Gospel Music FanFair Returns to Somerset, Kentucky for 11th Annual Event

(Kennedy, AL / January 19, 2015)

Wilds & Associates is gearing up for another exciting week of family fun, Christian fellowship and live Gospel music at the 2015 Gospel Music FanFair slated for May 18-23, 2015.

Returning to Somerset, Kentucky, the 11th annual event will be held in the Center for Rural Development’s beautiful state-of-the-art performance theatre. The prestigious Center is located in the heart of the beautiful Lake Cumberland. The theatre is the “crown jewel and showpiece’ of The Center, where some of the top names in music have performed including the world-renowned National Symphony Orchestra.

On-site parking and plenty of nearby hotel accommodations will ensure convenience to artists, vendors, and fans. And in addition to all the outdoor fun of Lake Cumberland, Somerset offers a wide variety of shops, restaurants and attractions suitable for the entire family.

Gospel music fans will enjoy the best in Southern, Bluegrass, Inspiration, Urban, and Country Gospel music with live performances from more than 100 of today’s favorite artists. Daily events throughout the week include morning worship services, daily showcases, afternoon matinees, and the 2015 Gospel Music Fan Awards.

Presented by Christian Voice Magazine, the annual Gospel Music Fan Awards were established to honor the legends, acknowledge accomplishments and recognize fan favorites within the Gospel music industry. Gospel Music Fan Award recipients are decided upon solely by Gospel music fans and enthusiasts through a two-ballot voting process. Open nominations are currently being accepted. Log on to www.christianvoicemagazine.com or www.gospelmusicfanfair.com to cast your vote.

General admission is free, so make your plans now to attend the 11th Annual Gospel Music FanFair. For hotel reservations or for more information, call Wilds & Associates at 205-662-4826 or visit www.gospelmusicfanfair.com.

Winners of the 2014 Gospel Music Fan Awards Announced

(May 17, 2014 - Somerset, KY) Highlighting the final evening of the 10th annual Gospel Music FanFair in Somerset, Kentucky, Christian Voice Magazine presented the 2014 Gospel Music Fan Awards to an enthusiastic audience at The Center’s beautiful Performing Arts Theatre.

Both Michael Wayne Smith and newcomer Jesse Reece took home the 2014 ‘Male Horizon’ Award. This is the first time in the history of the Gospel Music Fan Awards that a category vote resulted in a tie.

The Parish Family won ‘Favorite Group’ as voted by Gospel music fans, and Jason Crabb nabbed the win for ‘Favorite Soloist.’ Crabb also won ‘Favorite Album’ for “Love Is Stronger,” while “But God” by The Steeles took first place as ‘Favorite Video.’

Gospel music fans voted in 25 categories beginning with an open nomination ballot in February, 2014. The Top Ten ballot was published in March, where fans placed their final votes. Here is the complete list of winners, as voted by Gospel music fans:

LIVING LEGEND
Paul Roark

FAITHFUL SERVANT
Margie Tanner

PRODUCER OF THE YEAR
Shane Roark

CONCERT PROMOTER OF THE YEAR
Bill Bailey (Bill Bailey Concerts)

RADIO PROMOTER OF THE YEAR
Perry Edge (Double E Promotions)

FAVORITE WEBSITE
www.sgnscoops.com

FAVORITE TV SHOW
Great American Gospel

FAVORITE RADIO PERSONALITY
Hunter Logan (HLE Radio)

FAVORITE RADIO STATION
WSHE 1270 AM (Columbus, GA)

FAVORITE SONG
He Gave All He Had (Tim Livingston)

FAVORITE VIDEO
But God (The Steeles)

FAVORITE ALBUM
Love Is Stronger (Jason Crabb)

FAVORITE SONGWRITER
Ricky Atkinson

FAVORITE MUSICIAN
Shannon Shelby (Eternal Vision)

