Rhonda Vincent’s New Video Launches Bluegrass Month
Editor’s Note: To kick off Bluegrass Month in May, the CMT Music Blog is proud to debut Rhonda Vincent’s new video, “I Gotta Start Somewhere.”
2008 is off to an incredible start. What a way to celebrate the new year with a No. 1 album. And WOW … 7 consecutive weeks at No. 1 on Billboard. Next to be released is the new video of “I Gotta Start Somewhere.” It’s always exciting to shoot a new video, though I walked barefoot by a creek in summer clothes in 40 degree weather and ended up with bronchitis. And do you know, they didn’t even use the creek shot.
Dallas Henry did a great job and his entire crew was great to work with. Check out my possible love interest in the video. Vance Mitchell is the guy at Clampett’s Hardware Store. Watch for him in the current Acura car commercial. It’s always fun to have guests when we shoot a video. Who would have known that the little girl in my “If Heartaches Had Wings” video would eventually become Hannah Montana? So look out for Vance. This was my seventh career video. I can’t say they’re exactly FUN to make, but they’re sure fun when they’re finished. Be sure to watch!
“If Heartaches Had Wings” video
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lrng2luvlaw says:
Wow!
pamela says:
Yay!
I’m so excited about this Bluegrass month as I absolutely love Rhonda Vincent (the queen of bluegrass)
Also I Gotta Start Somewhere is my fave song off her latest album Good Thing Going.
I’m delighted she’s released it as a single and made a video!!!!!
Hopefully it will be a big hit for her as it’s such a beautiful song…..
Buck says:
What a beautiful looking video. I hope all Rhonda’s fans love it as much as I do.
Tom Alman says:
I just love that video! Great job!!!
Tom
Ashley says:
Vance is hot.
CountryGal says:
Rhonda looks amazing in this video! By far, her best video ever!
Gary Kennedy says:
Another fantastic video by the great RHONDA VINCENT!!!!!
Treva Daggett says:
Love it, love it, love it! Rhonda Vincent is the best female singer out there and she shines in the new video. Good job, Rhonda!
Courtney says:
WOW! This video is AMAZING! Beautiful song and great video to accompany it. Fantastic job Rhonda and the Rage! You guys are top notch people and top notch musicians.
Louise S. says:
Love , love ,love the video.
Fantastic Job Rhonda!!!
Cole Edwards (JensBoyfriend) says:
Awesome video! It’s a great video for the summertime! :)
William says:
Beautiful Video Rhonda!! Love You!
Sami says:
This video is amazing!! Rhonda is one of the most beautiful, most talented and one of the hardest working people in the business. I just love everything that she does!
Mike Garlock says:
Great Song, Great Performer and truly a Great Video. I wish she would do a Video with some of Kenny Ingram’s fantastic hard driving Banjo in it. Anything Rhonda Vincent does turns out awesome!
Heather Kate says:
This video is beautiful in every possible way. Great job Rhonda and The Rage! It’s perfect for me right now. Thanks for keeping bluegrass at it’s best =)
Nikki Joseph says:
The video for “Gotta Start Somewhere” is absolutely beautiful. I don’t think there could have been a better outcome. Everyone looked great! I loved it!
Kim from MO says:
This is my favorite song from Rhonda’s new CD, Good Thing Going, I think this is the best video by far! Rhonda you looked beautiful and I’m glad to see the Rage in your video as well. Awesome job! #1, here comes Rhonda Vincent!!!
Bec the bead Lady says:
AWESOME!!! Rhonda is the absolute best out there and what a handsome bunch of men she has in the band!
Alec says:
Great song, and great video!
You’re right, the director Dallas and Vance were awesome!
greg corbett says:
Great video from a great artist!!
Donald Bailey Jr. says:
Great video, you should play it often now that it’s available. You should also play her other videos as much as possible. Rhonda must be very dedicated to her work, to have bronchitis and keep on filming, then the directors to not even use it. I think more artists should be just like Rhonda and be more dedicated to ther music and fans. I hope this video goes to number 1! and win an award that she deserves.
Jody says:
We have known Rhonda since childhood and she just gets better and better..we are so proud..
Carol says:
Great job, wonderful video keep up the good work Rhonda and the Rage
The Ol’ Dawg says:
MIGHTY FINE !!!
Chris says:
Awsome Video. Rhonda never lets her fans down…as always amazing….
Robert says:
One more time,a great song and video well done.
