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There's not much time left to make your nominations for the 2005 Diamond Awards. The final date for nomination ballots to arrive at the SGN Scoops office is THURSDAY, MARCH 31, 2005. The nomination ballots will then be counted, and certified. Following that, the Top 10 in each category will be announced. Nomination ballots are coming in by the hundreds. The most important part of this process is that you, the Southern Gospel fans, are the ones who are nominating the Top 10 in The Diamond Awards categories listed below. If you haven't already voted, please do so. You can use either using the online ballot, or download the .pdf ballot and mailing it in to our office.
REMEMBER: ALL NOMINATION BALLOTS MUST BE RECEIVED NO LATER THAN THURSDAY, MARCH 31, 2005 IN ORDER TO BE COUNTED!
The 2005 SGN SCOOPS DIAMOND AWARDS are being presented by Lamp Music Group. The program will take place on Friday, September 16th, during NQC Week at the Executive West Hotel. The Executive West is located at the entrance of the Kentucky Fair and Expo Center in Louisville, KY The Diamond Awards will start at 1:00 pm in the Scot Room.
SGN Scoops values the opinions of those people who, on a daily basis, shape and affect our industry. Therefore we ask that each of you, our readers, as well as all of the great Southern Gospel fans, to participate in the 2005 Annual Diamond Awards. Award categories are for specific group or musical configurations. Please read the following carefully before voting!
The following awards will be presented:
J.D. SUMNER LIVING LEGEND AWARD - to recognize the living performer for whom the fans feel has made the greatest contribution to Southern Gospel music over a career spanning 25 years or more. This award is a once-in-a-lifetime honor.
GROUP OF THE YEAR - recognizes performing Southern Gospel groups with four or more vocalists.
TRIO OF THE YEAR - recognizes performing groups with three vocalists.
DUET OF THE YEAR - recognizes performing groups with 2 vocalists.
SOLOIST OF THE YEAR - recognizes male or female performers who record as a solo artist.
MALE VOCALIST OF THE YEAR and FEMALE VOCALIST OF THE YEAR - recognizes vocalists who record as part of a duo, trio or group.
SONG OF THE YEAR - recognizes the artist, songwriter, record company and publisher. A song may win only once.
VIDEO OF THE YEAR - nominees include short or long-form videos.
ALBUM OF THE YEAR - recognizes the recorded works of solo artists, duos, trios, and groups.
SONGWRITER OF THE YEAR - nominees have had at least one of their songs in the SGUSA/SGN SCOOPS Chart during the eligibility period.
INSTRUMENTALIST OF THE YEAR - recognizes artistic achievement by a recording artist, session musician or touring band member.
SUNRISE AWARD - recognizes the new Southern Gospel artist of today who shows the most promise for maintaining and furthering his or her status. Nominees in this category have not released their debut single two years prior to the eligibility date (January 1, 2003) This award is also a once-in-a-lifetime honor.
ARTIST/INDUSTRY WEB SITE - recognized the most outstanding artist or industry web site in Southern Gospel Music.
NEW CATEGORIES THIS YEAR:
CHRISTIAN COMEDIAN OF THE YEAR - recognizes the Christian Comedians in Southern Gospel.
BLUEGRASS GOSPEL ARTIST OF THE YEAR - recognizes performing Bluegrass Gospel groups, including two or more vocalists
BALLOTS MAY BE FOUND HERE. An online ballot can be found there. In addition, a link is provided to download a .pdf copy of the Diamond Awards rules and ballot. These ballots may be copied and distributed to concert fans.
REMEMBER: ONLY ONE BALLOT PER PERSON WILL BE COUNTED. ONLY BALLOTS WITH VOTER INFORMATION PROVIDED WILL BE COUNTED.