FAVORITE BAND
The Sneed Family

FAVORITE COMEDIAN
Stuart Stallings

FAVORITE CROSSOVER ARTIST
Marty Raybon (Soloist)

HORIZON GROUP
Crimson Ridge

FEMALE HORIZON
Ashley Repass (Soloist)

MALE HORIZON
Michael Wayne Smith (Soloist)
Jesse Reece (Soloist)

FAVORITE FEMALE VOCALIST
Karen Peck Gooch (Karen Peck & New River)

FAVORITE MALE VOCALIST
Tim Livingston (Soloist)

FAVORITE SOLOIST
Jason Crabb

FAVORITE DUET
Back Home

FAVORITE GROUP
The Parish Family

Jim Sheldon Scores Another #1

Stanford, KY (February 18, 2014) Country Gospel singer Jim Sheldon has scored another #1 song on the CASHBOX Country Gospel Chart. The Classic Gospel song “I Saw A Man” is penned by Arthur Smith. Many artists have recorded this song since it was written back in the 1960s, but Jim puts his own touch to the song and has earned the attention of DJs across the country.

Jim also claimed the #1 spot with “I Saw A Man” on the Christian Music Weekly Country Chart as well as on the Country Gospel Top 100 Chart in the Christian Voice Magazine.

Jim stated “I am so blessed to be honored by the Country Gospel genre where my music and ministry have been welcomed. I want to thank all the DJs for playing this song.”

Jim's popularity is no doubt influenced by his weekly appearance as The Positive Cowboy on The Music City Show. The Music City Show is a weekly TV program shown on RFD-TV and FamilyNet about to enter it's second season.

In other good news, Jim Sheldon was recently awarded #2 Male Vocalist of the Year with the Indie Gospel Artists.

To learn more about Jim Sheldon go to http://www.jimsheldonmusic.com or https://www.facebook.com/jim.sheldon .

You can book Jim by contacting Bev McCann at bev@godseyandassociates.com .

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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.

Nominations Now Being Accepted for Christian Voice Magazine’s 2014 Gospel Music Fan Awards

(Kennedy, AL / February 4, 2014)

Christian Voice Magazine has merged their awards programs formerly known as the Southern Gospel Music Fan Awards and the Country Gospel Music Fan Awards. The change was made to coincide with the new six-day Gospel Music FanFair event being held this spring in Somerset, KY and to accommodate a broader spectrum of Gospel music sub-genres.

The name of the awards program has been officially changed to the Christian Voice Magazine Gospel Music Fan Awards. The program remains 100% fan-based, but Gospel music fans can now vote for their favorites from multiple progressive and traditional conservative sub-genres including Southern Gospel, Country Gospel, Christian Country, Bluegrass Gospel, Inspirational, Urban Gospel, and Worship.

Voting has begun with the open nomination ballot where fans can list their choices in 25 categories. The second and final ballot listing the top ten nominees in each category will be published March 17, 2014.

Awards will be given as winners are announced at the 2014 Christian Voice Gospel Music Fan Awards program on May 17, 2014, during the 10th annual Gospel Music FanFair at the Center for Rural Development in Somerset, KY.

Visit www.christianvoicemagazine.com for voting rules and to access the online nomination ballot.

Jim Sheldon Scores Another #1 In Country Gospel

Stanford, KY (February 1, 2014) Jim Sheldon, possibly the nicest Country Gospel singer in the world, achieved another number one in the Christian Country charts. The Christian Voice magazine shows Jim at the number one spot in their Country Gospel Top 100 Chart for February 2014.

Jim claims this spot for his rendition of the classic Gospel song “I Saw A Man” penned by Arthur Smith. Many artists have recorded this song since it was written back in the 1960s, but Jim puts his own touch to the song and has earned the attention of DJs across the country.

Jim Sheldon can be seen every week on Music City Show, a TV program shown on RFD-TV and FamilyNet. You can see him as the Positive Cowboy on this weekly show.

