Fans help fuel the "Drive" in Driven Quartet with 3 Diamond Awards

(Branson, MO) The 3rd Annual Branson Gospel Music Revival was again the home for the Diamond Awards ceremony this month, as President/CEO of Coastal Media Group, Rob Patz, announced the winners this week. The readers of SGN Scoops Magazine spoke as they placed Driven Quartet at the top, with Album of the Year, Christian Country Group of the Year, and Favorite Artist Website.
The popular group was also excited with comments such as these: Jason Funderburk : " We are so excited about the Diamond Awards we received in Branson Mo. I want to Thank Rob Patz and SGN Scoops for their support. Winning one Diamond was awesome but with the addition of the other two I was totally set aside!"


Will Lane: "I want to first and foremost Thank Jesus Christ for all he has done for our ministry. He has truly Blessed us to be a part of the Diamond Awards also along with Mr. Rob Patz and SGN Scoops. Thank You all for what you do for Southern Gospel and allowing us to be a part."

Chad Smith: " I would like to thank my Lord and Saviourfor allowing us to be honored with these Awards. Thanks to SGN Scoops for all you do for Gospel Music, and to all the fans, who we consider friends that believe in Driven Ministries."
The Charlotte, NC group has over 20 years in the field, collectively, and continues with their latest successful project, "Driven."
Rob Patz notes," You couldn't ask for a more ministry-minded and "driven" group of men to win these awards. I am excited for what lies ahead for them and sure the readers will be hearing much more news about the quartet."
For more info on Driven Quartet:
Jason N. Funderburk
Driven Ministries Inc.
www.drivenqt.com

Office: 704-989-9242
P.O. Box 1356
Indian Trail, NC 28079
　

Driven Quartet Takes Home 3 SGN Scoops Diamond Awards

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – (July 7, 2011) – Popular Southern Gospel group Driven Quartet were on hand to accept their very first Diamond Awards last week. The group was one of the evening’s big winners – taking home the first three Diamond Awards of their career.
Driven Quartet was awarded the highly coveted Album of the Year for their self-titled debut album. The group was also awarded Favorite Christian Country Group and Favorite Artist Website.
Jason Funderburk of Driven Quartet responded, “What an honor it was for us to receive these awards. We’d like to thank Rob Patz and the staff of SGN Scoops Digital for putting on a top notch awards show and the fans who took the time to vote for us! Awards have never been what this group has been about – but we are truly honored that you would validate us in such a way! Thank you!”
Driven Quartet also performed their hit single “Between the Rock and Hard Place” at the awards show and were a featured presenter.
The 2011 SGN Scoops Diamond Awards were handed out at the 3rd Annual Branson Gospel Music Revival last week at the Tri-Lakes Center in Branson, Missouri.
Driven Quartet saw a strong surge in radio support for their latest single. The song – titled “Story of My Life” – charted on various industry publications over the last couple of months. “Story of My Life” is the second single from Driven Quartet’s much-talked-about self-titled release and is the first single from the group to hit Southern Gospel radio in over a year.
This new single is the follow-up to the group’s previous hit single “Between a Rock and a Hard Place.” The song was written by John Darin Rowsey and Justin Rivers and did exceptionally well for the group. The song reached Top 20 on both the Gospel Music News Top 100 (#14) and SoGospelNews.com (now AbsolutelyGospel.com) Top 40 Weekly Chart (#12) and Top 40 on the Singing News Top 80 (#27). The song also charted exceptionally well on the SouthernGospelTimes.com Top 40 Fan Chart.
Individuals interested in booking Driven Quartet for their church or concert event can visit the Dominion Agency’s website at http://www.dominionagency.com or call (910) 484-6996.
For more information on Driven Quartet, visit their website at http://www.drivenqt.com . Fans are also encouraged to visit Driven’s MySpace at http://www.myspace.com/drivenministriesjnf .

