Fiddle Player Has Nashville's First New Years Baby

HIGHROADIII's Anna Grace Shideler Has Baby Girl

Nashville, Tenn (January 2, 2015) Is there any better way to kick off the New Year than to have a beautiful baby girl? While everyone may not celebrate the New Year this way, that's exactly what Nathan and Anna Grace Shideler did to start 2015.

Emily Joy Shideler came into this world on January 1st, 2015 at 3:09AM in Nashville, TN. Weighing 6 lbs 11oz and 18 inches long Emily Joy made more than a little excitement for everyone around.

It would seem that Emily Joy's parents became so bored at watching their favorite team, Georgia Tech getting beat by Mississppi State in a New Years Eve Orange Bowl Football game that Anna Grace Shideler's water broke in the third quarter.

Anna Grace's water broke around 9:30PM, but around 2:30AM they decided to get to the hospital. At 3:09AM little Emily Joy was born. That was perfect timing.

Emily Joy was the first baby born in Nashville for the year 2015, so most of the Television news crews showed up to cover the story.

With lots of cameras in the room, Anna Grace stated "News Channel 5, News Channel 4, Fox 17 News, and The Tennessean have all stopped by to get some pictures and video of our little treasure. She has had quite the first day of life!”.

Anna Grace sings and plays fiddle for the very popular Gospel group HIGHROADIII. With the group off for a Christmas break Emily Joy chose the perfect time to make her entrance to the group.

HIGHROADIII group member Kiley Phillips commented, "I'm so happy for Anna Grace and Nathan and cannot wait to meet their sweet little girl. She is already so loved by so many and her parents will be some of the best.”

Sarah Davison, singer and keyboard player for HIGHROADIII, said, "We couldn't be more excited for Anna Grace and her husband Nathan! Emily Joy is sure to be a joy to us all and we can't wait to spoil her rotten! God is so good.”


You can learn more about HIGHROADIII by going to http://www.highroadmusic.com or https://www.facebook.com/HIGHROAD3 . You can reach them by Twitter at https://twitter.com/highroadmusic .
For booking contact highroadmusic@gmail.com .
****


About HIGHROADIII
In a world where conformity is king and following the crowd is practically a survival instinct, the women of HIGHROADIII, an award-winning Appalachian gospel group from Nashville who just happen to be the best of friends too, have always preferred the road less traveled.
And so it’s fitting that the trio’s new album, which also features the girls’ inventive instrumentation, would bear the same name. Filled with the beautiful, haunting melodies and vocals that have been the group’s hallmark, Sarah Davison, Anna Grace Shideler and Kiley Phillips, all graduates of Belmont University’s prestigious School of Music, feel the songs from The Road Less Traveled reflect their personal journey of being set apart.

Pauline Patterson Scores First Top 40 on Singing News Chart

(Nashville,TN) EHA-Nashville is pleased to announce that Pauline Patterson of Patterson Promotions has garnered her first Singing News Top 40 charting song and it has landed at # 34 for December. Her song, "I Fell Down," was written by her niece, Sharon Stewart.

Pauline has recorded and sang professionally since 1983 and her very first release was with Golden Vine Records, owned by Darrell Freeman, entitled, "He Will Deliver." The song received great reviews and she has released numerous singles to radio with several charting; such as, "Her Roots Run Deep" and "Jesus Walks Down Mainstreet."

Pauline owns Patterson Promotions and Southern Gospel Times. She is available for concerts, ladies conferences, church services, etc. She also hosts her Patterson Promotions Homecoming in Pigeon Forge, TN and it has been a great success the past two years. Next year's date has moved to May 14-15, 2015 at Pigeon Forge's Music Road Hotel & Convention Center. Artists such as The Hoskins Family and The Wilbanks are already slated to appear and more artists will be added to the line-up.

Promoters can receive a free press kit on Pauline Patterson's music ministry by contacting her management at: The Evie Hawkins Agency or Office@EHA-Nashville.com, 615-856-0910 or AL: 256-303-8354
Visit her website at: www.PattersonPromotions.com

New Jim Brady Trio and New Booth Brothers debut at Legacy Five's New Year's Eve Celebration

