2008
December
Living Waters Trio Searching for Baritone
Michael Smith of Knoxville, TN has decided to step down as LWT's baritone singer to spend more time with his family. Michael has been such a great inspiration to the ministry. We wish Michael and his family the best and pray that God continues to bless them as He already has, says Kelly Jennings. If you are interested in the position, please send all demos to the following address. You may also email demos as well. If you have any questions, contact them at the information listed below. The position will be filled ASAP. A demo is preferred before a scheduled try out but if a demo is not possible, other arrangements may be made.Living Waters Trio
449 Bell Hollow Rd
Kingsport, TN 37664
423-361-1660
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http://www.myspace.com/lwtbluegrass
Sirius XM Radio’s enLighten Schedules Encore Fan Awards Broadcasts
On New Year's Day, January 1st, Sirius XM's enLighten wil present encore broadcasts of the Singing News Fan Awards of the past two years. The 38th Annual Fan Awards for 2007 will air at 12 Noon ET and the 39th Annual Fan Awards for 2008 will follow at 4 PM ET.Both of these are enLighten's exclusive "enhanced" productions, which include all the action from the Freedom Hall stage, plus additional music by the winning groups and artists and comments by Singing News editor, Danny Jones.
For details and times for all of enLighten's special programming, go to http://www.sogoradio.com
Ron Blackwood Forms “Super Quartet”
Hitting the Road after 19 years of Theater PerformancesAfter spending several years in Branson, and eleven years in Pigeon Forge performing in multi-million dollar theaters, Ron Blackwood has decided to pursue his passion, and tour with an all-male traditional Gospel quartet. According to Ron, The Blackwood Quartet of 2009 will be known as “The Super Group.”
“I have literally taken months to hand-select the “best of the best” singers out there," explains Ron.
The men behind the voices are John Rulapaugh, from LaPlata, Maryland, formerly of the Dove Brothers and Palmetto State Quartet as tenor. Josh Garner, of Fairfiled, Illinois formerly of The Florida Boys sings the lead. Tracy Trent, of Asheville, North Carolina, sings baritone and assists with road management. Newcomer, Trent Adams, from Lineville, Alabama is singing bass. Pianist, Joe Cox, of Cookeville, Tennessee provides accompaniment. Ron Blackwood will keep concerts moving with his MC work and testimony as well as his baritone voice.
“I am more than ready to make this move. Singing in theaters has taken me away from my true love, Quartet Singing. I have enjoyed doing variety shows, but it is time for a change. I am at an age where I realize that I have to be true to my father’s legacy,“ stated Blackwood.
The “Hope for America Tour” featuring Ron Blackwood and the Blackwood Quartet will make its way across the country starting January 2, 2009. Group information and appearances can be found online at http://www.TheBlackwoodQuartet.com . Exclusive booking through Eagle Entertainment at 865-397-0049
Mike & Kelly Bowling Claim 2008 Song of the Year”
“Kelly, Jeff and I are grateful for this wonderful honor. From Becky and Sonya writing the song, to Canaan Records including it on our debut record, to the Rick Hendrix Company promoting the single, to radio DJs playing it for the world to hear, to the Harper Agency booking us at concerts to sing, we are thankful to everyone who played a part in this achievement. We sing “Your Cries Have Awoken The Master” every night on the road and every night we hear a new testimony. It is touching lives and that is what it is all about. We pray it continues to for many, many years,” commented Mike Bowling.
For booking information on Mike & Kelly Bowling, contact The Harper Agency (615-851-4500, http://www.harperagency.com or e-mail: (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).) For more information on Mike & Kelly Bowling or to order Faith To Believe, visit http://www.mikeandkellybowling.com or Canaan Records, http://www.canaanrecords.com
Melody Trio Announce New Website
The Melody Trio is proud to annouce their brand new website http://www.themelodytrio.net All their latest news, schedule, products, booking, pictures, and their latest Christmas concert information is all available on their site.Rare Crabb Reunion Comes to Paramount Arts Center
One of Southern Gospel music’s award winning family groups will reunite on stage to kick off the New Year with an especially rare night of music: the Crabb Reunion will be performing at 7:30 p.m. at the Paramount Arts Center, on Sat., Jan. 31st."Our goal is to reach all ages," Jason Crabb said recently about the upcoming event at the Paramount. He added that the family members—including Jason, Adam, Aaron, Kelly, Terah and others—now find an even greater appreciation and purpose in singing together since the retirement took place. The siblings continue in their own callings of music and ministry, and still enjoy getting together on special occasions like this one. According to Jason, it’s especially significant when they can join together on stage to perform in their home state of Kentucky. "We want to reach everyone, from the oldest to the youngest, because they all need the message of Jesus Christ.”
Appearing on stage at the Paramount Arts Center will be the Crabb Revival with Adam Crabb and Terah Crabb Penhollow, Jason Crabb, and Aaron and Amanda Crabb, along with an array of live musicians. The concert will be especially unique since all the members of the family will perform numerous Crabb Family chart-topping songs from yesteryear, and will also perform in other unusual musical amalgamations with new hits and medleys.
Fans are also invited to an intimate, pre-show dinner and meet-and-greet with the Crabb Family, at Daystar Studios, in Ashland, just five minutes from the Paramount Arts Center. The dinner will include a lovely buffet with drink included. Visitors can also tour the largest Christian television station in the tri-state area. Tickets for this special dinner with the Crabbs are limited. Order tickets, $20 each, by calling 606-615-5678.
For the Paramount Arts Center Show, 1300 Winchester Avenue, Ashland, KY, tickets are $20, $25 and $30. Tickets are available by contacting the Paramount at 606-324-3175.
Sirius XM Radio’s enLighten presents an 80-Hour “Southern Christmas Celebration”
enLighten’s fifth annual “Southern Christmas Celebration” … it’s 80 non-stop hours of Christmas Carols and holiday favorites, begins at 9 AM Eastern Time on Tuesday, December 23rd and continues through 5 PM on Friday, December 26th. enLighten’s Chief Shepherd, Marlin Taylor, comments, “if a Southern Gospel group or soloist has recorded a Christmas album within the past several years, you’ll likely hear selections from it on our “Southern Christmas Celebration.”Billed as “Southern Gospel radio for all of North America,” enLighten’s around-the-clock commercial-free programming is now available on more than 40 million radio and television satellite receivers throughout the United States and Canada … via XM Channel 34, Sirius Channel 67, DirecTV Channel 828 and Dish TV Channel 6067. For information about enLighten and all of its special programming, go to http://www.sogoradio.com
Capstone Qt Announce Personnel Changes
Lead singer and group manager Bob Sellers stated, "That scary thing called 'change' is eventual and inevitable in all things, including a group such as this. We appreciate the service and dedication that Jimmy gave for nearly eight years, and we wish only the best for him and his family in whatever role God may have in store for him next. In light of his departure, we consider ourselves extremely blessed to have found such a strong combination of person and singer as we did in Danny Scott to immediately fill the vacancy. I've never traveled with anyone more enthusiastic about our ministry, nor have I ever shared the stage with anyone who sung with greater passion and power. There are few people who can deliver a song quite like Danny, and with the experience he brings to the group, he's just as comfortable at rehearsal or in the studio as he is on the stage."
