The Browders Sign Booking Agreement With Beckie Simmons Agency

Nashville, Tenn (May 5, 2015) It was announced talented family group, The Browders have reached a booking agreement with BSA/Beckie Simmons Agency of Nashville, TN, effective immediately. The Browders consist of Patriarch, Tommy Browder, son and daughter-in-law Matthew and Sonya Browder, and son David Browder.

Known as a group who is ministry minded, yet has a history of multiple number one hits from their albums, this groups talents lie not only in their performance abilities, but also as phenomenal songwriters.

Concerning this new agreement, Sonya Browder commented, "Over the years in our ministry, the Lord has always provided the right people at the right time to meet the current need. Our schedule has increased to the point that we need someone to partner with us to lighten the load while moving forward to what God has for us. That person is Beckie Simmons."

Beckie Simmons adds, "The first time I heard The Browders perform live I was blown away. The energy and talent that this group possesses is phenomenal. They have a passion for the music, their craft, the people they sing to, and most importantly God. I am thrilled to be working with The Browders to help more people hear their message in song.”
If you would like to interview the Browders contact AG Publicity at info@agpublicity.com .
You can find out more about the Browders by going to http://www.thebrowders.com or https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Browders-Friends .

To learn more about The Browders go to http://thebrowders.com/ or on FaceBook at https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Browders/ .

Contact the Browders by E-mailing sonya@thebrowders.com or Twitter at https://twitter.com/browdersmusic .

To book The Browders contact Beckie Simmons Agency at http://www.bsaworld.com or call 615-595-7500 .


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About The Browders
From their beginning traveling together as a family in a Dodge Omni car, to a successful music ministry with national hits, The Browders of Hiltons, Virginia are one of the most exciting groups to step on stage in many years. This family group consists of Tommy Browder, his sons, Matthew and David, and Matthew’s wife, Sonya. They travel year round, keeping a full concert schedule as well as holding revivals across the country. One of their most captivating qualities is that The Browders play much of their music live with Tommy on acoustic lead, David on bass, Matthew on rhythm guitar and Sonya on piano. They also write most of their own music.

In recent years, they have been steadily expanding and improving their ministry for the glory of God. The were voted "Breakthrough Artist of the Year” in the prestigious 2013 AGM Awards. They have enjoyed Singing News #1 song charting success with original songs like "Praise You In This Valley,” "Message Of The Cross," and "Land Of No Goodbyes." . With the release of their highly-anticipated, "The Message” recording came a milestone—their first #1 radio singles. They are currently performing songs from that recording as well as their hits and most-requested songs. Their current new release 'Time Machine' already has a number one song on the AGM Charts in "He's Alive”.

Though things change throughout the years, their mission has remained the same—to bring hope to a lost and dying world and to encourage and challenge believers. They’re real and they’re anointed. We hope that in the near future you are able to attend or host a Browders’ concert to experience how God is working through this team.

Jeff Stice Performs For The Blackwoods Morning Variety Show

Pigeon Forge, TN (October 13, 2014) Performing to a large crowd at the Blackwoods Morning Variety Show in the Smoky Mountain Opry in Pigeon Forge, TN, the award winning Gospel solo artist, Jeff Stice, mesmerized the audience with his entertaining, yet uplifting artistry.

The Blackwoods Morning Variety Show is no doubt the most entertaining program with a spiritual emphasis in all of Pigeon Forge, making Jeff Stice a natural fit. With the National Quartet Convention in town, the show was able to draw a nice number of fans from that venue.

The theater is tailor made for the Blackwood Show including lots of video to enhance the program. No video was needed when Jeff hit the stage. First he dazzled the crowd with his distinguished piano stylings on such songs as “It Is No Secret”, “The Impossible Dream” and “Crying In The Chapel”, then he had the crowd on their feet as he played “A Tribute To The US Military”.

Jeff Stice said “I'm just getting into this solo ministry and I am so thankful to my old friends RW and Donna Blackwood for giving me a chance to spread my wings and fly a little more.” Jeff continued “And what a special honor it was to be a part of their celebration of 80 years of ministry started by the Blackwood Brothers and now carried on by RW and Donna and all the Blackwood Singers.”

