Fan Comments

I want you to know how much I enjoyed your performance at the BLTC annual meeting. I appreciate your dedication to great bluegrass music. I am enjoying the cd's. Keep up the good work. Blake, I enjoyed visiting with you a minute and catching up a little bit. Best wishes for the future. Glenn Mitchell

Thought I would let you all know that Blake and Kimberly Williams and Wayne Southards and Bobby Clark done a really good job performing down here for our Ben Lomand meeting on March 19th 2005. You all continue to keep up the good work. Hope to get to meet and see you all at another concert this year. Keep up the good work Love Rhonda Wanamaker from McMinnville Tennessee.

Hey Bobby, just ran across the website.Glad I found it. Now we can keep up with you and the band. Tell your mom we said hi and hope she is doing ok. Will be ordering some of your CDs. God bless you all as you travel and play that good music. Fred and Rose Buck- OK

Enjoying your work on XM radio. Need to hear more of you. Keep up the good work! Tom House, MS

My wife and I heard you guys in Springfield in November for the 1st time. Great job! We bought 3 CDs and are enjoying them. God Bless! Brian Steffen, IL

Absolutely smooth downhome bluegrass. I LOVE IT! Being a musician myself for 30 some odd years I'd like to say GOOD LUCK with your future.. Keep on Pickin. Terry Brown, GA

We heard you play at Springfield Il. and at Turkeytrack this fall. What a wonderful Bluegrass group. We purchased your 3 CD's and listen to them continuously. They are some of the best CD's we have. Kimberly has such a beautiful voice. Thank's for your music. Clancy & Linda Wymore, KS

We are huge country fans. We started the first country radio program here and would like to have autographed pictures and music from you. Please write back. Marvin and Mauricio Rojas, Costa Rica

Dear Kimberly, Blake, Bobby and Wayne

"Thank you" just doesn't seem like enough to say for the outstanding concert you presented here in Jonesboro last night. The audience response was overwhelmingly positive. In fact, I didn't hear a single criticism from anyone the entire night, and, believe me, our audience lets me know if there's anything, no matter how small, they don't like! I appreciate too your willingness to wait for an hour to do two minutes of live TV here in Jonesboro, and I appreciate you putting up with me for such a long period of time through the day. You guys are true professionals in everything you do, and you have raised the standard for the bands that perform in our concert series in the future.

I listened to the recording this morning, and I've begun editing it. The recording sounds good...I hope to have a copy of the recording to you in the mail by the end of the week.

Thanks again for the wonderful show. If there's ever anything I can do to assist you in any way, please don't hesitate to contact me. And, if you're ever going to be back in the area again, please let me know. You're welcome back here to perform anytime!

Marty

Marty Scarbrough
KASU-FM Program Director
P.O. Box 2160
State University, AR 72467