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Oct. 17, 2014) – The debut of the Jim Brady Trio and the Booth Brothers first concert with new group member Paul Lancaster will highlight Legacy Five’s New Year’s Eve Celebration, which will be held at Nashville’s Gaylord Opryland Hotel. Brady has spent the last 12 years as the baritone singer of the award-winning Booth Brothers trio, but he will now be singing with his wife Melissa and former Legacy Five pianist Tim Parton as the Jim Brady Trio debuts on Thursday morning, Jan. 1. Paul Lancaster is joining the Booth Brothers, and he will make his debut with the group on Wednesday evening, Dec. 31. That will also be Brady’s last concert with the group. "It's extraordinarily rare that you get to witness this much Southern Gospel Music history in one place at one time, ”says Legacy Five group manager and lead singer Scott Fowler. “To see and hear the Booth Brothers for the last time with Jim Brady, and to hear the new Jim Brady Trio and to hear the new Booth Brothers lineup all at the same event is really exciting. What better way than to ring out the old year and sing in the new year … the end of a season and the start of a new one." There will be four sessions of this year’s New Year’s Eve Celebration event, beginning at 7 p.m. on Dec. 30 with a lineup that includes the Collingsworth Family, the Burchfield Brothers, Triumphant Quartet and Tim Lovelace. The Collingsworth Family will be back for a 10 a.m. session on Wednesday morning, Dec. 31, along with the Freedom Singers and Rick White. In addition to performances by both the new and existing configuration of the Booth Brothers, the 8 p.m. session on Dec. 31 will also include Greater Vision and a Jubilee performance that includes the Booth Brothers, Greater Vision and Legacy Five. Legacy Five will be performing at each session. Then, the event will conclude with a 10 a.m. concert on Jan. 1 that will include Cal Reichnor in addition to the host group and the Jim Brady Trio. Tickets are available by calling 931-379-7262, and registration for full weekend packages – which include lodging at the Gaylord Opryland Hotel – can be done by visiting www.celebrationnye.com.   Daywind Records represents great artists like Brian Free and Assurance, Legacy Five, Greater Vision, the Hoskins Family, the Blackwood Brothers, Wilburn and Wilburn, the Browders, Adam Crabb, the Bowling Family, Karen Peck and New River, Amber Thompson, Joseph Habedank, the Nelons, Tribute Quartet, and Watts, Rowsey, & Bean.  Daywind recordings are distributed to Christian retail by New Day Christian Distributors (newdaychristian.com) and to the general market by Select O Hits. For more information on Daywind Records, visit daywindrecords.com or contact Amanda Martin at 1-800-635-9581.

Tune-In Alert – Lily Isaacs On 'Joni Table Talk'

 

Nashville, TN (September 19, 2014) Lily Isaacs is set to appear on Daystar TV on the ‘Joni Table Talk’ program September 22nd. Lily is interviewed by Marcus and Joni Lamb about her book titled “You Don’t Cry Out Loud” which encompasses her life and the Holocaust survival of her parents. She also discusses her conversion to Christianity and her Jewish parent’s reaction.

The show airs on Daystar TV at 2AM - 7AM - 8:30 PM EST

To learn more about Lily and all of the Isaacs got to http://www.theisaacs.com or https://www.facebook.com/TheIsaacs or Twitter at https://twitter.com/IsaacsMusic .

If you are interested in booking Lily or the Isaacs go to the Harper Agency at www.harperagency.com or info@harperagency.com .

GORDON MOTE NOMINATED FOR GMA DOVE AWARD

Nashville, TN - Multi-award winning singer, musician Gordon Mote added another nomination to his long list of accolades last week when the 45th Annual GMA Dove Award nominations were announced on August 13 during a press conference at Lipscomb University. Mote’s All Things Newrecording was among the Top Five nominations for Country Album of the Year by members of the Gospel Music Association.

All Things New was produced by Mote and long-time friend and multi-award winning producer Frank Rogers, as well as multi-Dove Award winners Wayne Haun and Russell Mauldin. The recording features guest appearances by several of mainstream country and Gospel music’s most popular recording artists, including The Gaither Vocal Band, Trace Adkins, Sheryl Crow, Scotty McCreery, Darius Rucker, Josh Turner and Matthew West.

“I am so excited about this nomination from the Gospel Music Association,” Mote stated. “So many brilliant musicians and singers contributed to this recording, and the completed work would not be what it is without those incredibly talented people, whom I am honored to call friends. This recording was a true labor of love, and it is a thrill to be recognized for the hard work and efforts that went to this project.”

One of those talented people who served as principal producer is acclaimed country music producer Frank Rogers, who has garnered five Academy of Country Music Awards and 13 CMA nominations. “Gordon covers a lot of musical ground on this recording: inspirational, country and southern styles,” Rogers commented. “The project holds together incredibly well because they are all facets of the same gem. Gordon is simply a brilliant talent with a great heart.”

The 45th Annual GMA Dove Awards will be held Tuesday, October 7 at Allen Arena on the campus of Lipscomb University in Nashville, TN. The Awards program will be broadcast via the Trinity Broadcasting Network into over 100 million homes worldwide. Additional information, including a complete list of the 2014 Dove Award nominees is available at www.doveawards.com.

Additional information, including a complete touring schedule, for Gordon Mote is available at www.gordonmote.com. 

