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Beautiful Mess The Story of Diamond Rio
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On 3/17 Liz Reeves wrote: I've got to be honest. BookSneeze (formerly Thomas Nelson book review bloggers) sent me this book MONTHS ago. I've tried. Really, really tried. I love biographies that tell a "God story". I love to see the testimony of God's grace & divine leadership in a person's life. Seriously, those are ... Book Review: Beautiful Mess The Story of Diamond Rio
On 3/4 Harmony Wheeler wrote: I like country music. It’s OK. And I like a good story about someone conquering life’s challenges. So, Diamond Rio’s “Beautiful Mess” seemed like a choice read for me, even though I’d never heard of the country group before. The title captured my attention, along with the interesting ... Review: Beautiful Mess
On 2/27 TheRedhead Riter wrote: Life is not always easy. Never give up on your goals and dreams because the journey is worth it! Beautiful Mess is the story of the band Diamond Rio. Each members history, from childhood to the present, is recounted. The story includes the "beautiful mess" called adversities and trials along with the ... Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio
On 2/24 Dawn Harvey wrote: Beautiful Mess is the story of the band Diamond Rio, starting with each member’s story from a child up, and finishing with “where they are now,” and including their rise to fame, triumphs and struggles in the middle. It is a comprehensive look at six different (very different!) men and how they became not only ... Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio (with Tom Roland)
On 2/18 Renee' McMichael wrote: This was a really interesting book! I have always enjoyed Diamond Rio's music but I had no ideal of the history and all they went through to get where they are now. This book is a well written and chock full of tales regarding the groups highlights and challenges as well as each of the members individual ... Beautiful Mess ~ The Story of Diamond Rio by Diamond Rio with Tom Roland
On 2/16 Sarah Scott wrote: Book Description (From the Thomas Nelson website)Can a band comprised of six very talented but very different musicians make a difference with their music?What made it possible for Diamond Rio to weather the storms inherent in the fickle world of fame and fortune and go more than two decades without ... Beautiful Mess by Diamond Rio and Review
On 2/15 Tiffani Riggers wrote: I'm a country music fan, and in fact, I'm a Diamond Rio fan. Ever since the early 90's, when my H.S. boyfriend, Brad, played country all the time in his toyota truck. I lived in Seattle, and Brad is Korean, so even though country in a truck are stereotypical, neither of us were stereotypical country ... Book Review: Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio (by Diamond Rio with Tom Roland)
On 2/13 J Renee Archer wrote: Beautiful Mess is a beautifully written biography about the messy history of the band, Diamond Rio. Tom Roland assists the Country band in telling the details of their years together. A common theme throughout the book is unity and commitment within and to Diamond Rio. This is proven repeatedly through ... Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio
On 2/13 Ujwal Surampalli wrote: "Diamond Rio is an American country music band formed in 1984 in Nashville, Tennessee. Since its foundation, the group has comprised the same six members: Gene Johnson (mandolin, guitar, fiddle, tenor vocals), Jimmy Olander (lead guitar, Dobro, Danelectro, banjo), Brian Prout (drums), Marty Roe (lead ... Beautiful Mess: A book meant to get inspired and motivated
On 2/10 Laura Knoerr wrote: Disclaimer: I was a provided a free copy of this book to review for Thomas Nelson Publishers.I chose to read Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio without knowing who Diamond Rio was, and it seems to me that a book should be able to stand on its own merit as literature. However, I think that only ... Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio
On 2/3 Nicole Osmera wrote: I was recently given the opportunity to review the book Beautiful Mess, written by the band Diamond Rio along with Tom Roland. I can sing along to any Diamond Rio song that comes across my radio, but never before had I known the stories behind the songs. This book looks into the lives of each of the ... Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio, by Diamond Rio with Tom Roland
On 2/3 Terri Walsh wrote: I recently had the chance to review a complimentary book from Thomas Nelson Company called “Beautiful Mess the story of Diamond Rio.” This book takes you on a journey through the lives of each of the members of Diamond Rio. You get a look into their personal lives and with six guys in the band ... Diamond Rio Book Review and Give Away
On 2/3 cheryl pasquier wrote: The blurb on the back of the book says, "If your only exposure to Diamond Rio is the band's flawlessly layered harmonies and tender lyrics, you only know a fraction of the story." Well, if you live in Europe, the chances are you won't have even heard of Diamond Rio at all because they, and the whole ... Beautiful Mess : The Story of Diamond Rio
On 2/1 John Williams wrote: Diamond Rio burst on to the music scene about the same time I started to really get interested in music (especially country music), and quickly became one of my favorite country groups. Like many others, I was impressed with their masterful musicianship and tight vocal harmonies. Having been a fan, the ... Beautiful Mess - Diamond Rio
On 1/31 Jennifer McCarty wrote: For my first review with Thomas Nelson, I chose to read Beautiful Mess, the story of country band, Diamond Rio (written with the help of Tom Roland). Having been a huge fan of theirs for over 15 years, I was immediately drawn to the invitation of learning more about this great group of guys. Trust me ... Book Review- Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio
On 1/30 Doretta Mills wrote: Recently I read A Beautiful Mess, the story of Diamond Rio. For country music fans, this is a familiar name. Some of their hits include "Meet in the Middle" and "A Beautiful Mess." This book chronicles the "ups" and "downs" of the six musicians that comprise this award winning band. I enjoyed reading ... A Beautiful Mess
On 1/27 Ron Estrada wrote: Beautiful Mess by Tom Roland and the members of Diamond Rio is the story of how Diamond Rio, one of country music’s most successful groups ever, came into being. I loved this book and found it encouraging and inspirational, especially for a budding novelist. I’m not one to read biographies and have never had an inclination ... Book Review – Beautiful Mess by Tom Roland
