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December 14, 2009 Anna Allegretto Wilmington, NC I have enjoyed your music for a couple of years now. Just ordered three dvds as Christmas gifts so that our extended family can enjoy as well. Thank you for sharing God's gift with us.

December 10, 2009 Dennis Jones Gibsonville, NC Just wanted to say Hello! My congratulations to Billy on winning what I already knew as the best banjo picker in the state. I am very proud of you and all of you and thank God for your service to Him spreading the gospel through music and personal testimonies love you in Christ Dennis FBC Whitsett see you soon!

December 1, 2009 Magdalena Yec-ew Baguio City, Philippines I'm glad that i watch your live concert through Brother Ronnie Millevo.

November 26, 2009 David Simmons Westfield, IL Love you all for your stand for Jesus Christ.

November 17, 2009 Kavitha Subramaniam Raleigh, North Carolina Hello everybody, How are you? I would like to tell you all that all of you are getting gifts because the newly born Sophia Bella Cockman has come to this wonderful family. I did not want to leave some people out, so not only the baby gets a gift, but all the children, their parents and Ben and Melissa and of course John Sr. and Jane Cockman get one too! She is one precious, darling and adorable baby and she deserves to stand with The Cockman Family! I hope you all are doing well! Happy Birthday Joseph! God Bless all of you! Love, Kavitha

November 16, 2009 Gail & Jim Costner Chester, Virginia Hi, You all are truly and inspiration and your lives a real testimony for the Lord Jesus Christ. Caroline, I've known you through the (Haney's), from way back when, but you probably don't remember me! Look me up on Facebook. God Bless You All! Keep up the beautiful singing, you bless many hearts!!! Gail and Jim Costner

November 15, 2009 Amy Doty Savannah, Georgia I first heard you when your Uncle Gerald and Aunt Elinor (my sister) took me to your house when you were kids. Wow! You've come a long way. I listen to your CD's often. Will you be anywhere near here any time soon?

November 9, 2009 John and Rose McCafferty Blaine, WA God Bless you all for coming to Abbotsford, BC for our Bibleway Christian Academy fundraising event! We so enjoyed all of your talent!

November 3, 2009 Sherry Pugh Hildebran, NC Love you guys! Hey Jamie! Hope you're doing well!

October 30, 2009 Joel Brown Johnson City, TN Hello, guys! Long time not talk to. God bless you all. Congrats to Br. David and Sis. Jessie and to Br. Billy.

October 19, 2009 Gerald Hall Catawba, N.C. Go Cockman Family We Love You

October 18, 2009 Sharon Blalock Denver, Lincoln You are all awesome. Caroline, I love your voice. I love your harmonies. May you continue to do God's work with your talents. Your music has touched so many people. God Bless You!!!!

October 15, 2009 Kavitha Subramaniam Raleigh, North Carolina CONGRATULATIONS TO DAVID, JESSIE, JOSEPH AND NOAH! WELCOME HOME SOPHIA! WHAT A CUTE BABY! GOD BLESS YOU ALL! LOVE, KAVITHA, KIRAN, USHA, SUJATHA, DEEPAK AND RAVI- THE SUBRAMANIAM FAMILY

October 10, 2009 Michael Harcar Cornelius, NC Great job on the championship Billy!!! Hope you and your family are doing well! Michael, Jessica, and Elizabeth Harcar

October 9, 2009 Junior K. E. Paris, France www.egliserocseculaire.org I received one of your cd's "The Promise" in my mailbox from bro. Ken Capps and let me tell you that I JUST LOVE IT... May God richly bless this wonderful family that you are ! Brotherly yours, Junior K.

October 5, 2009 The Edwards Family Salisbury, NC www.edwardsfamilyband.com We saw the infamous "Billy Cockman" on WBTV 3 News this evening! What a great news segment! Congratulations, Billy! Best banjo player in the state! Yes!!!

September 23, 2009 Lucky & Billie Hiers Redington Shores, FL We heard one of your CDs at the Redwine home in Georgia. LOVED IT!. Mrs. Redwine gave me info to reach you; hope to hear more of your music! God's blessing your music (and you, no doubt).

September 21, 2009 Kathey Henderson Iron Station, North Carolina You all have been such a blessing to me over the years. We really got to know you all when Caroline was my daughters (Brittany Ballard) teacher at New Life Baptist Academy several years ago. We loved you then and still do. Keep doing what you are doing.

September 13, 2009 Barry Dollar Todd, NC We enjoyed your new CD.

September 17, 2009 samson lagos, nigeria please send me news updates

September 16, 2009 Adeyeye Femsom Osogbo, Nigeria This website is so lovely.In fact i have been looking for a website that is kind of program is been run.To God be the Glory i have find one.I came across this website through Sis Chasity Rose Bowman.On Facebook through joining the members of Message Believers.Because i am also a message believer.God bless you.

September 10, 2009 Randy McConnell Hillsborough, NC Were you lead guitar in the Abstracts? ~ 1965. Played for Bandys HS PROM? Editor's Note: Yes, that was John Sr. He says you were the bass player. Get in touch!

September 6, 2009 Bob Lowder Cramerton, NC Saw you at Smokey Mtn Folk Festival. Enjoyed your performance. Will watch for you again.

September 6, 2009 Sanford Shahan Clyde, NC Enjoyed sitting in on one tune at your jam sessions at Lake junaluska on Saturday evening, Sept. 6. I was the guy with the washboard. Ben sat in with our jam group under the big tent. Everyone enjoyed him. Have enjoyed you guys each year at the Folk Festival at Lake Junaluska. I play gutbucket bass in our jam groups. The two girls sat in with us on Friday night....they were a super big hit.

August 22, 2009 Megan Los Angeles, California I just saw your group perform at Balls Creek Camp Meeting and you truly made my heart sing! I cannot tell you how nice it is to hear good wholesome music like that. I am here on vacation with my family and feel so blessed to have seen you perform.

August 19, 2009 Jeff Kalsow Mazomanie, Wisconsin I heard your song "The Answer Is Jesus" online at WPAQ. Incredible harmonies and great, heartfelt depth to the lyrics. God has blessed you all with amazing talent and in turn you have blessed me with your music. Thank you.

August 17, 2009 Beth Abernethy Lincolnton, NC We really enjoyed your concert last night at Hope Baptist. I've been listening to music on your website this evening. You are all blessed with so much talent. God bless you as you continue to spread God's word. Beth Abernethy

August 16, 2009 Merlileen Johnson Denver, NC The song is "Keep on the Firing Line". We really enjoyed the concert tonight at Hope Baptist and are looking forward to seeing you at the camp meeting on Sat.night. Mrs. McDuffie is coming with us!! May God bless your entire family this week. Merlileen Johnson

August 10, 2009 David V. Roy Russell Springs, KY www.stringsandthingsmusic.piczo.com Thank you for the wonderful music. You visited my little shop while you were visiting Russell Springs, and gave me one of your CD's when you left. I put it in immediatley and WOW---what a sweet natural sound you guys have. Such a good message in your music, God is Love. David V. Roygs

August 8, 2009 Lizelle Visagie Witbank, Mpumalanga, South Africa Thank you for your inspirational songs as it is the only music we listen to. We enjoy the lyrics of Malachi 4 because that is the True Message!Looking forward to hear new songs! God Bless

August 6, 2009 Beverly and Zeb Palmer Hendersonville, North Carolina We were so very glad to see you all perform at the Mountain Dance and Folk Festival last Sat. night. You all were absolutely wonderful, as always. We want to extend our deepest sympathy to all of your family on the passing of your grandmother. God Bless all of you. Sending lots of soft hugs. . .

August 6, 2009 Ron Frankl Hendersonville, NC I was very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with your family at this difficult time.

August 6, 2009 Kavitha Subramaniam Raleigh, North Carolina Dear Cockman Family, I am so sorry for the loss in your family. Your grandmother/great-grandmother/mother/mother-in-law lived to the old age... now she will be with lord and will be in a better place which will be heaven. I am sure her body and soul are at ease now! I know you all think the world of her and I know she was good spirited and was a wonderful grandmother/great-grandmother/mother/mother-in-law. Everything will be better soon! I am always there for you! God Bless you! Love, Kavitha

July 30, 2009 Cindy Baur Beech Mountain, NC We always enjoy coming up to Beech and hearing your family play. We love to see the special part your littlest ones play in the concerts! You must be very proud of your wonderful family. Thanks for all your great uplifting music!

July 27, 2009 The Edwards Family Salisbury, NC www.edwardsfamilyband.com Hey Cockman Family! Thank you so much for the most beautiful concert yesterday at the Salisbury Church of God! What a special day it was! We were thrilled beyond measure when "Just Once More" was sung. We all wanted to hear it - a family favorite :) - and it couldn't have been sung more beautifully! Thank you, John! We love you all!

July 27, 2009 Judy Lyles Kannapolis, NC I just wanted to tell you I really enjoyed hearing each of you sing at Second Street Church of God in Salisbury, NC this morning. Thank you for a wonderful inspirational program. God Bless!!

July 23, 2009 allison port of spain, trinidad

July 16, 2009 Ted Orren Statesville, NC John , Have you got your new dog ? what did you name Her ?

July 14, 2009 Mike Marsh Douglasville, GA Ran across your site reading Southern Gospel News. Want to learn more about you and see if your performance schedule brings you close to a place my wife & I can attend. Love bluegrass & Gospel music.

July 10, 2009 Gillian Claimont SW, Florida We enjoy your music so much (at Fred's) when we visit Beech.

July 10, 2009 Kavitha Subramaniam Ti Nagar, Madras, India Hi there, how are you? I am now in Madras a state in India. I will return to Raleigh, North Carolina by the last sunday in this month. I cannot wait to go shopping and attend my cousin's wedding. Then I will be going sightseeing and to temples! I hope Ben is doing well and his eye is better! God Bless you all! Kavitha.

July 9, 2009 kenny cockman kernersville, north carolina i know we must be related in some kind of way...i'm 45 ..my grandfather was..joe branson cockman..he lived in greensboro.

July 6, 2009 Kathy Benoist Hamlet, North Carolina Great pictures and music.

July 6, 2009 Floreena Forbes Bendigo, Victoria floreena.com Hi to the family. I Enjoy your web site 7 News. Floreena

July 4, 2009 Kavitha Subramaniam Raleigh, North Carolina HAPPY 4TH OF JULY EVERYBODY! I HOPE YOU ALL ARE DOING WELL! ON WEDNESDAY I LEAVE FOR INDIA! HAVE A GOOD DAY! GOD BLESS YOU! LOVE, KAVITHA

July 1, 2009 Jackie Lemke Charlotte, NC We went to your concert in Newton, NC last Saturday. Really, really, really enjoyed the whole thing, but enjoyed the Butterpats the best. Reminded me of Patsy Montana.

June 30, 2009 Candy and Doug Drake Hickory, NC Thank-you for singing Sweet Jesus, which is my favorite. We also love David's Who, What, When song. John Jr. has a winner with his potter song. Your harmony at the concert was awesome. Ben is such a musician. We loved the N-C concert.

June 27, 2009 Lloyd J. Moon Charlotte, NC I'm no longer with AOL and lost contact during the switch but would like to receive the Cockman Family Newletter...have a great day!!! ~L.

June 26, 2009 TimCross Sherrills Ford, NC Hi, guys, looking forward to the concert tomorrow night! I have a problem with your new CD, when I lend it out, I can't seem to get it back!! Keep up the great work.

June 25, 2009 Tina Maiden, North Carolina My husband, Bob, and I love the Cockman Family and we attend every concert that we can. Bob attended Maiden High School and John Cockman was his favorite teacher and mentor. We feel like we have watched the Cockman family children grow up on stage and now we get to see the grandchildren in the same way. They are all very talented and above all, very good, caring people. I found this website after a did a search on Facebook for "Cockman Family." Someone has created a fan page on Facebook for the band as well. The page is very new at this time.

June 22, 2009 Kavitha Subramaniam Raleigh, NC Hello, How are you? I hope all of you are doing well. John Jr., John Sr., Kelly, David, Billy- Happy Father's Day! Ben- how is your eye? I hope you are doing well. All of you- I hope you all are doing well! Have a good summer break! David and Jessie- Congratulations

May 25, 2009 Victoria Eves Mooresville, NC Thank you so much! Sunday - on stage in the rain - was wonderful! Do you know some links where we can we find out more about Taylor Dunn and his music? Google isn't yielding much.

May 25, 2009 Victoria Eves Mooresville, NC Loved your performance Sunday at Fiddlers' Grove! The rain just brought everyone closer

May 24, 2009 Joe Jaros Yadkinville, NC Thank You for a wonderful, inspirational program at Fiddler's Grove on Sunday morning in the rain. I loved it because we got to sit on the stage and for the first time ever I got my wife to come along and she thoroughly enjoyed it.

May 21, 2009 Dorothy Fender Wilmington, NC Hi Folks, just wanted to let you know that I just watched the PBS Fiddlers Grove special and got you recorded. I'm Jennifer's great Aunt and the Butterpats' great, great Aunt. Keep up the great music! Love to all, Dorothy

May 21, 2009 Debbie Stone Shelby , North Carolina Hi...I've enjoyed you for years! The first time I met you was probably 16-18 years ago at a small church (St. Paul Baptist) near Casar in Cleveland County. I've also talked to you at Grandfather's Mountain and catch you on television any chance I have. I was tickled to see the talent shining from the NEXT generation now. You bless my heart and I treasure the recordings I have of your family's talents. God Bless you all. Debbie Stone

May 21, 2009 Debbie Stone Shelby , North Carolina Hi...I've enjoyed you for years! The first time I met you was probably 16-18 years ago at a small church (St. Paul Baptist) near Casar in Cleveland County. I've also talked to you at Grandfather's Mountain and catch you on television any chance I have. I was tickled to see the talent shining from the NEXT generation now. You bless my heart and I treasure the recordings I have of your family's talents. God Bless you all. Debbie Stone

May 20, 2009 Ron Frankl Hendersonville, NC 20 years! Wow, congratulations. Can't wait to hear both the new CD and the compilation. I hope to catch at least one of your performances this summer. Thanks for all the great music.

May 20, 2009 Matthew Brotherton Catawba, N.C. Hey! I'm Matt. I'm nine years old. I am a huge fan of you and the butterpats. Will you be coming to the balls creek campground this year. Rock on! Matthew

May 6, 2009 Kavitha Subramaniam Raleigh, NC HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY TO JENNIFER, CAROLINE, AND ALL WOMEN IN THIS FAMILY! HOPE YOU HAVE A GOOD ONE! John, I hope you are doing well too! Please say hi to everybody! God Bless you! Love, Kavitha

May 6, 2009 Adam Padgett Somerset, KY Hey guys, i heard your song "He is Jesus" on King of Kings radio. Just wanted to say its a beautiful song. When I hear it I can see his face in eternity. Oh what a day when we can all sing it to his face! If you guys ever come to Ky, let me know would love to get you guys to sing at my church if poss. Thank you for you obedience. may god richly bless you all!

May 6, 2009 Christine Denise Simmons Lincolnton, United States Hi this is Sister Christine, I like your page

April 19, 2009 Dennis J. Brown Kannapolis , N.C. Hello,I heard yall play and sing at my church Bethpage United Methodist church,I really enjoyed yall,I like the old timy gospel songs,Was wondering if yall ever sang a old one called, Lifes evening sun, It is a great old gospel song and i bet yall could really do it well,So just wanted to say thank you, from all of us here at bethpage,I pray Gods blessing on all of you and your travels, may your cup runnth over,,God Bless,,Dennis Hey Dennis, It's called "A Beautiful Life." It's on our 20th Anniversary CD! ~ editor

April 19, 2009 esther kannoplis, nc hello I am looking for a church that sings old time gospel I have given up on churchs because I can not find a church any more that does sing the old time gospel hope you sing it thank you.

April 6, 2009 Kavitha Subramaniam Raleigh, North Carolina Hello, How are you? I hope all of you are doing well! I am just hanging in there, but I cannot forget about my aunt. She is always in my heart like all the rest of my friends and relatives. She was in a class by herself forever! She is funny and she loved cooking with me. My mother is still upset that she died in front of her! Happy Birthday Noah and Samuel! Hope you two enjoyed your birthdays! God Bless you all! Love, Kavitha

March 29, 2009 John Sentell & The Bluegrass Gospel Hour Belpre, Ohio www.smokingbluegrass.com I have just become the number one fan of the Cockman Family. What an amazing family and bluegrass band. Awesome job! I am honored to call you my friend.

March 29, 2009 Wayne Brand Mooresville, North Carolina Your program tonight was great tha you for keeping it real with all the great instruments...

March 29, 2009 ioan dascal, ROMANIA -UE Iread about you on eaglecryradio I am a br.Branham message believer since 1984 May God bless you and your songs,for the changing of hearts and follow our Lord Jesus Christ

March 27, 2009 Chuck Martel Dunnellon, Fl First listened to the Cockman Family perform at the Orchard at Altapass on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Wow what a group !!!!

March 23, 2009 Brandon Fenoglio Dillard, Georgia I wish ,if possible, that Mr David could put some lessons on you tube so that I could learn his stuff.It's amazing what you can do on the bass. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HjpbwxN0HSw

March 20, 2009 T Jean Kalenga Johannesburg, South Africa louie & rebecca haynes birmingham, alabama Always enjoy the concert at Briarwood Presbyterian in Birmingham. Your family music blesses me as I travel. I drive a big rig for Wal-Mart and have your Cds. Thank you for your testimony for our Saviour Jesus Christ. Love you all.

March 20, 2009 Kavitha Subramaniam Raleigh, NC Happy Birthday Samuel! God Bless you and your family! Love, Kavitha

March 7, 2009 T Jean Kalenga Johannesburg, South Africa Greatings to you blessed Singers, i first came in contact with your music some 10 years ago when I received a gift of the cd "I will trust in You". i just fell in love. Last year the same friend posted me "The Promise", my what a blessing are these songs to my soul. Every track is unique and special. I am not knowledgeable in music to talk about lyrics, arragements, melody... but one thing I know; it does a lot of good to my soul. And I have shared this songs with other believers. Bless you. Pilgrim jean

March 7, 2009 Kevin Klump Toccoa , Georgia www.myfavoritestation.net The last time I saw you in concert was 1998 in Lancaster SC at a blue grass festival. I am glad to see you are still together and putting out CD's...I am now working for a Christian radio station in Georgia doing a traditional gospel audio stream. Thanks again for your ministry

March 5, 2009 eric columbia, kentucky hey ben, mark really likes his new mandolin see you next time your in. God bless you all

February 13, 2009 shauntila columbia, kentucky wanted to say hi to melissa

February 13, 2009 Donald Watt Jr. Durham, North Carolina Hello Cockman family, I saw your Christmas program on PBS UNC-tv over the Christmas Holidays and enjoyed your music so much, It is good to see a family that prays together stays together, Keep up the good work for our Lord Jesus Christ, God Bless Don, Durham N.C.

February 01, 2009 Michelle Bonaire, Georgia I have been listening to your music for 10 years ever since seeing you in Covington, Georgia, and it has truly ministered to me whether down in the valley or up on the mountain top. Thank you for one of the most respectful renditions I have heard sung of "Amazing Grace" outside of church. Many forget that the human voice is also an instrument and by singing this classic a capella allows your beautiful instruments to be heard in their purest form. God bless the Cockman Family!

January 29, 2009 carroll muse waynesville, nc i have never met you. looking forward to meeting you at some singing. member mtn joy gospel group love carroll

January 24, 2009 Kavitha Subramaniam Raleigh, NC HAPPY BIRTHDAY JOHN COCKMAN SR.! ENJOY YOUR BIRTHDAY! GOD BLESS YOU! EVERYBODY ELSE, I HOPE YOU ENJOY YOUR WEEKEND! BYE!

January 17, 2009 Tonya Cockman Holly Springs, North Carolina I am a Cockman by birth and I was googling our last name and came across this I thought it might be interesting, KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!!!

January 12, 2009 Dianne Heilig China Grove, NC My husband and I attended the concert Sunday, Jan. 11 in Mooresville. We throughly enjoyed it. Your family is wonderful and very entertaining. We have been to many of your programs in Kannapolis and China Grove when you preformed for the police departments. This was a rewarding way to spend a Sunday afternoon. Thank you for all you do. Dianne Heilig

January 9, 2009 mark majewski oak creek, wi Thanks for the very nice fiddle lessons. You are generous with your gift-May God reward you God bless Mark

January 7, 2009 Lane Branch Pine, Louisiana I came across one of your videos on YouTube. Really enjoyed your music.

January 6, 2009 Scott Myers Morganton, NC Great website, nice to see the pictures of your family and how it's growing. Hope to get out to see you guys soon, God Bless you all, Scott

January 5, 2009 ELVIS Maness Asheboro, NC CarolinaELVIS.com Just off the ph. w/ Clyde Maness! He spoke so highly of you guys, I just had to visit your site...I'm very impressed! Hopefully our paths will cross someday, but until then, "Thank-you, Thank-you very much" ELVIS

December 29, 2008 Kavitha Subramaniam Raleigh, North Carolina Hi everybody, How are you? Are you ready for the new year, 2009? I am ready and will turn 22 this year on January 9th. I do not feel like I am 22 years old at all, but I feel like a child. Anyway, during my holidays, I chose to go to Ohio to help my aunt move to her new school building. Even though Discovery Montessori School has been opened for a long time, she moved that school to a new building out of a synague. I helped her arrange books into a library, set classrooms up and set up selves in each classroom. I am so glad I got some work experience during my holidays, along with having the amount of fun I expect to have. I hope you have a safe and happy holiday season! BTW, this is the last day of Christmas! Merry Christmas! Happy New Year! Happy Holidays! Hope you have a good one! Please tell me about your holidays! God Bless you! Love, Kavitha

December 29, 2008 Esther Dodd Grande Prairie, Canada I absolutly love your music and have sung swallow your pride in church with my brother. also i have 5 of your cds. God Bless you all

December 29, 2008 Arthur Wyse Waxhaw, NC Hey to all of you. We enjoy your playing and singing. It's been a long time since we could go to one of your concerts. We hope to go to the New Years concert at Wingate.

December 25, 2008 Shirley Jerome New Bern, NC Listening to your Christmas program on PBS as I type. Enjoying it so much. Very nice to hear the story of Christ in music with the good ole NC twang. Have heard of your family, but this is the first time I've listened to your music. Although, I predominantly listen to Contemporary Christian, I do like a little Blue Grass & Southern Gospel. It's so obvious that your music is reflected by your lives for Christ. Thanks for an enjoyable Christmas afternoon.

