Creekside Gospel Music Convention: 3 Great Days Of FREE Gospel Music

As the air grows cooler, Gospel Music fans’ thoughts turn to the Creekside Gospel Music Convention in October. In Pigeon Forge, The Smoky Mountain Convention Center staff is booking rooms for the incoming Convention attendees. The free tickets to this event are flying off the shelves and fans are urged to get their tickets early. Every attendee is encouraged to reserve a ticket so please visit http://creekside2013-new.eventbrite.com/ and register today!

Some of the artists scheduled to appear at Creekside include The Skyline Boys, Declaration, Larry Ford, Phil Cross, Renaissance Revival, Rhonda Frye and Riverside, The Griffins, Mercy’s Bridge, The Singing Cookes, Ava Kasich, The Pine Ridge Boys, The Williamsons, Paul’s Journey, The Dixie Melody Boys and Sharron Kay King, with many more. For a full list of artists, see the concert poster here: http://www.creeksidegospelmusicconvention.com/2013/07/updated-creekside-concert-poster.html

Beginning on Monday, October 28, Creekside opens at5:00pm with some of Gospel music’s favorite artists, preparing the audience for the main event. Well-known Gospel music personality, Lou Wills Hildreth, will take the stage to present a special gala to honor Mr. Ed O’Neal of the Dixie Melody Boys. Past and present Dixie Melody Boys members will be present for an evening of fun and remembrance.

Tuesday, October 29 will begin with a Chapel service by Dr. Jeff Steele. Creekside is excited to have this beloved Pastor with us for the entire Convention, providing words of encouragement and hope.

Tuesday is also the day for Patterson Promotions as they follow Dr. Steele with a 10:00am morning concert. Their guests will be The Boynton Elementary Chorus, an energetic choir of young people nationally recognized for their high energy and upbeat performances as well as Phil Cross, The Hoskins Family, The Cookes and many more.

The 2013 Diamond Awards Show will be held Tuesdaynight, a celebration of special artist performances as winners are announced from fan selection across the nation. Join us as we award the best in Southern, Country and Bluegrass Gospel music.

On Wednesday, October 30, the schedule is full of exciting events not to be missed. From Dr. Jeff Steele’s Chapel service to showcases of great music, fans will enjoy the jam-packed day of Gospel Music. At 1:30pm, the Creekside stage will welcome a choir of Gospel artists and a live band for the Old Time Gospel Sing. Special impromptu quartets and trios from the choir will sing Gospel favorites and hymns.

The final concert on Wednesday will be a delightful evening of Southern, Country and Bluegrass Gospel. A special closing ceremony will be held.

Creekside Gospel Music Convention will serve again as a collection location for a local ministry called, “Live-It!” Live-It is a non-profit ministry serving the less fortunate in Sevier and surrounding counties. Live-It will provide a truck to receive donations of items including used clothing, jewelry, books, toys, shoes, fashion accessories and music CDs. Please bring your unwanted, gently used items to the Convention Center. All items collected will be used for re-sale in Live-It’s thrift store, profits earned purchases needed products and supplies to those in desperate need. Please help Creekside serve this community!

The Skyline Boys Announce Exciting Changes

Nashville, TN (August 29th, 2013) – Powerhouse quartet, the Skyline Boys, are pleased to announce exciting changes and happenings with the group.

The first is the return of one member and the addition of another. Outstanding tenor singer, Jodi Hosterman, is back with the Skyline Boys. The group is thrilled to welcome him, along with a brand new addition, lead singer, Brian Alvey. Alvey, who is new to the Skyline Boys, is not at all new to Gospel music. Both gentlemen have vast experience and tremendous talent. The two, along with bass singer and group owner, Dennis Powers, and baritone singer, Chris Little, are excited about the days, months, and years ahead as they strive together to serve God and share the music that tells the story of His love.

The latest great news for the prominent Southern Gospel Quartet is a brand new, long term booking agreement with the acclaimed Dominion Agency (one entity of the mutil-faceted Michael Davis & Associates). Dennis Powers shares, "God is doing things we couldn't do and we are very excited about being with Michael Davis at Dominion Agency. We have a new project being released at NQC called " Favorite Hymns and Classics Vol. 2 with special guest Squire Parsons helping us on " Beulah Land. Everything we do is only possible because of the hope of Christ and our prayer is that every door He leads us through will lead us and others closer to Him."

Another highlight is that the group is back in the studio at Crossroads with producer, Jeff Collins, working on a dynamic new recording. Collins expresses, "It's great to be working again, in the studio here at Crossroads, producing the Skyline Boys, with Dennis, Chris, and new members Jodi Hosterman and Brian Alvey. I'm excited with the tracks we recently recorded and look forward to the upcoming vocal sessions at the end of September. This line up of singers promises to be one of the strongest yet for the quartet. In our preproduction sessions I've been blown away by the ability of this group of guys. I've known and worked with Jodi, Brian, Chris and Dennis in different groups before but there seems to be a special and unique blend that this specific group possesses. I can't wail until we get the project completed so folks can hear this fantastic quartet!"

The group's current single "Cool Drink Of Water" is now playing and climbing the charts on Southern Gospel radio around the world. Be listening for it and be watching for more great things to come from this quartet.

To learn more about the Skyline Boys, visit www.theskylineboys.com.

To learn more about all of the artists who call the Dominion Agency home, visit dominionagency.com and michaeldavisandassociates.com. To schedule the Skyline Boys and other wonderful artists with Michael Davis And Associates, call 828-454-5900 or email michael@michaeldavisandassociates.com.

To learn more about Crossroads, visit Crossroads Music at www.crossroadsmusic.com.

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Pictured: THE SKYLINE BOYS (l to r)- Jodi Hosterman, Brian Alvey, Chris Little, and Dennis Powers

SGN Scoops August Edition Features Greater Vision

We’re serving up another sizzling hot summer issue! This packed August edition unveils the list of the 2012 Diamond Awards Nominees!

Also this month, Lorraine Walker, Sandi Duncan Clark, Jennifer Campbell, Charlie Sexton and Laura Kennedy presents the latest happenings in the ministries of Greater Vision, Charlotte Ritchie, Lynda Randle, The Skyline Boys, Jeff Steele and Jaidyn’s Call.

Look behind the music with Rob Estep as he talks with Ben Storie, and focus on the young with Victoria Shirey as she shines the spotlight on Rebecca Reynolds. Don’t miss Rob Patz’ Publisher’s Point and enjoy a Media Minute with him along with Sylvia Green.

Charlie Sexton covers the Lari Goss Celebration and Rhonda Frye catches up with Union Street, Roy Webb and Bruce Taliaferro on the road. Lou Wills Hildreth shares legendary memories, John Mathis Jr. offers a word of encouragement and Laurrette Willis’ reminds us to eat healthy!

Jeff Hawes shares memories from his home town, and special guest writer, AJ RINALDI offers post-trauma faith sharing tips.

We also share our excitement regarding 2 major upcoming events: The National Quartet Convention and Creekside Gospel Music Convention! See what songs are topping the charts and who is releasing new music in this all-digital, all free August Edition! And… Share with your friends!

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