THE LATEST
Calling the Talented
If you are not familiar with the Parable of the Talents, read Matthew 25:14-30 in your Bible and then come back to this. For those who know the story, let's continue. If you've heard a pastor preach on this passage, the emphasis has no doubt been on the unfaithful...
NewsNuggets: 4-4-25
Nelons honored and MORE in NewsNuggets!
The Talleys – “United” (1986)
This 1986 album by the Talleys was arguably one of their greatest and featured one of their best loved hits, “Triumphantly, the Church Will Rise”, as well as several concert favorites. Check it out and soak it all in!
NewsNugglets Special Edition: 4-1-25
Yeah, we have more NewsNunchucks.
NewsNuggets: 3-28-25
School to close doors and MORE in today’s NewsNuggets.
REVIEWS
The Rex Nelon Singers – “Feelings” (1979)
In 1979, the Rex Nelon Singers released this groundbreaking and career album. It was a defining album for the group and for Southern Gospel Music. Check out this review and let me know what you think!
The Rex Nelon Singers – “Live” (1978)
In 1978, the Rex Nelon Singers released a wonderful live album that could have been called, “The Greatest Hits of the LeFevres…Live!”. Check out this review of this gem of a live recording!
The Rex Nelon Singers – “The Sun’s Coming Up” (1977)
1977 was the dawn of a new beginning for Rex Nelon and the Rex Nelon Singers. This album was the start of something marvelous and the impact to this industry is still felt today! If you’re unfamiliar with the beginnings of the Nelons…you need to check this out!
The Downings – “Birthplace” (1977)
1977 brought us the final album by the Downings, which was basically a “full on” contemporary album that was way ahead of its time for Southern Gospel Music! Check it out…
The Kingsmen – “Singin’ in the Sun…Live” (1992)
As the golden age of live albums were coming to an end, the Kingsmen recorded one last great live album, “Singin’ in the Sun”. A little different from their previous live albums, it was a great and exuded all things “Kingsmen”! Read all about it…
The Kingsmen – “Wish You Were Here” (1991)
One of the best loved recordings in the Kingsmen’s repertoire is this gem from 1991, featuring the title song, “Wish You Were Here”, which became Tim Surrett’s signature song and one of the Kingsmen’s greatest hits. Check it out…
HISTORY
No Results Found
The page you requested could not be found. Try refining your search, or use the navigation above to locate the post.
The Originals: I’ll Fly Away
Each article in The Originals series highlights the first recorded version of a popular Southern Gospel song. "I'll Fly Away" was written by Albert E. Brumley in 1929 while picking cotton. The song was inspired by a song titled "If I Had The Wings Of An Angel." When...
The Originals: One Day At A Time
Each article in The Originals series highlights the first recorded version of a popular Southern Gospel song. Before I get to today's song, I need your help! Chasing down the very first recording of a song is not always easy. Then, even if I am able to track down who...
VIEWS AND COMMENTARY
Third-Party Record Labels
Is there a record company willing to take on the massive SG history of albums?
The Digital Purchaser’s Guide to Choral Music
See how choral companies are stacking up for digital shoppers.
Lake Gibson Concert Series
Free concerts streaming online through March!
SONY’S DEVOTIONS
No Results Found
The page you requested could not be found. Try refining your search, or use the navigation above to locate the post.
Where Is Your Trust?
"And Asa in the thirty and ninth year of his reign was diseased in his feet, until his disease was exceeding great: yet in his disease he sought not to the LORD, but to the physicians" (2 Chronicles 16:12). A few weeks ago, I reconnected with a friend whom I hadn't...
Don’t Stop the Lyrics
My dad and I attended a small music festival last evening. The opening act was the worship team for a local church. The lead singer had a good testimony, and the songs were all focused on the Lord. Next up was an African children's choir. They were lively and radiated...
Do You Know Jesus?
When asked the title question, I'm guessing everyone reading this would say, "Sure I do." You may go on to explain how you attend church regularly, sing in the choir, read the Bible, pray, etc. But that's not the question. Do you really know Jesus? Do you know who He...