December 13, 2008 Mary Crowson Dublin, GA www.pfumc.com I had the pleasure of being in the audience tonight at Lake Junaluska---what a blessing your music was! It's especially cool to see/hear the kids and that great music has a wonderful future!

December 11, 2008 james clements conover, nc great site john and music keep up the great work.....clem

December 7, 2008 Kavitha Sbramaniam Raleigh, NC Hello all, How are you? I am about to prepare for my exams and so far I am doing well in class. Anyway, I am getting to school on time these days since my school is 20 minutes from home, and all that. I cannot wait to see your christmas special tomorrow! I hope all goes well for you! Another thing is my Aunt Renu is not in anymore pain and is happy! I Hope I GET TO SEE HER NEXT YEAR AND IN THE FUTURE! GOD BLESS YOU! LOVE, KAVITHA

December 2, 2008 Libby Roe Amarillo, Texas It's been a few years since I saw you on our PBS station for a Christmas program but I LOVE your music! I've had a hard time finding your CD's too but haven't given up! May the Lord continue to bless your families!

November 24, 2008 Duane Gingrich Atlanta, GA I enjoyed hearing you for the first time in Bryson City, NC Saturday night. Your music is a complete joy to listen to - and your message makes it even better. Not to single anybody out, but David plays the bass fiddle the way it's supposed to be played! I thoroughly enjoyed it. And the big guy, Ben, on the mandolin and guitar is truly gifted. You were all wonderful. Keep up the great work for our Lord with such fine music and talent. It was a pleasure to meet you afterwards. I'm the guy who introduced myself as your kin - your brother in Christ. FYI, driving home I listened to the Butterpats Volume 2 CD. Wow! What a blessing! I expected it to be simplistic, but the arrangements and musicianship were awesome, and you caught the girls voices at just the right age. My eyes were watered up and tearing most of the time. Seriously! Awesome job girls. Keep on singing to the glory of God and Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior. God bless you!

November 20, 2008 Matthew Brotherton catawba, n.c. Hello I'm Matthew you guys biggest fan. Remember me and my friend asked ya'll to sign our bag at the Balls Creek Campground In August? I love ya'lls music and the butterpats.

November 20, 2008 Chad Booth Puyallup, Washington Hey guys, good to see you all are still singing. I love and miss the songs you guys sing. Say hello to all for me. Chad

November 3, 2008 musisi kampala, uganda i appreciate the wonderful work u are doing for our lord thanks keep it up!! Am from uganda from one of the churches of Good samaritan with very many talented folks that sing very well but lack promotion and being a village based choir where we are very poor nothing can be done to promote our choir but the question is . can we partner and see how best we can be promoted also to serve our lord world wide? thanks hope to hear from u soon. believe me our all ages choirs can really sing.

October 9, 2008 Sharon VanWyk Toledo, Ohio lafontainemusic.com Hey guys and girls! Just wanted to let you know how much we enjoyed the concert and how much the LaFontaine kids are totally in love with the Butterpats!!! Looking forward to hearing more of your cds!

September 30, 2008 gerald Reading, United Kingdom Thank you for your good songs may God bless your good efforts

September 27, 2008 Cheri Baker Salisbury, NC i love this group thank you

September 23, 2008 Anna KY Hey! My friend reffered me to this site one night when I was asking her where to find some good gospel music on the internet, and I have to say I really enjoyed this site! It's great to see that there are people that still believe in good old-fashioned Gospel music that can really give you a good uplift! Yall's music is great! Keep up the good work! God bless yall!

September 21, 2008 Courtney Wright Waynesville, NC www.wrightfamilyband.com Hey guys! You sounded awesome at Lake Junaluska a few weeks ago! Hope to see you again when you come back!

September 18, 2008 carol jones hillsboro, tn great website atill. haven't been on here in a while. still some great singing, and the children also. we attend bro.howard carroll's church in manchester,tn. god bless you always. your singing is a blessing

September 17, 2008 Paul Dellinger Sparta, NC I sent you an email request to play before the International Lutheran Laymens League Convention July 17, 2009. Only the best will do and that is why I am writing you. You guys are the best in so many ways. Sincerely, Paul Dellinger

September 15, 2008 Elena Sarasota, Florida I just wanted to say how much I enjoy your music! Thanks so much.

September 14, 2008 Malia Charlotte, NC www.xanga.com/malia1216 Hey I LOVE y'alls music!!! I got a cd from my sister who bought it from y'all when y'all played at Beth Woods b-day party either last year or 2 years ago. Keep up the awesome work!!!! Malia

September 8, 2008 Amanda S North Carolina Hey all!!! It was great seeing you guys at the High Country Bluegrass Festival yesterday. You guys were absolutely awesome! I love y'alls style and enjoyed your two shows very much!!! John Jr. It was good talking with you (I'm the girl who's Dad was talking to you about Operation Christmas Child). I enjoyed meeting you and talking with you. Keep up the great work! Hope to see you soon! ~Amanda

September 8, 2008 Rick, Caryl & the triplets Olin, N.C. It was great to see ya'll again in Boone...thanks for playing our request!! Your sets were SUPER. Hope Lorien feels better.

September 4, 2008 Jynne Rich Asheboro, NC My family and I came to Ball's Creek Camp Meeting with my parents (Pete & Betty Jones). I grew up in the community but moved away as a teen. My dad always bragged on your talent and urged us to hear you. I'm sooo glad we did! My husband is a huge bluegrass fan and he was so impressed! We all thoroughly enjoyed the music and especially the old hymns that we grew up singing every Sunday at Mt Anderson. Amazing Grace always stirs me, but I had never heard the story of why/how it was written and hearing that moved me more than it ever has before. We bought a CD and have been singing along since then. Hope we can bring my husband's parents to Murray's Mill to hear you too. I know they'll get as much of a blessing as we did. Keep up the beautiful song!

September 2, 2008 Jeanne Eck Bartlett, KS I do enjoy your music, and my children do too. Since I ordered the CDs a few days ago (and BTW, thanks for the discount and fast shipping!!!)we have heard nothing else. I do wish the lyrics for "All That Really Counts" could be on the website. I have been blessed by that song. Thanks.

September 1, 2008 Kavitha Subramaniam Cary, North Carolina Hello everybody, How are you? I hope you all had a good labor day weekend. Even though I had a tough week, I still kept things under control. On Friday, when I heard that my aunt was recovering slowly, I felt much better. Even though Aunt Renu is getting better and is continuing to do so, my mother is still leaving for India this Thursday and staying there for a week. While I was worried about her for the first four days last week, I really thought to myself that I want to go and see her. I wish my mother would take me to India to see all my relatives during my fall break, but since my mother found out that my aunt was too ill previously, she planned to go this Thursday. I hope I get to see Aunt Renu next summer and in the future. Like I said, I have all my friends and family members including aunts, uncles, and cousins, and of course my niece and nephew in my prayers 24/7. I hope you all are doing well! How is your grandmother/mother/great-grandmother? I hope she has fully recovered from pneumonia that she suffered from in May. Please give her my regards and hope she is in good health! Ben, how is your eye? I hope you are doing better from that eye injury. Lorien, how was your birthday? I hope you had a good one! I also hope you got all my cards! Happy Birthday to you again! God Bless you all! Love, Kavitha

August 31, 2008 Nessa toledo, ohio lafontainemusic.com I like the Butterpats

August 29, 2008 Jeff Isenhour Catawba, NC Love your music

August 24, 2008 Sandra Miller Claremont, nc I enjoy each and everytime I hear your family. I never tire of your music. I have enjoyed your family since your were all very young and now listening to your children sing and play is so inspiring. Keep up your wonderful ministry.

August 24, 2008 Karen Dillard Hickory, NC I am engaged to Brian Drum from Sherrills Ford and heard you for the first time last night at Balls Creek Campground. I truly enjoyed hearing some of the old gospel hymns that I grew up hearing in church and hearing my mom sing. I would love to hear you sing 'I Saw the Light' next year. I bought two of your CD's for my father, who is an old-time Baptist preacher. May God Bless each of you and your families as you continue to sing.

August 21, 2008 Betsy and Dick Slay Daufuskie Island SC 29915, South Carolina I suggested to John Jr. last year that you all consider working up a rendition of the Navy Hymn for national celebrations like the July 4 parade in Blowing Rock etc. The great old hymn has been expanded to salute all three principal services, and I think the formal name is now "Eternal Father Strong to Save." John Jr. emailed me back to disclose that the hymn is in the public domain, which led me to hope that the Family would perform it this spring or summer. So far, I've been disappointed. We missed your annual visit to the Blowing Rock parade; it was raining so hard on Ski Mountain that we never left the house. Then on the following weekend at Sugar Grove, David told my son that the Family played in the BR park after all. David said the the sun appeared late in the parade and the entire program was presented.-- Dick Slay P.S. -- And best wishes for Ben's continued recovery.

August 21, 2008 Christine Kensinger Springfield, Missouri MY FAMILY AND I LIVING STRONG FOR JESUS CHRIST GOD BLESS YOU ALL

August 16, 2008 Robert Sitek Cesky Tesin, Czech Republic www.folkgospelmusic.7x.cz I'm just recieved your's CD's. There's wonderful music. Thank you. Robert

August 16, 2008 Kavitha Subramaniam Cary, North Carolina Hello everybody, How are you? I have some exciting news for you. I did well in my computer class during my summer session. I got a B+ and this is one point away from an A. Anyway, after my session got over, I went to Chicago and saw Neharika and her parents, my Aunt Uma, Uncle Jayanth, and my cousin Aarthi (Vignesh's sister). I hope all of you got to see the two pictures I sent you of Neharika and myself. She was such a happy baby in my presence and I wish she was my first daughter at this point. That is how cute she is! Lorien, happy early birthday to you! Enjoy your birthday! I hope you all are doing well and hope Ben is doing better! I hope all goes well for you! God Bless you! Love, Kavitha

August 5, 2008 Eric Cockman Wilmington , Ohio I was just looking through the web site and thought I would sign. I beleive that we are kin 5 or 6 gen. back Nice website. Eric

July 30, 2008 dennis wilson lenoir, north carolina www.bethelcolony.org confirming your newsletter. Hoping to see you in concert one day. please check out the web site. I'm on staff here working for the Lord. Thank you!

July 24, 2008 Donny Watkins Orange, TX I love yalls singing. That's the kind of singing I grew up with in Alabama. Keep it up and God Bless Yall.

July 24, 2008 Dennis Jones Gibsonville, N.C. Hey everyone hope you are well! John we have been praying for you and family here at FBC Whitsett pastor Tim has you on our pray list especially Ben hope I can attend one of your concerts soon God Bless you In Christ Dennis

July 19, 2008 Mercy Lyons Mansfield, Ohio Dear Cockman Family, your music is the best Gospel music I have ever run across. My background is full of Gospel Bluegrass music, my brothers also blessed with that talent. Growing up in the South I loved it as a child and now that I'm in the North I miss it so much, but your music has blessed me very much. Thank you for sharing the talents GOD has given you. GOD Bless You all.

July 15, 2008 Sherry Kerley Weaverville, NC I have enjoyed your music for 2 years now at the Singing on the Mountain. I have 2 of your cds and my grandson listens to the Butterpats Volume 2 every night when he goes to bed. I tried to find their first cd for him, but no luck as of yet. I know he would love to see them in person so we will try to catch an upcoming event. If so, would it be possible for him to meet them? He is 2 years old and just loves pretty little girls. I know it would help him to put faces with the beautiful voices he listens to every night.

July 15, 2008 The Abbott's Lee's Summit, Missouri We attended the Sugar Grove Music Fest 2008 and was able to hear you guys sing...BEAUTIFUL!!! We bought the newest CD and the cookbook....we love them both! THank you all for sharing your love of Christ through your voiced with all of us. Our blessings to you, The Abbott's Allen, Chastity, Hailey & Lottie

July 14, 2008 Raymonda Luginbuhl Satellite Beach, FL We were at your concert at Music Fest in Sugar Grove yesterday, July 13 and really enjoyed your music. You started off with Victory in Jesus, one of my mother's favorites. Wish she could have been there to hear you. She passed away in 2006 at the age of 94. It was great to hear the grandchildren sing. We have four little granddaughters and they are very special to us. Thank you for a wonderful program. We did see you last year at Singing on the Mountain and hope to be up at Fred's on Sunday to hear you again. Raymonda Luginbuhl

July 13, 2008 Sara Connor Greenville, sc We saw you Saturday at the Music Fest in Sugar Grove. Thank you for a fantastic performance. God's blessings on all the family.

July 13, 2008 Eula Mae Fox Boone, NC I brought my next door neighbor, Peggy Whittaker, to the sugar Grove concert this afternoon. She had not heard you before and enjoyed it very much-as did I. You played my favorites- the old gospel songs. Those grandkids are darling and show so much talent already. I'm still grateful that you sang a benefit for Watauga Habitat for Humanity several years ago. I remember you raised about $2000 for us which was a lot of money in those days. I'm still giving some of my time and money to HfH. My best to all of you. Eula Mae Fox

July 10, 2008 Rachel Carpenter Mesa, Arizona Very nice website. God richly bless you for your service to Him. If never on this side, I am sure we shall meet on the other side of the river someday.

July 8, 2008 LeRoy & Laura Galley Bellingham, Washington It's been years since our son Chris took us to one of your concerts when we visited him in Tennessee. Over the years I have listened to the 3 cassette albums you gave us at the concert. I discovered and bought your Christmas album DVD. I watch that DVD more than just at Christmas time. Though we met you just that once, I have enjoyed knowing you and your music. If you should get near us in a trip out West, would be wonderful to know about it to at least come and see you all again. Blessings, LeRoy Galley Bellingham, WA

July 8, 2008 Donna Belk Sorry to hear about Ben's emergency surgery. We hope he will be well soon. We'll be praying for you! Randy, Donna, Chris, and Macie Belk

July 8, 2008 Amanda S NC We are praying for Ben here in "Mayberry", NC and for God to touch him and heal him. Love & many prayers, Amanda

July 5, 2008 Barry and Janice Bather Tarpon Springs, FL Dear Cockman family, We received your email this morning about Ben. We are in NC and had planned on seeing you all tonight at Bethany Blast. Please know we will be praying for you daily and waiting to hear how you are going. We missed hearing you tonight...your brothers did great - but you, your sister and dad were missed. Again, we are praying for you and your new wife and your family.

July 3, 2008 Kavitha Subramaniam Cary, North Carolina Hello Cockman Family, How are you? Happy 4th of July to all of you! I hope you have a wonderful holiday! God Bless you! Love, Kavitha

July 2, 2008 David Jackson Gastonia, NC It was great seeing you again at 1st Baptist Clover, SC. John your song about the Rancher / Wedding was great .... well thought out

June 30, 2008 Denise Garrett Clover, SC Dear Cockman Family; I am a member at First Baptist Church in Clover,SC. I attended your concert at First Baptist last night 6/29/08. It is a tremendous blessing to hear all of you perform the wonderful music. I will earnestly pray for your group and the Lord to give continued strength in all the groups music talents and travel schedules. Sincerely, Denise Garrett

June 25, 2008 Tara Smith Vanceburg, , Kentucky I LOVE LOVE LOVE your music, I am going to try to find out how i can purchase your cd's. Just got to have you music to listen to it is a great up lift. God Bless

June 25, 2008 Linda Cockman West End, North Carolina Was just wondering if you are kin to my husband. He is from Robbins, NC and his dad's name was Carson.

June 16, 2008 NANCY TARBORO, NORTH CAROLINA WAS ABLE TO ENJOY YOUR FAMILY ON SAT AT THE "ORCHARD" YOUR SMILES ARE MOST CONTAGIOUS AND THE BUTTERPATS ARE JUST A LITTLE BLESSING FOR MY HEART.

June 15, 2008 Dick & Linda Roseberry Raleigh, North Carolina We caught your show at The Orchard at Alta Pass, NC this we Sun,6/14/08. We were blown away! It was inspirational, entertaining and family oriented. As soon as we got home, we started sharing our incredible experience with anything we could think of. We'll see you again SOON, and next time we'll bring our family and friends. God bless your talent and your witness.

June 6, 2008 Kavitha Subramaniam Cary, North Carolina Hi there, How are you? I would love to tell you all how blessed I am with a niece like Niharika. I am delighted to see her personally and in photos. She is one of the cutest babies I have ever seen, and I hope to go see her in Chicago, and her parents are lovely. As an aunt, I cannot wait to go to Chicago and hold her for as long as I like, but with their permission, and soon she will know that I began cooking when I was 1 or 2 and I am a wonderful cook. Her father is my maternal cousin and he is Vignesh, and Anu is her mother. I am really like Vignesh because he picked the right person to be married to which was Anu, and they were married from December 2005 on. I sent a picture of Niharika to John Jr., and if you want to see her, feel free to ask him to show it to you. I hope to see you all someday! Bye for now! Love, Kavitha

June 4, 2008 Shelia Castillo King, North Carolina I am a big fan or yours. Do you have soundtracks of your music available? I sing at church but, I don't play any musical instruments (trying to learn the mandolin) and I would love to be able to have a soundtracks of your songs to sing with. Hope you can come to my area someday.

May 20, 2008 Michelle Kreger Denver, NC Hello! We are looking forward to seeing you in concert for the 1st time at Fiddler's Cove this weekend. We are so excited! My son Jason, is interested in learning string instruments, and i have been told that your family teaches. Jason is 6 years old and we are not a musically inclined family. We would be so grateful if you could advise... Thank you Michelle Kreger Editor's Note: Ben teaches fiddle, guitar, mandolin and banjo. Reach him at bencockman2000@yahoo.com.

May 16, 2008 linda sadler charmiceal, ca i talked to the dad a while back about how much i liked deep setted peace and then i got i saw a man and made a great impression on the listeners. and i saw a man too. after getting baptized acts 2 38

May 12, 2008 Roy Lowdearmilk Seagrove, Randolph County, N.C. My wife & I saw you last night at Maness's Music Barn & enjoyed your group very much. It was our first time to see you.

May 11, 2008 Kavitha Subramaniam Cary, North Carolina Hi there, How are you doing? I completed my fourth semester in college successfully and I am taking one course this summer. I am taking a computer course related to my major which is Early Childhood. I go back to school on May 19th and I only go to school twice a week. Ladies, how are you doing? Happy Mother's Day to you (if you are a mother). I hope your children do something special for you on that day, and your husbands help you out during the day. It is not good to do housework on your own on a very special day. I hope you enjoy your special day! John Jr., how are your parents? I hope they are doing well and please give them my regards when you get a chance. I hope your doctorate courses went well and I wish you well! I will talk to you all later! God Bless you all! Love, Kavitha

May 7, 2008 Joel Benson Princeton, Kentucky I first saw you all on you tube then I visited your website. I love your music and you all have lovely voices and a beautiful spirit. I would love to see you in person, maybe some day you all will be in my area. God Bless!

May 1, 2008 Doug Lincoln Warwick, Rhode Island Hope to see you up here in New England one fine day!

April 26, 2008 R. C. Savage Newton, NC Dear Cockman Family...My wife and I first met your family via TV channel 17 several years ago. Mr. Cockman, I met your daughter's Dad-in-law in a local quick lunch restaurant, and now I am a little concerned about him, as we used to see him often, but haven't run into him lately. Trust he is okay. Please tell your lovely daughter and all the family we wish you God speed in your daily endeavors. Hope to see and hear you all again on TV soon. Sincerely, /s/ R. C. Savage

April 26, 2008 Virginia Seitz Lake Stevens, Washington We got to listen and see you and your family perform yrs ago, in North Carolina, loved it!

April 22, 2008 Darren J. Carr Fredericton, Canada Nice place to come AND VISIT Love your site. God Bless You. Brother Darren Carr

April 18, 2008 Andy Helms maiden, north carolina I really enjoy your music. Mr. Cockman was my highschool shop teacher. He has been a wonderful inspiration to me through his teachings and music. thanks. I look forward to seeing you all at the Newton Mayfest '08.

April 15, 2008 Daniel Mumford Rock Hill, SC I really enjoyed your performance at TMP the other night

April 7, 2008 FAITH (SKAGGS) KEGLEY FAIRBORN, OHIO DON'T KNOW IF ANY OF YOU REMEMBER ME, I GUESSIT HAS BEEN A LONG TIME SINCE I HAVE SEEN YOU. CAROLINE, I HAVE OFTEN THOUGHT OF YOU AND WONDERED IF YOU HAD GOTTEN MARRIED. I DID GET MARRIED ABOUT 9 YEARS AGO AND I HAVE A BEAUTIFUL FAMILY. MY HUSBAND ADORES YOU'S YOU FELLERS MUSIC! IF YOU GET A CHANCE,I WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU. GOD BLESS YOU ALL

April 1, 2008 Mike Travis Charlotte, NC http://www.charlottepeacekeepers.blogspot.com Glad to see your still pickn' Mr. Cockman!!

March 31, 2008 gene and pam overcash mooresville, nc We are from mooresville, n.c. We attended the concert at a.l. brown high school last saturday nite. You all were great as always, and the rest of the groups were good too. I found the website off your cd, The Promise.

March 31, 2008 Bernard & Jerri Barbee Concord, NC Love your concerts. Began by seeing you at the park in Blowing Rock many years ago and saw you most recently in Kannapolis, NC! Heard there about your website so now we're hooked!! Will see you again soon I'm sure. Keep up the wonderful music!! THANKS!!

March 31, 2008 James & Erna Brown Kannapolis, NC We attended the program at Bethpage Methodist Church in Kannapolis last night. We enjoyed the music and your witness through sharing your gifts. We are lifelong Lutherans who appreciate bluegrass gospel music!! Keep up the great work!

March 30, 2008 anna erwin kannapolis, nc saw you at a.l.brown last night.'.'.'.what a wonderful show'' and what a wonderful family tribute to our Lord and savior. you are just great and we hope to see you more now that we have your schedule.. love the butterpats and all the kids, keep up the good work for our Lord....

March 29, 2008 Barbara Palmer Concord, N.C. We saw your family tonight at A.L.Brown in Kannapolis. God bas blessed your family with a wonderful talent. Keep using it to serve Him. Praise God for you family.

