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News Nuggets: 8-28-26
New additions for Carolina and Salvation’s Song in this week’s Nuggets!
The Importance of Bible Reading AND Prayer
When considering if it is more important to pray or read the Bible, I would say they are equally important. Although most Christians seem to find one or the other difficult to do, both are vital to maintaining a close walk with God. We live in a fast-paced society...
Re-Issue Oddities: “Gold City Live” (1982)
When Benson Records decided to release two classic live albums on a single disc, they made some interesting editing choices to get them both to fit…then carried those edits over to other formats.
NewsNuggets: 6-12-26
Mercy’s Well teases new lead singer and MORE in NewsNuggets!
The Bishops – “Seems Like Only Yesterday” (1995)
While I absolutely love hymns, I am generally not a big fan of hymn recordings, but the Bishops put together an exceptional recording of hymns from the classic, “Red Back Hymnal”. Read all about it…
REVIEWS
The Inspirations – “Cry for the Children” (1993)
In 1993, the Inspirations released 2 new recordings, with “Cry For the Children” released before year’s end. Read all about it…
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.
The Inspirations – “Jesus is Coming For Me” (1992)
In 1992, the Inspirations released this recording. It’s an obscure recording during a very transitional time in the group, and one that is very hard to find. Nonetheless, it’s a unique piece of their dynamic history.
The Inspirations – “My Anchor Still Holds” / “The Country Needs the Cross” (1991)
The Inspirations did not release any new music in 1990, but in 1991, they released this highly popular recording, that was eventually picked up by Canaan Records and re-released with a new cover and title. Read all about it…
The Bishops – “More Than My Voice” (1993)
The Bishops’ 1993 release, “More Than My Voice” ranks as one of absolute favorite recordings by the Bishops. There is so much to love about this recording. Read all about it…
The Bishops – “No 2 Ways About It” (1992)
“No 2 Ways About It” was a cool recording by the Bishops…garnering 2 hit songs for the guys. Read all about it!
HISTORY
Music Biz Monday: New Recordings with Original Parts
What if you could take an old recording and make a new one?
#tbt Throwback Thursday: Gaither Vocal Band – “Testify”
A look back at a classic Gaither Vocal Band album
#NewsNuggets: 3-23-18
It’s a coffee world!
#NewsNuggets: 3-16-18
Temporary and eternal rewards highlight this edition of News Nuggets.
The Originals: He Touched Me
Hear the original recording of “He Touched Me.”
100-Year Traditions: Speer Family
100 years of Speers.
VIEWS AND COMMENTARY
#NewsNuggets EXTRA: 9-30-23
2023 Fan Awards spark controversy, but all is well.
That time when the LeFevres “pulled a Taylor Swift”
If you think Taylor Swift is the first artist to re-cut entire albums out of spite, think again…
The Convoluted Cathedral Quartet Catalog Condundrum
The Cathedral Quartet is among the most well-loved and respected gospel groups in history. There isn't a quartet singer today who isn't familiar with the rich history of the Cathedrals, and you would be hard pressed to find many fans who don't own at least SOMETHING...
SONY’S DEVOTIONS
So Much to Thank Him For
I saw a Facebook post asking people to share their favorite Thanksgiving song. The first song that popped into my mind was "So Much to Thank Him For" which the Spencers and others have recorded. This is a song I intentionally play this time of year and it's also a...
Are You Growing?
If you've ever commented to a child how much they have grown since you last saw them, you probably saw them beam. Every child wants to get bigger and stronger and, although they don't realize they are growing as they go through their days, they love the realization...
What Kind of a Mark are You Making?
I just want to make a markI just want to touch someone's heartIn this world, Lord Jesus, for YouMay I ever burn with Your fireNever let me lose the desire To make a mark on this world for You This song by the Hoppers was going through my head this morning when I woke...
Getting Past “Poor Me”
I cringe when I see people posting on social media or constantly talking about how lonely they are, how they are no use to anyone, how they don't have any friends, etc. No matter how much people try to convince them that they are wrong, they seem to want to wallow in...
Audio Review: The Booth Brothers – “Take Another Step”
Will a major lineup change affect a long time fan favorite?
NQC 2021: Tuesday
I took in the afternoon showcase as well as the evening concerts at NQC on Tuesday. After a sermon by James Merritt, the rest of the afternoon showcase featured the Southern Gospel Music Association's Hall of Fame inductions for 2021. The 2-hour showcase consists of...
For the Weary
"The words of Agur son of Jakeh. The oracle. The man declares, I am weary, O God; I am weary, O God, and worn out." ~Proverbs 30:1 What a year and a half it's been. It seems like every day I continue to hear about people who are sick or dying. I know many of you have...
#NewsNuggets: 8-13-21
NEWS OF THE WEEK Ricky Skaggs invited the Isaacs to join the Grand Ole Opry during their performance at the historic venue on Tuesday. The Isaacs performed an extended set celebrating the release of their new album The American Face. The Gospel Music Association...
According to Your Word
And Mary said, “Behold, I am the servant of the Lord; let it be to me according to your word.” And the angel departed from her. ~Luke 1:38 I confess that I do not like it when things don't go my way. I may not scream and throw things, but I struggle just the same. I...
A Famine of Knowledge
My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge. Because you have rejected knowledge, I also will reject you from being priest for Me. ~Hosea 4:6 "Behold, the days are coming," says the Lord God, "That I will send a famine on the land, Not a famine of bread, Nor a...
Praise God Even in Adversity
Nebuchadnezzar was a king that God used to punish the Israelites when they had turned their back on Him once again. Instead of acknowledging the God who had given him this position, the king boasted of his abilities until one day God had enough. This arrogant being...