Jeff's first solo project 'Fingerprints' received a glowing review from Gospel music veteran Dusty Wells in this months http://absolutelygospel.com magazine.

You can learn more about Jeff Stice at http://www.jeffsticemusic.com or https://www.facebook.com/jeffsticemusic . He can be Twittered at https://twitter.com/JeffsBleedinBlu .

To book Jeff contact Beckie at the Beckie Simmons Agency beckie@bsaworld.com or call 615-595-7500.

Three Bridges Sing At Business Convention In Canada

Nashville, TN (October 3, 2014) Three Bridges was recently invited to sing at a large business convention being held in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Even though it was a business convention the group sang their Gospel music and it touched many that attended. 

There were over a thousand in attendance and approximately 400 received Christ through the message in song. 

Elliott McCoy stated “We had a great weekend at a business convention in Canada. Several hundred prayed to receive Jesus Christ! God shows up wherever you make yourself available to minister. This was a very successful trip for the Kingdom of the Lord. ”

Three Bridges has been busier than ever in recent weeks. They traveled to Texas recently to the Daystar Network to tape a program set for future airing. It was taped for the Gospel Music Showcase. The group also just departed recently to begin a west coast tour. The states they will be singing include Iowa, Nebraska, North Dakota, Montana, Washington, Oregon, Nevada and California. 

The group recently conducted a video interview with CEO of AbsolutelyGospel.com to talk about their latest project and their west coast tour. 

Three Bridges is proud to present their latest album entitled, “Jesus Saves”. This is Three Bridges' 4th project with The Mansion Records and is being distributed by Sony Music Entertainment's RED - An Artist Development Company - scheduled to be released late summer 2014. Pre-Order your copy of “Jesus Saves” today!

To learn more about Three Bridges go to http://threebridgesgospel.com or https://www.facebook.com/3BridgesMusic . Find them on Twitter at https://twitter.com/3BridgesMusic .

To book Three Bridges for your church, concert or event contact the Beckie Simmons Agency at http://www.bsaworld.com or E-mail at beckie@bsaworld.com . You can call BSA at 615-595-7500 .

Jeff Stice Signs Agreement With AG Publicity

Nashville, TN Phenomenal keyboard artist Jeff Stice has launched his solo career and is making great strides in becoming the premier instrumentalist in Gospel music. Having played with such groups as the Nelons, Triumphant Quartet, the Kingdom Heirs and Perfect Heart the name “Jeff Stice” already brings respect and attention.

Deon Unthank, President of AG Publicity said “I have known Jeff personally for a lot of years and he has proven himself to not only be an outstanding musician, but absolutely one of the nicest guys in the whole music industry. We are proud to add Jeff to the other great artists represented by AG Publicity.”

Also commenting, Jeff stated “One of the first things I knew that I would need when I started on my own was someone who was already good at putting out publicity. I wanted the best, so I immediately went to the Unthanks with AG Publicity.”

Jeff appeared at the 2014 Absolutely Gospel Music Fan Festival and received a warm welcome with several standing ovations from the crowd. He has already been busy booking other events including Christmas gatherings as well as other special occasions. Jeff has the ability to tailor his artistry to meet any occasion in a Church or other venue.

Producing projects in the studio is another talent that Jeff Stice has been utilizing before and since entering into a solo ministry. He recently won an AGM Ovation Award for producing Triumphant Quartet’s last project ‘Awesome God’.

Besides publicity, Jeff also needed a booking agent and found another old friend in Beckie Simmons Bates of the Beckie Simmons Agency. BSA is now booking Jeff at churches, concerts, fairs and any other event where great piano music and ministry is wanted.

You can learn more about Jeff Stice at http://www.jeffsticemusic.com orhttps://www.facebook.com/jeffsticemusic . He can be Twittered at https://twitter.com/JeffsBleedinBlu .

To book Jeff contact Beckie at the Beckie Simmons Agency beckie@bsaworld.com or call615-595-7500.

