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NASHVILLE BATTLE OF THE BLUES!!

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THE MUSIC FAMILY

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This month is exactly two years ago that I met Gary "Brotherman" Branchaud. Not only one of the most talented bass players on the planet but also one of the coolest cats on earth! I have had the honor and the blessing of doing many many shows with Gary and more importantly, we have had some wonderful times together as friends. One of the best and many gifts that The Lord so graciously bestowed upon me when I moved to Nashville is the "Gift of Friendship." I have… Continue

I HAVE A DREAM!!!

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Hope to see everyone Sat. Night!

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At 9:46am on October 1, 2015, stella kwale said…

Good Day,

How is everything with you, I picked interest on you after going through your short profile and deemed it necessary to write you immediately. I have something very vital to disclose to you, but I found it difficult to express myself here, since it's a public site.Could you please get back to me on:( mrsstellakwale200@gmail.com) ) for the full details.

Have a nice day

Thanks God bless.

Mrs Stella.

At 5:03pm on March 7, 2011, Doug Jackson said…

Thank you,Mandy.

I see you have kept the Class in Country,well done.

DJ

At 10:44pm on January 18, 2011, Doug Jackson gave Mandy Mason a gift
At 6:34pm on November 28, 2010, Raymond Ratiliff Jr. gave Mandy Mason a gift
At 6:45am on October 20, 2010, Adolfo Mayo said…
Wowww Mandy,
I am so pleasantly surprized that you are finally getting the divorce. Ut oh.... There's some news that is going to spread like wild fire all over Nashville! LOL!! Think you better bulk up on security until there's a Mr. Mandy in the picture. Hey, If you don't have anyone in mind!! LOL!! I'm just saying!! Anyway, now that your kidney stone is gone, you should start feeling a lot better physcally too. Wow girl! You are on the road to happiness and great health all at one time.
Love you Princess,
Adolfo
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At 5:31am on October 20, 2010, Allan Hatcher said…
Mandy, We haven't known eachother very long but, I think for anyone to get rid of a 6 mm kidney stone and a not so nice husband all in one week, is probably a reliefe in many ways! LOL!! I am so happy for you and your family. I think life is going to be a whole lot nicer for you now my friend. Congradulations on both c...hanges!
Allan
At 4:57am on October 20, 2010, Doc Martin said…
I am so proud of you. Through prayer and strength of God, you have moved forward in ridding your family of that terrible marraige. God has now set you free! No more prison of hell for you. You deserve the best and every happiness and I will do my best to make that happen.
Love you,
Doc
At 4:45am on October 20, 2010, Brotherman said…
Mandy,
Congrats on your divorce! I am so happy for you and your family. I know you have waited patiently for this for many years. You have the patients of a Saint girl.
I love ya baby!
Brotherman
At 11:01pm on October 6, 2010, Dr. Nelson Harrison said…
Hi Mandy,

I dig your music. Excellent writing and delivery. Great musicianship. AND you have your own sound. Very special. Thanks for sharing.
At 8:40pm on September 26, 2010, Allan Hatcher said…
Mandy,
I am so sorry that I did not get to see your performance at the Preston Sat. night. From what the guys say, it was fantastic as always! Love your new pics. I will see you at 82 this Sat.
Allan

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