About Driven Quartet
Based out of Charlotte, North Carolina, Driven is not new to Southern Gospel music. Collectively, this group of young men has been singing professionally for over 20 years. Their resumes include such groups as Danny Funderburk & Mercy’s Way, The Anchormen, and Lumber River. In 2006, this group of young men, through prayer, stepped out on faith and commenced their new full time career. Heeding to the call on their lives to present the Gospel through music, these four gentlemen created Driven Ministries.

Winners Announced for 2011 SGN Scoops Diamond Awards

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – (July 1, 2011) – The 2011 SGN Scoops Diamond Awards were handed out last night in Branson, Missouri as a part of the 3rd Annual Branson Gospel Music Revival (formerly Convention). Eighteen awards were handed out at the awards presentation and several artists won multiple awards including the Gaither Vocal Band, Driven Quartet, Jason Crabb, and Jeff & Sheri Easter.

Rob Patz of Coastal Media Group (owners of SGN Scoops Digital and the Diamond Awards) said, “We are so excited that we have another Diamond Awards in the history books. We had a blast this year, and we know that everyone involved loved being a part of the show as well!”

This year’s event featured a myriad of performers and special guests throughout the program. The evening featured performances from industry favorites like Driven Quartet, Beyond the Ashes, Rod Burton, 2nd Generation, Ascension Quartet, Ann Downing, The Williamsons, Jay Stones Singers, and more.

This year’s Diamond Awards were hosted by award-wining songwriter Christy Sutherland and 2011 Absolutely Gospel Breakthrough Artist of the Year Beyond the Ashes.

Other artists and industry professionals made appearances such as Absolutely Gospel’s Deon Unthank, Bev McCann, Hearts of Faith, Lou Hildreth, Sunday Edition’s Chris Unthank, SGN Scoops Digital’s Kelly Burton, and more.

For more information on The SGN Scoops Diamond Awards – visit www.sgnscoops.com .

2011 SGN SCOOPS DIAMOND AWARD WINNERS:
J.D. SUMNER LIVING LEGEND AWARD: Gloria Gaither

QUARTET OF THE YEAR: Gaither Vocal Band

MIXED GROUP OF THE YEAR: Jeff & Sheri Easter

TRIO OF THE YEAR: Booth Brothers

DUET OF THE YEAR: Aaron & Amanda Crabb

FEMALE SOLOIST OF THE YEAR: Janet Paschal

MALE SOLOIST OF THE YEAR: Jason Crabb

SUNRISE AWARD: Voices of Glory

SONG OF THE YEAR: “Please Forgive Me” – Gaither Vocal Band (written by Gerald Crabb)

ALBUM OF THE YEAR: Driven Quartet – Driven Quartet

INSTRUMENTALIST OF THE YEAR: Gordon Mote

SONGWRITER OF THE YEAR: Squire Parsons

CHRISTIAN COUNTRY GROUP OF THE YEAR: Driven Quartet

CHRISTIAN COUNTRY FEMALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR: Sheri Easter

CHRISTIAN COUNTRY MALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR: Guy Penrod

BLUEGRASS GOSPEL ARTIST OF THE YEAR: Ricky Skaggs

VIDEO/DVD OF THE YEAR: “Somebody Like Me” – Jason Crabb

FAVORITE ARTIST WEBSITE: DrivenQt.com – Driven Quartet

FAVORITE INDUSTRY WEBSITE: SolidGospel.com

LOU HILDRETH AWARD: Rob Patz & Kelly Burton

FAVORITE BROADCAST PERSONALITY: Karen Berka, BrasonRadioLive.com

PUBLISHER’S AWARD – KWFC-FM, Springfield, Missouri

About the Diamond Awards
The Diamond Awards were transferred over to the SGN Scoops Digital several years ago after the original home for the awards, the Gospel Voice Magazine, folded. The Diamond Awards are a fan-based award that allows the fans to choose the nominees as well as the winners each year. The awards show is held during the Branson Gospel Music Convention every summer.