Make your plans to see and hear the new lineup soon. Also, be watching for Danny's first appearance on a studio recording from Capstone in the form of a Double-CD set containing 25 favorite inspirational hymns.
For more information, visit http://www.capstonequartet.com
Eighth Day Set to Release New Album, Everything Holy, Nationwide
The new album, titled Everything Holy, will hit Christian retail on January 20, 2009. The group has reached an exclusive distribution deal with New Day Christian Distributors, one of Christian music’s leading distributors to Christian retail outlets.
Scott Robinson of Eighth Day said, “We really feel like this is our best effort to date. We are very excited about getting our music into stores through New Day. They do a fantastic job, and we anticipate many great things from this deal.”
Everything Holy is currently available from Eighth Day at concert venues and online.
The new album was produced by group member Monty Lane Allen. Tracks were recorded at SoundShop Studios in Nashville, Tennessee, and vocals were recorded at Jimmy’s Place in Franklin, Tennessee. Mark Capps and Jim Frazier served as engineers for the album.
Monty Lane Allen wrote or co-wrote seven of the album’s 11 songs. Everything Holy’s first single, “Everything Holy to Me”, was written by Allen and Lu Groah. The song has been making a strong impact at Southern Gospel radio – already ranking on Southern Gospel’s leading charts like the Singing News Top 80 and GospelMusicTimes.com Top 40 Fan Chart.
Eighth Day recently scored their first Top 20 hit. Their last single, “Rolled Away Stone”, peaked at #16 on the September 2008 issue of the Singing News Top 80 chart. “Rolled Away Stone” was the latest from a string of hits from the group’s last release, Headin’ Home. All four previous singles released from that critically acclaimed project have broken the Top 40 on the Singing News Magazine’s Top 80 chart, the industry’s most recognized chart.
More information on Eighth Day can be found at http://www.eighthdaymusic.com .
About Eighth Day
Eighth Day is a popular trio based out of Spartanburg, South Carolina. The group is made up of husband and wife team Scott & Joni Robinson and Monty Lane Allen. The group has quickly established itself as one of the top new talents in Gospel music today. Their fresh and progressive sound has been described as a little bit country, a touch of bluegrass, and a whole lot of Gospel!
Chris Higginbottom Joins Brothers Forever as New Tenor
Christian singer/musician Chris Higginbottom is passionate about using his musical gifts for the glory of God and to spread the message of Jesus Christ. With an extensive background in music, he has been involved in various aspects of church music since the age of seven. In addition to his solo music work, Chris was the tenor for The AQUA Touring Group, a quartet with whom he has toured extensively. As a result of his ongoing music ministry, Chris recorded his debut album, entitled Higher Place, and released it in 2006. Whether ministering in various venues or at public events, or whether at home, in San Diego, with his wife and children, Chris is walking the path that God has prepared for him, with a true desire to serve the Lord who loved him first.
Curtis Hagy of Brothers Forever said, “We are excited about this new chapter in Brothers Forever’s story. Chris is a fantastic addition to our group, and we can’t wait to see where God takes us from here.”
Brothers Forever recently released the group’s latest recording Sheltered. The new recording was produced by Glen A. Tabor III and Brothers Forever. Tabor also engineered, mixed, and mastered the recording at Gat 3 Studios in Charlotte, North Carolina.
The newest single from Brothers Forever was just sent to Southern Gospel radio last month. The new single, “I Am Him”, can be found on Capitol Café, Volume 75, cut #6.
The group’s last single, “I Can’t Forget the Day”, charted on many of the industry’s leading charts including the SoGospelNews.com Top 40 Weekly Chart, Gospel Music News Top 100, and GospelMusicTimes.com Top 40 Fan Chart.
You can catch up with Brothers Forever at their homepage – http://www.brothersforever.net.
About Brothers Forever
Brothers Forever is based out of Church Hill, Tennessee. Nestled in the foothills of upper East Tennessee, this group has quickly become known for their unique style of southern gospel music. Songs such as "You Alone Are Worthy" and "I Have Been Loved" have become nationwide favorites. Brothers Forever felt the call to the music ministry a little over a two years ago, and since the group’s inception, it has been an exciting journey.
Driven Quartet Reaches Publicity Agreement with Southern Spin Entertainment
Based out of Charlotte, North Carolina, Driven is not new to Southern Gospel music. Collectively, this group of young men has been singing professionally for over 20 years. Their resumes include such groups as Danny Funderburk & Mercy’s Way, The Anchormen, and Lumber River. In 2006, this group of young men, through prayer, stepped out on faith and commenced their new full time career. Heeding to the call on their lives to present the Gospel through music, these four gentlemen created Driven Ministries.
Amy Marie Unthank of Southern Spin Entertainment said, “We’ve known the guys in Driven for a long time, and they truly are a class act. They’ve been making great strides in the industry since their inception two years ago – we hope to help them get even further!”
Southern Spin Entertainment is one of three divisions of the 501c non-profit organization SSE Group, Inc. The company is operated by siblings Amy Marie Unthank and Chris D. Unthank. The company currently represents artists, companies, and organizations in all genres of Gospel music – including the Dove Brothers, The Freemans, The Imperials, SoGospelNews.com, Southern Brothers, Misty Freeman, Driven Quartet, the Diamond Awards, Branson Gospel Music Convention, myTeamABC, Johnny Minick, Eighth Day, The Glovers, Sharron Kay King, HisSong, the Prophets Quartet, Wendy Word + forgiven, The Pathfinders, Amazed, and many more.
For more information on Driven Quartet, visit their website at http://www.drivenqt.com . Fans are also encouraged to visit Driven’s MySpace at http://www.myspace.com/drivenministriesjnf .