Failure to follow the rules will result in your ballot being voided. SGN Scoops magazine reserves the right to determine eligibility in all categories. All Southern Gospel fans are eligible to nominate. Co-Sponsors who have already signed on for the 2005 Diamond Awards are: Soloist Quintin McGinnis, The Bedford Bible Bookstore, Sons Of The Father (Artists), Gateway Music Group, Wilds & Associates, Soloist Loretta Withee, and 770AM Southern Gospel - Kentucky's Official Voice Of The National Quartet Convention.
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February 24, 2005
Brentwood, TN - Spring Hill Music Group recording artists CrossWay performed last weekend alongside the Homecoming family of artists in Tupelo, MS and Mobile, AL.
The group performed “It Looks Like Love to Me,” their recent hit single, nominated for Southern Gospel Recorded Song of the Year for the 2005 DOVE Awards. CrossWay also performed “Oh My, My” and their new single “Long Arm of Love” over the course of the two events to a rousing applause and joined the entire Homecoing gang on stage to sing Homecoming favorites.
“Bill Gaither has always been about finding great songs and stellar talent,” stated Spring Hill Music A&R Director and General Manager Phil Johnson. “CrossWay represents some of the newest, freshest music in the southern Gospel genre. Their youth and energy are invigorating. We were honored to have them be a part of the HOMECOMING phenomena and the class that it represents. The family of artists really welcomed them, and it was certainly a highlight for this young group.”
CrossWay left the arena and headed to Florida where they set sail to perform on the weeklong Jubilee at Sea cruise. The group’s current project, "This I Know," is nominated for Southern Gospel Album of the Year at the 2005 DOVE Awards, and they are currently solidifying an upcoming tour to be announced soon. This I Know is distributed by Word Distribution/WEA, and the group is booked by The Harper Agency.
For further information:
www.crosswayqt.com
www.springhillmusic.com
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Goodlettsville, TN - Ben Scroggs & Inheritance, of Bristow, Oklahoma, was in the studio this past week working on a new album. The new recording will be released on the MorningStar/Signature label in Spring 2005.
For more information:
www.inheritancetrio.com
www.eddiecrook.com
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Hendersonville, TN - Popular sister duo, The McRaes claimed the number one position on the Singing News National Radio Chart in December 2004 with their hit song “If It Had Not Been The Lord.” Annie and Kelly along with numerous friends and family gathered in Hendersonville, Tennessee this week for a celebration in honor of the career benchmark. The single marks the first number one for the group. “If It Had Not Been The Lord” was written by Annie and features the vocals of the sisters, along with Joyce Martin. The number one song is included on the McRaes debut Daywind release, "Traveling On."
“If It Had Not Been The Lord” reached the number one position on the heels of the McRae’s announcing the formation of McRae Ministries and their plans to tour as a part of Crabb Jam ’05 with the Crabb Family, Mike Bowling and Crossway. "Traveling On" is available in stores nationwide where music is sold and distributed by New Day Christian Distributors and Word Entertainment.
For more information:
www.annieandkellymcrae.com
www.daywindrecords.com
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Rev. J.B. Hawkins, father of Chris "Hawkins" Freeman, of The Freemans, passed away Monday, February 21st after a brief illness. The Rev. Hawkins was 70. He served as a pastor with the Pentecostal Church of God for 47 years and was the Associate Pastor of the Miracle Temple Pentecostal Church of God at the time of his death. Services were held at 2:00 p.m. at the Miracle Temple Pentecostal Church of God on Tuesday March 1, 2005. In lieu of flowers the family requests that Memorial Donations be made to the Hawkins Memorial Fund c/o Miracle Temple Pentecostal Church of God, 1335 Plum Street; Madison, TN 37115.
SGN Scoops has learned that the expense of Rev. Hawkins funeral is going to be totally of Chris Freeman and her family. If you would like to help, please send a Love Gift along with your cards to:
The Freemans
PO Box 2514
Hendersonville, TN 37077
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Goodlettsville, TN - Rachel Renee, from Jacksonville, Florida, was recently in the studio recording tracks for her new project with the Eddie Crook Company. Vocals on the yet named project will be recorded soon with a projected street date of Summer 2005.