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Branson Gospel Music Revival To Be Held At Tri-Lakes Center Next Week

Four-day event to include Dino, HisSong and others and will benefit Convoy Of Hope Disaster Relief
BRANSON, Mo. – (June 23, 2011) – TheBranson Gospel Music Revival (formerly Convention) is returning to Branson, Missouri for the third time next week. The four-day annual event heads to a new venue this year, the Tri-Lakes Center, 2527 State Highway 248 in Branson.
Taking place Tuesday, June 28 – Friday, July 1, the gospel celebration consists of daily matinee and evening concerts featuring approximately 75 Gospel musicians from across the United States.
Dino, HisSong, Beyond the Ashes, Kenny Bishop, Ann Downing, Mike Allen, The Williamsons, Praise Incorporated, 2nd Generation, Voices of Glory, Jay Stone Singers, McMillan and Life, Rod Burton, Lynda Lynn, Sunday Edition, Mystery Men, and more will be part of the Revival, which organizers say puts the spotlight on the gospel message.
Also returning will be the popular SGN Scoops Diamond Awards, as well as the Tribute to Albert Brumley and “Piano Praise” segments. Additionally, a “New Faces” afternoon concert geared toward teens and those “young at heart” has been added. A Branson GMR Prayer Team, who will pray with audience members and artists alike during the week, is a new addition this year as well.
“We continue to learn and grow and are striving to make this an even more enjoyable event, one that continues to attract new people to this great city every summer,” co-owner and host Rod Burton stated. “Meanwhile, our focus continues to be on fostering a time of refreshing and encouragement for our artists as well as the audience.”
Having won the “Pacesetter of the Year” award from AbsolutelyGospel.com for the second consecutive year, Burton and his wife and partner, Kelly Burton, look forward to building on the success of what they still consider a very new event.
“It has been a true honor to receive some Gospel industry accolades,” Kelly mentions. “What we hope that sort of recognition translates to is more people coming to hear the truly fantastic artists who gather here with us in Branson every summer, so they can receive the message of faith being offered through gospel music.”
On that note, the couple has announced that Wednesday, June 29, will be “Disaster Relief Night” at the Revival, with a portion of all ticket and program book proceeds going to aid victims of Branson and Hollister area flooding as well as the recent catastrophic tornado in Joplin, Missouri. Donations will be made to the Assemblies of God relief organization Convoy of Hope, which has already provided substantial assistance throughout the region.
Concerts are scheduled daily Tuesday, June 28 through Friday, July 1 from noon-4:00 p.m. and again from 6:00 p.m.-10:30 p.m. Ticket prices start at $18.00 per day for adults and can be purchased by calling the Tri Lakes Center at 1-800-785-1550 or 417-336-0219.
More information about Branson Gospel Music Revival can be found at www.BransonGMR.com or by calling 615-530-

