Janene Dubbeld Participates In Gaither's Hometown Songwriting Intensive

Alexandria, IN (June 12, 2013) Accomplished songwriter, Janene Dubbeld, has a list of hits to her name including songs like “Inside The Gate”, “Nothing But Praise” and “I Didn't Buy It”.
Janene Dubbeld is a Songwriter and Mansion Recording Artist of The Mark Dubbeld Family who was blessed to spend the weekend at the Hometown Songwriting Intensive provided to Artist and Songwriters who are honing their craft.
Janene stated “It was a great time of learning and fellowship with other writers from across America.” As she continued she said "The time was informative and very inspiring. Working with songwriters from across different genres really helps you broaden the dimensionality of your writing ideas."
Mark Dubbeld echoed "The opportunity to attend the times of worship and concerts by Nicole Nordeman, Andrew Peterson, Buddy Greene, Dony and Reba McGuire and Bill & Gloria Gaither was awesome and a time of great blessing."
Hometown Songwriting Intensive is for those who are truly serious about the craft of songwriting, this year’s four-day Songwriting Intensive was held June 6-9, 2013. It was a great way to take your music and lyrics to the next level. The weekend is hosted by Gloria Gaither and focused on instruction from successful and experienced songwriters, and offered the priceless opportunity for critiquing and interacting with other songwriters.
You can learn more about Janene Dubbeld and the Mark Dubbeld Family by going to http://www.mjdubbeld.com or https://www.facebook.com/MarkDubbeldFamily .
You can E-mail her at mjdubbeld@msn.com .

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About The Mark Dubbeld Family
The Mark Dubbeld Family consists of Vincent 21 yrs, Leighton 19 yrs, Elena 15 yrs, Channing 11 yrs and Britton 8 yrs old. Each of them play an active role in the ministry -- Singing, playing the drums, bass and acoustic guitar.

Janene, loves to write for Jesus. Songs, devotionals, stories . . . you name it she loves to write it. She is also a gifted speaker. Her message focuses on healing hearts through compassionate speaking, restoring joy with her songs of faith, and exhorting Christians to live passionately for God. Of course, that's only a part time "job" -- she's a full time wife and mother.

Mark SINGS and loves it. He has been a gospel singer since the age of 15. Mark has been singing full time for more than 25 years in Churches, Crusades Conferences and even a recent ESPN National Classic Pro Fishing Tournament. Singing as a soloist, with his family, in gospel quartets, choirs, and working in worship and music. He loves his Lord, and loves his family.

THE NELONS HONORED WITH 2013 PEOPLE'S CHOICE SILVER TELLY AWARD

Video for "Excuse Me, Are You Jesus?" Written by Bill & Gloria Gaither and Larry Gatlin Honored for Excellence

The Nelons and Bill Gaither, co-writer of "Excuse Me, Are You Jesus," pose with their Silver Telly Awards, backstage during the Gaither Family Fest held in Gatlinburg, TN during Memorial Day weekend.


May 31, 2013 (Nashville, TN) - The Telly Awards has named The Nelons as a Silver Telly winner in the 34th Annual Telly Awards for the music video for "Excuse Me, Are You Jesus?" With nearly 12,000 entries from all 50 states and 5 continents, the project won the Silver Telly in the Internet/Online Video-Music Video category.

The true-to-life story, put to song by legendary Christian music icons Bill & Gloria Gaither and Country music superstar Larry Gatlin tells the story of a man who makes a startling revelation upon missing his home-bound flight. Point Light Pictures, LLC was brought to the task of making the story come to life.
"Point Light Pictures did an amazing job visually telling the story that Bill & Gloria Gaither and Larry Gatlin so eloquently put to music," stated Kelly Nelon Clark. "This award is an honor and we are grateful to those who voted for the video."

“It is always a joy to work with the Nelons and I’m grateful to be part of their journey, " said Bill Gaither "Co-writing the song ‘Excuse Me, Are You Jesus?’ with my wife, Gloria, and our dear friend Larry Gatlin, then co-producing the Nelons album on which the song was included, was an honor. I would still make music if there were no awards, but it is always a thrill to be a part of something that is recognized by the artistic community in this way.”

"The Nelons are just fantastic and the video is STELLAR," commented Larry Gatlin. "Add to that the honor of being asked to collaborate with two iconic writers like Bill & Gloria Gaither – especially Gloria – well, I am greatly blessed and highly favored! Congrats and thanks for allowing me to be a small part of this!"

