by Kyle Boreing | Feb 24, 2018 | CD Reviews, Reviews
A Different Light Produced by Jeff Collins & Mark Bishop Crossroads Records www.markbishopmusic.com Format: CD & Digital Release Date: February 23, 2018 Tune-O-Meter: High Rating: 3 stars (out of 5) SONG TITLES (all songs written by Mark Bishop): More Than...
by David Bruce Murray | Feb 23, 2018 | News, Obituary
Gospel Music Happenings The Guardians announced bass singer Pat Barker has become a full-time member of the group. With this move, the Guardians have transitioned from a trio to a quartet. Barker has stated he will fulfill all current Second Half Quartet dates. Voting...
by David Bruce Murray | Feb 22, 2018 | History
Over the past week or so, I have spent a good bit of time researching names for the Southern Gospel Music Association’s Hall Of Fame nominations. I take it seriously, because I consider it to be the most prestigious recognition anyone in Southern Gospel can...
by David Bruce Murray | Feb 19, 2018 | Commentary & Observations, History
Last week, I received my ballot to nominate individuals to be inducted into the Southern Gospel Music Association’s Hall Of Fame (SGMA HOF). At the bottom of this article, I have posted the SGMA’s criteria for selecting a SGMA HOF inductee. It is...
by Sony Elise | Feb 18, 2018 | Uncategorized
If you are on Facebook, you have probably seen the posts that say, “If you know me, you know that I _______.” If I were to ask that question, I expect that some would mention the fact that I like the color pink. Others might comment that I love southern...
by David Bruce Murray | Feb 16, 2018 | News
Gospel Music Happenings The Griffith Family of Nashville, Tennessee is seeking a singer/keyboardist after the departure of Bryce Lee. Submit demos, bios, and a photo to griffithfamilymusic@gmail.com. Ernie Haase & Signature Sound will perform the National Anthem...
by David Bruce Murray | Feb 12, 2018 | DVD Review, Reviews
During the 1990s and 2000s, it was common for a half dozen Gaither video titles or more to be released per year. The frequency has diminished considerably since 2011, the last year more than two titles were released in a single year. 2018 adds A Few Good Men and...
by Sony Elise | Feb 11, 2018 | Uncategorized
It wasn’t long ago that Christians wished for revival, churches held “revival meetings,” pastors would open up the altar after services so that those who were being convicted could come forward and repent of their sins. Although there are churches...
by David Bruce Murray | Feb 9, 2018 | News
Gospel Music Happenings Comedian Tim Lovelace is now endorsing BlueChip brand guitar picks. Absolutely Gospel announced Joseph Habedank and Amber Nelon Thompson have been selected to host their annual awards show. The event will happen on Tuesday April 10th...
by Diana Brantley | Feb 7, 2018 | Major Concert Events, News
Abraham Productions has announced a big celebration for the 20th anniversary of their Singing In The Sun event to be held in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina from April 16th through 21st. The full details can be found at the Abraham Productions website, but they...
by Sony Elise | Feb 4, 2018 | Uncategorized
How does God decide when to call His children Home? It seems like some die way too young while others live to a ripe old age, seemingly accomplishing nothing for the Kingdom. We can quote verses like Romans 8:28, but maybe you find it hard to believe sometimes. For...
by David Bruce Murray | Feb 2, 2018 | News
Gospel Music Happenings The National Quartet Convention announced three professional concert promoters (Josh Franks, Duane Garren, and Bill Bailey) will be hosts for the evening concerts in 2018. In the past, NQC has used artists for this role. Prayer Request Please...