SGN Scoops Digital Announces Hosts for 2011 Diamond Awards

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – (June 16, 2010) – Coastal Media Group and SGN Scoops Digital, home of the Diamond Awards, are proud to announce the hosts of this year’s 2011 Diamond Awards program. This year’s awards will be hosted by multiple Diamond Award nominees Christy Sutherland and Beyond the Ashes.
Christy Sutherland is a prized songwriter and celebrated vocalist in the Southern Gospel community. Her songs have been recorded by such artists as Sandi Patty, Triumphant Quartet, Prelude, Rizen, Kim Hopper, The Greenes, and many more. Sutherland took home the award for Traditional Song of of the Year earlier this year in the Absolutely Gospel Music Awards for penning the Triumphant Quartet hit single “Somebody Died For Me.” Sutherland has been nominated for five Diamond Awards this year – including Songwriter of the Year.
Beyond the Ashes has made great strides in the industry over the last couple of years – including a recent appearance on the Grand Ole Opry as a part of CMA Music Week. Consisting of group members Anthony Facello, Casey Rivers, and Kellan Monroe, the trio recently released their debut recording for Vine Records – Treasures Unseen. The group took home the 2011 Absolutely Gospel Music Award for Breakthrough Artist of the Year and is nominated for two Diamond Awards this year – including Trio of the Year.
Christy Sutherland said, “I'm looking forward to co-hosting the Diamond Awards this year with Beyond The Ashes. I've had the chance to visit with these guys before, and we immediately hit it off. I know it's going to be a blast sharing the stage with them. What girl wouldn't want to share the stage with such talented, funny men?!”
Anthony Facello of Beyond the Ashes said, “Beyond The Ashes considers it such an honor to be asked to co-host the 2011 Diamond Awards in Branson, Missouri this year. I'm not sure if the Diamond Awards know what they are getting themselves in to. We know that this year is sure to be the best yet."
The 2011 Diamond will once again take place at the Branson Gospel Music Revival. The show will take place on Thursday, June 30, 2011 in Branson, Missouri at the Tri-Lakes Center. The awards program will precede the Thursday evening concerts and will begin at 6:00 p.m.
For more information on the Diamond Awards – visit the SGN Scoops Digital website at http://www.sgnscoops.com .
About the Diamond Awards
The Diamond Awards were transferred over to the SGN Scoops Digital several years ago after the original home for the awards, the Gospel Voice Magazine, folded. The Diamond Awards are a fan-based award that allows the fans to choose the nominees as well as the winners in each year. The awards show is based during the Branson Gospel Music Revival every July.

The Diamond Awards to be Presented on June 30,2011

Don't miss this year's Diamond Awards!

The Branson Gospel Music Revival will host the awards program on June 30, 2011 at the Tri-Lakes Centre, Branson, during an unforgettable celebration of music and worship.Performers for the evening include Ascension Quartet, The Shireys, McMillan and Life, the Jay Stone Singers, Beyond The Ashes, High Road, and many more.

For More Information on the Diamond Awards click here.

For More Information on the Branson Gospel Music Revival click here.

2011 Diamond Awards To Be Presented June 30, 2011

Branson, Missouri - Voting is now closed for the final ballot of the prestigious Diamond Awards, which will be presented next month in Branson, Missouri. The top five nominees for each award can be found in the latest edition of SGN Scoops Digital Magazine which can be found here.

The 2011 Diamond Awards will once again be held at the Branson Gospel Music Revival. The presentation will occur on Thursday, June 30, 2011 in Branson, Missouri at the Tri-Lakes Center. The awards program will precede the Thursday evening concerts and will begin at 6:00 p.m.

Hosts and performers for the 2010 Diamond Awards will be announced at a later date.

For more information on the Diamond Awards – visit the SGN Scoops Digital website at http://www.sgnscoops.com .

For more information on the Branson Gospel Music Revival, click here.

Branson Gospel Music Revival Claims 2011 Pacesetter Award at Absolutely Gospel (SGN) Music Awards

BRANSON, Mo. – (April 14, 2011) – For the second consecutive year, the Branson Gospel Music Revival (formerly Convention) was honored as the 2011 Pacesetter Award at this year’s Absolutely Gospel Music Awards.

The Pacesetter Award honors individuals, companies, artists, events, and the like who raise the standard in the industry during the previous year. Past winners have included such names as the Crabb Family, Daywind Records, Booth Brothers, and artist manager Kathy Hannah. It is the most prestigious award handed out at the awards program, and after its second year as a major concert event in the Southern Gospel Community, the Branson Gospel Music Revival was honored again.

Branson Gospel Music Revival is owned, organized, and hosted by gospel singer Rod Burton and his wife Kelly, working as YMR Music Productions, LLC.

Rod said, “God gave us a vision for this event to make a difference in people’s lives. We’re so honored to have that recognized and supported.”

“The award is even more special to us this year,” mentioned Kelly. “I believe the gospel community is seeing what we’re about: elevating the gospel message above all. Celebrating gospel through song and changing people’s lives with its message is truly our sole purpose for the Branson Gospel Music Revival.”

