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The Greenes – “Greenehouse” (1984)
The Greenes were a major force within the Southern Gospel genre. This is the first article in a series we’ll be running on the Greenes. Enjoy this first installment as we talk about their first major album, “Greenehouse”!
If You Can’t Say Something Nice …
If you are on social media, you are no doubt aware of the discussions that are taking place concerning how irresponsible people are with their words. The saying "sticks and stones may break my bones but words can never hurt me" is rubbish. Take it from someone who...
NewsNuggets: 1-30-26
It’s time to buy/renew SGMA memberships and MORE in NewsNuggets!
The Inspirations – “He Brought Me Out” (1993)
“He Brought Me Out” is my favorite recording by the Inspirations during this time period. It’s a fantastic piece of work that harkened back the “glory days” of the group.
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A Carman movie is in the works and MORE in NewsNuggets!
REVIEWS
The Talleys – “As For Me & My House” (1983) and “Lift Up Your Voice” (1984)
One of the most unique groups during the 80’s and early 90’s was the Talleys. They were true trailblazers and forward thinkers in our genre. I hope you enjoy the next few weeks as we walk through their albums…
The Kingsmen – “I Will” (2001)
As we come to our final article on the Kingsmen, we come to one of the most exciting studio recordings they’d ever done…”I Will”. Featuring stellar music tracks and vocals taking it to the limit, it’s an outstanding recording to close out this series!
The Kingsmen – “Proven…Time and Time Again” (2000)
In the year 2000, the Kingsmen released one of their most popular recordings to date, yielding 2 massively popular songs for the group. Read all about it…
The Kingsmen – “Shelter” (1999)
“Shelter” was a monumental recording for the Kingsmen, as they returned more to their roots with this release. It’s a fantastic recording…check out the article and let us know what you think!
The Inspirations – “Tell It To A Friend” (1986)
After about 6 years with the same line-up, Jack Laws left the Inspirations, and though he is on the album, he is not on the cover. This was a unique album for the group and ranks as one of my personal favorites. Check it out…
The Inspirations – “Praise God and Country” (1985)
The Inspirations love this country! They have always been proud to show their patriotism, and this latest album featured the patriotic title song, “Praise God and Country”. This album was a little different than most, but it was a good album overall. Read all about it…
HISTORY
The Originals: Mary, Did You Know?
Did you know this lyric waited six years for its melody?
The Originals: Jesus Is Coming Soon
Who recorded it first?
The Originals: Look For Me At Jesus’ Feet
Let’s revisit The Calvarymen of West Virginia for another installment of The Originals.
The Originals: How Great Thou Art
Did you know “How Great Thou Art” went through three languages before it was translated into English?
Record Company Archives
Do SG master recordings still exist, and if so, are they easily found?
The Originals: A Wonderful Time Up There
Who recorded “Gospel Boogie” first?
VIEWS AND COMMENTARY
Best Of The 2010s: Top Fan
Many of the top artists in Southern Gospel took part in selecting the Top Fan of the past decade!
Best Of The 2010s: The Nominees
Check out the nominees!
New Singing News Chart Reporting Procedures Hit A Sour Note With Some SG DJs
Stations must now submit a computer-generated spin count when reporting to the Singing News chart.
SONY’S DEVOTIONS
Someone Like Me
If I lived a million years, I'd still never see how someone like You could love someone like me. ~Mike Payne I wonder if a person can truly be converted if she doesn't understand how truly vile she is without God. Is this why many who grow up in church look the part...
Well Done!
I enjoy reading biographies, especially of preachers and missionaries of years gone by. I think of John Wesley, George Whitefield, D.L. Moody, George Muller. Even if you disagree with their doctrine, you can't deny that they accomplished more for the Kingdom than most...
I Am a Christian
If you are on Facebook, you have probably seen the posts that say, "If you know me, you know that I _______." If I were to ask that question, I expect that some would mention the fact that I like the color pink. Others might comment that I love southern gospel music...
What Happened to Revival?
It wasn't long ago that Christians wished for revival, churches held "revival meetings," pastors would open up the altar after services so that those who were being convicted could come forward and repent of their sins. Although there are churches that still do those...
This Race We Call Life
How does God decide when to call His children Home? It seems like some die way too young while others live to a ripe old age, seemingly accomplishing nothing for the Kingdom. We can quote verses like Romans 8:28, but maybe you find it hard to believe sometimes. For...
The Grass Is Not Always Greener
I believe that the majority of single people long to be married. Most of the single women I know especially wonder why their dreams of "happily ever after" have not come to pass. It is easy to think, What's wrong with me? when the answer is that God may just have a...
Getting to Know You
This week, I would like to do something different. For the last few years, you all have gotten to know me a bit as I've shared some of my joys and struggles and what God is teaching me through both. Now I would appreciate getting to know my readers. This would help me...
#NewsNuggets: 1-19-18
A new video and more in this week’s News Nuggets!
Two Are Better Than One
"Two are better than one, Because they have a good reward for their labor.For if they fall, one will lift up his companion.But woe to him who is alone when he falls,For he has no one to help him up." ~Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 In the first line of these verses, I picture...
The Root of Bitterness
"Let all bitterness, wrath, anger, clamor, and evil speaking be put away from you, with all malice." ~Ephesians 4:31 "Pursue peace with all people, and holiness, without which no one will see the Lord: looking carefully lest anyone fall short of the grace of God; lest...
We Serve A Mighty God
"Go, inspect the city of Jerusalem. Walk around and count the many towers. Take note of the fortified walls, and tour all the citadels, that you may describe them to future generations. For that is what God is like. He is our God forever and ever, and he will be our...