For more information:
www.eddiecrook.com
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HENDERSONVILLE, Tenn. - Powerhouse vocalists the Hoskins Family are currently in the studio working on their newest Daywind Records project entitled "It’s Over…Let Eternity Begin". Angie, Jim, Reva and Rick will be featured on songs penned by some of the industry’s top songwriters including Gerald Crabb, Jeff Silvey, Sheri LaFontaine, Tony Wood, Belinda Smith and Angie Hoskins Aldridge. Popular soloist, Mike Bowling, who has produced projects for the Hoskins Family in the past, is producing the current project as well.
The Hoskins Family performs over 200 dates annually. They have appeared during the National Quartet Convention, the Dove Awards, on Trinity Broadcasting Network (TBN), during Gospel Music Week, on the Inspirational Network (INSP), as a featured guest on the “Mark Lowry Show,” at the Word International Sales Conference, Gaither Homecoming concerts, Gospel Music’s Seminar in the Rockies, as well as many other establishments across the country.
In 2003, The Hoskins Family celebrated their first number one song, “Safe Thus Far.” Their current single “Somebody’s Praying Right Now” debuted at 37 for April 2005 on the national radio charts. "It’s Over…Let Eternity Begin" will be available in retail stores nationwide beginning in June and will be distributed by New Day Christian Distributors and Word Entertainment.
For more information:
www.thehoskinsfamily.com
www.daywindrecords.com
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Goodlettsville, TN - Mike Johnson, Tenor singer for MorningStar Recording Artist, Johnson Revue, was killed in an auto accident on Sunday, February 20th. Johnson was traveling on Kentucky US 23 when his vehicle left the roadway and struck a hill. The vehicle then flipped over, trapping him inside. Johnson was pronounced dead at the scene. Funeral services were conducted Thursday, February 24 at Penny Road Community Church near Virgie, Kentucky. Hall & Jones Funeral Home in Virgie, Kentucky, are in charge of the arrangements.The Johnson family appreciates your prayers during this difficult time.
If you would like to send cards, you may send them to:
The Johnson Family
P.O. Box 202
Harold, Kentucky 41635
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Goodlettsville, TN - The Ruckmans, of Poteau, Oklahoma, were recently in the studio cutting new tracks for their upcoming project on the MorningStar label, a division on the Eddie Crook Company. Their latest radio single, “Just Another Miracle,” is getting great response all across the nation and is at Number 77 in the Singing News Magazine for the month of February 2005. Projected street date for the new project is scheduled for Spring 2005.
For more information:
www.theruckmans.com
www.eddiecrook.com
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Chattanooga, TN - Gospel Music recording artist Young Harmony and The Rick Hendrix Company are excited to announce the nomination of Young Harmony for a Dove Award. Young Harmony’s latest recorded project, titled “faith, hope, joy,” was nominated in the category of Southern Gospel Album Of The Year. The album was recorded on the Lamon Records label and was produced by Dave Moody and Nelson McSwain.
“We are very surprised at this nomination,” stated Johnathan Bond of Young Harmony. “A lot of work goes into a recorded project like this and we must thank Dave Moody and Nelson McSwain, who produced the project for their work and support. Also, the entire staff of Lamon Records and Rick Hendrix Company deserves major recognition for their marketing and promotional support of this album. We are truly honored and blessed to be nominated for such a prestigious award.”
The Dove Awards have been presented annually by the Gospel Music Association for 35 years and are amongst the most prestigious awards given in Gospel Music. The Dove Awards will be presented on April 13, 2005 at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, TN and will be hosted Deion Sanders and Yolanda Adams. Young Harmony will be in attendance that evening.
Young Harmony was formed in 1995 by husband and wife team Johnathan and Ginger Bond. Johnathan and Ginger make their home in Chattanooga, TN. They are a full time Gospel artist and travel all over the United States performing in various concert venues and churches.
