THE LATEST
The Greenes – “From Our Heart” (1988)
The last vinyl the Greenes released is this 1988 recording, “From Our Heart”. All other recordings released afterwards were released on cassette and CD. Read all about this great recording…
NewsNuggets: 6-5-26
Kingsmen announce lead singer and MORE in NewsNuggets!
The Bishops – “Chapter X Live” (1994)
1994 was a celebratory year for the Bishops, as they were commemorating 10 years together as a group! To celebrate that milestone, they released this special “live” album, “Chapter X Live”. Check it out…
Keeping Focus
This past weekend, I ran book tables at a conference. It had been over a year since I had done that, but since it was a large portion of my life for a number of years, I felt right at home. God has given me the ability to connect with people, and I love doing so. As I...
NewsNuggets: 5-29-26
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REVIEWS
The Inspirations – “What’s That I Hear?” (1989)
Before 1989 was out, the Inspirations would release a new recording, and it was a spectacular piece of work. Featuring important elements that made the Inspirations who they were, it’s one of my personal favorite recordings by the group.
The Inspirations – “Silver Anniversary” (1989)
Hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas holiday! As we resume our series on the Inspirations, the next album we come to is their 1989 recording, “Silver Anniversary”. Though no songs charted for this album, it was a classy representation of their music at the time. Check it out…
The Inspirations – “Yes, I Will Be There” (1988)
With this latest release, the Inspirations scaled the instrumentation back to just piano, bass and acoustic guitar. The album had a more rustic feel, but was undeniably “Inspirations”.
The Inspirations – “It’s Still the Blood” (1987)
This would be Ronnie Hutchins’ only mainline release during his brief tenure with the group in the 80’s. It was a great album, with the title song becoming one of the Inspirations’ most loved tunes and one of Archie’s sugar sticks.
The Bishops – “Once in a Lifetime” (1991)
This 1991 release by the Bishops brought them their very first #1 hit with, “He’s in the Midst”. Read all about it…
The Bishops – “Class of ’90” (1990)
After the immense success of “Marching On”, the Bishops follow-up, “Class of ’90” was a huge success as well. Check it out…
HISTORY
A Conversation with Gerald Wolfe
Kyle Boreing talks to Gerald Wolfe about different aspects of the gospel music industry.
#NewsNuggets: 2-23-18
A new quartet and more!
My SGMA Hall Of Fame Nominees
DBM has made his nominations.
2018 SGMA Hall Of Fame Nominations
Tell DBM who he should nominate!
#TBT Album Review/Restrospective: The Paynes – “Live: Fire On Stage”
Kyle pulls another favorite from his collection.
StowTown Records Vault Series
On Friday, November 27th, 2020, StowTown records surprised SG fans by releasing a digital remaster of a long-out-of-print record by the Cathedrals, Smooth as Silk. This album, originally released as a table project in 1979, is noteworthy for being the first full...
VIEWS AND COMMENTARY
My 2023 SGMA Hall Of Fame Nominations
DBM’s 2023 nominations for the SGMA Hall Of Fame.
Are Digital Compilations Pointless?
One side effect of this digital revolution is that every song released is essentially a single. This is where I can’t help but question if compilations are now outdated.
#NewsNuggest: 4-1-2023
NEWS OF THE WEEK After months of speculation and inquiries, Gold City officially announced this week that Brian Free and Ivan Parker have departed from the group. New members will be announced "soon." The Booth Brothers, Jim & Melissa Brady, and Buddy Mullins'...
SONY’S DEVOTIONS
Yahweh Is My Strength
Yesterday, someone on Facebook asked for prayer requests. I asked prayer for strength and wisdom. I'm currently reading through Psalms so when I read Chapter 28 this morning, verse 7 caught my eye: "The LORD is my strength and my shield; in him my heart trusts, and I...
Are You Too Busy?
After a busy week, I am thankful to have a day to be still and know that He is God. I know people who live their lives not having time for God, relationships, or anything else besides what keeps them busy. Sometimes they don't even know what those things are; they...
Don’t Forget to Give Thanks
"If just one soul returns to give thanks for what You've doneThis is my prayer, Lord, let me be the one." ~The Rochesters I expect the majority of people see prayer as a time to present their requests to the Lord, but I wonder how many go back and thank Him when the...
May 2021 Reflections
This month, I turned another year older which, as always, has caused me to do a lot of reflecting. What have I accomplished in my 48 years of life? What does God desire to do in and through me? What character traits do I need to increase in and what sins or habits do...
Glorious Morning!
Glorious morning! Jesus has risen!Death could not hold Him; no stone can seal.Glorious morning! The world has a Savior!He is alive, and His truth is revealed! These lyrics, sung by Sandi Patti, and written by Lari Goss, Gary McSpadden, and Linda Dooley, have been...
We Need Each Other
I could list a number of negative factors that have existed since COVID-19 reared its ugly head, but one of the things that is especially concerning me lately is isolation. It seems as though the introverts have decided that staying home and not seeing anyone is the...
A Sad, All-Too-Common Story
Tom Sullivan grew up in a Christian home and was in church every time the doors opened. At the age of 18, he married his high school sweetheart, a strong Christian woman who had also grown up in a Christian family. Not long after they were married, she became pregnant...
Why Are You Here?
As a child, my dream was to be a singer. When people asked what I wanted to be when I grew up, that is what I would tell them. I don't remember when this dream subsided, but I know that it lasted throughout my teen years. Although now in my 40s, I still love turning...
God Will Provide
I am in awe of God's mercy and goodness, but I'm also reminded that "to whom much is given, much is required" (Luke 12:48). God doesn't elevate a person so that the person can become a big shot. Everything He does is so HE can get glory. If you are in ministry, you...
Jesus Is the Resurrection!
Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life; the one who believes in Me will live, even if he dies. ~John 11:25 This morning, I'm thinking of two friends who passed away recently. One was a church greeter who used to greet us on Easter morning with the...
#NewsNuggets: 3-29-24
Using Artificial Intelligence to mimic singers is outlawed in Tennessee and MORE in today’s NewsNuggets!