About Southern Spin Entertainment
Southern Spin Entertainment is one of three divisions of the 501c non-profit organization SSE Group, Inc. Southern Spin Entertainment focuses on publicity and marketing for Southern and Country Gospel artists. The company currently represents many artists, companies or organizations in all genres of Gospel music.
For more information on Southern Spin Entertainment, go to http://www.southernspin.com .
SSE Group, Inc.’s three divisions include Southern Spin Entertainment, SSE Design Group, and Southern Spin Radio. SSE Group currently owns and operates Glorious Creations and TheBridgeLive.net.
For more information on SSE Group, go to http://www.ssegrouponline.com.
Faithful Crossings Welcomes New Bass Singer – Al Mercer
Al has been singing professionally since 1992. Since that time, he has sang with the Oak Hill Boys, The Believers, Crystal River, and Soul Purpose and has shared the stage with many of Gospel's greats.
In addition to his smooth bass voice, Al has a great attitude and loves every minute he gets to tell others about his savior; he always has a smile and a kind word and is a joy to have around. His lovely wife Lyn can be seen with him at many of Faithful Crossings’ concerts.
Tammy Sumner of Faithful Crossings said, “Al is a great addition to our ministry. We can’t wait to introduce him to our fans, friends, and family of the group.”
Faithful Crossings is still seeking a baritone singer for the group. Faithful Crossings is looking for someone who lives in Central Florida and has a close relationship with Christ. Basic vocal techniques are desired – such as the ability to harmonize.
Tammy Sumner of Faithful Crossings said, “We are really seeking someone who feels they have a calling on their life to do this. This is our heart, and it is very important to us that we partner with someone who has a similar vision.”
Faithful Crossings currently does light traveling with the occasional extended trip. More information on the group’s traveling expenses and arrangements can be found out through direct communication with the group.
Faithful Crossings is currently accepting biographies, demos, and photos. The group is accepting them through email or regular postal mail. For more information, please email (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or call (352) 988-5611 or visit the group’s website at http://www.faithfulcrossings.com . (All applicants are required to fill out an application in addition to providing references prior to scheduling an interview).
Parties interested in mailing a demo can send any packages to Faithful Crossings, 15443 Markham Drive, Clermont, FL 34714 – though phone or email inquiries preferred.
More information on Faithful Crossings can be found at their webpage – http://www.faithfulcrossings.com. You can also visit their MySpace at http://www.myspace.com/faithfulcrossings.
About Faithful Crossings
Faithful Crossings is a Southern Gospel ministry based in central Florida. At the heart of the ministry is Tammy Sumner, former member of the acclaimed all-women's Southern Gospel quartet, Sweetwater Revival. Tammy is joined by her husband Curtis Sumner and children Taylor and Lauren.
Joseph T. Lee Releases Debut Album - Shield of Faith
Shield of Faith was produced by Donna M. Beauvais. Vocals were recorded at Daywind Studios in Hendersonville, Tennessee. The album also features background vocals by Eddie and Jessica Harrison (formerly of Hope’s Call) on two cuts.
Joseph T. Lee said, “My experience with Daywind Studios was excellent, and I would love to record with them again! Johnny Samson and Donna really worked hard to make my project a success!”
Donna M. Beauvais said, “Joseph T. Lee is a truly precious man of God, and he was such a joy to work with in the studio.”
Shield of Faith features 12 songs. The album showcases new and classic songs – including “How Great Thou Art”, “He Touched Me”, “I Believe In a Hill Called Mount Calvary”, “I’ll Worship Only at the Feet of Jesus”, and more.
The debut single from the album, “There’s a Miracle Coming”, was written by Sandy Bloemer. The new single will be released soon. More information on that will be forthcoming.
In addition, Shield of Faith is also available at Christian retail in the Mechanicsville, Virginia area. Lee has reached an agreement with Capstone Christian Bookstore to carry the new recording. You can visit the store’s website at http://www.capstonechristianbooks.com .
Shield of Faith can be purchased at Lee’s website as well.
More information on Joseph T. Lee can be found at his website – located at http://www.josephleemusic.net . Contact and booking information can be found at the site. Lee’s new, fully-updated website will be unveiled shortly.
Fans are also encouraged to visit Joseph on ShoutLife by heading to http://www.shoutlife.com/josephlee .
About Joseph T. Lee
Joseph T. Lee is an accomplished Christian businessman, actor, and vocalist. God has given Joseph the gift of song to share the message of Salvation and Redemption. He feels led to the music ministry as well as an evangelistic ministry of sharing his faith with others. His debut recording, Shield of Faith, released in December 2008.
Karen Peck and New River To Appear On TBN Tonight
The special Christmas focused show will be hosted by Jason Crabb. It is taking place at the Atlanta based TBN studios and will air nationwide at 9:00 pm central time.
Karen Peck and New River have a powerful ministry that reaches so many. Their list of credits and accomplishments is long, but the group’s first desire is to reach people for Christ. Tonight’s broadcast will showcase their musical talent and their incredible hearts for communicating hope to an audience. Be sure to tune in and watch ministry in action tonight on TBN.
To learn more about Karen Peck and New River, visit http://www.karenpeckandnewriver.com. For more on the Daywind family of artists, visit http://www.daywindrecords.com
Joseph Habedank of The Perrys on Gospel Music Today
The Gospel Music Today Webcast is online anytime at the Gospel Music Today website, http://www.gospelmusictoday.com
N’Harmony Announces Website
N'Harmony announces the launching of their new website http://www.nharmonymusic.com . The site provides biographical information, appearance schedule, online song clips, photo gallery, online store and a news page keeping you informed of the latest happenings with N'Harmony."The guys are very excited about the re-launching of N'Harmony," comments Shane Dunlap. "Our new website is just one of many state of the art innovations we have planned for our ministry. Please continue to keep us in your prayers."
N'Harmony is booked exclusively by the Dominion Agency of Eastover, North Carolina. For more information, please visit http://www.nharmonymusic.com or http://www.dominionagency.com
Rick Hendrix Hospitalized With Lead Poisoning
http://www.rickhendrix.com
Melody Trio Christmas Tour Appealing To Crowds
The Christmas Concerts are receiving such attention that The Melody Trio is already filling up 2009 Christmas Concert Dates. The statement so widely said is "I can't wait to see what they do for next year".
The Freemans Renew Publicity and Internet Promotions Contract with SSE Group, Inc.
Misty Freeman and GoldenVine Records will continue to work with the company as well.
“You won’t find a group more committed to Gospel music than The Freemans,” mentioned Amy Marie Unthank of SSE Group, Inc. “We have enjoyed working with The Freemans, Misty and GoldenVine this past year, and we look forward to another year with them.”
