So I’m married to a very kind, patient, and tenderhearted woman. Abby doesn’t have the heart to watch any of God’s poor little creatures suffer, (also known as a hippie.) Well, just the other morning, while we were flying home from Phoenix, she calls me to let me know that a baby bird had been pushed out of the nest. So instead of leaving this poor little bird at the mercy of Suki, our cat, Abby decided we needed to become Barn Swallow rescue center. So now I get to feed a baby bird ground up dog food about 6 times a day….booooo.
So now I’d like to introduce you all to Housey. That’s the name Ben gave the bird when Abby asked what we should name it, whilst he peered out the car window and looked at a neighborhood….heeeeeeere’s Housey!!!
Well it’s getting closer and closer to the release of my solo record “Hymned Again.” So I thought I would answer a few questions I have been asked throughout the making of this record.
1. Why a solo record? Why is it not a MercyMe record?
When you hear it, hopefully it will be clear why it is not MercyMe. I grew up listening to everything from Louis Prima to Willie Nelson, and it certainly shows on this project. Plus MercyMe demands too much in the studio like fruit only cut up in 2 inch triangles, Enya music always playing between takes and, whenever you address them, it has to start with “Your awesomness…” typical band stuff.
2. Why “Hymned Again?”
Because “Hymned-da-dee-doo-da” sounded funny.
3. What is your favorite moment on the record?
I would have to say the duet with Vince Gill on “Jesus Cares For Me.” Apparently he is trying to make it in the music biz, and was looking for a big break. I’ve got your back Vinnie. Keep your chin up! You sir are going places!
4. Is it true that my life will instantly have joy and meaning as soon as I purchase “Hymned Again?”
Well I can’t say 100% yes, but 4 out of 5 doctors have agreed that “Hymned Again” combined with flossing does make a substantial difference in one’s purpose for living.
5. Are the guys in the band cool with you using MercyMe’s blog to push your solo album?
Nope. In fact, I have been on the run for the past month tapping into the blog any chance I can get, for just a few seconds at a time, so that I cannot be traced. My goal is a “Hymned Again” blog takeover the week of the release…and then…take over THE WORLD!!!!!
6. What can we do to help in your world domination?
Assuming that asking everyone to wear a shirt that says “Bart is the King of Awesometown”, and from now on, greet each other by humming the first few bars of “I Can Only Imagine” is too much, I guess just buy “Hymned Again” the day it releases which is August 19th. Also contact your local Christian radio station and request the first single off “Hymned Again” titled “I Stand Amazed.”
So there you have it. Inquiring minds want to know! Please be sure to check out the brand new BartMillard.org to pre-order an autographed copy of “Hymned Again” today.
One of our favorite artists to hang out with, play with, listen to…..Phil Wickham!!! We were lucky enough to get to do a show with him tonight in Pheonix. If you don’t already have it, go buy his album!!!
