acoustic Coffeehouse. Then we drove through the night to arrive at our stay at the Opryland Hotel and convention Center. We got to take a tour of the famous Studio B, and got to record a few tunes there. I got to play the famous Steinway piano (the same piano that was touched by Elvis , Floyd Cramer, Jerry Lee Lewis, and many other legends!). We sang at the Nashville Convention Center, had free tickets to the Grand 'ol opry, and got to sing a little accapella at the Ryman Auditorium. I'm including some pictures of that wonderful trip. I have been to Nashville by myself a few times, but this...

It's still available on Bandcamp! Go to your local coffee shop, plug in your Ipod and enjoy! Coffee Shop Country by Meade Skelton

Yes, I am kinfolk with Wayne Newton! Well, we are pretty distant cousins- something like 7th , once removed. But we have the same  lineage. We both trace back to the same Indian  tribe , and the Newton line from Virginia. Wayne is also a member of the Patawomeck Indian tribe, and Cherokee. It is through the Patawomeck Indians we're connected! Its funny, but in his earlier days, I noticed a slight resemblance. My Dad used to say "Hey, he looks a lot like you!"  Especially in his appearance  on the "Lucy Show". Although Wayne is a bit taller than I am (he stands 6'2, and I'm a mere 5'10 and 1/2) I often wondered if K.D. Lang copied his style in those early days. Wayne puts on a great Vegas show- and anyone who questions his talent is quite ignorant. Not only can he sing, he is a multi instrumentalist. Wayne was born in Roanoke, and grew up in Norfolk. Since Wayne suffered from allergies, his family moved him from the heat and humidity of Virgin...

Please help me get this song out to Peter Tork, Micky Dolenz, or Michael Nesmith to record on their next album. Anyone out there know of anyone with connections? Greatly appreciated! I have another version as well. It has that '60s feel and I just have a hunch they would like it. Please get it out to them! Thanks.

This is a song made famous by the Monkees. I found it very endearing, and it speaks of Conservative Christian values, so I include my own version here.

I'll be doing short podcasts for Meade Skelton Radio. I'll be publishing once a month. A variety of topics will be discussed. Enjoy the first Episode: Entertainment Goals !

Words by : Kim Wendell Music By: Meade Skelton Haufe

Johnny Tillotson is one of my vocal influences. I used to listen to the Oldies station as a child, and they played the 1960's music , which I loved at the time and still do. This song is Classic Country, but would have been played on most Pop stations of the time. I remember it well. I used to sing it to my horses.

From July, 2011. I was 32 years old.  

In the dawn of 2017, now in my late thirties, I have come to realize something which I might have known already: I am a failed singer. I have never had the opportunity to sing on national television (only local). I have never held a recording contract, or sung on the Grand 'ol Opry, or the famed Ryman auditorium. All of which I dreampt about since I was a teenager. And yet, I still refuse to give up. I keep plugging along. I will write, sing, and sing again until I draw my last breath on earth and return to Jesus. As conceited as it may sound, there are people of lesser talent than I who have accomplished much in life. I know that I will not give up, and never never will I quit. I don't know where this road will end, where it shall take me, or how I'll even manage. But years ago I decided I wanted to be a professional singer and perform in front of audiences far and near. Every time I get up and sing, I am living that dream. I sing in church, I sing in front of a small g...