Darrell Freeman of The Freemans and GoldenVine Records said, “Amy and Chris and everyone at SSE have done a really fine job this year for The Freemans. We love their hearts and their work.”
“SSE has helped to take my music outside of the walls of the Southern Gospel community,” mentioned Misty Freeman. “Their reach goes farther than most people in the Southern Gospel industry realize. I’m extremely grateful for all the hard work they have put into my solo career.”
The Freemans recently earned their latest #1 song – this time as voted on by the fans. The group’s current single – “Three Rugged Crosses” – took #1 spot on the GospelMusicTimes.com Top 40 Chart. The GospelMusicTimes.com Top 40 Fan Chart is the Southern Gospel industry’s only chart that is based solely on the votes of the fans.
In addition, “Three Rugged Crosses” peaked at #2 on the SoGospelNews.com Top 40 Weekly Chart – the industry’s leading weekly chart based on radio airplay. “Three Rugged Crosses” was written by Rick and Marty Funderburk and is found on their latest album – Eyes On the Prize. That album has spawned off the record-breaking #1 hit “He Chose Me” as well as the hit single “Cast In the Sea” and ministry driven “I Need a Drink.”
This holiday season, The Freemans have been touring in support of their brand new Christmas recording – Christmas Memories.
The Freemans are currently preparing to record their follow-up to Eyes On the Prize. The album is slated to release in 2009.
The newly designed Freemans website is now up and running. Check out more information on the group’s current website at http://www.the-freemans.com. You can also visit the group’s MySpace at http://www.myspace.com/thefreemans07.
About The Freemans
The Freemans are one of Southern Gospel’s most celebrated and critically acclaimed groups. History, experience and spiritual wisdom are three attributes that can be used to describe the foundation of the Freeman ministry. Deeply rooted with family, the Freemans’ experience spans 30+ years. Now in their 20th year of ministry, the Freemans still perform at approximately 250 dates a year, and continue to experience tremendous success.
Mercy’s Well To Be Featured Artist On This Week’s Gospel Greats
Mercy’s Well will be the featured artist on this week’s Gospel Greats program. The syndicated Southern Gospel radio program airs on more than 200 stations throughout the United States and Canada, as well as XM Radio and the world wide web. The program’s host, Paul Heil will visit with Mercy’s Well members and play songs from the group’s brand new Christmas recording, December: Hymns Where The Story Began. The recording, produced by veteran Mercy’s Well producer Donna Beauvais, marks the trio’s first Christmas recording and features the group’s rich vocals, accompanied by pianist Tim Akers, who’s long list of credits includes Rascal Flatts, SHeDAISY and LeAnn Rimes.To obtain a listing of stations which carry The Gospel Greats visit http://www.gospelgreats.com. Visit http://www.mercyswell.com for other exciting news from Mercy’s Well.
Mystery of Christmas Concert Celebration To Be Filmed
Gospel Music Icon, Bill Traylor, will be the Master of Ceremonies for the evening. Performing on the program is Steve Warren “The Voice” (9 Time Grammy Nominee, 3 Time Inductee to the Gospel Music Hall of Fame and formerly of the Masters Five and Wayne Newton Show) along with Minnie Pearl Tribute Artist, singer, songwriter, and actress, Cheryl Jackson. Headlining the program is Ed Crawford’s exciting Mystery Men Quartet. Many of Gospel and Country Music’s Who’s Who are expected to be in attendance.
Veritas Media Group specializes in concept, development, production and post-production of projects including music videos (Greta Gaines, Judson Spence, Johnny Napp), documentaries, short films and live music events (Amy Grant, Michael Martin Murphy, Alison Brown).
Photography for this event is being supplied by Howard T. Ezell Photography and sponsors include Graphics, Inc. and Hilton Garden Inn.
Tickets for this event are available at http://www.TheMysteryMen.com or contact The Mystery Men Quartet office at 615-758-9003.
Dave Williford Records Tracks at Crossroads Studio
Southern gospel/ Christian country artist Dave Williford was in the studio recently to record tracks for an upcoming CD release. This project will be a collection of Dave’s recently penned original songs and includes styles from bluegrass to modern country. The recording session took place at Crossroads Studio in Ashville, NC. Jeff Collins of Crossroads commented, “When I first received the songs Dave had written that we were going to put to music, I knew from the lyric content that Dave was well-grounded in the gospel of Christ. When he and his wife arrived at Crossroads to record, our musical team experienced his integrity, his talent and good humor and had a wonderful day together creating music. I look forward to the completion of this project and know people who experience his music will be drawn to the Lord.”Williford spent much of 2008 re-working his stage performance and has a fresh new sound and look for 2009 including visual media and audience interaction. This project is a reflection of that work. “I love music and I love the gospel message”, says Dave. “I am constantly working on ways to present gospel music that is both engaging and exciting for the listener and I cannot wait to share this music with our friends!” The project is scheduled for release early 2009.
Dave Williford is a Christian country singer/ songwriter based in Jefferson City, MO. He tours with his wife Rebecca as Dave Williford Ministries and also as the Dave Williford Band.
More information is available at http://www.willifordmusic.com or at http://www.davewillifordband.com
Chuck Wagon Gang… Keep Traveling On
Crossroads Features Christmas Catalog Downloads
Crossroads Music is featuring their entire Christmas catalog ready for digital download direct to the customer! Current Christmas titles by artists like Ivan Parker, The Talley Trio and the Isaacs are available for direct digital download from the site as well as back list titles and out of print items that are unavailable in hard copy. Featured on the site is the two volume “A Crossroads Family Christmas” These are Christmas favorites taken from several artist Christmas projects and radio singles featuring the Talley Trio, Phil Cross, Mark Bishop, The Kingdom Heirs, Ivan Parker, The Kingsmen, Janet Paschal, Jeff Collins and more. Download these 2 collections in time for the holidays. To see all of our Christmas releases go to http://www.crossroadsmusic.com/christmas and take advantage of this holiday’s special offers. It is safe, easy and makes for great gift giving.Complete Canaan Tracks Available From Latest Canaan Releases
Canaan Records announced recently that complete Canaan Tracks are now available for Kim Hopper’s I Just Wanted You To Know, Mike & Kelly Bowling’s Faith To Believe and The Mike LeFevre Quartet’s Nothin’ But Good. The complete soundtracks include every song with lyrics from the original Canaan release and singers have the option of singing with or without background vocals on key songs. The performance tracks are being released to bookstores on January 27th, but can be purchased at a special online price TODAY by visiting http://www.canaanrecords.com/store. Also, Canaan Records is offering a free Christmas gift to customers of the Canaan Records’ store from November 1, 2008 until December 31, 2008. Fans can purchase album releases or complete Canaan Tracks from the Hoppers, Mike & Kelly Bowling, the Mike LeFevre Quartet and Kim Hopper or Canaan’s two-disc retrospective, Canaan Revisited, to receive their free gift. Personally autographed Canaan Christmas ornaments from the Hoppers, Mike & Kelly Bowling and the Mike LeFevre Quartet will be sent free of charge to fans who purchase a combination of two or more of these Canaan Records projects on the website.Cheryl Jackson Releases New Christmas CD
Joseph T. Lee Reaches Publicity and Web Publishing Agreement with SSE Group, Inc.