To learn more about Jim Sheldon go to http://www.jimsheldonmusic.com or https://www.facebook.com/jim.sheldon .

You can book Jim by contacting Bev McCann at bev@godseyandassociates.com .

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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.

Jim Sheldon Claims #1 Song On CMW Chart

Danville, KY (November 15, 2013) The award nominated 'Positive Cowboy' Jim Sheldon saw his latest single “I Saw A Man” debut at #1 on the Christian Music Weekly Country Chart. It also landed #14 on the Christian Voice Magazine Country Chart and #31 on their Southern Gospel Chart for December.
“All glory and praise goes to my Lord Jesus Christ” Jim stated, “Without Him I am nothing.”
Jim is a weekly regular on The Music City Show performing as the 'Positive Cowboy'. The show is produced by Godsey and Associates and shown on RFDTV weekly on Thursday nights. He is backed up on the show by The Blue Jean Band consisting of the finest musicians in Nashville.
Jim Sheldon also has a popular yearly Homecoming in Danville, Kentucky. This year featuring not only Jim and The Blue Jean Band but also special guests The Isaacs.
You can learn more about Jim Sheldon at http://www.jimsheldonmusic.com or https://www.facebook.com/pages/Jim-Sheldon .
You can reach Jim by E-mail at puttinggod1st@yahoo.com .
To book Jim Sheldon contact bev@godseyandassociates.com .

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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.

Wilds & Associates Announces Positive Changes for 2014 Gospel Music Event

(Kennedy, AL / October 2, 2013)

In 2005, Southern Gospel Music FanFair launched its inaugural event in Chattanooga, Tenneessee. The event moved to Pigeon Forge, Tennessee in 2009. The following year, Wilds & Associates launched the Country Gospel Music FanFest, adding even more variety for Gospel music fans.

With great anticipation of their 10th anniversary event, Wilds & Associates has announced exciting changes coming in 2014.

SGM FanFair and CGM FanFest are being combined into one event. Beginning with their 2014 season, Gospel music fans can now enjoy a variety of traditional and progressive Southern, Country, Bluegrass, Inspirational and Urban Gospel music all under one roof.

This will also mean a name change for the annual, six-day event. Encompassing the various sub-genres, the event name has been officially changed to Gospel Music FanFair.

As a result of the name change, a new website is currently under development at www.gospelmusicfanfair.com. The new site will offer all the information about the 2014 event, including an artist appearance itinerary for attendees, exhibit booth information for artists and vendors, daily scheduled activities, ticket information and much more.

The event will continue to feature morning worship services, afternoon matinees, daily showcases, evening concerts and a newly revamped fan awards show. (Details concerning the new Gospel Music Fan Awards are forthcoming.)

The biggest change, perhaps, is the location of the newly reorganized event. The new Gospel Music FanFair will premier at the state-of-the-art theatre of the Center for Rural Development in Somerset, Kentucky. The prestigious Center is located in the heart of the beautiful Lake Cumberland. The theatre is the “crown jewel and showpeice’ of The Center, where some of the top names in music have performed including the world-renowned National Symphony Orchestra.

On-site parking and plenty of nearby hotel accommodations will ensure convenience to artists, vendors, and fans. And in addition to all the outdoor fun of Lake Cumberland, Somerset offers a wide variety of shops, restaurants and attractions suitable for the entire family.

The Gospel Music FanFair is scheduled to take place May 12-17, 2014.

Randall Wilds, CEO of Wilds & Associates, states, “We believe these changes will result in a very positive experience for attendees. Everyone is cordially invited to join us for this special 10th anniversary event as we continue the tradition of Gospel music, fellowship and family fun - creating wonderful memories for years to come.”

For more information, visit the new website at www.gospelmusicfanfair.com or call Wilds & Associates at 205-662-4826.

