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The Inspirations – “Between Here and Sunset” (1995)
After releasing 2 new recordings in 1993, the Inspirations didn’t release any new music in 1994, but in 1995, they released “Between Here and Sunset”, utilizing a similar picture from their 1992 recording, “Jesus is Coming For Me”. Read all about it…
The Inspirations – “Is That Footsteps That I Hear?” (1981)
1981 brought the Inspirations one of the best known and best loved songs, with the title song, “Is That Footsteps That I Hear”. Read all about it!
News Nuggets: 10-24-25
A bridge named in honor of The Oaks and MORE in this week’s NewsNuggets!
The Inspirations – “Singing in the Smokies…Live” (1980) / “Second Helpin’” (1981)
1980 and 1981 saw the Inspirations releasing 2 live albums, both recorded the same night during the 1980 summer session of the Singing in the Smokies. 2 very different live albums, showing the unique shades of music by the Inspirations.
News Nuggets: 10-17-25
A new booking agent for Tate Emmons and MORE in NewsNuggets!
REVIEWS
The Inspirations – “Our Pioneer Heritage” / “Cool Water” / “Just as Long as Eternity Rolls” (1966)
The Inspirations will be our next group/topic of discussion, as we comb through 35 years of music from 1966 through 2001. In this first article, we’re talking about their first 3 albums from 1966. Check it out!
The Talleys – “A Night to Remember” (1992)
For our final installment for this series on the Talleys, we come to their final recording before coming off the road. “A Night to Remember” was an amazing “Swansong” for the Talleys, highlighting 8 years of fabulous music!
The Talleys – “Love Will” (1990)
This would be the final studio recording for the Talleys, which yielded one of their biggest hit songs, “He is Here”. This would be their most contemporary offering, filled with songs that could easily be found on the hottest CCM stations at the time. Read all about it…
The Talleys – “Typical Day” (1989)
1989 saw the Talleys release one of their most popular recordings, “Typical Day”, which also featured one of their most iconic songs, “Hallelujah, Praise the Lamb”. What are your thoughts about this recording?
Hymnal Review: The Sing Hymnal Lay-Flat Edition with Chords
DBM reviews The Sing Hymnal.
The Inspirations – “Have Something to Sing About” (1979)
“The Inspirations Have Something to Sing About” is the first of 2 albums released in 1979. With it’s iconic cover shot, long with the iconic song “A Wedding Invitation”, remains one of their most popular albums.
HISTORY
#NewsNuggets: 12-15-17
Kingsmen, Crossroads, Poets Voices, Wes Hampton, and more!
#NewsNuggets: 12-8-17
Remembering a former Cathedrals baritone…
Memorial Quilts Find Their Permanent Home at SGMA (Pigeon Forge, TN)
First, the background: Once upon a time (sometime during the early 2000's, I think), Singing News maintained a forum/chat board on its web site to promote discussions between its subscribers. When they decided to discontinue it, Daniel Mount picked up the baton and...
Commentary: The Digital Resistance
Why are some prominent SG artists now allowing their music to be made available via digital markets?
Universal Music Group: Decades of Masters Lost
Last year, I wrote an article detailing how record companies have a checkered past when it comes to properly archiving their master recordings. Among some of the revelations noted (thanks to a brilliant piece by Bill Holland) were: A large number of masters are...
Southern Gospel Historical Library
I've covered in the past how southern gospel music has a vast library of music and film/video footage from decades of artists. I've also mentioned how much of this library is not controlled by large record labels or production companies, but in the hands of private...
VIEWS AND COMMENTARY
Southern Gospel Breakfast Hour (and a missed opportunity?)
With the recent announcement of the Southern Gospel Music Association joining forces with the Biblical Times Theater in Pigeon Forge, TN, the SGMA now has not just a new home for the SGMA Hall of Fame, but also a venue to bring in artists for special events (the...
The Bakkers, PTL, and Southern Gospel Music
Aside from their very public downfall, Jim and Tammy Faye Bakker had a large (and mutual) impact on southern gospel music.
Daywind Streaming No Longer Covered By CCLI
Recent changes in Daywind policy will impact small and mid-sized churches that stream music online.
SONY’S DEVOTIONS
Music: A Real Blessing
For as long as I can remember, music has been important to me. My mom tells me that, as a baby, I wouldn't sleep unless she put on one of my grandparents' records. When I was around 9 years old, I discovered Southern Gospel music, and when I came across a Southern...
How COVID-19 May Affect Concerts Going Forward
I know that many SG artists are anxiously waiting to get back on the road. What that road will look like when they finally get the opportunity is truly anyone’s guess.
Reading or Skimming?
Are there portions of the Bible that you skip over every time you come to it? Or maybe you read it out of duty but mostly skim since you know that portion isn't going to speak to you anyway and you would rather not waste your time going over it. I confess there are...
Taking Inventory Again
Do you ever wonder what you have accomplished thus far in your life? I do frequently. For some, I expect God blinds them to their achievements so that they do not become proud. For others, they may have these thoughts because they have honestly not done anything...
Redeem the Time
"See then that you walk circumspectly, not as fools but as wise, redeeming the time, because the days are evil." ~Ephesians 5:15-16 I'm hearing that parts of the country are beginning to open up slowly but surely. I expect it will be a while until things get back to...
Look How Far You’ve Come
Jamie Owens-Collins wrote, Don't give up; don't give inGive it all to HimFor He cares so much more than you knowWhen it seems who you really want to beIs someone you'll never becomeJust look how far you've come If you're like me, it can be hard to see any progress...
All Fear Is Gone
Because He lives, all fear is gone! I know there is a lot of fear going on in the world, and I get it, but aren't you glad to know the One who holds the future? I serve a risen SaviorHe's in the world todayI know that He is livingWhatever man may sayI see His hand of...
Thank God for Spring
"I wish it could be spring every day," my niece commented. So do I, I thought. But being older, I am aware that if we did not have winter, we would take spring for granted like we do so many other things in our lives. God designed seasons for a reason, and I, for one,...
Man Makes His Plans
On Tuesday, my brother and I were driving home from New Jersey. We were scheduled to stay with friends in Ohio but not long after we crossed the Ohio border, my brother felt like we could make it home. We both liked that thought since we could then have Wednesday to...
Remember!
"If you should say in your heart, 'These nations are greater than I; how can I dispossess them?'--you shall not be afraid of them, but you shall remember well what the LORD your God did to Pharaoh and to all Egypt." ~Deuteronomy 7:17-18 Remembering. It seems like...
Turn Your Burdens to Prayer
I confess that I am guilty of taking way too many burdens upon myself. Family members who don't know the Lord, others making bad decisions, some having financial difficulty ... you name it, I feel it, and it can literally affect my health. In Matthew 11:28-30 Jesus...