The Telly Awards program was founded in 1979 and is the premier award honoring outstanding local, regional, and cable TV commercials and programs, the finest video and film productions, and online commercials, video and films. Winners represent the best work of the most respected advertising agencies, production companies, television stations, cable operators, and corporate video departments in the world.

For it's 34th season, The Telly Awards once again joined forces with YouTube to give the public the power to view and rate videos submitted as part of the People's Telly Awards. In addition to recognition from the Silver Telly Council, the judging panel that selects the Telly Awards winners, the Internet community helps decide the People's Telly Awards winners.

"The Telly Awards has a mission to honor the very best in film and video," said Linda Day, Executive Director of the Telly Awards. "The Nelons' accomplishment illustrates their creativity, skill, and dedication to their craft and serves as a testament to great film and video production."

A prestigious judging panel of over 500 accomplished industry professionals, each a past winner of a Silver Telly and a member of The Silver Telly Council, judged the competition, upholding the historical standard of excellence that Telly represents.

The Nelons have been recognized in the past for their innovative video accomplishments. In 1987, their concept video for "Famine In Their Land," was recognized with a New York Film Festival Bronze Award and won a DOVE award for Short Form Music Video of The Year.


CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE AWARD-WINNING VIDEO

ABOUT THE NELONS:
The Nelons are a second-generation, Gospel Music Group, founded by Hall of Fame vocalist Rex Nelon. Their iconic sound and style has garnered multiple Gospel Music Association DOVE Awards, GRAMMY Nominations, and many other honors. Their discography includes over seventy charting radio songs, many of those Top Ten hits. This family trio continues to be creative and innovative in their sound and production as their music reaches across spectrums and genres of styles, loved by generations of fans.

ABOUT POINT LIGHT PICTURES:
Point Light Pictures, LLC is an award-winning film production company located in Jacksonville, FL, specializing in powerful storytelling to connect audiences. More information on Point Light Pictures, LLC can be found online at www.pointlightpictures.com.

Connect with the Nelons and Point Light Pictures via Facebook: The Nelons (CLICK HERE) and Point Light Pictures (CLICK HERE).

The Nelons "Excuse Me, Are You Jesus?" Concept Music Video Nominated for People's Choice Telly Award

Nashville, TN (February 11, 2013) – The Nelons' concept music video of the song "Excuse Me, Are You Jesus?" has been nominated for the 34th Annual People's Choice Telly Awards, it was announced last week in New York, NY. The true-to-life story, put to song by legendary Christian music icons Bill & Gloria Gaither and Country music superstar Larry Gatlin tells the story of a man who makes a startling connection upon missing his home-bound flight. Point Light Pictures, LLC was brought to the task of making the story come to life. While the music video has been displayed at numerous events - live concerts, Gaither Homecoming Tour before thousands in attendance, Pastor David Jeremiah's "Turning Point" rally at Phillips Arena, and many churches - it has not been viewable on-line, until now. Until March 1, 2013, "Excuse Me, Are You Jesus?" has been unlocked as a selection of the 34th Annual Telly Awards People's Choice Awards on YouTube.
 
To view the video and vote, follow this direct link to the video – http://www.youtube.com/tellyawards?x=HzUNKrpSeoo (computer only, no mobile device) – and click the "thumbs up" at the bottom of the video.

VOTE HERE »» http://www.youtube.com/tellyawards?x=HzUNKrpSeoo

"We're excited about this opportunity for the Nelons' work to be promoted and recognized," states Don Schaffer, owner of Point Light Pictures, LLC. Kelly Nelon comments: "This song means so much to our family and the reaction we've seen from friends around the country has been exciting. We invite our friends to share this video with everyone they know and, of course, vote!" Bill Gaither states, "As a co-producer of this album and co-writer of this song I am thrilled to see it nominated for such a prestigious award as the People's Choice Telly Award. It's been a wonderful journey partnering with the Nelons on this recording."

For its 34th season, The Telly Awards once again joined forces with YouTube to give the public the power to view and rate videos submitted as part of the People’s Telly Awards. In addition to recognition from the Silver Telly Council, the judging panel that selects the Telly Awards winners, the Internet community helps decide the People’s Telly Awards winners. Online voting for the Peoples Choice Telly Awards is open until March 1, 2013. Only one entry per computer / IP address is allowed per day.