Dixie Melody Boys Claim Numerous Top Honors At SGM Fan Awards

(Friday May 3, 2013)- SongGarden Music artists, The Dixie Melody Boys solidified their rise back to the top of Southern Gospel at last night's Southern Gospel Fan Awards held in Pigeon Forge, TN. The SGM Fan Awards are presented by the Christian Voice Magazine and honor the best in Southern Gospel music as chosen by the fans. The night was filled with great performances by the Dixie Melody Boys, Palmetto State Quartet, the Hemphills, Phil Cross, the Diplomats and many more.

The Dixie Melody Boys received the most Top 5 Nominations of any group with eleven nominations including Favorite Album, Song and Video. Hall of fame member Ed O'Neal took home the Favorite Bass Singer award for the second year in a row. Steven Cooper won the Favorite Baritone award. "We are so happy for Steven. As many know, he will be stepping down soon so to have the fans honor him and his five years with us this way is wonderful." said Ed O'Neal.

Mike Rogers, who has been with the group just under a year was also honored by being nominated in the Top 5 for Favorite Lead Singer and Young Excelling Artist. Matt Felts won the Favorite Tenor Award having made the Top 5 two years in a row. "Just to be on the list with men like Michael Booth, David Phelps, Brian Free and Jeff Hawes is a huge honor. These men are my heroes. I am so grateful that God has allowed me to sing for him." said Matt Felts. Ending the night on a high note, the Dixie Melody Boys won Favorite Male Quartet for the second year in a row.

The last two years have shown the Dixie Melody Boys are riding high again with no signs of slowing down. To learn more check them out at http://www.dixiemelodyboys.com/

Jim Sheldon Reaches Top Ten In Country Gospel Chart

Danville, KY (April 19, 2013) Award nominated Jim Sheldon was excited when he got the news of his new song doing well on radio. Jim was elated as he said “I just got word from Christian Voice Magazine with news that I have my first Top Ten Charting song on their charts.”
Sheldon's song “I Would Crawl All The Way” went to number 9 on the Christian Voice Christian Country Chart and went to number 43 on the CVM Southern Gospel Chart. Both charts are for the month of June.
“I Would Crawl All The Way” can be heard on ReverbNation, and it can be seen at www.youtube.com/watch?v=4NdS-xuZ2l8 .
You can reach Jim Sheldon at http://jimsheldonmusic.com, https://www.facebook.com/jim.sheldon, or E-mail him at Contact@JimSheldon.com .

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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.

THE ROYS Receive CGM Fan Awards Nomination for Favorite Duo

NEW DAY DAWNING Debuts on Bluegrass Unlimited Magazine's Top 15 Albums Chart

Nashville, TN (January 7, 2013) Rural Rhythm Records is proud to announce brother/sister Bluegrass duo THE ROYS have received Christian Gospel Music (CGM) Fan Awards Nomination in the Favorite Duo category. Fans can view the complete list of top ten nominees and CAST THEIR VOTE at Christian Voice Magazine.

The third and final ballots listing the top-five finalists in each category will be published by Christian Voice Magazine in March. Awards will be given as winners are announced at the 2013 CGM Fan Awards in Pigeon Forge, TN this spring. The CGM Fan Awards will be held April 27 during the week of CGM FanFest. For more information, please visit www.cgmfanfest.com.

THE ROYS' hit single "Still Standing" climbs again this month to reach the Number 14 spot on Bluegrass Unlimited Magazine's TOP 30 Songs Chart with the album, NEW DAY DAWNING, making its debut this month on the publication's Top 15 Albums Chart. This has certainly been a landmark album for the duo as NEW DAY DAWNING debuted at Number 2 on the BILLBOARD Bluegrass Albums Chart last September and two weeks later climbed to Number 1 on Amazon's Bluegrass Best Sellers list.

