The Dixie Melody Boys were recently in Nashville finishing work on their 50th Anniversary album, "The Call Is Still The Same". The monumental project is a long time in the making. "It's been nearly ten years since we have done a project of this scale. It will be a milestone for the Dixie Melody Boys. "said Ed O'Neal, Hall Of Fame bass singer and owner. To honor the history of this legendary group, they have included two previous DMB songs on the album. The rest of the project includes new material written by Gospel musics top writers including Daryl Williams, Marty Funderburk, Greg Day and Rodney Griffen. The album also boasts two songs written by lead singer Donald Morris. The new album highlights the current groups new direction and sound. "We are excited to blend our traditional Southern Gospel roots with a fresh approach reminisant of the DMB Band era." stated Donald Morris.
The Dixie Melody Boys will be joined on this historic album by many former DMB Alumni as well as a few friends. "When we started working on this, so many of our friends wanted to be involved. It evolved from there into having them lend their talents on several of the songs. It will truly be a special event for us." said tenor Matt Felts. Jason Crabb, Ernie Haase, Ben Speer, McCray Dove, Rodney Griffen and Harold Reed are just a few of the guests appearing. This will be the debut album for the group since signing with Song Garden Music Group earlier this year. A release date of July 1st has been set. A "CD Release Event" will be announced soon. For more information on the new album or where you can purchase a copy of this years must have album, go to www.dixiemelodyboys.com or to www.songgardenmusicgroup.com .
Photo Above: Pictured-Steven Cooper, Matt Felts. Ed O'Neal, Devein McGlamery and Ken Humphrey
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