On 1/25 Karen Jarman wrote: Review of "Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio" by Diamond Rio I have probably read a biography before for school or something, but it's definitely been awhile. I usually stick to non-fiction books, so when I agreed to read the book "Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio" by Diamond ... Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio by Diamond Rio
On 1/25 Michelle Washington wrote: I have recently recieved a copy I have recently recieved a copy of "Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio" from Tommy Nelson. I have to admit I was excited about reading the book; however, I was a little diappointed in it. The book seemed a little on the dry side to me. Some of the members seemed ... book review: Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio
On 1/24 Melanie Blair wrote: Thomas Nelson has started a new program called Book Sneeze where bloggers can get a book for free in exchange for agreeing to post a review about it upon reading. This post is part of this program. Who doesn't love free books?A native of Nashville, I was instantly intrigued with the idea of reading ... Book Review - Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio
On 1/18 Liz Grundvig wrote: After writing this post, I realized I did the whole thing wrong for what Thomas Nelson wanted. So, here is my review on this book about the country group Diamond Rio...Most everyone loves a secret, unless you are the one that has to carefully conceal it. Beautiful Mess begins with a secret. Just ... A Beautiful Mess
On 1/16 Marissa Anderson wrote: I just finished reading Beautiful Mess The Story of Diamond Rio. This book is a compilation of each of the six band members personal stories and the story behind Diamond Rio. You will learn about the band's roots, how they got started, and many of the trials they faced in becoming the award winning ... Beautiful Mess The Story of Diamond Rio with Tom Roland
On 1/15 Stacy Sander wrote: I recently read the book Beautiful Mess by the members of the country band Diamond Rio, written with Tom Roland. This book tells the personal stories of each of the 6 musicians in the band, as well as the story of their coming together as a band and their ups and downs through the years. Each of the ... Great Stories Within a Story
On 1/13 Jennifer Miller wrote: That little known secret the publisher mentioned was news to me. For the group to be so open about sharing their failings, as well as their reliance on God, was refreshing. This is a story of Diamond Rio's journey, from the beginning of the band through their most recent release. It also includes a lot ... Review of Beautiful Mess
On 1/13 Lynda Coker wrote: While reading this story of their years of struggle, success, struggle, and succees, I felt as though I'd been invited into their inner circle of close friends. I experienced the frustration, hurdles, and failures that burdened their early years. I soared with them through the awards and rewards of their ... Beautiful Mess
On 1/13 Vajresh Balaji wrote: Beautiful Mess is the story of six very different musicians who come together as one unit yet remain individuals. Through all of the ups and downs that effect each of their lives, the one thing from beginning to the present is their faith. Each of these guys acknowledge that God helped them get started ... Beautiful Mess by Diamond Rio
On 1/13 aimer gency wrote: Diamond rio that takes me back. Though i'm not really THAT old in retrospect it still takes me back I remember listening to them while in my grandmas car the song “meet in the middle” and boy it was great I sure loved that song when I was 4-5 and even still now I love it. So naturally I thought ... Beautiful mess
On 1/12 Melissa Bushey wrote: My Review: 3 out of 5 starsCan a band comprised of six very talented but very different musicians make a difference with their music?Diamond Rio is a country music band composed of Marty Roe, Dan Truman, Jimmy Olander, Brian Prout, Gene Johnson, and Dana Williams who got their stay at Opryland in Tennessee.Beautiful ... Book Review: Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio
On 1/11 Jonnie Hartling wrote: Can a band comprised of six very talented but very different musicians make a difference with their music? Beautiful Mess is a book about the hit country music band Diamond Rio. It starts out at a 2005 Fourth of July concert that went terribly wrong for the band and tells about the struggles they were ... Beautiful Mess - The Diamond Rio Story with Tom Roland
On 1/10 Jennifer Gregory wrote: What a Beautiful Mess was an interesting book, IF you care a bit for Diamond Rio, which I do. If you aren't a fan you would have to have some interest in the music industry at the very least to get anything out of this book. For someone with no working knowledge of nashville and a high level of interest ... Beautiful Mess
On 1/8 Jennifer Unsell wrote: Thomas Nelson Publishers Beautiful Mess, The Story of Diamond RioWith Tom RolandISBN 1-59555-268-5© 2009 by TRB partnersThomas Nelson, PublishersHdbk, 290 pp. with photosBook Description:Can a band comprised of six very talented but very different musicians make a difference with their music? What made ... Beautiful Mess- The Story of Diamond Rio with Tom Roland
On 1/5 Jody Todd wrote: We’ve only been living in Nashville for a little over a year and I’ve have to say this book has challenged my way of looking at the stars that often just live around the corner. It’s easy to get in the mindset that the big time musicians live in this little bubble of success and have these bigger ... Beautiful Mess
On 1/3 Freda Mans wrote: Book Description:Can a band comprised of six very talented but very different musicians make a difference with their music?What made it possible for Diamond Rio to weather the storms inherent in the fickle world of fame and fortune and go more than two decades without a single lineup change? Any reader ... Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio - Diamond Rio & Tom Roland
On 1/1 Geni White wrote: Beautiful Mess, the story of Diamond Rio With Tom Roland ISBN 1-59555-268-5 © 2009 by TRB partners Thomas Nelson, Publishers Hdbk, 290 pp. with photos What kept six musicians together for over twenty years as they became country music superstars, almost lost their reputation, then recovered to again ... superb Country music group
On 12/27 Wanda Robertson wrote: I was privileged to review the book Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio by Diamond Rio with Tom Roland. The book gives the reader a very detailed background of each member of the group, how they struggled to become part of a successful group, and how they all managed to be in the right place at ... Beautiful Mess is not a Mess!