Lee and Elaine have just wrapped up an incredible year that brought them and Bluegrass music into the national spotlight with their high profile TV appearances on: CBS This Morning, Fox & Friends, Marie, Daytime, The Better Show, and Daily Buzz. They also appeared on the PBS programs Pa's Fiddle: Charles Ingalls, American Fiddler and Song of the Mountains; RFD-TV's Reno's Old Time Music Festival; CMC Australia/Sky TV-U.K. Bluegrass Mountains TV Show and the Dr. Steve Show.

THE ROYS will hit the high seas later this month on the Danny Stewart Bluegrass Cruise January 20-23 where they will perform along with other Bluegrass artists: Nu-Blu, The Spinney Brothers, Dave Nichols and Spare Change, Ernie Evans and the Florida State Bluegrass Band and more. For a complete tour schedule and more information on THE ROYS, please visit www.TheRoysOnline.com.

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Christian Voice Magazine Announces Top 10 Nominees for the 2013 Country Gospel Music Fan Awards and Southern Gospel Music Fan Awards

Kennedy, AL - Christian Voice Magazine presents two fan-based awards programs annually to honor artists and industry professionals in both Country Gospel and Southern Gospel genres.

In the past, fans were given the opportunity to submit open nominations and then vote from a top five finalists ballot to determine the winning recipients. This year, the voting was expanded to a three-phase process to include a ballot for the top ten nominees. Open nominations for the 2013 SGM Fan Awards and CGM Fan Awards were accepted during the month of November 2012.

With nominations in seven categories, Marty Raybon leads with the most nominations including Favorite Crossover Artist, Favorite Male Vocalist and Living Legend in the CGM Fan Awards. Solo artist Tim Livingston and Christian Country band Sunday Drive are tied with six nominations each. For his hit song, "Here's A Miracle" (written by Larry Petree), Tim Livingston garnered nominations for both Favorite Album and Favorite Song. Sunday Drive also nabbed a nomination for Favorite Album ("Top of the World") as well as Favorite Band, Favorite Musician (Dusty Treece) and Favorite Female Vocalist (Misty Treece). The Roarks follow closely with five nominations including Favorite Group, Promoter of the Year (Jetta Roark) and Living Legend (Paul Roark).

Dominating this year's SGM Fan Awards with ten nominations is none other than the legendary Dixie Melody Boys. Included among their nominations are Favorite Male Quartet, Favorite Song and Favorite Album (The Call is Still the Same), Favorite Video (Reunion: 50 Years of Influence), and Living Legend (Ed O' Neal). Greater Vision and Karen Peck & New River both have eight nominations each while The Perrys, The Collingsworth Family and newcomers Noah's Faith are tied with seven nominations each. Following closely, tied with six nominations each are The Hoppers, The Journeymen Quartet and Brothers Redeemed. Jason Crabb and David Phelps are the top two nominees in the Favorite Male Vocalist category while Canton Junction and Wilburn & Wilburn are among the top nominees for New Excelling Artist.

The third and final ballots listing the top five finalists in each category will be published in March 2013. Awards will be given as winners are announced at the 2013 CGM Fan Awards and SGM Fan Awards in Pigeon Forge, TN this spring. The CGM Fan Awards will be held April 27, 2013 during the week of CGM FanFest and the SGM Fan Awards will be held May 2, 2013 during the week of SGM FanFair. For more information about these events, visit www.cgmfanfest.com and www.sgmfanfair.com.

To access the ballots and view the complete list of top ten nominees, visit www.christianvoicemagazine.com.

Miles Pike New CD Blood Kin Slated For October Release

October is a month of celebration for Miles Pike. First of all, this October, Miles is celebrating his fourth #1 song, "Teach Me To Love Like That," in the Christian Voice Magazine, off his CD, "Walk Through The Pages." As it happens, October is also the six-year anniversary of full time ministry for Miles. This being Miles' sixth year of full time ministry, he is also lining out details for his 6th annual homecoming concert this month. Last but not least, Miles' fourth CD project, "Blood Kin" is slated to be released in October.