Announcing "VOICE OF HOPE CHRISTMAS TOUR" sponsored by COMPASSION INTERNATIONAL

Nashville, TN (November 25, 2013) The Beckie Simmons Agency is thrilled to announce the Voice Of Hope Christmas Tour featuring Gold City, the Bowling Family, Steve Ladd, and Donna King.

The tour will be sponsored by Compassion International and will make stops in West Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Ohio, and Indiana/Kentucky during the month of December. The featured artists, Gold City, the Bowling Family, Steve Ladd, and Donna King, will be celebrating the HOPE of Christmas through their music and sharing incredibly memorable evenings with concert attendees.

Gold City's Daniel Riley expresses, "Christmas truly is the season for giving, and it all started when God gave us the gift of salvation through His Son, as a baby born in a manger. I look at my beautiful family, my wife and two daughters, and think how incredibly blessed I am. I am excited to be embarking on a tour that will allow us all to celebrate Christmas, count our blessings, and, also, provide meaningful support to precious children, who so desperately need it, through the powerful ministry of Compassion International. This really is the season of compassion. When Jesus Christ came to earth--it was with the compassion of a pure and holy God for his children. We hope to share in the joy of that HOPE with you on the Voice Of Hope tour this December."

Zane King, of Compassion shares, "We are blessed to have such wonderful artists headed out to share the JOY of Christmas and to be a voice for the least of these, those in extreme poverty around the world. This concert tour promises to be uplifting, encouraging, and full of GREAT music! I truly believe it will also make a life changing difference for attendees and for children around the world."

"To sing about our Savior is ALWAYS an extreme honor. To share an opportunity to change a life through Compassion makes it even better," expresses Mike Bowling of the Bowling Family, "We are going to have a GREAT TIME together on this tour. Please join us at one of the Voice Of Hope concert dates around the country this December!"

And solo artist Steve Ladd puts it like this; "I'm so excited to be a part of the Voice Of Hope Tour! The Christmas season is a time of Compassion. Celebrating the compassion God had for us by sending his Son to this world is a JOY! What better way to celebrate that than have a powerful night of music all centered around our Savior, and, even more, to offer HOPE to children around the world."

To find out more about the tour and to get specific information about dates and locations, visit, http://upto.com/s/h9yO.

You can learn more about Compassion at www.compassion.com.

And to find out additional information you can visit the Beckie Simmons Agency at www.bsaworld.com.

FREEDOM QUARTET SIGNED BY THE BECKIE SIMMONS AGENCY

Nashville, TN: It was announced today that Freedom Quartet has reached a booking agreement with BSA/Beckie Simmons Agency of Nashville, TN, effective immediately. Freedom Quartet consists of John Rulapaugh, tenor, Dale Shipley, lead, Preston Garner, baritone and Burman Porter, bass.

Concerning this new agreement, manager John Rulapaugh states, “From my earliest days on the road with the original Dove Brothers and later with Palmetto State Quartet, I have enjoyed a wonderful friendship and working relationship with Beckie and all the BSA family. With the transition of taking Freedom from a Trio to a Quartet, plus adding my dear friend Burman Porter, it makes this decision feel all the more like moving back home!” The new Freedom Quartet website is www.FreedomQuartet.com

Beckie Simmons adds, “BSA welcomes Freedom Quartet to our family of artists. Since John and Burman have already been part of our BSA family, it feels like they are indeed coming back home! These guys have many years of experience collectively, allowing them to produce a great experience of Quartet music. Our BSA staff looks forward to working with them and being a part of their bright future!”

For booking information contact BSA/Beckie Simmons Agency 615.595.7500 or visit www.bsaworld.com.

