Tom Hipps

As we come to the end of another (busy!) year, I want to take the opportunity to thank all of you who have come to the shows and/or purchased music or merchandise. In 2011, we played a record number of…

FROM ORDINARY is fresh off its gig at Crossfest 2011. Man, what a hoot! We rocked hard and had a great time. Yeah, it rained, but we didn't let it dampen our spirits. Sold lots of CD's and T-shirts... thanks…

It's official: FROM ORDINARY, our original Christian-flavored folk/rock band, is booked for CROSSFEST 2011. This will be our third straight appearance, and we're really excited. The band features myself along with Gordy Overing (drums), Dan Bergstrom (bass guitar) and new…

Ok, that Saturday night SHAKERS gig at Westfield was one of the best ever! So many friends and family there, it was mind-blowing. I wish I could have gotten to talk to every one of you, but there was only…

NOW AVAILABLE! My new single, "Music, That Is" is now available for download on iTunes and other major online music retailers. I poured my heart and soul into this one, and I hope it resonates with others who have found…

Yes, winter is finally loosening its claws and beginning to slink away, ever so slowly. SEE YA! I'm not generally a winter hater, but this one was especially long and cold and snowy and sloppy and gray and gray and…

I hope you all had a wonderful holiday season. I had the privilege of appearing in three (count 'em, three!) Christmas Eve services with the band at at Pleasant Valley Church. Such a talented bunch of people... it's always a…

I hope this finds you in good spirits. Everyone I know is busy, busy, busy this time of year (including myself). I guess there's nothing inherently wrong with being busy, but the key is to find those quiet moments when…

My new single "Generous" is now available through iTunes, CD Baby, and most other major online music retailers. "Generous" is a driving, harmony-rich song of praise. Also available: my last single, "Waiting For You", a lush, emotionally charged ballad.

Another Great Minnesota Get-together has come and gone. I always enjoy my appearances at the MN State Fair Crossroads Chapel. I believe this was my 6th or 7th straight year on the bill (could be more?). My folk/rock band FROM…

I'm excited and honored to have been invited to lead the music worship for 3 Sundays in a row at the church I grew up in, Pleasant Valley Church in Winona, MN. It is a wonderful place where I have…

After all the preperation and anticipation, Crossfest 2010 is wrapped up. I had a wonderful time playing a 45-minute set on Saturday with my band, From Ordinary. Also enjoyed hanging out with other musicians and the hardworking staff of this…