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30
Apr
2005
The Diplomats Quartet


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This month’s Lamp focus is on Gospel Heritage Recording artist: The Diplomats Quartet of Carrollton, GA. The Diplomats Qt may sound like a familiar name – it should. The original Diplomats were a popular group back in the 60’s and 70’s! One of the original members was Jimmy Pearson. After singing full-time with several groups, he felt that it was time to revive the Diplomats name.

In the 10 years since the revival of The Diplomats Quartet, God has really opened the door for them to minister the Gospel not only in church events but many other types of concerts. The Diplomats have also become quite successful with their regional concert promotions in West Ga. Working with many of today’s most recognizable artists, they frequently have sell-out concerts!

Lamp Music president, and group producer, Mike Pillow said recently, “God is really blessing this group in concert . . . it’s been a long time since I’ve seen God use a group to captivate everyone in the congregation. From the first song to the last performed in a way that keeps people intently focused and then presented given the presentation of the Gospel! - - it really is incredible!”

In addition to handling the MC work for the group, Jimmy Pearson, is also an accomplished songwriter and has many popular songs that the Diplomats perform at every concert. Jimmy’s original songs have also been recorded by other quartets like the Florda Boys and others.

The Diplomats have also enjoyed a successful long-term relationship with Lamp Music Group starting with their Mountain Top Records projects dating back to 1999. The Diplomat’s Jimmy Pearson shares, “I have known Mike and Rhonda of Lamp for many years and we have seen, through God’s leadership, Lamp become one of the most respected labels in the industry . . . I have worked with many companies over the years, and Lamp treats us just like family. Plus God has also helped them build the best production facility in Gospel Music - - nobody knows PRO-Tools like Lamp!”

2005 has already been an exceptional year for The Diplomats - - Early in the year they signed an agreement with Lamp to produce their brand new recording, “Go Down To The River” on the Gospel Heritage Label. Their debut single shares the name of the project and features group member Corey Pearson on the lead. At radio now on the Lamp Sampler Vol 27, the new single is receiving tremendous airplay all across the country!

Each member of the group brings a special talent to the group to create the powerfull sound of The Diplomats. Group members include: Jimmy Pearson, Rita Pearson, Corey Pearson, Kevin Cooke, Lamar Newton.


Several great upcoming events are already on the schedule including The Diplomats 2005 Homecoming on June 18th at Fullerville Baptist in Villa Rica, GA. with special guests: Mark Trammell Trio and The Kingsmen Qt.

Call your local Gospel station and request the brand new single, “Down To The River”
For bookings and scheduling, the group is represented by Rhonda Pillow of the PCA (Pillow Creative Agency (770-832-0853)

For more information about the Diplomats: http://www.diplomatsqt.com and http://www.lampmusic.com

Reader Comments

We saw the Diplomats last weekend for the first time and were wonderfully blessed. I know this will not be the last time we see them.
Keep up the great work for the Lord that yall are doing!!!


Commented by Carolyn Downey On 05/16/2005
My husband and I met the Diplomats about six years ago,and believe me there has never been such an annointing group of Gospel singers as these people.If you go to one of their concerts,
and don't get A Blessing from God through their
singing ministry,then there is something wrong with your blesser,and you best better get down on your knees,and re new your Blesser.
Jimmy and Rita Pearson,and the rest of the Diplomats are the most dedicated group of gospel singers you could ever want to hear.
God Bless you All in your Singing Ministry,as
you carry the word of God around the world in
songs. We Love You,Shirley & Will


Commented by On 05/16/2005
First Class. Talented. Real. Genuine. Anointed.

Those are just a few of the many adjectives that could be used to describe this dynamic family quartet from West Georgia. They are consummate professionals in every way, and it is a pleasure to have had them grace the stage of my concerts several times. I'm equally grateful to call them my friends! Looking forward to having them on Mercy Road's Homecoming Concert in Dallas, GA on September 9, 2005.


Commented by CHarlie Sexton On 05/16/2005
Wonderful group with a great spirit of giving for the Lord. They are truly entertaining with their songs and their stories. We have truly enjoyed their visits to our church.


Commented by On 05/17/2005
My husband(Don) and I were honored to have the Diplomats as guests this past weekend. We have known Jimmy, Rita and Corey for a long time and we love them dearly. Kevin and Lamar became dear to our hearts this weekend. They are genuine on and off the stage and their love for God is evident just by talking to them. When you put the five of them on stage, you can feel the love that they have for each other. Their harmonies are so tight and their stage presence is wonderful. So many people from Mission Baptist Church in Woodstock, AL have commented that Sunday's homecoming was the best they have ever had! The church enjoyed them so much that they booked them for next year's homecoming. What a blessing they are and we are proud to call them "friends". I would encourage you to attend one of their services and I can guarantee that you will leave blessed. May God keep his blessings on the Diplomats and may they continue to share that blessing with others. We love you -Jimmy, Rita, Corey, Kevin and Lamar!
Don and Daphne Brooks, Woodstock, AL


Commented by On 05/17/2005
The Diplomats are a wonderful group . I have been following them for 25 plus years and they are the same today as they were when I first met them (nice people). If you haven't heard them sing and witness to the Lord, go hear them one time...I promise it won't be your last. The Diplomats are one of the best groups around....they can ever more sing!!!

Shirley Roberts


Commented by On 05/17/2005
I just found out about this website. We are fans of The Diplomats and would love to see more of them in the Columbus area. They are God called and God gifted.


Commented by Pat Daniels On 05/17/2005
The Diplomats are great friends of ours. I always look forward to working with them. Jimmy, Rita, and Corey (The Pearsons) have beeen good frinds with the Dixie Echoes for a long time. I highly recommend the Diplomats to anyone, and suggest you hear their latest recording and go see them in concert the next chance you get!

Stewart Varnado


Commented by Stewart Varnado On 05/17/2005
I seen the Diplomats over at Roper Heights Baptist Church in West Point,Ga not long ago and what a great service we had they are an awesome group.


Commented by On 05/17/2005
The Diplomats are a very professional, and spirit filled group. I would book them on ANY event that would be willing to have them, and not have to worry how they conducted themselves on or off stage. They are a class act in my book.Jimmy, keep up the good work, and thank you for all you have done for me over the years.
Jeff Harper
The Harper Agency


Commented by On 05/17/2005
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