2006
December
Tyler Hudson Joins Southern Image Quartet
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Southern Gospels Oldest New Years Event Returns to Charleston, WV This Weekend!
Charleston, WV is home of the longest running New Years Sing! It returns this weekend with one of the greatest talent lineups ever featuring Tony Gore, Michael Combs, The Greenes, The Kingsmen, The Jody Brown Indian Family and Ricky Atkinson and Compassion. This year the sing will be held on Saturday night December 30th at 6pm at the famed Municipal auditorium, home of the concert since the 60’s!Tony Gore says “We decided to move the concert this year from it’s normal New Years Eve night because New Years Eve falls on a Sunday night and we did not want to interfere with any Church activities planned for Sunday night.”
This years event promises to be one you don’t want to miss, make your plans now to bring in the New Year in Charleston, WV! Tickets are available through Ticket Master and the Charleston Civic Center Box Office.
For more information contact Tony Gore Enterprises at 205-755-1123.
XM Radio’s enLighten 34 Presenting Several New Year’s Specials
Beginning at 8:30 PM ET on Sunday – New Year’s Eve, enLighten is presenting more than seven hours of “live concert” recordings, calling it a New Year’s Gospel Jubilee. Preceding it, beginning at 5 PM ET, Paul Heil’s Gospel 2006 In Review will be heard.Groups to be featured on the New Year’s Gospel Jubilee include the Kingsmen, Cathedrals, Perrys, Bill Gaither Trio, Downings, Ernie Haase & Signature Sound, and Greater Vision … plus a couple of “surprises.”
On Monday, New Year’s Day, enLighten 34 will air a repeat broadcast of its four-hour Singing News Fan Awards production beginning at 3 PM ET, to be followed by the weekly Daniel Britt & Friends program and, at 8 PM ET, a repeat of Paul Heil’s Gospel 2006 In Review.
XM Radio’s enLighten 34 can also be heard via XM Radio OnLine on Channel 34, as well as on DirecTV Channel 828 and AOL Radio.
Terry Robertson Joins the Melody Boys Quartet as Lead
Gerald Williams is pleased to announce the lead position of The Melody Boys Quartet is now being filled by Terry Robertson. Williams stated, "Terry first auditioned for TMBQ about ten years ago but scheduling was a problem. Now with all things as they should be, Terry is on board and doing a beautiful job. Terry brings a new dimension to the Quartet. He is a Deacon at First Baptist Church in Benton, AR, and he is a home boy from Arkansas. Welcome aboard Terry!"Adrian Payne’s Grandmother Passes Away
(Goodlettsville, TN) - The Eddie Crook Company has learned that the grandmother of studio engineer Adrian Payne has passed away. Lucy Payne passed away on Friday, December 22nd and was laid to rest on Tuesday, December 26th in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Mrs. Payne was 93 years old. Mrs. Payne was the also the mother of Evangelist Singer/Songwriter James Payne.Cards of condolences may be sent to:
Eddie Crook Company
c/o Adrian Payne
P.O. Box 989
Goodlettsville, TN 37072
Psalm 101….the wait is over!
After many unexpected delays, the long awaited new project from Psalm 101 is completed. The CD will be available December 26th, 2006!Bill and Angela Fulkerson, along with co-producer Donna Beauvais, started this project back in March of 2006. The week they were scheduled to be in Nashville to finish recording vocals was the same week the tornado swept thru the Nashville area. Then, there were some scheduling delays along the way. The final touches of the recording process were completed back in July. On August 15th, Bill fell 22 feet from a roof top face down onto concrete and suffered several broken bones. He spent 2 months in a wheelchair but God has miraculously given him a full recovery. The graphics and photo sessions were the last to be completed just recently in Novemeber.
"We thought this day would never come," says Angela Fulkerson of Psalm 101. "It has been a very long and trying process but it was Worth The Wait! We sent our first single to radio in Novemeber and we are already getting great response from folks hearing the song and being blessed. This CD is our first attempt at producing and we are very pleased how it all turned out. There is a lot of blood, sweat and tears poured into every aspect of this recording and we are thankful for God's faithfulness!"
Worth The Wait is packed full of talented people. Musicians include: Gordon Mote, Jason Webb, Kelly Back, Bill Fulkerson, Scott Sanders, Duncan Mullins, Aubrey Haney, Bryan Sutton, Scott Williamson & "Jelly Roll" Johnson. Background singers: Chip Davis, Angie Prim & Hope's Call. There are eleven great songs from writers such as: Rebecca Peck, Russ Taff, Ashley Cleveland, Kenny Hinson, Joe Beck, Carl Cartee, Angela Fulkerson, Charmaine Massey & Donna Beauvais.
The first single, "He Prays For Me" is a fun encouraging song written by Charmaine Massey, Angela Fulkerson and Donna Beauvais.
To learn more about Psalm 101 and to order the Worth The Wait CD, please log on to http://www.psalm101ministries.org
The Imperials Wrap Up Successful Christmas Tour
“We want to present a Christmas event that will be enjoyable for the whole family,” says Jeremie Hudson, tenor for The Imperials. “Some of the songs are Christmas hymns like “Hark the Herald Angels Sing,” “Silent Night,” and “O Holy Night”; others are ‘secular’ favorites like “Sleigh Ride” and “White Christmas”; and we even have a children’s section where the kids in the audience come on stage songs with us like “Jingle Bells” and “Away In A Manger.”
This year’s tour began in Columbia, Tennessee and then had stops in Brownsburg, Indiana, and the Fort Wayne, Indiana area. After a couple of ministry days at the Tennessee Prison for Women in Nashville, Tennessee the tour moved to Texas with stops in Cleburne and Brownwood. The final leg of the tour found the group in Athens, Tennessee, Cleveland, Tennessee, Nashville, Tennessee, Chesapeake, Virginia, and Waynesboro, Virginia. The tour culminated with a trip to Washington DC for a scheduled performance on the Ellipse of the White House at the national Pageant of Peace.
One of the highlights of this year’s tour was what has become an annual ministry stop at the Tennessee Prison for Women for their Christmas party.
“We sang for about 750 inmates in three different events over two days,” says Shannon Smith, lead singer for The Imperials. “We were also able to sing for the women in solitary confinement as well as the new inmates. We were able to make a gospel presentation, and we saw at least 150 women commit their lives to Christ and were able to pray with several others and encourage them in their walk with the Lord.”
Overall, the tour saw over 200 people pray to receive Christ. All of the guys agreed that this is what made the tour a resounding success!
Be sure and listen for The Imperials’ first single in over five years at Southern Gospel and Inspirational radio all across the country. “Arise My Love” can be found on the group’s new self-titled release.
