Wilburn & Wilburn Announce Heritage Of Gold Reunion Tour

Tim Riley To Be Honored At Kickoff Concert


Gadsden, AL (May 1, 2015) Father and son Gospel duo Wilburn & Wilburn along with other former members of Gold City are pleased to announce the formation of the Heritage of Gold Reunion Tour, reuniting several Gold City alumni for an evening of music and memories. This tour, now available for booking, will feature three of today's most exciting groups -- Gold City, Wilburn and Wilburn, and The LeFevre Quartet. These groups will make up the core of each concert. Promoters will also be able to select either Jay Parrack or Steve Ladd to join former members Jonathan Wilburn and Mike LeFevre on stage to relive some of the great music and moments in the 35-year career of this much-awarded quartet.

Beckie Simmons, of the Beckie Simmons Agency responsible for handling the booking and coordination of this tour, is also pleased to announce Hall of Fame bass vocalist Tim Riley, who has not resumed full-time touring since suffering a stroke in 2014, will be available for select concert dates as well.

The official kickoff for this tour will be a special event in Gold City's home state of Alabama. The concert will be Saturday, July 11, 2015 at North Glencoe Baptist Church in Gadsden, AL at 6 p.m. Featured at this particular event will be Gold City, Wilburn and Wilburn, and The LeFevre Quartet, along with Jay Parrack and Vocal Event and Tim Riley.

This inaugural concert to kick off the Heritage of Gold Reunion Tour will also be a night the groups take special time to honor and thank Tim Riley for his many contributions to gospel music. Tim has sang Gospel music over 50 years and has dedicated the past 35 years to the work of Gold City, a group that rose to the national scene in the 1980's and quickly became the standard by which other quartets were measured. This night will not only mark the start of the tour celebrating the rich history of the group, but will pay homage to the man who has been the pillar of consistency throughout the group’s long and successful run which continues to this day--and the groups plan to honor Tim in grand fashion on this night.

For more information about the Heritage of Gold Reunion Tour or the special inaugural kickoff concert honoring Tim Riley, visit www.bsaworld.com, or visit any of the featured groups at their Facebook pages or websites listed below.

www.wilburn2.com

www.goldcityqt.com

www.thelefevrequartet.com

If you would like to interview Wilburn & Wilburn contact AG Publicity at info@agpublicity.com .

To learn more about Wilburn and Wilburn go to http://www.wilburn2.com or on FaceBook at https://www.facebook.com/WilburnandWilburn

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


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About Wilburn & Wilburn

Wilburn & Wilburn, the Father – Son team of Jonathan and Jordan Wilburn are continuing the tradition for three generations. Jonathan spent the first 16 years of his Southern Gospel Music career singing with his family, the Wilburns, one of Gospel Music’s most beloved and respected families.In 1996 Jonathan would move to Gadsden, Alabama where he would anchor the lead position with Gold City for the next 12 years.

Adding a dimension to this group is Jonathan's son Jordan. Feeling his call to sing Gospel music at a young age, it is a great match of Father and Son to create a great sound and an excitement that enhances any worship service.

Updates from Gold City!

GOLD CITY NEWS:

Just a quick update to let you know what's been going on.

Gold City had a great time in Springfield, MO last month at the Gold City Reunion! Thanks to KWFC for making this great evening possible! It's always good to work with our friends Brian Free And Assurance, Ivan Parker, and The LeFevre Quartet.

For those of you who have been asking about Tim and praying for his health, we are happy to report he is back on the stage booming out the low notes with us. Tim had a bout of bronchitis that sidelined him for a few weeks, but you can't keep a good man down! A big thank you to Joe Brown for filling in and doing a great job in Tim's absence.

Gold City is hard at work on a new project at New Haven Records. We are in the capable producing hands of the masterful Gordon Mote, and we can't wait for you to hear what we have in store for you! Keep watching the newsletter and checking out our Facebook and website for more details as the project nears completion.