On 12/24 Holly B wrote: About the book:Can a band comprised of six very talented but very different musicians make a difference with their music?What made it possible for Diamond Rio to weather the storms inherent in the fickle world of fame and fortune and go more than two decades without a single lineup change? Any reader ... Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio...Review
On 12/20 Donita Brown wrote: I confess, I’m a huge Diamond Rio fan…..of their music, not of this book, necessarily. Listening to their music reminds of being in high school (yes, I just dated myself). Of a simpler time when having a bad hair day was the worst thing that happened. If you are curious why Diamond Rio seemed ... Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio By Diamond Rio
On 12/20 Jennifer Kirby wrote: I knew “Beautiful Mess,” the story of Diamond Rio’s rise to fame and near fall from it (which turns out to be way less dramatic than the back cover would have you believe), wasn’t going to be my favorite book ever. I’m familiar with some of their songs, but I wouldn’t consider myself a fan. ... Book review: "Beautiful Mess"
On 12/17 Heidi Strawser wrote: What can I say? I'm a Diamond Rio fan. I have been, ever since their very first hit - Meet in the Middle - debuted on the country music charts in 1991. I was raised on music and, right away, I could tell that this was a band that I was going to love. The rich harmonies and the wonderful musical sounds ... Beautiful Mess by Diamond Rio (with Tom Roland)
On 12/15 Kristal Blanford wrote: The book, "Beautiful Mess" discusses how the band, Diamond Rio, came to be. From their beginning days at Opryland, to present time, this book will take you on the journey of Diamond Rio--allowing you to experience and learn about each hurdle this band faced. Diamond Rio faced many of the problems that ... Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio by Diamond Rio with Tom Roland
On 12/15 Dixie Phillips wrote: Recently my husband heard Diamond Rio minister through testimony and song at a men's retreat in Lynchburg, Virginia. He was deeply moved by their testimony. So when I saw Diamond Rio had a new book Beautiful Mess, I couldn't wait to get my hands on a copy. I loved how Beautiful Mess devoted a chapter ... Beautiful Mess - The Story of Diamond Rio
On 12/15 Nikki Simcox wrote: Beautiful Mess First off let me say that back in the “day” I was a huge Diamond Rio fan. As a matter of fact I told my DH when we started dating that if Diamond Rio ever came to Knoxville in concert that he had to take me. Not long after that we were able to see them at one of the Knoxville ... Beautiful Mess Diamond Rio Book Review
On 12/15 Deepak Nare wrote: Title: Beautiful Mess: The story of Diamond RioAuthor: Diamond Rio with Tom RolandPublisher: Thomas NelsonGenre: Biography/Business & CultureBuying Link: Click HereIt’s not that I’m a big fan of biographies, but Beautiful Mess is with a difference. This is the story of creation of a country music ... Beautiful Mess
On 12/14 patty rosellini wrote: If you are a Diamond Rio and country music you will love this story. The book features Marty, Dan, Jimmy, Brian, Gene and Dana and features lots of picture of their childhood and their families. It tells of the many problems they faced in their personal and private lives and their career. It shows ... A Beautiful Mess by Diamond Rio with Tom Roland.
