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About Me

Layout by CoolChaser _______________________________SINGER-SONGWRITER-MUSICIANLor i grew up as a rough and tough horse riding tomboy in the outskirts of Nashville, Tennessee. Her father played guitar and sang old Merle Haggard and Johnny Cash tunes. Her mother sang in the church choir.When Lori was ten years old she got her first guitar and spent countless hours alone in her bedroom learning chords until her fingers were sore. She had a natural knack for poetry and began writing songs soon after.Lori has performed as lead singer and songwriter for the band CHANGE Of Heart. She was a part of a musical tour that traveled in the eastern part of the country performing at the prestigious Count Basie, Keswick, & Scottish Rite theatres. She was participated as an active vocalist and lyricist in many of the classical compositions performed in the show.Lori auditioned and played at the famous Bluebird Cafe in Nasville, Tennessee. She is a member of the Nashville Songwriters Association located just off Music Row in Nashville.Lori has such a passion for singing and for writing that she says, "If you are a natural born writer, you write because it's in your heart, even if no one ever heard them, you would write them anyway"Lori is a dedicated singer / songwriter who enjoys the journey and remains grateful for the many beautiful souls and encouraging hearts, who have all in some way, inspired her to write tomorrowâ€™s song today.
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Member Since: 11/20/2006
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My Dad who played a guitar and sang Johnny Cash and Merle Haggad tunes. My mom also sang and took me to church. Dolly Parton inspired me with her ability to be herself and write a great song from the perspective of a southern woman. I also have felt a great influence by the christian community and friends that I grew up with.
In later years, my daughter, who sings like an angel, inspired me to be a better singer and believe in myself. Most of all, my husband Barry, who supports me in anything and everything I attempt to do. I'll love him forever!!!

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My Blog

Disappointments

It's been a while since I've taken the time to write a new blog. Time seems to move faster than a speeding bullet and every year seems to go a little faster than the one before. If I be totally ...
Posted by Lori Toy on Thu, 19 Jun 2008 09:18:00 PST

Lets Have Christmas Everybody

I wrote this song when I was a kid about sixteen years old. It was one of my late fathers favorites and he used to make me sing it to our guests, even in July. I ha...
Posted by Lori Toy on Sun, 09 Dec 2007 11:39:00 PST

Right Is Right

Right Is Right Working in a salon has given me lots of opportunity to connect with all kinds of people from many different backgrounds and situations. &nbs...
Posted by Lori Toy on Sat, 30 Jun 2007 10:03:00 PST

Be Still

Be Still Life can sure have its ups and downs, twists and turns, gains and losses. Somethings are by our own choosing, while others are definitely out ...
Posted by Lori Toy on Tue, 10 Apr 2007 07:19:00 PST

You Make It Easy To Say

Communication can be such a hard thing. It is so easy to misunderstand or to be misunderstood. It is easy to just stop talking, at least about anything other the necessi...
Posted by Lori Toy on Wed, 28 Feb 2007 02:49:00 PST

I Thought About Leaving

Working as a hairstylist in my salon has given me great insight into the lives of many people. I truly love them all and can identify with them on so many of life's great issues. ...
Posted by Lori Toy on Thu, 08 Feb 2007 06:54:00 PST

Wall Of Stone

Not long ago I was called into a court room and up front into a witness chair. That alone is terrifying, but when you must say words that will cause pain to someone that you truly consider a fr...
Posted by Lori Toy on Tue, 02 Jan 2007 03:22:00 PST