Gold City News

From Gold City Newsletter August 1, 2012:

WEEKEND REWIND

Gold City has been all over the map this weekend. We had a blast in Barnesville, GA last Friday night with our friends, The Old Paths. Then we headed over to Lawrenceburg, TN for the annual James D. Vaughn Southern Gospel Music Festival. We were joined by our friends, The Kingsmen and the Mark Trammell Quartet, for a great night in the birthplace of southern gospel music. Sunday, the friendly folks at Berea, KY made us feel so welcome. And then Monday, we made our way to the Auglaize County Fairgrounds. Yes, we said fairgrounds, so you know what that means. The corn dog and funnel cake count decreased considerably after our bus pulled into the parking lot. Great times with great people like you are what make the many miles Gold City travels worth the sacrifice of leaving our families each week. Thanks for making our journey a sweeter one.

VOTE! VOTE! VOTE!

The NQC Awards final ballot has been distributed to everyone who is on the email list of the National Quartet Convention. If you received an email to a link for the final voting, please go vote and make Gold City’s legendary singer, Tim Riley, your pick for favorite bass. We may be a tad bit prejudiced, but we think he’s the best there is, and we know you love him, too. So cast your vote today. The deadline of August 1st is fast approaching. Let’s make Tim Riley the winner!
PICK OUR SET LIST

The suggestions continue to pour into our office with your favorite Gold City songs. As mentioned in last week’s e-newsletter, we are opening up our Wednesday slot on the National Quartet Convention to our fans to decide what songs we will be singing that night. Wednesday, September 12, is All-Quartet Night at NQC, and so we thought it would be fun to have you all send in what songs you want to hear that night. So, email your three favorite Gold City song titles towww.goldcitynqcsongs@gmail.com. We are excited to see what we will be performing that evening. Voting ends August 31st, so get your suggestions in before then.

A LITTLE EXTRA

Also during NQC week, the Beckie Simmons Agency will be hosting a special presentation to honor Gold City for their four decades of number one hit songs. You’ll be hearing more about this in the weeks to come, but we are so excited we wanted to share the initial news with you this week.

SINGLE NEWS

The reports continue to indicate that Lord of Life is a new fan favorite among radio listeners across the nation. Thank you all for continuing to call your local stations and request this song. We are excited that the message that Jesus is alive still stirs hearts today!

DON'T FORGET

We are cruising! In August, we're sailing on the Branson Belle and then in January it's a cruise to Jamaica!! Visit our website for all the details.

SPEAKING OF WEBSITE

We are making major changes in our website, so be sure to visit often to see what new and exciting things we have happening.

DANNY’S FAVORITE QUOTE OF THE WEEK

"A man ought to live so that everybody knows he is a Christian... and most of all, his family ought to know." - Dwight L. Moody

AS ALWAYS

Thanks for your continued support and prayers for Gold City. We look forward to singing for you in person soon. Check out our schedule below, on our website atwww.goldcityqt.com or our booking agency at www.bsaworld.com, where you can also find information on how to schedule your own Gold City concert in the future.


Upcoming Shows/Events:

Date: Location: Venue: Ticket Price:
Aug 03, 2012 Joplin, MO Joplin Family Worship
Aug 04, 2012 Gainesville, GA GA Mountain Center
Aug 05, 2012 Greenville, KY Carter Creek Baptist
Aug 10, 2012 Dayton, OH First Baptist Kettering
Aug 12, 2012 Gaylesville, AL Chesterfield Baptist

From Gold City Quartet

THE DIPLOMATS REACH A BOOKING AGREEMENT WITH THE BECKIE SIMMONS AGENCY

THE DIPLOMATS REACH A BOOKING AGREEMENT WITH THE BECKIE SIMMONS AGENCY


The Diplomats are pleased to announce they have reached a scheduling agreement with The BSA/Beckie Simmons Agency. Though not a new group by any means, The Diplomats, have enjoyed their greatest success during the last five years. They have been selected by Singing Magazine subscribers as a Top Ten "Favorite Mixed Group" for the past three consecutive years!

The Diplomats travel with a complete "live band" and convey a energetic, driving musical style. The Carrollton, Georgia Family group is fast becoming a favorite at concerts nationwide. Beckie Simmons adds
"It is my experience that audiences love a family group that have all the components for the stage: family members, live band members and a crowd pleasing sound filled with excitement! The Diplomats have all this and more! We are looking forward to seeing what the future holds for this group!"