On 12/14 Chris Lewis wrote: As the name indicates this book examines the rise and lives of the artists of Diamond Rio. While I have never been a HUGE fan of the band, there are definitely some songs that I have liked through the years and reading more about the backgrounds of these artists and what they had to go through to make ... Book Review - Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio
On 12/14 Diana Rogers wrote: Diamond Rio is a refreshing book for all musicians, band members and lovers of country music to read. I enjoyed many interesting details from the name quest of their band to good advice on the way to fame such as, "No, you gotta make a decision (about) who you are, what you wanna be. Pick one." From ... Must Read for All Musicians and Lovers of Country Music
On 12/10 Wendy Barrows wrote: Six different guys from 4 different states with 6 different musical backgrounds come together to form what started out as "The Tennessee River Boys" and ended up as the Popular Country Group known today as "Diamond Rio". A true behind-the-scenes look into the life of the band as a unit as well as their ... Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio, By Diamond Rio
On 12/9 Lauren Fox wrote: Beautiful Mess is a very inspiring book. If you wish to read a book consisting of pure truth, heart, friendship, and Jesus… you have found the right book. Beautiful Mess captures the heart within the first few pages. If you didn’t know that band before reading this book, it sure feels like you do. ... Beautiful Mess
On 12/9 Becky Leverett wrote: Beautiful Mess is a book based on getting to know the ground work of starting a band and what it takes to do so. It was definitely a wild ride. Like any other person, they had sad and hard times, but they also had joyous times. I really enjoyed the layout of this book; getting to know each man and his ... Beautiful Mess by Diamond Rio(with Tom Roland)
On 12/7 angie church wrote: Beautiful Mess story of Diamond Rioby Diamond RioThe book Beautiful Mess by Diamond Rio is a book that shares with readers and fans of Diamond Rio alike the story that some may never of heard. Six musicians with different styles and backgrounds came together to play wonderful music together. This book ... Book Review: Beautiful Mess story of Diamond Rio
On 12/7 Janet Morris Grimes wrote: Beautiful Mess chronicles the story of a group of six very different individuals who later became the country music sensation known as Diamond Rio. Highlighting the varied backgrounds of these men, their journey together as a group becomes even more inspiring as the reader discovers the obstacles they ... Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio
On 12/6 Gail Pruszkowski wrote: Beautiful Mess is a song that was recorded by the country music band Diamond Rio in 2002. It's also the title of their new book. I'm a fan of their music and I was excited to get a review copy of the book from the publisher, Thomas Nelson. Diamond Rio is a very successful band and I loved getting a look ... Beautiful Mess by Diamond Rio
On 12/5 Electra Masterson wrote: I am of the opinion that while it's a nice story about a fabulous band, it does seem to fall just short of being a bit of a yawn. Feeling the need to be honest here and tell you I found it slightly slow and uninteresting. That aside, it does also come across very sweet and humble. For those of us who ... Diamond Rio: A Beautiful Mess...Lacking
On 12/4 Jodie Peters wrote: This book is a fabulous read and worth every penny to read it!! It will warm your heart and have you falling in love with the guys of Diamond Rio and their music all over again. Diamond Rio has always been a truly brilliant group--now that I know their personal stories and what brought them all together ... Beautiful Mess The Story of Diamond Rio
On 11/30 Laura Johnson wrote: Beautiful Mess is the story of the country group called Diamond Rio. The group has been around for a little more than 20 years now and this book chronicles their journey in the music business. The book shares how the group was started and the ups and downs and hard work that it took to get them where ... Beautiful Mess by Diamond Rio
On 11/30 sarah caiafa wrote: I had a very hard time at first getting into this book. With that said once they got more into the individual stories I was more captivated. For those who don’t know Diamond Rio is a country music band that sings Beautiful Mess, I believe and my personal favorite One More day. They got their start ... Diamond Rio Beautful Mess
On 11/24 Emily Reviewer wrote: I had the opportunity to read the book, Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio compliments of Thomas Nelson Book and their Book Review Bloggers program.Despite a makeshift beginning in Opryland as the Tennessee River Boys, six committed band members persevered through personal and industry challenges ... Beautiful Mess Book Review
On 11/23 Dan Miller wrote: I just read the book titled Beautiful Mess. You might recognize the singers of the song by that name – and the authors of this book – Diamond Rio. In just hearing I Believe, Meet Me in the Middle or One More Day it’s easy to assume the group enjoying the fruits of their success. ... Beautiful Mess
On 11/23 Jessica Bolyard wrote: I recently had the chance to read and review Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio. They’re a country music group, and while I don’t consider myself a huge fan, I do like their music. Their songs “Meet in the Middle” and “Beautiful Mess” are classics in my book, as ... “Beautiful Mess,” by Diamond Rio, with Tom Roland
