Wednesday May 7 2008 - 6:05 PM ET
Canaan Records Sign Mike & Kelly Bowling
by Crystal Burchette
Mike & Kelly Bowling with Canaan Records’ General Manager Dave Clark.
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NASHVILLE, TN (Press Release) - Canaan Records is pleased to announce the signing of Mike & Kelly Bowling to an exclusive recording contract. The popular trio is comprised of Mike & Kelly Bowling along with Jeff Snyder. Mike & Kelly are noted for their tight harmonies and powerful song lyrics, which garnered them their first number one song last December for "We Have A Saviour." Their current single, "Your Cries Have Awoken The Master," currently holds the number two position on the National Radio Chart.
"My first exposure to Mike and Kelly came by watching them from the balcony as they led a packed auditorium into the presence of the Lord. I became a fan that night and my admiration has only increased the more I have gotten to know them. We are thrilled to welcome them to our Canaan family," commented Dave Clark, General Manager of Canaan Records.
Mike Bowling added, "When I was a child, all I wanted to do was sing and play Gospel music. Canaan Records was the leading record company and there was nothing I wanted more than to be an artist on their label with all the other greats. I was a member of the Canaan Record Club and I couldn't wait each month to receive the featured project. Today, a dream came true when Kelly and I signed a recording contract with Canaan. The entire group is extremely excited about the opportunities ahead and being apart of the Canaan family. I can't explain the joy of working with Dave and everyone at Canaan. Joining together makes the future of Mike & Kelly Bowling even more promising."
For more information on Mike & Kelly, visit www.mikeandkellybowling.com. For more information on Canaan Records, log onto www.canaanrecords.com.
Tuesday May 6 2008 - 1:05 PM ET
Beene Family Announces Limited Tour Schedule
The Beene Family
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KINGSPORT, TN (Press Release) - The Beene Family, from Kingsport, Tenn., who recently celebrated a decade in their music ministry, announced today a plan to reorganize their tour schedule to include a significant cutback.
Brothers, Shandon, Landon and Brandon Beene and Brandon's wife Chrysta have spent the last ten years establishing themselves in the Southern Gospel music field by singing approximately 175 concert dates a year. The majority of their schedule has focused largely on the church market across the country and heavily on the West Coast.
The revised tour schedule is effective July 1, 2008, and will limit the talented and well-respected family to a maximum of 100 concert dates a year. Seventy five percent of those dates will be dedicated to current and past relationships with church and concert promoters while twenty five percent of the dates will remain available to accommodate future growth.
Landon Beene, who also owns and operates Tribute Media Source, states, "Our focus for the future is to continue to maximize the growth of our music, the focus of our ministry and protect the health of our family life. The reorganization of our tour schedule has been in the planning stages for over a year, and we hope (it) will promote the longevity of the Beene Family well into tomorrow. This is the future of our genre of music."
For more information, visit the Beene Family online at www.thebeenefamily.com or www.thedominionagency.com.
Tuesday May 6 2008 - 10:23 AM ET
Monument Quartet Welcomes New Members
by Marshall Pugh
Monument Quartet
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BRENTWOOD, TN (Press Release) - Marshall Pugh owner/baritone of the Monument Qt. is pleased to welcome two new vocal members to the group. Daryl Williams who had been filling in as the pianist in the Monument band this winter has accepted the lead position full time and Jerry Pilgrim has accepted the bass position.
We are also pleased to announce the addition of Cody McVey as the new pianist for the Monument band. All those mentioned above along with Matt Felts-tenor, Jeremy Warren-drummer, Zac Kubilus-bassist, Wayne Rinker-utility string player and Brian Ledford-Sound Engineer, invite you to visit us on the web at www.monumentquartet.com and make plans to come see us this summer.
Monday May 5 2008 - 5:45 PM ET
Happy Goodman Family Documentary To Air On XM Radio
by Staff
WASHINGTON, DC (Press Release) - This week on XM Satellite Radio's enLighten - Channel 34 program Daniel Britt & Friends will air a documentary on the Happy Goodman Family. This broadcast is from a 1990 Word Records special that promoted the final album from the Happy Goodman Family. You will hear clips from that documentary as well as conversations between Howard, Vestal, Rusty, & Sam. There will also be special guests Dolly Parton and Bill Gaither.