RICKY SKAGGS AND SHARON WHITE JOIN HANDS FOR FIRST-EVER STUDIO ALBUM

Legendary Country Music Couple to Release HEARTS LIKE OURS on September 30, 2014

NASHVILLE, TENN. (August 19, 2014) - On August 4, country and bluegrass legend Ricky Skaggs and Sharon White (of country music's The Whites) celebrated their 33rd wedding anniversary.  Over the course of more than three decades of marriage, Skaggs and White have savored every moment of their lifelong commitment to one another.  With both of their respected careers cemented into the country music history books, one might find it hard to believe that the couple has never recorded an album together.  That all changes on September 30, 2014 when Skaggs and White release their first-ever studio album, Hearts Like Ours.   In 1987, the pair won a CMA Vocal Duo of the Year award for "Love Can’t Ever Get Better Than This," but White was touring with her family band and Skaggs was on fire with his solo career, so releasing a full project wasn't possible at the time.  Skaggs and White are beyond thrilled to finally release their first full project.   "Hearts Like Ours is a dream come true for Sharon and I," says Skaggs.  "Being married for 33 years, you really get to know someone's heart. I know hers and she knows mine, and you can hear that on this CD.  I loved getting to work with her.  She knows what she wants."   White notes, "I am so happy that Ricky and I have finally done a duet CD, which we have wanted to do for years and I think our hearts are in the right place to do this now.  It was great to pick songs together and share ideas about how we wanted to do them.  I have always enjoyed making music with Ricky so this album is the fulfillment of a dream of my heart."   The 13-track album, releasing on Skaggs Family Records, is produced by Skaggs and White and features the couple dueting on handpicked country love songs.  The album includes songs written by some of the industry's top songwriters including Connie Smith and Marty Stuart-penned tunes, "Hearts Like Ours" and "I Run To You," Bob DiPiero and Keith Sewell's "Forever's Not Long Enough," Paul Overstreet and Don Schlitz's "Hold On Tight (Let It Go)," Leslie Satcher and Buddy Jewell's "When I'm Good And Gone" and the late Townes Van Zandt's "If I Needed You," among others.   Hearts Like Ours will be available in-stores and digitally on release day.  Album pre-sales are available now at www.skaggsfamilyrecords.com.   About Ricky Skaggs and Sharon White With 12 #1 hit singles, 14 GRAMMY® Awards, eleven IBMA Awards, eight ACM Awards and eight CMA Awards (including Entertainer of the Year), Ricky Skaggs is truly a pioneer of Bluegrass and Country music.  Since he began playing music more than 50 years ago, Skaggs has released more than 30 albums and has performed thousands of live shows.  Skaggs and his band, Kentucky Thunder, continue to keep the tour trail red hot, performing more than 80 live dates each year.  He started his own record label, Skaggs Family Records, in 1997 and has since released 12 consecutive GRAMMY®-nominated albums.  Last year, the Grand Ole Opry member released his first-ever autobiography, "Kentucky Traveler."  The book details the life and times of Skaggs and provides a descriptive history of Country and Bluegrass music, as told by the master himself.   Sharon White is a member of beloved country-gospel family band, The Whites, and has been making music alongside her father Buck and sister Cheryl for more than four decades.  They originally began as a Bluegrass group, but the family trio became well known for their string of Country hits in the 1980s, including "Hangin’ Around," "Give Me Back That Old Familiar Feeling," and "Pins and Needles."  The Whites are Grand Ole Opry members and combine a respect for – and mastery of – traditional country and bluegrass with a refreshing style in each of their performances.  They were involved in the 2001 hit movie and soundtrack, O Brother, Where Art Thou?, and have gone on to win multiple awards, including GRAMMY®, CMA and Dove Awards, among others.   For more information on Ricky Skaggs and Sharon White, visit www.skaggsfamilyrecords.com.   Hearts Like Ours Track Listing:   1.  I Run To You 2.  Love Can't Ever Get Better Than This 3.  When I'm Good And Gone 4.  Forever's Not Long Enough 5.   If I Needed You 6.   I Was Meant To Love You 7.   It Takes Three 8.   Reasons To Hang On 9.  Hold On Tight (Let It Go) 10.  No Doubt About It 11.  Home Is Wherever You Are 12.  Hearts Like Ours 13.  Be Kind

The Gould Family Releases New Song To Radio

August 15, 2014 (Nashville, TN) The Gould Family a releases new hit song to radio from their new recording “Love Beyond Measure.” Tim and his daughters Christa and Kelsey are the new up and coming artists with their tight family harmony that touches the hearts of the young and old alike.

Their song “Lord, I'm Ready to Fly” is what they believe got them on the main stage at the National Quartet Convention and is the song they think will get them on the charts.

“We love this song because of the message it tells. No matter how old you are God has a plan for your life and if you are willing to trust Him and let Him guide you, you can soar to new heights. Before you can soar you must first be 'Ready to Fly'” Tim said.

Penned by Amber Maxwell, “Lord, I'm Ready To Fly” is and uptempo song that radio is sure to enjoy.

The Goulds are a family who enjoy spreading the Good News of Jesus Christ through song. They are based out of Joplin, Mo. and travel the country wherever God opens doors. The Goulds have sung alongside many groups including The Lesters, The Mark Trammell Quartet, The Isaacs, The Blackwood Brothers, the Kingsmen, the Crist Family and many others.

Be looking in the near future for new music and dates from The Gould Family.

To learn more about the Gould Family visit their website www.gouldmusic.com or https://www.facebook.com/gouldsmusic .

If you are interested in booking the Gould Family contact them at Signature Artist Agency / Duane Garren (417) 236-9090 .

Tune-In Alert

Nashville, TN (July 21, 2014) Don't miss this exciting new season of The Music City Show airing Thursday, July 24th at 7PM CST featuring the ever popular family group the Hoppers. Known for their appearances on the Gaither Homecoming videos and winning several Gospel Music awards they will be sharing the program along with Host Tim Lovelace and The Positive Cowboy Jim Sheldon. The Music City Show is viewed weekly on the RFD-TV channel.

