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Nation's Prayer was first written as a folk song by Anthony Sacco in the summer of 2005. Anthony sent it to Dan D'Alio in July 2005 with other original songs that became the start of their musical relationship.

"I became interested in Nation's Prayer because of the lyrics", states Dan. "The idea of a candle in the window, they light it every night, while waiting for a loved one to return from war, was very moving to me. I felt that this song could bring out the emotional conflicts and contradictions that we feel when supporting our country and praying for friends and loved ones to return home".

All of the instruments in Nation's Prayer are played by Dan except the field drums, drum set, lead vocal and lead guitar. "The evolution of this song is extreme to say the least. Tom Liberatore's screaming guitar was the icing on the production," states Dan. "I wanted conflicting emotions throughout the song and Tom's fluid and powerful guitar lines provided the emotional roller coaster I was looking for."

The interlude, a unique version of America the Beautiful using relative minor chording, elevates the song to cinematic status and provides the dramatic impact Dan wanted. "I wanted to be as patriotic as possible while at the same time evoking a sense of tragedy and uncertainty," states Dan. "The field snare played by veteran percussionist Wayne Cardarelli provided just the right military backdrop necessary to give this piece the seriousness that it needed."

Special thanks to the following people that helped to bring this song to fruition:

• Ashley Mongelluzzo; for helping to shape the melody line.
• Wayne Cardarelli; for your percussion work and your priceless production consulting.
• Roger Hatfield; for volunteering his professional mastering skills.
• Tom Liberatore; for your contribution of time, talent, and consulting.
• Steve Gunnard; for giving us a chance to feature your great voice.
• Leisa Coffman; for your endless day-to-day marketing and musical consulting.
• Anthony Sacco; for letting us take your work to new levels.
• Barb Ciletti and Rich Caputo; for tirelessly supporting Anthony's musical career.
• And general thanks to the following people for listening patiently to Nation's Prayer hundreds of times over the course of two years: Suzie, Gina, Abby, Tiffany, Larry, Mia, Landen, Jim and Brenda, Jim F., Leisa C., Sue Lib, and Don and Patty.
  

Steve resides in Millbury, MA with family of five. He has been involved in music for almost thirty years, from singing lead and playing guitar, to owning his own sound company. He started his first band "Tidal" in 1979 playing the local club scenes. From there it was on to fronting "The Steve Gunnard Band," featuring recording artist and songwriter Brian Johnson on keyboards.

While living in Florida Steve kept busy leading the band "Jokers Wild" and polishing his vocal skills. Upon moving back to Massachusetts, he joined up with his old friend and recording artist Robin Steiger to front "The Robin Steiger Group" a popular blues act in the area.

Now he hangs his hat with the band "Stilburnin" a high-energy southern rock band in New England. Steve states, "Music has brought much happiness to my life. I am honored and humbled to be involved in "A Nations Prayer". Each and every soldier deserves our support."