Here's where Gold City will be this coming week:

Tuesday, March 25 -- TBN Hendersonville Tennessee

Thursday, March 27 -- Waldo Florida

Friday, March 28 -- Maryville Tennessee

Saturday, March 29 -- Springfield Ohio

Visit www.godcityqt.com for full details.

Danny's Favorite Quote of the Week: "Jesus didn't come to make a point He came to make a difference." -- Andy Stanley

We hope to see you at a concert soon! Have a great week!

SGMG TO PRESENT 2014 HARMONY HONORS MARCH 25 AT NASHVILLE'S TRINITY MUSIC CITY

Jason Crabb To Host All-Star Celebration Featuring Former US Attorney General John Ashcroft, The Perrys, LeFevre Quartet, Nelons, Gerald Wolfe, Legacy Five, Karen Peck & New River and many more

NASHVILLE (March 18, 2014) — Southern Gospel Music will be front and center at the Trinity Broadcasting Network's famed Trinity Music City in Nashville March 25th as TBN and Grammy Award winning Christian music artist Jason Crabb host the Southern Gospel Music Guild's 2014 Harmony Honors.

The annual Harmony Honors recognize the best and brightest singers, songwriters, quartets, groups, and innovators in this unique American musical genre that has comforted, inspired, and entertained generations of fans.

This year the Harmony Honors will recognize two of Southern Gospel Music's most storied publishing resources: Pathway Press and Stamps-Baxter Music. Southern Gospel aficionados will recognize Pathway Press as publisher of the classic “Red Back”Church Hymnal, used by thousands of churches across the South for over sixty years. Generations of gospel groups have dipped into the depths of the old “Red Back” hymnal for classic quartet and convention songs by such legendary songwriters as Albert Brumley, Vep Ellis, Luther Presley, Lee Roy Abernathy, and many others.

As for Stamps-Baxter Music, its classic “shaped-note” song books — with titles like Super Specials, Crystal Rays, Silver Tones, and Pearls of Paradise — have been used and cherished by Southern Gospel artists for over 75 years.

“I'm excited to be a part of this evening honoring the musical heritage that is so closely tied to gospel music,” said Harmony Honors host Jason Crabb. “The songs in the 'Red Back' hymnal and the Stamps-Baxter songbooks are the foundation for this music that is so loved. This is a well-deserved honor for both publishers and it's going to be a great night!”
Among the musical guests for this year's Harmony Honors will be some of the most beloved and popular names in Southern Gospel Music, including the LeFevre Quartet, the Perrys, the Tribute Quartet, Legacy Five, Three Bridges, the Nelons, Gerald Wolfe from Greater Vision, Karen Peck and New River, Jeff & Sheri Easter, the Bowling Family, Gold City, the Mark Trammell Quartet, the Whisnants, Stan Whitmire and the Mylon Hayes Family.

Also scheduled for a special guest appearance is former U.S. Attorney General John Ashcroft, himself an accomplished musician and long-time fan of Southern Gospel Music.

TBN Vice President Matthew Crouch noted that Southern Gospel Music has been a regular part of TBN's history over the past 40-plus years. “We've welcomed many Southern Gospel greats over the years,” he said. “The rich harmonies and inspirational message of this sacred music have been a blessing to generations of TBN viewers. We're privileged once again to host the Harmony Honors.”

Admission to the March 25th live TBN taping of the Harmony Honors at Nashville's Trinity Music City is free to the public, with 1,500 seats available. Doors open at 6 p.m. (Central Time) and the program begins at 7 p.m.

About the Trinity Broadcasting Family of Networks
With 26 networks and growing worldwide, the Trinity Broadcasting Family of Networks is the world's largest faith-and-family television group, airing a broad range of church and ministry programming, Christian music, family friendly movies, children's programming, and shows for teens and young adults 24 hours a day to every inhabited continent via 87 satellites and 20,000 television and cable affiliates. In addition, TBN's most popular global networks are available on computers, smart phones, and other mobile devices, and over 22,000 hours of entertaining and inspiring On-Demand programming is accessible via TBN's innovative online network, iTBN.org. To find out more about the Trinity Broadcasting Family of Networks, log on to www.tbn.org.

