The Isaacs Appear At The Grand Ole Opry

Nashville, TN (July 8, 2013) Multi-award winning Gospel/Bluegrass/Country artists The Isaacs gave a spectacular performance at Nashville's Grand Ole Opry last Friday evening, July 5th. This group is so talented that it is hard to find a category to place them in, but they are right at home on the Opry and the fans loved them.
The Isaacs performed on two shows of this star studded night that included artists Carrie Underwood and The Band Perry as well as the great Opry regulars.
Lily Isaacs stated “The people at the Opry always make us feel so comfortable. General Manager of the Opry, Pete Fisher, never fails to make this a pleasant experience, and the performers are the greatest musicians in the world.”
Performing two sets at 7:00PM and 9:30PM with hosts Bill Anderson and Mike Snyder, The Isaacs sang a couple of songs that set the crowd on fire. Singing songs from their soon to be released album 'The Living Years', those in attendance were awed by their rendition of the Dottie Rambo classic “If That Isn't Love”, and there was plenty of hand-clapping when they started singing “Walk On” penned by Sonya Isaacs Yeary, Becky Isaacs Bowman, and Ronnie Bowman (coincidentally not related to Becky).
Ben Isaacs said “Being at the Opry is always a fun filled night, but this time we had Becky's husband John Bowman and my Gaither Homecoming buddy Kevin Williams playing with us. It was a great night. All of the kids were excited when they got their pictures taken with Carrie Underwood and The Band Perry.”
The Isaacs are known for their close family harmony and their extraordinary abilities to play all those instruments delight crowds everywhere they go. Their great music and pleasant personalities keep bringing fans back to their concerts.
You can find out more about the Isaacs at www.theisaacs.com or www.facebook.com/TheIsaacs .
To contact the Isaacs E-mail them at info@theisaacs.com
To book the Isaacs contact info@harperagency.com

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About The Isaacs
The Isaacs, a multi-award winning family group who began singing 30 years ago, are based out of Nashville, TN . The vocalists are Lily Isaacs, Ben Isaacs, Sonya Isaacs Yeary and Rebecca Isaacs Bowman. Playing their own acoustic instruments and joined by other band members, The Isaacs have a unique style that blends tight, family harmony with contemporary acoustic instrumentation that appeals to a variety of audiences. Their musical influences emerge from all genres of music including bluegrass, rhythm and blues, folk, and country, contemporary acoustic and southern gospel. They perform frequently at the Grand Ole Opry, are active members on the Gaither Homecoming Videos and Concert Series and travel throughout the year performing internationally. Concert venues include civic centers, auditoriums, arenas, fair grounds, parks, churches and other locations. They have performed the National Anthem for many sporting events, including a Cincinnati Bengal's football game, several Nashville Predators Hockey games, an Astros/ Braves pre-season baseball game as well as various political gatherings. They also received a standing ovation for their patriotic performance at Carnegie Hall.

Rene' Jones Performs At MCCF Benefit Concert

Nashville, TN (February 26, 2013) Rene' Jones was among the Featured Performers at a fundraiser for the Music City Christian Fellowship. For the past 33 years, MCCF has sponsored a gospel program called Sunday Mornin’ Country which is held on the last day of the CMA Music Festival (formerly known as Fan Fair). It is the longest running named Gospel event connected with the CMA Music Festival. This year will be the 34th Anniversary of Sunday Mornin’ Country. It is going to be held on Sunday, June 12 at 2:30 p.m. at the newly renovated Grand Ole Opry House and will be hosted by Linda Davis and George Hamilton IV.

In June 1980, a group of Country Music artists and musicians wanted to honor God with the talents He had given them by sharing their songs and personal stories of faith. They came together in prayer and fellowship. They decided to have "A singin', prayin' get-together" for the Country Music fans during the annual Country Music Fan Fair celebration (currently known as CMA Music Festival). Some 40-50 singers, musicians, writers, producers, promoters, etc. were involved in the first "Sunday Mornin' Country.”® The event was so well received that the group organized to do similar ministries all year long.

Rene' stated “It is such a privilege to be associated with such a prestigious group of Country singers who are Christian. It is important to let our light shine no matter where we are singing. The Country Music fans love Christian Music and love to hear their favorite Country singers singing songs with a Christian message.”

Performing along with Rene' were Grand Ole Opry star Linda Davis, The Babcocks, Mark Thomas, and Judy Gilbert.


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About Rene Jones
"The Christian Cowboy"
Born in "L.A." (in this case, "Lower Ashton"), a small community on the outskirts of Walterboro, South Carolina, Rene' was raised singing in the church. His family was involved in farming, and he spent many hours singing while riding the tractors and working the land. In his teens, Rene' joined the gospel group The Beacons, and it was this background that gave Rene' his vibrant and smooth voice of today. He sings with passion, putting his heart, body and soul into his music.