March 27, 2008 Serene Perth, Western Australia God Bless! I just wanted to say we (my family an I) love your music! even way down in Australia! the lyrics and tunes are great! Godbless again and always!

March 25, 2008 clarissa roberts weavervile , nc Hey. I can't wait till y'all come to Weaverville in May and hope to see you all at a couple of shindigs and at the festival i saw it was on the sch. hope all is well .. ~clarissa~leigh~

March 21, 2008 TAMMY LINCOLNTON, N.C. HEY GUYS ! AND GOD BLESS YOU ALL ! I'VE ENJOYED YOUR MUSIC FOR YEARS ! GLAD TO KNOW YOU ALL ARE STILL OUT THERE GOING STRONG FOR THE LORD ! I AM LOOKING FOR SOME OF YOUR OLDER GOSPEL SONGS. SOME OF THE ONES FIRST RECORDED. " JESUS GAVE ME WATER " " DON'T KNOCK JUST WALK ON IN " THERE WAS A SONG ABOUT AN ANGEL I REALLY LOVE TO HEAR. HERE ARE SOME OF THE WORDS... ( I CAN'T REMEMBER THE TITLE.) ...BUT GOD SENT AN ANGEL WHEN MY LIFE AND MY SPIRIT WERE LOW, I STOOD SHEIVERING THERE ON THE EDGE OF DESPAIR KNOWING WELL I WAS GOING TO FALL...HE WAS DRESSED ALL IN WHITE AND SURROUNDED BY LIGHT OH THANK GOD FOR THE LOVE SHOWN TO ME... I ALSO REMEMBER A SONG ABOUT THE DOG! I THINK IT WAAS CALLED " OLD BLUE ! " WELL ANY WAYS IF IT IS POSSIBLE FOR ME TO PURCHASE A COPY OF THESE SONGS (TAPES OR CD's DOES'NT MATTER.)PLEASE LET ME KNOW. THANK YOU ALL SO VERY VERY MUCH AND MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS YOU ALL !AND MAY GOD BLESS ALL THOSE WHO HEAR YOUR BEAUTIFUL VOICES !

March 20, 2008 clifford holbrook beaver dam, ky I like to listen to your program, I like all kind of singing, but bluegrass is one of the best, I would like to hear more of RICKY SKAGGS AND DR.STANDLY. YOU DOING A REAL GOOD JOB SO KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK. AND WOULD YOU PLEASE LET ME KNOW WHEN THE NEXT CONCERT IS AROUND HEAR. THANK YOU FOR FAITH IN JESUS CHRIST OUR LORD CLIFFORD

March 19, 2008 ANDY TRIVETTE lenoir, nc blood bought bluegrass band -- enjoyed hearing your group at happy valley in sept. 07 andy trivette blood bought

February 28, 2008 MaryLisa Doucette Newton, NC Hey John, It's me, Jessie's mom. As you can see my last name is changed. I was wondering if you still sent our newsletters??? I have signed up a couple of times but never got one???? Just wondering. Your girls grow more beautiful every time I see them. Please give my best regards to Jennifer. Missy

February 28, 2008 eric warren knifley, kentucky hey how are you all you dont know me but you did sing at my church you know bill warren that is my preacher

February 26, 2008 Carol Morrison Vale, NC Caroline was my son Josh's 3rd grade teacher at LCA I have the promise cd and I am really enjoying it. This might be crazy but explain the song The Promise to me please. The Bridegroom is Christ, and the kitchen girl is His Church (Eph. 5:25). He pledges His love to her, then leaves to prepare a home for her (Mat. 9:15, John 14:2). She patiently prepares for His return, even though she endures persecution (Luke 18:8, Rev. 19:7). True to his promise, the Bridegroom returns and sweeps her away (1 Cor. 15:51). Do you sell a cd w/music only that I can sing with at my church? No, I'm sorry, we don't have any soundtracks!

February 25, 2008 Kavitha Subramaniam Cary, NC Hello everybody, How are you? I hope you all had a very good month of February (last month of winter). Are you all waiting for the warm weather? I am because I love going to the beach, swimming in the pool, and walking down my street by means of exercise. John Sr. I hope you are doing well because your son John Jr. told me you had back problems. I hope everything goes well for you! Kids, how is your music coming along? Good luck in everything, everybody! I hope everything goes well for you! It has been a tough month for me, but I am slowly getting it together. Tomorrow is my maternal grandfather's birthday, and if he was alive, he would be 92 years old. He lived a long life and was really healthy. Have a good day! Bye for now! Love, Kavitha

February 20, 2008 Becky Update your site sometimes soon!

February 16, 2008 Betty Hood Granite Falls, N.C. Saw you family in concert at Linconton was just great admire a family that can spend this time in praise and give to others God Bless your Family...bh

February 15, 2008 Kavitha Subramaniam Cary, NC Hello everybody, How are you? Happy Valentine's Day to you! I hope you have a good holiday! Arwen, happy birthday to you! Enjoy your birthday! Hope to see you all someday! God Bless you! Love, Kavitha

February 12, 2008 Carol Bebber Crowgey Taylorsville, NC We here in Taylorsville are looking forward to your performance at The Taylorsville Apple Festival on October the 18th, 2008 at one pm on the Gospel Stage.

February 10, 2008 Beverly and Zeb Palmer Hendersonville, NC We're still humming songs from this afternoon's concert at Hendersonville's First United Methodist Church. Thank you for providing us with an incredible afternoon of beautiful music. It is wonderful to see and hear y'all again, and it's fantastic to see all of your cute children. They are precious and very talented. With all of the Cockman genes, how could they be otherwise? God Bless each of you in your ministry.

February 10, 2008 Kavitha Subramaniam Cary, North Carolina Hello everybody, How are you? I hope you all are doing well! Are you all waiting for the warm weather? I am because I am going to the beach, maybe go to India and UK (to help my future stepmother pack all her things and move out). My step-mother will be moving here because my father will be married to her from June or July on. I would say that I had the most hectic week ever because of my grandfather's death and the fact I had to go to school. Even though I was unhappy, I still managed to go to school, but one day, I had this horrible tension headache and I happened to cry a lot that day because of my grandfather. Like I was telling John Jr., it is hard to lose a close relative like a grandparent. I really loved my grandfather so much. After that, my grandmother was crying a lot and thought of him spiritually. Anyway, Arwen, happy birthday to you! Hope you enjoy your card when you get it. Please check your email inbox for my card. Everybody else, have a good and restful week! Happy Valentine's day everybody!!! God Bless you! Love, Kavitha

February 8, 2008 Heidi Powell Newland, NC Do you sale just the music to your CD The Promise? I would love to sing some of your songs at my church. My daughter is 4 years old and she knows the words to almost all of the songs on that CD. Thanks Heidi Powell

February 3, 2008 Max Spurgeon Seymour, Indiana I got your music from a friend at the Branham Tabernacle in Jeffersonville, Indiana. I love your music

January 24, 2008 Kavitha Subramaniam Cary, NC Hello everybody, How are you? I hope you all are doing well during this season. I have had a sore throat because of the cold and I am doing what it takes to get better. I have been going to school, but I have just been coughing. I would like to play in the snow like the way I did as a child. I hope it snows again so that I could ride a sled all the way down to the playground. John Sr., happy birthday to you! Hope you enjoy your birthday! Arwen, happy early birthday! Enjoy! Arwen and John Sr. I have sent e-cards for your birthdays! John Sr. yours is sent tomorrow, and Arwen your e-card comes on your birthday! Bye for now! What a blessing to know a family like all of you! Love, Kavitha

January 24, 2008 julia carter kernersville, nc just wanted to say hello to you!!! love ya, julia

January 5, 2008 Bobbi Presnell Roanoke , Virginia I was so excited when I googled your name and it came up!! I downloaded the only c.d. that was offered on ITunes onto my ipod. Your songs have taken me through so many valleys and put me up on the mountain top with VICTORY. GOD IS SO. GOOD. I have listened to your music now for about 20 years. Remembering the time that I had the pleasure to sit in your home abd listen to you at the very beginning. I will keep in touch and hope that you will respond to my email. Love through our Lord Jesus Christ Bobbi Presnell

January 1, 2008 Peg Guill Pelham, NC I was surfing through my "favorites" and came across your site again. What a joy to see the updates! The last time I'd seen you was the PBS special - I caught it all 3 times! I am thrilled to see the changes in the web pages, the addition of the game and the production of the little girls' CD's! I'm ordering them for my nieces - how fun!! Bless you all!

December 31, 2007 Kavitha Subramaniam Cary, North Carolina Hello everybody, How are you? I have no words to describe how much of a blast I had during my winter holidays. Even though my mother was in India, I had a great time with my father and the rest of my family. I got to cook away, read, relax, listen to exotic christmas carols, see your christmas show, and go places. What a blessing it is to know such a wonderful group of musicians like you all! I really love your music. I hope you have a good new year holiday and you all got my cards for christmas and new years day! I guess you all will be seeing Dick Clark's New Year Bash at 9:00-12:00 pm tonight! By the way, my 21st birthday is on January 9th! God Bless you all! Happy Holidays! Happy New Year! Love, Kavitha

December 29, 2007 Jeff Johnson North Carolina I just wanted to say hello and tell you how much i enjoy yalls music

December 25, 2007 Henk Peelen Stroobos, Friesland, Netherlands www.henkpeelen.com When listening to the gospel hiway http://www.thegospelhiway.org/home/ your special music draw my attention. I made photomontages for some Christmas songs which you might like to check: In the stable: http://nl.youtube.com/watch?v=ABysUiQc9rs There's a Light: http://nl.youtube.com/watch?v=olIZ1RAlgj8 The Maker of the stars http://nl.youtube.com/watch?v=U8L8KZNFSZw All Bluegrass you make is wonderful and full of spirit, I just choose these three pieces. Thanks for your great music. Keep up the good work!

December 25, 2007 Keith Watson Wilson , NC I Love watching your Christmas program and The Arthur Smith Christmas Special. What a talented bunch you are! God Bless your family

December 25, 2007 Michael J Hierons Port Elizabeth, South Africa Hello the Cockman Family, I personally thank you for the wonderful music that is composed and played by you all. SHALOM MJH

December 19, 2007 Hannah Fisher Mesa, Arizona You guys are great. My Family listens to your music at home, on the way to church, and on the way to school. God Bless You, Hannah

December 19, 2007 APOSTLE JOSEFH. Gales Ferry, ct. Praise the lord saints -- anointed music -- ill be ordering soon

December 18, 2007 Kavitha Subramaniam Cary, North Carolina Hello everybody, How are you? Are you all ready for the holidays? I am ready, but my mother will be leaving to go to India and spend time with her folks until January 2nd. I will be at my father's house and I will be cooking, watching your christmas show, going to movies and other places, and hanging out with him and everybody. Plus I will be singing carols! What will you all be doing? Congratulations Ben and Melissa on a very successful life as a married couple, and happy anniversary! Anyway, you will be getting Christmas and new year cards in your email and I hope you enjoy looking at them! What have you planned as a celebration of the holidays? I hope you all have a safe and happy holiday season! I will TTYL! God bless you! Love, Kavitha

December 12, 2007 David Payne Charlotte , North Carolina just wanting to say hello from your of your old high school wood shop kids take care Mr. Cockman

December 11, 2007 Larry Huffman

November 29, 2007 Kenny & Bobbi Paducah, KY We saw y'all on Public Television last year here in Paducah and are wondering if you will be on again this year. We had never heard of y'all before that and just loved your Christmas special. We are checking out your website and plan to place an order. May God bless all of you!

November 29, 2007 Sis Daylon Indian Trail/Sherrills Ford, NC Hi, and may the Lord bless each of you. I miss getting to see you -- occasionally run into a few of you from time to time. I've browsed your site, and I love all the pictures. You have some great pics of Grandmother and Grandpa Gabriel which I especially like! Hope you are are well, happy, and blessed. Your site is awesome!

November 28, 2007 Anita Barnes Union Grove, NC Mr. John Cockman-I have truly enjoyed the cd I received of yall. Your whole family is very talented and I know you are very proud of them! My son, Justin, who is one of your students speaks very highly of you, and speaks of you often. Remember my family in your prayers as we remember yours .God bless each and everyone of you. Anita

November 25, 2007 Gladys Leonard

November 22, 2007 Kavitha Subramaniam Cary, NC Happy Thanksgiving everybody! God Bless you all! Love, Kavitha

November 21, 2007 George A. Shorette Jr. Dexter, Maine I got your web site from my brother so I am checking it out I love gospel music.

November 15, 2007 Colin Adams Cape Town, South Africa greetings great site God bless colin

November 6, 2007 clifford holbrook beaver dam, kentucky thank you for your love for jesus and blue grass. i love to listen to good blue grass i try to listen everyday i ask you to please pray for my famly we just want to be in GOD,S will.

October 16, 2007 Ron Dailey Happy Valley Church Johnson City, Tn library@happyvalleychurch.com Good morning to the Cockman clan. I pray everyone is doing well. Seems like it has been forever since we have seen you. Our fall festival is this Friday at the pavilion, hope you can come over.

October 15, 2007 Kavitha Subramaniam Cary, North Carolina Hello everybody, How are you all? I hope all of you are doing well! I have just been busy with all my school work. For example I have a research paper for English 111 due on October 26th. I planned to do that on Ravi Shankar a famous Indian classical musician who plays the sitar. I have not heard from you all in a long time. How are Ben and Melissa? It was a blessing to hear that they are now married. I wish I came to the wedding, but I had pink eye and ear infection that time (during Christmas break). I would love to be posted on how they are doing and when they are going to have their first child. Babies and Children, I hope all of you are doing well and are getting ready for school or doing well in school. John, Jennifer, John Sr. Mary, Caroline, Kelly, Billy and family, and David and family, hope you all are doing well along with the children. I hope to see you all someday! Namaste (I bow to you or god bless you!) Love, Kavitha

October 8, 2007 wayne polk clover, sc Checking to see when you way be around this area again. I am a friend of Rusty Cockman. I work at the Clover Police Department.

October 8, 2007 Henry Benavides Clayton, NC I recently retired from the Port Authority police of NY&NJ and moved to Clayton from NYC. I have been trying to get accustomed to the way of living here and was getting disappointed until I saw your family on cable and listened to your gift from GOD in your Family and music. I still don't know my way around here but would love to see and meet all of you if possible. Thank You, Henry

October 8, 2007 James Coates Brownsville, KY www.wagontraxx.com Hey!! I am still playing you all on the show...I could use some new stuff....love you and keep up the great work!

October 6, 2007 david Smith seattle, WA I read about your family in the Care Net report! I look forward to hearing your music. Thank you for desiring to honor the Lord in your ministry, not just entertain! David

October 6, 2007 Glenda Hoyle Pickens, S.C. So good to meet you at Charlotte on the 21st; been working on getting you some concerts. See where Lincolnton First has you scheduled; working on South Mountain Camp for next fall! God bless!

October 1, 2007 Kavitha Subramaniam Cary, North Carolina Hello everybody, I hope all of you are doing well! I am getting ready to relax during an upcoming fall break that starts Thursday! I am so glad to hear that you all are going through this weather change, but it is hard for me to. I would like to tell you all that I want it not to get cold ever because I not only like to go to the beach, but I love wearing skorts (skirt combined with shorts), dresses, skirts, and capri pants. In India, there is no winter whatsoever, and the temperature goes down to 70 only. I am talking about Bangalore, Madras and all of the southern part of India. ONLY IN THE NORTHERN, EASTERN AND WESTERN PARTS OF INDIA, it gets cold and most of the time snow falls. Anyway, I would be delighted to see you all someday and hope your christmas show airs on PBS again! God Bless you all! Love, Kavitha

September 30, 2007 megan bradshaw gastonia , north caronlia I just want say that i enjoy yall at murrys mill yall was great cant wait to see yall at cotton ginen days well bye

September 25, 2007 Debbie Doyle Arnprior, Ontario Canada www.doylegroup.ca We saw you at the Peacemaker Conference in Charlotte. I've never 'believed in' Bluegrass before but you've converted me.

September 25, 2007 Joy Bristol, UK I was browsing my computer and came across your site. Want to say that I visited Iron Station for 7 weeks in the summer, visiting my daughter, and want so say thanks to all that made me so welcome.

September 24, 2007 John Cole Honea Path, SC http://home.bellsouth.net/p/pwp-flashback00 My wife and I saw yall at Mt.Bethel Baptist Church last nite,we really enjoyed your singing and playing.

September 24, 2007 Maria and Britton Kithcart Central, SC Hi folks! It was a genuine joy seeing you guys at Mt. Bethel Baptist Church in Belton, SC. It was great seeing you all and catching up with you. We love your music and listen to you regularly. We look forward to seeing you guys again soon. God bless!

September 22, 2007 Jack Cockman Evansville, IN I was born in Rockingham. Most of my relatives live there in that area. Jack

September 22, 2007 Linda Cockman Terry Rockingham, North Carolina I just found out that we are 4th cousins, Our family is going to try to meet with you Sept 30 at the singing, hope to get to meet all of you. have a good day and God Bless.....Cookie

September 16, 2007 Barry VonCannon Thomasville, NC Heard you play at High Point City Lake/Day in the Park. Really loved your sound. Keep spreading the Word. God bless you! I was blessed by hearing you all!

September 10, 2007 Floren and Julinda Morrison Russell Springs, Kentucky.42642 Hi Cockman Family, We had a wonderful time with you all at Lake Junaluska. We enjoyed hearing you all sing and play under the tents. Looking forward to seeing you all there in December. We are so blessed having Ben as a son, and you all being family to us. Your a wonderful Christian family. Love, Floren and Julinda Morrison

August 29, 2007 casey capps sellersburg , in sis.caroline thanks for taking me to camp meeting!i loved it.loved your church!i had the best time in nc! love your music!hopefully i can come back to nc soon! Lordbless!

August 28, 2007 wayne capps sellersburg, in Enjoy your music! God bless. Thanks to Sis. Caroline for being so good to Casey and Amber while they were visiting Kim and Kenny.

August 28, 2007 Kavitha Subramaniam Cary, North Carolina Hello all, I just had a good start to my second year in college with learning about what early childhood is like and about how to deal with all those babies. Then I am making good grades in everything I am doing academically and I hope to get to Peace or Meredith College. I am just pursuing all my dreams and I want them to come true. Kids, how is school going for you? Parents, how are you doing? Babies, I bet you are looking forward to starting preschool eventually or even just start kindergarten. Lorien, happy birthday to you! To everybody in the family, I wish you all the best in what you do! God Bless you all Cockman family! Love, Kavitha

August 28, 2007 Amy Lucas Crofton, MD Just saw your concert last weekend at camp meeting. It was really great! Also enjoyed meeting the whole family afterwards! :-)

August 27, 2007 Robert Whitlow Iron Station, NC I had the opportunity to watch you perform last Saturday 8/25/07 at Balls Creek Campground... I'm hooked! I just thought you folks were great.

August 27, 2007 Linda Bean Iron Station, NC I am a member of Pearl Baptist Church and can't tell you how much we enjoyed having you yesterday at our Homecoming. We look forward to having you all back again soon. This is a great website. I love it!

August 27, 2007 Esther Chesa Harare, Zimbabwe My name is Esther Chesa the daughter of Pastor Chesa from Zimbabwe. i was just surfing through the net and was interested by your website

August 13, 2007 Hilda Marshall Hendersonville, North Carolina The CD I ordered (The Promise) arrived in great shape. Thank you. I am enjoying it immensely. My favorite is: "The Promise". Again, thank you for being exactly who your are. Hilda Marshall

August 13, 2007 Kavitha Subramaniam Cary, North Carolina Hello everybody, How are you? I just want to tell you how much of a blast I had this summer because of all the fun I had. The fun began when I went to Kansas for my cousin's graduation from high school, Myrtle Beach with my family for my sister's graduation, hanging out with family, and going to India and spending 30 days with all my maternal relatives. I did a lot of cooking this summer, shopping and other fun things. Kids, I hope your summer break went well and good luck in school and all your music! Babies, I hope you are doing well and are looking forward to preschool at age 3. All of you have a good day! May God Bless All of you! Love, Kavitha

August 10, 2007 PETER k. SAGOE TEMA, GHANA Dear brethren Just wanted to let you know I have visited your Web page and gone through it thoroughly, and I was blessed and well impressed. God richly bless you all and your efforts to spreading THE GOSPEL OF THE LORD JESUS CHRIST through MUSIC and SONGS. God bless you, Fellow servant peter sagoe

August 7, 2007 Donna Dube' Kernersville, North carolina I enjoy your music very much and look forward to the day I can see you perform live. I moved here to NC a few years ago, I love it here its such a beautiful state and I am looking forward to see all the sites and all the music that this state has to offer.

July 31, 2007 Evelyce Chawala Lilongwe, Malawi I really like you guys keep on blessing the whole world I really love your songs and may the Lord Bless You

July 27, 2007 Regina Sikes Hilliard, Florida hi! i'm @the library and wanted to see where ya'll are sing. and wanted to say hey! hope you are all well and doing great.

July 19, 2007 Ted and Betty Orren Statesville, NC Hope to see you Sat. Ted

July 17, 2007 clarissa nc I can't wait till Aug.4!!!!!! I will defintly be there !!!

July 16, 2007 Betty and Ed Stone Houston, Texas We enjoyed your music last night at Fred's very much!! The Cockman Family is an inspiration to us. We were impressed by the entire musical evening, but particularly by the yodeling, singing, and fiddeling of the daughters of John, Jr. and his wife! Thank you for a delightful evening! Betty and Ed Stone

July 15, 2007 Barry and Janice Banther Tarpon Springs, FL We never miss Blowing Rock, MusicFest or Fred's in the summer and then play your music all year long...praying that "When I Pray" will be picked up by a major artist...great message and powerful story. Thanks for your faithfulness....Barry and Janice

July 14, 2007 Cathy Franklin-Griffin Newton, NC Blessed by your family at the Rally for Riley. Riley is the son of my nephew Michael. Your generosity of time and talent helped assure a successful fundraising event. Looking forward to having you come to Faith Evangelical & Reformed, UCC, in Brookford on December 2, 2007!

July 14, 2007 Glenda Thompson Birmingham, AL So very much enjoyed your concert last Sunday at Briarwood Presbyterian Church. Visit Birmingham again soon! Blessings to you and your entire family.

July 10, 2007 Katie Spear Birmingham, Alabama Thanks for coming to Birmingham; it was so enjoyable!