For more information on The Imperials, the new recording, and their recent television appearances, please visit http://theimperials.com.
About The Imperials
The Imperials have a vast and rich history that expands beyond genre borders. The Imperials have released over 40 albums and have had 14 songs go number one. They have won 12 Grammy Awards and 13 Dove Awards, and they also were the first Christian artist to perform on the Grammy Award telecast. The group was inducted into the Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame.
Canaan’s Crossing To Appear On Syndicated Radio Show
Song Garden recording artist Canaan’s Crossing is scheduled for Sanctuary, a syndicated radio show featuring bluegrass gospel music hosted by Larry Royce on Sunday December 31st. Canaan’s Crossing released their debut Song Garden release Side by Side in 2006 featuring their latest radio release “In Your Own Time”. For a list of stations that carry Sanctuary visit their website at http://www.sanctuarybluegrass.com . To learn more about Canaan’s Crossing, log on to http://www.canaanscrossing.com .Solid Gospel 105.1 Nashville Leaves Southern Gospel
Effective immediately Solid Gospel 105.1 Nashville will no longer be playing southern gospel music. Their new format will be Sunday morning worship music - 24 hours a day. In addition they will be known as Life 105.1. Salem Music Network leaves the following note to their southern gospel listeners:"To those of you who've enjoyed southern gospel on 105.1 over the years, we thank you for your support. You can still hear our Solid Gospel network on your computer at http://www.solidgospel.com . You also can hear our Solid Gospel 105 on Nashville's east side on 104.9fm. Plus, Southern Gospel music can be heard on 1030am out of White Bluff, TN."
New Crossroads Release to Feature Jerry Salley and Other Major Artists
Considered one of Music Row’s most successful writers, Salley is known in the Bluegrass, Gospel and Mainstream Country markets as a masterful tunesmith. New Songs, Old Friends gives examples of all of Salley’s strengths from his own version of I’m Gonna Take That Mountain, recorded by Reba McEntire, to the Southern Gospel leanings of John in the Jordan all done Bluegrass style by the best players in the genre today.
“This is Jerry’s first major release,” states Ty Gilpin of Mountain Home Music Company. “Although the top performers in the business have recorded his tunes, this project allows him to shine both as a singer and performer as well as a powerful writer.”
Salley’s new project is scheduled for a January 16th release with Mountain Home Music Company.
Jeff & Sheri Easter Celebrate Number One Hit
Lincolnton, GA - Christmas time has hit Lincolnton, GA! Jeff and Sheri Easter received an early Christmas present this week when they learned their latest single, “Over And Over,” has reached the Number One spot atop The Singing News Magazine’s Top 80 Chart. The group is thrilled with the success the song has achieved on the various radio charts nationwide, but is especially excited about the Number One spot in The Singing News, as the achievement marks the talented group’s first ever Number One in The Singing News. Jeff and Sheri are also thrilled that the song is the debut single from their first ever indepenent release, “Life Is Great And Getting Better,” which is available on Jeff and Sheri’s own independent label, She Loved Music. The Chart featuring Jeff and Sheri in the Number One position will appear in the February issue of The Singing News, which will also feature Jeff and Sheri Easter on the cover.Hope’s Call Christmas Miracle
Mercy River Boys Reunite For New Year’s Eve Concert
The Mercy River Boys from Columbus, Ohio are reuniting for a New Years Eve Concert. This group from the Mid 90's had chart success with "Ship Will Not Go Down", "Heros We Have Known", "I'll Just Start To Live When I Die", and "Holly Hills". Performing will be Tom Graham - Bass (formerly of the Stamps Quartet), Brad Lambert - Baritone, Buddy Bates - Tenor, and Mark Reese - Lead. The concert will be New Year’s Eve at Brookside Church, 2215 Egypt Pike Chillicothe, OH at 6:30pm. Church Phone: 740-775-2884Shannon Bunch Completes New Recording
Although Shannon writes about two thirds of his own music, several writers contributed to this album, titled “Take Me There.” Songs include works by Michael Smith (writer of Heirline’s “My Home”), Shane Roark, Randy Mobley, Jimmy McMillan (writer of the Galloways “Saving Grace), William Allbritton, Mark Willet and of course, Shannon contributed a few of his own.
You may remember Shannon from his recent radio singles “The Harvest is Ripe” and “One Day My Day Will Come.” Both songs shared time in the Singing News charts this year. His current single “It All Starts with a Song” was recently reported as a DJ Pick Hit for November and is receiving heavy airplay at many stations across the country.
About the recording Shannon shares, “I am so excited about this new album. I was really pleased with my last album and the success it had, but this album is even better. There are some awesome songs that I believe will touch the lives of many. Because it has been a few years since I recorded last, it was great to be back in the studio with the folks at Chapel Valley again.”
Look for the new album to debut mid to late January. To find out more about Shannon Bunch, please visit http://www.shannonbunch.com
McMillan & Life Welcome Paul Sanders
Coastal Media Group & Eddie Crook Company To Produce “Nashville Live”
Rob Patz, President of the Coastal Media Group, owns two internet radio stations. He has a history rich in announcing with 17 years in radio and has hosted the nationally syndicated radio show, the Southern Styles Show, since it's beginning in September 1993. Rob does voice work for various outlets including Fortune 500 companies as well as emceeing concerts and special events. He also was the 2005 recipient of the "Paul Heil Diamond Award for Excellence” in radio.
The first artist in this series will be the Northmen who record with ECC’s Cross & Crown label. Projected distribution is scheduled to begin early 2007.
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Gary Bellew’s (Brothers Forever) Grandfather Passes Away
Gary Bellew's (Brothers Forever) grandfather passed away on Monday, December 15, 2006. Please keep Gary and his family in your prayers. Gary's grandfather, Paul Pipkin, was a very influential minister in the Assemblies of God. Below is a neat story about his life:"Paul Pipkin was 86 years old. God called him to preach when he was 16 years old, and so he did. He and and his wife, Violet Pipkin, were Assemblies of God missionaries for 50 years. They worked in China for a year and a half until they had to evacuate to the Philippines at the end of 1948. Just before they had to leave China, Paul and his Chinese interpreter flew into cities surrounded by the communist army and held final evangelistic meetings.
In the Philippines, they worked with the Far East Broadcasting Co. for two terms. They had numerous broadcasts, as well as directing the pre-tuned radio department for a term. They also were asked to help in Japan for a year and later two years in Taiwan. They then returned to the Philippines for two more terms. During that time, Paul was the Director for the International Correspondence Institute (now Global University) in the Philippines. Later, they returned to the United States and served as the Director of Development for the International Correspondence Institute (ICI).