For more information:
www.YoungHarmony.com
(888) 291-7161
www.gmamusicawards.com
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Goodlettsville, TN - The Frosts recently dropped by to visit the Solid Gospel headquarters in Nashville, Tennessee. Michael, Candie and Brenda were interviewed by Richard Johnson, producer for Solid Gospel, which is broadcast to more than 100 affiliate stations across the country. Richard spoke with group members about their new single, "That's How A Miracle Feels," currently being heard on the Solid Gospel network. The single is from their MorningStar project, The Arrival, produced by Eddie Crook.
Richard also spoke with Michael about his songwriting. Michael penned eight songs on The Frosts new project and he has recently had cuts by artists such as Ivan Parker, Heirline, and The Wilburns. The Frosts are a trio based in Rogersville, TN.
For more information:
www.thefrostfamilyband.com
www.eddiecrook.com
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Lancaster, PA - Tenor vocalist position is immediately available for the KnowLoveServe (KLS) trio. Through music, KLS desires to enable God to touch the hearts of people and encourage them in their walk with the living Christ. They have been singing for worship services, concerts, banquets, music festivals, etc. since 2000. Blending in close harmony, the mixed trio sings original and familiar music that is scriptural based, and ranges from sacred inspirational to lively and spiritually uplifting. Musical styles include praise and worship, Gospel, a cappella, and hymns.
The group completed their first project, "Life on the Rock", in 2001 and the second, "The Anchor Holds", is near completion. Visit the KLS website, www.knowloveserve.net to hear a sound clip and learn more about the ministry or contact Shirley at (717)354-8800 for more information or to schedule an audition.
For more information:
www.knowloveserve.net
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Riding high from Stand By The River, her latest recording release from Spring Hill Music, Grammy Award winning Gospel Singer and Composer, Dottie Rambo made a guest appearance at the Christian Bookseller’s Advance Exhibition on February 1, 2005 promoting and autographing her latest book, The Award Winning Dottie Rambo Cookbook with Celebrity Friends. Exuberant fans were standing in line all the way down the exhibit hall when Dottie arrived and continued until the closing. Fans and book store owners unanimously expressed their sincere thanks for how Dottie’s music had blessed them through the years, and how eager they were to carry her beautifully designed new cookbook featuring Dottie’s recipes and those of 95 celebrity friends. Dottie said, “What a joy it was meeting all the bookstore owners from all over the country. Without the bookstores, DJs and fans I wouldn’t be where I am today, and I’ll never forget that. I am so proud of this cookbook and how well it has been received.” This is Dottie’s third cookbook. The two previous books were also well received and went into multiple printings.
The cookbook is divided into sections such as “Dinner with Dottie,” “Tea Time with Dottie,” “Dottie’s Deli Desserts,” and many others. A major attraction is the celebrity revelations such as Brenda Lee’s “Dynamite Chili”, George Jones’ Banana Split Pie, and even Elvis Presley’s favorite ice cream. Other celebrities contributing include Pat Boone, Randy Travis, Loretta Lynn, Johnny Cash, as well as many current and former State First Ladies such as Lisa Wallace (AL), Andrea Conte (TN), and Columba Bush (FL).
The cookbook is the winner of the Golden Angel Award, voted #1 in it’s category. Wholesale orders may be processed thorough Ingram/Spring Arbor distributors, Baker and Taylor Books, and at Father and Sons Publishing’s web site, www.fatherson.com, or by phoning 800-741-2712. Individual orders can be placed with your local bookstore, or by going to www.dottierambo.net.
For more information:
www.fatherson.com
www.dottierambo.net
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Goodlettsville, TN - The Sons Family, of Means, Kentucky, was recently in the studio completing their vocals on their upcoming project on the Cross & Crown label, a division on the Eddie Crook Company. Their latest radio release entitled “I Came To Get My Blessing” is playing on radio stations now and receiving great airplay and reviews nationwide. Projected street date for the new C&C project is scheduled for Spring 2005.