On 11/20 Jeannie Cooke wrote: Beautiful Mess: The Story Of Diamond Rio is the biography of one of Country Musics Finest bands, with hits such as Meet In The Middle, This Romeo Aint Got Julie Yet, Mirror Mirror and I Believe. It follows the humble beginnings of Marty Roe and Dan Truman as Opryland Theme Park Entertainers and their ... Book Review: Beautiful Mess
On 11/19 Laura lanham wrote: A BEAUTIFUL MESS As a book reviewer for Thomas Nelson Book Review Bloggers I received a copy of "Beautiful Mess" The story of Diamond Rio written by Tom Roland. It is an autobiographical book about the country band Diamond Rio. Their trials and tribulation with life and the music industry. Their personal ... Beautiful Mess
On 11/19 Troy Yanosik wrote: I have recently read a book, kind of an autobiography by Diamond Rio called "Beautiful Mess". I will be honest this book didn't grab me right away for two reasons. 1) I'm not a country music fan, and 2) I've never heard of Diamond Rio. What caught my attention with this book, was the story of how everything ... A good read for dreamers
On 11/18 Crystal Martin wrote: I just finished reading, for review, ‘Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio’. For those who may not know, Diamond Rio is a hugely popular country music band comprised of Marty Roe, Dan Truman, Jimmy Olander, Brian Prout, Gene Johnson, and Dana Williams, who got their humble start singing ... Review – Beautiful Mess The Story of Diamond Rio By Diamond Rio
On 11/18 Susan Beckman wrote: BEAUTIFUL MESSThe Story of Diamond RioBy Diamond Rio with Tom RolandFrom bluegrass music, to country music, and eventually to Christian Gospel music, I found it very interesting to learn the backgrounds and life stories of all six Diamond Rio band members. Although each one of them did have their ups ... Beautiful Mess Book Review
On 11/16 Bethany Fleishour wrote: A Beautiful Mess with Tom Roland is a biography/autobiography the country band, Diamond Rio. Rowland did a great job of communicating the full complete story. I have to admit that the book was a bit hard for me to get through. It contains alot of music lingo and many names which made it very difficult ... Book Review: A Beautiful Mess
On 11/13 LaDonna Harris wrote: Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rioby Diamond Rio with Tom Roland Are you a country music fan? Have you ever wondered about the lives of the artists / groups you listen to? I have. With a chapter for each member of the band Diamond Rio, you will get an in depth view of each man’s life before ... Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio By Diamond Rio with Tom Roland
On 11/13 Lori Poppinga wrote: In Beautiful Mess, Diamond Rio with Roland share the true story of the arduous road traveled to bring six musicians together to form a highly successful Country music presence. Beautiful Mess follows the journey of Gene Johnson, Dana Williams, Jimmy Olander, Marty Roe, Dan Truman, and Brian Prout. The ... Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio by Diamond Rio with Tom Roland
On 11/10 Carmen Lester wrote: BEAUTIFUL MESS, by Diamond Rio with Tom Roland I love the title of this book. It summarizes the story of Diamond Rio in 2 words! I found it a little hard to stick with it in the beginning - not sure what to expect with the story of the failed concert. However as the story progressed I realized there ... Beautiful Mess
On 11/10 Beth Gordon wrote: I have been a Diamond Rio fan for many years. I am the proud owner of a Diamond Rio red guitar pick caught in a concert many, many years ago that I attended with my sister! I was given the opportunity to read their story thanks to Thomas Nelson Publishers, so needless to say I jumped at the chance. Beautiful ... Beautiful Mess
On 11/8 Sabine Galvan wrote: I was given a chance to read this book by Thomas Nelson and I found it to be quite an interesting read. As a long time country music fan, I am familiar with a lot of Diamond Rio's songs and it was a joy to find out information about this group that started out at Tennessee's Opryland back in 1982. ... Book Review: Beatiful Mess
On 11/7 Cheria Rouse wrote: Title: Beautiful Mess The Story of Diamond Rio Author: Diamond Rio with Tom Roland ISBN: 978-1-5955-5268-6 Pages: 291 Beautiful Mess is the story of six very different musicians who come together as one unit yet remain individuals. Through all of the ups and downs that effect each of their lives, ... BEAUTIFUL MESS The Story of Diamond Rio
On 11/6 Ryan Moore wrote: I have been a Diamond Rio fan for a long time and so I had been wanting to get my hands on this book for a while. I've listened to Diamond Rio since I was very young. I loved the musically harmony and amazing lyrics that I heard from these guys. Reading this book and listening to their music again reminded ... Wonderful Book
On 11/5 Patty Leigh wrote: If you like country music or Diamond Rio, then this book will suit you fine. I found the book to be muddled sometimes and hard to get through especially in the beginning. However, I was unfamiliar with the characters. Fans of the group will find this book gives them some of the answers they may have ... A Beautiful Mess The Story of Diamond Rio
On 11/1 Andy Hinesley wrote: Diamond Rio’s Beautiful Mess November 2, 2009 in Uncategorized | Leave a comment (Edit) Beautiful Mess, the story of Diamond Rio. Written by: Diamond Rio with Tom Roland. Diamond Rio is a band that I grew up listening to. Their first ever hit, “Meet In The Middle”, is one of my all time favorites. ... Andy Hinesley