Also, Lee will receive a newly updated website and press kit from the organization.
Joseph T. Lee is an accomplished Christian businessman, actor, and vocalist. God has given Joseph the gift of song to share the message of Salvation and Redemption. He feels led to the music ministry as well as an evangelistic ministry of sharing his faith with others. His debut recording, Shield of Faith, is scheduled to release this month and was produced by Donna M. Beauvais (Hope’s Call, Mercy’s Well, Anchormen).
Amy Marie Unthank of Southern Spin Entertainment said, “Joseph is a multi-talented man that we just know the Southern Gospel world will fall in love with. We are so excited about working with Joseph this year.”
Southern Spin Entertainment is one of three divisions of the 501c non-profit organization SSE Group, Inc. The company is operated by siblings Amy Marie Unthank and Chris D. Unthank. The company currently represents artists, companies, and organizations in all genres of Gospel music – including the Dove Brothers, The Freemans, The Imperials, SoGospelNews.com, Southern Brothers, Misty Freeman, Driven, the Diamond Awards, Branson Gospel Music Convention, myTeamABC, Johnny Minick, Eighth Day, the Glovers, Sharron Kay King, HisSong, the Prophets Quartet, Wendy Word + forgiven, The Pathfinders, Amazed, and many more.
The new Joseph T. Lee website will be unveiled shortly, until then, you can find out more information on him at http://www.josephleemusic.net. You can also visit his ShoutLife page at http://www.shoutlife.com/josephlee.
About Southern Spin Entertainment
Southern Spin Entertainment is one of three divisions of the 501c non-profit organization SSE Group, Inc. Southern Spin Entertainment focuses on publicity and marketing for Southern and Country Gospel artists. The company currently represents many artists, companies or organizations in all genres of Gospel music.
For more information on Southern Spin Entertainment, go to http://www.southernspin.com .
SSE Group, Inc.’s three divisions include Southern Spin Entertainment, SSE Design Group, and Southern Spin Radio. SSE Group currently owns and operates Glorious Creations, SGBlogNews.com, and TheBridgeLive.net.
For more information on SSE Group, go to http://www.ssegrouponline.com.
The Gardners Named Winners at USAGEM Awards
The Gardners were awarded the Southern Gospel Crown Jewel Award – which is given to the Southern Gospel group of the year. The Gardners also won this award last year.
Mitch Gardner of the Gardners said, “We are so honored to have received this award again. We have loved our time and fellowship with the USAGEM.”
The USAGEM Awards were handed out at the United States Association of Gospel Entertainers and Musicians Annual Convention and Awards Banquet on November 21 & 22, 2008 at the Montgomery Bell Tennessee State Park Convention Center and Inn outside Dickson, Tennessee.
USAGEM is a non-profit, member-run organization of Christian entertainers and musicians who are dedicated to sharing and proclaiming the Good News of Jesus Christ throughout the world.
Based in Nashville, TN, the organization was formed in 2003 when a group of approximately 15 artists met to explore ways in which they could enhance their individual ministries by bonding together with other Christian ministries. From that small group of artists, today the organization has grown to more than 200 professional members. These artists represent five genres of Christian/Gospel music, including Southern Gospel, Black Gospel, Christian Country Gospel, Contemporary Christian, and Bluegrass/Acoustic/Folk Gospel. Each of these musical genres are represented by three Board of Director members who advise artists/members of their particular genre. Currently, the organization is experiencing a season of rapid growth.
If you have any questions about USAGEM, you are encouraged to call the organization's president, Daniel L. Johnson, at (615) 480-4066, or you can e-mail him at (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Fans are encouraged to listen for The Gardners’ current radio release, “No Other Name” at Southern Gospel radio now. The Gardners are currently in the beginning stages of recording a new album. More information on that is forthcoming.
More information on the Gardners can be found at http://www.thegardners.com.
About the Gardners
Based out of Huntland, Tennessee, the Gardners are a Southern Gospel music ministry that has spanned more than 40 years of musical excellence. Whether performing in small churches or major Gospel music events, the Gardners are a busy group, frequently performing and proclaiming their musical Gospel outside the traditional boundaries of the four walls of a church. Today the group is made up of twin brothers Michael and Mitch Gardner and Mitch’s wife, Regina. Together, they form a dynamic trio that features tight harmonies and well-written songs that are penned by the siblings.
Vertical Praise Announces Marriage of Tony Hensley to Pam Campbell
The happy couple exchanged vows on Saturday, November 15, 2008 in Charlottesville, Virginia.
Tony said, “Can you believe it? Seriously though, Pam is truly the answer to my many years of praying for the right girl for me. God is good!”
The Hensleys are now residing in North Garden, Virginia.
Vertical Praise is booked by the Blue Ridge Talent Agency. For information on how to book this exciting young trio, call 540.942.0226 or email (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).
For more information on Vertical Praise, please visit http://verticalpraise.com .
Fans are encouraged to visit the group’s MySpace at http://myspace.com/verticalpraisemusic.
About Vertical Praise
Vertical Praise is based out of North Garden, Virginia. The group was established in the spring of 2001 and was focused on regional ministry for many years. God began opening doors around the community for Vertical Praise to minister. The members of Vertical Praise are the first to tell you that all the praise, honor and glory goes to the Lord. All praise goes vertical! Members include Tony Hensley and Eddie & Holly Carden.
Rod Burton Exits ECC And Reaches Long Term Recording Agreement With 145 Music Group
Prior to branching out as a solo artist, Rod spent many years with a variety of groups. His earliest experience was with the late songwriter, Charles Feltner. Rod played bass and sang with "Charlie" as a teenager and later traveled with several other groups before making the move to a solo ministry in the 2006. Southern Gospel legend and Hall of Fame Member Ed O'Neal had this to say, "Rod is one of the best tenor singers I have ever heard."
