Speaking in metaphorical terms, Homer Joy has the biggest heart of any singer/songwriter I know.  He is a kind, humble soul with infectious passion and deft skils as a songwriter and a recording artist.  Homer Joy wrote Streets of Bakersfield, one of Buck Owen's  biggest hits (Buck is accompanied by Dwight Yoakum on the version that reached the top of the charts and won a Grammy).  Buck Owens also joins Homer Joy on a duet version of another great song Homer Joy wrote---a song that has repeatedly charted on the independent country music charts----John Law.  Artistically, this is the tip of the iceberg for Homer Joy, who has written and recorded many great songs. 

Ironically, this man with such a heart for country music has suffered over recent years with plaguing heart problems.  A few years back, Homer Joy had a very successful heart transplant, and that new heart kept on ticking for several years.   But recently that heart has been deteriorating to the point in which Homer Joy requires a second heart transplant.

I recently spoke with Homer Joy's wife, Suzan and I learned that Homer Joy continues to be receiving great care at UCLA Medical Center.  On April 1, 2010, Homer Joy will be placed on a list to receive a second heart transplant.

Second heart transplants are risky, and, as such, they are rarely performed.  But Homer and Suzan, like myself, believe in miracles.  They are requesting your ongoing prayers and support.  Also, Homer and Suzan are, once again, residing in Bakersfield, much to the "joy" of all of Homer's friends and fans from Kern County. 

Here's a link to an interview I did with Homer back in 2008:

Cup 'o Joy: Dr BLT interview with Homer Joy

Don't forget to keep Homer and Suzan in your prayers.  Prayer changes things and all things are possible.  We wish you a successful second heart transplant, and a speedy recovery Homer!