Though it was a bit of a transitional album for the Hemphills, “Without a Doubt” yielded not 1, not 2, but 3 Top 10 hits for the group! Click and read all about it…
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 Hemphills – “One Live Family” (1975)
Released in 1975, this live album introduced SG audiences to the youngest member of the Hemphill family, Candy. Read all about it in this weeks’ article!
The Hemphills – “Sing the Glory Down” (1974)
1974 saw the Hemphills release 2 studio albums. The title song was the Hemphills their first huge hit with Heartwarming, and thus began a long string of hits for the group.
The Hemphills – “Ready to Leave” (1974)
1974 was the start of really big things for the Hemphills, as their music really began gaining some major traction. “Ready to Leave” was a tremendous album for the group and was only the beginning of great thing!
The Hemphills – “In Action” (1973)
The Hemphills’ only release for 1973, was this live gem, that was originally released independently before being picked up by Heartwarming Records. It’s a wonderfully raw and genuine live album, showcasing the Hemphills “In Action”!
The Hemphills – “Sweet Zion’s Song” (1972)
For their last album on Canaan, the Hemphills released “Sweet Zion’s Song” during the second half of 1972. A mix of newly penned Hemphill tunes along with popular cover tunes of the day, it was a unique mix of songs, all done in typical Hemphill style!
The Hemphills – “Make Mine Gospel” (1972)
As we come to the year of my birth (1972), the Hemphills released this great album which featured several wonderful songs including “I’ll Soon Be Gone”, “Preacher’s Boy” and “I Want to See Jesus”. Check it out…
The Hemphills – “Old Brush Arbor Days” (1970)
This next album in the Hemphills discography was a very cool, rustic sounding album, which really matched the vibe of the cover. Check out what James has to say about this gem of an album!
Joel & LaBreeska Hemphill / Hemphills – “The Country Gospel Style” (1967), “In Gospel Country” (1968) & “Take Us Home With You” (1969)
In keeping with family groups, the Hemphills were one of the greatest groups to grace the SG stage. Join us as we journey through their discography over the ensuing weeks, starting with this trio of their earliest works…