Rod's 2007 CD, By His Grace, featured the national release, "It's Wonderful To Know," which landed in the top 15 on the Gospel Music Times Hot 40 chart, the industry's only 100% fan voted chart. By His Grace was followed by Walking In The Light, a CD that produced the charting single, "That's How A Miracle Feels."
145 Music Group A&R Director Paul Martin made the following statement concerning the signing of Burton: “With all the options available to Rod, we feel fortunate he has chosen to trust the 145 Music Group and Revival Wind with his musical future. It’s rare to find someone with the amount of talent and dedication to the ministry that Rod Burton has. All of us here at the 145 Music Group consider it an honor Rod chose to be a part of our Revival Wind label.”
Rod added “I’m thrilled to have the chance to work with the folks at 145 and Revival Wind. While there were many things that impressed me, their dedication and commitment to ministry was at the top of the list. I look forward to a long and productive relationship with them. I also want to thank the folks with The Eddie Crook Company for the last couple of years and for friendships that will last a lifetime”.
In addition to his full time ministry, Rod is also instrumental in putting together the first annual Branson Gospel Music Convention ( http://www.BransonGMC.com ) and will be performing there in July. For more information about Rod Burton, visit his website at: http://www.RodBurtonMusic.com or http://www.145MusicGroup.com
Cheryl Jackson and Brandon Andrews Sing at Nashville Dinner Theatre
Soloists Cheryl Jackson and Brandon Andrews are bringing Southern Gospel music to the Nashville Dinner Theatre and Senior Center of the Arts. Cheryl and Brandon will be providing pre-performance music during the Theatre's run of "A Scattered, Smothered & Covered Christmas" from November 28 to December 21.Cheryl says, "I was so excited that theater founding director Kaine Riggan contacted me and asked if I could come and sing prior to the performances, many of which have already sold out. I think this is a wonderful opportunity to share my music and my testimony."
"What a great chance to bring Southern Gospel music to groups of people who might never attend a concert in a church or auditorium," Brandon remarks. "This is a very popular venue in the Nashville theater community and I am elated to perform there."
For more information about Cheryl Jackson, please visit http://www.cheryljacksonmusic.com. To learn more about Brandon Andrews, go to http://www.brandonandrewsmusic.com. Additional information and tickets for "A Scattered, Smothered & Covered Christmas" are available at http://www.nashvilledinnertheatre.com.
Ames Agency Signs Mystery Men Quartet
Ed remarked, “We are excited about working with Amy and all the artist at The Ames Agency. The potential and opportunities are limitless.” Arrangements are now being made for the quartet to tour Canada and Europe in 2009.
The Mystery Men Quartet has recently released a new project titled, “Sing It Again!” featuring the single release, “Ready to Leave”.
For additional information on The Mystery Men Quartet, contact The Ames Agency at 615-673-8908 or visit http://www.theamesagency.com or on myspace at http://www.myspace.com/theamesbookingagency
Roy Webb Signs Exclusive Agreement With Song Garden Music Group
David Staton, VP of Label Operations for the label stated, “Anyone that was at NQC this year and watched Roy in action, making people laugh or playing for some of the industry’s top artists, has to know that he is the best at what he does. It’s no wonder he is a fan favorite”!
Booth Brothers and Karen Peck and New River Receive GRAMMY® Nominations
During the GRAMMY® Nominations Concert Live: Countdown To Music’s Biggest Night held last night in Los Angeles, Calif., the Recording Academy announced the nominees for the 51st Annual GRAMMY® Awards. Daywind Music Group recording artists the Booth Brothers and Karen Peck and New River were both nominated for Best Southern, Country or Bluegrass Gospel Album. The Booth Brothers’ debut Daywind album release entitled Room For More received the nomination, along with Karen Peck and New River’s sophomore Daywind release, Ephesians One. This was Karen Peck and New River’s second consecutive GRAMMY® nomination.
Booth Brothers members, Michael Booth, his brother Ronnie, and Jim Brady are elated with the news of the nomination. Michael shared, "We're so grateful to see the truth of Christ recognized by other musicians and music industry peers."
Karen Peck Gooch, along with her sister, Susan Peck Jackson, and Devin McGlamery make up Karen Peck and New River. Karen expressed her feelings about this amazing news. "We are very honored to receive the GRAMMY® nomination for Ephesians One. This album was a team effort. We want to thank Bubba Smith, Norman Holland, Ed Leonard, Shannon Lancaster, Michael Turner, Donna Beauvais, and all the people at Daywind for believing in us and sharing our goals in spreading the Gospel. This is an exciting time for New River. We are living our dreams. God is so good and faithful!"
The Booth Brothers’ album, Room For More, produced by Barry Weeks, features the #1 song, “Welcome To The Family.” Karen Peck and New River’s Ephesians One, produced by GRAMMY® award-winning producer, Bubba Smith (Crabb Family, Kirk Franklin, Shirley Caesar), features the current hit single, “I Want To Thank You.”
The 51st GRAMMY® Awards will be held on February 8, 2009, at the Los Angeles' Staples Center, and will broadcast in high-definition TV and 5.1 surround sound on CBS from 8-11:30 p.m. (ET/PT).
For more information on the Booth Brothers, visit http://www.boothbrothers.com. For more on Karen Peck and New River, visit http://www.karenpeckandnewriver.com. For more information on Daywind Records, visit http://www.daywindrecords.com.
Jeremy Peace Offers Christmas Mp3s
For this Christmas season, Jeremy Peace has placed his solo "Christmas Memories" MP3 files on sale. And to show some Christmas spirit, he is even allowing them to be downloaded before you buy.Jeremy states, "I recording this project a couple of years ago, after going through some old Christmas music, online. I felt it would be neat to record some of the old favorites, using authentic music, as they were recording years ago. This Christmas cd has blessed me during the Christmas seasons for the past two years, and I felt I should spread the joy and share it with others. I hope you take the time to sit and listen, and enjoy the music as I enjoyed recording it. I pray everyone has a blessed Christmas and a wonderful New Year!"
For more information email (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
N’Harmony Completes Successful Northern Ireland Tour
Shane stated, "The Emerald Isle has always been near and dear to my heart." He continued, "The people there are very warm and truly enjoy southern gospel music." All of the members of N'Harmony left feeling the same way. Plans are already underway for a return trip in May of 2009.