“The Telly Awards has a mission to honor the very best in film and video,” said Linda Day, Executive Director of the Telly Awards. “The Nelons' accomplishment illustrates their creativity, skill, and dedication to their craft and serves as a testament to great film and video production.”
This is not the first time The Nelons have been recognized for an innovative video. In 1987, their concept video for "Famine In Their Land," was recognized with a New York Film Festival Bronze Award and won a DOVE award for Short Form Music Video of The Year.

ABOUT THE NELONS: The Nelons are a second-generation, Gospel Music Group, founded by Hall of Fame vocalist Rex Nelon. Their iconic sound and style has garnered multiple Gospel Music Association DOVE Awards, GRAMMY Nominations, and many other honors. Their discography includes over seventy charting radio songs, many of those Top Ten hits. This family trio continues to be creative and innovative in their sound and production as their music reaches across spectrums and genres of styles, loved by generations of fans.

ABOUT POINT LIGHT PICTURES: Point Light Pictures, LLC is an award-winning film production company located in Jacksonville, FL, specializing in powerful storytelling to connect audiences. More information on Point Light Pictures, LLC can be found online at www.pointlightpictures.com.

Connect with the Nelons and Point Light Pictures via Facebook: The Nelons and Point Light Pictures.

A Busy Month For Karen Peck and New River

New River News Blast August 20, 2012

Hey Friends!

It has been a very busy month! We had the honor and privilege of performing one last time at the Georgia Mountain Center in our hometown of Gainesville, Ga. I can remember when it was built! We have been there many times over the years. Brenau College has purchased it and will use it for other purposes. So...no more concerts after this year! Thanks to all of you who came out to share this special time with us. You are true friends! Also, congrats to Stanley Pierce and the St. Jude's Hospital for the money that was raised.

The following Monday, after Gainesville, we flew to London, England for a couple of fun days. With very little sleep, we toured most of London. We were not able to go to the Olympics, but we saw a lot of athletes walking around. And yes...it was crowded! My favorite place was Westminster Abbey. It was so awesome standing in the same places where Kings and Queens and other important people had stood. At the end of the tour, we lit candles and prayed. It was a very special time.

After London, we flew to Sweden to perform during the weekend along with Wes Hampton, Charlotte Ritchie, Woody Wright, and the Taylors. Each concert was amazing! Even though we had an interpreter, it was awesome to experience how when the anointing of the Lord showed up, the language barriers fell to the ground. We literally had revival in Sweden! (It was a great trip, except for the part where the airlines lost Jeff's and my luggage on the flight home. However, we did get it the next day.)

Our hearts are saddened by the sudden passing of our good friend/songwriter, Stephen Hill. Stephen wrote "Why Can't All God's Children Get Along?" and several other hits in gospel music. He is seen in all of the Bill and Gloria Gaither Homecoming videos. He will be missed.

As always, we want to say a special 'thanks' to all of the DJ's for playing our music. "Good Things Are Happening" has debuted at #34 on the Southern Gospel Music charts! Congrats to writers, Sonya Isaacs and Wayne Haun. Also thanks to all of you for calling your local radio station and requesting it!!

A reminder, Abraham Production's Gatlinburg Gathering, Labor Day Weekend (August 30-September 2). Gatlinburg Civic Center, Gatlinburg, Tn. For ticket information: 1-888-238-6858 or www.abrahamproductions.net

Be sure to check our schedule. We would love to see you! Please continue to pray for us! God is faithful!

Love and prayers,
Karen

Mitchel Jon Interview With SGNScoops

!JEFF & SHERI EASTER INVITE YOU TO "PAINT YOUR TOWN PINK!" Tour Stop at Opry for Opry Goes Pink Highlights National Breast Cancer Month Awareness

JEFF & SHERI EASTER INVITE YOU TO
"PAINT YOUR TOWN PINK!"
Special Tour Highlights National Breast Cancer Month of October
Makes Stop at Grand Ole Opry for "Opry Goes Pink"
Nashville, TN - Grammy® Nominated, Award-Winning Jeff & Sheri Easter, favorites on the popular Gaither Homecoming Tour and Videos, are excited to announce the "PAINT YOUR TOWN PINK" tour for the month of October in celebration of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Concert-goers are invited to dress in pink - men and women - to show their support and local breast cancer charity groups will be invited to each date to bring community awareness to their local group.