This broadcast can be heard on XM Satellite Radio's enLighten 34 on Monday at 7 p.m., Thursday at 10 p.m., and Saturday at 12 noon. It is also available online at www.xmradio.com or DirecTV channel 828.
Monday May 5 2008 - 2:36 PM ET
Jason Waldroup Update
by Greater Vision
Jason Waldroup
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MORRISTOWN, TN (Press Release) - Beginning in August, Jason will be pursuing his Bachelor's Degree in Music and Bible at Louisiana Baptist University. Upon completion of his Bachelor's Degree, he will become a student of the Luther Rice Theological Seminary in Atlanta, Georgia. Currently, he plans to finish his Master's Degree program there.
Jason will be studying to become a Music & Worship Pastor, which will give him the opportunity to influence the music of the Church, as well as teaching people to become more committed and serious about their relationship with Christ, and their responsibilities as members of His family
This past Sunday, Pastor Larry Maddox and the congregation of Central Baptist Church in Katy, Texas (near Houston) unanimously extended an invitation for Jason to join the staff of the church as their Music and Worship Pastor. He will begin his ministry there on Sunday August 10. Since much of Jason's time will be consumed with studying, his wife, Missy, will be assisting him with his responsibilities at the church.
Many people are not aware of Missy's extensive background in church music and studio production, so she will be a tremendous asset to both Jason and the Music Program at Central. We are thankful to God for His leading and His provision during this exciting time of transition.
Thursday May 1 2008 - 10:42 AM ET
The Webbs Perform In Scotland
by Rick Webb
The Webbs
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NASHVILLE, TN (Press Release) - Song Garden Music Group recording artist he Webbs(formerly the Rick Webb Trio) will be performing for the Gospel Music Convention of Scotland this weekend.
"We are very excited about singing for Gospel music lovers in Scotland," mentioned Rick Webb. "This is a wonderful opportunity for us, and we are expecting a fantastic trip!"
Scheduled for May 2-4, the event will take place in the beautiful Leisure Centre in Fraserburgh, Scotland. This is an annual event that present artist from the United States along with ministry groups from the country of Scotland. In addition to the Webbs, other artists from the United States that will be appearing include LordSong and Allison Durham Speer. The Gospel Music Convention of Scotland will be celebrating their tenth year of ministry this year. Each year has brought its own unique style and atmosphere to the convention, and this year is expected to be no different.
To find out more about the convention, log on to their website at http://www.gmcscotland.com.
For more information on The Webbs, visit www.thewebbsmusicministry.com or www.thedominionagency.com.
Wednesday April 30 2008 - 6:47 PM ET
Dominion Agency Signs The Nelons
by Dominion Agency
The Nelons
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FAYETTEVILLE, NC (Press Release) - The Nelons have signed an exclusive scheduling agreement with the Dominion Agency of Fayetteville, North Caroina. Through the years, this multitalented family has garnered several Dove Awards and Grammy nominations, as well as numerous No. 1 songs.
Michael Davis, of the Dominion Agency, states, "The Nelons are a legendary group who continue to perform in the tradition of group founder, the late Rex Nelon. He was one of my favorite singers and I am proud to be working with Kelly, Amber and Jason as they continue his legacy."
"As our music ministry begins to expand and target the local church, we feel Michael Davis and the Dominion Agency are a perfect fit to represent us," remarked Jason Clark.
For more information visit www.thenelons.com or www.dominionagency.com.
Wednesday April 30 2008 - 10:23 AM ET
Seth Bunting Named Dignity Hospice Talent Search Winner
by Keith Davis
Mike Collins, Seth’s mother-Jeri Bunting, Seth Bunting, and ECC President-Dave Wilcox.