Review of the Franklin Kentucky Music Festival – (Day One of Year One). As posted on the Rhonda Vincent Website Message Board September 11, 2004 What a great day and night! The very first day, of the first year event at Franklin, Kentucky was truly fantastic. A really big hat’s off, and congratulations to Kimberly, Blake, Bobby, and Wayne, of the “Williams & Clark Expedition” for doing such a wonderful job of producing and hosting this show for the City of Franklin. Yesterday’s artists consisted of Trayler Parker & the Propane Tanks, The Tennessee Mafia Jug Band, New Road, The Williams & Clark Expedition, Marty Raybon, and Rhonda Vincent & The Rage. The event was held in a beautiful park, under the biggest tent I have ever seen. The sound was good, and the daytime weather was ideal. There were several Ragers attending, as well as several members of our own Jackson Purchase Friends of Bluegrass, since this event is held only about 2 ½ hours from our home. The festival kicked off at noon, and the talent parade was very good. All through the afternoon, a very large and enthusiastic crowd enjoyed every band in turn, building up to the first performance by RV&R at 4:40 PM. This set was excellent as always, and included a special “Happy Birthday” song for our own Evan Ray Spencer, who by his own confession can never again truthfully claim to be thirty-nine and holding! Rhonda called Evan up to the edge of the stage as she, the band, and a large portion of the audience sang the happy birthday song. I admit I felt a bitter-sweet tinge in my heart at the time – bitter because our friend Gary Kennedy couldn’t be there to share this moment, and sweet because 40 is still so very young! Congratulations Evan, I know you had a very happy birthday. The band was very well received, and of course called back for an encore. The pleasing reception continued at the Martha White boutique, as the evening meal break gave way to a setting sun, falling temperatures, and t By the time RV&R came on for their second set, at around 10:40 PM, the audience had decreased by around 10%, and so had their enthusiasm. The band again did a great set, but we were sitting there in 58-degree weather, wishing for blankets and hot coffee. Rhonda helped us all get through this less than enthusiastic period by doing some of the tunes from the upcoming CD/DVD project, and then having Kimberly Williams and the Grammy Boy, Carl Jackson, join her on stage for a song from the Louvin Brother’s tribute project. It was fantastic! Carl stayed for another Bluegrass tune, and our buzz continued. After the set was finished, the group encored with “Rise and Follow Me”. What a fitting close to an already great day of music in Franklin, Kentucky. I did give some thought to staying over for Saturday’s show, but decided that the headline act for Saturday couldn’t possibly be any better than the band I went to see, so I headed home around 1:30 AM. That Saturday headliner is a fellow named Vince Gill - Tony Williams, KY

I don't know if I have ever been so comfortable at a festival and so entertained! Every detail was well-planned from the easy-to-spot signage pointing the way at every turn to the volunteers who 'chauffered' us from the parking area to the event area. I enjoyed the show from the largest tent I've ever imagined. The weather was very nice and I trust that even if it had rained, the tents would have provided shelter for everyone! Every volunteer was easily recognizable and helpful and friendly. I had the best time and the most fun. I can hardly wait until next year. I cannot imagine the hours of hard work that were spent on planning this event and I want to say congratulations and Thank you so much !

Thanks for the very entertaining show at the Mitchell Opera House, and I hope to see you there again in the future. Blake, keep those funny stories coming. You're a natural comedian! Joyce Shepherd, IN

I just got home from your concert at Mitchell, Indiana. You guys were awesome! I don't know when I've ever enjoyed a concert more! Very relaxed atmosphere but with killer chops! Thanks, Marty East, IN

I heard this unbelievable music this afternoon on our country radio station here in Houston. I sat up and definitely took notice ~ I'm not certain what the song was, but the overall sound was just somethin' special! I made sure to hear who it was and not only heard the disc jockey say your group name, but also your website. I'm already hooked and don't even have any of your CD's. You can tell right away when a group has that certain, special thing and ya'll definitely do. I can't wait to order a CD and start listening and enjoying it. I'm a fan already! I noticed ya'll were going to be performing here at the Steak & Ale bluegrass night. Great! I'm definitely planning to be there. Lisa Renee, Texas

Just attended your show at Steak & Ale, Houston. It was great-one of the best shows I have seen in years and I'm thinking I will saddle up and head to KY for your festival, via the Station Inn of course. Larry Jones, TX

Immensely enjoyed your performances at the Southwest Bluegrass Show in Grapevine Feb 28th! Also enjoying your four pack of CDs - great music! Please come back to Texas! Duke Peterson, TX

I listen to Bluegrass Country.org at the office and just heard Mike Kear in Australia play "A Better Day". It reminded my to surf on over and tell you how much I enjoyed your show in Grapevine, TX. Well done. I look forward to seeing y'all in Glen Rose and back at the OIBF later this year. Pappy White, TX

I just heard the title cut Born To Roam on a local radio station, sounding great. Looking forward to seeing you guys again. Randy Blevins, TN

Blake, Kimberly, Bobby, and Wayne, I very much enjoyed your gig at The Station Inn last Saturday night. You are all incredibly talented musicians... I hope to see you soon, in Shepardsville. Take care, and God Bless you all! Christina McCarl, KY