For more information:
www.thesonsfamily.com
www.eddiecrook.com
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Goodlettsville, TN - Eddie Crook, President of the Eddie Crook Company, is pleased to announce that Greater Faith of Knoxville, Tennessee has extended their exclusive recording contract with the company.This talented quartet is reviewing material for their upcoming project and projected street date is Spring 2005.
For more information:
www.gfaithministries.com
www.eddiecrook.com
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Palmetto State Quartet has been in the studio recording a new CD project. The Crossroads/Sonlite recording is currently scheduled for release this April and is the first Palmetto State Quartet recording to feature the rich baritone voice of Rick Fair. Palmetto State Quartet will begin accepting advance orders for this recording through their website on Tuesday, February 15. Song titles and further information can be found at www.palmettostatequartet.com/crossroads2005.htm. Photos of the vocal session have also been posted to the group’s website at www.palmettostatequartet.com.
For more information:
www.palmettostatequartet
615-595-7500
www.bsaworld.com
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Goodlettsville, TN - Elaine Wilburn of the Wilburns recently visited the Eddie Crook offices to listen to new material for their upcoming recording. This will be the Wilburns first project on the Renaissance Label. Be watching for a Spring 2005 release date.
For more information:
www.thewilburns.com
www.eddiecrook.com
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Hershey, PA - Brothers In Grace, a male quartet based in the Hershey, PA area, has announced that they are seeking to fill the position of first tenor. The group travels extensively throughout the state of Pennsylvania and the northeastern section of the United States. The group’s most recent project was recorded in 2004 and is titled “Daystar” and they have also recently released their very first DVD titled “Live In Harrisburg, PA.” Brothers In Grace is noted for tight harmonies, a sense of humor and spirit-filled testimonies.
Interested persons should contact Ted Wissler, the baritone singer for Brothers In Grace, at (717) 291-1535 or by email at twissler@juno.com.
For more information:
www.brothersingrace.com
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Applause Central is pleased to announce the addition of Pure Harmony to its roster. This famous trio is comprised of founder Wayne Bartlett, singer, Dewayne Porter, and Amy Roth who came to national recognition during her time spent with The Nelons. Both the agency and group are excited about having the opportunity to work together. If you would like to book Pure Harmony, contact Lisa Couch, 615-832-8581, talent@applausecentral.com.
For more information:
www.applausecentral.com
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Murfeesboro, TN - Christlike, one of the fastest rising talents in Southern and Country Gospel, was recently nominated for two SGN Music Awards.
The group was nominated for Breakthrough Artist of the Year and Best Country/Bluegrass Album for their Family Music Group release Journey.
The SGN Music Awards are an annual award handed out by the staff at Southern Gospel’s leading internet magazine, SouthernGospelNews.com. The unique aspect of the SGN Music Award is that the nominees are chosen by the staff, yet the fans are given the opportunity to vote for the winners.
“We want to take the time to thank everyone at SouthernGospelNews.com for believing in us and our ministry,” said Weylin Bohannan of Christlike. “I received news a few days ago of the nominations - what an honor to be nominated for these awards. Please know we consider these some of the all time highs in our lives. The guys were so excited and humbled at the same moment -- a feeling hard to describe. The staff at SouthernGospelNews has supported southern gospel and ‘country bluegrass gospel’ iin so many ways, and Christlike wants to say thank you.”
The awards will be handed out at a special SGN Music Award Gala in Nashville, Tennessee on Tuesday, April 26, 2005. Performers and presenters will be announced at a later date.
Christlike’s current single, “Here I Am Again” is already tearing up the radio airwaves. The single recently debuted on the SouthernGospelNews Top 40 Weekly Chart. Christlike also has a feature article on the SouthernGospelNews.com main page, and the group will be a featured performer at the 6th Annual Gospel Music Fan Festival later this summer.