About the Southern Gospel Music Guild
The Southern Gospel Music Guild is a fraternity of industry professionals who combine their resources and work together for the expansion of the Southern Gospel Music industry. The overall mission of the organization is to create a cooperative environment that will encourage excellence, education, awareness, and growth, while preserving the essence of Southern Gospel Music.

Tacketts Perform On National Television

Defiance, OH (January 27, 2014) The Tacketts, known for their close harmony and high energy on stage, recently debuted to millions of television viewers on 'American Gospel Onstage'. Hosted by one of the most legendary names in Gospel Music, Mike Lefevre, the former baritone vocalist for Gold City and now of the LeFevre Quartet, the show debuted in the summer of 2013.

They performed several songs during the taping of the program. Two of the songs were 'Great High Mountain' and 'Precious Lord - Oh Happy Day'. The Tacketts will air on four different episodes of the program.

Filmed at The Broadcast Group Studios (formerly Heritage USA) in Fort Mills, SC, 'American Gospel Onstage' is a Great American Gospel Production.

Here's a link to a segment of The Tacketts' performance: http://www.americangospelonstage.com/Tacketts.html.

Be sure to look for this show on your favorite gospel television network. (Direct TV carries it on NRB Network -Channel 378).

The Tacketts will also be featured in Shelia Heil's Northern Notes column for the February issue of the Singing News.

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About The Tacketts

Dynamic Gospel trio The Tacketts debuted on national radio in 2011 and to world-wide television audiences in August 2013 on American Gospel Onstage. Their sixth and newest project "Miracles Never Cease" was launched at NQC 2013 and was produced by Dove Award winner John Darin Rowsey, who also penned their new radio single "The Good Life." The project also features original music by multiple Daywind songwriters. The Tacketts created and host the successful "At Home with The Tacketts Concert Series," featuring many of the top artists in gospel music. The Tacketts' previous radio releases include "Great High Mountain," "Just a Little Talk with Jesus," "When You Can't Get to Him" and " Precious Lord/ O Happy Day." Their performance of this song at the 2010 NQC earned them a spot on the Main Stage.

The Northwest Ohio-based group is comprised of husband and wife, Jeff and Sarah Tackett, and dear friend, Jason Tackett. With their rich blend of family harmony, The Tacketts bring a heartfelt ministry of sharing the love of God to those in need of encouragement. Spend a few moments listening to their music or their testimonies, and their passion for Jesus and reaching the lost are easily apparent. With a refreshing blend of Progressive Southern and Contemporary Gospel, they are continuing a thirty-year family tradition of singing for the Lord.

CNS Entertainment Announces Plans For Christmas In The Smokies Music Spectacular

Atlanta, GA - Christian music concert promoter, CNS Entertainment has announced plans to host the first ever Christmas In The Smokies Music Spectacular. This exciting holiday event will take place in the beautiful Smoky Mountains at the Music Road Hotel in Pigeon Forge, TN.

This Christmas Spectacular will take place on Tuesday, December 3 and will feature a 10am morning session, as well as a 7pm evening concert. Popular trio, The Nelons and the talented LeFevre Quartet will be featured during the morning session, along with some very special guest performers. Both groups will also appear at the evening session. Joining them for the evening session will be popular singer/comedian Mark Lowry and talented pianist, Stan Whitmire.

For three decades, The Nelons have been bridging the traditional sounds of Southern Gospel with contemporary influences that inspire listeners of all ages. The musical ministry of The Nelons was born in the late 1970s from a name that has been synonomous with Gospel Music for nearly a century. In the 1920s, the original LeFevre Trio began traveling and singing. In the late 1950s, Rex Nelon joined the group and for the next 40 years, the Nelon/LeFevre combination proved to be a winning one. At the Christmas In The Smokies, the rich Nelon/LeFevre combination will be recreated as second and third generation Nelon, unite with second and third generation LeFevre to create a Christmas music spectacular that is sure to warm hearts and bring Christmas cheer.

