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Praises and Reviews
"People find themselves moved by Nihan's open-hearted lyrics and gentle, beautiful delivery."
- The Leaf-Chronicle, Clarksville, Tennessee
"James' music transcends barriers; it speaks to all of us." - Register-Herald, West Virginia
"James is one of the loveliest artists of the heart. His music brings joy to the soul and is
the perfect music to grow and learn by. I have so much gratitude for his creation."
- Sheri Rosenthal, DPM, Author of "The Idiot's Guide to Toltec Wisdom"
"In the songs of James Nihan we enter a world of artistry. Here is a poet's voice
painting in sound and image a portrait of where love lives." - Jean Pumphrey, Literary
Director, The Marin Poetry Center
"He comes from...a folk background and his lyrics are just incredible. He can paint a
picture like nobody's business." - Country Scene magazine
"A loving tribute to the power of transformation! James Nihan has created a
refreshingly honest and moving memoir, a chronicle of awakening to the sweetness
of life." - don Roberto Paez, Toltec Teacher
"Your performance had a tremendous impact...it brought emotion into the night...helping people
realize the needs of these children." - Lisbeth Couser, VP Fund Development, Big Brothers Big
Sisters of Middle Tennessee
"Being a connoisseur of all music, it was refreshing to see someone singing their heart
instead of their wallet. Now that I have met you the songs ring truth even louder."
- Michael Parkes, The Whole You, Inc., North Carolina
"James and Dawn’s music brings alive the Spirit of the Divine in everyone listening. Their
music, along with their peaceful yet powerful presence, inspires and enriches all who
are touched by their song of the heart. It was truly a gift to have them with us."
- Rev. Felicia Searcy, Unity Church of Life, Murfreesboro, Tennessee
"This collection is as full of wisdom as it is full of beautiful, heart-felt music
conveyed with Nihan's unique and resonant voice...songs to live your life by." - Thom
Rutledge, Author of "Embracing Fear and Finding the Courage to Live Your Life"
"It is wonderful. The music and the poetry are so moving, so creative."
- June Stratton, Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, Clarksville, Tennessee
"WOW!! A beautiful tribute to the heart that opens in you. I heard myself singing
“Sister Mitote” when I got up this morning." - don Allan Hardman, Toltec Master & Mentor
"James is a storyteller. More than that, James is a wisdom-gatherer and shares
the message. All it takes is for one to listen. I have listened and I am awed."
- Lin Church, MSSW CMSW - Life Changes Consultant
"An instant connection was made between James and our congregation. His music and
words touched us at a soul level and resonated love."
- Rev Anne Muelleman, McHenry County Church of Religious Science, Illinois
"James Nihan's music takes us to a place where wisdom and beauty delight our souls. His
gift blesses us with the joyful truth that we are all One in the spiritual dance we call life."
- Carol Narigon, Program Council Music Rep, Miami Valley Unitarian Universalist Fellowship,
Dayton, Ohio
"Beautiful and uplifting...We were truly blessed with your music."
- Rev. Teny Rule Fisher, Unity Church of the Cumberlands, Cookville, Tennessee
"James is an angel who sings. Not only is the music beautiful and easy on the ears,
it will transform your life." - Gene Nathan, MD - San Diego, California
"James is a brilliant writer and his words are a source of strength for
caregivers and mentors who endeavor to be mirrors in the lives of others."
- Yvonne Capps, LADAC - Program Director, Addictions Treatment
"I don't remember having been moved quite like that by music. The purity
of his voice stirs the soul." - Cheri Harvey, Louisville, Kentucky
"It was a thrill for everyone to experience your beautiful spirit and to
bask in the love that exists between you and Dawn." - Keshav Howe, Glastonbury, Connecticut
"Your music is like a vehicle of transportation. When I listen there is a
shift for me. I may become deeply peaceful or I may suddenly spin circles
in the room from feeling so happy. Thank you for sharing your gift with
me and with the world." - Suzanne Bastear, Chicago, Illinois
"Beautiful lyrics from a beautiful dreamer... your music sends energy
coursing up my spine." - Kevin Murray, Cheshire, Connecticut
"You're sowing seeds, and you may never know all the life that grows
behind you along your path." - Dean Bragg, Columbus, Ohio
"This CD is truly wonderful...I feel so blessed to have your heart pouring
out to me every day. My eternal thanks to you..." - Kristine Carrier, Doyline, Louisiana
"I love your music, and just wanted to say thank you for bringing it to the world."
- Chris Guilianelli, Illinois
"Congrats on expressing yourself so beautifully in life!"
- Meghan McChesney-Gilroy, Toltec Mentor Teacher and Author, Marblehead, Massachusetts
"Your music has blessed my life! You have the ability to capture the essence of the Toltec
Wisdom with your songs and express it with your whole heart. I am touched every time I play
one of your CDs." - Sheila Herrington, Mesa, Arizona
"I listen to your music in my truck on my way to work and on my way home.
It is a great way to begin the day and to transition home again."
- David Elmer, San Diego, California
"Thank you for a night to remember. Your music touched me as no other
ever has." - Anne Call, North Carolina
"...a voice that not only is magical to listen to, but seems to reach out
and grab one's heart." - Carol Harris, Tempe, Arizona
"Your music touches the soul in the ways of the great poets. Your words are
cleansing, soulful, spiritual, and, obviously, come from the heart." - Steven Adams,
Life Recovery Pastoral Counseling, Hixson, Tennessee
"Thank you for entertaining us with your songs...you truly are a
messenger!!!!" - Diane Donato, Waterbury, Connecticut
"Thank you for your beautiful music. We recently had a sweat lodge ceremony
at our home and afterwards we played your cd's. It brought alot of light to
our group." - Sherry Tejada, Sierra Vista, Arizona
"This night opened feelings in me that have been dead for years. I bought
both cd's and haven't taken one out of the cd player yet. God bless James and
what he is sharing with us with his music. He is truly heaven sent."
- Marlene Felton, Nashville, Tennessee
"Thank you for blessing us with your music and the messages they
send. I have found them inspirational and helpful for the spiritual
growth I am currently going through." - Jim Jones, North Carolina
In this difficult moment of the human story we are living, your CDs are the
hoping breathing to survive. Thanks for your soul's gift to anybody who wants to
understand." - Enzo Nino, Napoli, Italy
"My face is wet with warm gentle tears that felt good to release. Today I had
forgotten how to remember...and your lyrics helped me remember that I forgot."
- Kat Couree, Heaven, Newburyport, Massachusetts
"Thank you for a truly magical evening. Thanks for coming to Asheville and
sharing your artistry with us." - Melinda, North Carolina
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