The Positive Cowboy, Jim Sheldon, is one of the most popular regular features on the program. His hymns and patriotic songs uplift and inspire the audience. The humor and variety of host Tim Lovelace keeps the show interesting and entertaining.

The link below will give you a preview of this next exciting show:

http://youtu.be/aQbfh1kcN1o

The Music City Show is a series based in Nashville, TN – America’s favorite music city. The show has many elements of Nashville that people love, namely a live band, talented artists and comedic entertainment. It is likened unto The Tonight Show, with comedy segments, a guest host, and a beautiful cityscape backdrop. RFD-TV's channel's name is a reference to Rural Free Delivering, the name for the United States Postal Service's system of delivering mail directly to rural patrons. Production and uplinking facilities for RFD-TV are located at Northstar Studios in Nashville, TN while the channel's corporate and national sales office are based in Omaha, Nebraska.

Joseph Habedank “welcomes” fans to get any early glimpse of “Welcome Home”

(Hendersonville, TN – June 9, 2014) Award-winning singer/songwriter Joseph Habedank will give fans a preview of his debut project with Daywind Records before it's even released to the public. Nashville's Rocketown will be the venue as Habedank holds a pre-release concert for “Welcome Home” on Tuesday, July 1 at 7 p.m.

Habedank co-wrote all 11 songs on the project, which was produced by Ricky Free. “Welcome Home,” is set to be released on July 22.

Free, legendary songwriter Dave Clark, and co-writers Tony Wood, Sue C. Smith, Kenna West, Benji Cowart and Lee Black will all be in attendance at the pre-release concert, with behind-the-scenes glimpses of the stories behind the songs being conveyed to those in attendance. In addition to those well-respected individuals, there will also be a special surprise guest who will join in on the festivities.

“Excited does not even begin to express how much I am looking forward to this night,” emphasized Habedank. “I have spent so much time pouring myself into this project, from the birth of the songs with an unbelievably-talented cast of co-writers that I have been blessed to work with to watching them come alive musically in the studio. I look forward to sharing my heart through the unveiling of these songs, and what's going to make that even better is that I'm going to get to spend this special evening with my colleagues, family, friends, and fans.”

Tickets for the event are limited as less than 100 will be sold. Each ticket will include a free pre-release version of “Welcome Home.”

Tickets are available by visiting www.josephhabedank.com.

Daywind Records is home to an award-winning roster of artists, including Brian Free and Assurance, Greater Vision, Karen Peck and New River, and Legacy Five. Daywind is distributed to retail through New Day Christian Distributors, Select-O-Hits, and all major digital outlets, including iTunes. For more information, visit www.daywindrecords.com or contact Amanda Martin at publicity@daywind.com.

DOWN HOME ANNOUNCES INITIAL SPRING 2014 TOUR DATES

Down Home Live! Tour Starts This Weekend in Oklahoma City, OK!

(Nashville, TN) DOWN HOME – Nashville, TN’s newest vocal group – has announced their initial DOWN HOME LIVE! 2014 tour dates, beginning with appearances this weekend in Oklahoma City, OK and surrounding areas.

Committed to faith and family roots, DOWN HOME – comprised of family members Mac & Sharon McEwyn along with their children AnnMarie and Michael - brings a powerful message of hope. The group has built their concert experience around the fact that hope brings strength. With just one listen to the music of DOWN HOME, listeners are encouraged and given strength through hope for another day!

“We absolutely love performing,” says Mac McEwyn, founder of the group. “There’s nothing like seeing the faces of an audience when they smile. You can see them experience the music. We want to “live the music.” If the song talks about making a difference, a difference is what we want to make. Each one of us can look back and see at least one individual who stood in the gap and made a difference in our lives. Our culture needs more individuals who are willing to stand on the rock of truth and deliver hope to the world. The world needs to see people of faith join together, encouraging and edifying one another, laughing together, crying together, walking through hard times together, and reaching out to those in need of the same. DOWN HOME concerts and events are focused on building faith, loving family and encouraging people.”

Along with the unique harmony only a family can provide, a concert experience with DOWN HOME is uniquely enhanced through the utilization of panoramic multimedia video screens, intelligent lighting and special effects orchestrated to bring to life a total musical experience. It truly is a multi-sensory event and one not to be missed!

Combine family harmony with state-of-the-art sound and lighting and you have a concert experience like no other! You have DOWN HOME LIVE!