This project is a 15-track collaboration of some of the greatest minds in Nashville, including Gary Prim, Kelly Back, Reggie & Ladye Love Smith, and Tommy Cooper, just to name a few. Also appearing as a special guest vocalist on two songs is the late Stephen Hill, in one of his last vocal recordings before he went home to glory.

In the truest sense, "Blood Kin" is near and dear to Miles' heart, because it features songs from the pen of his Dad and the voice talents of his Mom, aunt, and wife. The release of this CD falls on the six-year anniversary of full-time, national ministry for Miles.

Miles' sixth annual homecoming concert on March 2, 2013 at 6:00PM, will highlight this CD's theme by featuring a 75 voice choir made up of volunteers from over 35 churches in the east Texas area. This unique body of believers have come to represent their church in worship, and to make the statement that we are all brothers and sisters in Christ. Not Baptists, not Methodists, not Pentecostal, Nazarene, or any other denomination we may use to describe ourselves. We are all first and foremost, blood kin, through Christ's sacrifice.

The choir will back Miles up on several of his new songs, and will also accompany special guest, Gaither Homecoming Artist, Larry Ford. There are a handful of slots still available for volunteers in the choir. If this is something that you feel you would like to be part of, please contact Miles through his website at www.MilesPikeMusic.com.

From the beginning these annual homecoming concerts have been sponsored by Miles as a gift back to his community. Doors are open to all, and a freewill offering will be received. This special evening of worship will begin at 6:00PM at Colonial Hills Baptist Church, on South Broadway, in Tyler, TX. Doors open at 5:00PM, so come early for the best seats. In celebration of all this happening, www.MilesPikeMusic.comwill feature for the month of October a product special: All four of Miles' CDs for $40 and free shipping. You can also check out the digital store for your iPod or MP3 player.

Keep current with updates and concert dates in your area at Miles' fan page on Facebook."

Patterson Promotions Makes Top 5 in “Promoter of Year” CGM Fan Awards

EHA-Nashville, TN} National radio promoter, Pauline Patterson, founder of Patterson Promotions, was recently placed in the Top 5 finalists list for “Promoter of the Year” in the 2012 Country Gospel Music Fan Awards.

The CGM, presented by Christian Voice Magazine, announced the top nominees this week in 22 categories. Pauline notes, “I am humbled and honored to have this kind of support. Country Gospel Music reaches so many hearts, and I’m so glad to be a part of promoting the music ministries of so many wonderful artists. It’s a blessing to be involved, and a huge blessing to be nominated!”
Voting is currently underway to determine final winners, who will be announced at the 2012 CGM Fan Awards program, April 28, 2012, during the 3rd annual CGM FanFest, in Pigeon Forge, TN. A
ll ballots must be submitted by March 31, 2012.
For a full list of awards criteria, other categories, and to vote, visit the website: http://www.christianvoicemagazine.com/cgmvote.html

Christian Voice Magazine Announces Top Five Finalists in 2012 SGM and CGM Fan Awards

Each year, Christian Voice Magazine presents the Country Gospel Music Fan Awards and Southern Gospel Music Fan Awards. Award recipients are decided upon solely by Country and Southern Gospel Music fans through a simple, two-phase voting process for each genre. Open nominations for this year's awards were accepted during the month of January 2012. Nominations have been tallied and the results are in.

Leading this year’s CGM Fan Awards with nominations in seven categories is inspirational singer/songwriter/musician Cindy Hughlett. Following close behind, The Burress Family and Miles Pike, with 5 nominations each. The Parish Family, Sunday Drive, Joan Gregory, Marty Raybon, James Payne and Epp Mevin Walls are tied with three nominations each. In non-artist categories, Double E Promotions leads the way with three nominations, including ‘Promoter of the Year.’