I am so excited that ya'll are coming to Houston at the end of this month! I am going to try and get my single's group to come with me to see ya'll play. I can't wait to see you!!!! Kimberly Robinson, TX

See You in Grapevine, TX. I was sitting on the front row the day Bobby won the Mandolin Championship at Quiet Valley Ranch in Kerrville, TX. Anxious to hear him pick again. Ollie Fuller, TX

Hope to see you folks in our area in the near future or in a nearby state to take in your show. Great website! Question for Blake. Is there tab available for Stone Coal from Southern Flavor? Mike J. Cahill, Manitoba, Canada

It was nice meeting you at the Christmas concert in Bowling Green. I enjoyed checking out your web site and listening to your music. Thank you for sharing God's gift. Frank Hayes, KY

Came to check out your site from a link on Justin Clark's website. A big thumbs up to y'all! Rebecca Corwin, MI

Hi, I haven't gotten to hear y'all, but I hope to soon. I'm a good friend of Justin Clark and he told me y'all were coming to Houston so I will be sure to check y'all out in February. Kari Lynn Fisk, TX

You folks are great! I have enjoyed the latest CD very much. Doesn't that Bobby Clark look alot like Charlie Clark? Love to all from OKIE CITY! Stephanie Clark-Howell, OK

Hi there-I found out about your site from one of my *bestest friends* Justin Clark he's not only an awesome friend, but a great musician in Mark Wills band. Briana, CA

Sure enjoyed seeing you come back to Guthrie for Byron's Festival. Thanks to all for signing my shirt. Doug Dye, OK

Enjoyed your program at Turkey Track. Wonderful to hear Kimberly sing again. Really enjoying the CDs. Thanks very much. Looking forward to seeing you at Georgetown, TX. Norman & Georgia Chambliss, Dale, TX

My Mom and Dad and I saw you at the Grand Ole Opry Saturday, August 16. It was very hot outside, but you didn't let that bother you. We were amazed! You have a wonderful sound and we really enjoyed listening! Robyn Owens, Bernard & Darlene Huff, IN

I just wanted you to know how much we enjoyed Williams & Clark Expedition. If you enjoyed performing for us half as much as we enjoyed the performance, you went away with some good memories. I purchased the 4 CD set and have been listening to them since last Saturday's concert. It was one of the best purchases I ever made. The only thing wrong was that there were only 10 songs on your New Ground CD. There should have been 30 or 40 songs on that sucker and on all the other albums also. I could go on but I am beginning to sound like a breathless teenager about to pass out from hyperventilation. Please tell all the members of the group, "Thank for a wonderful evening of entertainment."

Once again, thank for such a great performance. I hope you win the IBMA award, you deserve it. Your group is destined to be one of the movers and shakers of the bluegrass community.

I'm really enjoying your cd's and am so looking forward to seeing you play again. Your website is excellent! I wish you all the best! Daryl Blunier, IL

Caught the show in Lumberton last night (7/26) and was blown away by both you and the Wells Family. As far as you are concerned, usually a group is known as either excellent musicians or great singers. You are indeed the total package! I will be ordering CD's. Mac McCaskill, NC

Really enjoyed your show in Lumberton, NC on 7/26/03. We hope to have you back again soon. Roger Sessoms,1st. VP Lumber River Regional Bluegrass Assoc.

