A Love Letter To A Band Called LoveSong | Part 1 | With Ron Strand & Jerry Stanley
Description
In this episode of Orphans of God, Spun & Todd welcome filmmakers Ron Strand and Jerry Stanley, the creative team behind the upcoming documentary series A Band Called LoveSong The Music & Movement of the Jesus Revolution. Together, they retrace the story of the pioneering Christian rock band LoveSong, exploring how their music and message helped launch an entire movement in the early days of Jesus music.
Ron and Jerry share what drew them to the project, the process of gathering stories and archival footage, and the unique challenges of capturing both the cultural impact and the deeply personal side of the band’s journey. This conversation is filled with warmth, laughter, and reverence for a time when music became a bridge for faith and community.
At its heart, the interview offers more than just behind-the-scenes insights, it’s a celebration of legacy, storytelling, and the enduring power of songs that continue to speak across generations.
With discussion of Brian Wilson and The Beach Boys, Pastor Chuck Smith, Daniel Amos, Terry Scott Taylor and so much more.
Continued thanks to Dan Russell and Fingerprint Records for the use of the brilliant Mark Heard song Orphans of God. Audio editing by Dearl Poore and Todd A. Zeller.