On 11/1 Tanya Metzner wrote: Title: Beautiful Mess The Story Of Diamond RioAuthor: Diamond Rio w/Tim RolandAvailble :Thomas Nelson This book is about the country music band Diamond Rio. It tells of the bands rise to country music stardom, downfalls and eventual revival. Beautiful Mess gives you an in-depth look into each members ... Beautiful Mess Diamond Rio w/ Tim Roland A Review
On 11/1 Vanessa Mathison wrote: Diamond Rio is one of my favorite country groups. They have a wonderful, unique style and some of the best harmonies in the business. As a big fan, I was anxious to read their story in Beautiful Mess The Story of Diamond Rio. It covers the band's difficult beginnings, their rise to fame, and what happened ... Beautiful Mess The Story of Diamond Rio By Diamond Rio
On 10/31 Saundra McKenzie wrote: I was accepted as a reviewer with Thomas Nelson Book Review Bloggers, and this is my first review.I have liked the music of Diamond Rio for years, and jumped at the opportunity to read this book.The Story of Diamond Rio by Diamond Rio with Tom Roland is about the country music band Diamond Rio. It begins ... My first Book Review - "Diamond Rio Beautiful Mess"
On 10/30 Erika Hopkins wrote: I like biographies and I had the opportunity to read "Beautiful Mess: The Making of Diamond Rio". I had no idea what to expect. I'm not a fan of Diamond Rio....in fact, I've never heard any of their songs. I like biographies (I'm a nerd) so I figured I would give it a try. For the most part, I enjoyed ... The Making of Diamond Rio
On 10/29 Brian McKinley wrote: I received “Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio” as a Thomas Nelson Book Review Blogger. This book is about the country music band Diamond Rio. It tells of the bands rise to country music stardom, downfalls and eventual revival. The book follows all six members of Diamond Rio through their trials and difficulties made ... Book Review: “Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio”
On 10/27 Christina Borden wrote: "Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio" as related to Tom Roland by the members of Diamond Rio themselves is a beautiful story of how the band came together forming a united band of amazing individuals. From the mouths of the band members come the stories of what brought them together, and the ... Book Review~ Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio
On 10/27 brenda keller wrote: Again, I love reading for Thomas Nelson because it makes me read things I would NEVER read! Beautiful Mess by Diamond Rio was well written with great pictures. I'm not a huge biography fan, but this one wasn't bad. I enjoyed reading how they got to where they are. I'd only recommend it for people who ... Okay
On 10/27 Holly Barrett wrote: It's not often that you read a book that mentions times and events and places that are familiar to your own life....at least it's not often for me. That was one of my favorite parts about reading A Beautiful Mess by Diamond Rio. Several of these guys are about my age so although we grew up in different ... A Beautiful Mess by Diamond Rio with Tom Roland
On 10/26 Beverly Moore wrote: I honestly can't say that I could have named any songs sung by Diamond Rio, but I am sure that I have heard the songs before reading the book, and I knew who Diamond Rio was, or so I thought. This is a very easy to read book that gives a glimpse into the lives of one of the longest surviving intact ... Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio
On 10/25 Lynne Modranski wrote: From all the years of struggling to make it in the industry, through the years of success and on to the difficulties of their last five years, this book shares it all. The six members of Diamond Rio share with Tom Roland the individual journeys that brought them together as well as the excitement ... Beautiful Mess ~ The Story of Diamond Rio with Tom Roland
On 10/19 Cathy Stephens wrote: Book Review for Thomas NelsonBook Description: Can a band comprised of six very talented but very different musicians make a difference with their music? What made it possible for Diamond Rio to weather the storms inherent in the fickle world of fame and fortune and go more than two decades without ... Beautiful Mess, The Story of Diamond Rio by Diamond Rio with Tom Roland
On 10/14 Tina Dee wrote: Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio with Tom Roland Love the band's music, but the book--not so much. The story starts off with a problem the band faced at the pinnacle of their career, then instead of building on that, it moved into the deep detailed past of the band. It was hard to get through ... Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio with Tom Roland, October 10, 2009
On 10/13 Patty Woodland wrote: Book description from the Thomas Nelson Website:Can a band comprised of six very talented but very different musicians make a difference with their music?What made it possible for Diamond Rio to weather the storms inherent in the fickle world of fame and fortune and go more than two decades without a ... Review: A Beautiful Mess - The Story of Diamond Rio
On 10/13 Annie Shultz wrote: If you are a fan of country music, christian music and reading - this is the book for you! This is the true story about the struggles of Diamond Rio - how they became a band, how they worked their behinds off to earn a lousy dollar and how they stayed together as a band despite some serious strife. ... Beautiful Mess - The Story of Diamond Rio {Review}
On 10/9 Julie Johnson wrote: I have always been a fan of Diamond Rio and when I received the opportunity from Thomas Nelson Publishing to review this book, I was ecstatic! There is so much that I didn't know about this group, from their humble beginnings to their rocky climb into the music industry to the personal lives of each ... Life is a Beautiful Mess! Join the Ride!