During the couple’s acceptance speech, Kelly thanked the late Susan Unthank, who founded AbsolutelyGospel.com, for her legacy in the gospel music community. “Susan did not have the time or tolerance for competition,” Kelly said. “There are many fields to plow; we don’t need to fight over them. God has too much work for us to do.”

The Branson Gospel Music Revival was honored to be mentioned in the same category and stand alongside such names like SGN Scoops Digital (of which Kelly is the Editor-in-Chief), This Week in Gospel Music with Mickey Bell, Ernie Haaase and Signature Sound, and Gaither Vocal band.

The Absolutely Gospel (SGN) Music Award nominees were chosen by the staff of AbsolutelyGospel.com (formerly SoGospelNews.com) and select members of the Southern Gospel media and community. Voting was then open to fans to choose the winners.

The 2011 Absolutely Gospel (SGN) Music Awards Celebration took place on Tuesday, April 12, 2011 at River of Life Church in Smyrna, Tennessee to a standing room only crowd.



The Branson Gospel Music Revival is put on by YMR Music Productions, LLC.

The third annual Gospel Music Revival will take place Tuesday, June 28 – Friday, July 1 at the Tri-Lakes Center in Branson, MO.

Artists scheduled for the 2011 event include the HisSong, Dino, Freedom, Beyond the Ashes , The Greesons, Kenny Bishop, McMillan & Life, Sunday Edition, 2nd Generation, Rod Burton, Jay Stone Singers, Voices of Glory, Young Harmony, and many more! The Annual SGN Scoops Diamond Awards will also again take place during Branson GMR on the evening of Thursday, June 30.

More information about the Branson Gospel Music Revival can be found at http://www.bransongmr.com or by calling (615) 530-3726.



More information about YMR Music Productions, LLC. can be found at http://www.ymrmp.com or by calling (615) 530-3726.



About YMR Music Productions

YMR Music Productions, LLC. is a corporation formed initially for the exclusive purpose of organizing, promoting, and producing the Branson Gospel Music Revival.

EHA-Nashville Named Corporate Sponsor for “Diamond Awards On Tour”

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – (February 9, 2011) – Coastal Media Group and SGN Scoops Digital, home of the Diamond Awards, are excited to announce the addition of booking and promotional agency EHA-Nashville as the first corporate sponsor for the “Diamond Awards On Tour” programs.

EHA-Nashville is a promotional agency that specializes in publicity, booking, and artist direction for Southern and Country Gospel musicians. The company is spearheaded by industry veteran Evie Hawkins and currently represents a vast array of artists and ministries including Young Harmony, Jericho, Homeland Quartet, and many more.

Evie Hawkins responded, “I am so excited about being a corporate sponsor for the ‘Diamond Awards on Tour.’ Rob Patz has put together a wonderful team of ministry-minded artists and supporters to bring the public some amazing concerts. I hope everyone will join us on February 10 at Trevecca University in Nashville for the first concert!”

“Evie has been a big supporter of the Diamond Awards and especially this new tour that have put together,” mentioned Coastal Media Group’s Rob Patz. “Having her on board as a sponsor means a lot to our company and the artists that will be a part of such a great event!”

To find out more information on EHA-Nashville, visit www.eviehawkinsagency.net .

Set to take place this week in Nashville, Tennessee, the first show on this brand new tour will include performances from Wilburn & Wilburn, Driven Quartet, Beyond the Ashes, and Christy Sutherland. The first date on the “Diamond Awards On Tour” experience will be on Thursday, February 10, 2011 in Nashville, Tennessee at Trevecca Nazarene University at the Boone Business Building Convocation Center started at 6:30 p.m.

The “Diamond Awards On Tour” is a new initiative designed to take the Diamond Awards experience across the country this year. The “Diamond Awards On Tour” concert series will hit major markets and universities in an effort to bring awareness to the Diamond Awards program and attract new readers to the already popular digital magazine.

This year’s Diamond Awards program will take place on Thursday, June 30, 2011 as a part of the 3rd Annual Branson Gospel Music Revival in Branson, Missouri.

