by James Hales | Jan 28, 2026 | LP Review, Reviews
After back-to-back changes with the Inspirations’ vocal line-up in 1991 and 1992, “He Brought Me Out” would be the first recording by the group with this line-up being involved completely from beginning to end. On this recording you can definitely hear a difference in...
by David Bruce Murray | Jan 23, 2026 | News
NEWS NUGGETS Numerous concert events planned for this weekend have been cancelled or postponed as winter ice storm “Fern” moves in. Others have been confirmed as still proceeding. Be sure to check before driving long distances and, if you’re in an...
by James Hales | Jan 21, 2026 | LP Review, Reviews
As I have mentioned in previous articles, I sort of lost interest in the Inspirations around this time, and I just wasn’t as “into” their music as I once was. Their music was always playing in the background of my life’s soundtrack, but the music they were making...
by Sony Elise | Jan 18, 2026 | Uncategorized
I was recently talking with a young man whose aspiration at this point in his life is to become famous. His reason stated is so he can reach more people with the Gospel but, while that may be true, I feel like it is as hard for a famous person to enter the Kingdom of...
by David Bruce Murray | Jan 16, 2026 | News
NEWS NUGGETS On Tuesday, Poet Voices announced that Phil Cross will be reducing his singing, while still remaining very active with the group playing keyboard and communicating with the crowd. The group has added former Kingdom Heirs singer Loren Harris, who has...
by James Hales | Jan 14, 2026 | LP Review, Reviews
Following the release of one of their most popular recordings, “What’s That I Hear” in 1989, the Inspirations would not record anything new in 1990, but they would release “My Anchor Still Holds” in early Spring of 1991. If my facts are correct, it is likely this was...
by David Bruce Murray | Jan 9, 2026 | News
NEWS NUGGETS Mark209 announced the departures of bass singer Joe Armstrong and piano player Joshua Pope. Individuals who are interested in auditioning for either position are asked to send their resume, headshot, and a demo to: auditions@mark209.com Real Southern...
by James Hales | Jan 7, 2026 | LP Review, Reviews
After releasing 2 albums that featured basic instrumentation (piano, bass, acoustic guitar), the Inspirations’ released a second recording in late 1989 called, “What’s That I Hear”, which brought back a more robust music track…and it was glorious! In fact, this...
by Sony Elise | Jan 4, 2026 | Uncategorized
Happy New Year! It’s hard to believe we are over a quarter of the way through this century. Those who are old enough remember Y2K and how some thought the world would end. But here we are, closer to the Lord’s return and yet still here with work to do...
by David Bruce Murray | Jan 2, 2026 | News
NEWS NUGGETS Dayton Gay has joined Brian Free & Assurance to fill the baritone spot vacated by Jake Anglin. Gay had performed with The Perrys until recently. Earlier this week, 2nd Chance Ministries announced the departure of tenor singer Brian Alvey. Today, Debra...
by James Hales | Dec 31, 2025 | LP Review, Reviews
1989 was another celebratory year for the Inspirations, as they were celebrating 25 years as an organized group. From their humble beginnings practicing in Martin Cook’s basement, to the heights of popularity and fame, the Inspirations have done it all and seen it...
by David Bruce Murray | Dec 26, 2025 | News
NEWS NUGGETS The Perrys announced Singing News Radio DJ Joseph Reed is replacing lead singer Dayton Gay. Reed will continue to work with Singing News Radio as General Manager. He has already filled in, but his first official appearance with the Perrys since the...
