John Darin Rowsey remains with Daywind Publishing

HENDERSONVILLE, Tenn. (Dec. 3, 2014) – Daywind Music Publishing is excited to announce that John Darin Rowsey’s tenure with the organization is now 11 years and counting. Rowsey recently re-signed an exclusive agreement to remain as a part of the organization’s superb lineup of songwriters.

“It's an honor to partner with the premier publisher in our industry,” emphasizes Rowsey. “I can't wait to see what the future holds as we grow together thinking outside the box.”

Rowsey – who traveled with the award-winning trio Karen Peck and New River from 1999-2003 – has been nominated for multiple Dove Awards and has won one, for the 2008 Bluegrass Recorded Song of the Year with “He’s In Control.” He has had numerous hit songs, with one of the earliest being the Gaither Vocal Band’s “Singing with the Saints.” Among his No. 1 songs are Karen Peck and New River’s “I Wanna Know How It Feels” and “Hey” and the Kingsmen’s “Joy’s Gonna Come in the Morning.”

Rowsey is also currently a member of the dynamic vocal trio Watts, Rowsey and Bean, which is part of the Daywind Records roster of artists.

“Consistency is a trait I highly value,” explains Daywind Vice President of Music Publishing Rick Shelton. “John Darin Rowsey consistently creates quality music that is far reaching, and it is his consistent Christian walk that is the wellspring of his impacting ministry. I couldn't be more delighted to continue the publishing relationship that started for the two of us nearly 12 years ago. John Darin is dear to me personally, and he is an important member of the exclusive Daywind roster of exceptional songwriters.”

Daywind Music Publishing is the premier source of new songs for the Southern Gospel and church print/choral markets. The organization is home to an award-winning roster of songwriters. For more information, visit www.daywindpublishing.com or e-mail info@daywindpublishing.com.

For more information on John Darin Rowsey, visit the Daywind Music Publishing web site or visit www.wattsrowseyandbean.com.

Cross Pointe's Latest Single Goes to National Radio Through Patterson Promotions

{EHA-Nashville, T} Cross Pointe, of Lancaster, OH, recently sent out their latest single, "Time After Time," through Pauline Patterson of Patterson Promotions. The Southern Gospel group is made up of Bill Pitts, Conda Barlow, and Debbie Wright. Cross Pointe has released 3 national songs in the past 16 months. Their latest nationally released single, "Time After Time", was written by Dove Award winner, John Darin Rowsey. John, of Watts, Rowsey, and Bean also produced the latest project, "Roots: Old and New." The group has had much success with charting on the Southern Gospel Times fan voted top 40 with numerous #1's. Pauline Patterson notes, "Time After Time” is part of the just released project, 'Roots: Old and New.' This group has a heart for the ministry and I know people are going to really enjoy their latest project and single release. They continually work on their mission to bring great Gospel music into the homes of listeners!" The project is filled with songs over 50 years old and newly written songs. Barbara Lister Williams, Joe Beck, Craig Heath, John Darin Rowsey, and Bill Pitts have written songs for the "Roots: Old and New" project.
Hear songs, purchase their music and soundtracks, and learn more about Cross Pointe at www.crosspointetrio.com. Ministers and promoters can contact EHA-Nashville for a free press kit. Evie@EHA-Nashville.com
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Come and visit Cross Pointe at Booth #477 at the National Quartet Convention!

Rick Shelton Named VP Of Daywind Music Publishing As Company Expands

Hendersonville, TN  - With 40 #1 songs, 2 BMI Christian Publisher of the Year nods and 10 GMA Dove Awards, including 2011 Song of the Year winner, “Sometimes I Cry,” Daywind Music Publishing has established a strong foothold in Christian music publishing.  In recognition of his leadership towards this end, Rick Shelton has been named Vice President.

Since joining Daywind in 2004, Shelton has signed hit songwriters and forged a strategic partnership with Lifeway Worship enabling Daywind to start a choral print division.  The most recent offering, “Love Won,” by Kenna Turner-West is up for a GMA Dove Award this year for Best Musical.

“Rick Shelton is a great leader.  He is completely focused on finding ways to create opportunities for Daywind’s songwriters.  We are so pleased to have him at the helm of our publishing division,” stated Ed Leonard, president of Daywind Music Group.

Shelton is overseeing Daywind’s expansion into other markets, recently hiring Stephen Duncan as Creative Director.   Duncan is the first graduate of the Belmont University songwriting program and has great relationships across all genres of Christian music.  His strong music background as a concert pianist will prove a plus as Daywind moves into praise and worship, adult contemporary and Christian hit radio formats through new writer signings and collaborations with the talented staff of songwriters at Daywind.    “Stephen Duncan was highly recommended for this role by Steve Rice at Centricity and Mike Murray at Integrity, two men I highly respect in this industry, and I am so excited to see what we will accomplish together,“ said Shelton.

Daywind’s family of songwriters includes Caleb Collins, Marty Funderburk, Ronny Hinson, Scott Inman, Kyla Rowland, John Darin Rowsey, Jeff Steele, Ben Storie, Kenna West, Dianne Wilkinson, Daryl Williams and Gina Vera.