Spy Car Posted May 30, 2009 Share Posted May 30, 2009 (edited) I'm getting near the end of finishing a beautiful spirit-filled documentary about a hard-working Christian family-man from Kentucky who had a massive stroke a year and a half ago. He had what he thought was "good" insurance. But, while keeping him "alive" the doctors released Devin (our subject) after a few weeks of therapy, to the care of his wife and children because his allowed "therapy coverage" had run out. And he was totally incapacitated. Devin was really fortunate to have a rock-solid family (his brother is Producing our film) and community, which rallied to him. Out of other options, his brother found a rehabilitation program in China. To help the family, his church and all the other churches in Central City, put-on a benefit concert to raise money for his care. You want to talk about a good Christian example? This was it! There is a beautiful sequence in the film of performers from various churches singing praise/worship songs, capped by a performance of "How Great is Our God". To see his family singing along, the community here in support, and Devin weeping in gratitude breaks ones heart. Its a beautiful sequence, and I may be forced to "cut it". So far our Producer has not been able to get past the "publishing company" that is somehow confusing our small documentary (being made on the slimmest of budgets, but great love) with a big-budget Hollywood movie. My Producer is trying hard to explain the situation, and I'm hoping against hope they see the light. I just feel if somehow we could get to Chris Tomlin, so he could see how we are using the performance (by locals) he would help us find a way. Other musicians who have seen the film have been enthusiastic to make their fees something the budget could make work. So this is a long-shot. But I know this community has roots that run deep. If anyone knows a way, or knows someone who knows someone, and can help us somehow reach Chris Tomplin, I'd consider it a great favor if you could help me. Its hard for me to imagine a use of this song that was more in the spirit of its meaning than this scene. I'm reaching out. Bill Edited May 30, 2009 by Spy Car Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted May 30, 2009 Share Posted May 30, 2009 I don't "know" Chris Tomlin, but here's a couple of places to contact him. Maybe you get around the guards with some modern tech outlets. http://www.christomlin.com/ his band's twitter His my space Good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ibbygirl Posted May 30, 2009 Share Posted May 30, 2009 Maybe through his myspace page? http://www.myspace.com/christomlin Maybe one of his friends could contact him directly on the phone if they see the message? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted May 30, 2009 Author Share Posted May 30, 2009 I'm popping in from an *undisclosed location* to bump the thread. Bill (help me) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MomLovesClassics Posted May 30, 2009 Share Posted May 30, 2009 You may get better results to notify his manager, and fax a request. Be specific about your needs, and be sure to point out how this will benefit others. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ereks mom Posted May 30, 2009 Share Posted May 30, 2009 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cin Posted May 30, 2009 Share Posted May 30, 2009 I don't know how helpful this is, but my DH made a short video of charity work for a fundraiser. he contacted the artist's label to get permission to use the song. He begged and pleaded adn got the 'rights' to use for only $25. I don't know if there was a limited number of times, or what, but he just went directly to the Label. In this case, the label apparentlly owned the rights to the song. HTH, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bkpan Posted May 30, 2009 Share Posted May 30, 2009 Bill, I may not know what I am talking about, but after the artist sells his song to a label, I thought it is no longer his property?? Dont you have to get permission from the record label, not the artist? Kim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcconnellboys Posted May 30, 2009 Share Posted May 30, 2009 I have no idea who Chris Tomlin is, but I'm guessing that Michael Johnathan might know him, or know of him. He owns Woodsong's Old Time Radio Hour, which is produced weekly out of the Kentucky Theater in downtown Lexington. You could call the theater and speak with the manager there to try to get in contact with Johnathan.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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