This is a very special month for Sheri Easter - she is celebrating over 3 years FREE of breast cancer. Sheri says: "When you get the call, your world stops, and you know your life is changed. I am thankful that I had a wonderful support system of my family and all our wonderful throughout the country and the world. I thank God for his mercy - I am celebrating over 3 years of being free from breast cancer! Showing up to our "PAINT YOUR TOWN PINK" concerts is an opportunity to show your support for the loved ones and friends in your community that are going through cancer." Jeff adds "I'm even gonna wear pink! Real men can wear pink! "

The "PAINT YOUR TOWN PINK" tour makes a stop at the Grand Ole Opry for "Opry Goes Pink" on Saturday, October 22. Jeff & Sheri Easter will team with The Grand Ole Opry® and Women Rock For The Cure™ in the fight against breast cancer for it's third annual "Opry Goes Pink" show. Opry member Martina McBride will flip the switch on the Opry's barn backdrop turning it pink for the night. The special show will include performances by McBride, along with American Idols' Lauren Alaina, Edens Edge, Kellie Pickler, Ronnie Milsap, Jeff & Sheri Easter and others as well as activities recognizing breast cancer survivors. Sheri comments: "It's a special treat to be asked to help turn the Opry pink. Sheri Easter will sign her new book, Hear My Heart, in the Opry Gift Shop prior to the evening show. The book is a collection of writings through the years, including her bout with breast cancer. The book is available at online retailers, book stores and at www.JeffAndSheriEaster.com.

Connect with Jeff & Sheri through social media: Facebook - www.fb.com/JeffAndSheriEaster, Twitter - @JSEaster, @SheriEaster

ABOUT JEFF & SHERI EASTER:
Two-time GRAMMY®-nominated Jeff & Sheri Easter are Gospel music treasures, featured regularly on the Gaither HOMECOMING videos and international HOMECOMING tours in addition to their own heavy schedule of appearances. Jeff & Sheri are the recipients of six GMA DOVE Awards, 15 Singing News Fan Awards, three Society for the Preservation of Bluegrass Music Association Awards, two International Country Gospel Music Association honors, 16 Voice Awards, four Southern Gospel Music Fan Fair Awards, five SGN Scoops Diamond Awards, four Hearts Aflame Awards and three Cash Box Awards. Formed in 1988 following childhoods as part of their respective, nationally-known family groups—The Lewis Family and The Easter Brothers, the married couple is joined today on stage by their children—Madison and Morgan Easter—who round out the group. The group is known for such hits as “Roses Will Bloom Again,” “Praise His Name,” “Thread of Hope,” “Speak to the Mountain” and many others including “Born to Climb,” which garnered a 2010 DOVE Award. They were nominated for a 2011 GRAMMY® Award for their Expecting Good Things (Spring Hill Music) recording, which was recorded while Sheri endured a bout with Breast Cancer. She has been cancer free for over 3 years. Their latest recording Silver Anniversary (SpringHill) celebrates 25 years of marriage and music.

You don't want to miss this wonderful evening of fun, inspiration, and great singing!

TOUR DATES
10/07 - Chuckey, TN - Casi Full Gospel Church - 7:30 PM
10/08 - Roebuck, SC - Bethlehem Baptist Church - 6:00 PM
10/09 - Ypsilanti, MI - EMU Convocation Center - 3:00 PM
10/15 - Abbosttstown, PA - Calvary Christian Center - 7:00 PM
10/16 - Chocowinity, NC - Tarhill Variety Theater - 3:00 PM
10/21 - Myrtle Beach, SC - Myrtle Beach Convention Center - 7:00 PM
10/22 - Nashville, TN - Grand Ole Opry Bookstore - 5:30 PM
(Sheri will sign her book Hear My Heart prior to their Opry performance)
10/22 - Nashville, TN - Grand Ole Opry - 7:00 PM & 9:00 PM
10/23 - Pigeon Forge, TN - Dollywood Pines Theatre - Various Times
10/24 - Pigeon Forge, TN - Dollywood Pines Theatre - Various Times
10/28 - North Charleston, WV - North Charleston Apostolic Church - 7:00 PM
10/29 - Nashville, IN - Seasons Lodge - 7:00 PM
10/30 - Richmond, KY - Full Gospel Tabernacle - 6:00 PM

Rambo McGuire To Debut Grassroots Rambo On The Main Stage At TheNational Quartet Convention

Nashville, TN (September 7, 2011) – The incredible music of Dottie Rambo will be celebrated in a momentous and glorious way, next week, as her daughter Reba Rambo-McGuire (original member of The Rambos), along with husband Dony, daughter Destiny, son Israel, and father Buck Rambo (also founding member of The Rambos), sing and celebrate the release of Grassroots Rambos on the main stage of the National Quartet Convention.