For booking information call BSA/Beckie Simmons Agency 615-595-7500 or visit www.bsaworld.com.

THE NELONS AND BECKIE SIMMONS AGENCY ANNOUNCE BOOKING AGREEMENT

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – February 15, 2011 – The Beckie Simmons Agency announces the signing of The Nelons to an exclusive booking agreement.
Beckie Simmons says, "The rich gospel music heritage The Nelons represent is an excellent addition to our roster of quality artists. We are thrilled to be working with Jason, Kelly and Amber."
Kelly Nelon says "I've always admired Beckie's leadership in gospel music and we are excited to work with BSA. The musical heritage of my father, Rex Nelon, continues to impact the music industry today and we are so honored to add the third generation of Nelons with daughters Amber and Autumn."
Beckie Simmons Agency will assume the responsibility of managing an already heavy touring schedule for The Nelons consisting of more than 150 concerts each year.

About The Nelons
The Nelons carry on a family tradition of gospel music spanning over three decades began by Rex Nelon. The Nelons have garnered three GRAMMY® nominations, six GMA Dove Awards, numerous Singing News Fan Awards, Short Form Music Video of the Year Award and the New York Film Festival Award for their concept video Famine In The Land. They are featured regularly on the Gaither Homecoming Videos and tours in addition to their own heavy schedule of appearances.
For further information, visit www.theNelons.com and www.BSAWorld.com.

Pictured Above: The Nelons: Jason Clark, Kelly Nelon, Amber Thompson with Judy Nelon (The Judy Nelon Group),
Beckie Simmons (Beckie Simmons Agency), and Glen Bates

LeFevre Quartet Reclaims Name, Signs with Beckie Simmons Agency

There is much to be said about the heritage of a name. When thinking of Southern Gospel Music, some of the first family names that come to mind are The Speer Family, The Goodmans, The Nelons and The LeFevres, all legendary in our Industry.
Mike LeFevre, nephew of Eva Mae LeFevre, has been involved in Southern Gospel Music since his days with the legendary Gold City. In 2005, Mike LeFevre, along with five other incredibly talented young men, brought forth a new quartet sound called The LeFevre Quaret. Just one year after forming The LeFevre Quartet, fans voted them the 2006 Horizon Group of the Year at the Singing News Fan Awards. In 2007, they were voted “Breakthrough Artist Of The Year” at the SGN Awards. Their hit song, “Big Mighty God” was nominated for Southern Gospel Song of The Year at the 2009 Dove Awards.
The question has been asked, “So why would a group who has had such an impact on the Gospel Music scene with such wide acceptance change their name?” The answer: With the passing of Eva Mae LeFevre, members of the LeFevre family expressed their desire to retire their legendary name in Gospel Music, so The LeFevre Quartet quietly became Priority.
Since signing with BSA, Beckie Simmons, along with encouragement from their peers, began the process of reconsidering going back to their original family name. Maurice LeFevre addresses the issue with his statement, “I didn’t realize until Mom’s passing last May how quickly new generations forget, as some of my own children came to me and said they had no idea that their grandparents had accomplished so much in life. Mylon and I are absolutely and completely supportive of Mike and his group and the work they are doing for our Lord and Savior. Our initial reservations concerned quality; however, after hearing the group we could not be more in tune. What a great sound!” Thus, the decision was confirmed to continue the legacy of the Le Fevre name. Priority is now being retired and The LeFevre Quartet reborn.
BSA/Beckie Simmons Agency has entered into an exclusive booking agreement with The LeFevre Quartet. Beckie Simmons adds, “We are excited about adding The LeFevre Quartet to the BSA family! The sound of this group is superb plus having a live band represents some of the best in Southern Gospel Music. I am so happy to be part of their future and keeping the LeFevre heritage alive.”
The Beckie Simmons Agency exclusively handles LeFevre Quartet’s appearance dates. For more information on scheduling The LeFevre Quartet please contact BSA at 615.595.7500 or http://www.bsaworld.com/. For more information on LeFevre please visist http://www.thelefevrequartet.com/.