The last years of their missionary career they took 36 ICI courses and made them into radio scripts and then produced English language radio programs which were then broadcast by shortwave by the Far East Broadcasting Co. Those English scripts were then translated into Mandarin, and a Chinese couple made the radio programs. Global University puts both the English and Mandarin broadcasts on the internet.
Paul has loved the Lord since he was 16 years old, and he has been a faithful servant all these years. Even in these last few years, even when he had such a difficult time expressing himself, he was always quick to thank and praise the Lord out loud, often singing. He often relied on his daughter to finish his prayers when the words just wouldn't come."
A Very Special Crabb Family Christmas
A very special Crabb Family Christmas will air on the Trinity Broadcasting Network (TBN) Tuesday, December 19th and Friday, December 22nd at 9:00 pm (cst). For more information and local airtimes, log onto http://www.tbn.org. For more information on the Crabb Family, log onto http://www.thecrabbfamily.comThe Frosts Renew Contract with ECC
The project will include 10 brand new songs written by Michael Frost. A new single will hit radio early next year! Watch for more details coming soon!
The Frosts enjoyed two Singing News Top 80 singles this year, including "Author and Finisher" and "God's Gonna Give You A Testimony," both from the project titled “Testimony”. The Frosts current single, "Who Will Shout the Loudest," continues to receive widespread radio airplay.
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SGN Scoops Diamond Awards Announce Hosts for 2007 Program
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Allen Smith, owner of SGN Scoops Magazine, is proud to announce the new hosts for the 2007 Diamond Awards.The 2007 awards program will be hosted by two of Southern Gospel’s most beloved faces – Karen Peck Gooch and Johnathan Bond.
Karen Peck Gooch is no stranger to Southern Gospel music – having over 25 years experience performing, writing, and being a leader in the community. Karen is one of the most awarded female artists in the history of Southern Gospel and currently owns and operates the three time Diamond Award winning Trio of the Year – Karen Peck & New River.
Johnathan Bond is one half of the popular duo Young Harmony. Joined by his wife Ginger, Young Harmony has been one of the fastest rising artists in the history of Southern Gospel music. Known for their unique testimonies, Young Harmony travels ministering in word and song everywhere from revivals to concerts.
“We are very excited to have such wonderful people like Karen and Johnathan join us in this year’s Diamond Awards,” mentioned Allen Smith. “Both of these individuals are known for their integrity and hearts for ministry. I know they will do a wonderful job at this year’s awards program.”
The SGN Scoops Diamond Awards recently announced a new corporate sponsor and location for the 2007 Diamond Awards. Wilds & Associates has signed on as the corporate sponsor for the 2007 SGN Scoops Diamond Awards. Also, The Brannin Agency will be a sponsor for the event, while Southern Spin Entertainment, SGMRadio.com, and 770 AM Southern Gospel – Kentucky’s Official Voice of NQC have signed on as co-sponsors for this year’s event.
In addition to the new sponsor, the 2007 SGN Scoops Diamond Awards will be presented in a new location. The awards program will take place in the Mary Room of the Executive West Hotel in Louisville, Kentucky, which is a much larger location than in year’s past.
The first list of performers for the 2007 SGN Scoops Diamond Awards were announced last month. The 2007 SGN Scoops Diamond Awards will feature performances from Karen Peck & New River, Gerald Crabb, the Northmen, Sunday Edition, Amazed, Sounds of Victory, Josh Franks, and Loretta Withee. Additional performers and presenters will be announced when they become available.
The 2007 SGN Scoops Diamond Awards will take place on Friday, September 14, 2007 at the Executive West Hotel at the entrance of the Kentucky Fair and Expo Center in Louisville, Kentucky during the week of the National Quartet Convention. The program will begin at 1:00 p.m. and is free to the public.
For more information, please visit http://www.diamondawardsonline.com.
About the Diamond Awards
The Diamond Awards were transferred over to the SGN Scoops Magazine three years ago after the original home for the awards, the Gospel Voice Magazine, folded. The Diamond Awards are a fan based award that allows the fans to choose the nominees as well as the winners each year. The awards show is based during the National Quartet Convention every September.
Dove Brothers Quartet Renews Contract with Southern Spin Entertainment
“The Dove Brothers had a fantastic year in 2006,” mentioned Amy Marie Unthank of Southern Spin Entertainment. “Next year is looking to be even greater for this group, and we are so excited that they have decided to allow us to be a part of it with them. We can’t wait to see what’s in store for the group!”
McCray Dove said, “SSE did everything they promised us and so much more. Partnering with them last year was definitely a good decision for us. We’re happy to be working with them again this year.”
With the release of one of 2005’s most critically acclaimed albums, Anything But Ordinary…Everything But Typical, the Dove Brothers Quartet had one of the busiest and biggest years in the group’s history. During 2006, the group scored their first ever #1 hit (“Anything But Ordinary, Everything But Typical”), earned 5 nominations in the 2006 SGN Music Awards, released two highly applauded recordings (Shout It Out and Never the Same), and were nominated for Artist of the Year in the Harmony Honors.
The group has recently seen their latest single, the Top 10 hit “One More Miracle”, take on a life of it’s own. In just two months on the Singing News Top 80 chart, "One More Miracle" (written by Sandy Knight) has risen to #24 on the upcoming January 2007 edition of the chart, climbing 27 spots in the second month alone. The song also recently broke into the Top 10 on the SouthernGospelNews.com Top 40 Weekly Chart as well.
The group is expecting many great things in 2007 and can be found touring the nation next year on the 2007 I Can Pray Tour.
Be listening for the group’s new single, “I Can Pray,” which goes for adds at Southern Gospel radio all across the country in January 2007.
For more information on the Dove Brothers Quartet, visit http://dovebrothersquartet.com.
About Dove Brothers Quartet
Voted Favorite Male Quartet of The Year by the Southern Gospel Music Association and the Singing News Fan Awards, the Dove Brothers Quartet’s high energy presentation and progressive arrangements reflect a tangible link to the good old days of gospel music. Their peers regard them as a class act representing the industry with dignity and respect. Their latest recording for Sonlite records is entitled Never the Same.
About Southern Spin Entertainment
Southern Spin Entertainment is one of four divisions of the conglomerate SSE Group. Southern Spin Entertainment focuses on publicity and marketing for Southern and Country Gospel artists. The company currently represents over 40 artists in all genres of Gospel music.
For more information on Southern Spin Entertainment, go to http://www.southernspin.com .
SSE Group’s four divisions include Southern Spin Entertainment, SSE Design Group, Southern Spin Artist Direction, and Southern Spin Radio. SSE Group currently owns and operates Glorious Creations, SGBlogNews.com, and WorldofCM.com.