July 10, 2007 Haines & Dianne Maxwell Charlotte What a treat as my sweetie and I strolled through Blowing Rock a few weekends ago. We were drawn to the music and rejoiced to hear the name of Jesus being proclaimed. We pray your ministry will point many to the saving grace of Christ. Press on. New fans, Haines & Dianne Maxwell - Charlotte

July 9, 2007 Col Tom Taylor Morganton, NC USA myspace.com/hootowlhillbilly HI Folks Just wanted to let you know I have visited your Web page and gone through it completely. Ted Edminston keeps me updated on you guys. I play your music each week, especially the Butterpats. My listeners love them. Col Tom WWB worldwidebluegrass.com

July 9, 2007 Debbie Lange Birmingham, We so enjoyed your concert last night at Briarwood. Amazing Grace has never sounded better this side of heaven!

July 8, 2007 Sheryl Spear Birmingham, Alabama I saw you tonight at Briarwood Church and really enjoyed your family..Please don't be gone so long next time. Blessings to your family. Sheryl Spear

July 6, 2007 Kavitha Subramaniam Cary, North Carolina Hello to all of you, How are you? It was a blessing to hear that Arwen and Lorien created another CD. I wish I could come to some of your concerts this year, but I am in India with my grandparents and relatives. I hope to come to one of your concerts someday! God Bless you all! Love, Kavitha

July 2, 2007 Candy Drake Hickory, NC John Jr., the concert at Longview was fantastic! I especially enjoyed the patriotic medley. Your girls were darling. We have been following your family since you started. We first heard you at Murray's Mill when David could barely handle the bass. I am thrilled that the family has stayed together and is now involving the grandchildren.

July 2, 2007 Candy Drake Hickory, NC John Jr., the concert at Longview was fantastic! I especially enjoyed the patriotic medley. Your girls were darling. We have been following your family since you started. We first heard you at Murray's Mill when David could barely handle the bass. I am thrilled that the family has stayed together and is now involving the grandchildren.

July 1, 2007 Ken Mohler Hickory, North Carolina My wife and I enjoyed hearing you at the Longview centennial. We love bluegrass music. Keep up the good work serving God all the days of your life - the rewards are worth it all - GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU AND YOUR FAMILIES

June 29, 2007 Susan Bales Monroe, NC Dear Jane, mother and I are visiting my brother's family in Michigan. We drove up through VA, West VA and Ohio. It was nice listening to some of the Cockman Family music along the way. I hope you are all fine. Have a great summer! Love, Susan Bales

June 24, 2007 Lizzy Raymond West Palm Beach, Fl I remember the first time I heard your guys music. I was nothin' but a child and I remeber feelin' like I wanted to dance. My father's a minister and I've been raised on gospel music, but I had never heard gospel sung the way you all sang it. We were at a church camp meetin' in NC, which was one of the first times I'd been to another state, and we didn't know what to expect. But I tell you we got a lot. The first song I ever heard you all perform, was 'Before The World's Foundation' and I was hooked. That year I forced my mother to by one of your CDs and we litrally wore it out , because we listened to it so much. LOL!!! The following year I didn't have to force her to do anything she bought them all... It has been a blessing listening to your music these past nine years and I look forward to hearin' some more. May the Lord richly bless each and everyone of you and may you all continue to bless others. Until we meet again... Yours in the Lord, Lizzy

June 18, 2007 Bobbi Thompson Four Oaks, NC Really enjoy hearing the family Saturday night in Four Oaks. Will keep a close check to see if you are in the area.

June 12, 2007 Audene Phillips Galax, Va we had lost track of you all, until last night was goin thru some 8 track tapes and there you was, got your web site from that, keep up the good work and God bless you all. Audene Phillips Galax va. P.S The last time we seen you ,Caroline was pregnant.

June 11, 2007 Marty Ellis Spartanburg, SC Recently heard "The Promise" on the radio and ordered a copy. I sing along with you guys EVERY DAY at about 6am on the way to work. Its my daily worship time. Especially fond of One More Day and Old time Religion. I play banjo and sing bass with a bunch of other guys at Bethel Methodist Church in Spartanburg, and we enjoy listening to you before we make our "joyful noise". Want to see you in concert as soon as possible. Best regards.

June 11, 2007 Ruby Doolittle Ridgeway, S,C, I was at your concert at Lake Wateree Baptist Church down by the Lake. It was hot but you all did great. I could not get over the fact that the Butterpats could yodel like that. I thought that was a lost art. Keep Up the good work I am ordering some of your cds. Thanks for that wonderful visit.

June 6, 2007 Sara Gastonia, NC I heard you at the benefit singing you did for Bro. Donnie at the end of February, and also at the park in Belmont on June 2. I love listening to your music and hope to hear you again sometime soon.

June 5, 2007 heather hopkins moncure, nc me and my boyfriend John really enjoyed spending time with John Jr. and mister Harper in the barn. John had a really good time playing his bass, he hopes that he gets to play with John Jr. and maybe the rest of the cockman family. I had the blue fiddle this year and tried to play while trying to watch John Jr.'s fingering but i couldnt keep up. We both love listening to everyone sing, and we hope to see yall again next year.

June 1, 2007 Delores Meadors Galt, California We had the pleasure of seeing your family perform at the Woodmen of the World National Convention in Nashville, TN a number of years ago. We purchased a tape but it seems to have disappeared out of our car so I will be replacing it with a CD very soon. It was refreshing to see your family perform and to know that there are still families in the world that enjoy being together. God has truly blessed you with talent beyond measure. God bless, Delores

May 29, 2007 36 Degrees North Band Westfield, North Carolina www.36dn.com We loved your show at Fiddlers Grove this past weekend. Thank you for a wonderful festival. Your music is so inspiring. - Jason, Melanie, Jerry and Frank "36 Degrees North"

May 28, 2007 Pastor Loyd Taylor Clemmons, North Carolina www.ibcclemmons.com Spoke to Mr. Cockman on Saturday, May 26. Checking on a date to have you come and sing at our church. Looking for Bluegrass web sites. God bless.

May 26, 2007 Amanda S NC I hate that we didn't get to see you all at Denton, NC this year. I had a required high school band concert to attend and we didn't make it down. Hopefully you all will be booked there again next year because we are definitely coming no matter what on Thursday because of Jamie Dailey's new band - The Dailey Vincent Band playing. I hope your two shows went well @ Denton! I'm sure they were wonderful! I'm not sure if we're going to make it to Sugar Grove this year or not...we'll see!

May 22, 2007 Jamie Hess Rockwell, NC biblemissionary.org My Husband and I heard you at His mother's church several years ago and we just fell in love with your songs. As a matter of fact, He sang "My Love" in our wedding. Thanks for all you do for the Lord!

May 21, 2007 robert codding danielson, ct.

May 20, 2007 Renee' Reinheardt Catawba, NC My mother and I attended your concert at the Rally for Riley. My mother, Geneva Reed thoroughly enjoys your singing and told me last night when she first heard your music, David wasn't big enough to hold that big bass. You all are a true inspiration to any family that a strong foundation in Christ can produce a family that loves the Lord and will spread joy and peace where ever they go. My mother and I own Morning Glory Diner in Terrell, NC and would love to have your family come visit with us anytime. Thank you, for your dedication to the Lord. Love in Christ, Renee'

May 17, 2007 Hilda Marshall Hendersonville, North Carolina We first heard you in Brevard at Brevard College a few years back. Since that time we have been to Lake Junaluska to see your performance. We also attended the Bible Institute at Fruitland in Henderson County, which is close to where we live. Your family has been an inspiration to us. My husband, Bob, is a pastor in Brevard, but he is also a Blue Grass picker. We have a great picker in our congregation who, when he heard you folks for the first time, said, "Those guys don't even look at their hands!" We love your music, especially the songs you have written. There was one special song that blessed us that was written by Mrs. Cockman (the elder). We will pray for your group. I am having surgery for the third time in 14 months, so I probably won't get to hear you any time soon, but I am thinking about trying to get another of your recordings. Can you direct me to your list of available CD's? I am a pay-pal member, and would like to see what your latest albums are. I used to be able to hear a short part of your albums, but I forgot how I went about it. Thank you for being such a wonderful, inspiring and dedicated family. In HIM, Hilda Marshall

May 16, 2007 John & Barbara Jarrell Star, NC, 27356 It was so good to see ya'll again Sat (5-12-07) at Clyde's Music Barn. Keep up the wonderful work for the Lord and God Bless! We listened to the "Butterpats" all the way home. How Precious! THANKS!!!

May 13, 2007 Jeanne Dennis Aberdeen, NC It was a distinct pleasure and privilege to meet and to hear you at Clyde's last night. So reassuring to meet an entire family that gives glory to our Lord through the gift of music. Your family has been so richly blessed...talent, looks, intelligence and most important of all...parents who provide the guidance and leadership necessary to do this in this uneasy world today. Bless you for sharing and for carrying the gospel in song. O hope to get to see and hear you again soon. Blessings and Prayers your way.... Jeanne Dennis (the lady with the strings)

May 13, 2007 doug ball thomasville, nc I thoroughly enjoyed your peformance at Denton NC this week at Doyle Lawson's festival.

May 10, 2007 Naomi Wright Amboy, Washington www.wrightfamilyband.com I love your cd's. They are awesome. Hope I can go to one of your shows someday.

April 25, 2007 Faith Cross Sherrills Ford, NC Hey ya'll! I'm so thankful that God put you on this earth for us to enjoy a piece of heavens music. You are such a blessing and inspiration to me and so many others. Keep doing what you're doing!

April 27, 2007 Judie Swann Burnsville, NC The video on Big Tom Wilson was so informative. We have such beautiful mountain history. Also the interview that was given by Mrs. Virginia Boone.

April 25, 2007 Faith Cross Sherrills Ford, NC Hey ya'll! I'm so thankful that God put you on this earth for us to enjoy a piece of heavens music. You are such a blessing and inspiration to me and so many others. Keep doing what you're doing!

April 21, 2007 Chasity Bowman Harrisonburg, VA I've loved you guys forever, keep up the good work for Christ! By the way we need to see some wedding pics of Ben and Melissa!

April 18, 2007 Derek Johnson Statesville , nc Graduate of NIHS CLASS OF 94. Been a long time fan

April 10, 2007 reggie & grace plett flagstaff, arizona God Bless the Cockman family. We love your music, and feel it is a real testimony.

April 10, 2007 julia (fowler) carter kernersville, nc Tonight, I was sitting at work listening to XM Satellite radio channel 34, and all of the sudden they started to play "Softly and Tenderly"!! I was so shocked, I've never heard you on the radio!!! Congrats!!!

April 10, 2007 Dawn Rawls New Bern, NC You were in Bridgeton NC in the fall of 2002 when I saw you. John Jr, sang a song "Just Once More" that I believe the said he wrote. I looked out on you website and didn't see it listed under any of your current CDs. Do you still sell any with this song? I found it out here with the lyrics and the tune but can't find it now. Thank you and God Bless you. God has given you all a wonderful talent.

April 8, 2007 Wayne & Lynda Osborne Marion, SC Hello Cockman Family, My name is Wayne Osborne. My wife and I enjoyed hearing you sing and play at Lynches River Park. I also enjoyed playing guitar and singing with you in hallway. (I was the one who sung "I'll Fly Away" and "I Stand Amazed"). You all are truely a blessed and gifted family. We purchased four of your CD's and we really enjoy listening to them (tell David we are sorry that we ran him back and forth so many times trying to decide what CD's we wanted :). I noticed in one of your pictures that was posted, there was one of your relatives with the last name Osborne from Kentucky. My wife and I are also originally from Kentucky. I'm from Johnson County and my wife is from Louisville. I also have Osborne relation that lived around Pikeville, Ky and many that have migrated north to Ohio. My uncle Roger Osborne has authored several books pertaining to the people of Appalachia and the coal mining communities. I hope we get hear you all sing in person again sometime and possibly get to know you a little better. May God Bless keep you all! Wayne and Lynda Osborne

April 8, 2007 tommy wooten trenton, ga I think you guys are great keep up the good work

March 25, 2007 Steve Shumaker Hickory, NC Greetings, I was in the Boy Scouts with a Johnny Cockman in Whitnel, and I was wondering if this is the same person. Best wishes, Steve

March 25, 2007 abraham yu Auckland, New zealand sing very good. I like the old fashion songs. could you give me a list? How can I order it?

March 20, 2007 Avelene & Lane Brewer Westminster, SC We have watched your family on Channel 32 and we love your music. We also sing bluegrass gospel: Our group is called "Heaven's Echoes". We have looked in stores to find one of your CD's but have been unsuccessful. We'll keep looking, you guy's are great. God Bless

March 19, 2007 spierre New York, NY hey just wanted to say that i think your music is GREAT...even though it has banjos and stuff and thats weird for me considering i'm a new yorker but actually i find it very peaceful and hope you guys just continue making wonderful music for god.

March 14, 2007 Ricky Holcomb Tiger, Georgia hello and how are you all doing i found you all through yahoo search and i love what you all are doing for the lord i am a borned again christain and some one told me to start a c.b. min. for the lord and i have been battling not wanting to do it but the voice will not leave me alone what do u think we love you in god's name and god bless each and every one of you

March 13, 2007 Hendersonville, North Carolina Love your Website look. I had lost touch, because we moved from Brevard. I have sent our new email address so I can know where you will be. May the Lord bless you. I praise the Lord for the gifts and willingness to serve that He has given you. Thank you for sharing your talents with the rest of us. I will check your schedule today. I am looking forward to receiving your newsletter again. I must share this with you! Our banjo player in our church said, after hearing you for the first time, "Did you see the way they play? Those people don't even have to watch their hands!" Great compliment! In Christ, Hilda Marshall

March 7, 2007 Kathy Richardson Mount Carmel, TN I happened to be flipping thru TV channels & catch the last part of your TV special. It was wonderful. I was deeply moved and touched by your music. I wish with all my heart I could sing (can't carry a tune in a bucket!!) but I always say that God is saving my voice for leading the choir in Heaven. LOL. I give it my best but when I hear music as your family, and the precious children, play, I am moved to tears. Thank you and please continue sharing your love and music. I plan on buying the Butterpat's CD for my Granddaughter Haven. She is 20 months old and has started singing Jesus Loves Me. She seems very amazed by any type of music and will love having the CD. Thank you and looking for to hearing more of your music. Keep writing...keep singing. God Bless and with Love, Kathy Richardson

March 2, 2007 Glenda Wilson Gastonia, NC I just wanted to send you a Thank You for all you and your family did for Bro Donnie the singing was great as always I know that everyone there got a blessing out of it I know I did. The lord is watching over Donnie and we both know that he is in God hands so again Thank You for all you did and May God Bless each and everyone of you. Sister Glenda Wilson on Feb.24 2007

March 2, 2007 Angie Nyamhunga Chiredzi, Zimbabwe

February 27, 2007 Debbie Hennings East Bend, NC We missed seeing you last year. Hope you will be in our area in 2007. We see that everyone is now married. I guess Mr. and Mrs. Cockman have a quiet house now. Looking forward to your 2007 schedule. God Bless All Of You

February 25, 2007 courtney west linn, OR yahoo hi email me

February 22, 2007 charles dateon johnson city, tn hey ben heard you married melissa, mc coy guy told me.how is every thing going?when are you two coming back this way?congraduation man.when you guys up going dating web site? we can hear you

February 20, 2007 Teuraikunashe Bulawayo, Zimbabwe Good Music Is Like Good Preaching, May God Bless You More, l Enjoy Your Music.

February 18, 2007 anice teixeira sao paulo, brazil Hello, I am always visiting your website and once I bought one cd. You can't imagine how good it is to me listen you. No matter how much I listen some of your songs still make me cry. They have helped me in difficult times and became my life track. God bless you all.

February 9, 2007 ron brown madison, indiana I saw you guys on KET 1 your Christmas special, then I watched it again a repeat this year. I really liked it, you all seem very nice. My Son said he really liked the mandolin playing. He plays mandolin for The Wildwood Valley Boys.

February 9, 2007 Tracy Sanders Russell Springs, KY Hello Ben & Melissa! I hope you guys are doing great! Melissa I talked to your dad today! You need to call me so i know how ya'll are! Love You Guys!

February 6, 2007 sand campbellville, ky We have enjoyed music for years when are you going to up date your schedule.isure hope verry soon

February 4, 2007 Rebekah Ward Columbia, Tennessee Just wanted to let y'all know how much we enjoyed your set at SPBGMA on Thursday night! It was great to see a family that plays Bluegrass Gospel, but sounds as good as the other groups! Hope to see y'all again somewhere soon!

January 26, 2007 JENNIFER DYKES DUNNVILLE, KY Hey Melissa, I'm sorry I didn't make it to your & Ben's wedding. I had hope to see pictures on the website. Hope things are going well for you all. God Bless. Jennifer

January 26, 2007 Douglas Cockman Barstow, CA God Bless family!

January 25, 2007 Debbie Braswell Newton, North Carolina

January 11, 2007 Rob Abernethy Lincolnton, NC Hey, Folks! Really enjoyed your concert a couple of months ago in Lincolnton, alongside the Greenes and Michael Combs. I'm praying y'all come back to perform at Gloryland Baptist Church in Lincolnton, soon! Take care and may God continue to bless your family.

January 8, 2007 Debby McKinney Minneola, Florida Hey ya'll!!! Just wanted to wish you all a Happy New Year!! I'm sure the holiday season was wonderful for you and yours - wish we could have joined you for the wedding and the reunion, but we're hoping to see you in June in NC!! God bless you and your wonderful ministry, and please let us know when you'll be back down to visit!! Big hugs!

January 7, 2007 Yvonne Clarkston, MI I have really enjoyed listening to your music clips. I found your site through a bluegrass recommendation website set up by a Pastor of Bible Baptist Church in Lupton, MI http://www.i-star.com/users/parbar/bluegrass.htm

January 4, 2007 Joel Brown Johnson City, TN Just a small note of greetings to you guys. God bless. Joel Brown

December 25, 2006 Bruce & Dian Gordon Finchville, KY Seen ya'lls Chritmas special on KET here in KY. We were blessed! We seen the Lords Spirit shinning through the Gifts he has givin you. I love ol'tyme music Merry Christmas, Bruce Gordon

December 24, 2006 sharon Phillips Joplin, mo My mom watched your special on PBS springfield Mo, she is home bound and she was blessed by your singing. She misses being able to attend church and hear christain music. May God richly bless your family for this Christmas Special.

December 22, 2006 Betty Hood Maryville, Tennessee We saw your Christmas program last night (12/22/06) on East Tennessee Public Television (PBS). Loved it! Such a blessing! We pray for God's blessing's for each of you---now and in the New Year. Keep up the good work.

December 21, 2006 Kavitha Subramaniam Cary, North Carolina I have been seeing you all ever since my vacation started. It is so nice to see you on television for more than two days and I love your music. Ben and Melissa, congratulations on your wedding! God Bless you all! Love, Kavitha

December 21, 2006 Kay Buchanan Friendsville, TN I just watched your special on Channel 2 (PBS). It was wonderful. I had never heard your family but God has blessedyou all with wonderful tallent. Keep up the work for the Lord. Kay

December 20, 2006 Reggie Stuckey Cincinnati, Ohio I just finished watching you all on PBS here in Cincinnati. Wow, what a blessing!!! Your show brought tears to my eyes. I sure hope to get your music to listen to soon. GOD bless you all and your music ministry.

December 15, 2006 bro James Musembi Kenya God bless you for your inspiring music. my question is, is your music free for believers to download from the internet? am asking because am realy in need of Gospel music to influence my family and i would not want to do this without your permission. am waiting for your reply urgently!! And may the Lord richly bless you!!

December 15, 2006 johnny bakersville, north carolina saw your christmas show on wunc.tv and loved it ,thanks 4 the christmas spirit

December 14, 2006 Pam Morgan Rockingham , NC Hello to all, I caught the last few minutes of your pbs special tonight, Dec. 14. I really enjoyed it and have marked my calendar for the next air date. Keep up the good work. It is such a blessing to see a family living for our Lord in this day and time. In Christ, Pam Morgan

December 14, 2006 Sharon Wheelis New Bern, NC I am so glad to catch you again on PBS tonite. My father-in-law went crazy over the Christmas Lullaby song last year and ever since I wanted to order him a CD. Perfect timing that I could order one on-line tonite for his Christmas present! Merry Christmas!

December 12, 2006 Tom Weathers Flagstaff, Az We first heard cassette of yours that friends acquired @ Bro. Ron Peterson's. Since then we've visited w/ Grace Plett about your music.

December 12, 2006 clarissa roberts weaverville, NC Hey to all of you!! I loved to see you all on the 9th !! It was great !! thanks for coming !! Keep Dick Roberts in you prayers please !! Clarissa Roberts


December 5, 2006 Justin Smith Locust, North Carolina i have been a fan since i seen you all on that pbs show. i wish all the best and have a happy merry christmas. god bless

December 5, 2006 Sis. Daylon Indian Trail, NC Hi, All! Hope everyone is well. We know that you are all VERY busy getting ready for the big weddin' comin' up soon! God bless you all. I'll be browsing over your site today. Love to all....

December 4, 2006 Bob Knapp Warren, Michigan Just got a couple of your albums. You are a great group. I will be in North Carolina the 3rd week in Feb. I wonder if you will be playing anywhere btwn the 17 & 25. Let me know I want to plan on seeing you if I can. Thanks for your music Bob

November 25, 2006 clarissa roberts Weaverville , NC Hey Caroline i just love your hair! It is amazing how long it is !! i want my hair to get as long as yours is !! I just love to listen to you and your brothers.!!! I am hopeing to get some of your all's cd's !!! I hope to see you at Shindig on the Green!! Clarissa Roberts

November 22, 2006 Lori Rash Statesville, NC I am a Teacher Assistant with Mrs. Bauer at North Iredell High School. I just wanted to say Hello. Lori Rash Teacher Assistant NIHS Exceptional Children Dept.

November 20, 2006 monica Toronto, Canada God bless your sister in Christ. Keep on singing for the Lord

November 18, 2006 Zipporah Thomas Chetwynd, BC, Canada I love the music especially the older version of angels unaware. Always put Jesus first. God Bless

November 16, 2006 Br. kariuki john Nairobi, kenya www.poritours.com Just appreciating the lord jesus christ seeing what he is doing through his bride to the bride world wide.May his showers of blessings fall upon you as you bless the bride with inspired gospel singing.be blessed. br. john kariuki.