Karen Peck & New River dominates the 2012 SGM Fan Awards with nominations in eight categories, and The Dixie Melody Boys are still at the top of their game with seven nominations, including Ed O’ Neal for the ‘Naomi Sego’ Living Legend Award. The Perrys follow with six nominations along with Brothers Redeemed - a North Carolina-based quartet rising to the occasion to the delight of Southern Gospel quartet fans. Eternal Vision garnered five nominations, followed by The Nelons and The Hoppers who tied with four nominations each.

Awards will be given as winners are announced at the CGM Fan Awards and the SGM Fan Awards shows, both presented by Christian Voice Magazine at the Smoky Mountain Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, TN. The CGM Fan Awards program will take place on Saturday April 28, 2012, during the week of Country Gospel Music FanFest. The SGM Fan Awards program will be held on Thursday May 3, 2012, during the week of Southern Gospel Music FanFair. For more information on these events, visit www.cgmfanfest.com and www.sgmfanfair.com.

John Lanier, Executive Editor for Christian Voice Magazine, states, “On behalf of CVM staff and management, we are grateful for the enormous participation by Gospel music fans with the first of this two-part voting process. These awards are just one of the many ways we can express our appreciation for this music we love and say thanks to so many who make it happen. Congratulations to all of the nominees.”

To view the complete list of Top 5 Finalists and cast your online vote in the 2012 CGM Fan Awards and the 2012 SGM Fan Awards, visit www.christianvoicemagazine.com.

Christian Voice Magazine Announces 2011 Southern and Country Gospel Music Fan Award Nominees

Karen Peck & New River, Triumphant and The Isaacs Dominate SGM Fan Award Nominations

Sunday Drive, Allen Frizzell & Family, Brett Hill and Tommy Brandt Top the List of CGM Fan Award Nominees

During the month of February gospel music fans had the opportunity to nominate their favorite artists for the 7th Annual SGM Fan Awards and the inaugural CGM Fan Awards to be held this spring in Pigeon Forge, TN.

The results are in, and early this morning Christian Voice magazine announced the top five nominees.

Garnering the most nominations in the SGM Fan Awards this year are Triumphant Quartet, The Isaacs, and Karen Peck & New River – tied with five nominations each. Closely following are Gold City Quartet, The Nelons and Singing Echoes each with nominations in four categories. The Bowling Family gained the most nominations in the “Favorite Song” category for their hit, Pray Anyway. LuLu Roman is first in line for the “Naomi Sego Living Legend” award.

In the CGM Fan Awards, Brett Hill, Sunday Drive, Allen Frizzell & Family and Tommy Brandt all scored big with each winning four nominations. Country Gospel veterans Chuck Day and Del Way are closely behind with three nominations each, including Del’s nomination for “Living Legend.” I Supplied the Nails by Country Gospel’s newest boy band, The Springs, is at the top of the “Favorite Song” category.

CGM Fan Award winners will be announced at the inaugural CGM Fan Awards ceremony on Saturday, April 30, 2011, during CGM FanFest. The following week, on Thursday May 5, 2011, the 7th Annual SGM Fan Awards will take place during the week of SGM FanFair.

For more information on both of these upcoming events, visit www.cgmfanfest.com and www.sgmfanfair.com.

In the meantime, gospel music fans can also log on to www.christianvoicemagazine.com to view the complete lists of top 5 finalists and cast votes for their favorite Southern and Country Gospel music artists.

CGM FanFest and SGM FanFair are produced by Wilds & Associates (http://www.wildsandassociates.com/).
The CGM and SGM Fan Awards are presented by Christian Voice Magazine (http://www.christianvoicemagazine.com/).

Gospel Music Returns to the Great Smoky Mountains with 2 Great Events This Spring

CGM FanFest and SGM FanFair warm up the season with multi-day, live gospel music concert events

Slated for this spring, two major events are returning to the Great Smoky Mountains - Country Gospel Music FanFest and Southern Gospel Music FanFair. Both events will be held at the Smoky Mountain Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, TN.

