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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 – “We Shall Rise” (1972)
This 1972 album introduced us to the booming bass voice of Mike Holcomb, who remained with the group for over 40 years! “We Shall Rise” features a lot of concert favorites for the Inspirations…check it out!
News Nuggets: 7-11-25
Two announcements from StowTown and MORE in NewsNuggets!
The Inspirations – “Old Time Singin'” (1972)
1972’s “Old Time Singin'” embodied all things “Inspirations”, and was a perfect sophomore recording for the Inspirations since signing with Canaan the previous year.
Judas vs. Peter
Then Judas, [Jesus'] betrayer, seeing that He had been condemned, was remorseful and brought back the thirty pieces of silver to the chief priests and elders, saying, “I have sinned by betraying innocent blood.” And they said, “What is that to us? You see to it!” Then...
REVIEWS
The Kingsmen – “24 Carat Gospel” (1975)
Check out this latest review of “24 Carat Gospel” by the Kingsmen, which featured one of their biggest songs, “I Can’t Even Walk (Without You Holding My Hand)”.
The Kingsmen – “Jubilation” (1975)
“Jubilation” ranks as one of my favorite studio albums from this era of the Kingsmen. Check out my review and let me know what you think…
The Kingsmen – “1686 Pounds of Gospel” (1974)
The Kingsmen were known as “The Ton of Fun” back in the day…and they highlight that fact with this 1974 release! Living in the shadow of “Big & Live”, this is a forgotten gem by the guys. Check it out…
The Kingsmen – “Big & Live” (1973)
This album was every bit BIG and every bit LIVE! It has been heralded as one of the greatest albums of our genre! Read all about it…the Kingsmen…BIG and LIVE!!!
The Inspirations – “The Next Step You Take” (1969)
This album marked the Inspirations’ venture into full-time ministry. Additionally, as they prepare to release their 2025 recording which boasts a similar cover as this 1969 release, check out how the original cover came to be!
Concert Report – Carolina Gold GospelFest
Diana Brantley reviews a concert event she attended last week.
HISTORY
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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...
NQC 2017: Thursday Evening
The GVB was impressive on Thursday night.
VIEWS AND COMMENTARY
Libbi Perry’s Fundraiser For SGMA
The Perrys will appear at NQC in these outfits if you give $$$ to the SGMA!
Streaming, Vinyl growing; CD’s dying (or are they…?)
A recent article in Rolling Stone postulates that vinyl records are on track to outsell compact discs for the first time in over 30 years. They cite as evidence the Recording Industry Association of America's 2019 mid-year report, which indicates CD sales have...
Diana’s YouTube Stats 2019
Another year has passed since I performed this analysis. Although I don't think I went to as many concerts or posted as many new vidoes as last year, it's interesting to see what people chose to watch. This first group is for the total number of views since the...
SONY’S DEVOTIONS
Show Me Your Faith By Your Works
Many are the sermons I have heard throughout my life as to how we are not saved by works. Very rarely do I hear a sermon on the importance of works. Every Sunday school child memorizes Ephesians 2:8-9: "For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of...
Why Are You Here?
I shamefully admit that I get way too discouraged sometimes. I'm 44, not married, I don't have a lot of strength and stamina which leads to my letting people down who lean on me. Then there are relational stresses, getting behind in work, etc. When I dwell on these...
SGMA Benefit Concert (Cumming, GA)
I was able to attend an SGMA benefit concert held at the North Lanier Baptist Church in Cumming, Georgia on Thursday night. Travis Bridgeman is the pastor of a smaller baptist church in the city and he spearheads this event. He got quite a number of sponsors and...
End-of-April Reflections
I'm a bit down today. I am very blessed, and God has been so good to me, yet there are still days in which I think back over my life and wonder what, if anything, I have achieved. There are also things I would not have written into my life's script and, yet, I know...
How Deep the Father’s Love
How deep the Father's love for us How vast beyond all measure That He should give His only Son To make a wretch His treasure On this day when we celebrate the Resurrection, I am still praying, "Lord, remind me of the Cross. Remind me how deep Your love is for me and...
Lessons from Haman
As a child, the story of Esther was one of my favorites in the Bible. What girl wouldn't like the story of a common Jew who quickly gets promoted to queenhood, winning the favor of prominent people? One of the best parts of the story, though, features Haman. I love...
CD Review: “They Don’t Know” – The Kingsmen
Is this a suitable follow-up to their landmark “Battle Cry” album?
Willing to Be Used by God
I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength But sometimes I wonder what He can do through me These words penned by Steven Curtis Chapman echo my sentiment most of the time. I can relate to Gideon who referred to himself as "the least in my father's house"...
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...