"Alabama's Oldest & Largest Thanksgiving Gospel Sing" on Nov 28th!

The Battle Of The Quartets

The Battle of the Quartets series will continue on Thursday August 28, 2014 in downtown Corinth, MS at the Historic Corinth Coliseum Theater beginning at 7:00 pm JAF Promotions proudly host, two of America's finest gospel quartets; GOLD CITY QUARTET and the KINGSMEN QUARTET. Both Quartets are anchored by Southern Gospel Music Hall of Fame Members, Tim Riley (Gold City) and Ray Reese (Kingsmen). Host, Josh & Ashley Franks will also appear. There is no advance ticket needed. General Admission is $12.00 at the door, plus a special free-will love offering will be received. For more information, go to ww.joshandashleyfranks.com. Doors will open one hour before concert.

Harmony Road to Present Broadcast Premiere Of “Say Amen” Video from Brian Free and Assurance

Other music on the program from Devin McGlamery,

Booth Brothers, Kingsmen and Canton Junction 

Signal Mountain, TN July 30, 2014      This week’s Harmony Road TV program will feature the broadcast premiere of “Say Amen” from Brian Free and Assurance.  The video brings the inspiring message of the chart topping song to life.  Other songs on the program include “While I Still Can” from Devin McGlamery, The Booth Brothers with “She Still Remembers Jesus’ Name” and great quartet music from the Kingsmen and Canton Junction.

 “Say Amen” was produced and directed by Daywind Records vice president and A & R director Scott Godsey.   “We are thankful for the opportunity to work with these guys on the ‘Say Amen’ video production. Our hope is that this video will go beyond our normal borders and branch out to new media sources,” Godsey explained.   

Harmony Road is available to over 80 million homes nationwide on both secular and Christian outlets, helping Scott realize his vision of presenting the video through multiple sources. Information on affiliates can be found at www.harmonyroadtv.com.

Kenna Turner West, one of the songs co-writers, added, "As songwriters, we are blown away by the success of the song and how it is impacting the lives of the listeners. It is a three-minute invitation to remember all that God has done in our lives, which in turn kindles hope in our hearts for what He has yet to do."

Roger Spears, Harmony Road producer, said “We always appreciate the opportunity to be the first to air a great video.  We have been blessed to be able to present several broadcast premieres over the past year and look forward to many more.”

Harmony Road is produced and distributed by Harmony Road productions and features the best in Southern Gospel music and video. It can be found each week on The Heartland Network, The NRB Network (including DirectTV, streaming and mobile app), WATC57 in Atlanta, WGNM-TV in Macon, WYBU-TV in Columbus, GA/Phoenix City, AL.  Also find the program on the WALKtv network (including ROKU), Harmony Gospel in Greeneville, SC,  DCT3in Middle Tennessee, TV24 in Anniston/Gadsden, Charter Cable in Clarksville, Cookeville/Crossville, Sevier County, Lebanon and Jackson, TN and  WMJN29 in Decatur/Athens/Cullman, AL. For more information on these and the program’s other affiliates you can visit www.harmonyroadtv.com.  

This week on Harmony Road TV: All Quartet Special

Featuring Kingdom Heirs, Kingsmen, Dove Brothers, Tribute and Gold City
Signal mountain, TN -- This weekend’s special Harmony Road TV program honors quartets and their part of the heritage of Southern Gospel Music. Part of Harmony Road’s summer special series, the program features The Kingsmen, Gold City, Tribute Quartet, The Dove Brothers Band and The Kingdom Heirs.
Over the next few weeks, Harmony Road TV will feature more specials and offer exciting contests and giveaways. Viewers will enjoy other programs such as a National Quartet Convention special, and a program featuring only concept videos. As part of Harmony Road’s Super Summer 2014, there will also be giveaways on the Harmony Road website and through their Facebook page including log cabin rentals, DVD’s, CD’s, a National Quartet Convention live streaming package, cookbooks and more. Their Facebook is www.facebook.com/harmonyroadtv and their website is www.harmonyroadtv.com. You can also leave comments and requests at either location.
Harmony Road TV is now available to over 80 million homes across the country via several networks and stations. It’s also seen on formats such as DirectTV, mobile app, online streaming, ROKU and Google Play.
Harmony Road is a weekly Southern Gospel TV program hosted by “Singing News” veteran and Solid Gospel Radio host Les Butler. Harmony Road can be found each week on The Heartland Network Sunday mornings at 8:00 Eastern as well as Saturday afternoons on WATC57 in Atlanta. You can watch the program on the NRB Network each Saturday evening at 8:30 Eastern. Also find the program on the WALKtv network (including ROKU) www.wmjn29 and others.
Other team members include Roger Spears, Producer and Allan Rhodes, Technical Director.