The 2nd Annual CGM FanFest - April 28-30 - will bring three days and nights jam-packed with daily showcases and evening concerts, featuring live performances from some of today's top Country Gospel artists such as Buddy Jewell, Clinton Gregory, The Roarks, James Payne, Gayla Earlene and many others. (See full schedule at the CGM FanFest website). On Saturday night, Christian Voice Magazine will present the inaugural CGM Fan Awards, where fans pay tribute to their favorite Country Gospel artists. CGM FanFest is sure to please any fan who likes their gospel music served up country style.

The following week, May 2-7, gospel music fans from all over the nation will gather to enjoy the best in Southern Gospel music, fellowship and family fun at the 7th Annual SGM FanFair. This six-day event is filled with morning worship services, daily showcases and evening concerts featuring performances from some of America's best-loved artists, including Triumphant, The Dove Brothers, The Nelons, Tony Gore & Majesty, The Singing Echoes, The Sons Family, The Freemans...and many, many more. (See full schedule at the SGM FanFair website). The 2011 SGM Fan Awards will also be featured on Thursday night, presented by Christian Voice Magazine. SGM FanFair is a "must-see" event for anyone who loves Southern Gospel music.

The CGM Fan Awards and the SGM Fan Awards are strictly fan-based, meaning that award recipients are voted and determined by gospel music fans. Nomination ballots for both awards programs went online February 1st. Open nominations are being accepted through February 28th...so there is still time to list nominations for your favorite artists. But don't delay, there are only a few days left. (The second and final ballots, listing the top 5 nominees will go online March 1st.)

Promoter Randall Wilds states, "Support your favorite Southern and Country Gospel artists with your nominations and make plans to attend CGM FanFest and SGM FanFair in the beautiful Smoky Mountains this spring!"

To order tickets and for more information about CGM FanFest, visit www.cgmfanfest.com.
To order tickets and for more information about SGM FanFair, visit www.sgmfanfair.com.
Or, you may call Wilds & Associates at 205-662-4826.

To nominate your favorite Country Gospel artists for the CGM Fan Awards, go to http://www.christianvoicemagazine.com/cgmnominations.html.
To nominate your favorite Southern Gospel artists for the SGM Fan Awards, go to http://www.christianvoicemagazine.com/nominationballot.html.

CGM FanFest and SGM FanFair are produced by Wilds & Associates (www.wildsandassociates.com).
The CGM and SGM Fan Awards are presented by Christian Voice Magazine (www.christianvoicemagazine.com).

Christian Voice Magazine Announces 2011 SGM Fan Awards and Country Gospel Music Fan Awards Ballots

Nomination Ballots Now Available for Both Southern Gospel and Country Gospel Music Fan Awards

Nominations are now being accepted for the 2011 SGM Fan Awards as presented annually by Christian Voice magazine. The nomination ballot marks the first of a two-phase process in which Gospel music fans may list nominations for their favorite artists within the Southern Gospel music genre.

Christian Voice magazine has also announced the new Country Gospel Music Fan Awards, with the inaugural CGM Fan Awards ceremony being held this spring. Like the SGM Fan Awards, the initial nomination ballot is now available for fans to list nominations for their favorite Country Gospel artists.

Both ballots can be accessed by visiting ChristianVoiceMagazine.com. Nominations are being accepted through February 28, 2011. The final ballots listing the Top 5 finalists in each category will be available March 1, 2011.

Both awards ceremonies will be held in Pigeon Forge, TN at the Smoky Mountain Convention Center. The inaugural CGM Fan Awards will take place at 6pm, Saturday, April 30, 2011, and the 7th Annual SGM Fan Awards will take place at 6pm, Thursday, May 5th, 2011.

Visit ChristianVoiceMagazine.com to view voting guidelines and to access the SGM and CGM Fan Awards nomination ballots.

Support your favorite Southern and Country Gospel artists with your nominations and make plans to attend the CGM Fan Awards and the SGM Fan Awards in the beautiful Smoky Mountains this spring!