Mark Lowry is known and loved around the world as a trusted voice in the realm of Gospel music and beyond. His legacy is forever sealed as an innately entertaining communicator who can, at once, make audiences laugh, cry and think. Mark is a singer, storyteller, humorist, author and songwriter, whose lyric to “Mary Did You Know?” resulted in one of the most loved modern Christmas songs of this century. This captivating song, which he co-wrote with Buddy Greene, has been recorded more than 400 times by artists from every genre. Mark has spent more than 20 collective years with the Grammy-award-winning Gaither Vocal Band and serves as the sidesplitting comedic sidekick for Bill Gaither through live concert tours and the best-selling Gaither Homecoming video series and television airings (now more than 150 volumes strong). A deep thinker and student of theology with an outrageous sense of humor, Mark’s life work includes a long list of recordings and DVDs reflecting a wide range of influences. Mark’s on-stage antics and music will, no doubt, delight all those attending the Christmas In The Smokies.

“We are so excited about the Christmas In The Smokies,” states Kelly Nelon Clark of the Nelons, host of the event. “Christmas is my favorite time of the year, and I am really looking forward to kicking off the season in the beautiful Smoky Mountains at this wonderful event. We love Mike LeFevre and the LeFevre Quartet, as well as Mark Lowry and Stan Whitmire. They are all like family to us, and we can’t wait to have the opportunity to be on stage with them. We’ll do quite a bit of laughing, maybe a little crying and definitely a lot of singing. It is going to be so much fun and we hope all our friends will join us for this special time, as we will make lots of new Christmas memories at the Christmas In The Smokies.”

This event will be one the entire family will enjoy, and will provide a wonderful way to kick off the festive, Christmas holiday season. Make plans now to join The Nelons, The Lefevre Quartet, Mark Lowry and Stan Whitmire at the Music Road Hotel in Pigeon Forge, TN, on December 3 as the Christmas In The Smokies comes to the beautiful Smoky Mountains. A complete schedule, including ticket pricing is available online at www.cnsentertainmentgroup.com. Tickets may also be purchased by calling 888-887-2009.

Dates and Featured Performers Announced For 14th Annual Absolutely Gospel Music Fest

Southern Gospel’s Biggest Names like Adam Crabb, Tribute Quartet, The Nelons, Lynda Randle, The LeFevre Quartet and More to Appear

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (June 23, 2011) The administrators of AbsolutelyGospel.com , are proud to announce the dates and talent line-up for the 14th Annual Absolutely Gospel Music Fest.

This year’s Music Fest is set to run from Monday, July 15, 2013 through Friday, July 19, 2013. The event will again be held at the River of Life Church in Smyrna, Tennessee and is absolutely free to the public. Concerts start nightly at 7PM CST and the doors open to the public one hour before.
Performers scheduled to appear at this year’s Music Fest include Lynda Randle, Gene McDonald ,Three Bridges, The Nelons, The Browders, Tim Lovelace, The Lefevre Quartet, Golden State Quartet, The Hemphills, Lori Jonathan Trio, Jim Sheldon, The Dubbelds, Beyond The Ashes, Adam Crabb, Dixie Melody Boys, Tribute Quartet, Johns Call, Southern Sound, Back Home, The Beelers, Jeff and Sue Duffield and Sunday Edition.

The artist listing is subject to change without notice.
As in years past, this year's convention will remain free to the public. A love offering will be taken each night.
For more information, feel free to email the site at deon@absolutelyGospel.com . More details can be found at http://www.absolutelygospel.com . 615-545-5315

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About AbsolutelyGospel.com
AbsolutelyGospel.com (formerly SoGospelNews.com) has grown from relative obscurity to the industry's leading internet publication for Southern Gospel news and information in only a few short years. The site includes a wide variety of features, consisting of artist interviews, a weekly chart, late-breaking news, and much more.