On 10/9 Jennee Thompson wrote: Diamond Rio, a country band that has been around for 20 years now, has released their first book. The story that tells how it all began. I recently went to one of Diamond Rio's shows when they came to the fair because I was given free tickets. My friend that went with me didn't think he knew any of the ... Book Review: Beautiful Mess: Diamond Rio
On 10/9 Wendy Hines wrote: In Beautiful Mess Marty Roe, Dan Truman, Jimmy Olander, Brian Prout, Gene Johnson, and Dana Williams each has an entire chapter devoted to his personal and professional life. The book's tone is a welcome rarity-not written from one player's perspective, but from all six as they "meet in the middle."I'm ... Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio
On 10/9 Amy Inholt wrote: Country music super group Diamond Rio took six very different men, melded them together and became an award winning act. Despite their differences, many serious setbacks, and a lot of tough challenges, they managed to pull through even the hardest of times and not just stick together but stay friends ... Beautiful Mess The Story of Diamond Rio ~ Diamond Rio with Tom Roland
On 10/6 Rebeccah Canada wrote: I am a novice to the musician biographies until now, and was hesitant to order this book. I am glad I did order Beautiful Mess, and I enjoyed reading the book. Beautiful Mess tells the story of the Tennessee River Boys (a.k.a. Diamond Rio), and the good and bad of a musician groups rise to the top. ... Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio by Diamond Rio with Tom Roland
On 10/5 Tina reynolds wrote: A Beautiful Mess When I was told by Tina that there was a book being sent for me to review I thought, “ok, I've never reviewed a book but I will give it a try.” I'll be honest, when A Beautiful Mess the story of Diamond Rio showed up it wasn't a book that I would have chosen for ... Beautiful Mess
On 10/4 Jason Skipper wrote: Diamond Rio: Beautiful Mess When given the chance to review Beautiful Mess, I took advantage of it. This is an amazing book. The book begins by giving a teaser that shows Diamond Rio looking as if they are on the way out. We are then taken back to the early days of Diamond Rio before ... Book Review: Diamond Rio: Beautiful Mess
On 10/2 Roger Wilson wrote: I have sung in choirs and ensembles for more than 40 years. I have also directed them. For me, the coming together of different voices or instruments, each with its individual sound, is a beautiful metaphor of the church, as each comes together to contribute its uniqueness to create ... Many Voices...One Song
On 10/1 Becky Scott wrote: Beautiful Mess is the story of the band Diamond Rio. If you’re familiar with country music, you’ve probably heard of this band. For twenty years they have kept the same core group of musicians. Through ups and downs, they have stuck together in a tough business. As a fan of the group since their debut single, ... Beautiful Mess by Diamond Rio
On 9/29 nigel plummer wrote: (Disclaimer: As a blogger I received a free review copy - no requirement to give it a positive review, just for the reviewer to call it like they see it. Just to let y'all know.)In Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio, the story of the band beings with one of the lowest points of it's career. ... Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio by Diamond Rio with Tom Roland
On 9/29 Lorene Doucett wrote: The author writes individual biographies of each of the band members bringing us to the time period when they get together as a group. These interludes are very interesting and allow you to get to know the band member, more personally. You The book starts with the performance at River Front Church in ... A Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio
On 9/28 Barbara Davis wrote: For over two decades, the formidable Diamond Rio has thrilled music fans by turning out hit after hit singles, like Meet Me In The Middle; Norma Jean Riley; Love a Little Stronger; Walkin’ Away; That’s What I Get For Loving You; Imagine That; Unbelievable; One More Day; and Beautiful Mess. I’ve ... A Beautiful Group
On 9/28 Audra Krell wrote: Born and raised on country music, Beautiful Mess is food for my soul. This is a fascinating story of each of the six members of Diamond Rio and blending these stories could not have been an easy task for writer Tom Roland. Nonetheless, he does a fine job of researching, compiling and weaving the story ... Loved this Beautiful Mess
On 9/25 nancy kvamme wrote: “Beautiful Mess” is a story of how Diamond Rio got their start and their journey during the past 20 years. The beginning of the book is a bio of each band member of their youth and how they got involved in the band. Diamond Rio is one of the few country bands which has been together for 20 years ... Bood Review of Beautiful Mess
On 9/25 shauna henke wrote: Thomas Nelson booksellers recently gave me the opportunity to preview the forthcoming book: Beautiful Mess, the Story of Diamond Rio.I have fond memories of seeing Diamond Rio in concert at the Santa Rosa CA) County Fair years ago and have always liked their music, so I was escited to preview the book!The ... Giveaway/ Book Review: Beautiful Mess, the Story of Diamond Rio
On 9/25 Wanda Moncrief wrote: Beautiful Mess, The Story of Diamond Rio, was a story of true success. While not necessarily written from the Christian perspective, this book teaches about endurance, sticking together and overcoming negative things that come across your path. It is a story of never giving up and never blaming the other ... Beautiful Mess
On 9/24 Lindsey Borders wrote: This biography entails the triumphs and turmoils that country band, Diamond Rio, endured spanning their career in the music industry. Each chapter is devoted to describing the band and their sound, as well as delving into detail that one performance, of so many, where lead singer, Marty's voice failed ... Indeed A Beautiful Mess, That Comes Out Shining
On 9/24 Karen Carter wrote: "It's the journey, not the destination". This saying by country music group, Diamond Rio's Jimmy Olander, is the summation of their book, Beautiful Mess. The book takes you through the formation of the group as the Tennessee River Boys, a performing group in the Opryland theme park, through 20 years ... Book Review Beautiful Mess - The Story of Diamond Rio by Diamond Rio with Tom Roland
On 9/23 Marty Henson wrote: “Beautiful Mess”, The Story of Diamond Rio, By Diamond Rio with Tom Roland, is an insight in the guys of Diamond Rio before they were Diamond Rio, how most of them have roots to Opryland and the Grand Ole Opry. The book continues with a road map of the country group’s life including their ups and ... Book Review -- Beautiful Mess by Diamond Rio
On 9/23 Rhiana Jones wrote: First a Note about Thomas Nelson Publishing:This book was a NelsonFree Edition. This is truly an amazing and generous marketing took for the publisher. When you purchase a NelsonFree book, you pay one price and get the book in three formats. You get the Print copy plus access, at no additional charge, ... Book Review: Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio
On 9/23 Lora Bourland wrote: When I signed up to review books at Thomas Nelson, I had a few ideas in mind of what I would like to review. Honestly a book about business, even the music business, did not appeal.However, when I saw that Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio was up for review, I jumped at it. You see, I live in ... Book Review: Beautiful Mess
On 9/22 Sharon Chance wrote: Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond RioBy Diamond Rio and Tom RolandThomas Nelson; $24.99Diamond Rio, best known for their smooth harmonies and catchy songs, have been around since 1984. These same six guys (Gene Johnson, Jimmy Olander, Brian Prout, Marty Roe, Dan Truman, and Dana Williams) have been ... Diamond Rio's career is a Beautiful Mess! Review of their new book
On 9/21 Kelly Jones wrote: I've heard the song many times and fell in love with the meaning behind the tune, so what better book to choose for my first review for than this, right? Publisher Description says: "What made it possible for Diamond Rio to weather the storms inherent in the fickle world of fame and fortune and go more ... Beautiful Mess, The Story of Diamond Rio
On 9/20 Robin Lynch wrote: I have loved Diamond Rio since the first time I heard their famous song "Meet in the Middle." I loved the harmony of the group and the words of their songs. When I saw this book I knew I had to read it. It is a little slow to start off with but soon you are delving into each member's journey on not only ... A must read for country music fans!! This group stands out from the rest!!