We heard you at Lumberton, NC. and really enjoyed the show. Hope to see you again soon. Pete and Susan Williams, NC

Hi y'all: We caught your act at Dollywood and loved it. Good luck, keep us informed of your career, especially if you should be in California soon. Paul Frazee, CA

I have enjoyed your music, energy, and style ever since you performed at our family reunion in April 2003. Your sound is truly heartwarming, fun, and family friendly. Your talent is second only to my three year old that enjoyed sharing your stage performing his version of "Itsy Bitsy Spider". God Bless-Jenny Page, VA

Blake and group...I am really enjoying your music. Glad to see you are playing the banjo (commercially) again and I especially enjoy Kimberly's vocals. The instrumentals (Wayne and Bobby) and vocals are all top notch. The live session in Knoxville broadcast on WDVX was outstanding! I look forward to getting to see the group in person.-Bill Brown, KY

Hey Bobby and band! Heard you on the radio the other day. Great sound! Best of luck on your tour this summer!-Debbie Hoza, BC, Canada

Hello again from Jefferson City, Missouri. Was just coming back to your site to see you all once again and see what you have been up to.. Wanted to let you know that "Born to Roam" is a HIT in my book. I sit and play my Mandolin and new Martin HD-28 along with most of the songs. Hope to get a chance to see you all perform very soon. Thanks for keeping bluegrass alive! Ed Hutson, MO

Kimberly, thank you so much for the CD. Matthew and I both enjoyed it greatly. You all have such talent! Your group can't help but go far. Love to you all!-Jill Gillian, TN

Saw you recently at Dollywood and really enjoyed your performance. Bought all 4 of your CD's and have played them non-stop since I have been back home. Sue McCartha, FL

We sure enjoyed seeing and hearing your group at McAlester. Top-notch musicianship all the way; great solo and harmony vocals. Keep it up. Ted Hudson, OK

It was good seeing you last week in McAlister. Band really does sound good. We're looking forward to seeing you Guthrie in Oct. Bob Hammer, OK

I recently saw y'all at Dollywood. A great discovery. Best show in the park. I have really enjoyed the 4 CD's I purchased. Y'all have a super sound. Kimberly's voice is so smooth and such a pleasure to listen to. Let me know if I can do anything to promote the band in SE Alabama. God bless, Monte Baugh, AL

Just heard you for the first time on the Friday Night Opry. I was so impressed. You folks are great, you have a wonderful sound and are so "down to earth". Keep up the good work, and I wanna hear much more from you in the days ahead.-Harriet Smith, FL

Hi, I am Bob Hammer's younger and better-looking little brother. Bob has talked you guys up so long, I'm looking forward to seeing your show in the near future. The new album's cuts sound awesome. Please put me on your mailing list. Ken Hammer, OK

See y'all at Bean Blossom. You did an outstanding job at Rosine.-Sam Jackson, TN

My wife, Bobbi and myself have listened to the CDs twice and they are Great! The first time I thought New Ground was the best and my wife thought Born to Roam was better. The second time we called them a draw. The instrumentals were also outstanding, but we didn't try to rate them.
We liked the mix of the different music and believe this feature will keep the CDs "new" for a long time.
Our primary home is in Minnesota, but we have a Villa as well as some rental cabins in the Hidden Mountain Resorts in Sevierville. This brings us to Tennessee every couple months and we just love Country and Gospel music. This evening we were listening to "Fly Away Home" as we sat on our balcony looking at the Smoky Mountains. The feeling was awesome-as if we were more a part of the mountains.-Jim Craig, MN

Bobby, it was a pleasure meeting you and hearing you play. The CDs are great! Come to Knoxville! -Jeff Sanders, TN

Hi Kimberly .Thanks for the email schedule...checked it out and saw there were no Georgia appearances on it.....so sorry... I would like to know if you ever come down this way....We saw you at Dollywood and really enjoyed the show...take care and May God Bless.-Lanny Brooks, GA

Thank you for the newsletter and most of all your wonderful performances at Dollywood! I hesitated to make your day a little longer by sending you a reply, but my wife and myself were SO excited by your Dollywood shows! We attended your last two shows and bought the 4 CDs which we will enjoy. We look forward to receiving future newsletters ( and I won't send you a reply unless there is something special like our enjoyment yesterday).
Best wishes and keep up the Good Work! You are Great! -Jim Craig, Minneapolis, MN

Like your music. Saw you at Dollywood. Thank you for the email.-Maxie Hatcher, TN