The group, Rambo McGuire, will appear on Wednesday and Saturday evenings on the main concert stage in Freedom Hall at the Kentucky Expo Center in Louisville, KY. They will sing songs from the recording such as “I Won't Ask For More," "Too Much To Gain To Lose," and "Remind Me Dear Lord" and many more accompanied by a live band. They’ll be making additional appearances throughout the week, including the highly attended Bill Gaither’s Homecoming Sing-A-Long on Friday afternoon.

In addition to the live debut of the album, the radio single, “I Won’t Ask For More,” will debut on radio airwaves across the world on Wednesday, September 14th, 2011.

Reba Rambo-McGuire expresses, “Grassroots Rambos is an organic and authentic return and rebirth of Dottie Rambo music in its mountain music embryonic essence. It's a newborn ancient soul. To me, it’s the old and young man dancing in abandoned, effortless joy. It's Mom's profound revelation in a gingham dress. I find myself breathing free and soaring on mandolin and fiddle wings as we lift up our voices in harmonious and simple truth. It's something real in a synthetic world... I love it!

To learn more about the music and ministry of Rambo McGuire, visit RamboMcGuire.com. You can follow them on Twitter at twitter.com/RamboMcGuire and find them on Facebook at facebook.com/RamboMcGuire.

GRAMMY® Award Winner JASON CRABB Releases Live DVD/CD

New DVD and CD Releases Showcasing a Heartwarming Evening
As Acclaimed Vocalist Puts His Signature Twist on Classics