After The Beacons, Rene' decided to try his hand at country music. He performed in country clubs, variety shows, festivals, parades, and was a featured entertainer at the 1987 March of Dimes Telerama broadcast from Charleston, South Carolina. In 1992, after having the pleasure of performing in sold-out concerts with Linda Davis and Lang Scott, Rene'and his wife moved to Nashville and embarked on a series of tours across Eastern United States. Rene's third album brought him within inches of a record deal. However, at the last minute, the record executives decided Rene' was too country and signed their second choice artist for the deal. Imagine being too country for country music.

In 2003, Rene' felt the Lord calling him back to his roots of gospel music. Rene's first Christian Country single was released to radio in March, 2005 by GodsChild Records. Since then, Rene' has had several songs to chart in the Top 10 of the Christian Country and Country Gospel charts. His single Rockin' On The Front Porch went to #1 in January, 2009. He has appeared in Music City News, Power Source and Christian Voice magazines. He and his wife have made several television appearances including TCT Network and Touching the World Ministries.

Rene' was bestowed the honor of receiving the 2007, 2009, & 2011 Male Vocalist of the Year Awards, the 2008 Soloist of the Year Award, and the prestigious 2009 & 2010 Christian Country Crown Jewel Awards from the United States Association of Gospel Entertainers and Musicians. He won the 2012 Video of the Year Award from the International Country Gospel Music Association for the song Bible By Her Bed.

Rene' has been called by God to share the gospel through music. His mission is to be a disciple, go wherever God opens the doors, and share Christ's message of love and redemption.

Grammy Nominees Jeff & Sheri Easter to appear on the Grand Ole Opry

Two-time GRAMMY-nominated and six-time Dove Award-winning artists Jeff and Sheri Easter are scheduled to appear on the Grand Ole Opry on Saturday, August 4 for two shows at 7 and 9:30 p.m.

These gospel music family group mainstays will be premiering songs from their upcoming release Eyes Wide Open (Spring Hill Music) which will hit streets on September 18. They will be performing with other artists, including Carrie Underwood, Little Jimmy Dickens, Jeannie Seely, Jim Ed Brown, Jean Shepherd, Bill Anderson and many others.

“Jeff and I feel so at home at the Opry,” states Sheri. “We both grew up in families of bluegrass gospel artists, so we made a lot of longtime friends over the years, many of whom are part of the Opry family. It always feels like coming back home when we’re there.”

Jeff adds, “Our music has always been country; our lyrics have always been gospel; and we love to sing love songs to each other; so stylistically, we fit in well with not only the Opry artists, but also the Opry fans.”

To learn more about this week’s Grand Ole Opry shows, visit http://www.opry.com or call 1-800-SEE OPRY.

Legacy Five Debuts Anticipated “Ask Me Why” to YouTube

Nashville, TN - After weeks of waiting, fans finally get the chance to see the official music video release of Legacy Five’s “Ask Me Why.”  It is based on the true story of a woman named Patty and her daughter Hannah who converted to Christianity from Islam after accidentally showing up at a Legacy Five concert.

The video is already gaining buzz on YouTube with exponential growth in hits, comments, and shares on Facebook.  L5 celebrates the release along with cover stories in both Singing News Magazine and SGN Scoops this month.

Patty Davenport Bahhur is actually featured in the video as a woman going through hardship and finding grace.  Scott Fowler, lead singer, tells the story of how Patty stumbled upon the Celebration Event at the Grand Ole Opry with her daughter and looked to the group for answers.  When she was given the wrong tickets to an event she thought would be the Opry show, she noticed something strikingly different about the concert.  The people looked happy.    

“She went on to tell me that her husband is a Muslim and that she was not accustomed to being around so many people who seemed so happy. She again said to me, ‘So you see...we're not supposed to be here. We are here by accident. This is not the Grand Ole Opry show and I don't understand why everyone around here is so happy. What is this music all about?’”  Said Fowler, recalling Patty’s story, “It was then I realized that this was a divine appointment, and God was giving me an incredible opportunity to tell this lady and her daughter why we were all so ‘happy.’”

The video takes place at the Franklin Historic Presbyterian Church featuring a congregation comprised of L5 fans who volunteered to be extras.  “Ask Me Why” was penned by Kenna Turner West, who made an appearance at the filming along with Jim Brady of The Booth Brothers and Les Butler of Singing News. 

“L5 is great to work with,” said producer Scott Godsey of Godsey and Associates. “Throughout the filming process, I could tell that they got it.  They are the real deal.”

Band members Scott Fowler, Scott Howard, Glenn Dustin, Gus Gaches, and Trey Ivies are featured at several locations throughout Franklin and Nashville, TN. 

Watch the video here:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uhEkZeCTwCU.

For more information about Legacy Five, visit www.legacyfive.com.

For more information about

Godsey and Associates, visit www.godseyandassociates.com.

!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