Joe Arsenault says:
Rhonda great video as always your still # one in my book
Joe Arsenault
Ralph says:
Great video !! Beautiful song great job !!
CMT SHOULD GIVE RHONDA VIDEO OF THE YEAR !!!!!!!
Sherry A says:
I think the video is amazing! The song tugs at your heart and Rhonda’s voice knows no boundaries. It is great to see the Rage on the video…Proud of you DW. I can’t wait to see it over and over again on CMT…
Nanny(Bec’s Mom)Diana Friend says:
Rhonda
I’m always proud of you guys but this is one of the best video’s I’ve seen in a long time. It is just beautiful. Great job all of you.
jenny says:
great song!! excellent video!!!
LizzaT says:
Great Amazing Entertain Song + Video !!!!!!!!!
Patty says:
Beauitful!!! Iloved it
Carol says:
Great Video! I love it.
Larry Shell says:
This is a hit….. a beautifully written song and performed with absolute precision and heart. Rhonda, I have loved your music for years as you well know…and I have the greatest respect for you as an artist and a person of substance. May the Music Gods be kind this year and knock over all the obstacles that stand in your way to reach the masses.
Donna says:
Love this Video! Beyond Beautiful! Rhonda can sing your shoes off so your feet would have more taping room! By the way, Love the blue shoes! You can tell Rhonda and The Rage shows their fans how much they love them by always producing Quality! This video should rocket to #1! Thank you for all the hard work that you put into your videos and music. Keep them coming!
linda says:
Wow what a wonderful video and song,she is a great singer.
Lonnie Triplett says:
Great job Rhonda. Great job by the Rage!
Tom Alman says:
Not only is Rhonda and the Rage the best! She has some great fans too! Luv ya Rhonda and you RAGERS TOO!!!
Doug and Pat says:
She is such a lady! And the Voice! You never miss any word in her songs. Beautiful place, I would love to spend time in a place like this cabin. Would be nice to have a little more time with the video “clips”. There is so much to see and the shots move a little fast to get the full effect.
Gary Kennedy says:
Doug and Pat, that’s a very good point about never missing any word in her songs. Rhonda’s voice is as clear as that mountain stream in North Carolina. As much as I loved this song when I first heard it on her latest CD “Good Thing Going”, I like it even more after watching this video. It’s always great to see how RHONDA VINCENT puts everything that she has into every song that she sings. That’s what makes her live performances so amazing. Oh, and I don’t know if anyone else noticed this, but she’s really gorgeous!
Tom Alman says:
That Rhonda has the whole package. Looks and talent. It don’t get much better then that. Rhonda was so kind to let us watch this song from the beginning, to the finished product. This is one beautiful piece of work, just like the person that sings it!!!
Tom
Jimmy Howson says:
The day I bought Rhonda’s new cd and heard this song, I fell in love with it! Rhonda and the Rage never cease to amaze me with their God given talents. The video is great and those harmonies are down right perfect! I’ve been a Rhonda fan for a long time, and she justs keeps getting better and better. CMT should have this video in heavy rotation, as well as all those DJ’s out there. I’ve always said Rhonda could sing the phone book and make it sound good! Keep up the awesome work guys!
God Bless you!
Jimmy Howson, New Marshfield, Ohio.
Whitey Reath says:
Rhonda, what a great video & cd, you looked great, see you on May 10th at Little Nashville Opry. Whitey Reath
A memeber of your fan club
Kaye says:
Rhonda’s video is awesome! One can always count on her for an entertaining performance, video, song, music, etc.
Sweet Brenda says:
Rhonda, It is awesome, What a way to start Bluegrass Month
See you in Amelia, VA
Amelia Bluegrass May 16,2008
Donald Bailey Jr. says:
the more i watch the awsome it gets love rhonda
Michelle says:
Rhonda, this is a GREAT VIDEO! You look beautiful as always. All of you done a awesome job!!
Be safe on the road.
See you in Ashland, KY
Clark Nail says:
Rhonda, this is great!!! Everything you do is first class and this video is no exception. The cd is excellent and this is my favorite song. What a great touch having the Rage on the video too. Looking forward to seeing you in Winchester, May 4th. My wife and I are fan club members always.
Clark
DON WINDSOR says:
I have been a Rhonda Vincent fan for 7 years and have only seen her albums and video keep getting better and better.I feel Rhonda puts her whole heart and Soul in every thing she does which makes her a winner in everything she takes on,so keep up the great work Rhonda for you have another great one .Your friend DW.