November 11, 2006 Mark Thijssen The Netherlands (Europe) I listen to Power Grass Radio online and that's how I heard of you. Your sound is great and your message is even better! :)

November 2, 2006 Keith Marcum Lebanon, Ohio www.KeithMarcumMusic.com I just learned about your group this morning as I was talking to Bro Doug McHughes in Tucson Az. It is nice to know there are other musicians singing that are message believers. I have been away from singing for several years but have enjoyed the experience so far. I have also sung in concert with a Bluegrass gospel group named The Haddix Family, their web site is linked to mine. You sound terrific and I look forward to meeting you someday in the future. Your Bro. in Christ Keith Marcum

November 2, 2006 Wayne Capps Indianapolis, Indiana Heard your cd. Love your music.

November 2, 2006 Jeanette Myers Statesville, NC Just wanted to let you know we love your music. We have seen you perform twice at Murray's mill.

October 28, 2006 ANNETTE BROYLES RAMSEUR, RANDOLPH COUNTY ITS BEEN A YEAR SINCE YOU HELD A BENEFIT FOR MY HUSBAND (JEFF BROYLES) AND I HADN'T HAD A CHANCE TO THANK YOU ALL PERSONALLY. JEFF WENT TO BE WITH THE LORD FEB.28 I MISS HIM DEARLY. MY DAD (JR. STANLEY) AND I WAS ABLE TO COME AND HEAR THE COCKMAN FAMILY SING AT STARTOWN BAPTIST WHERE (JEFF'S) MOTHER ATTENDS. CAROLINE SUNG A NEW SONG SHE DIDN'T HAVE A NAME FOR IT. PLEASE LET ME KNOW WHEN I CAN GET THAT SONG ON CD. THANKS AGAIN AND GOD BLESS YOU ALL!

October 27, 2006 Dennis Jones Gibsonville, North Carolina Just viewing your homepage I love all the Cockman Family. Thanks for a great time this year I say to myself that you your concerts get better every year and it surely does. John thanks for being a great friend and comrade veteran you and your family share through Christian music and your love for people what Jesus wants all of us to do daily - -In Christ your friend Dennis

October 26, 2006 Whitey Haugan Jacksonville, Florida The Lord blessed my wife Mary and I as you sang and played in Blowing Rock recently. Wished we could get you here in Jax. You all have the best Bluegrass Gospel I've heard. Am ordering 'The Promise.' ><>Whitey

October 22, 2006 jude nairobi, Kenya God bless you precious bride of Christ, continue to work for the kingdom till Jesus come's back.

October 22, 2006 Earl F Bisel Marshall , Mi. I saw you New Bern N. C. at the craven com. col.

October 19, 2006 Courtney Wright Amboy, Washington www.wrightfamilyband.com The Edwards family told us all about you guys and let us listen to your cd's. You all sound awesome! I hope to see you in concert sometime! God bless!

October 19, 2006 Sis. Enovero Pasig City, Philippines

October 16, 2006 KEWAONE KAIZER RAMALOTO GABORONE, BOTSWANA I realy like your music may God bless richly. Keep on spreading the word

October 14, 2006 Rick and Angie Morris Ninety Six, South Carolina We were blessed to be in your presence at Dallas, NC Cotton Ginning Days as we are every year. We look forward to seeing your beautiful family. Keep up the good work.

October 13, 2006 Brother Kevin MIFOUNDOU Brazzaville, Republic of Congo Shalom brothers, just a few words to say i really liked the songs by the butterpats, i even shared them with brothers and colleagues. God Bless You ! Bro Kevin

October 12, 2006 JoAnn Cox Rocky Face, GA Our family loves your music. Our one year old daughter jumps up and starts dancing every time we turn your music on...which is nearly every day. Our six and four year old daughters also love it. We have shared it with many of our friends since moving to Georgia from Rockwell, North Carolina. I keep hoping our daughters will get to see you in concert soon. The Promise is wonderful! Keep the great music coming!!

October 12, 2006 nathaniel greene rutherfordton, north carolina HEY GUYS! HOW R YA? JUST WANTEDD TO SAY I LOVE UR NEW CD! WHEN R YALL GONNA COME BACK DOWN TO BIBLE TABERNACLE. HEY BEN, THIS IS JOSH MORGAN'S COUSIN, WE NEED TO GET TOGETHER AND HANG OUT SOMTEIME. GOD BLESS, NATE GREENE

October 10, 2006 clarissa roberts weaverville, nc hey all i am just going to let you know i really like the angels unware casette but it is as old as me (13) and it's starting to mess up if you ever redid it that would be spiffy(cool) i have asked before if you would redo 2 of the songs on it!! but i really like it and wanted to let you all know !! hope to see ya'll at the shindig in 2007 !!! In Him ,Clarissa <><

October 8, 2006 M Dols Rockwell, NC Hello! I enjoyed hearing and seeing you all in Mooresville, NC a few weeks ago! You all are very talented and truly blessed. We attend Salisbury Church of God and we are supporters of the Edwards Family :) May the Lord continue to bless all of you and the Edwards Family as you give all the honor and glory to Him! Love In Christ, M Dols

October 8, 2006 Sarah Whitsett, North Carolina Hey Guys, I have always enjoyed your music! Ever since I was seven years old you have performed at my church and I love to listen to your CDs. In Christ, Sarah

October 7, 2006 Doug Brower Jacksonville, FL Nice website! I saw you all last at Fiddler's Grove. Wouldn't have thought to hit your site except I heard one of your tunes on powergrass today. Later, Doug

October 1, 2006 Patrick Hudson York, SC www.hudsonfamilyband.com Hey Cockman family, It was really good seeing you all at Cracker Barrel last Saturday (09/16/06). It was quite a surprise to see you there listening to us. We have actually learned a lot from you all by watching, listening & jamming with you at some of the festivals over the last six or eight years. As a matter of fact, David is mentioned, under Jared's profile on the band page of our website, as being one of his main influences on the bass. Thanks David. Anyway, we're just thankful to have you all as friends. I meant to buy your newest CD, but forgot to ask - hopefully we will see you again sometime soon. Thanks again for stopping by. Your friends, The Hudson family

September 23, 2006 clarissa roberts weaverville , north carolina hey to all!! quick question do you think you would ever do "at the cross" or "caroline" on another cd??? thanks for all you work i love all the cd's and casstettes( those songs are off angels unaware from 1993) thans agian,clarissa

September 18, 2006 Diane Graham Ava, MO I heard your song giveth more grace on a local radio station. The song defiantly blesses me. I would like to get your new cd. A new fan. Diane

September 11, 2006 Sharron Rosa Giles Medway, England www.freewebs.com/sharronrosa7 THANKS YOU FOR YOUR MUSIC . IS THERE ANY VISUAL ARTISTS, EITHER YOU ARE YOUR FAMILY. PLEASE HAVE A LOOK at my website to understand.

September 4, 2006 Frank M. Lowrey Americus, GA Cockmans--Once again, you made our long drive from south Georgia to Junaluska worthwhile. You are always the highlight of the program to me. Your witness and family dynamics are wonderful, and your music thrills my soul. God bless you.

September 3, 2006 Sarah Harwell Lenoir, North Carolina I went to your concert in Blowing Rock on the fourth of July and had a wonderful time! I loved your song "The Promise" I do not yet have the CD but I really love your music and I hope you can come back next year! Sarah Harwell age:10

September 3, 2006 Mary Ann Enloe Waynesville, NC Thank you for continuing to come to Lake Junaluska. "The Arthur Smith Show" was my introduction to your wonderful sound and story, and it was a delight to learn you come to Haywood County NC on a regular basis. "The Butterpats" are precious. I was at Joe Sam's Smoky Mountain Festival on the front row both nights again this year and you are always good for my soul. Hope to see you in December. Yours in Christ, Mary Ann Enloe, Music Director, Crabtree United Methodist Church

September 3, 2006 Thank you for continuing to come to Lake Junaluska. "The Arthur Smith Show" was my introduction to your wonderful sound and story, and it was a delight to learn you come to Haywood County NC on a regular basis. "The Butterpats" are precious. I was at Joe Sam's Smoky Mountain Festival on the front row both nights again this year and you are always good for my soul. Hope to see you in December. Yours in Christ, Mary Ann Enloe, Music Director, Crabtree United Methodist Church

August 24, 2006 Rachel Bonaire, Georgia I saw you all sing several years back at a church in Covington, Georgia when Brother Billy Paul Branham was down. We got all of the tapes that y'all had out at that point which was "When I Pray", "There is a Highway", "I Will Trust in You", and "Keep on the Firing Line". I recently got them back out after a long time and they have been a renewed blessing. I travel for about two hours three days a week to get back and forth from college and outside of Message tapes, your songs have been a really nice blessing. My favorite song is "There is a Highway" and I know to other drivers on the road I must look ridiculous as I sing very enthusiastically along with that song particularly. God bless y'all! Your sister in Christ Jesus, Rachel

August 17, 2006 Lesly Bell Maiden, NC Saw ya'll at the campground on Thursday, August 17th, where I heard about this address. I enjoy coming out to see the Cockman's whenever ya'll are performing somewhere close to my home. I look forward to seeing and hearing your family in the future making a difference in many lives.

August 17, 2006 Michael Taylor Graniteville, SC I first saw you all in 2003, at the Missions Camp Meeting in Ruth, NC; and have looked forward to seeing you there every year since. Unfortunately, your appearance there has been only brief since the Saturday, after meeting, music event has been discontinued. Besides your great music, I just love the good cheer that emanates from you all. I am delighted to see that you will be nearby at Augusta, GA in September and will certainly plan to see you there; as well as, to tell everyone I know. God bless you all, as you have surely been a blessing to me.

August 13, 2006 streulens hendrik kortrijk, belgium I sure appreciate your music, it's a real blessing to our family. It's nice to hear music from the bride around the world. Lord Bless you all! May the Lord bless you in the works you are doing for His purpose. God bless you, your brother in christ hendrik.

August 12, 2006 Patty Carrigan Taylorsville, NC Hi, Coming today to hear you at Mackie High Funeral Home. Please sing my favorite, Angels unaware. You mailed me the tape with just the music no words where I could sing it at Old Timey Sunday several years ago. Thank you again for that. See you later today. Your sister in Christ Patty

August 12, 2006 Darrell & Priscilla Hovis Lincolnton, NC 28092 We have been attending your concerts for awhile. We are planning to be at Ball Creek Camp Meeting on Thurs. the 17th. We really enjoy seeing and hearing the family. The children are a joy.

August 6, 2006 Kathy Roberts Weaverville, nc Hi Cockman Family We really had a great time @ Altapass Sun. pm. We enjoyed having lunch with your folks. We listened to the Butterpats all the way home. You can't help but smile when you listen. Glad to see you are passing on the families talents to the next generation. I would suggest you teach the kids 'Ole Blue' as it still is one of our favorites. I chuckle as I think of you guys as youngsters doing this song, it was always a crowd pleaser. Please keep Uncle Dick Roberts & his wife Margaret in your prayers as he began chemo treatments today and Marg's alzhimer's progresses. I heard her singing in the backseat with your girls and it seem to take her to a happy place. Keep me posted when you will be close to Asheville or Weaverville as they have always been big fans of yours as well as me!! May God continue to bless today & your music for generations to come. Please pass this to your Mom & Dad as I know they are faithful prayer warriors and we need all the prayers we can get as uncle Dick's prognosis is ???.. Tell Lorien we hope her splinter booboo is getting better. She was a brave girl and a real trooper to go on with the concert :). Hope to see you soon & maybe you can work one more time @ the Shindig for the summer.( if you get a cancellation we know you have a busy schedule)..Thanks again for blessing us with your music.. Families in Christ.. Uncle Dick, Aunt Margaret & Kathy Roberts

August 5, 2006 Sharon Huculak Stony Plain, Alberta I sure appreciate your music, it's a real blessing to our family. It's nice to hear music from the bride around the world. Lord Bless you all!

August 1, 2006 vickie gilbert statesville, north carolina hi, i have a guestion to ask of you.my mother will be 80 years old on august 16. we are going to have a cookout at her home on august the 19. do you and your family play for birthdays. if you do how much would it cost for you to come and play. i wanted to do something big and special for her. because God has blessed us to have such a wonderful christian mother. you are my favorite group i got to hear you sing at mount vernon church in olin. i enjoyed your singing so much. thank you for your time. i hope to hear from you soon. God bless you and your family. love in Christ vickie gilbert

July 25, 2006 Steve Hill Statesville, NC The Promise is FANTASTIC! Congratulations and keep'em coming.

July 24, 2006 Amanda Smith , NC :) Finally!!! I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. John Cockman at Sugar Grove, NC the 15th of this month. I really enjoyed the Cockman's show and the visits I had with John. My mom and dad also enjoyed meeting him. The show was awesome...especially the patriotic medley you all ended with. I am going to try and make it to another concert soon I hope. God Bless!

July 20, 2006 Brad Farrer Tucson, AZ Wow, a friend of mine let me borrow a cd that he has of yours after church last night. I love bluegrass and my wife had rather listen to regular gospel music. But when I put the cd in to listen we both were smiling. She loves your music and I do as well. This is awesome! I thank the Lord for the gift he has given you to be a blessing to the bride of Christ. May God bless you and give you your hearts desire!

July 19, 2006 heather asheville I ordered your newest CD about a month ago and have really enjoyed it. My husband is bad about taking all the "good music" to work with him so I ordered two of The Promise this time (one for each of us). So glad I did. I think it is your best CD yet. Are you going to be singing at Lake Tomahawk in Black Mountain again this year? May the Lord richly bless you for your work in spreading His word through music.

July 13, 2006 Amanda S NC Well, it's me again. I just wanted to say how excited I am that I will finally be able to see you guys again. I've only saw you all once..that was last year at Sugar Grove...time has rolled back around. Looking forward to the show, maybe meeting you all, and hopefully purchasing your c.d.

July 11, 2006 FAITH KINGELOI G OYEBADEJO LAGOS, NIGERIA I love to know more of this family and also to make a close rapor between my musical group and yours and to see how we can or i can give out an invitation to you people to come down to Nigeria and be part of our annual music concerts.

July 4, 2006 Cecilia Mwamino Mombasa, Kenya God bless you saints,am encouraged by your coperation to spread the Word of God thru' music. This is a ministry which will continue even in heaven,i like listening to end time songs. God bless you, my Pastor is Bro.Jackson Silla, Mombasa,Kenya.

June 22, 2006 Lydia Camp Verde, AZ Your music is really wonderful! I especially like the cd "When you Touched Me" and the song I like best on there is "That Joy was You"!

June 21, 2006 Kim Wright Amboy, Washington www.wrightfamilyband.com Dear Cockman Family, I've just spent a few minutes peekin' around at your website. I have heard so much good about you from Connie Edwards! I can't wait to order some of your things! Lord willing, we will see you in October at Gospel Grass. We are a family band here in Washington State! May God richly bless you on your journey! Kim of the Wright Family Band

June 15, 2006 Lynn Keller Sacramento, CA My husband and I lived in Hickory, NC for three years and were fortunate enough to see you in concert twice. We love your music and your voices. We moved back to CA three years ago and miss you guys. I still have the one CD I bought at my first concert and love listening to it. There is no band out here that matches your style. The worship leader at our new church is Lincoln Brewster. Although he's great, he is a world apart from you. Keep up the great work!

June 13, 2006 BR. I. CHINNAPPAN PALAKKAD, KERALA,SOUTH INDIA keep me in your mailing address. lord almighty bless you richly.

June 8, 2006 Ron Frankl Hendersonville, NC Congratulations on your tremendous new CD, "The Promise." Every fan of the Cockman Family, and everyone who loves bluegrass gospel, will love this CD.

May 30, 2006 Mary NC I would like to thank you for the wonderful music you performed at Fiddler's Grove. I am always extremely blessed by your music. Jessie, thank you for all your hard work. You did a wonderful job this year and I am grateful that your work will produce another year of Fiddler's Grove. May God Bless you!

May 27, 2006 Amanda S NC Hi there! I'm so excited to see you all again at Sugar Grove, NC. I haven't seen you all since then :( I wanted to come to DL&Q's festival that Thursday to see you all this year, but things didn't work out. I'm very excited to see you all and maybe I can actually meet you guys this time. Amanda

May 27, 2006 john Cloverdale, BC, Canada very inspiring to me... i like the guitars... very nice harmonising...

May 27, 2006 john Vancover, BC, Canada very inspiring to me

May 25, 2006 Roger Daniels Harmony, N.C. 28634 Just wanted to send you a note to thank Jessie for her help in getting my wife and I a camping spot at Fiddlers Grove this year. I have never seen one of your performances, but someone gave me one of your tapes and it was great. Your group is one of the biggest reasons for me to try to attend this year. thank you.

May 17, 2006 Cecil Booher Port Charlotte, Florida Saw your family for the second time in two years and both times at Doyle Lawsons in Denton . Enjoyed your shows both times. Look forward to seeing you next year again at the same place if you will be there. Wish you could get down in our area some time so we could see you more often

May 15, 2006 Susan Gibson Harrisburg, NC My husband and I were at the Bluegrass Festival in Denton NC on Thursday 5/12. We came because I love The Isaacs. I am soo glad we braved the cold and stayed for your entire set, you were a real blessing to me. I especially liked Carolines song, I think it was called "Love you , Lord". If I can get the music, I'm going to see if our worship team at church will do it. Thanks for a bold testimony in song, that really encouraged me and I hope spoke to those in the audience without Christ. Susan Gibson

May 11, 2006 Chasity Bowman Harrisonburg, Virginia I have been a long time fan of your music and look forward to you all putting out a new album (soon please?). I was just browsing your site today because I had been there in a while (last time I was on Jessie was still pregnant with Noah). Anyway congratulations to all of you for your growing families, the Lord has truly blessed you and congratulations to Ben for his engagement! Keep playing and singing for the Lord!

May 10, 2006 Sondra Wall Alexis, NC You all were at our church, First Wesleyan in Charlotte (Bob Allred pastor) this passed Sunday and as always we loved you! The children were just precious and we look forward to next. God Bless you all.

May 7, 2006 Frances LaFrage Salisbury, NC I'm the grandmother to Shane and Alex Edwards, my husband and I think you are doing a wonderful job in teaching our grandsons. We are proud of them, and know you have played a BIG part in their music.

May 7, 2006 Kavitha Subramaniam Cary, NC Hello Cockman Family, How are you? This is Kavitha writing to you all. I hope you all are doing well and are ready for the summer. John Jr. I hope you get better soon! I am so sorry about your back. May God Bless you all! Love, Kavitha

May 7, 2006 Amber Buie Denton, NC We loved your performance when you came to the Denton Wesleyan service.

May 7, 2006 Amber Buie Denton, NC We loved your performance when you came to the Denton Weslyn service.

May 3, 2006 Olivia Hayes Denver, NC Hello! I recently saw your family perform and was very blessed. I applaud all of you for your hard work and dedication to Christ. Nothing says it more than a family "sticking" together! John, "The Promise" is a beautiful song of the Lord's preparation of our future home! May God bless all of you!

April 23, 2006 connie elkins lexington, north carolina I am a member at denton wesleyan and was there sunday to hear you perform. Everyone in the family enjoyed it so much, and that included two teenagers! May God bless you for carrying his word to the people. Love and blessings Joe, Connie, Erica and Jamie Elkins

April 10, 2006 jenny coffey jamestown, ky. Welcome to the family Ben. We are proud to have you join us. love Aunt Jenny

April 6, 2006 Kavitha Subramaniam Cary, North Carolina Hello all, how are you? I hope you can come to Cary and perform for me and my family because you all are excellent musicians. The kids can perform as well as all of you that day. They are precious like you all! God Bless you and hope to see you all someday! Love, Kavitha

April 2, 2006 Betty Barringer Concord, NC We saw you at the Cabarrus County Law Enforcement programs for the past couple years. We were there last night and thoroughly enjoyed everyone. The little ones are precious. God bless you and we look forward to seeing you again.

March 31, 2006 KABASI ROBERT ENTEBBE, UGANDA Thanks for this lovely Gospel music compositions. It is my first time to come accross your site as i met it on Messagelinks and iam blessed by the words but now i would very much love to atleast listen to the Music behind them. May God bless you very much

March 30, 2006 ALICIA TUNBY New Bern, NC I love your music! I listened to Amazing Grace and how beautiful! Thank you for that it ministers to my soul! God Bless You! Keep up the good fight!

March 16, 2006 Andrea van Enter Abbotsford, Canada Hey guy's and gals! I have been thinking about your family for a few day's now, and decided to go on the net to see if you had a webpage, and you do. It's great to see you all, and married! I can't believe Jess, that you are married and have a child. Well, I can believe it because you are so pretty, but I feel that we are still those young girls at the Tennessee meetings. That is where we all met. My grandfather, Edward Byskal was taking the meetings there quit a few years ago. I married Rieghardt (the guy from South Africa) if you remember. Ben you look great, and I will never forget the Grande Ol Opry. Take care all, and God Bless. Andrea van Enter....was Hunt

March 15, 2006 Cecilia Gabriel Cary, North Carolina www.hopewellacademy.org Hello Family! I see you have more than a few fans from the Triangle Area and wanted to add my voice to theirs. As I prepare for this year's summer reunion I was putting together some additional Gabriel Family research and ran across your website. I just had to say hello! Remember the Family Reunion is the 3rd Sunday of July. In case you ever want to perform in the Triangle, Hopewell Academy will always provide you some space. I don't know if I told the family last year but Charles and I started a school for students with learning problems in the Triangle. We have grown from 4 students to 15 and perhaps to 25+ by next year. We hope to provide for 150 to 300 students in 5 years.. Come visit us anytime. Please accept our prayers and those of our students for your success! Love Cecilia

March 14, 2006 Rick Dameron Millers Creek, NC We enjoyed your concert at Peace Haven Church Sunday. You have a very special gift that brings much joy to those who hear and see you perform. My wife Marie and I Go to Pleasant Home Baptist Church in Millers Creek but came to Peace Haven just to see you. We saw you first at Sugar Grove Festival last summer and look forward to next time. Thank you for what you do and we are enjoying the cd's and cookbook. Rick Dameron

March 14, 2006 Jan Winter Haven, Fl.

