One of the most diverse recordings the Kingsmen recorded is “You’re Not Alone”. Lots of changes both professionally and personally were taking place, allowing the Kingsmen to step out musically.
James Hales
James is a lifelong fan of Southern Gospel Music. Being exposed to the music through his dad's record collection as a 7 or 8 year old boy in the late 70's, James grew to love the music of the Happy Goodmans, Kingsmen, Inspirations, Rambos, Florida Boys and others. James has been a staff writer for Absolutely Gospel since 2000 writing music reviews and various articles, and he has contributed to Musicscribe and SGHistory.com for several years as well. James also writes for his own music page on Facebook as well, via James' Music Page (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063484056683).
The Kingsmen – “Beyond the Clouds” (1996)
1996 brought more changes to the Kingsmen, including Hamill’s retirement, which concluded a remarkable era for the Kingsmen. Read all about it in this latest article highlighting their “Beyond the Clouds” recording.
The Kingsmen – “Georgia Live” (1995)
With live albums pretty much going by the wayside, this would be the last mainline live recording the Kingsmen would release. Check it out!
The Kingsmen – “Ridin’ High” (1994)
“Ridin’ High” was one of the most popular recordings during this era of the Kingsmen, and boasting a #1, the Kingsmen were definitely “Ridin’ High”!
The Kingsmen – “New Life” (1993)
1993 saw the Kingsmen enjoying a “New Life” as they ushered in a new era. Check it out…
The Kingsmen – “Singin’ in the Sun…Live” (1992)
As the golden age of live albums were coming to an end, the Kingsmen recorded one last great live album, “Singin’ in the Sun”. A little different from their previous live albums, it was a great and exuded all things “Kingsmen”! Read all about it…
The Kingsmen – “Wish You Were Here” (1991)
One of the best loved recordings in the Kingsmen’s repertoire is this gem from 1991, featuring the title song, “Wish You Were Here”, which became Tim Surrett’s signature song and one of the Kingsmen’s greatest hits. Check it out…
The Kingsmen – “Live in Dayton” (1990)
In 1990, the Kingsmen added yet another live album in their long live of exciting live recordings. Read all about it…
The Kingsmen – “The Judgement” (1989)
With some personnel changes happening in the Kingsmen, “The Judgement” was a bit of a transitional recording for the Kingsmen, yielding one of their most unique and most remembered songs in their entire repertoire! Check out my review, and let me know your thoughts!