N'Harmony is booked exclusively by the Dominion Agency. Call 910-484-6996 to schedule a concert in your area. For more information, please visit http://www.dominionagency.com or http://www.nharmonymusic.com.
Homeland Entertainment Group Signs Sonshiners Quartet
"It just made sense" said Eric Melton( Director of A/R for Homeland) After seeing these guys in the studio at seeing their heart and vision for potential to grow past their immediate region, I saw an opportunity that we feel the Lord has placed together. I so look forward to many avenues ahead for The Sonshines as we continue to work together. Sonshiners Quartet group
manager Tim Chastain states " We were stunned that the staff at Homeland Entertainment Group would even consider the Sonshiners Quartet to join the label. This is our second recording associated with the phenomenal Nick Bruno. He is such a talent and along with this organization, we can clearly see even with the rich legacy of Homeland Entertainment, they are fully engaged in continuing the very best in Traditional Southern Gospel Music while following the Lord's leading. This is exactly what and who we want to be associated with."
The first project and title cut as the first radio release " I Choose To Believe" will both be released mid-December on the Riversong Label. The Sonshiners Quartet has been a strong quartet for over 35 years but more recently they have experienced sucess with several singles such as "One Of These Days" and "I Am With You Always". Currently performing over 140 concerts per year, The Sonshiners Quartet take pride in their rich heritage in Gospel Music and what God has on the horizon in the coming year as they partner with Homeland/Riversong Records.
You can find more information about The SonShiners
Quartet at http://www.homelandentertainmentgroup.com or http://www.sonshiners.com
The Couriers To Begin New Year With New Vision
The Couriers name has long been associated with integrity in music and ministry. While this group of musical evangelists has had it's influence in the Gospel Music Industry, it's passion has always been to reach the lost and encourage the saints. Never has this been more true than today.God has given a new vision; a vision for the future of The Couriers that will effectively meet the needs of today's church through excellence in music and the preaching of the Word. God has given fresh passion in the hearts of the men who have been charged with implementing this Godly vision to encourage and strengthen believers in this age of uncertainty with the timeless Gospel of Jesus Christ.
The Couriers are selecting new musical material with the goal of fostering commitment, unity and genuine worship in the body of Christ. They are seeking relevant, timely messages grounded in the Word of God to help disciple Christians to impact lives for eternity.
The Couriers of today, Larry More and Tim Beitzel are experienced veterans with over 50 years of combined ministry experience and are dedicated ministers, singers, musicians and songwriters with a commitment to the church. Utilizing quality musical production and multimedia resources, a Couriers service is an event for the whole church, young and old. You'll be challenged and encouraged; you'll laugh and you'll sing and you'll be drawn closer to the One who gave His all for you and wants to know you better!
The Couriers have taken some time off from touring to prepare for this new direction and to schedule services for 2009. Stop by the website from time to time for updates and details.
The Couriers…times have changed…the message has not.
http://www.thecouriers.com
Dora Pop Partners With Sweet Sleep
Pop is Sweet Sleep's First Artist PartnerDora Pop has partnered with Sweet Sleep, a Nashville-based non profit organization that exists to share God's love by providing beds for the world's orphaned and abandoned children. Sweet Sleep has launched the Artist Sponsorship Program with Dora Pop as their first artist.
Sweet Sleep began in 2003, when President and Founder, Jen Gash, went on a mission trip to an orphanage in the third world country of Moldova. There are currently 210 million orphaned and abandoned children in the world. Each day, 5,760 children become orphans. Moldova is the neighboring country of Romania and its national language is Romanian.
Being from Romania, Dora exudes a passion and desire for the heritage. "The first time I went on a mission trip to Romania was in the year 2000 and we worked in orphanages and small villages rebuilding the community and ministering to the children and families," Dora recalls. "When I first heard of Sweet Sleep, I felt God calling me to get involved ministering to people of my heritage."
These children often sleep on old, broken and soiled beds or have no beds at all -- forcing them to sleep on paper-thin mats or cold, dung floors making them susceptible to crawling, biting insects and disease. Sweet Sleep provides these children with a solid new bed frame with a thick foam mattress, vinyl mattress and pillow covers, mosquito nets when needed, a fluffy new pillow, comfy new sheets and a cozy new comforter. These orphaned children also receive a Bible in their language and are prayed with at their new beds.
"I vividly recall the hope and joy seen on the faces of congregations when organizations from America came in with a desire to help and bring up the cities of Romania and Moldova," Dora states. "Lives were changed and mine was one of them!"
Dora Pop was born in Oradea, Romania, and came to the United States at the age of two with her mother and sister. Her father had fled the country when Dora was six months old to come to America and provide a better life, full of religious freedoms, for his family.
Pop released her project, Who Am I, earlier this year and has been traveling full time with her ministry since this spring. To purchase her album, visit http://www.myspace.com/dorapopmusic or http://www.cdbaby.com.
For more information on Dora Pop, visit http://www.myspace.com/dorapopmusic. For more information or to see Sweet Sleep at work, visit http://www.sweetsleep.org or go to http://www.youtube.com/sweetsleepmoldova.
Junior Blackwood Brother member, Everett Reece, Passes Away
Junior Blackwood Brothers (James Blackwood Jr., R.W. Blackwood, Jr. Phil Enloe, Dean Brown and Everett Reece
Young Harmony Performs On Donny And Marie Show
Young Harmony was invited to sing on the program after Donny and Marie heard their version of “May Tomorrow Be A Perfect Day.” The song was a mainstay of the Donny and Marie Show that was on television several years ago. In fact, they ended every program with it. The song was written by Alan Ralph Osmond, M. Wayne Osmond and Merrill Davis Osmond.
The song was recorded by Young Harmony on their “Strength” project in 2005. “We decided to put the song on our project to give radio DJ’s a song that would be suitable to close their programs with,” stated Johnathan Bond. “I love the message of the song; straight and to the point! We never imagined it would give us the opportunity to sing the song on the Donny and Marie Show. It’s amazing to watch God Work and open doors for His Children!”
The performance in Nevada was taped for use in a DVD release of Donny and Marie’s Shows at a future date. The Young Harmony recorded version of the song is available on the “Strength” project and may be purchased wherever Gospel Music is sold or through the Young Harmony website.
For more information on Young Harmony, visit their website at http://www.YoungHarmony.com .