Doug and Pat says:
As a fan you have really got to be QUICK to get a glimpse of those “blue shoes”. I watched four times and then learned how to back up and pause. WOW she can sing prettier than any bird and has cute little feet as well.
Maybe the next video will have fourteen LONG verses so we get to see more of this beautiful scenery… can’t look much at the background “stuff” with Rhonda in the foreground!
Michael and Tracie Scruggs says:
We’ve been BIG fans now for several years. Everything Rhonda does, she puts her all into it. Concerts,festivals,
and videos, she is the GREATEST. What a great video Rhonda!
Say hello to the guys (THE RAGE). They’re the BEST too..
Hope to see ya’ll soon!!
the SCRUGGS
Charlie K says:
Spectacular video, Awesome song, Beautiful singer. Can’t wait to see it on TV.
Steve Klein says:
Is there ever a doubt about Rhonda, everything she does just keep getting better and better, lets rally behind this one (the new best one) and push it up the charts!!
DARWIN BEATTY JR says:
I AM A NEW FAN OF RHONDA, AND I LOVE THE VIDEO, AND I HOPE
CMT KEEPS PLAYING IT. RHONDA LOOKS ABSOLUTELY PRETTY AS
CAN BE IN THE VIDEO. I LOVE IT VERY, VERY MUCH.
Louise S. says:
I’ve Gotta Start Somewhere” is my favorite song on Rhondas’ new cd ”Good Thing Going”.
This video just touches my heart. It is absolutely perfect in every way….A beautiful song with the most beautiful and talented Lady in Bluegress music singing it…the scenery was amazing …her potential new love interest was very handsome. Great to see the fabulous men of RAGE in the video. I cant wait to see it on TV.
I felt like I was watching a movie. I think this will be a # 1 video. It is already # 1 in my opinion.
Thank you Rhonda and all who worked on this awesome video for bringing such enjoyment to all your Ragin’ Fan’s.
We Love You and The Mighty Rage!
Lands Creek Log Cabins says:
Hi Rhonda,
Our hats are off to all the fine folks who contributed to the making of this video. It was a pleasure to have you and the Rage, Brad Paul from Rounder Records and the entire production crew here with us for the filming and lodging for the video. You and the crew truly captured the “feel” of the Great Smoky Mountains, a beautiful song in a beautiful setting. It was an honor to have you here on our grounds, we’ve never looked better!
Thanks for “keeping it real”, you are a true artist in every sense of the word. You work hard and are deserving of all the rewards that come your way. We look forward to your return!
Robin & Sue
Lands Creek Log Cabins
Lands Creek Recording Studio
Bryson City, NC
landscreek.com
Carol Cox says:
Beautiful!! Loved everything about this video! I am predicting it will become number one!!!!
Fran Quinn says:
Beautiful video! Beautiful song! This one has to go to the top.
Edward says:
Very nice video and song.
greg norwood says:
i stumbled on to this video. i think its great. also you are one fine looking women!!! good luck from an ole alabama boy!
Nick & Jen - Coeur d’Alene Idaho says:
Vance, your the man, great job buddy!!! From your biggest fans from the spud state. We miss you guys, take care and God bless!!!
umm, also, anyone know where I can buy that cabin? lol
Amanda Lynn says:
The song is beautiful, the video is beautiful, the artist is just about the best bluegrass has to offer; what’s not to love about this video? I love me some RVR!
Alissa says:
Dallas Henry and his crew did an amazing job of creating a whimsical looking story to match the spirit of the song, and Rhonda looks absolutely gorgeous. Vance is an amazing actor and he definitely showed if you’re not ready to fall in love with him, you’re not ready to fall in love. Love it!
Lisa Shaffer says:
Three words…I LOVE IT!!!!!
Jerry Salley says:
Literally brought tears to my eyes! There’s not an artist alive who could have done a better job! You’re the best! I am very grateful. Thanks Rhonda and everyone involved.
C.T. Strickland says:
Beautiful scenery, (including Rhonda) and lovely vocals. Nice to see the band (Kenny, Hunter, Mickey, and Darrell) in there too! A song worth playing over and over!
Amy-Beth Clampitt says:
I just saw the video for the first time today and it was so beautiful as was Rhonda Vincent. It was such a delightful experience to have you in our small town of Bryson City, NC. It was so great that you featured my parents hardware store in the video. As the oldest continually owned family business in Swain County, it was such an honor to have our store in your video. Thank you for allowing us to be part of your video and we hope that you will return to visit our beautiful Smoky Mountains again soon.