March 10, 2006 Brittany Karnaukh West Jefferson , NC Mr. Cockman Jr., I never knew you were so well known and so talented. I love this site. I listened to some of the MP3's and the music is so beautiful. I am going to have to get a CD or tape, if you still have some. I love to listen to your little girls singing too. They are so good, not to mention they are very beautiful. May God continue to bless you as you work for His kingdom.

March 6, 2006 Rev. Earl Pennell Charlotte, NC Hi Cockmans, Just came across your site. The members of Woodlawn Baptist, Charlotte and the Pennell family say hello. Earl

February 26, 2006 julie slaughter mcminnville, tennessee i have seen you several times in murfreesboro tenn at bro.billy andrews thanksgiving meetings and his church where i attend.its always a blessing to see and hear you.may god bless you all.[video also]

February 26, 2006 Ruth Turner Denver, N.C., Lincoln county I just saw you tonight at East Lincoln Baptist Church. This was not a first time for me but I enjoy your music and the whole family. The Young ones are starting out right, Just Keep them in there. May God Bless all you do. Each one of you are so special God has given you a great talent. Keep on using it for Him.

February 21, 2006 carol jones hillsboro, tn Great website..I love looking at all the pictures and reading all the info about you all.. my family and I attend Bro.Carroll's church in manchester,tn.. God bless you all

February 21, 2006 Devin Biehler Statesville, NC I have enjoyed seeing you at Fiddler's Grove and all over NC for many years. I just wanted to say "hi", and let you know you are celebrities to my two young boys. What a great witness you have been, using your amazing talents to praise the One who blessed you all with it. Take care!

February 20, 2006 Tammy Miller Kannapolis, North Carolina Hello all! I just want to let you know how very much I appreciate you...all of you!!! You all have such a wonderful talent, not just the singing, but you touch my heart in such a way that it is indescribable! I really enjoyed the children. I have a little girl, 11 years old, that is mentally challenged and she saw you all 2 years ago. I remember her singing and dancing, but she would have really enjoyed the children. I will get the new CD when it is available. Hannah was not able to make it last night. But I had to let you know that you guys are wonderful and very very much appreciated!!! God bless you all!!

February 18, 2006 Daniel Wright Amboy, Washington www.wrightfamilyband.com Hi! I'm in a family band, too. :] It's really nice to see other family's playing together. God bless you all. Daniel Wright

February 13, 2006 Tony Cockman Greensboro, North Carolina Hello. I did see your show at Christmas. It was a blessing.

February 7, 2006 stephanie cockman hot springs, ar hey i guess we're family and have the same name.

February 4, 2006 Joshua Nottingam, United Kingdom May God bless ur talent. Ur music its a bless to me.

February 4, 2006 Barbara Clemmons Shelby, North Carolina Hope all is well with all your families. We will be coming to Denton in May and are looking forward to seeing you. Are you going to be in our area anytime soon. God Bless you all and the wonderful work you do, Barbara Clemmons

February 4, 2006 Doris Isenhour New London, NC I have not been able to find out your schedule for some time now. Would like to know when you are going to be singing again. Thank you, and God Bless

February 3, 2006 rachel surrey, canada hey hey hey...I never knew that you guys were so famous I always thought that you guys were just a little preforming group....jk...u all sound pretty good together...God Bless the work that ur ding....

February 1, 2006 Marilyn B. McDowell Stamping Ground, Kentucky I saw your family on TV on KET during Christmas on a Wednesday night after I got home from choir practice. I called our choir director to turn it on and we watched you together. I got your Maker of the Stars CD for my birthday and am still listening to it, even this morning on the way to work. Hope to order more in the future. What a wonderful family you have and love the way your voices blend. Thanks for sharing your family with ours.

January 20, 2006 karina mattei vicenza, italy God bless you all! May your music be as a blessing to many believers!

January 20, 2006 haza yemen, yahoo i would like to listen harmony music by vedio

January 10, 2006 Maggie Concord , North Carolina Hello! I have seen your family perform several times and was extremely blessed by your music. I love your website and the information on the family. Caroline's song, "He Giveth More Grace" has been a wonderful blessing to me. Thank you! God bless you all.

Editor's Note: Hi Len, All of our information is on the recordings page. Click on "Music" in the menu at the top of the screen. January 10, 2006 Len Cockman South Bend, Indiana Hello: I would like more information on your CD's. etc. Sincerely, Len

Editor's Note: Hi Diana, I'm sorry we're kind of homebodies! We don't have any current plans to visit Illinois. January 10, 2006 diana wood elizabethtown, illinois Saw you im Illinois a few yrs ago, thought you were all great. Would love to see you soon, where are your next Il. concerts dates and places?

January 5, 2006 Melissa Morrison Russell Springs, KY Hi everyone! We really enjoyed the Christmas Special on KET last month, it's always fun to see the family on there! All our friends called us up excited that it was airing all the way here in Kentucky! I can't wait to see you all again...May God bless you!

January 3, 2006 Amber Olson Kinistino, Canada Nice website. The pictures of your family, and the sound files of your music are great!

Editor's Note: I'm not sure which song you mean... But we will be back in Denton on May 11th! January 2, 2006 Ann Lawrence Winston-Salem, NC We saw you for the first time at the Doyle Lawson festival in May of last year. We heard you sing a song called "Someday". Do you have that on any of your recordings? We also just happened to see some of your Christmas program and enjoyed it very much. Are you going to be in Denton again this year?

December 26, 2005 stephen walker hendersonville, north carolina hi, i recently heard "before the world's foundation" on wncw spindale. what a wonderful song. i will be looking on your schedule to see if you all are coming near hendersonville. i hope you all had a wonderful christmas. stephen walker

December 26, 2005 Kavitha Subramaniam Cary, North Carolina Hello all, I really enjoyed your christmas songs on the show! The songs you sang were fabulous and you all are fit to be a music group. Hope you all come to Cary, North Carolina some day to perform for us! Bye!

December 24, 2005 Reb Lancaster Kinston, NC I walked in my mother-in-laws house on Christmas Eve, heard your music on the TV. I sat down and watched your program Maker of the Stars. It was wonderful. I drive the tour bus for Anthony Burger, so I am familiar with true God given talent and the work that it takes to perfect ones art. Your program was flawless. Thank you for giving your Christmas Story to us. May God continue to Bless your Family. Merry Christmas to you all.

December 22, 2005 Lydia Camp Verde, AZ I'm glad I found out from my friend about your music! I LOVE IT!!!!

December 17, 2005 The Emmons Sisters Grants Pass, Oregon www.emmonssisters.com Hello! I haven't ever seen you play live, or heard your CD's, but I'm sure you are great! I am looking forward to learning more about you all. I found your name on this site: www.i-star.com/users/parbar/bluegrass.htm My 3 sisters and I have our own gospel bluegrass band, and we enjoy writing, singing, performing, recording, and sharing the message of God to others! Our ages and names are: Christina, 18, plays guitar in the band I, Victoria, 16, play Mandolin, and banjo. Natalie, 14, plays upright bass, and Stephanie, 12, plays fiddle, and dobro. We play other instruments, but these are our band ones. Our parent's are very encouraging to us, especially as they aren't musically inclined. What a blessing, to have parent's who drive us and help us with everything! It really is a family act! Thank you for what you do. Do you have any tips for us as a band? Thank you, and God bless! -Victoria Emmons

Editor's Note: Actually, Ben and I were at the Autumn Leaves festival, as a duo. It was fun! December 15, 2005 Amanda S. NC Hello. I am looking forward to watching your Christmas special on PBS. I have only seen you all once (Sugar Grove, NC). I hope to see you all again live soon. I was hoping to see you all at Denton, but considering I have to be in school we never come on Thursday to the festival. :( I'll keep watching the schedule. God Bless, Amanda *Hey, quick question. Were you all in Mt. Airy, NC "Mayberry" at the Autumn Leaves festival? I thought I heard your name mentioned on the radio...

December 15, 2005 Melvin Mann Blanchester, Ohio http://groups.msn.com/themannfamilymeldaisy Hello happy holidays just saw your christmas show on TV KET channel love your show and really enjoyed your good bluegrass gospel music very much best family type christmas show i have seen this year thanks sincerely yours Melvin Mann

December 15, 2005 BILLY JOE LOWE GREENSBURG, KY I just happened to click on our local PBS station and got to listen to you guys Dec.14. WOW I really enjoyed it. I loved it, Keep up the great music. Billy Joe

December 15, 2005 Carol Scroggin Louisville, Kentucky 12/15/05 I saw your Christmas special on KET last night and LOVED it! Keep up the good work spreading the Good News. Merry Christmas to you and yours! Carol

December 14, 2005 Mary Ann Spillman Flatwoods, KY First saw your group sing tonight on KY Educational TV (KET) doing your Christmas special. Loved it!!!

December 7, 2005 Deborah Brown Hamilton, Ohio I just wanted to say praise the Lord, My brothers and sisters in the Lord. God bless Sis. Deborah

December 5, 2005 Brett London, England I have been blessed by the Lord to have a desire to come closer to him and I have been listening to a lot of influencial music.I do know tht this music will be a blessing thank you Godbless

December 4, 2005 Dawn Walker Lincolnton, NC My husband has not been well for over 8 months. One of his first outings was to the Lincoln County Citizens Center on Dec. 3. Your singing uplifted him in such a positive way. He is unable to sit for long periods of time, but was mesmerized by your wonderful concert. Amy Crawley, the beautiful young lady whose beautiful voice preceded your group, is a close friend and invited us to the concert. Thank you all for giving us such a wonderful evening and for bringing a light to my husbands eyes that I haven't seen for a long while..Sincerely, Dawn Walker

December 2, 2005 Ellen Rose Sullivan Selma, NC John Jr., you need to update your pictures on your Cockman Concentration game. I really enjoy it year round and not just at Christmas. Can hardly wait to get the new CD!

November 16, 2005 Cheryl Cathey Lincolnton, NC Enjoyed the home church concert! Destiny and I especially enjoyed meeting Ben's friend, Melissa. She was everyting we expected. We love you all and encourage you to keep up the good work. Destiny sends greetings to "Papa John." Ha Ha! See you in church. Cheryl

November 11, 2005 Marchelle/Randy Campbell Lake Wateree Baptist Church, Ridgeway, South Carolina Your concert November 5, 2005 was such a blessing. May God bless each of you and really looking forward to hearing and seeing you again.

November 8, 2005 Wayne Steele Lake Wateree , South Carolina Your concert at Lake Wateree was beautiful! God has certainly blessed your family with such talent. We at Lake Wateree look forward to your return.

November 6, 2005 john&dot ballard columbia, south carolina We realy enjoyed your concert at lake wateree last night. hope too hear you again .in christ john & dot

November 6, 2005 senjuuur cheworei nairobi, kenya Just having a heavenly realm at my work place when your songs stream like the river over my soul.sometimes stresful moments come ,but listenintg to you online have given unparalled rejuvenation of my mind and soul.may God have the best of his grace for your family.GBU.

November 5, 2005 senjuur cheworei nairobi, kenya just to fellowship with the true sons and daughters of God from around the world.Also to request for the unconditional Gods grace over my life through your prayers and my family.

November 4, 2005 Chris Bramstedt Alton, IL Just loved the blue-grass gospel and your family show on PBS. I'm related to Adam Sherrill who forded the river in 1747, with his sons. Is your family related to the Sherrill family?

Editor's Note: Thank you! The special will be distributed nationally by American Public Television, and will air on all the NC PBS stations. October 28, 2005 Brantley Watkins Goldsboro, North Carolina I do hope the Cockman Family is planning to air their Christmas special this year. It has become a much a classic in our household as the movie "White Christmas".

October 25, 2005 Lisa Castillo Fairburn, Georgia I came across your web site one day while looking for music. I was wondering if you are pentecostal, Apostolic pentecostal? I think I found your music while I was looking for Apostolic music or pentecostal music. Do you ever travel to Ga.? If so do you know when you will travel this way toward Atlanta? I would like to attend one of your concerts, I have never seen you in person. Do you ever do benefit singings? The reason I am asking is because my mother's house burned last July and she had no insurance, she is 73 years old lived in that house since she was 12 years old, we have restored some of the house but now we are at a stopping place again due to no money to finish, so we were thinking getting a benefit singing to help us raise money. we live in the Atlanta area about 20 miles from the Atlanta Hartsfield airport. God Bless you. Lisa

October 18, 2005 Jerry and Alice Baucom Sherrills Ford, NC We really enjoyed you at Murrays Mill, Oxford School and Cotton Ginning days. Your family is an inspiration and very talented. I am your public relations person everywhere I go. Keep up the great things you are doing. Your music is anointed to touch peoples lives. May God protect you and continue to bless you and give you continued favor.

October 4, 2005 Fred Ballard Stony Point, NC We thoroughly enjoyed your music this past Sunday at Stony Point and it was especially nice to talk with Mr Cockman during lunch to share similar USAF, teaching and family similarities. good luck with your "unique" students. Thanks again for coming to our church to share your music.

October 2, 2005 Carlton and Joy Wilson Ellaville, Georgia We have been blessed to have enjoyed your performances at Lake Junaluska for the past few years. Since I blundered onto the website, I guess payback is in order since I now know how to order you music. Y'all do truly "make a joyful noise unto the Lord"

September 28, 2005 Philip Leo Kraus Johnson City, TN I particularly liked the song about meeting the angels unaware, when I saw you all play at Happy Valley in Johnson City. I have given your cd's to people all over, who were in need of a good cheering up, and to see you all play is a soul sweetening treat.

September 28, 2005 vickie gilbert statesville, north carolina i first saw you at mount vernon church in olin, gary marshall was the pastor. i loved your music then and i still love it. you are a blessing to me. the music you sing touches my heart and soul. i am so glad to see a family that loves to play for the Lord.. i want you to know that i love you and your family and your music. may God continue to bless you all. by the way beautiful wedding pictures of david and his new wife. Thank God for you all. love your friend in Christ, vickie gilbert.

September 20, 2005 Judy & Archie Gabriel Catawba, NC We are soooo proud of all of you, and pray that God will continue to Bless each of you and your families.

September 18, 2005 Glen Cockman London, England Hello there My name is Glen and we share the same surname which I know is not the most common of names. Where do your family hail from - though from England my fathers side of the family were from Cork in Ireland. I haven't seen any of your concerts but I am intrigued to know if we are connected. Though not as musically attuned to you I did sing for our local choir at the recent harvest festival - and am involved in the water aid movement. Love Glen x

September 17, 2005 Bobby Martin Salisbury, N.C. Hi John, It's been a busy summer and I'm just catching up with some mail. Have been playing some music this summer and working long hours. A note to say I really enjoyed the Cockman Family at Sugar Grove this year. Didn't get a chance to tell you and Ben that I enjoyed the Jam with Sam Bush. Let Ben know that Sam Bush had to back up on Ben's picking. Sure was proud of you guys. Tell the family I said hello, Hope to see you soon, Take care, God Bless, The Drummer Man, Bobby Martin

September 12, 2005 Ken & Barbara Earnhardt Concord, N.C. Enjoyed the Concert at the Epworth United Methodist Church. 9/11/05. Hope you can come back real soon. Keep up the Great Bluegrass Gospel, It's Great

September 12, 2005 Connie Edwards Salisbury, NC www.edwardsfamilyband.com We loved hearing you Saturday night! John, our whole family loves your new song! We can't wait for your new cd. The Cockmans play daily in the Edwards' household - either in the car or in our home. The whole Cockman family is such an inspiration and blessing to our family. Thanks so much for all the practice and work you put into your music. We also appreciate the genuine kindness that comes from each of you. Let me add too-Ben and Billy are fabulous teachers!!! God bless you!

September 12, 2005 Amy Parker Concord, NC I saw you guys for the first time tonight and thought I would come home and check out you website. I really enjoyed the performance. It was really a blessing to see the whole family up there in worship together!

September 12, 2005 Jill Lowe Mooresville, NC Dear Cockman Family, As always, I thoroughly enjoyed your music last night at the Centenary UMC singing. I haven't been to the website in a while, and was pleased to see my daughter's picture still available when you came to Jones Memorial UMC in 2002. I hope to come see you at another event very soon. May God continue to bless your entire family. Sincerely Jill Lowe(Dandy Don's daughter)

August 30, 2005 Pastor Sam Spangler Roanoke, VA Sure did miss you at the Missionary Campmeeting at Bro. Daisley's this year. Hope to catch you in concert sometime soon. God bless you!

August 22, 2005 Bupe Gaborone, Botswana http://spaces.msn.com/members/malangabupe Just wanted to say I'm ever blessed with your songs! You people are so talented! Hope one day I will be able to see you live in Africa!

August 18, 2005 Williams Family Burnsville, NC Heard you all for the first time at the Mt Mitchell Crafts Fair. You all were GREAT!!!! Web site was neat!

August 8, 2005 Too Rich Olson S. Windsor, CT I just stumbled onto this site (ouch!). I visit the Conover, NC area fairly often and was looking for Bluegrass or Old Timey music events and/or jams. Looks like a good resource.

Editor's Note: Thanks Amanda, we have been invited back to Doyle Lawson's festival next May in Denton, NC, Thursday night. August 8, 2005 Amanda NC Hi! I got to see you all for the first time July 9th, 2005 at Sugar Grove, NC. I really enjoyed your performance. You all are very talented and I loved the music. Hope to see you all again sometime... maybe DL&Q will invite you all back to his festival next year! :) Amanda

August 5, 2005 Lynn Hudson Nelson Ellerbe, North Carolina It was a disappointment missing Aunt Callie's birthday party this year. My dad, Carl Hudson, was and still is having health problems. He will be having surgery August 10. Please remember him in your prayers. If it is the Lord's will, we will see you all at the next birthday party. Dad was looking forward to seeing his aunt, uncles and cousins. May God continue to bless you all.

August 5, 2005 Roy Giles http://RoyGiles.org Dear Brothers and Sisters in the LORD, I have been asked by the LORD to disciple those incarcerated and those homeless. I have seen countless souls saved and healed by the LORD.I know that you and the members in your church, care for lost souls and know how to pray for needs. If you will agree to pray with me for the needs of inmates and the homeless, please email me at

July 30, 2005 Judy Peters Canton , Ohio Enjoyed your show so much in Dalton in May. I was very fortunate to be able to attend and your family is so talented and all seem to enjoy the music God gave them

July 30, 2005 Susan and Doug Morganton, NC We enjoyed hearing you for the second time at the Old Rock School in Valdese. We continue to be amazed at the talent in your family. Thanks for such a complete website. It's very interesting.

July 30, 2005 R. Reece Valdese, NC We really enjoyed your concert in Valdese Friday night. I enjoy that type of music.May God bless all your family. It is wonderful to see a family with 5 children and know that all are Christians.

July 25, 2005 mexe ngueke libreville, gabon i'm very happy to see you today in visiting the spoken word site!may jesus-christ the true god keep you in unity to go on and sing by divine inspiration of this end time message. mexe

July 23, 2005 Jennifer McCrory Graceville, FL My husband and I saw you guys at Fruitland Baptist Bible Institute in Hendersonville, NC in July 2001. My husband was a student there at that time. We got two of your CDs at that time and I love them and listen to them all the time. My husband left Fruitland and now attends the Baptist College of Florida. He is the Youth Minister/Associate Pastor at East Mount Zion United Methodist in Graceville, FL. We have recently lost our first child and would appreciate your prayers. We will keep you and yours in our prayers....I was wondering what you guys were up to now and searched the web for your site. Glad to see that the family is growing and that God's kingdom is growing because of ya'll. God bless you all!

July 10, 2005 Dawn Cockman Darwin, Northern Territory,Australia I have stumbled upon your site by sheer accident and am facinated to read your whole family make up a gospel group. I am a born again christian myself (with the evidence of speaking in tongues) and would love to hear some of your music, how do I go about it. Dawn

July 10, 2005 Billy Vilas, NC I forgot to add on the previous post that John and Ben played an AMAZING end of festival jam with Sam Bush's band and it was quite a treat. These fellas are absolutley amazing pickers...but even better people! Many praises to them for their super energy, kindness and spirit!!

July 10, 2005 Billy Vilas, NC Gracious! I was floored today by the Cockman Family at the Sugar Grove(NC) Music Festival. Their harmonies are so pure and tight!! 'Old Soldiers Reunion' knocked my socks and boots off!! Praises to the Cockman Family and all of their upcoming pickers and singers!

July 7, 2005 Eva M. Martin Winter Springs, Fl, 32708 My husband and I know about you since 1990.We spent every summer for 4 months in Asheville and attended every performance we could until 2002. Unfortunately we cannot spend our summers in N.C. anymore and we miss you. We have all your CD's exept your oldest one. Have you made any more? We will be in NC in September to visit and I hope there will be a chance to hear y'all again. Will you ever be in Central Florida? I'll be checking your website for Sept. performances. Eva

July 4, 2005 Daylon Cross Indian Trail, NC Hi, family! Hope all is well for you. Just checked your site to see when and where you're singing in the very near future. We have a houseguest from India: Bro. Stephen Shinde, and he likes bluegrass! We want him to see you, hear you play, and have the pleasure of meeting you. We'll see how it works out...

Editor's Note: For a great jam, drop in at the Lenoir Mall (Lenoir, NC) on Thursday nights from 7:00 until 9:00, and beyond! June 30, 2005 Ron Laws Lenoir, NC http://www.llexpressbluegrass.com/ John , Brent (Banjo) Chris (the one with the arm in a sling) Todd McCloud (bass) and I really enjoyed your fiddle playing thurs,June 30th. Thanks for jamming with us.

June 19, 2005 Michael Burgess Denver, NC www.flinthillband.com Just wanted to thank Ben for standing in with us at our show Saturday. He is a monster on the mandolin. Thanks buddy.

June 17, 2005 margaret kervin fredericton, new brunswick love gospel music

June 15, 2005 fidelis Cairo, Egypt Hi, God Bless you. I would love to listen to songs of Worship through the net in my computer

June 13, 2005 Kelsey Gantt Conover, North Carolinia I love ur music, u guys were born to sing bluegrass gospel

June 10, 2005 John Tuck Canton, OH I heard yunz back in 1998 at Lovelady Baptist Church. Great music. Back in Ohio for a 1.5 yr and sure do miss the good Gospel pickin. Come on up to Canton, Ohio.

June 6, 2005 Bill & Bette Stump Dunedin, Florida Just a few words to tell you how much we have enjoyed the music of the Cockman Family at the Smoky Mountain Folk Festival for a good many years. We look forward to your singing this summer once again. We've also enjoyed the appearance of the little ones in the family! May the Lord continue to bless all of you!