(Nashville, Tenn.) September 1, 2011 - For GRAMMY® Award winner and Christian music mainstay JASON CRABB, there is nothing like performing LIVE in front of an audience. On April 19th, 2011, his adrenaline was running high as he stepped onto the stage, following an introduction by friend, mentor and legend Bill Gaither, to record his first LIVE recording, The Song Lives On (Gaither Music Group), which is set to release on DVD and CD on October 18th.
Filmed at Nashville’s historic Loveless Café Barn, this all-new collection finds Jason, along with his stage band, putting his own twist to some of the most popular Gospel classics and church favorites of the past few decades. The rustic venue at the Loveless accentuated the rich emotion and soul of Crabb’s vocal talents as well as the intimate, down-home charm that has made this “boy next door” a 14-time GMA DOVE Award-winning, nationally acclaimed communicator.
Known for a uniquely commercial vocal style that blurs the lines between musical genres, Crabb, along with Gaither, collaborated to select songs for this recording that have now become classics—songs that Crabb grew up singing in his hometown church, tunes that remain fan favorites today and messages that Jason could bring to life with his unique flair that ranges from sheer, powerhouse force to “raw,” vulnerable interpretations.
“I wanted to record songs that have stood the test of time,” Crabb describes, “and as Bill Gaither suggested, ‘songs that have sound theology.’ Many of these songs I first heard in church while growing up in Kentucky. Some of them were sung as a congregation, and some were performed as what we called ‘specials’ at our country church.”
Some of those “specials” include hits such as “Who Am I,” “Beulah Land,” “God on the Mountain,” “Midnight Cry,” “I Saw the Light,” “Until Then” and “Why Me” among others (complete song listing below). The evening featured special performances by The Gaither Vocal Band, including a new rendition of “Please Forgive Me,” a Crabb Family hit penned by Crabb’s father, songwriter of the year Gerald Crabb. The song, which was recently re-recorded by Crabb’s longtime friend and inspiration Michael English with the Gaither Vocal Band, included a special reprise that brought Crabb and English together on stage.
Another highlight of the evening occurred when Gaither and Oak Ridge Boy William Lee Golden stepped onto the stage spontaneously to join Crabb singing his version of the Kris Kristofferson hit “Why Me.” Other standout moments included a cameo appearance by Sonya Isaacs Yeary and Becky Isaacs Bowman, who joined Jason for the classic “Who Am I” as well as a guest appearance by The Crabb Family, who joined their brother for the family tradition “Through the Fire.” Performers and studio vocalists Reggie and Ladye Love Smith and Angela Primm sang background vocals that evening. Jason’s band includes Lorie Sikes, Blaine Johnson and Michael Rowsey.
“This was a night I had looked forward to for so long,” Crabb describes with his usual “aww, shucks” grin. “To get to sing these classic songs and have my band do what we do live is something I’ve wanted to do for a while now. To look into the front row and see the faces of people I’ve looked up to for years was intimidating…what an honor! For several of them to join me on stage, well, that’s just beyond belief for this small-town boy…what a night! I’ll treasure it forever.”
The Song Lives On will also include a new version of Crabb’s GMA DOVE Award-winning Song of the Year for 2011 “Sometimes I Cry,” which Crabb recently re-recorded at the Billy Graham Library in NC, as part of the filming for the fall releases of the two new Gaither Homecoming videos—Tent Revival Homecoming and The Old Rugged Cross.
The Song Lives On DVD and CD, produced by Gaither, will be available in stores and online on October 18th. The projects will be featured on multiple tv networks as part of a direct campaign this fall and will be strategically positioned across retail and online accounts. Both releases are distributed exclusively by EMI CMG Distribution. For a SNEAK PREVIEW of the DVD, please visit http://youtu.be/NhmHabgfw_E.
In addition to his heavy touring schedule, Jason can be seen at various HOMECOMING arena concerts and video recordings. For further information, visit www.gaither.com or www.jasoncrabb.com.
ABOUT JASON CRABB
Jason Crabb is known as one of the most respected and diverse vocalists in Christian music. His soulful, heartfelt vocals have made him a critics’ pick and a fan favorite on stages ranging from “The Grand Ole Opry” and the Brooklyn Tabernacle to the Gaither Homecoming arena platforms. With a string of number one hits and chart-topping singles, a tour schedule of over 200 dates annually, ongoing tv appearances, a book on the shelves and a new recording hitting this fall, this vocal powerhouse’s talent is topped only by his genuine personality and concern for others.
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Contact:
Celeste Winstead
Spring Hill Music Group
CWinstead@SpringHillMusic.com
Aaron Crisler
The Judy Nelon Group
615-474-8673
Aaron@NelonPR.com
The Song Lives On, CD song listing:
1. On the Battlefield
2. Hymns Medley
3. I’d Rather Have Jesus
4. I’ll Take Jesus
5. Unclouded Day
6. Until Then
7. Jesus on the Mainline
8. Sweet Beulah Land
9. God on the Mountain
10. Through the Fire (featuring The Crabb Family)
11. Sometimes I Cry
12. When He Was on the Cross (I Was on His Mind)
13. Who Am I (featuring Jason Crabb, Sonya Isaacs Yeary and Becky Isaacs Bowman)
14. I Saw the Light
15. Why Me (featuring Jason Crabb, Bill Gaither and William Lee Golden)
16. Midnight Cry
17. Take My Hand, Precious Lord
18. I’ve Never Been This Homesick Before
The Song Lives On…Live!, DVD song listing:
1. On the Battlefield
2. Hymns Medley
3. I’d Rather Have Jesus
4. I’ll Take Jesus
5. Unclouded Day
6. Until Then
7. Jesus on the Mainline
8. Sweet Beulah Land
9. God on the Mountain
10. Through the Fire (featuring The Crabb Family)
11. Satisfied (featuring The Gaither Vocal Band)
12. Satisfied (Hallelujah I Have Found Him) (featuring The Gaither Vocal Band)
13. Please Forgive Me (featuring The Gaither Vocal Band, Jason Crabb)
14. Sometimes I Cry
15. When He Was on the Cross (I Was on His Mind)
16. Who Am I (featuring Jason Crabb, Sonya Isaacs Yeary and Becky Isaacs Bowman)
17. I Saw the Light
18. Why Me (featuring Jason Crabb, Bill Gaither and William Lee Golden)
19. Midnight Cry
20. Take My Hand, Precious Lord
21. I’ve Never Been This Homesick Before

