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Todd grew up in Newfoundland, Canada where he began singing in church and school as a young boy. During his college years he traveled internationally as a vocalist with various musical ministry teams. That’s when he seriously began writing music. That's also where he met and fell in love with his wife Kelly. They've been married for 17 years and have been blessed with three beautiful children. For most of that time Todd has been involved with fulltime worship ministry until three years ago when the songwriting bug led him and the family to Nashville, TN. He writes country, pop and modern worship music.
 
 

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The Story Behind "The Story"

Perhaps the most unusual thing about The Story is that I wrote it in a bathroom. Yes, that’s a little odd but let me explain. In the fall of 2004 I bought a guitar, the first one I’d owned for months. Before moving to Tennessee God prompted me to give my only guitar to a Christian friend and brother in Colorado. That left me with a keyboard as my only instrument. My schedule being what it was, late evening was the best time to write and sing while the family slept. However, even when I wore headphones the mechanical noise of banging keys would often wake my wife. I guess I hit those things pretty hard! Of course singing quietly is also impossible for me… if I’m going to enjoy it! Suddenly, with a very portable, acoustic instrument, I could sing and wr...

 
 

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  • Posted by Lori Toy on Sep 15 at 1:21 AM EDT
    Hi Todd,
    I'm feeling pretty proud of you right now! You Rock! Maybe I should say you can do "Country"...man!

  • Posted by Joe La Bianca on Jun 27 at 5:16 PM EDT
    My three daughters and I saw your video, THIS IS LOVE, and we all thought it was beautiful. You're very talented, and your message is right on. Thank you, Joe.
  • Posted by dockillian on Jun 13 at 9:47 AM EDT
    Thanks for the add. Its an Honor to be in your Friends list...Doc Killian-Veteran-Songwriter of TO OUR TROOPS, REMEMBER OUR VETERANS and MY FLAG
  • Posted by jc mason on Jun 10 at 7:21 AM EDT
    ok, so I get the bathroom story... to well I must say! With four kids that was the only place I could "get away" and write.
    Love the song "This is Love"!
    Abundance to you and your family in Christ!
    jc
  • Posted by kennedy9154 on Jun 4 at 9:45 PM EDT
    Thanks for your comments on I WISH IT COULD BE ME. Glad you liked the song. Not too much demand for Traditionalist's these days, and I'm not the best at Contemporary Country....I can do the words, but the melody part is what seperates yesterdays music from todays I think.
    Besides that, my wife don't want to leave Cleveland. But I'd love to try it there for a while.
    Sorry it took so long to respond, but I had a nasty virus on my computer, and it's been in the shop.
  • Posted by Lee Genesis on Jun 2 at 6:19 AM EDT
    Thank you so much for your kind words. I prey God's greatest good for you life. Lee G
  • Posted by Michael Cornett on May 20 at 1:06 AM EDT
    You've really got a great talent for songwriting. THIS IS LOVE is a great song !!! You're a good singer/songwriter and you'll do well in Nashville just be patient and wait on the Lord. Let him open the right doors for you. I like what you're doing and God bless all that you do !!!!
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