NEWS NUGGETS

Carolina’s Scott Whitener announced the addition of tenor singer Shannon Smith. Smith, a former lead singer for the Imperials and Three Bridges, had a solo ministry in recent years. Smith replaces Jordan Wilburn who announced his departure at the end of July.

Salvation’s Song manager Brian Fuson announced that tenor singer Jamey Pittman is leaving the group. Pittman’s replacement will be Kenny Adair.

StowTown Records has signed an exclusive global distribution deal with Syntax Creative.

The Gospel Music Association has released the schedule for their 2026 Dove “Week” (sic). Click HERE to review details for the three-day event coming up October 4-6.

PRAYER REQUEST

Tenor singer Jeremie Hudson was diagnosed with a brain tumor that will require surgery in a month or so. If you would like to donate to assist with Jeremie’s medical expenses, click HERE. Please keep Jeremie and his family in your prayers in the coming weeks.

NEW RELEASES

Late August – Alan Kendall – Decades Of Music, Decades Of Memories: 70 Years of Songs and Moments From The Kingsmen, Volume Two (paperback)

August 28 – Michael Booth – This Is Now (CD/digital)

August 28 – Anthem Edition – Something’s Goin’ On (EP/digital)

UPCOMING RELEASES

Dates listed here typically reflect official release dates for retail and/or online outlets. Dates titles become available direct from the artists may differ.

September 8 – Scotty Inman – Raised On Faith (CD/digital)

September 18 – The Williamsons – Red (CD/digital)

Ships approximately September 21 – Greater Vision – Timeless Hymns (Limited Premier Edition includes four bonus tracks/CD/USB/Double LP) (Regular edition may release October 9/CD)

September 25 – Gaither Gospel Series – You Are Loved: A Tribute To The Songs Of Bill & Gloria Gaither (DVD/CD/digital?)

October 9 – Gaither Gospel Series – Christmas Collection (CD/digital?)