N.C. Clampitt Hardware
111 Main Street
PO Box 2339
Bryson City, NC 28713
828-488-2782
AMYBETHCLAMPITT@AOL.COM
Donald Bailey Jr. says:
its one of the best videos of the year love it
Georgia Hearne says:
Great video! Rhonda and the Rage are AWESOME! I hope the video goes #1.
Pam Ridgeway says:
Miss Rhonda;
How wonderful, have been watching your career from a far and it is sure been many years since Greentop and Queen City and riding the bus.
Girl, you have worked hard to get there and I think finally Nashville is opening their eyes!!!
Wonderful video, sorry for the bronchitis though.
Living in Iowa now. The girls are grown, married and children.
Again, a wonderful song, will look forward to the Ryhman show.
Bob and Pam (Woods)Ridgeway
Nancy says:
This is a fabulous Rhonda Vincent and The Rage video. I just love this song and could listen to it all day long. It’s great to see this video on CMT.
Janet Camille says:
Wow is right! What a voice, what an artist, what a song, & what a video. No wonder it’s all the Rage right now.
Doug - Maryland says:
Not only is she one of the best voices you have ever heard, she is so great with little people and those with any kind of disability. She genuinely likes people and enjoys seeing them enjoy some of life’s better gifts… the talent God gave her and to her band members.
bluegrassdon says:
WOW. There are no words left, good enough for this lady. She just gets better with age. She is a great singer, but an even better human being.AWESOME video.
Sherry A says:
I can’t stop watching this video…Rhonda’s voice just touches my heart…Great Song!!
Joey Friend says:
Rhonda,
Wonderful! What a beautiful song, a beautiful voice and beautiful lady….a number one hit. Best wishes and best of luck!
California Karen says:
Rhonda and the Rage……….
You out did yourselves! Wow! What a great video and done with true class. You truly are the Queen of Bluegrass.
I sure hope the newbies will see what they have been missing. We took in our first R.V. show in Springfield,MO
last fall and have fall’in for many more live show’s.
Have been listening to Rhonda for years but to see her in person is a different story. She is the hardest working gal in Country/Bluegrass music. Hopefully her body can keep up with her gumpsion…..
Treat yourself to a concert you will be hooked! Kudo’s R.V.
Ann A says:
An amazing video! The whole story gives you a tingle down your spine and goosebumps on your arms. With every word that Rhonda sings, you can actually put yourself in the storyline.
The best part of the video is that Rhonda does it with such class. Thank you for keeping the music real. No one could do it better. Good luck and hope it makes #1, you and the Rage deserve it.
Clarence says:
Your voice is amazing also love bluegrass
NewYork says:
While we have the gift of life, it seems to me that only tragedy is to allow part of us to die - whether it is our spirit, our creativity, or our glorious uniqueness.
jimbob says:
What year is that Plymouth Fury?
Marvelous says:
I love Rhona Vinscant she and Polly farton r me faurvert performders i chit in atinsapaton of ther nixt releast..
SanJose says:
College isn’t the place to go for ideas.
Amy says:
I just caught Rhonda’s performance on A Prarie home companion,and it was awsome! I’ve never herd her music before tonight,and I was just blown away. I love to find New bluegrass artist(well new to me).Ms. Vincent you’ve got a new fan! You guys should check out Bashful mountain also, if you love blugrass. They are going to be at The Riverbend festival in chatt. Tn. BLUEGRASS FOREVER !!
The Phoenix Son says:
An absolutely stunning video and song. Chillbumps all the way through. Rhonda has the amazing ability of putting you in that “walk in your shoes” state of mind because she is so down to earth. RHONDA VINCENT AND THE RAGE get my vote for best entertainers and best bluegrass ambassadors ever.
Maryde says:
Love the Video and everything Rhonda does - have been a fan since the late 80’s — Sally Mountain Family at the McLain Festivals on Big Hill.
Looking forward to seeing her and The Rage in Charlotte, MI the end of June.
Ol Mt Fiddler says:
I’ve been out on the road, far to long. I just saw the video for the first time. It was GREAT!!!! Great song, too!
Harry says:
What a great video from a very talented and beautiful woman.
The classic mopar adds a great touch too.
Jean Trester says:
Great video and I love the song.