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AN UPDATE ON GEORGE YOUNCE FROM HIS FAMILY - Hey Folks! - Sorry so long in giving you an update, so I'll get right to it. In mid-October Dad got up one morning and his legs didn't seem to want to work for him. He also noticed that his hands and arms were noticeably weaker. We got him into his family physician right away. He set us an appointment with a neurologist who performed a nerve conduction study on his legs and arms. The results showed nerve damage, the worse being in his right arm and leg. He said it is a condition called polyneuropathy which is common in people such as Dad who has diabetes and kidney failure. He also has pretty significant spinal degeneration which also contributes in making it very hard for him to get around. He has been using a walker, but needs help getting up from a lying or sitting position. So we've made a few modifications around the house to make it easier for him and as usual he is being very patient although we know this has been very frustrating for him. We were talking the other day how thankful we are that Mom had both of her knees replaced when she did. The Lord knew she was going to need them strong and healthy for Dad. She has been a rock and encourager not only for Dad but all of us.
Just this past week Dad was fitted for his own wheelchair . They measured his hips, legs and feet so it would be just the right fit for him. As the technician was measuring, Dad pipes up and says, "I might as well tell you that I have no butt so you might want to put some extra padding in the seat!!" The technician looked up at Lisa and I, we laughed and said, "he's telling you the truth!!" He never ceases to amaze us, thank God no matter what he always seems to keep a sense of humor! What an inspiration he continues to be. In the past 6 years this family has watched him go through struggle after struggle. I have questioned God a million times and must admit that I have been angry to the point that I couldn't even pray. But thankfully God is an understanding and patient God who understands even when we get angry and frustrated. It's taken me a while but I've quit asking, wondering, and trying to reason it out, and let me tell you what a relief! I've finally learned that I don't have to know, I just have to trust!
Again, on behalf of all the "Younce" family thank you for hangin' in there with us and especially for your continued concern love and prayers. We are forever grateful!
We Love You,
Gina & Family
P.S. Picked up Dad's wheelchair yesterday and we're going on our first outing today!! Where does he want to go?......the grocery store of course!!!!
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Nicole Watts Jenkins has been filling in for Kim Hopper on tour dates with The Hoppers. Word is that Kim is planning on returning before too much longer.
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Lancaster, PA – SG Business Group, a leading marketing company in Southern Gospel Music, is pleased to announce the newly designed Northeast Gospel Music Website. The Northeast Gospel Music Website can be viewed at www.northeastgospelmusic.net. The Northeast Gospel Music Website is a website that is dedicated solely to Gospel Music happenings in the Northeast section of the United States. The website offers several free services as well as a few paid services.
“The Northeast Gospel Music Website is a fun project for us,” stated SG Business Group Managing Partner, Scott Evans. “Personally, I grew up in New York and now live In Pennsylvania and I know that the Northeast is often not thought of when it comes to Southern Gospel Music. I know for a fact that Southern Gospel Music is very much alive and well in the Northeast! Our website is designed to give people a place to come and find information about upcoming concerts and events. It also includes a list of artists that call the Northeast home. We want to provide a service that is a useful tool for the fans as well as the artists in our region.”
SG Business Group also owns the Pennsylvania Southern Gospel Website and plans to maintain both websites. “It is not our intention to replace the Pennsylvania Southern Gospel Website,” stated Scott. “We simply are broadening our horizons to include more states. We have done this on a smaller scale for about a year and we now feel it is time to build upon the foundation of this website and see where the Lord leads us!”
The Northeast Gospel Music Website originates out of Lancaster, PA and is a wholly owned subsidiary of SG Business Group.
For more information:
www.sgbusinessgroup.com
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Hendersonville, TN - April Potter-Holleman announces today that Roebuck, SC trio Eighth Day will be the first client to work with the newly formed April Potter Agency Creative Consulting branch. April states, “I am excited about working with Eighth Day. They have a great heart for ministry and to see lives changed and are incredibly sweet and talented.” Eighth Day is a mixed trio comprised of Joni Robinson- lead, Trey Evans- tenor and Derek Parker- baritone. Joni adds, “Integrity and the heart of a servant are two important qualities we see in April and we count it a true blessing to have been led to partner with her in ministry. She shares our vision of reaching the lost while displaying a true commitment to excellence in every facet of our ministry.”