The LeFevre Quartet signs with Activate Records

When you think of Gospel Music, LeFevre is a name that has always been at the top of our field. In 1921, two brothers and a sister formed a group, which became known as The LeFevre's, traveling and singing the gospel for decades.  In 2005, a new sound emerged in Gospel Music, holding the same banner that was held by the original LeFevre group. Just one year after forming The LeFevre Quartet, fans voted them 2006 Horizon Group of the Year. In 2009 their song "Big Mighty God" was nominated as a top 5 song by the Dove awards. This group continues to hold up the standard that was started over 90 years ago. Here at Activate, we are excited about our new partnership with The LeFevre Quartet  joining with them to reach the world with the Gospel in song.. 

Left to right:  Brandon Barry (Lefevre Qt.), Harold Reed (LeFevre Qt.), Rick Sandidge (Actiate Records), Tre’ Corley (Activate Records), Mike LeFevre ( LeFevre Qt.), Jordan LeFevre (LeFevre Qt.), Paul Corley (Activate Records).

Debut Project From The New Gospel Singing Caravan In Stores This Week

Hendersonville, TN (May 3, 2011) – The Blackwood Brothers, LeFevre Quartet and Chuck Wagon Gang have teamed up with Daywind Records to present a brand new recording entitled, Keeps On Rolling Along. This unique project, produced by David Staton and Mike LeFevre, provides a new generation of Gospel music lovers with a modern version of the Gospel Singing Caravan television show and tour of the 1960s. The album features classics such as “I’m Too Near Home” and “How Great Thou Art” in addition to several new songs, including the first radio single, “I Always Have A Song To Sing.” To promote the release of this collaborative project, the three groups will also be touring together for select dates this year.

“When we were putting this project together, we wanted the music and the arrangements to be very true to the original Gospel Singing Caravan of the 1960s. That is why we chose many songs from that era and specifically songs that were performed by the original Caravan,” shares David Staton and Mike LeFevre. “We also chose to put a couple of new songs on the CD that were penned from writers Dianne Wilkinson and Jerry Kelso. Both of them have an amazing ability to write music that is true to that era both musically and lyrically, so even the new songs flow well with the classic material.”
Keeps On Rolling Along is available at Christian retail stores across the country and digitally at iTunes and other outlets. Bulk purchasing for gift and ministry purposes is available by calling 1-800-635-9581.

Daywind Records is based in Hendersonville, TN and is distributed worldwide through New Day Christian Distributors. Daywind is home to such great artists as Brian Free & Assurance, Sisters and the Booth Brothers, among others.
To hear clips from this project, visit http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EtNOB3mzXBk. For more information on Daywind Records, visit daywindrecords.com. For more information on The New Gospel Singing Caravan, visit thenewcaravan.com. The Chuck Wagon Gang and LeFevre Quartet appear courtesy of the Song Garden Music Group.

LeFevre Quartet Sign With Beyond Measure Marketing

Nashville: The LeFevre Quartet is excited to announce they have signed an agreement with Beyond Measure Marketing. Adding to the rich heritage of the LeFevre name, this dynamic quartet has become one of the most exciting and popular groups on the road today. “The LeFevre name has always been an industry leader in Southern Gospel and contemporary Christian music. The current group is no exception. They have blazed their own path and have brought new fans to Southern Gospel with every song they sing. I am ecstatic to partner with these men.” stated Matt Felts, President of Beyond Measure.
The partnership of these two industry leaders is sure to produce some exciting results. “Mike, David and I have already began work on some groundbreaking events and campaigns. We are excited to finish preparing all of the details so we can make an announcement soon.” added Felts.
Fans will want to keep a watch on the groups website for exciting news as it breaks. You can keep up with the LeFevre Quartet at,
www.thelefevrequartet.com www.beyondmeasuremarketing.com

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/.