References < back to About Us "There are few individuals in Nashville with as much talent and vision as Eric Copeland. His ability to draw the best from an artist in the studio, combined with his endless relationships and resources, should make him any artist's first stop when deciding who will helm their next project." - Brian Mayes, President of Nashville Publicity Group "Eric, great job and a great idea to turn this from a rock song to a well done worship song. This song now has three lives as an acoustic psalm, a powerhouse worship song and an upbeat energetic concert song. You really do help people take things to a new level!" - Mike Westendorf, Singer/Songwriter, Milwaukee, WI "Eric Copeland is an excellent producer with the experience and skills necessary to help any indie artist create a recording that they would truly be proud of. When an artist project comes across my desk that Eric Copeland produced, you can bet it's going to get listened to!" - Ed Kee, Creative Director, Brentwood-Benson Music Publishing, Brentwood, TN "Thanks for the atmosphere you provided and the expertise you brought to the table. You are a very gifted producer and I could not be happier with the work you have done on this album. Thank you again, and may God continue to bless all future endeavors!" - Matt Pitzl, Singer/Songwriter, Portland, OR "Ministry Partners International is distributing several of the projects that Creative Soul has produced. We find his work to be excellent in all of his many talented areas, producing, songwriting, design of websites and CD Booklets, and many others that we most likely are not aware of. We would highly recommend Eric to any one who may need his God-given talents. He is a Godly man and a man of integrity." - Cricket Sehr, Ministry Partners International, Brentwood, TN "Somewhere along the way I got off track, lost my focus and began focusing on everything around me and listening to others who were not encouraging. Thank you for reminding me and giving the encouragement to get back on track! I know my limitations and areas of weakness but I know that as long as I go forward and do what I know He has called me to do then the growth and the healing(s) will take place. I cannot express to you how grateful I am for everything you have done for me and this project. Thank you for your patience and encouragement and I am going to do what you have shared with me to concentrate on. Thank you for the Jesus that shines through you! Thank you, thank you, thank you!" - Christine Ashford, Christian Vocalist, Virginia Beach, VA "Eric has really upgraded the quality of his client's projects. His "no compromise" approach to the recording process is evident in the hiring of the top studio musicians, engineers and studios for that particular project. The music industry has changed and Eric has adapted quite well to those changes." - Ronnie Brookshire, Grammy-winning Engineer/Producer, Franklin, TN "Eric Copeland has been producing records here at Dark Horse Recording for several years now. He is professional to a fault surrounding himself with the best musicians and engineers to produce results for each artist he brings in. His talent combined with a sincere goal to deliver excellence to each client makes it easy for me to give Eric my highest recommendation." - Robin Crow, Speaker/Owner, Darkhorse Recording "Thanks again for your encouraging words via your newsletter... they always seems to arrive just when I need to hear them most." - James Harvey "I really appreciate the quality and care that you put into the production of your recordings. As an internet broadcaster, you can imagine the assortment of music we receive, but every one of your songs has been produced with obvious attention to details. Eric, I'm impressed!!! Thank you!!! - Pastor Don Randall, BBN4Jesus Radio "After many prayers and countless hours of pondering over the next step to take, I am fully convinced that God led me to Eric Copeland and Creative Soul. It’s not just the fact that Eric possesses an amazing wealth of knowledge of what it takes to create a top notch project or that he has an ongoing working relationship with some of the most sought after musicians, engineers, and studios in the recording industry. The one attribute that stands above them all is his desire to help others proclaim the Truth to a world in need. By striving to develop you as an artist, you find that he has actually helped you become a more effective witness for the Kingdom. And that’s what it’s really all about." - Craig Whittaker, Singer/Songwriter, Pearisburg, VA "Eric Copeland is in my opinion one of the best producers in Christian music today. He has a heart for independent artists and goes way above and beyond to serve his clients. You can't go wrong with Eric at the helm! - Keith Mohr, President - Indieheaven.com "You are one of those rare people in my experience who continues to raise the bar on creativity and solid results and I know first hand that it's not