Here are the initial tour dates, with more to be announced in coming weeks:
March 15, 5pm Crossroad Community Bible Mannford, Oklahoma
March 16, 7pm First Christian Church Custer City, Oklahoma
March 23, 10:30 am Harvest Bible Church Mohave Valley AZ
March 23, 5pm Harvest Bible Church Mohave Valley AZ
March 28, 7 pm 4th Friday night Concert Series Tulare CA
March 30, 6 pm Word of Life Fellowship

April 6, 9:15/ 10:40 am First Hemet Church Hemet CA
April 6, 6pm First Hemet Church Hemet CA
April 9, 6:30 pm Fowler Baptist Church Fowler, CA
April 12, 6pm Christian Life Center, Merced CA
April 13, 11am Northwest Church Fresno CA
April 20 Easter Sunday
April 22 7pm Highland Baptist Church Hayward CA
April 23, 6:30 pm Waterford First Southern Baptist Waterford CA
April 25, 6:30 pm Immanuel Reformed Ripon CA
April 27 9am Shelter Cove Community, Modesto CA
April 27, 5pm New Life Community Fair Oaks CA

www.downhomefamily.com
www.facebook.com/downhomefamily
www.twitter.com/downhomefamily

Free Seating Available For Nashville's RFD-TV's 'The Music City Show'

Nashville, TN (March 18, 2014) After a hugely successful season on RFD-TV, The Music City Show is recording it's second season of great Gospel music programing. This is your opportunity to watch The Music City Show free taping LIVE in Nashville, TN with your Host Tim Lovelace.

The studio audience is limited to only 75 seats. E-mail us at musiccityshowtickets@gmail.com to reserve your seat today. Tell us which session you would like to attend. Come for one or all.

You will be sent a confirmation email with the address.



SESSION 1

April 1, 7pm - 9:30pm

Wilburn and Wilburn

Buddy Jewel

The Nelons




Session 2

April 2, 2:30pm - 5pm

Jim Sheldon and The Positive Cowboy Band




Session 3

April 2, 7pm - 9:30pm

Brian Free And Assurance

Browders

Red Roots



Email musiccityshowtickets@gmail.com to get your name on the list.

A ticket is required for admittance.



You can learn more about The Music City Show at http://themusiccityshow.com or https://www.facebook.com/themusiccityshow .



You can learn more about RFD-TV at http://www.rfdtv.com and http://www.rfdtv.com/story/23228599/theamerican .



You can learn more about the Positive Cowboy – Jim Sheldon at

http://www.jimsheldonmusic.com or https://www.facebook.com/jim.sheldon .



You can learn more about Godsey and Associates at http://godseyandassociates.com .



****



About Jim Sheldon
After serving many years as music minster, there was a void yet filled. In 1994, joined my first gospel quartet. Immediately, I knew singing gospel music was God's true calling for my life. He confirmed this with a paraphrase of Proverbs 3:6 - "In everything you do put God first, He will direct and crown your efforts with success."

My greatest inspiration came from Glenn Payne. The Cathedrals sang at my church in Virginia. He told me:"Vocalize daily and never sing out of your range. Remember, God gave you the ability and desire. Honor Him with a servant's heart." Now God says it's time to tell my story of how God has brought me out from a long 'wilderness time' of sin, shame and disgrace to where I am today.

About The Music City Show

The Music City Show, a southern/country gospel weekly show featuring top artists like Karen Peck and New River, Tribute Quartet, Legacy Five, The Blackwood Brothers, Comedian Tim Lovelace, Gene McDonald, Aaron Wilburn, Greater Vision, Lynn Anderson and many more. The show features special guest hosts each week with Nashville's own Blue Jean Band and The Positive Cowboy Jim Sheldon.

The Music City Show is a series based in Nashville, Tennessee - America's favorite Music City. The show has many elements of Nashville that people love, namely a live house band, talented artists, heartfelt interviews and comedic entertainment. It is likened unto The Tonight Show, with comedy segments, a guest host, and a beautiful cityscape backdrop.

SUNDAY DRIVE RECEIVES ICM VOCAL GROUP OF THE YEAR AWARD IN NASHVILLE

Thursday evening (Oct. 24), the 19th Annual ICM Faith, Family & Country Awards took place at The Fellowship at Two Rivers, honoring artists, songwriters, radio personalities and others associated with the Christian and inspirational country music scene.

Sunday Drive, a multi-award winning family group from Knoxville, TN, received the 2013 ICM Vocal Group of the Year Award.

The award was presented by Stella Parton, long time friend of the group. Sunday Drive performed on the show along with other entertainers and presenters including Guy Penrod, Canton Junction, Jim Ed Brown, Doyle Lawson and Melinda Dolittle from American Idol.

Rascal Flatts, Martina McBride and Scotty McCreery were winners in the mainstream categories.


For more information on Sunday Drive, visit www.sundaydriveband.com or call 615-598-7098.

LEADERSHIP BLUEGRASS 2014

DEADLINE TO APPLY: NOVEMBER 15

Leadership Bluegrass class of 2013


Time is running out to apply for Leadership Bluegrass 2014!

Held March 20-22, 2014 at BMI, and the law firm of Bone, McAllester and Norton in Nashville, Tennessee, Leadership Bluegrass is a three-day, intense, unique opportunity for industry leaders looking to explore bluegrass in the larger world of entertainment. Seminars with top insiders, networking opportunities, and critical thinking sessions are part of the program, and more.

Leadership Bluegrass is seeking applicants who have:

A sincere commitment, motivation and interest in serving the bluegrass community today and in the future.
Relative bluegrass community involvment and industry experience.
An interest in advancing one’s own professional or volunteer leadership roles within the bluegrass music industry.