June 3, 2005 Emma Chapel Hill, North Carolina Y'all are a great band, I love the Butterpats! They are so cute! Hopfully someday they will be as good as you guys!

June 2, 2005 Rose New York, New York. USA Its always a pleasure listening. when listening i'm taken to heavenly places up into another realm. i forget about all the troubles and cares of this world and enjoy a moment in his presences. Many times these simple songs reminds me of who i am and of his grace. thanks God bless

May 30, 2005 Danner Baguio City, Philippines Third Exodus Mission Church Hi there, i enjoyed your singing even though it's not in original tapes just took it fro mp3, i am looking forward in seeing you all someday personally. By the way i am a fund of country gospel songs trying hard to do it also myself for the glory of God.

May 29, 2005 Dee Grunden Kannapolis, N.C. I love your music! i want to know when you will be in Kannapolis again? Someone gave me a tape of the band and i love it. I'am a fan of bluegrass gospel. Keep up the work it is wonderful may God Bless you all as you travel to do his will.

May 26, 2005 lloyd l cockman houston texas

May 26, 2005 Nathan Lattimer Maplewood , Ohio I came acrossed your "When I pray" and "There is a Highway" albums and was blown away. I love the family aspect and the originality of your music.Your harmony is beautiful and the lead breaks on the bass is awesome. A good friend of mine was at the Doyle Lawson festival and spent alot of time talking with you guys. I believe it was to David that he requested "Victory in Jesus", I know he was really impressed. His name is Kyle Cooper after seeing you guys live he bought the latest 2 albums. I can't wait to hear them.I also play gospel bluegrass but I'm not in you guys's league. Good Luck, keep up the good work.

May 24, 2005 David Evans Fostoria, OHIO Your music is very beautiful and inspires me to magnify God with music. I have only heard good things about your family. To God be the Glory!

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May 20, 2005 Matt Fisher Mooresville, NC I enjoyed hearing your album (When You Touched Me) very much, and look forward to hearing more.

May 18, 2005 Marc Cockman Lakeland, Florida Hello all, Debbie is my mother and I just wanted to say 'hello there'. I would also like to see you guys in action if you are ever in central Florida. Thanks again. Marc

May 16, 2005 David Lundebekken St. Fagabergveien 16 A. 2624 Lillehammer. Norway, Oppland, Norway I greet you in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.God bless you richly

Editors Note: We're fourth cousins!. May 15, 2005 ShirleyGlenn BannerElk, N.C Hi John.Jr. My husband and I really enjoyed meeting you at CoveCreek School and playing the violin for us and thank you so much for bringing my cousin Ronnie, and most of all for singing In The Sweet By And by. We hope to get to hear you and family perform together sometime. Shirley Glenn

May 15, 2005 Debbie Cockman Lakeland, Florida My husband was always looking for more Cockmans. We found your web site a few years ago while living in West Palm Beach. Wonder what the relation would be, if any? We also are a Christian family, of The Church of God. Let me know if you are ever in the central Florida area. May God Bless, Debbie Cockman

May 9, 2005 Barbara & Ed Clemmons Shelby, North Carolina 28150 Just wanted to tell you that we saw you perform at Denton this past week-end at the Blue Grass Festival. Your music was just great! Your family was so friendly and we enjoyed your whole performace. Your music was so inspirational and meant so much to us. Thank you so much for coming to Denton. Hope to be able to come to many of your concerts. Thanks again to all the family.

May 6, 2005 Gary and Bunny Dupree Angier , NC 27501 We saw you last night at Denton. You truly blessed our souls! What a wonderful family! Continue to share God's love through your voices!

Editors Note: The song was "My Name Is In The Book". We have not yet recorded the song. May 3, 2005 Amy Shearer Hickory, NC I love you guys so much. My dad is in the SF Fire Dept so I always go to their banquet to see you guys. There was a song that David sang this year. I think it was new. If you can remember I would like to know which one that was. Congrats on the new addition.

May 2, 2005 Jennifer Dement Denver, NC I attended your concert at Bethel on Sunday, I enjoyed it very much and hope to hear you again soon!

May 1, 2005 Denis Beaudry Montr�al Qu�bec, Canada I'm a brother in the Lord J�sus-Christ Waiting for the weiding . God Bless you all

April 23, 2005 sarah saint paul, brazil God blessed your always!

April 23, 2005 Joel Oluhambo Kakamega, Kenya Saw your website while going through W. Branhams website- I would love to listen to your music. blessings

April 14, 2005 floyd yoder hickory, nc Got to know your Father back in the 80s when he got called for Jury duty in Newton. I was the bailiff in charge of maintain the peace and dignity of the court. Have three of your c.d.'s that I order a few years ago. Keep on a pickin & a grinin'. Also you played at our Church, (Woodlawn Baptist in Conver) which we attended for your program.

April 13, 2005 Sandy Martin Sherrills Ford, NC Enjoyed the singing at Friendship Saturday night very much. The children are adorable singing "Do Lord". Just wish your segment could have been longer!!

April 10, 2005 Keith Saunders Conover, North Carolina Enjoyed having you folks at Friendship Methodist Church last night. The Lord has blessed your family with such wonderful gifts of musical talent. My family and I were blessed by your performance of worship! May God continue to bless you all. Take care, Keith

April 5, 2005 Roy (Bill) Stallings Concord, North Carolina Enjoyed meeting you and hearing you Saturday evening, we had a great time. Roy (Bill)

April 4, 2005 Kay Trivette Concord, NC I attended the concert at A L Brown High School and enjoyed it so much. My brother also sang that night (Bill Stallings). We are a family of 1 brother and three sisters that used to sing many years ago while our parents were living. But we all really enjoyed your music and hope to get to see you again. Keep up the great work. I think it is wonderful that a family can work together and enjoy what they do for the Lord. We have a grandson at ASU (Michael Trivette) who is a Junior this year. He is into Broadcasting and has done several of the school games this past year. I hope he will be able to meet John Jr. someday. He is quite a person and reminds me of John Jr. Thanks for all you do in serving our Lord.. Kay Trivette

April 1, 2005 susan kanyuka zomba, malawi i am currently in Norway studying for three months and i missed my home music. i listen to your music at home on cd's. so i decided to find at fromthe willambranham website. God bless you. sister susan

March 24, 2005 gene overcash mooresville, nc non just to let you all know we are looking forward to seeing you soon. keep up the great singing.

March 22, 2005 kadzura knowledge Harare, Zimbabwe i just happen to be looking for bride music and a certain brother told me of this websie . God reachily bless you for such a work

March 19, 2005 Stacie Briley Richmond, VA It has been 10 years since I saw you live at First Baptist Church in Rocky Mount NC back in 1996, but I have enjoyed the tape I bought, especially the song "Angels Unaware". That song has been one of my favorite songs for many years. I heard you may be coming to VA in May. I hope this is true, I would love for my family and friends to get a chance to experience your music live. Is there any way to purchase copies of the sheet music or an accompaniment track to your songs, possibly "Angels Unaware"?

March 15, 2005 hannah etta calabar,cross river state, Nigeria i am so thrilled by what i have seen here. please do send me some of your tapes as we hardly have what to play for the kids. my mailing address is 72 Marian road,p.o.box 1837, calabar, cross river state.

March 11, 2005 joshua valeta Ghent, Belgium Keep the Holy Ghost fire burning!

March 4, 2005 Chasity Bowman Harrisonburg, Va Wow, there sure have been a lot of things happening since the last time I peeked at this site! I haven't heard you all live in years, since the last Ruth NC camp meeting I went too. I recently married and in the moving process found some of my old Cockman Family tapes- played so much all the lettering has come off. I thought I had given them away (a friend was supposed to "borrow" them b/c she didn't have any Christian music- and well I never got the ones I lent her back!) We only have a CD player so I was going to have to buy a tape player but you take Pay Pal! That's great! I look forward to seeing you live again some day and listening to many more great albums (I seriously need to update my collection). By the way, all of you have the cutest children and some of the most meaningful names I've ever seen! God bless, Chasity Bowman

March 1, 2005 Charlotte Windsor, Il. I saw your family last Christmas season on our PBS channel, and really enjoyed and felt blessed by it. I had never heard of you until then. Keep sharing the gospel through song.

March 1, 2005 Dinah A. Vannoy Taylorsville, NC I really enjoyed the concert at Antioch on Sunday, and John Jr., I enjoyed talking with you about Dr. Klima and Dr. Ginn. I e-mailed them this morning. What a blessing you all are! Thanks for sharing your talents. Dinah Austin Vannoy

March 1, 2005 Sharon Brewer Taylorsville, NC Thank you guys so much for the wonderful concert at Antioch Baptist on Sunday night. What a blessing to see such a talented family (all the way to the little ones). May God continue to bless the family in your endeavors to serve Him through your music.

February 28, 2005 gene overcash mooresville, north carolina you all are a great gospel bluegrass group. we really love to hear you all when you are in our area. we attended your last concert in our area. it was wonderful and a blessing to us as always. we hope to see you at your next concert in our area always in CHRIST, pam and gene overcash

February 27, 2005 Ronda Fagan Taylorsville, NC The first time I heard your family was in a cracker barrel in Mooresville or Mocksville on our way back from the Southern Women's Christmas show. What a blessing to listen to your family sing about our wonderful Lord! I don't normally miss attending my church, for I know it is where I am to be when the doors are open! But my aunt and uncle invited us to attend their church this night 2-27-2005. What a blessing to see the Lord work through your family! My mother and I came and we were so glad we did. Your new song about grace touched us both. And the soldier was near my heart also. May God continue to bless and enlarge your coast and keep HIS arms around your family! Until He Comes, Ronda

February 26, 2005 israel cape town, south africa May God Bless you!

February 23, 2005 Jonathan Maness Banner Elk, NC www.amanthamill.com Hey Guys, This is your distant relative up in Boone saying hey and thanks for letting Amantha Mill borrow John for a few shows every now and then.

Editors Note: Thanks, no, we don't plan to be at Merlefest this year. February 22, 2005 Betsy Athens, GA We had the pleasure of seeing you at Merlefest in 2003, and again at the NC Mtn State Fair. I have two CDs that I adore, and they are my regular commuting companion. Any chance of seeing you at Merlefest this year?

February 21, 2005 Judy Sweger Mocksville, North Carolina I have enjoyed your music for a long time. It is such a blessing!

Editors Note: Billy can help you find someone if he can't teach you himself -- 478-4306. February 19, 2005 Ed Miller Concord, NC I am from North Pole Alaska and I just moved down to Concord NC. I am looking for a teacher to teach me more Banjo. I hope that you can help me out with this. Have a great day.

February 19, 2005 Bud T Mc Atee Brillion, Wi www.voicesofpeace.net love the song you gave Tom B. we are singing it out and it's being received well. Thanks

February 10, 2005 Marcus Jaurigue Woodburn, Iowa I love the music folks! God bless you all and may we meet on that heavenly shore some glad day. My favorite song so far is, Sail On! From the believers here in Iowa.

February 10, 2005 Heaven Sent Kinston, NC http://www.heavensentnc.com Hay Guys keep on keeping on for the Lord.

February 10, 2005 Dwayne Cox Roanoke, VA Enjoyed seeing you all at the Smoky Mtn. Festival at Lake Junaluska around 2000 and 2001. I'm trying hard to learn to play banjo as well as billy and was inspired to pick my banjo back up after years of gathering dust after hearing him play keep on the firing line. I wish I could find an instructor like billy here in Roanoke. Best of luck to you all in the future. P.S. I like the sound of his banjo--could he send info on what banjo he plays or his set up? Dwayne Cox

Editors Note: Anyone may sing any of our songs in concert! We are always honored... February 7, 2005 Charles Hurdle Washington, Vermont Hi, I was on a misson trip to Clyde, NC and also went down to Lincolnton, to Masidonia Baptist Church. I went to the benifit that you did there and greatly enjoyed the concert. I bought C D ( When You Touched Me). I play it all the time in my car. I really liked the song that one of your son's wrote, I think it was called my name is in the Book. I would like to see about singing some of your songs in our church and want to know how I could do this without infringing on your copy write. You are a very tallented family, not just in the music that you play but also in the songs that you write. I believe that as you write, you are truely guided by the Holy Spirit! May God Continually Bless your musical ministry. All for Christ, chuck hurdle

February 7, 2005 Darren J. Carr Waasis, Canada Hi Bro. John, Greetings from New Brunswick, Canada, How are u doing these Days? Greetings to u in the name of of Lord Jesus Christ. I have been doing great these days. I have been rejoicing in the Lord. I pray for u and your family and I ask the Lord to direct u as u spread the word in song. I Love your singing and it has been a blessing to me. Keep in touch with me and write me a letter sometime because i sure could use an encouragement. I love u all and u keep singing the praises. The message is so true and we need to keep the prophets message in our lives. I have a longing in my heart to go to meet the one who died for me. Greet all the saints for us here in New Brunswick, Canada. God bless u my Precious brother. Your Bro. in Christ, Darren Carr

February 5, 2005 Sally Getys York, SC When R U going to be in the SC, NC area?

February 4, 2005 Ndriamahefamanana Fanambinantsoa Antananarivo, Madagascar We appreciat your music and your web site. God bless you richly. We believe in all our heart that your music given rivival to the Bilievers in all the world.and your music is wonderful Thank you.

February 1, 2005 becky mary harare, zimbabwe Hie I've listened to your music and I like it. Please maintain your originality it's great. God bless you.

January 31, 2005 Awin Blessing Lagos, Nigeria Keep it up and God will bless you all

January 29, 2005 Ed Branch Raleigh, NC Enjoyed your PBS special again this year. Your music is beautifully done, and you all appear to be such a wholesome and godly family. I know your popularity is growing, and will continue because you are such a blessing. Don't change anything. God bless!!

January 25, 2005 Tonya Padgett Nunnelly, Tennessee Dear Cockman Family i can't begin to explain what your music has done for me and my husband. To me it is the BEST. I love bluegrass and the way your some of your songs are stories right out of the bible. It is really amazing. i can see how it is god in your lives, because how you could all be born with a gift from god to sing/write songs. Alot of times you just don't find that. I can really see god in it and see him working through it. So if the devil ever tries to get ya down just remember your songs are a ministry and thats why. God bless you and please never stop....I don't know what i would do without without your music....i think it was made for me.

January 24, 2005 bro.russ gianan pasig city, philippines contnue bieng a blessing through music god bless you

January 23, 2005 chris brown lincolton, N.C. hi i loved the singing at masadna church the 8th i'm only 13 an i love the LORD GOD ALL MIGHTY. P.S. (DON'T KNOW HOW TO SPELL THE CHRUCH NAME DON'T GO THEIR)

January 20, 2005 Cleo Williams Lincolnton, NC I have had the honor of attending two of your concerts. Last year at Gainsville Baptist Church and last week at Macedonia Baptist Church. I enjoyed them so much. I've never seen so much talent in one family. I've bought two of your C.Ds, "Keep on the Firing Line" and "When I Pray". They are both so good. May God bless all of you. Hope to catch another of your concerts soon!

January 19, 2005 David, Cheryl and Destiny C. Lincolnton, NC Hello, We love your web site. Destiny especially loves the pictures and the music samples. Her favorite songs are: That Joy was You, The Lullaby song, and of course the Barnyard song. Give her love to Sam, and the girls. See you in church or in concert. We love you all and enjoy your music. However, we are a little jealous but will get over it! Cheryl

January 15, 2005 Lori Brenchley Cary, NC I attended the fiddler's grove festival in 2004. I had some disturbing news just before getting there and was questioning God's reason. You were the first to come on stage and frome the very start God spoke to me through your music. I bought one of your CD's and have been truly blessed ever since. God inhabits the praises of His people and you can feel it just listening. Thank you all for being obedient to God in your lives.

January 12, 2005 Harvey & Julia Carpenter Mooresvile , NC Hi folks, Would love to have the words to the song by Billy sung last night in Mororesville, Senior Citizens Center. I thnk the name was My Name is Written in the Book. This doctrine is exactly what our Church believes but is not recognized by so many churches. Let me know the charge and I will send you a check. May God continue to bless, Harvey Carpenter

January 11, 2005 Andrew Cross Indian Trail, North Carolina Hey ya'll I had fun down in wingate you guys are awsome keep up the good work Andy

January 10, 2005 Michelle Cockman Cogburn Hot Springs, Arkansas I am a Cockman, although not a member of the same family...Thought it would be interesting to look through your site and see about your family, since I haven't met a lot of people with my maiden name.. It was interesting I plan to come back...

January 3, 2005 Shel Allen Owensboro, Ky After five years I was finally given the opportunity to prove to my famiy how great you guys really are. The PBS Christmas program was awsome. When you all are in Louisville this year you should take a drive west two hours and visit the IBMA museum and of course Bill Monroe's homeplace is just a stone throw away. In the mean time I'll continue to pray for the entire Cockman family and the journey God has planned for you :)

January 3, 2005 Diana Barbee Boone, NC

January 1, 2005 Joe Smith Matthews, NC My wife and I enjoyed the Cockman family in concert for the first time last night at Wingate University. It was a real blessing. We are listening to both CDs we bought last night and we are enjoying them so much. Thank you for ministering to us last night. We trust that 2005 will bring all of your family rich blessings. Joe

December 29, 2004 Sylvia Sveinson Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada Keep up the great music!

December 28, 2004 Kim Wood Ninety Six, S.C Me & My Husband visited Maggie Valley NC a few years ago and your family was there singing. You are the best I ever heard, We purchased one of your c.d and listen to you alot. We watch your christmas show on 12/25/04, What a blessing this was to see & hear you on Christmas Day. Thank You for your wonderful music. God Bless Your Family.

December 27, 2004 JOE & BEV O'HARA FISHERSVILLE, VIRGINIA Enjoyed your music on WVPT in Virginia. God bless your family, and continue to develop exceptional high quality music that can be appreciated & enjoyed by everyone. God Bless......

December 26, 2004 Matt Cross Denver , Land of the Free, Home of the Cockmans Cockman Family Album, Lake Junaluska The Christmas Special was awesome, keep up the good work. Happy New Year to all. Matt

December 26, 2004 Donnie Ray Smith Granite Falls, North Carolina We first saw y'all about eight years ago when you played a very small church just a few miles from here, here being Granite Falls. I bought one of your tapes and played it in my car until it wore slam out! During the past eight years, I often wondered if you were still performing together. I wondered if, after all of the children had become adults, each would go their separate way. Then yesterday, as I was flipping channels on the TV, lo and behold, there you all were on PBS doing a Christmas special! I missed the first ten minutes and it was another ten before I came to my senses and hit the record button on my VCR. I easily recognized everyone except Ben. He was just a skinny kid when we last saw him. He looks better now that he has filled out. John Jr still looks the same as does David, who is still grinning. Carolyn's voice is still as angelic as ever while Billy & Ben just keep on picking. Poor David has to stand all evening while the rest of you get to sit down. Maybe he should take up the piano! That's all, I just wanted to let you know how much I enjoyed your Christmas special on TV. May God continue to bless you greatly.

December 26, 2004 The Geers Family Wilmington, OH We enjoyed your Christmas special very much! Just happened to find it on KET-TV! Beautiful music! Thank you for providing a Christ centered Christmas special!

December 26, 2004 Jon Shell Elizabethrton, TN I look forward to hearing you guys sometime. I've a friend who saw you on Arkansas public TV. He said that he enjoyed your music and one of you has a voice like Allison Krause! God bless in all you do.

December 25, 2004 Christine Snyder Greenville, Ohio I caught your show on WIPB-Muncie Indiana on Christmas evening. I thoroughly enjoyed the music and the cozy homey setting. The most wonderful thing was the message about our savior----keep up the good work.

December 25, 2004 Larry Frew Springfield, Ohio WE Very much enjoyed your Christmas Special. Found it by Accident while Surfing channels. I drive a Truck for a living and Had just got in from a 700 mile drive so I could be home with my family for the last few hours of Christmas. It was a wonderful way to Un Wind. Merry christmas to all of you from our family.

December 25, 2004 Linda Jones Ironton, Missouri www.barryjonesfamily.com We are listening to your family for the first time,on PBS. It is refreshing to see a family working in the ministry for our blessed Lord and Saviour.Hope we will meet somewhere sometime.If you're ever in Missouri,drop us a line.

December 25, 2004 Gladys Painter Maumelle, Ar My husband and I heard you on PBS today for the first time. We could not believe how beautiful the music was!!!! We hope to buy some CD's. :) We have 3 girls and a boy and our hope and dream is to sing together for the Lord and bless his people. It's groups like yours that keep us hopeful . Praying that God will bless our family to bless HIS family! Keep up the GREAT work. The Painters

December 25, 2004 Annette Edwards Canton, NC Really enjoyed your Christmas show on PBS

December 25, 2004 jamie comer cherryville, n.c. just saw your christmas special on unc tv simply the best awsome job merry christmas amd a happy new year

December 25, 2004 D Knox Concord , NC Allison Krause and Union Station couldnt hold a candle to the Cockman Family and this no lie. Lets face fact that they are from Illinois where this kind of bluegrass mountain picking and singing is as foreign as southern fried chicken. They have made fame and millions off copying the true originals of NC like the Cockmans or others and incredibly are being billed as the greatest ever by the media knownothings. Cockmans like the Ricky Scaggs and Flatts and Scruggs others are born and bred in this land and grew up as true blue original artists playing the great wonderful music of their forefathers who were tied to this land in body spit and soul. When we want the pretenders we will listen to Union Station. When we want the real deal we listen to NCs own Cockmans( or Ricky, Earl, Lester etc). You cant beat the real thing!

December 25, 2004 Wayne Stutts Greensboro, NC I first heard you with Arthur Smith several years ago. I fell in love with your music and am now watching your Christmas special on Christmas Day. It is just wonderfull and I am going to Walmart looking for your CD's. Merry Christmas

December 25, 2004 doug williamson west virginia dec 25 2005 what a blessing on pbs .great i am a promoter in logan wva . i have just had the crabb family. anyway they w willbe back with me on april 23 2005 i would like to have some information sent to me. tell me about that date and we may work out something. my prayer is god keep you all doing his great work. thanks again doug willliamson

December 24, 2004 Steve Wright Anchorage, Alaska you was great on TV, you Bless my family with your singing, bless all your family

December 24, 2004 Richard Reece Evansville, IN Just saw your Christmas special on PBS and loved it. Simply the best! Merry Christmas!!!