For more information on SSE Group, go to http://www.ssegrouponline.com.
Anchormen Announce Changes
ANCHORMEN CHANGES ANNOUNCEDBSA/Beckie Simmons Agency announces today personnel changes in the Anchormen Quartet of Goldsboro, NC effective immediately. The young men now involved are not new to the Southern Gospel arena and have been performing collectively as Chapter IV. They are lead singer Keith Casstevens, tenor vocalist Carl Rice, G.W. Southard, baritone and singing bass is John Hall.
Tim Bullins, owner of The Anchormen states “I am thrilled to be associated with such fine young men who are not only dedicated Christians, but also love to sing and minister. It’s not often you find your Christmas gift all wrapped up in one big package!” “I wish to thank Jason Funderburk and the rest of the guys for their service and dedication; also, for success in the new direction they are taking their ministry.” The Anchormen fans can expect the same quality, honoring their Southern Gospel heritage.
Beckie Simmons adds “I have been involved with the Anchormen Quartet for several years and believe in their ministry. I have personally worked with Tim Bullins as manager of The Anchormen for over twenty years and Tim’s dedication to this quartet never ceases to amaze me. Not only do they appeal to the older generation, but their music also has a youth appeal.” Beckie went on to say, “I am a firm believer that life is full of changes and with changes comes growth! Most of the time, changes are a blessing in disguise!”
A new Anchormen single “Reach Out To Jesus” written by Glen Bates and Marty Funderburk will be released to radio by February 1, 2007 on Resting Place Music, Volume 4. Also, a new Anchormen “Favorites” CD is slated for the end of January.
To see the Anchormen in concerts check out the schedule at http://www.bsaworld.com or call 615.595.7500
XM enLighten 34 To Present 80 Hours of Southern Gospel Christmas
XM Radio’s enLighten 34 … will present an 80-hour Southern Christmas Celebration beginning Friday evening. While the emphasis will be on everyone’s favorite carols and songs celebrating the birth of the Christ-child, other favorites of the holiday season will be heard . . . all sung and played by the Southern Gospel artists regularly heard on enLighten.It all begins on Friday at 9 PM Eastern Time, leading off with a very special broadcast … Paul Heil’s “A Gospel Christmas 2006.” enLighten is heard on XM Channel 34, plus is available via XM Radio OnLine and DirecTV Channel 828.
Anyone wishing more details on this and enLighten 34’s other special holiday programming, visit their website: http://www.enLighten34.com
Anchormen Members Form New Group
After close to three years with the Anchormen, Jason Funderburk has resigned. Funderburk, along with Will Lane, Chad Smith and Alex Woolard have all left to form a new group called Driven.Funderburk stated, "I wish the best for the Anchormen and hope that Prayers and support will be given for both ministries. Our new ministry is called "Driven" , for that is how we feel since the calling has been applied to our lives. Not only were the nails driven for the greatest sacrifice, so are we to continue what "He" has called us to do! Be looking for the next related news to our new ministry "DRIVEN", and know that "He" is still in control."
At this time we have not been able to confirm future plans for the Anchormen.
Funeral Arrangements for Gerald Milligan
Bladenboro, NC - Funeral services for (Everette) Gerald Milligan will be held at 3:00pm on Sunday, December 17, 2006, at New Light Pentecostal FreewillBaptist Church in Bladenboro. Bladen Funeral Home is directing.
Mr. Milligan passed away on December 14, 2006, after a lengthy illness. The family appreciates your continued prayers of support during this time.
New Generation & GAT3 Studios Announce New Project and New Tour
"We are excited about this project!! Songwriters like Gerald Crabb, Jimmy Dooley, and Jamie O' Neal are only a few of the amazing writters that we've been blessed to have on this project." says Jonathan Cox
"We are getting majorly pumped for all the new and exciting things that are getting ready to take place on the tour and with the album. Our tour "Survived & Standing Brave" will kick off in March. And I think I can speak for all of us when I say...we cant wait!!" says Luke White
(Street Date for new project: March 20, 2007)
(Kick off tour date: March 24, 2007).
For more information on New Generation and their tour visit http://www.newgenerationonline.net
Prayer Request For Poet Voices’ Greg Crowe
Greg Crowe (Poet Voices) has recently been diagnosed with Bells Palsy, a viral infection that affects your facial nerves, and is taking numerous treatments in Tuscaloosa to accelerate the healing process. He is currently involved in his Christmas Tour and has been able to maintain his schedule but it severely limits his ability to sing and minister. Please remember Greg in your prayers and believe that this condition will only be temporary and he can be back at full strength soon.Greg states," There are many people who struggle with serious health issues everyday that make this issue seem somewhat trivial. I greatly appreciate the prayers and the support not only from our friends across the country but the support I have received from Phil and Mark on a daily basis."
Gerald Milligan Passes Away
Bladenboro, NC - Gerald Milligan, the father of Mike Milligan with Serenade Studios, passed away on Thursday, December 14, 2006, after a lengthy illness. Mr. Milligan was instrumental in bringing gospel music to the eastern part of North Carolina as well as playing an integral part in the careers of many Southern Gospel artists including Ed O'Neal, Buddy Burton, McCray Dove and David Hester.McCray Dove remarked, "Gerald has been mentioned many times regarding the Dove Brothers Quartet. Lately he had produced and arranged the Shout It Out project and is responsible for helping us develop the Dove Brothers sound. He was a talented man, a mentor to many of us, and a close personal friend who influenced me in too many ways to count."
Mr. Milligan had started a popular gospel group in Pennsylvania and the Carolinas called The Countrymen before re-forming the Serenaders Quartet. During their glory days the Serenaders performed with The Statesmen, the Blackwood Brothers, Pine Ridge Quartet, and others. They also had a gospel television show which received corporate sponsorship.
Funeral arrangements for Mr. Milligan will be announced later this week.
Mark Bishop Begins Work on New Release for 2007
Production on the new recording, tentatively titled "Abundant Sunshine" begins in January. This will be Mark's seventh recording for Sonlite Records, a division of Crossroads Entertainment and Marketing, since embarking on his solo career in 2002. In that time, these efforts have yielded several notable songs including two Number One songs, "Can I Pray for You" and "I Got Here as Fast as I Could." Mark currently has a Top Five song, a duet with label-mate Lauren Talley entitled "With Me Always" from his Sonlite recording, Everyday.
"This is one of my favorite aspects of being a part of Southern Gospel music," adds Mark. "I love the creative process. I know it's my name that's on the CD, but after I write the songs, I hand them off to Jeff and the guys for their input and expertise. We've built a great team here at Crossroads and I can't wait to get back in the studio with them and make some new music."