Gaithers Film Homecoming Tent Revival Special at Billy Graham Library

"It's the perfect place for us," says Bill Gaither

CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 9, 2011 /Christian Newswire/ -- Southern gospel music legends Bill and Gloria Gaither, along with the "Homecoming" friends - more than 100 gospel artists - were in Charlotte last week to film the Gaither Homecoming Tent Revival special at the Billy Graham Library.
"It's a perfect place for us," said Bill Gaither about the Billy Graham Library.
The Gaither Homecoming Tent Revival special is reminiscent of early tent revival meetings, much like the "Canvas Cathedral" in Los Angeles where Billy Graham gained worldwide recognition in 1949. In fact, the Gaither event aimed to recreate the atmosphere of that historic crusade, with its large tent and standing-room only crowd.
Photo: The taping of the Gaither Homecoming Tent Revival special at the Billy Graham Library in Charlotte, N.C. High-resolution images and video b-roll are available upon request.
"A lot of our folks grew up singing in tent meetings," Gaither continued. "Going through the Library and seeing one of the exhibitions is that of the old tent in Los Angeles brought back those memories for us."
"Music has always been a very important part of the Billy Graham Crusades. In fact, the Vocal Band has sung at the last 10 or 12 Crusades, including the last one in New York City," said Gaither. "And, so to have an entire evening, singing songs about Jesus, singing songs about the cross, singing songs about invitation, I think is a great thing."
Before the event, private tours were given of the Billy Graham Library to the participating artists. The group was able to see depictions of various scenes from Billy and Ruth Graham's life, including a replica of the "Canvas Cathedral" from the 1949 Los Angeles Crusade.
Bill and Gloria Gaither were joined by legendary gospel music artists The Crabb Family, Michael English, David Phelps, Guy Penrod, Mark Lowry, The Gatlin Brothers, Buddy Greene, Larnelle Harris, The Nelons, The Martins, The Isaacs, longtime Billy Graham Crusade soloist George Beverly Shea and musical director Cliff Barrows, plus many more.
During the program, Bill Gaither presented 102-year-old George Beverly Shea with a commemorative copy of Billboard magazine, which has listed a Gaither Homecoming special with George Beverly Shea as #3 on its chart of best-selling music videos.

Visit www.gaither.com for more information about the Gaither Homecoming Tent Revival special, including the complete artist list. Future announcements about air dates and the availability for purchase will also be found on the website.

About the Gaithers
The Gaithers, who will celebrate 50 years of marriage next year, have been in the gospel music industry for more than 40 years. The couple spent the first several years of their married life juggling teaching jobs, writing, singing, recording and publishing. By 1967, they were making music full time.

By 1991, Bill had formed a group called the Gaither Vocal Band and had been performing with them for several years. He pulled together some of his gospel music heroes to record a song for what he thought would be their final album. What took place that day was very special, and it was captured on video. Thus, the "Homecoming" series was born.

Over the decades, the Gaithers have won top honors in gospel music, including more than two dozen Dove awards, several Grammy awards, and receiving the Gospel Music Association's "Songwriter of the Year" distinction multiple times.

Many of the songs sung in churches today were written by Bill and Gloria Gaither, including: Because He Lives, There's Just Something About That Name and He Touched Me. In fact, together, the Gaithers have penned hundreds of gospel songs still used in worship settings today.

About the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association
The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association proclaims the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ throughout the world by every effective means available. From its headquarters in Charlotte, N.C., the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association directs a wide range of domestic and international evangelism ministries, including: large-scale Festivals led by evangelists Franklin Graham and Will Graham; Dare to Be a Daniel, a youth evangelism training project; My Hope World Evangelism Through Television; the Billy Graham Rapid Response Team, offering the hope of Jesus Christ in the midst of tragedy; and many others. Visit www.billygraham.org. Get news updates on Twitter at Twitter.com/BGEAMediaPR

Premier Productions Ranks As Pollstars No. 3 Promoter in the World in First Quarter of 2011

HIGH POINT, N.C. – April 18, 2011 – Premier Productions posted its busiest 1st quarter in the history of the company. The company wrapped up its 16th successful Winter Jam Tour Spectacular in April with more than 500,000 participants over the course of three months and nearly 50 venues. The company also promoted 12 concerts for Hillsong United’s Aftermath tour, selling out 10 locations including the famed Los Angeles Staples Center – a first for any Christian event.



Hillsong Aftermath Tour
“It has been a whirlwind three months,” said co-owner Roy Morgan, “and it’s not slowing down. We are heading into another busy summertime season with Premier Festivals, as well as an additional 60-70 concert events in the Fall.”