The opportunity and commitment to take the time the program requires for completion.
If this sounds like you, or if you have someone you'd like to recommend, the deadline is November 15.
Download an application here, print, fill out, and send to:
IBMA c/o Leadership Bluegrass
608 W. Iris Drive
Nashville, TN 37204
Read more about Leadership Bluegrass here.

“Leadership Bluegrass is the most intense and idea-generating exercise of the brain I have had in years. Thanks to all involved for enriching my vision and deepening my circle of friends in this industry.” – Tom Nechville, Nechville Musical Instruments
“Leadership Bluegrass is THE place to connect to the movers and shakers in our industry and to learn about the latest ideas and technology driving our success.” –Nolan Lawrence, The Hillbenders
“Even if you think there’s nothing more for you to learn (or people around you think you already know everything), you will find the opposite is true!” – Angelika Torrie, European Bluegrass Music Association/ Bluegrass Europe magazine

Three Bridges At Gospel Music Trust Fund Benefit Outing

Nashville, TN (October 22, 2013) Award winning Gospel group Three Bridges were privileged to attend the Gospel Music Trust Fund Outing held at Amy Grant's Farm just outside Nashville, TN on Sunday evening, October 13th.

Group owner and Baritone singer Elliott McCoy said “We were excited to be included in the attendees of this awesome event. Not only were finances raised to assist people in Gospel Music who have fallen upon hard times from sickness or disasters, but it was a fun filled day for every one attending.”

Three Bridges Baritone, Shannon Smith commented “The Gospel Music Trust Fund is a vital part of our industry that really helps our brothers and sisters in ministry in their time of need. Several people from the Southern Gospel genre were in attendance including people like Les Beasley, Bill Gaither, David Phelps, Wes Hampton, Ken Harding, Les Butler, Deon and Pam Unthank and of course Three Bridges.”

Hosted by Bill Gaither, Amy Grant, Toby Mac and Brandon Heath, other attendees included such artists as CeCe Winans, Angela Primm, Rambo McGuire, Jamie Grace, and Nicole C Mullins.

The event featured an afternoon filled with fun things to do including Elliot doing some skeet shooting. Things concluded with some good food and several artists who have received benefits from the Gospel Music Trust Fund giving testimonies to the help that they received.

To learn more about the Gospel Music Trust Fund and how to donate got to http://www.gospelmusictrustfund.org .
To learn more about Three Bridges go to http://threebridgesgospel.com .
You can reach Three Bridges by E-mail at threebridgesinfo@gmail.com .
Three Bridges is booked through the Beckie Simmons Agency at www.bsaworld.com .

****

About Three Bridges
Three Bridges music is rooted in traditional ”southern Gospel” and ”black Gospel” music. This blended style has made Three Bridges an internationally-acclaimed Gospel group — one that is known for tight harmonies, a unique vocal style, an exciting and energy packed stage presence and, most importantly, for spreading the joy of the Good News of Christ. They have entertained and ministered to millions through their recordings, TV appearances and live shows — which is why Three Bridges has quickly become one of the most prominent Gospel groups in Christian music today.

Following the release of the critically-acclaimed debut album, Soldiers (2002), Three Bridges has wowed packed-out venues across the nation…from Gospel singings, business conventions, churches, political meetings, TV shows, charitable relief events – all the way to Air Force One! They have also appeared on many of the Bill Gaither Homecoming video tapings and were special guests on a video for the United Nation.



About The Gospel Music Trust Fund
The Purpose of the Gospel Music Trust Fund is to give financial assistance in the nature of gifts in time of need, in the event of an emergency or major catastrophe, terminal or severe illness without efficient insurance, to individuals who derive or have derived a substantial portion of their income from the field of gospel music. An individual requesting assistance within the purpose of the Trust Fund, for themselves or their children must have five-years of full-time employment within the Gospel/Christian music field.

Ben Isaacs Garners Dove Award

Nashville, TN (October 21, 2013) Ben Isaacs, award winning producer extraordinaire and member of the premier Gospel/Bluegrass group, the Isaacs, won another award for his producing at the prestigious 44th Annual Dove Awards last week in Nashville, TN. Ben's Award came for his part in co-producing the Gaither Vocal Band CD 'Pure And Simple' in the Southern Gospel Album Category.

Ben stated “Producing is a part of music that I thoroughly enjoy. It was truly an honor to win this award while working with the greatest guys in the business and having such fun doing it.”

In addition to Ben winning the Award, the Isaacs also walked the Red Carpet and sang in the Tribute to Bill Gaither during the televised portion of the Dove Awards program. The Isaacs were spectacular as they preformed Gaither's classic, “He Touched Me”.

The Isaacs also performed to capacity crowds at the Dollywood Fall Harvest and Gospel Music Festival over the weekend and immediately followed that up with the Boggy Bayou Mullet Festival where they shared the stage with Vince Gill.

You can learn more about the Isaacs at http://www.theisaacs.com or https://www.facebook.com/TheIsaacs .

The Isaacs can be reached for booking at info@harperagency.com .



****

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.

Jimmy Yeary Receives CMA Song of the Year Nomination

Nashville, TN (September 26, 2013) “I Drive Your Truck” written by Jimmy Yeary, Jessi Alexander, and Connie Harrington received a nod from the Country Music Association for the Song of the Year Award at the upcoming 47th ANNUAL CMA AWARDS. The Awards will air live from Nashville's Bridgestone Arena on ABC-TV at 8pm (ET) on Wednesday, November 6th.