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LOGAN, WV (Press Release) - The Coalfield Jamboree was abuzz with excitement Saturday night as Dignity Hospice hosted the Third Annual Southern Gospel Talent Contest. The event is an annual fundraiser for the 501c3 nonprofit organization, based in Chapmanville, West Virginia.
Thirty artists from West Virginia, Kentucky, and Ohio performed Southern Gospel songs at the remodeled historic MGM theatre. "All the artists were great this year," said Mike Collins, Dignity Hospice public relations coordinator and contest emcee. "I am just glad I was not a judge, for there were too many great performers to choose from!"
In the end, nine-year-old Seth Bunting, of Danville, W.Va., was announced as the overall winner. "I was blown away by Seth's vocal ability," Collins said. "But his stage presence and overall professionalism was just amazing. I believe he could have a wonderful future as an Gospel singer and entertainer."
Second place honors went to Zydis Browning, of Accoville, W. Va., and third place went to the Concords, of Patriot, Ohio. Fourth position went to Melinda "Kitten" Tunnell, of Bandy, Virginia.
Sponsors for the event were Aracoma Drug in Chapmanville, Steve Nichols Insurance in Chapmanville, Hurley Drug in Williamson, and Woodland Press of Chapmanville.
For more information on the Dignity Hospice Talent Search, visit www.DignityHospice.org.
Tuesday April 29 2008 - 12:16 PM ET
Talley Trio Celebrate Their 8th No. 1 Hit
by Crossroads Music
Talley Trio
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ARDEN, NC (Press Release) - Multi-award winning family group the Talley Trio celebrates May with their 8th number one song to date in the Singing News Radio Airplay chart. Written by Jerry Salley, Vip Vipperman and J.B. Rudd for the group's Stages project, "The Broken Ones" made a quick climb to the top. Debuting in the Singing News magazine's February chart, the single reached the top position in 4 months.
"It is amazing the people that approach us after we perform "The Broken Ones" to tell us how much the song relates to them or someone in their lives. It is a blessing to perform a song that reaches so many," states Roger Talley, "We want to thank all the DJs and listeners for supporting this song and its special message."
Visit www.crossroadsmusic.com for more information.
Friday April 25 2008 - 1:10 PM ET
HisSong To Be Featured On The Gospel Greats
by Dennis Humphries
HisSong
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NASHVILLE, TN (Press Release) - Vine Records recording artist HisSong will be the featured group on this weekend's The Gospel Greats with Paul Heil. The program will air on Saturday, April 26 and Sunday, April 27, in syndication all across the country. The group will be discussing their latest national release, On the Way Up, which was produced by Wayne Haun and features the Top 20 hits "The Grave Can't Hold Me" and "I Still Have It All."
"It is always such a pleasure to get the chance to work with Paul Heil," mentioned Dennis Humphries of HisSong. "He asks such fantastic questions, and the feedback that we receive from being on his program is always really great."
The Gospel Greats with Paul Heil radio program is the best-known and most widely-respected syndicated Southern Gospel music radio program, presently airing on more than 200 great radio stations across America, in Canada, on XM satellite and on the internet worldwide each week (through affiliates and on-demand). To find a station where you can hear The Gospel Greats, click here.
Friday April 25 2008 - 12:45 PM ET
Lari Goss To Be Featured On XM Radio
by Daniel Britt
Lari Goss
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WASHINGTON, DC (Press Release) - Coming up on the next Daniel Britt & Friends: Producer, Arranger, Songwriter, and Musician Lari Goss. We'll talk to him about his influence behind a lot of the most popular Christian artists of our time - and we'll listen to classic cuts from his family group, the Goss Brothers. You don't want to miss a sterling hour with such a creative mind as Lari Goss, coming up on the next Daniel Britt & Friends!
Daniel Britt & Friends is heard each week throughout the U.S. and Canada on XM Satellite Radio's enLighten 34 - Mondays at 7PM ET, Thursdays at 10PM ET, and Saturdays at 12 Noon ET. You can also hear it online at www.xmradio.com or with DirecTV on channel 828. After the broadcast, you can download the extended interview from www.danielbritt.com.
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