Kirk & Debbi Grosch
March 28, 2008
Drexel, I have still hung on to a copy of a past sermon you preached, "Blood In The Glue." Bless you, Debbi
Drexel Rayford: Guestbook
Dorothy McElrath
March 11, 2008
Hi Drexel, I was an MK in Munich when you were in Austria...I've always remembered "White Dove" and still sing bits of it to myself. I googled on a whim and found your site. How fun to find you. - Dorothy
Joyce and Fred Hooker
March 7, 2008
Sharyn Jones' father and I would like to express our thanks and appreciation for the lovely service you provided. I told someone, later in the day, that I would consider joining a church if I knew you would be there.
Thanks again,
Joyce Hooker (Sharyn's step mom)
Diane Miller
March 6, 2008
I enjoyed reading about your musical talents and the history of your recording career. But, musically, of course, I will always remember you for your performance of the songs you played at my sister's memorial service. Thank you so much.
Diane
Marsh Smith
December 27, 2007
Ehh, what's up Doc? Just read about your accident, glad you're ok. Perhaps that chain could've used A Little Bit O' Polish...
Anyway, I hope you had a Merry Christmas and wish you a Happy New Year!
~ Marsh
"I don't make this mess... it just becomes one."
paul bobal
December 19, 2007
i just dropped by to say "hi" to an old friend... i hope you have a glorious holiday season... all the best
kathy taley grey
December 13, 2007
Hey Drexel! You can't imagine how much I enjoyed reading your bio. To say you've led a full life since our high school days would be somewhat of an understatement. You're still the guy in the 70's picture in my mind. Thanks for sharing your life and music. All I can say is . . . WOW! God is faithful. Stay in touch, Kathy
Mike Harton
November 21, 2007
Love Cherokee Road! Especially appreciate "Roll Call," an autobiographical personal/theological/philosophical position statement, I presume!
Interesting proposition:
November 14, 2007
being asked to sign my name prompts serious (seriously!) questions about relationships. Signing "Philip Pate" sounds so formal, and suggests that you will not know me by the slightest change I provoke in your state (referencing a conversation today)-I don't want to come back a stranger {thank you Robin and Linda-thank you for pointing me to the song}; "Phil" sound so casual as to be dismissive (and is, I just now realized [seriously] a name by which I never refer to myself); "Your buddy" sounds like junior high school; and on and on. Having to name oneself to a good friend is somewhat of a conundrum. Or is this more (or mere) solipsism?
Anyway, it was great seeing you and getting to see you in your real environment. You are "sticky," but in all the right senses.
The vagrants' photo brought a tear (not seriously, but metaphorically) to my eye: Lord do I miss that group.
Anyway, the next time I am in town, let's have a longer chat. We have only scratched the surface, I surmise.
Philip. (the signing a letter is so much less conflicting than signing a guest book)
Randy England
October 11, 2007
hey Drexel, haven't seen you in years. I hope to you in Louisa
on Oct 28th.
Chris English
October 2, 2007
By the way, what "crash?"
Chris English
October 2, 2007
Hey pardner, let's keep in touch...better
From Drexel to Steve Silcox
August 11, 2007
Hey Steve! Great to hear from you! Of course I remember! Write me a note at drexelrayford@comcast.net.
Steve silcox
August 8, 2007
hey Drexel, haven't seen you in years. I hope you remember me from Nirton's and seminary. I hope you are well.
Warren King
July 22, 2007
Awesome, just found your website. This is very cool. Can't wait to hear more of your music.
Earl & Susan Neal
July 7, 2007
It was great to see and hear you today. I've got Cherokee Road on the CD. VERY NICE! Good Luck on your contest.
Rick and Gayla Joyner
June 16, 2007
Drexel:
Awesome concert and CD! We really appreciate all of the talents you have brought to our church!!
Glenn Graves
June 12, 2007
thanks for sharing your music
Malcolm Marler
June 11, 2007
Drexel Rayford is one of the most authentic, multi-talented people I've ever known, what a gift to the world he is! He especially makes me laugh, which is a good thing.
Blottners
June 8, 2007
Drexel:
What a beautiful album and a super concert! We were truly moved. Awesome to see your family up there! Loved the song for Julie- think you can talk to Woody? You're the best! Thanks for all that you do!
Michele Tilley
June 4, 2007
What an awesome concert! You (and your family) are so talented in so many ways! Can't wait to hear more!
Todd Ball
June 3, 2007
Fantastic Concert, you're a great entertainer, not to mention vocalist and musician!! My favorites were Back on The Slide and Santa Fe. An inspiring way to spend an evening!!
Joy Granger
June 1, 2007
Drex!
This site is wonderful and the CD is even better. I especially like tracks 3 and 10. "Cherokee Road" is so beautiful and I've been humming the "Santa Fe" tune around the office all week! Thanks for sharing... and you need to bring your tour to Colorado! :-)
Oh, and Andy says "Bart Star is the best... can't wait to hear the live version again with Melissa harmonizing!"
We love you!
Joy and Andy:-D
Kay Smith
June 1, 2007
Great music, Drexel. What took you so long?
Gabi
June 1, 2007
Hey Drexel!
Wahnsinn, ich freu mich so für dich! Am liebsten würd ich zu dem Konzert kommen ;=)
Fühl dich ganz fest 'umarmt' von deiner österreichischen Tochter!
Elisabeth
May 31, 2007
Lieber Drexel!
Es ist großartig zu sehen, was du alles machst. Der Herr segne dich bei deinen Vorhaben.
Mit lieben Grüßen aus deiner Lieblingsstadt,
Elisabeth
Bonnie and Don Gouldin
May 28, 2007
Love your website and all the wonderful talents you bring to Walnut Grove and Mechanicsville!
Lynn and Karen Smith
May 27, 2007
May 27,2007
Great to see you are keeping the tunes coming. Best of luck on your release concert!
Alex
May 25, 2007
Great work!
Todd Fearnow
May 25, 2007
Cool web site!!
Ralph Starling
May 23, 2007
Awesome!
Mark and Kristin
May 14, 2007
AWESOME. You're the best.
We love your music.
Randy and Jackie King
May 11, 2007
Drexel, the web site is great. Thanks for sending me the the information. The music is terrific and the pictures are really good. Tell Julie and Melissa we said Hi and send our love.
Ben and Suzette McIlwaine
May 6, 2007
We really like your website, Drexel! It is totally awesome and we are going to listen to everyone of the songs listed. Can't wait to get your CD. By the way, you are very handsome!