Sergent-Gabbard Engagement Announced
Rob met his fiancé Felicia at the Uptown Church in Cincinnati, Ohio. The couple is planning a Summer 2007 wedding.
Cards of congratulations can be sent to:
The Gabbards
Attn: Rob & Felicia
22 Gabbard Lane
Butler, Kentucky 41006
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Crystal Collins Completes New Project
Crystal’s latest radio release, “Heavenly Connection”, is receiving great reviews and playing at radio stations nationwide. Be listening for more great releases from this project very soon.
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Karen Peck & New River In The Studio
“We’re so thankful to have the opportunity to work with such talented people as Bubba Smith and everyone at Daywind. Our prayer is that the listeners will have as much fun listening to these songs as we had recording them. We’ve had some wonderful, anointed moments working in the studio,” states Karen Peck. Bubba Smith added, “From the musicians, singers, engineers and songs, God's hand of anointing is clearly on this new project. I count it an honor and privilege to be a part of Karen, Susan and Devin’s music ministry.”
Journey Of Joy will be available at retailers nationwide on March 6, 2007.
Karen Peck & New River formed in 1991 and now consists of Karen Peck Gooch, Karen’s sister, Susan Peck Jackson and Devin McGlamery. Karen has garnered 11 Favorite Soprano Fan Awards from the readers of the Singing News magazine, among many other honors.
Daywind Records is based in Hendersonville, TN, and is distributed worldwide through New Day Christian Distribution and Word Entertainment / WEA. Daywind is also home to artists such as Greater Vision, Brian Free & Assurance and Hope’s Call, among others.
PHOTO CAPTION: Ed Crawford & the Mystery Men Quartet with Stella Parton
Stella Parton said, "These guys were amazing to work with and have such a rich smooth sound. Big Ed Crawford really helped assemble great harmonies for my new project."
JR Richards of Nazareth Music Group said, "This was a wonderful opportunity for two great artists to show what creative minds can do together when inspired by great God-inspired tunes. The fans of Stella and the Mystery Men will really be blessed by this fabulous project."
More information on Stella's new recording and the tracks that will feature Ed Crawford & the Mystery Men Quartet can be found at http://stellaparton.com.
More information on Ed Crawford & the Mystery Men Quartet can be found at http://mysterymenquartet.com.
Mercy Rain Ministries Welcomes Two New Members
Tiffany Griggs, who will be filling the tenor position, currently resides in Dothan, Alabama with her husband Kalon Griggs. They have two precious daughters, Emma Grace and Lila Faith. Tiffany and Kalon are members of Eastside Free Will Baptist Church in Dothan where her father was a former pastor. God has truly blessed her and has placed His hand over her life. She is so excited to be singing with Mercy Rain and it is the intent of Tiffany's heart to always exalt her Lord Jesus Christ and to be a blessing to others through His matchless grace. Tiffany had her first concert with Mercy Rain in September of this year.
The lead singer position has been filled by Naomi Cason. Naomi completes the sound and currently resides in Waynesboro, Mississippi with her two children, Joshua & Victoria. Naomi has sang and played the piano with her family group, 1 Corinthians, for over nine years. Her family has always been involved in Gospel Music. Her father was the piano player for Naomi & the Segos, Florida Boys, Fowlers, Bibletones, and many other groups throughout his musical career. She has also sang with the Bible Echoes and the Riders. She has done various studio work over the last several years, laying background vocals for different artists and working under James Tucker, Tim Chestney, Tim Martin, and others. She played the piano for the Covenant Quartet when her family group was not on the road. Naomi also attended Steve Hurst School of Music in 1994. You will be blessed by her talents and spirit. Naomi's first concert with Mercy Rain will be New Years Eve Celebration at Riverview Baptist Church in Troy, Alabama.
“I am so excited to have these two wonderful ladies joining me on the road,” mentioned LaVerne Sanders of Mercy Rain. “It truly is a joy to get to travel with such talented singers and those with a true heart for ministry.”
Tiffany and Naomi are replacing former members Larry Summers and Toby Summers. Larry Summers was the baritone. After a few months with Mercy Rain, Larry had to stop singing due to a severe heart problem. His son, Toby, left to spend more time with him.
Mercy Rain is currently preparing for the release of their new, currently untitled recording. More news concerning the new album will be released soon.
More information on Mercy Rain Ministries can be found at http://mercyrainministries.com.
You can visit Mercy Rain’s MySpace at http://www.myspace.com/mercyrainministries.
About Mercy Rain Ministries
Mercy Rain is a Southern Gospel group based out of Troy, Alabama. They were formed in 1998, and although there have been personnel changes as time went on, they remain committed to spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ to a hurting world. The group specializes in traditional Southern Gospel music and has traveled extensively in the tri-state area of Alabama, Georgia, and Florida. Mercy Rain sings for one purpose: to spread the Word to the lost and dying world and help uplift a brother or sister in the Lord along the way.
Tori Gay Joins Incubator Records
Incubator Creative Group was established in 1989 by founder and current president Nathan L. Sakany who is a 20 year veteran in the field of artist development. The company quickly grew from a locally focused Seattle record label to a nationally recognized development company by the early 1990s.
The early 1990s also brought growth and evolution as Incubator developed into a company attuned to the unique needs of the local church ministry-place and the needs of the emerging Christian music artist. Incubator has been honored to serve in the development process of hundreds of emerging artists who have moved forward in part-time and full-time music ministry.
After a time of auditioning, Tori Gay was accepted as a part of the Incubator Records family earlier this month.
“It's so exciting to know that I'll have the guidance and support this ministry needs to get to where it needs to go,” said Tori Gay. “I'll be going through 'boot camp' for the next few months and then I'll be more prepared and focused to get out and do what I know I need to be doing.”
For more information on Incubator Records or Incubator Creative Group, visit http://www.incubatoronline.com.
Tori’s current single “The Church Will Prevail” recently ranked at #73 on the Christian Music Perspective Top 100. “The Church Will Prevail” can be found on her debut album, All In His Time. All In His Time was released by the Eddie Crook Company. “The Church Will Prevail” can be found on the Eddie Crook Music Sampler, Volume 0405, Cut #10.
For more information on Tori Gay, please visit http://www.torigay.com.
About Tori Gay
Tori Gay is based out of Hattiesburg, Mississippi. She released her solo album All In His Time with the Eddie Crook Company. Her debut single, “The Church Will Prevail” is currently impacting Southern Gospel radio. Tori was a Top 5 Nominee for Southern Gospel Artist of the Year in the IndieHeaven.com Momentum Awards.