The Number One song on the Country charts was recorded by Lee Brice. Even though he is a prolific songwriter himself, Brice did not write "I Drive Your Truck", however, as he soon as he heard it he knew he had to cut it.

Brice was quoted as saying “Every now and then I hear a song that just blows me away, and that song just put me on the floor the first time I heard it.”

Yeary commented “The story behind this song is so powerful and connects with everyday people's lives and the losses we all endure. This song speaks to everyone”.

Jimmy was also a co-writer on the Martina McBride super hit “I'm Gonna Love You Through It” (Jimmy Yeary, Sonya Isaacs Yeary, Ben Heyslip), Rascal Flats big song “Why Wait” (Jimmy Yeary, Neil Thrasher, Tom Shapiro) and with his wife Sonya Isaacs' inspiration the Heidi Newfield's release of “Stay Up Late” (Jimmy Yeary, Sonya Isaacs Yeary, Ben Hayslip).

Jimmy currently has a number one song with Jake Owen singing “Anywhere With You”.

You can learn more about Jimmy Yeary at https://www.facebook.com/jimmy.yeary



****

About Jimmy Yeary
Jimmy Yeary (born in Hillsboro, Ohio) is an American country music singer and songwriter.
In 1994, Yeary moved to Nashville, Tennessee to begin a career as a recording artist. Although he was signed to Atlantic Records, a change in label personnel prevented his debut single from being released.
Through the assistance of Paul Worley and Wally Wilson, Yeary found work as a songwriter. Among Yeary's co-writing credits are Joe Diffie's top 10 hit "In Another World", Rascal Flatts' number 1 single "Why Wait", Troy Olsen's "Summer Thing", Martina McBride's "I'm Gonna Love You Through It", Heidi Newfield's "Stay Up Late", and Lee Brice's "I Drive Your Truck". He has sung lead for Shenandoah and The Isaacs.

Yeary is married to Country/Gospel singer Sonya Isaacs. The couple has one son, Ayden James Yeary, born on July 25, 2011.

How To Get Free Tickets To The Music City Show Taping

Nashville TN (September 24, 2013) Studio audience tickets for The Music City Show October 8th and 10th tapings are now open to the public, at no cost. There are 75 seats available.
Studio audience members get a pass to the set of The Music City Show at Northstar Studios in Nashville, TN. The October filmings will include musical guests The Booth Brothers, Legacy Five, the Bowlings, Tribute Quartet, Greater Vision, Kevin Williams, Tim Lovelace and more.
There will be different sessions throughout the day ranging from live performances to comedy segments.
How to get free tickets:
Send an email to tickets@themusiccityshow.com
In the email include names for everyone in your party
Wait for a confirmation reply with address and time information and a print-out or digital ticket.
On the day of the taping, please have proper identification (Driver’s license) available to present to the gate.
Once the seats have been filled, no more tickets will be available. However, on the day of – due to cancellations or unforeseen circumstances, standby tickets may be available. Call (706)-870-4974 before 12pm CST on October 8 to inquire on standby tickets.
The Music City Show is a series based in Nashville, TN – America’s favorite music city. The show has many elements of Nashville that people love, namely a live band, talented artists and comedic entertainment. It is likened unto The Tonight Show, with comedy segments, a guest host, and a beautiful cityscape backdrop.
Tickets are now available at tickets@themusiccityshow.com.
For more information about The Music City Show, visit themusiccityshow.com.
The Music City Show is on twitter - @musiccityshow or on FaceBook at www.facebook.com/themusiccityshow .
The Music City Show is produced by Godsey and Associates

****

About Godsey and Associates
In the last quarter of 2011, Scott Godsey started a team making music videos for Christian artists. That soon developed into not only working inside the Christian music business, but going outside of the Christian music world. Soon after, the company expanded into other genres. G&A started working with churches, authors, and organizations. The Godsey & Associate formula works with any company that wants to focus on brand building and getting in front of an audience.

Sneed Family Signs Agreement With AG Publicity

Nashville, TN (September 19, 2013) The Sneed Family of Glasgow Kentucky has signed an extensive publicity agreement with AG Publicity of Nashville, TN. The Sneed Family began its gospel music journey in 1982 as "Glory Bound" with four young men just out of High School and then several years later evolved into the family group that is blessing so many today. Today's group is made up of Jeff Sneed (vocals, piano), Pam Sneed (vocals), Amanda Cowen (vocals, mandolin), Seth Sneed (vocals, rhythm & bass guitar), Jacob Sneed (drums), and Caleb Cowan (vocals).

AG Publicity Co-founder Deon Unthank commented “ I kept hearing from other artists about the Sneed Family, and after meeting them I understood why. This family is focused on what they have been called to do, and do it with all the energy they have. Not only are they great singers, but great business professionals as well. What they bring to the table is a real asset to Gospel music.”