Their current single, "Walk on Water" can be found on their self entitled project "Eighth Day". Their new hymns project will release the end of the month.
For booking or more information on Eighth Day at you may visit their website at www.eighthdaymusic.com or call their office at 864-595-9529 or 864-237-0523. For information on April Potter Agency Creative Consulting visit their website at www.aprilpotteragency.com or call 615-822-0036.
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Jim Hefner, President of the Southern Gospel Promoters Association, has announced that Charlie Waller will be the keynote speaker at the Annual SGPA Banquet to be held at the Maxwell House Hotel in Nashville, Tennessee. The banquet will be held at 7:00 p.m. on May 18th, 2005. Waller has just been named Executive Director of the SGMA Hall of Fame and Museum. He is also the founder of the Grand Ole Gospel Reunion held in Greenville, South Carolina each year that is now in its 18th year.
Hefner said that he was excited to have Charlie as their guest speaker and called him one of the most colorful and outspoken individuals in our Industry, as well as one of the most knowledgeable. He is certain to be a hit with the Promoters. Hefner also stated that he felt that Charlie was a perfect choice to head the Hall of Fame and Museum because he is a hands-on guy that does everything first class. Hefner urges all SGPA members to fully support Charlie in his new role to make our Hall of Fame and Museum the best of the best.
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Goodlettsville, TN - Jason Coulter of McKinney, Kentucky has signed an exclusive recording contract with the Eddie Crook Company. Jason is a prolific soloist and keyboardist and also is a minister and worship leader. He has been assigned to the Cedar Hill Label. Jason will be in the studio in March recording tracks for his first ECC project.
For more information:
www.eddiecrook.com
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The Torchmen Quartet from Southern Ontario have recently added new lead singer David Randall to their lineup. Originally from Michigan, David won the NQC Talent Contest, Solo Division, in 2004. He replaces Steve Ash, long-time Torchmen member who has recently started a new career. Veteran baritone Mike Moran comments on the personnel change: "I am going to miss him [Steve] in the group, but he is a good friend, and we will still be in touch. He sure did a great job for us on the platform! I think you will be happy with the new guy. I still find it hard to believe how God continues to fill the holes in the Torchmen. It always confirms to me that God is still blessing the ministry of our group".
The Torchmen have been traveling across Canada and the United States for over 36 years.
For more information:
www.torchmen.com
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ATTENTION ALL GROUPS: Your concert schedule will be listed FREE OF CHARGE in SGN SCOOPS MAGAZINE. Send your dates, 2 months in advance, to: concerts@sgnscoops.com
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"Southern Gospel Auctions" have officially opened their doors. They are providing NEW and USED Southern Gospel CDs on Ebay. They are offering Christian T-shirts and books, videos, CD/Cassette Racks, Cases for the CD/Cassette racks, etc. You'll know it's "Southern Gospel Auctions", when the seller is listed as "sgospel". Look for their advertisement in the Classified Ads Section of this newsletter for a complete list of this weeks auctions.
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SGN Scoops magazine is in need of Christians to submit Feature Length (850-1500 words) articles for publication. Please contact Allen Smith at: asmith@sgnscoops.com.
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Send your project to:
SGN Scoops Reviews
P.O. Box 222
Cadet, MO 63630
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$30.00 per month per classified ad. Includes up to 60 words per classified ad. Ad will be placed in ALL THREE (3) of our publications, SGN SCOOPS Magazine, SGN SCOOPS E-Zine, and on our web page. For more info, contact us at: sgn_ads@hotmail.com or call us at: (573) 438-4593. VISA & MASTERCARD ACCEPTED. Click here to view the Classifieds Page.
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