Dove Brothers Quartet’s “One More Miracle” Touching Hearts and Lives Across the Na
“The bottom line of Gospel music is that it changes lives and touches people,” mentioned McCray Dove of the Dove Brothers Quartet.
The Dove Brothers have seen this happen time and time again in concerts this year with "One More Miracle," their current radio release. In just two months on the Singing News Top 80 chart, "One More Miracle" (written by Sandy Knight) has risen to #24 on the upcoming January 2007 edition of the chart, climbing 27 spots in the second month alone. The song also recently broke into the Top 10 on the SouthernGospelNews.com Top 40 Weekly Chart as well.
"This song has touched a lot of people all around the world through radio airplay and in our concerts," states Jerry Martin. "David Hester sings this song straight from his heart, and it has been one of our most requested songs that we do in concert."
In an interview with SG Show Prep’s Chuck Peters at the 2006 National Quartet Convention, McCray explained that the song was definitely having an impact. He went on to state that the group had received letters, emails and phone calls from people wanting to hear the song and sharing with them how it has helped them to deal with cancer, other sicknesses, family problems, and similar ordeals.
The Dove Brothers Quartet looks for more lives to be changed and uplifted during their 2007 I Can Pray Tour. Doubtless, "One More Miracle" will be featured along with new material from the Shout It Out and Never the Same projects – two critically acclaimed recordings released by the popular quartet earlier this year.
Fans can hear the NQC interview with McCray at SouthenrGospelReporter.com. Visit http://www.southerngospelreporter.com/nqcdove.mp3 for a direct link.
Be listening for the group’s new single, “I Can Pray,” which goes for adds at Southern Gospel radio all across the country in January 2007.
To learn more about this song, these new projects, and the Dove Brothers Quartet, please visit http://dovebrothersquartet.com.
About Dove Brothers Quartet
Voted Favorite Male Quartet of The Year by the Southern Gospel Music Association and the Singing News Fan Awards, the Dove Brothers Quartet’s high energy presentation and progressive arrangements reflect a tangible link to the good old days of gospel music. Their peers regard them as a class act representing the industry with dignity and respect. Their latest recording for Sonlite records is entitled Never the Same.
The Glovers Complete Tracking for New Recording
Kathy Glover said, “These tracks are absolutely fabulous. We can’t wait for everyone to hear the new material!”
The new recording features some of Nashville’s most sought after session musicians including Jason Webb, Aubrey Haney, Brian Sutton, Jeremy Metcalfe, Paul Franklin, and Dan Needham.
The currently untitled disc will feature new songs by some of Southern Gospel’s most popular songwriters such as Chris Binion, Zane King, Del Way (who penned the Glovers’ breakout hit “Hurtin’ People”), and Eric Horner.
Also, Kathy Glover co-wrote two songs for the project – “Hidden Secrets” (co-written with Chris Binion) and “Saving My Life” (co-written with Zane King). Both of the songs deal with Kathy’s personal testimony and ministry surrounding abortion.
The Glovers are scheduled to finish vocals on the new recording early next year with a tentative spring 2007 release date. More information on the new recording will be released at a later date.
The Glovers scored their first ever Top 40 single this month as “Glory Bound” reached #38 on the upcoming January 2007 Singing News Top 80 chart. The song also peaked at #18 on the SouthernGospelNews.com Top 40 Weekly Chart – Southern Gospel’s leading weekly chart.
“Glory Bound” was written by Eric Horner and can be found on the Glovers’ critically acclaimed release, Out of the Darkness.
For more information on The Glovers, please visit http://www.thegloversonline.com.
About The Glovers
The Glovers are a ministry team based out of Hopkinsville, Kentucky. The group focuses their ministry on restoring people into a life filled with hope through Jesus Christ instead of a life of past regrets and darkness. The group is known nationwide for hit singles like “Hurtin’ People”, “Oh Why?” and the Top 40 hit “Glory Bound.” The group’s current release is entitled Out of the Darkness.
New Corporate Sponsor and Location Announced for 2007 SGN Scoops’ Diamond Awards
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Allen Smith, owner of SGN Scoops Magazine, is proud to announce the new corporate sponsor and location for the 2007 Diamond Awards.Wilds & Associates has signed on as the corporate sponsor for the 2007 SGN Scoops’ Diamond Awards. Wilds & Associates is based in Millport, Alabama. Since 1997, Wilds & Associates has grown to be one of the leading providers of products and services to the Christian community. The company currently is responsible for producing such products as the new Christian Voice Magazine, SGM FanFair, West Alabama Shirt Prints, Gabriel Distribution, C & R Duplication, the Victory Voyage Christian cruise, and more.
“I am very excited to be aligning the Diamond Awards with such a great company,” mentioned Allen Smith, owner of SGN Scoops Magazine. “Wilds & Associates is a company known for its integrity and honesty in this industry. I’m glad that the Diamond Awards can be associated with such a great company.”
Also, The Brannin Agency will be a sponsor for the event, while Southern Spin Entertainment and 770 AM Southern Gospel – Kentucky’s Official Voice of NQC have both signed on as co-sponsors for this year’s event.
In addition to the new sponsor, the 2007 SGN Scoops’ Diamond Awards will be presented in a new location. The awards program will take place in the Mary Room of the Executive West Hotel in Louisville, Kentucky, which is a much larger location than in year’s past.
“This year is turning out to be very exciting for the Diamond Awards,” mentioned Allen Smith. “There are many more great announcements which will be made very soon!”
The first list of performers for the 2007 SGN Scoops’ Diamond Awards were announced last month. The 2007 SGN Scoops’ Diamond Awards will feature performances from Karen Peck & New River, Gerald Crabb, the Northmen, Sunday Edition, Amazed, Sounds of Victory, Josh Franks, and Loretta Withee. Additional performers as well as hosts and presenters will be announced when they become available.
The 2007 SGN Scoops’ Diamond Awards will take place on Friday, September 14, 2007 at the Executive West Hotel at the entrance of the Kentucky Fair and Expo Center in Louisville, Kentucky during the week of the National Quartet Convention. The program will begin at 1:00 p.m. and is free to the public.
For more information, please visit http://www.diamondawardsonline.com.
About the Diamond Awards
The Diamond Awards were transferred over to the SGN Scoops Magazine three years ago after the original home for the awards, the Gospel Voice Magazine, folded. The Diamond Awards are a fan based award that allows the fans to choose the nominees as well as the winners each year. The awards show is based during the National Quartet Convention every September.
Ernie Haase & Signature Sound Perform National Anthem For NBA Game
The group’s performance in Cleveland took place the night before the quartet joined the Gaither Homecoming Tour on its annual Christmas concert events. Christmas Homecoming Tour dates conclude this weekend with concerts in Jackson, MS, Nashville, TN, and Columbus, OH.