The Sneed Family is a multi-talented group of individuals that are not only involved in the singing aspect of Gospel Music but also in promoting concerts and a weekly television program as well. The latest venture in that area is a two day event with Loretta Lynn which will feature some of the top groups in Southern Gospel Music this month. In early 2008 The Sneed Family launched a brand new Christian Television Show called "Glory Bound Jubilee" on WPBM Proclaim Broadcasting which is shown in over 100,000 homes.

Jeff Sneed was quoted as saying, “We are excited about working with AG Publicity to assist us in spreading the word about our group and what we have to offer Southern Gospel Music. They also have the ability to make sure everyone knows about our events.”

Pamela Unthank, A&R Director for AG Publicity, stated “I have been hearing a lot of buzz about The Sneed Family for a while now and could not be happier to represent anyone in the industry. They are innovative and passionate about helping this genre grow.”

You can learn more about the Sneed Family at http://sneedfamily.com or https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Sneed-Family .

You can reach the Sneed Family at sneedfamilyoffice@yahoo.com .

The Sneeds are booked through Mountain Top Talent, a division of Michael Davis and Associates.




****

About The Sneed Family
The Sneed Family began its gospel music journey in 1982 as “Glory Bound” with four young men just out of High School. The group was founded by 18-year-old pianist and baritone, Jeff Sneed. Jeff met and married Pam Saylors who not only became his wife, but his singing partner. Today they are living our dream by standing on stage with their entire family night after night. Since the groups beginning it has flourished into a current day family ministry team. Today’s group is made up of Jeff Sneed (vocals, piano), Pam Sneed (vocals), Amanda Cowan (vocals, mandolin), Caleb Cowan (vocals), Seth Sneed (vocals, rhythm & bass guitar), and Jacob Sneed (drums). In early 2008 The Sneed Family launched a brand new Christian Television Show called “Glory Bound Jubilee” on WPBM Proclaim Broadcasting.

Brad Davis Performs For Dave Ramsey Entreleadership Master Series Event

Franklin, TN (Mansion Entertainment/BlueGrass Valley Records) May 8th, 2013 – The Lampo Group, founded by popular author, national radio host and financial advice guru Dave Ramsey, recently held one of their most prestigious events in the Nashville area, The Entreleadership Masters Series. To display their Nashville hospitality they wanted to provide a flavor of some of the city's renowned music style for their elite conference attendees and Brad Davis was the artist of choice. Davis is known for inventing a unique guitar style called 'double-down up' and showcased his musicianship and vocals for listeners at the event.

The Entreleadership Masters Series offered by The Lampo Group caters to entrepreneurs and business owners desiring to take their business and leadership teams to the next level in principles of business growth. Dave Ramsey has grown his business from his living to an organization of over 350 team members. Dave is known for his popular best-selling book, Financial Peace, and his nationally syndicated radio show, The Dave Ramsey Radio Show. Churches across the nation have adopted the Financial Peace curriculum offering classes and instruction at a local level for those interested in improving their personal financial management. The Entreleadership Masters Series is geared toward the business side of financial management and success.

Brad Davis' debut project, 'Walk On Faith', releases this month on the Mansion/BlueGrass Valley Record label with the debut single, "Road To Emmaus", already beginning to climb charts across the country.

For more information regarding Brad Davis, Dave Ramsey or BlueGrass Valley Records:

www.braddavismusic.com
www.daveramsey.com
www.bluegrassvalleyrecords.com

Back Home to Donate CD Proceeds to World Missions

Cleveland, TN (May 6, 2013) Jimmy and Jennifer Layne, also known as “Back Home,” from Nashville, Tennessee, have committed to donate a portion of the profits from their new CD to the Marcelly’s Dream project with Church of God World Missions.

In a ceremony attended by the staff of World Missions, led by General Director Tim Hill, the Layne’s announced their intentions at the International Offices earlier this week. The CD, titled, “Live It,” contains original music, mostly written by Jennifer Layne. They will donate $5.00 from each CD sold.

Jimmy Lane stated "Marcelly's Dream is all about getting Bibles into the hands of kids, and putting Bibles into every child's hand is something we can really support. It's something we believe in" . Marcelly's Dream also attends to the practical needs of children around the would, such as medical and educational supplies.

“The inspiration for ‘Live It’ came from the fact that so many people don’t take their testimony beyond the walls of the church,” Jennifer stated. “Everyone needs to put legs on your faith!” The songwriter also noted that “missions is about everywhere” and likened it to World Missions recent action to add the USA and Canada as a mission field.

Jimmy Layne stated that his wife wrote eight of the songs on the CD and was, “hearing from God,” when she did so. Jimmy continued “Our main objective is to present real life songs…we live it!”

The website www.backhomesings.com contains full information about the Layne’s and their ministry, as well as a way to purchase the CD through mail or via iTunes download. For more information about the Marcelly’s Dream Project, visit www.cogwm.org.

****

About Back Home
Back Home is a husband and wife team who not only are great singers, but also inspiring songwriters. Jimmy and Jennifer are no strangers to the music industry. Twenty-six year veterans of vocal session work, they are two of the most sought after background singers in the country and gospel music industries. On any given night you can find Back Home sharing their love for good music, the gospel and their love for the One who has allowed them to live their dreams and sing for Him with audiences and churches all across America.