Carlisle singer to mark album release with party

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By Eric Robinette, Staff Writer Updated 9:07 AM Friday, November 27, 2009

Christian singer Rich Adkins of Carlisle is throwing a party to mark the release of his third album.

The party is 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 4, at the Church of God in Jesus at 5604 West Alexandria Road in Madison Twp. Adkins will present a concert and then sign copies of his CD afterward.

The CD is called “Simply Rich,” and was recorded in Nashville and released through the Morning Star Signatures Series label. While Adkins’ other CDs have been in the vein of Southern Gospel music, this new disc is more contemporary sounding, he said.

“Traveling around and singing, I found a lot of churches have been pulling for a more inspirational sound,” he said, explaining the change.

What hasn’t changed, however, is Adkins’ message of inspiration. Adkins has been through a number of health struggles, so he knows how some people need it.

Adkins has familial polyposis, a genetic disorder that attacks the digestive tract. It contributed to the death of his father, Ray, at age 32, of colon cancer. Rich Adkins had most of his digestive system removed.

“I write songs of inspiration to help others. We quickly find out we’re not alone,” he said.

Evidence of that comes from various testimonials people have sent Adkins after hearing his music. One woman from Celina, Ohio, was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, but she told him “I got up because you have inspired me to continue to move and exercise.”

Also in Celina at a recent concert, a young boy nervously came up to Adkins and asked him to autograph his favorite book.

“I asked why he was so nervous as he stood alongside his Sunday School teacher ... he said, ‘because you are the first famous person I have met!’”

Although Adkins demurred, saying he wasn’t really that famous, he’s glad to be able to help others through his music.

“Let circumstances make you stronger and make you a bolder person,” he said.

Contact this reporter at (513) 705-2836 or erobinette@coxohio.com.

How to go

What: Rich Adkins CD release party

When: 7:30 p.m. Dec. 4

Where: Church of God in Jesus, 5604 W. Alexandria Road

Cost: Free

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i went to school with this guy! he used to sing a lot at Verity and Monroe... he really has a cool voice... it's unique... he wrote and sang a song at our graduation! i'll never forget that... man! i can't believe it! can't wait to go and see him at his concert!

hornet fan92
12:50 PM, 11/28/2009

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this young man's testimony mixed in with his very powerful songs and voice IS AMAZING! his music is always playing in my car! love it! can't wait for the concert!

JP
9:35 AM, 11/28/2009

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I am very thankful and blessed to be the mother of this young man. He has a powerful message to get out in song for the many trials and temptations we go through to encourage and uplift, directly from God Himself for such a time as this. Thanks for lifting up the name of the Lord in song. Love, Jesus and Mom

Adkins
9:30 AM, 11/28/2009

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wow! i have been waiting for this new cd way too long! this guy is a great minister of music... he original lyrics are inspirational and uplifting... his last cd release was packed out... i will be sure to get a seat early... man! how exciting!

aaron
9:27 AM, 11/28/2009

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Rich is a wonderful man!! He is truly blessed!! JJ and I will be there for sure!!!

sarah
10:58 AM, 11/27/2009

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