The Diamond Awards are currently accepting nominations for the Top 10 Ballot in this year’s program. To find out how you can nominate your favorite artists, visit http://www.sgnscoops.com for more information.

Hosts, performers and sponsors for the 2011 Diamond Awards will be announced at a later date.

About the Diamond Awards
The Diamond Awards were transferred over to the SGN Scoops Digital several years ago after the original home for the awards, the Gospel Voice Magazine, folded. The Diamond Awards are a fan-based award that allows the fans to choose the nominees as well as the winners in each year. The awards show is based during the Branson Gospel Music Convention every July.

Branson Gospel Music Revival Launches Prayer Ministry

BRANSON, Mo. – (January 26, 2011) – Rod & Kelly Burton, owners of YMR Music Productions, LLC and promoters of the award-winning Branson Gospel Music Revival, are excited to announce a new prayer ministry to offer artists and organizations involved in the annual event.

Kelly Burton said, “So many of us that are involved in this event have become like family. And as a family, we want to be able to lift each other up in prayer when we need to. We’ve already had a pretty devastating January with the loss of Susan Unthank of AbsolutelyGospel.com and the critical accident of Appointed by Grace’s Randy Woodrome. Both of these people have been active participants of our ‘family,’ and we know that God has acted on their behalf because of the prayers lifted up.”

Wanda Deering, wife of Branson Gospel Music Revival board member Wayne Deering, will be heading up the Email Prayer Ministry. Those who would like to submit a prayer request to the ministry or who would like to be a part of the intercessory prayer team can email prayer@bransongmc.com.

“Many artists and supporters know Ms. Wanda from her attendance at countless gospel events,” mentioned Rod Burton. “We are so grateful for her passion for prayer. Please know that needs shared with her will be taken to heart, taken to the throne, and taken no farther. We encourage you to share your needs & promise no request will be taken for granted.”

The Branson Gospel Music Revival (formerly Convention) will be returning to Branson, Missouri for the third time late last year. The Burtons also announced that the four-day annual event will be changing venues, relocating in 2011 to the Tri-Lakes Center, 2527 State Highway 248 in Branson.

The Branson Gospel Music Revival will be held Tuesday, June 28 – Friday, July 1, 2011 at the Tri-Lakes Center. Over a hundred gospel artists from across the country will be there to perform, including returning favorites HisSong, Beyond the Ashes, Freedom, Kenny Bishop, Dan Keeton Quartet, The Williamsons, Praise Incorporated, 2nd Generation, Jay Stone Singers, McMillan and Life, Rod Burton, Lynda Lynn, Sunday Edition, Mystery Men Quartet, and more.

They also confirmed the return of Branson’s Dino Kartsonakis, who will headline one night of the event. Also returning will be the popular SGN Scoops Diamond Awards and the “Piano Jubilee.”

Tickets have already gone on sale and can be purchased from the Tri-Lakes Center box office by calling (417) 336-0219.

More information about Branson Gospel Music Revival can be found at www.BransonGMR.com or by calling (708) 362-8172.

SGN Scoops Diamond Awards Take the Show On the Road

“Diamond Awards On Tour” To Hit Major Markets and Universities Across the Country




NASHVILLE, Tenn. – (January 26, 2011) – Coastal Media Group and SGN Scoops Digital, home of the Diamond Awards, are excited to announce details regarding a new initiative to take the Diamond Awards experience across the country this year. The “Diamond Awards On Tour” concert series will hit major markets and universities in an effort to bring awareness to the Diamond Awards program and attract new readers to the already popular digital magazine.

“We are always looking for new ways to expand the audience of our magazine and this form of Gospel music that we represent. We feel like these shows are going to be a good way to tell people around the country about the Diamond Awards while also giving them a little taste of what Southern Gospel music is all about,” mentioned Rob Patz of Coastal Media Group.