Camela Hodsdon Completes Debut Recording on Lamp Music’s PCR Label
Produced by Mike Pillow, the recording features ten songs including a new arrangement of "'Tis So Sweet", “Wait On The Lord”, and “Broken”. Brian Carter, formerly with Jeff and Sheri Easter, played guitar while Andrew Ishee, of The Palmetto State Quartet, assisted on piano. The Nelons lent their vocal talent to complete an outstanding compilation with a variety of styles.
“We are very excited about what the Lord has in store for this project and the future of this ministry", stated Camela Hodsdon, "There truly is something on this album for everyone".
"Camela is an exciting new soloist," says Lamp President, Mike Pillow. "We are thrilled to count her as a member of our Lamp Music Family of Artists."
Camela has a very diverse and distinctive background in Gospel music. Camela has worked as a DJ and as an Assistant Program Director for a Southern Gospel radio station. During that time she was able to interview various Christian artists and write articles for a Christian magazine publication. Some of these artists include Sandi Patty, East to West (one of the members is now in the country group, Rascal Flats), and TRUTH’s Roger Breland. She also worked for Century II Talent and Booking Agency in Nashville.
Camela has also studied voice and piano for years in Jacksonville and has also attended the Steve Hurst School of Music in Nashville for vocal study.
For more information about Camela Hodsdon, visit http://www.CamelaHodsdon.com
Hearts of Faith Release Special Christmas CD
The first song is a Christmas song, "Yellow Ribbon Christmas", which is dedicated to our troops. Brenda states, "Whether Democrat, Republican, Independent, for or against the war, our troops need our prayers and support." Wild Walley Schneider, morning show host at WPFB near Cincinnati says, "This song keeps all our brave heroes in our hearts this Christmas season ... and it reminds us too that we must never forget their service ... and never forget Matt Maupin." Matt, a young man from near the Cincinnati, Ohio area, is the only solider listed as Missing in Action from this conflict.
The second cut on this CD is a song entitled, "Susie's Eyes", a song about a blind girl who "sees" life for its truest blessings.
To learn more about this project or HEARTS OF FAITH, visit them on the web at: http://www.hearts-of-faith.com
Eric Phillips Update
Eric Phillips, from the Mark Trammell Trio, was released from the hospital Monday following emergency appendectomy surgery. According to reports he is experiencing some complications with his lower intestines and bladder, but the doctor seems to think he will be fine in a few days.Continue to pray for Eric and his family as well as the Trio as they leave for our last week before their Christmas Vacation.
The Freeman’s Celebrate With Number 8 Campaign
Jane Agee of The Eddie Crook Company To Retire
Send cards of congratulations to Eddie Crook Company, Attn: Jane Agee, P.O. Box 989, Goodlettsville, TN 37070-0989. Jane’s last day with the ECC will be December 21st.
http://www.eddiecrook.com
Ann Downing’s “Ms. Lillie Project” Makes Another Donation
"I'm so thrilled that the fANNtastics continue to respond to this project and allow us the opportunity to touch the people in these facilities with this music," Ann shares.
Ann, her sister, brother-in-law, and niece made the presentation on behalf of the project.
Donations to this on-going project can be made through Ann's website, http://www.anndowning.com or by calling her office, 1-877-886-1629.
Baby On The Way For Saunders Family
“Our children are a very important part of our ministry and our new addition will be one of the fifth generation of the Gabbards to carry on our legacy of faith. Big brother Royce is also very excited about adding a new brother or sister to our family,” states Kathy.
Notes of congratulations can be sent to: The Gabbards, 122 Gabbard Lane, Butler, Kentucky 41007.
http://www.thegabbards.com
http://www.eddiecrook.com
Jeff Treece Band Wins ICM Trio of the Year Award
Wilds and Associates would like to extend congratulations to Jeff Treece Band on yet another milestone for their ministry. For booking information contact New City Talent at 205-662-4826 or log on to http://www.newcitytalent.com. For other information contact Rick Foster at 615-598-7098 or by email at (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Gaither Vocal Band and Kenny Bishop Receive Grammy Nominations
Grammy nominations were announced in Hollywood, California, by The Recording Academy. Gaither Vocal Band and Kenny Bishop are listed in the nominees for the category of Best Southern, Country, Or Bluegrass Gospel Album! The complete list of projects nominated in the category of Best Southern, Country, Or Bluegrass Gospel Album are as follows.Kenny Bishop - Kenny Bishop - [Daywind Records]
Give It Away - Gaither Vocal Band - [Gaither Music Group]
Precious Memories - Alan Jackson - [ACR Records/Arista Nashville]
The Promised Land - The Del McCoury Band - [McCoury Music]
Glory Train - Randy Travis - [Word Records/Curb/Warner Bros.]
The 49th Annual GRAMMY Awards will be held on "GRAMMY Sunday," Feb. 11, at Staples Center in Los Angeles and once again will be broadcast live in high-definition TV and 5.1 surround sound on CBS from 8 - 11:30 p.m. (ET/PT).
NQC Radio Broadcasting all Christmas Music Starting December 20th
The NQC has announced their free web-cast known as NQC Radio will play all Christmas music beginning on December 20th and lasting through the end of Christmas day. The play list will feature Christmas music performed by some of today’s most popular Southern Gospel artists and musicians. Normally, the NQC Radio web-cast features the latest recordings from the talent selected to perform on the main stage of the National Quartet Convention. In addition, NQC Radio will also frequently debuts new recordings from NQC featured artists just before the projects release to retail.NQC Radio can be received by going to http://www.natqc.com and selecting the NQC Radio icon at the bottom of the home page.