The successful quarter also got a big boost from the first three dates of the ever-popular Gaither Homecoming Tour, not to mention several other concert events and artists.



Gaither Homecoming Tour
“We are honored and humbled to be a part of promoting these fantastic artists, who proclaim the name of Jesus and work for His honor and His glory,” said Gary Gentry, co-owner of Premier.


All of the events – exclusively Christian concerts and events – have catapulted Premier Productions to No. 3 in attendance in the world for all promoters, both secular and Christian included, according to POLLSTAR, which recently released its first quarterly figures for 2011. For more than 25 years, the Fresno-CA.-based POLLSTAR has provided the most reliable and accurate information on the music industry, including ticket sales, attendance records, trade news, and concert tour schedules.




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Premier has promoted and produced more than 2,200 events since its inception in 1996, reaching over 8 million people during that time.

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Bill & Gloria Gaither Tribute presented by The Nashville Choir

THE NASHVILLE CHOIR PRESENTS,
"A TRIBUTE TO THE SONGS OF BILL & GLORIA GAITHER,"
MAY 1 AT THE SCHERMERHORN SYMPHONY CENTER
IN NASHVILLE, TN
(Nashville, TN) April 12, 2011 - The Nashville Choir Presents "A Tribute to the Songs of Bill & Gloria Gaither" at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center on May 1, 2011 at 7:30PM.
This once-in-a-lifetime tribute to the Grammy and Dove Award Winning songs of Bill & Gloria Gaither will fill the hall of Nashville's magnificent Schermerhorn Symphony Center with the sounds of The Nashville Choir and Orchestra, along with performing artists, Amy Grant, Vince Gill, Michael W. Smith, Sandi Patty, Larnelle Harris, The Isaacs, Buddy Greene, Russ Taff, Gordon Mote, Gary McSpadden, Sheila Walsh, Steve Green and the Gaither Vocal Band.
"I was raised on the music of Bill & Gloria Gaither and over the years have been blessed to work with them. All of us at The Nashville Choir are honored to be able to present such a tribute to true Legends of Gospel Music," says John E. Coates, Founder and Director of The Nashville Choir. Dan Posthuma, who along with longtime Gaither associate Ronn Huff is producing the concert, adds: "The impact that Bill & Gloria's music has had on the church in our generation is astounding. We all look forward to an inspiring and emotional evening that pays tribute to these powerful songs!"
At the Gaither's request, the proceeds from the evening will benefit The Gospel Music Trust Fund and The Nashville Choir's work with the homeless, Hope For Nashville.
Tickets are on sale now through the Schermerhorn Symphony Center Box Office, 615-687-6400 or online at http://www.NashvilleSymphony.org.
ABOUT BILL & GLORIA GAITHER
"The Gaithers are to Christian music what The Beatles are to pop music," said Donna Hilley, when the American Society of Composers, Artists and Publishers (ASCAP) named them "Gospel Songwriters of the Century."
The Gaither's real-life lyrics were born out of their everyday lives as full-time schoolteachers. Bill and Gloria have partnered to write more than 700 songs, including "Because He Lives," "He Touched Me," "Let's Just Praise the Lord," "Something Beautiful" and "The King is Coming," to name just a few of the favorites. Bill and Gloria have performed in concert and shot videos around the world. Sharing their stage with countless up-and-coming artists, Bill and Gloria mentored performers such as Amy Grant, Michael W. Smith, Sandi Patty, and Stephen Curtis Chapman, influencing entire generations of artists.
ABOUT THE NASHVILLE CHOIR
The Nashville Choir was formed in 2005 out of a desire to bring Nashville's Christian community together through music. Under the direction of John E. Coates, The Nashville Choir is an organization of professional-level Christian singers united to show God's glory in the marketplace bringing all denominations and all peoples together to worship with one voice.
In its short history, The Nashville Choir has appeared at prestigious events in the city including: 3 Community Hymn Sings with the Nashville Symphony, the annual Tennessee Prayer Breakfast since 2007, and at the Inauguration of Governor Bill Haslam. The Nashville Choir recorded "Just As I Am" for the Billy Graham Library in Charlotte, NC, and most recently recorded the choral parts for Walt Disney's "World Of Color" in California. The Nashville Choir's heart is firmly planted in Nashville with benefits performed for the Salvation Army, the Rescue Mission, and Room In The Inn. For more information on The Nashville Choir, please visit www.thenashvillechoir.org