December 23, 2004 ROSEMARY KANSAS, MO God bless you and may His arms embrace you all,that where you go, you'll be a blessing to the audience,visibly and unvisibly.You're a blessing, GOD BLESS YOU SO MUCH.

December 23, 2004 Gary & Jennie Galloway Wilmington, NC We really enjoyed the Christmas concert which we saw on UNC public television. We also have an earlier album of yours which we really enjoy (There is a Highway?). God Bless.

December 23, 2004 diana tecumseh, ok I have seen your special on the 16th on pbs. My husband enjoyed it so much and were glad to see a wholesome program. God bless you all.

December 22, 2004 LOT KAMANGA BINDURA, ZIMBABWE Looking forward from you brother in christ

December 21, 2004 Gary Freeland Winterset, Iowa I very much enjoyed hearing your Christmas special on Iowa Public Television. My favorite song was "Christmas Lullaby"!! God Bless your ministry!

December 19, 2004 Verne Logan Johnston, IOWA My wife and I had the joy of hearing your group today. We were truly blessed by your music. Thank you and may God bless you and yours.

December 18, 2004 Rick, Rita, Wedding Owensboro, KY Just so happen to turn the the tv to something better to watch and got to hear you guys.. Very much enjoyed your music and playing. You look like a very holliness family. Iam glad KET put you on the air. Just thought they might have a site, cause i wanted to tell you how you blessed our home. We all play and sing in church, and love to hear others spread the gospel. God Bless

December 18, 2004 Lois Gabriel Maggie Valley, NC Hello to the wonderful Cockman family! I had the privilege of growing up in Sherrills Ford, NC with Jane Gabriel Cockman and her future father-in-law, the Reverand Cockman was our minister, the kindest hearted man I ever met. I was and am thrilled to see the Cockman family performing and recording their fabulous music. IS IT MY IMAGINATION OR DOES CAROLINE SOUND A LOT LIKE ALISON KRAUSE? They both have that wonderful lullaby like voice that is so hauntingly addictive. I was delighted the other night to see their PBS special regarding the holidays and rest assured, will be glued to the set when it comes on again. Jane is as beautiful as she ever was and her family is the stuff of legendary devotion to their parents and their music. So, kudos to you Jane and for making such a wonderful marriage and success with your life. I always knew you would. Love, Lois Gabriel now living in Maggie Valley, NC Thanks so much!

EDITOR'S NOTE: Thank you. Mama wrote the song, and it is on our "Keep on the Firing Line" album. December 17, 2004 Shirley Wildman Lake Wales, Florida I heard your song, deep settled peace in my heart. I love it, asked the Christian book store to no avail. Found out your last name and took a chance of putting it in online and found you. I must have this song. God bless.

December 17, 2004 richard hunsucker asheboro, NC I enjoy your music and your programs. God bless you!!!

EDITOR'S NOTE: Thank you. Our CD, "Maker of the Stars", is the soundtrack to the PBS Program. December 16, 2004 Michael G. Murray Norfolk, Virginia Just viewed your UNC Christmas show (12/16/04) ... it was truly wonderful and majestic in the simplicity and beauty of the songs and music. The family setting was heart warming and is without a doubt a special gift that the rest of us can only dream of. Please let me know if you have a CD of these or similar gospel songs (or any of your music) that I can purchase. Best regards and peace on earth to all, Michael

December 16, 2004 Rev. Leonard Doucette Durham, NC Enjoyed your "Family Christmas." What a talented family! Thanks for sharing your musical gifts.

December 16, 2004 Sondra Cullipher Fuquay-Varina, NC Your family is a real blessing. I stumbled on your Christmas special on UNC TV, so glad I found yall.God bless & keep all of you.

December 16, 2004 Ester Palermo Italia Pace sono una sorella di Palermo, ho visitato il vostro sito e trovo che sia molto interessante. Belli i cantici, e complimenti per la vostra bella famiglia!! God bless you!! Peace.

December 14, 2004 dave cockman exmouth devon, england Hi all came across your web site would like to know more. As you can see from my name we have a common intrest, bye for now dave cockman

December 12, 2004 Dean Covington Wilmington, NC Got to see you folks for the first time last night at Lake Junaluska. You were great! My wife and I really enjoyed your concert and look forward to seeing you again some time soon.

December 12, 2004 Beatrice Thomas Wellington, New Zealand Thanks a lot for the CDs. They arrived safe and sound a couple of days ago and we are really enjoying them. (Just a few cracked CD cases, that's all). Would it breach copyright to send some of your CDs to our Christian National Radio station, Radio Rhema, for them to play your songs?

December 10, 2004 Chris Garrett Murfreesboro, TN It's been a long time since we've seen ya'll. I hope everybody is doing good. We still listen to the CD's often. Hope to hear from you soon. God Bless Chris, Carrie and Mason Garrett

December 10, 2004 Kevin Ward Maiden, NC Just wanted to say thanks for all John Cockman Sr has done for me at Maiden High and congrats to the whole family on another great year with the Christmas program going national. Keep writing and worship the great gospel.

December 8, 2004 Jotham Chiwenga Harare, Zimbabwe I like praise and worship. When I discovered the messagelinks website, I was so happy such that I found you listed but has difficulties getting songs onto my PC

December 7, 2004 William M. Murrow Charleston, South Carolina

December 7, 2004 Rev. Willard Everitt Weedsport, New York We enjoyed your presentation on Public Broadcasting WCNY out of Syracuse , NY.God bless you in your ministry. We would love to know if you ever come to the Central New York area.

December 7, 2004 Judith Everitt Weedsport, NY We were introduced to you by the fundraiser on our local PBS cable station. We loved your "low-key" approach and your clear Gospel message! Thanks for a program we really enjoyed! In His Service, Judith Everitt

December 5, 2004 Robert Billings Stanley, NC I saw the show (12/3/04) at Stowe Gardens. Great performance!!

December 2, 2004 Jonathan Surrey, Canada

December 1, 2004 George W Kelly puyallup, wa A friend of my let me borrow a C.D. of yours I realy liked what I heard. and by the manner of dress it seams that you are belevers of holyness

November 30, 2004 Voices of Peace Potter, Wisconsin www.voicesofpeace.net Love your web site and your music. I'm looking to download your song A Deep Settled Peace. Just can not do it. Our group is looking for new songs and we really love the song. Please check out our web site. and let us know what you think. Also check out our VOP Gospel Music Fest in 2005. Please let us know about the song. In His Service, Tom Balliew ( VOP )

November 22, 2004 HILDA SHELLEM PINEBLUFF, NORTH CAROLINA I was at Sandhills Assembly,Southern Pines,11/21/04.thats my home church.I wanted you know I relly enjoyed the music,I also have 4 sons,and 1 daugther,10 grandchildren,and 4 great grandchildren, there will be 32 with me for thanksgiving!! May God bless you and family with a blessed Thanksgiving

November 18, 2004 Andy Indian Trail, The state of confusion Hey!

November 18, 2004 Mark A Moss Elon, N C

November 17, 2004 Bob Porter Houston, Texas Praise the Lord for the good news for Ben and Jessie. The Lord works in many ways we fail to understand. Love the Christmas DVD I received. Seen it twice so far.

November 16, 2004 Holly Baker Springville, Indiana Praying for Ben's sight!!! My dad has one eye, and his good eye has a lot of problems. I can really empathize with you on this and hopefully pray more desperately!!!

November 16, 2004 Brandy Stanley Ramseur, North Carolina Praying that GOD will restore Ben's sight. Only Believe. Romans 8:28!!!

EDITOR'S NOTE: Please be in prayer for Ben's vision, that God will heal and restore. November 15, 2004 Ron Frankl NYC My thoughts and prayers are with Ben and the entire family.

November 15, 2004 Maura Thompson Asheville, NC Sorry I wrote twice already but I heard about Caroline's baby!! How old is she now! When are you going to get more pictures of her? She is very cute! You guys are great and I love your songs!! Christ's love, Maura

November 11, 2004 Maura Thompson Asheville, NC, North Carolina I love your playing! I go to shindig every saturday and I love hearing you play! Samuel is so cute playing his guitar!

EDITOR'S NOTE: Overseas shipping is no different from Continental U.S., and we require payment before we ship. However, for the low cost of two round-trip plane tickets, I will gladly deliver them personally to your front door! November 6, 2004 Beatrice Thomas Wellington, New Zealand Hi there! We really enjoy your music. I would like to order some CDs and wondered how much you charge for postage and packaging to send to NZ. Thanks and God bless you abundantly Beatrice.

November 2, 2004 Joseph Canada Gainesville, GA I've enojoy your music, and ministry, great website.. God Bless you.. visit us.. Joseph:.

October 29, 2004 Shirley Ludwick Salisbury, NC Heard you at the Relay for Life concert in Salisbury. Really enjoyed your music. May God continue to bless your family.

October 26, 2004 BEVERLY CULLER BUSBEE RD, SEAGROVE NC I SAW THE COCKMAN FAMILY FOR THE FIRST TIME IN SALISBURY YOU GUYS WERE GREAT AND I REALLY ENJOYED YOUR MUSIC KEEP UP THE WORK FOR THE LORD GOD BLESS

October 25, 2004 Maryjoy delligos Manila, Philippines Bleesed be the name of the Lord Who hath bless us in spiritual blessings.. Hi,your website is interesting and awesome!! Its such a nice way that whatever talents do we have must should offer to the Lord.. God bless you in everything you do!

October 24, 2004 Susan Conover, NC, USA Congratulations on the addition of Jeremiah Bryan to the family! He's a real cutie! Sharon, a special CONGRATS to you as a new Grandma! Hugs, Susan (Loria's Mom)

EDITOR'S NOTE: Yes, she's here! Lydia Jane Fisher was born October 22! October 22, 2004 Rache Shepherd Salisbury, NC We enjoyed your show at the relay for life last Sat.night. How is Caroline and has she given birth yet. Please advise. Hope and pray all is well. God Bless............ Rachel Shepherd

October 20, 2004 Alex Cockman Pittsboro, NC Hi! Your music makes me smile all the while remembering a simpler time. Thanks.

October 19, 2004 Roland L Cockman Reeds, Mo.

October 18, 2004 arol Culler Seagrove, NC Saw the Cockman Family on Saturday night and loved you all cannot wait to see you all again. Keep up the work for the Lord and God Bless you all.

October 18, 2004 Brenda Cassady Robbins, NC, NC I saw the Cockman Family for the first time Saturday night at Catawba. They are awesome. I love bluegrass! A family truly blessed by God in their musical talents. I enjoyed them a great deal and hope to see them again soon! Best of luck to Caroline as the "due" data approaches.

October 18, 2004 Freeman Joe Gao-ay davao city , phillipines greetings in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. i always pray that God will give us a good health all the time. you know brother/sister i really love end-time music. i have my tape collections of brother donny reagan, the lafontaine etc, and i will pray that i can have your songs too, if God's will.. why not:) God Bless You.

October 17, 2004 Betty Cockman McColm Southaven, Mississippi My sister sent me this site. It is always good to find family. My brother and I visited the Carolinas a few years back and visited the Cockman cemetery.

October 17, 2004 Shea Babb Elizabethton , Tennessee Congratulations to Billy & Jamie . I miss seeing you guys since I moved from Bro. Reagans . But i always check the website to see what's happening . I hope all is well with each of you . May God Bless & keep you .

October 16, 2004 Beverly (Cockman) Terrill Grain Valley, MO Came across your name when looking at the singing news website so just had to write since we might be related. I'm not much into family trees but have sent the info on to my brother and sister who are.

October 13, 2004 Johnny and Rebecca Fisher Mesa , Arizona Dear Cockmans, As Message believers our family really enjoys your music. What is especially a blessing is how you put God's Word into your songs. We would love to see you out here in Arizona in concert!

October 13, 2004 Bob Porter Houston, Texas Saw your announcement in Singing News web page and am anxious to see the DVD. Have never heard you before but love blue grass and this sounds like my kind of a DVD.

October 9, 2004 Lyndon L Mills Gastonia, NC Hey guys, I never fail to get a thrill and a blessing whenever I hear you all play and sing...You all do a remarkable job Playing your chosen instrument...Truly Professional...I know of no one or group who I love to watch and hear than the Cockman family...God has truly blessed you all will a bucketload of talent...every single (and married)one of you...Your good wholesome entertainment goes beyond the scope of regular entertainment to a much higher level...when listening to your fabulous instrumentals, it can bring tears of joy to my eyes, you know you are doing the right thing...God bless in everything you do...My prayers are always with you... Thanks for doing what you do in such a marvelous way...

October 9, 2004 Linda Parker Gastonia, NC I got a blessing today from yall while at Cotton Ginning Day in Dallas. Look forward to seeing you again next year. Please let us know when Caroline has her baby and if the other baby has arrived yet. Got bless each of you.

EDITOR'S NOTE: Thanks Sven. I changed the entry to "State or Country". Great idea! October 9, 2004 Sven Kristiansand, Norway Hello! Are only Americans allowed to sign this site? <grin> How 'bout a N/A for 'state or province' for the foreigners? Never been at a concert. I'm from Norway. Have heard several songs though. I like it Regards, Sven

October 9, 2004 Heavensent Ministries Kiston, NC http://www.heavensentnc.com Nice SITE! KEEP ON KEEPING ON FOR THE LORD

October 8, 2004 Clement Kalanje Lilongwe (Malawi), I got your CD from a fellow believer and I am enjoying it. May God bless every effort you are doing towards your singin ministry.

October 7, 2004 Brice Marie Voetberg Chehalis, WA http://www.voetbergfamily.com Hello! I was so excited to find your website! We have a family band, but we are all still pretty young and are still learning and figuring out how we want to go about things. I would love to be able to talk with you guys about how is has been. Kind Regards and God bless you all.

September 30, 2004 Barry Shaw Maiden, NC We really enjoyed the Christmas special. Glad to here that it is going nationwide!! May God continue to bless your family.

September 29, 2004 Nancy Lee Lilly Staetsville, NC September 29, 2004 It never ceases to amaze me how talented the Cockman Family is! I don't have enough room to express my thoughts about each of you so I shall say, You're WONDERFUL! Keep up the good work!

September 21, 2004 Andy Helms Maiden, NC You all did a great job playing out at Murray's Mill. The Christmas Special was just as good. Keep up the good work. God Bless.

EDITOR'S NOTE: I think this post is in reference to me forgetting the words to the second verse of Mama's "A Love Song" at Woodlawn Baptist. Ben covered for me... September 21, 2004 Fly on the wall Charlotte, NC Who Are You? I am.....John? ,:) Sing it bro. Ben HAHA Good Concert ya'll

September 20, 2004 Joyce Kiboma Dar Es Salaam, I would like to listen your songs

September 19, 2004 Brenda Morgan-Goble Sherrills ford, NC I first heard you perform at the benefit concert at Mt. Pleasant Church. You were wonderful. Thank you for praising God in all that you do!

September 14, 2004 Tiffany Archer Maiden, NC I like ya'lls singing, ya'll were at my church Sunday, I go to Center View Baptist Church. I love ya'lls singing, I enjoyed it alot.

September 13, 2004 Cyndi Lisk Maiden, NC Just wanted to say that once again your family and your music is a blessing. We have seen you several times and saw you again last night at the Tent Revival at Center View. I do have a question....I understand that Billy teaches banjo lessons and we have a 5 year old soon to be 6, son who has talked about wanting to learn...is there a way I can contact him to discuss? Thanks again for your inspirational music. Your family truly demonstrates the word family.

September 12, 2004 Becky Jones Sherrills Ford, NC You guys are wonderful. We first saw you at Denver Baptist Church a couple years ago for our homecoming. Went to Centerview Baptist tonight (9-12) for the tent revival. One of my boys went to school with Caroline, another boy and his wife went to school with another boy - they are 27-28 - this same boy new your son at appalachain. Just wanted to tell you my family thinks you guys are the best - we truly love your music. Keep on spreading the love of God through your awesome music. Becky Jones

September 12, 2004 Star Gregory Kannapolis, NC Saw you on Sunday, Sept. 12, 2004 at First Wesleyan Church, for our Homecoming. You are truly blessed and as far as a group of gospel singers, I have not heard any others as good as you. And I have heard alot of them. God Bless all your family. You told of your website at the concert.

September 11, 2004 Sharlene Smith Sherrills Ford, NC I attended the benefit at Mt. Pleasant Methodist Church. It was the first time I had seen you in person. God gave all of you awesome talents and what a blessing it is to see you glorify HIS holy name with your music. I'll be going to Maiden on Sunday to see you again.

September 9, 2004 sallyharris birmingham, AL I want to meet yall.Yall look very nice.bye

September 7, 2004 Marvin Andrews Jr. Hamptonville, NC Looking forward to playing with you guys at boanock school. See you there.

September 6, 2004 Charlotte & Harry O'Rear Waynesville, NC Hi John,Jr., We enjoyed the performances, both nights of the Smoky Mtn. Folk Festival this past weekend. The Cockman Family is always our favorite and we have all your CD's and now your DVD. We would like to get on your list for your newsletter. Charlotte

September 6, 2004 norman ryan Americus, GA message for john sr. and entire family..really enjoyed your junaluska performance...God bless you all...john sr.; hope things are going well for you and the mrs. call me if your in the americus area...

August 30, 2004 STEVEN/TERESA JORDAN MOREHEAD CITY, NC hey ya'll hope all is well

August 30, 2004 Michael Cockman Portsmouth, VA

August 24, 2004 Judy Barba League City, TX KJIC Where can I purchase your music?!

August 23, 2004 Charla Weiser Ferny Creek, Vic. Australia, NC I really enjoy your music. You all are very gifted! I am from Swannanoa, NC but have been in Australia since 1991 when I got married. I found your site on a Bluegrass Magazine link (I forget which one) over a year ago. Keep up the great music!

August 17, 2004 Rose Sullivan Selma, NC I attended your Aug. 14 concert at St. Luke's Episcopal Church in Boone with my parents, Ruth & Wilbert Hill and my sister, Debbie Flowers and her husband, Larry. We really did enjoy the music and the gospel you presented in each song. I have a 45 minute commute to work each day and I always listen to your CD's and tapes. You will never know just how much your music blesses me every day. Your wonderful family values shine like a beacon. My favorite song is "In the Secret of Your Presence". Thanks for singing it for me, Billy! God bless you all!

August 9, 2004 Kathy &Dick Roberts Weaverville, NC We enjoyed seeing your growing family at the Shindig on the Green & the MTN. Dance and Folk Festival in Asheville recently. We especially enjoyed the next generation of Cockman's. Thank you for passing on your God given gifts to your little ones. Can't wait to meet the next three on line over the next few months. May God continue to bless your families and music. Sincerely Dick, Margret and niece Kathy Roberts in Weaverville NC

August 3, 2004 Mary Elizabeth Stith Greensboro/Lake Junaluska, NC I heard you guys years ago at a United Methodist district meeting. You were very young and much shorter! We went in the sanctuary very reluctantly to hear you and were blown away!! We have kept up with you and I was responsible for having you give a concert at our church when my husband was minister at First United Methodist Church in Hendersonville, NC. I especially appreciate your performing at Smoky Mountain Festival at Lake Junaluska. Blessings to you all and your growing family.

August 2, 2004 DEBRA PERKINS ROXBORO, NC

July 28, 2004 Nancy Lilly I want you to know that I have been watching this family for a long long time and am very pleased to say, "What a Great Family and What Great Talent" You are SUPER! KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK! God's continued blessings on all of you.

July 28, 2004 Damien Eckes Hello there, your family has a beautiful sound and I am so thankful to God that you are all here on this Earth. You're truly a gift from God. God bless and be safe!

July 28, 2004 Diane, Mike and Mary Trinque Hey there. Your family inspires us every time we hear them. Thank you for sharing your beautiful gift with all of us. God Bless you and keep you all.

July 27, 2004 Margie Swann My sister goes to the FBC in Asheville and told me what a wonderful concert you did for them. Are you coming to McDowell County any time?

July 27, 2004 Paul Oliver May God continue to Bless your music ministry as it continues to Bless many bros & sisters who appreciate Good Bluegrass Gospel music. Y'all very talented & Keep up the good Work. God Bless you!

July 25, 2004 Joyce Vaughan Byars I was delighted my Church, First Baptist of Asheville had you folks as part of our 175th Year Concert Celebration. I was honored to have seen your Christmas Special in my first year living here in Asheville this Christmas past (moving up from Greenville, SC end of last summer). I met you, Caroline, in the hallway this evening while Billy Jackson was performing, and mentioned I had seen the "Special" and I hoped it would be on again...delighted to hear that it will...that is such wholesome entertainment. Brings back some of the good ole' days!!! It is good to know that I have such fine brothers and sisters in Christ and I look forward to more of your musical evangelism in the future. Love in Christ, Joyce Vaughan Byars

July 23, 2004 Andrew Cross Howdy Ya'll I like Your Website its Great Keep up the Good Gospel Bluegrass Music God Bless Ya

July 21, 2004 Wazza Amazing what you can find on the internet. Winners are grinners

July 20, 2004 Holly Baker Just wanted to compliment you on your awesome music. I have two of your CD's and one of your tapes, and they have been a blessing! I think you do a great job of sticking with the message of the hour, and you present it well. From one musician to another (I play the upright bass and sing in my family's gospel group) I must say that your instrumentation is outstanding- top of the line. Your harmonies are well done, and Caroline has a great voice for the bluegrass gospel sound. (Good range, too.) It's awesome that you are writing your own music because not everybody can write a song with inspiring lyrics and an amazing tune. My favorite song is "How Can Two Walk Together." The words are meaningful and not just thrown together to rhyme. The tune is an awesome, catchy toe-tapper! I give you guys 5 stars!

July 18, 2004 Miriam Williams Attended Doc Watson Musicfest. Enjoyed your family so much. Everytime we see you always great show.Think your father mentioned your website so checked it out. Very neat website. Found Ralph and myself on 1 of your pictures made at the musicfest.

July 16, 2004 Matt Cross Canadian Blues Prot�g� Matt Cross here to say the site is great, keep up the good work.

July 16, 2004 John Cockman, Jr. Boone, NC Welcome to the Cockman Family Guest Book! I'd like to be the first to sign our book, and to formally welcome you to this area of our site. I know that your messages will be a blessing and an inspiration to us. Thank you! John Cockman, Jr.