Kingsmen Hire New Lead Singer: Bob Sellers

The Kingsmen just announced that, following Bryan Hutson’s departure, they have hired Bob Sellers:

The Kingsmen are pleased to welcome Bob Sellers to the quartet, filling the vacancy created by the departure of Bryan Hutson. “I am so excited to become a member of the legendary Kingsmen Quartet family,” says Bob. “I’m thankful for this opportunity that Ray and Brandon Reese have given me, and I look forward to meeting every single Kingsmen fan.

“The first song I recall singing with my mom and sister in our little country church was ‘A Place Where The Hungry Are Fed,’ so it is a dream come true to now stand on stage with the group that introduced that song and so many other great songs to Gospel music. I will work with all that is within me to continue the proud tradition that is The Kingsmen Quartet and, most importantly, to present the Gospel of Jesus Christ in song effectively. I cannot wait to see what God has in store!


Bob’s first concert will be in Chilliwack, British Columbia, Canada on December 31, 2011.

News Release Courtesy of Crossroads Music

Jim Sheldon Celebrates the Holiday Season with the Release of First Ever Christmas Recording

DANVILLE, Ky. – Homeland Inspiration Group recording artist Jim Sheldon is ringing in the holiday season with his first ever Christmas recording. The aptly-titled Christmas released last month on Mont Eagle Records and features Jim’s down home charm and Country flair.

Christmas was produced by the award-winning Nick Bruno (Booth Brothers, Kingsmen) and industry leader Scott Godsey (Toney Brothers, Heirline). The album features many traditional favorites such as “Away In a Manger,” “Joy to the World,” “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing,” and “O Holy Night” in addition to newer favorites like “Beautiful Star of Bethlehem,” “Come On Ring Those Bells,” and “Thank God For Kids.”

“I am just so honored to have had the year that I’ve had,” mentioned Jim Sheldon. “God has opened so many doors for me this year. Getting to end my year with a brand new Christmas album is definitely one of the highlights!”

Christmas was featured on the annual and popular Christmas Music Guide on the industry’s leading news site AbsolutelyGospel.com. The article had this to say about the recording:

“Jim Sheldon is a new name on the Gospel music landscape - but his debut Christmas recording has a lot of country based classic holiday songs to make any fan of Christmas music happy. Jim covered some great tunes like ‘Come On Ring Those Bells,’ ‘Beautiful Star of Bethlehem,’ and the recent hit ‘Thank God For Kids.’ Don't forget to check out this great new release!”

Jim will celebrate the release of this new album at an upcoming concert in the Nashville, Tennessee area this coming weekend, December 11, 2011. The concert will also feature industry favorites the Booth Brothers. For more information on that concert, visit www.jimsheldonmusic.com.

Jim recently released his debut recording for Homeland Inspirational Group’s Christian country label Mont Eagle Records. The album – I Belong to Jesus – released this past September during the National Quartet Convention in Louisville, Kentucky. 

For more information about Jim, visit his website at www.jimsheldonmusic.com

Southern Gospel Bryan Hutson with Rob at NQC 2008

News On Ray Dean Reese

Brandon Reese, manager of the Kingsmen has reported the good news that
Ray Dean Reese, bass singer and owner, had surgery last Wednesday,
October 26, related to his recent diagnosis of prostate cancer. While
the surgery was successful, Ray's physicians feel that additional
treatment would be beneficial due to lymph node involvement. This
further treatment will begin in several weeks in order to give him some
recovery time. Ray spent the week following the surgery at home resting
and would like to thank everyone for their prayers and ask that you
continue to remember him as he finishes the suggested protocol.

RANDALL CRAWFORD BACK WITH THE KINGSMEN

Owner/manager Ray Dean Reese announced today that Randy Crawford is re-joining the ministry of the Kingsmen Quartet,.. effective immediately. According to PR information Randy will be filling the baritone/lead position for the group. Reese says: "Many will remember Randy from his past tenure with the Kingsmen Quartet. His unique vocal stylings can be heard on the 2002 top ten song, 'Justified'." Randy says he looks forward to seeing his many friends and fans across America as he embarks on this new chapter in his life.

Most recently Crawford sang with Brian Free & Assurance.

visit www.kingsmenquartet.com

(News courtesy of SG Reporter News Updates)