"Our vision of the Diamond Awards is to give all Gospel music fans a forum to have their voices heard - whether their favorite artist is on top of every chart or someone they discovered in a little country church,” mentioned Kelly Burton, editor-in-chief of SGN Scoops Digital. “Bringing live music to Gospel music fans through concerts such as this is a natural extension of our goal, and we're excited to present artists who embody the combination of traditional and progressive ideals that we promote in SGN Scoops magazine."

The first date on the “Diamond Awards On Tour” experience will be on Thursday, February 10, 2011 in Nashville, Tennessee at Trevecca Nazarene University.

Trevecca Nazarene University’s Dr. Dan Boone said, “We are thrilled to host the first ‘Diamond Awards on Tour’ concert at Trevecca Nazarene University. With Trevecca located in the heart of Music City and our many music and music business programs, this concert is a terrific match for our campus.”

Performers for the first concert at Trevecca Nazarene University as well as future dates, locations and performers will be announced at a later date.

This year’s Diamond Awards program will take place on Thursday, June 30, 2011 as a part of the 3rd Annual Branson Gospel Music Revival in Branson, Missouri.

The Diamond Awards are currently accepting nominations for the Top 10 Ballot in this year’s program. To find out how you can nominate your favorite artists, visit http://www.sgnscoops.com for more information.

Hosts, performers and sponsors for the 2011 Diamond Awards will be announced at a later date.

About the Diamond Awards
The Diamond Awards were transferred over to the SGN Scoops Digital several years ago after the original home for the awards, the Gospel Voice Magazine, folded. The Diamond Awards are a fan-based award that allows the fans to choose the nominees as well as the winners in each year. The awards show is based during the Branson Gospel Music Revival every July.

Branson Gospel Music Revival to Return in Summer 2011

BRANSON, Mo. – (November 4, 2010) – The Branson Gospel Music Revival (formerly Convention) will be returning to Branson, Missouri for the third time, announced Rod and Kelly Burton, the owners of YMR Music Productions, LLC. The Burtons also announced that the four-day annual event will be changing venues, relocating in 2011 to the Tri-Lakes Center, 2527 State Highway 248 in Branson.

At a press gathering on Wednesday, kicked-off with a performance by Branson performing family Twice Adopted, the couple discussed the success of the 2010 event and developing plans for its return in 2011.

“We added a day to our event while our nation saw a drop in its economy and the concert business, yet our attendance grew by 10 percent over our first year,” Kelly Burton stated. “We are thankful to all those in the Branson media and marketplace who have welcomed us and our guests over the past two summers, and we’re very excited about our return.”

The Branson Gospel Music Revival will be held Tuesday, June 28 – Friday, July 1, 2011 at the Tri-Lakes Center. Over a hundred gospel artists from across the country will be there to perform, including returning favorites Beyond the Ashes, Freedom, Kenny Bishop, Dan Keeton Quartet, The Williamsons, Praise Incorporated, 2nd Generation, Jay Stone Singers, McMillan and Life, Rod Burton, Lynda Lynn, Sunday Edition, Mystery Men, and more.

They also confirmed the return of Branson’s Dino Kartsonakis, who will headline one night of the event.

Also returning will be the popular SGN Scoops Diamond Awards and the “Piano Jubilee.”

“We continue to learn and grow and are striving to make this an even more enjoyable event, one that continues to attract new people to this great city every summer,” Rod Burton stated.

The couple said that the event would be pared back to four days and concert times would be shortened by an hour to allow time for daily morning worship services, mentoring and fellowship time for artists, and so that guests’ schedules are flexible enough to allow them to enjoy other Branson attractions.

“We have cut down the number of artists we will feature, but our hope is to sharpen the spotlight on the gospel message and to allow our audience the energy to get to know the artists in the lobby area and get to know the town of Branson,” Kelly Burton said.

In the coming weeks, announcements will confirm the event’s partnership with other Branson shows and businesses to offer ticket and vacation packages.

Tickets will be going on sale this month and can be purchased from the Tri-Lakes Center box office by calling (417) 336-0219.

More information about Branson Gospel Music Revival can be found at www.BransonGMR.com or by calling (708) 362-8172.