easy. The successes are weighed by the dissappointments and the struggles. The joys however, when you help someone find their voice, or develop a creation they couldn't have done on their own are huge. Be encouraged. A lot of us are noticing the work you are creating and supporting." - Harry Offut, Independent Artist "With production of the CD completed, I wanted to thank you again for the great job you've done on Jono's album. I am very pleased with the result and have really enjoyed working with you. I know that I benefited tremendously from your ideas, instruction, and talent. Jono and I have prayerfully approached every step of this project and I think God answered our prayer with regard to selecting the right producer for the job. I'm anxious to see now what He will do with what we've created." - Mel Lester, Executive Producer/Writer, Jono Aggett, Jesus Now "I love what you did sooooooooo much!!!!! It definitely has emphasis on the beats I wanted, just the way it is. Artists will be lucky to work with you because you are an artist, too. I really appreciate all the care and skill you put into this song. It is excellent and you are very talented. You are also a pleasure to work with. And thank you for the curly fries." - Jana Stanfield, Singer/Writer/Speaker, Nashville, TN "Knowing Eric as I do, I know he has a heart of service. He is also honest and will not waste your time. If he believes improvement is needed on a project, he will say so. The reason he speaks honestly is because he cares for those he works with and their art. In my experience, he gives his best and then some. I am sorry that I cannot say the same about others in the music industry." - Greg Seneff, Of Counsel, The Seneff Law Office, Nashville, TN "I'm without a doubt convinced that Eric has been used by God to help me understand and develop my calling. As my producer, he's given me an outstanding platform on which to share my songs. As my friend, he's given me the confidence to finally be what God has made me, and what I wanted along." - Tom Dolan, Singer/Songwriter, Chrisman, IL "Eric is truly awesome! I find it amazing that one person could take what I have in my mind, my ideas, my standards, my way of life, my morals, and turn it into such beautiful words and melodies. It took me a long time to find the right producer but it was definitely worth the wait! Plus, we share the same love of food! What more can I ask for??" - Sienna, Christian Recording Artist, Franklin Park, NY " I just wanted to thank you for the integrity of your music production. It's refreshing to my ears and soul to find a Christian producer for "independent" artist who raises the bar. Thank you so very much, for sharing your gift with us." - Tim Watson, Email "I feel more confident in my ministries and in who I am in general. I'm not sure where this all came from - it certainly wasn't something I expected to come out of our (consultation) meeting, but God does awesome and unexpected things, and I needed to let you know how he used you and our time together in a life changing way for me. I came away so encouraged...for my ministry, my music, my relationship with God, and my self-identity." - Cheryl Esposito, Songwriter/Singer, Philadelphia, PA Eric, Thanks for all that you do. Your teachings have helped my wife and me in a major way. Your wait and pray 30-day teaching has helped us BIG TIME. We have shared it with others and they too have been blessed. You are a gift, from the Lord, to the body of Christ. Blessings, - Chuck Gleason "Eric is absolutely refreshing to work with. I think the greatest thing Eric has given me is confidence in who I am and my talent." - Amanda Fessant, Singer/Writer, Paris, IL "Thank you again, everything turned out great and I really enjoyed working with you. You are a class act!!" - Ken Johnston, Singer/Writer, Penn Valley, CA "You did such a good job you are now a naturalized Jamaican! Ya man, I'm proud of you... It was a pleasure. When do we start the next one??" - Eleanor Riley, Singer/Writer, Brooklyn, NY "Just a note to say thank-you for the demo you made for me. You did a terrific job - producing, arranging, composing, playing and singing. I don't write too many Christian lyrics but when I write another I will be back. All the best" - Keith MacDonnell, Songwriter, Middletown, NJ "I can not come up with the words to accurately describe what Eric has done for me and my CD project. Whether it be as a musician, songwriter, or producer, he is truly blessed!" - Trish Torline, Singer/Writer, Winchester, KY "This is really great. You have captured the updated groove that works really well with the vocals. Ship it out ASAP. Thanks again and look forward to working with you again." - Steve Rigdon, Singer/Writer, Paris, IL "I just want to say that this was one of the best experiences we have ever had as a band. Eric is a GREAT producer! He was very professional and had good creative ideas for our music." - Jan Stariha, Writer/Singer, Chicago, IL Contact Us >