Fifth Annual Spirit Of Christmas Tour with Stephen Hill and Woody Wright
Popular singer/songwriters Stephen Hill and Woody Wright will begin their Spirit of Christmas Tour for the fifth time on December 5, 2008 at Silver Heights Campground and Retreat Center in New Albany, Indiana. Previous tours have taken the duo to dozens of cites in over twenty states. The concert series is an annual event for many venues. "It is great to go back and spread some Christmas cheer with friends year after year." says Woody Wright, "When we started doing this back in 2004, we didn’t realize the success we would have, or that we would be able to keep doing it like this. Next year we plan to take the tour to Norway and the Netherlands. What fun!"The Tour set list includes classic Christmas favorites and hymns, along with original songs that the two songwriters have written and performed on the popular Gaither Homecoming Video programs. Stephen Hill said, "Folks like to hear the writer’s version of songs they have heard on radio and television. We are thankful that our songs have been heard around the
world, and it’s an added blessing to have the chance to offer our own live versions."
More Spirit of Christmas Tour information can be found at http://www.woodywright.net and http://www.stephenhillmusic.net
Canaan & Friends Christmas Podcasts Now Available
“Here Come The Rattlesnakes” Released From Canaan Vault December 2nd--On December 2nd, Canaan Records released their first Canaan & Friends Christmas Podcast from a series of digitally recorded interviews and songs celebrating A Classic Canaan Christmas. A different Podcast will be posted each week in December, which includes song clips from A Classic Canaan Christmas, as well as Christmas memories and interviews with Jan-Buckner Goff, Ernie Haase, Kelly Nelon-Clark and more! All four Podcasts are hosted by Les Butler of the Singing News Magazine and can be heard and subscribed to at http://www.canaanrecords.com. Listeners can also find out how to win two free tickets to the SGMA Hall of Fame and Dollywood by listening to the podcast or logging on to Canaan’s website by December 31st. Radio DJ’s and Media outlets may obtain all four Canaan & Friends Christmas Podcasts, to post on their own website, by signing up at http://www.canaanrecords.com/radio. Each Podcast will be sent through a special MPE e-mail after approval.
Also on December 2nd, a special release of Wendy Bagwell’s classic “Here Come The Rattlesnakes” will be released from the Canaan Vault digitally and to radio stations worldwide. The first Canaan & Friends Christmas Podcast commemorates the re-release of “Here Come The Rattlesnakes” with a special interview with Jan Buckner-Goff and a clip from the single. “Here Come The Rattlesnakes” and other single songs can be purchased from most major digital service providers for around only $1.00 and additional Canaan vault releases can be purchased for around $10.00 for full albums. Access to purchase and view these new releases can be found by logging on to http://www.canaanrecords.com/vault. More upcoming releases include The Cathedrals’ Something Special (January 20th) and The Happy Goodmans’ The Legendary Goodman Family (February 17th). For more information on downloading Southern Gospel music to your computer or burning it to a CD, visit http://www.canaanrecords.com today.
Just in time for the holidays, http://www.ChristmasForTheWholeFamily.com will launch a special seasonal internet radio station including three specific genres of Christmas music. Listeners can stream the Country Christmas station featuring Canaan’s A Classic Canaan Christmas, Faith Hill’s Joy To The World, Diamond Rio’s The Star Still Shines, Randy Travis’ Songs of the Season and other country favorites. Also available is a Kids Christmas station and a Contemporary Christian Christmas station. Fans of Christmas music can also combine all three stations into one Christmas For The Whole Family station and can purchase these albums straight from http://www.ChristmasForTheWholeFamily.com. From Josh Groban to BarlowGirl and pureNRG to the Cathedrals, this special internet radio site is sure to have something for the whole family to listen to this holiday season.
Canaan Records wants to wish everyone a Merry Christmas by giving fans a FREE CD full of Christmas music and other Canaan selections from the Hoppers, Mike & Kelly Bowling, the Mike LeFevre Quartet and Kim Hopper at http://www.canaanrecords.com. After signing up to be a Friend of Canaan, the free music can be downloaded and saved to your computer or burned to a CD by entering the promotional code, “FREEGIFT.” The seasonal giveaway in is conjunction with a special article in the December issue of the Singing News magazine. Emily Higinbotham and Shaun Jackson of Word Entertainment explain the advantages of downloading music and address common misconceptions that will help extinguish the fear of obtaining music over the internet. The complete article is available at http://www.canaanrecords.com
Also, Canaan Records is offering a free Christmas gift to customers of the Canaan Records’ store at http://www.canaanrecords.com/store from November 1, 2008 until December 31, 2008. Fans can purchase album releases from the Hoppers, Mike & Kelly Bowling, the Mike LeFevre Quartet and Kim Hopper or Canaan’s two-disc retrospective, Canaan Revisited, to receive their free gift. Personally autographed Canaan Christmas ornaments from the Hoppers, Mike & Kelly Bowling and the Mike LeFevre Quartet will be sent free of charge to fans who purchase a combination of two or more of these Canaan Records projects on the website.
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Lamp Music Welcomes Heartline
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Lamp Music Signs Zach Flowers And Revived
"It's such an inspiration to see young people serving the Lord," says producer, Mike Pillow. He continues, "Not only does his ministry have a fresh new sound, but an intense desire to minister."
Tentative street date has been set for early 2009.
For more information about Zach Flowers and Revived: http://www.myspace.com/zachflowersandrevived
Higher Hope Adds Bass Singer
Group manager, Jenna Boyd recently commented about the transition, "We are so excited about moving into the fuller, richer sound of a mixed quartet. Danny has so much to bring to the table being a fine Christian and a talented bass vocalist. With a big heart for people, he has so much to share with our audiences. We are thrilled about his decision to be a part of our ministry."
For more information: http://www.higherhopeonline.com
Former Florida Boys and Dixie Echoes Bass, Billy Todd, Passes Away UPDATED
Former Florida Boys & Dixie Echoes bass singer, Billy Todd, passed away this morning (November 30th), after a long battle against alzheimers. Stewart Varnado has a special "Remembering Billy Todd" page on the Dixie Echoes website: http://www.dixieechoes.com that consists of a brief biography along with many pictures of Billy throughout the years.Visitation:
Tuesday, December 2nd
5:30-8:30 pm
Pensacola Memorial Gardens
7433 Pine Forest Rd
Pensacola, FL.
Funeral Service will be Wednesday at the above location.
Cards may be mailed to:
Jane Todd
1602 Governors Drive, Apt. 2311
Pensacola, FL 32514
Donations can be made to:
Covenant Hospice Milton Branch
5907 Berryhill Road
Milton, Florida 32570
Please remember the Todd family in your prayers during this time.
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