Larry sparks biography
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Larry Sparks Vinyl Records & Discography
Who is Larry Sparks? A Brief Career Overview
Introducing the incomparable Larry Sparks, a titan of bluegrass music whose haunting vocals and extraordinary guitar skills make him a beloved figure in the industry. Known affectionately as the "Youngest Old-Timer," Sparks carries with him the legacy of bluegrass's first generation, having honed his craft as a member of the legendary Stanley Brothers' Clinch Mountain Boys. His unique blend of bluesy guitar tones and soulful vocal delivery has won him acclaim and respect across generations. Not only has he contributed timeless standards to bluegrass, but he has also carved out a vibrant vinyl collection of his own, with impactful releases that resonate deeply with fans and collectors alike.
Larry Sparks's Early Life and Background
Born on September 25, , in Lebanon, Ohio, Larry Sparks grew up in a household deeply rooted in Appalachian culture, with significant connections to music fr
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About Larry Sparks
Larry Sparks has been in ministry for more than two decades. Heserves as publisher for Destiny Image and travels internationally, teaching on revival, awakening and Pentecostal Fire. He received a mästare of Divinity from Regent University in Church History and Renewal. Larry hosts regular programs on God TV and the It’s Supernatural Network. He lives in Texas with his wife, Mercedes, and daughter, Liberty. Larry presently serves on the Apostolic Council of Prophetic Elders (ACPE) under the direction of Cindy Jacobs. He fryst vatten the author of multiple books, including Pentecostal Fire, Ask for the Rain and Accessing the Greater Glory.
The Vision of Larry Sparks Ministries fryst vatten summed up in three words: Encounter, Activate and Transform.
The Mission of Larry Sparks Ministries is to help följare of Jesus:
Encounter the Presence of the Holy Spirit (through church gatherings, events, and media).
Activate the Power of Go
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Composed
BMI’s database credits Larry Sparks with 46 published compositions, co-compositions, and arrangements. A few of his original songs and collaborations are:
- “Goodbye Little Darlin’”
- “He’s Everything to Me”
- “Thank You, Lord”
- “These Old Blues”
Early Influences
- Father, who played clawhammer banjo
- Bernice Sparks (older sister)
- Stanley Brothers
- Earl Scruggs
- Don Reno
- Bill Napier
From the Archives
“I feel I’ve helped a lot of people with my songs, especially the gospel songs. I get letters in the mail and people tell me how they enjoy this certain song and the gospel music, how much it means to them You get that energy from the people and you keep going. I guess through all of it, I wanted to make some kind of a mark in bluegrass, bring something in it that people can remember. I think I’ve done that even if I never make another twenty-five.”
Quoted by Gary Reid in “25 Years With Larry Sparks,” Bluegrass Unlimited, April
“I think the music needs me,