On 9/19 Nelda Fastenau wrote: Beautiful MESS – The Story of Diamond Rio by Diamond Rio with Tom Roland is my first review for Thomas Nelson. Beautiful MESS is the story of 6 talented men who through their trials and difficulties made it in the music industry, from the Opryland Amusement Park to country music stardom. Each story ... Beautiful MESS - The Story of Diamond Rio
On 9/14 K Andrews wrote: Beautiful Mess is the story of Diamond Rio, their history, their problems, and the individuals that make up the band. Although I enjoy their music, I'm not a big fan, but I do have a son who plays guitar and is seeking to be successful on his own in the music business.This book helped tremendously to ... For fans of Diamond Rio as well as those interested in the music business
On 9/12 Michelle Gills wrote: I have become a reviewer for Thomas Nelson! I love to read so this suits me just fine. The first book I got to review is Beautiful Mess The Story of Diamond Rio by Diamond Rio and Tom Roland. The book is about the life of six men who are apart of the country and western band, ... Beautiful Mess by Diamond Rio with Tom Roland
On 9/12 Laura Williams wrote: "Beautiful Mess" was a very interesting book. This book tells the story of how the six men from Diamond Rio became interested in music and the struggles they each faced before making it big in Nashville. It also describes how they came together as a band and became a very successful group in country ... "Beautiful Mess" by Diamond Rio
On 9/11 Nancy Famolari wrote: The story of Diamond Rio is one of teamwork and commitment. When lead singer Marty Roe had vocal difficulties, the band didn't drop him. They worked as a team to solve the problem and won. This is a heart warming and inspiring story. Fans of the band and anyone looking for an inspirational story will ... Fans of Diamond Rio Will Love This Story
On 9/10 Patricia Bachman wrote: Diamond Rio's book "Beautiful Mess" was very interesting. It details their story from the beginning. It tells the story of all six of the band members from early on in their lives until now. The book describes how the six men came together as a band and made their way to the top. It seems slow at first, ... Diamond Rio- Beautiful Mess (Book Review)
On 9/10 Sarah Dusenberry wrote: I am a huge country music fan, and I couldn't wait for this book to come out! I have always enjoyed Diamond Rio's music. I had no idea what was going on behind the scenes. Things are not always as they seem. This book was such an inspiration to me because it showed me how there is always hope, and if ... Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio
On 9/10 Teri Horsley wrote: Life wasn't always easy for the members of Diamond Rio. From their humble beginnings as theme park performers through their rise to country music superstars, the book "Beautiful Mess" - The Story of Diamond Rio," highlights the personal and professional struggles of each band member, proving once and ... Beautiful Mess -The Story of Diamond Rio
On 9/10 Justin Grindstaff wrote: Ok, so I have to admit, this one was a no-brainer for me. Having grown up listening to country phenomenon Diamond Rio, I was excited to get a copy of this book. It tells the story of the band from their humble beginnings in Opryland all the way to where they are now. Ok, so I have to admit, this one ... Beautiful Mess: A great read for fans of the country phenomenon Diamond Rio
On 9/10 Kris Plantrich wrote: For anyone who has enjoys listening to the heart felt harmonies, guitar or piano inspirations of Diamond Rio, you’ll truly enjoy their new book, Beautiful Mess – The Story of Diamond Rio. I have to reveal here, that I am a huge fan of their music – they turned me on to country music in ... Beautiful Mess – The Story of Diamond Rio
On 9/2 Tracy Keck wrote: I have long been a fan of country music group Diamond Rio and jumped on the chance to read and review their new book. <i>Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio</i>, by Diamond Rio with Tom Roland is the story of the band together from their early and humble beginning, to success and superstardom, to ... Beautiful Mess
On 8/26 Kristie Ingerto wrote: “Beautiful Mess: The Story of Diamond Rio” written by Diamond Rio with Tom Roland is an account of the life of the country singing group Diamond Rio and also an account of each of the individual lives making up this group. This is a nice hardcover book published by NelsonFree that includes pictures ... Book Review - "Beautiful Mess"