Grant Baker Joins Kingsmen Quartet
Ray Reese is pleased to announce that Grant Barker has joined The Kingsmen as the new bass guitarist. Grant comes to the Kingsmen from Winterville NC, where he began playing bass at the age of 13 for the Men of Faith Quartet also from Winterville. Grant is a very accomplished musician, playing not only the bass but also his Fretless and upright basses along with the acoustic guitar.http://www.kingsmenquartet.com
True Gospel Complete Vocals
(Goodlettsville, TN) – True Gospel, from Cumberland Gap, Tennessee, was recently in the studio completing vocals for their project on the Cedar Hill label, a division of the Eddie Crook Company. This project carries a projected street date of Spring 2007 and will feature songs written by the members of this talented group. Pictured in the studio are members of the group True Gospel along with Vocal Producer Scott Russell, Vice President of Creative Services for the ECC and Engineer Rob Tripp.http://www.eddiecrook.com
Daywind Artists Honored With Twenty-Nine Harmony Honors Nominations
HENDERSONVILLE, Tenn.— Daywind Music Group was recently honored by the Southern Gospel Music Guild (SGMG) with 29 award nominations. Daywind nominees include:Artist
Brian Free & Assurance
Crabb Family
Karen Peck & New River
Perrys
New Artist
Mercy’s Mark
Mike Bowling Group
Male Vocalist
Mike Bowling
Jason Crabb
Bill Shivers
Gerald Wolfe
Female Vocalist
Karen Peck Gooch
Annie McRae
Songwriter
Gerald Crabb
Rodney Griffin
Ronnie Hinson
Kyla Rowland
Performing Musician
Roger Bennett
Justin Ellis
Lori Sikes
Jeff Stice
Album
Blur The Lines – Crabb Family
Come Thirsty – Perrys
Graceland – Mike Bowling Group
Influenced & Inspired: Remembering Kenny Hinson – Mike Bowling
It’s So God – Brian Free & Assurance
Live In Music City – Legacy Five
My Favorite Place – Greater Vision
Song
He Knows My Name – McRaes
If It Takes A Valley – Brian Free & Assurance
Winners will be announced at the Third Annual Harmony Honors on Tuesday, January 9, 2007, at the Renaissance Center in Dickson, Tennessee.
Daywind Records is based in Hendersonville, TN, and is distributed worldwide through New Day Christian Distribution and Word Entertainment/WEA. Daywind is also home to artists such as Brian Free & Assurance, Triumphant Quartet and the Perrys, among others.
For more information about the Harmony Honors visit http://www.sgmg.org . For more about Daywind Records, visit http://www.daywindrecords.com
Chris Whitaker Joins Crystal River
Crystal River Quartet has hired Chris Whitaker in the Baritone part. Chris and his wife live in Tuscaloosa, AL. He joined the group the second week of November. Chris is replacing Jeff Snyder, who is currently filling in with the Mike Bowling Group.Vertical Praise Makes Waves at Radio with Current Single
The group’s current single, “God’s Got a Plan,” has found a spot on two of the industry’s leading radio airplay charts.
The song peaked at #46 on the Singing News Top 80 for the November 2006 chart. The song also reached #24 on the SouthernGospelNews.com Top 40 Weekly Chart this past October. In addition, “God’s Got a Plan” was voted in the Top 5 Fan Favorites as well.
Tony Hensley of Vertical Praise said, “We can’t believe how God has used this song. We are thankful that radio has gotten behind this song, as well as the lives that have been touched through the message of the song.”
“’God’s Got a Plan’ was an immediate hit with the listeners of our station,” mentioned Chris Unthank, program manager of the award-winning SouthernSpinRadio.com. “We took this song to #1 because of the response it received! Our listeners loved it!”
“God’s Got a Plan” is the debut single from the group’s current release, also titled God’s Got a Plan. The song was written by Rebecca J. Peck and Tery Wilkins.
God’s Got a Plan was produced by Donna Beauvais (of Hope’s Call), engineered by Jon Mitchell, and mixed by Joel Carrell. God’s Got a Plan features brand new songs as well as concert favorites from the group. Some of the industry’s most sought after songwriters contributed songs for the recording, including producer Donna Beauvais, Rebecca J. Peck, Chris Binion, Daryl Williams, Twila McBride-LaBar, and more.
The second single from God’s Got a Plan will be released in early 2006. The song will be promoted to Southern Gospel radio through Jeff O’Neil and Heritage Communications.
The group’s debut single, “With My Own Eyes,” peaked at #47 on the Singing News Top 80 for the March 2006 chart. The song is from their debut album, Heaven’s Song.
For more information on Vertical Praise, please visit http://verticalpraise.com.
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.
Wendy Word + Forgiven Makes Impact at Christian Country Radio
The group’s current single, “That’s Enough”, debuted at #99 on the Powersource Christian Country Top 100 chart for the October 2006 issue. The song recently made a 17 position jump to claim the #82 spot on the November 2006 chart.
“We are so excited to see how God is using this song,” mentioned Wendy Word. “We are so blessed to be a part of what God is doing. If just one person is touched by the words of this song, then we know that it was all worth it.”
“That’s Enough” was written by Wendy Word and appears on Wendy Word + Forgiven’s current release Heartfelt. Heartfelt was released through Lamon Records, and “That’s Enough” is currently being promoted to Southern Gospel radio in addition to Christian Country.
“We have to say a big ‘Thank You’ to everyone at radio for playing this song,” mentioned Tony Word of Wendy Word + Forgiven. “We appreciate everyone who has gotten behind this song!”
Fans are encouraged to call their local radio station and request “That’s Enough” at both Southern Gospel and Christian Country radio.
More information on Wendy Word + Forgiven can be found at http://www.forgiveninc.com.
About Wendy Word + Forgiven
Wendy Word + Forgiven is a husband and wife team based out of Sterrett, Alabama. Wendy Word, joined by her husband Tony, travels all across the United States ministering the Gospel through their brand of country-tinged Southern Gospel music. The duo currently records for Lamon Records, and their current release is entitled Heartfelt.
Kora Parks In Need of Miracle
Kora Parks, 30 year old daughter-in-law of 2nd Generation's Elaine Parks was injured in a car accident on Dec 29th. She suffered severe head trauma and is in need of an immediate miracle. The family is at the crossroads of having to make a major decision about her fate. If she doesn't have immediate surgery she will not make it, and if she does have the surgery the prognosis is not good either, so she needs a real touch from God right now.Kora has two young children and a devoted husband desparately praying for her. She is at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, MO. You can send E-mails to her and the family at: (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Please pray for a miracle.
Eric Phillips Has Emergency Apendectomy
According to information from Mark Trammell Trio, Eric Phillips had an emergency appendectomy last night and will be going home on Sunday if all goes well. Please pray for him and Lauren. Nic Holland will be filling in for Eric this weekend.Tarheel State Quartet Changing Sound
More information on New Sound can be found at http://www.tarheelstatequartet.com and http://www.gen412.org
OTGH Quartet Begin Work On New Project
This will be the first Independent recording for The OTGH Quartet, and they are forcasting a release date in February or March of 2007. The group is so excited at what God is doing and each member looks forward to sharing this project with the world.
For more information, visit: http://www.otghquartet.com
The Freeman’s Make Radio History
"The song is just one part of the blessing God is allowing this family to see and witness in their lives, said their manager Rick Hendrix of the Rick Hendrix Company. Be looking for the Freeman's on the December cover of Singing News magazine and featured on the next Gaither video coming out in 2007. For more information visit http://www.rickhendrix.com or http://www.the-freemans.com
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