I sit here, with plenty to do, but find myself continuing to think of Home Free, and in particular, Chris Rupp. The five gentlemen of Home Free have been such an incredible and positive influence in my life the past two years. The good news is Home Free will continue to make me laugh and appreciate amazing music, the bad news is they will do so without Chris Rupp.
I like to find the positive in every situation and as sad as
Chris leaving is, the positives are far greater! For starters, Home Free will
live on and that makes Home Fries unbelievably happy. We can still count on the
road trips with the windows down and Home Free playing, Tim’s ground rumbling bass
notes, Austin’s earth shattering wails, Rob’s sweet angelic or rapping vocals and
Adam’s mind blowing beat boxing. Soon I’ll be able to add Chance’s specialty.
Next, Adam Chance is getting an opportunity to perform with a vastly talented
and entertaining group of guys and I, for one, am very excited to see what he
brings to the stage. We’ve heard him sing and he fits right in. He has come
down to meet the fans and won our hearts.
So all in all, Home Free is going to be fine and the fans are excited to see what
the new kid has to offer.
Now, for Chris and his positive. Well, in my opinion, Chris
has so much talent I’m sure there is only positive here. I mean he
plays piano and guitar, sings, writes songs, arranges and has a dynamic stage presence, plus,
he’s just a nice guy! He has worked so hard for so long on Home Free and now
they are well on their way. I’m am so happy that Chris has decided to turn all his work and effort into something for him. He deserves this opportunity. I
bought his Shine CD and I love the music! Country Reigns and Moving On are my
favorites and for two very different reasons. Country Reigns is just good stuff, period! Moving On, for me personally, took three incredible losses and gave them new perspective and light. It’s impressive when a musician can
bring out such a wide range of emotions. Chris does that beautifully. Then
there’s Drinkin' with Me for a little fun and Shine for a little dancing and so much more. His
first CD is already a great success. I’m so happy for him and very proud of
him. I have often had feelings of pride when it comes to the men of Home Free
and this bittersweet time is no exception.
Thank you to Chris for the decisions you’ve made over the
years. Your choices have given so many of us, Home Fries, some of the best
times of our lives. I mean I’ve been to concerts in my youth and even dabbled
in music and writing in my lifetime, but to be able to sit back and take in all
the fantastic music and unforgettable mishaps of these down to earth guys, is priceless.
The Home Free style has always been unique, lovable, fun and full of vocal
genius. So, again, Thank You Chris for your decisions. I wish you all the best,
all the happiness and all the positive vibes you could possibly handle and
more. You'll forever be in the hearts of Home Fries! Good (hat)guys do finish first!
The big positive for us fans....well, now we not only have new
songs and videos to look forward to from Home Free, but Chris Rupp too (maybe both together too)! Double
the fun for us! I can’t make it to the Patreon party next week, so I’ll throw
my good luck and good-bye hugs and wishes here. Bring on the next generation of
Home Free and Chris Rupp! #totesexcited #notears #TryEverything #MovingOn
Party down Home Fries, watch out for each other and have a
terrific time!
