Trace Adkins adds Grammy Winner Jason Crabb to Christmas Tour

(Nashville, TN – Dec 5, 2014) – Jason Crabb - Grammy winner and twenty-one time GMA Dove Award winner - will join country music superstar Trace Adkins as his very special guest on the final leg of The Christmas Show tour this season.

Throughout the evening, Trace Adkins tells the Christmas story and displays reverence for the true reason for the season - Jesus Christ - and Crabb is a perfect compliment to the evening. This is the second annual Christmas Show Tour, which features humorous and historical narration, gorgeous Celtic carols with his twelve-piece “Sarepta Symphony,” and renowned Scottish singer, Alyth McCormack.

Crabb will get audiences in the Christmas spirit with songs like "Mary, Did You Know," "Let's Make A Baby King," "Don't Save It All For Christmas Day," among others.

“I’m excited about Jason joining for a few dates,” Adkins stated. “I’ve wanted to work with him for a long time and I’m glad our schedules finally worked out. This is the perfect tour for us to work together”

Crabb said: "I can't wait to join Trace for his Christmas Show tour. We're going to have a great time celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ - the true reason for the season. You don't want to miss this!"

As an early Christmas gift, participating venues will gift a copy of Trace’s first-ever Christmas album, The King's Gift to ticket buyers along with their ticket purchase.

A full list of tour dates and tickets can be found online at www.JasonCrabb.com

Remaining Shows of The Christmas Show 2014 Tour with Jason Crabb
12/10 - Fayetteville, NC - Crown Theatre
12/13 - Cherokee, NC - Harrah’s Event Center
12/16 - Memphis, TN - The Orpheum Theatre
12/17 - Atlanta, GA - Atlanta Symphony Hall
12/18 - Mobile, AL - Saenger Theatre
12/19 - Jacksonville, FL - Florida Theater
12/20 - Ft. Pierce, FL - Sunrise Theater

ABOUT JASON CRABB: Grammy Award winner Jason Crabb is one of the most highly respected, versatile and talented artists to ever grace a stage. His soulful, heartfelt vocals have made him a critics’ pick and a fan favorite on stages ranging from “The Grand Ole Opry” and the Brooklyn Tabernacle to arena platforms. Crabb is the reigning GMA Dove Awards’ Male Vocalist of the Year and currently holds twenty-one Dove Awards including Artist of the Year in addition to his Grammy. With a string of number one hits and chart-topping singles, a tour schedule of over 150 dates annually, and ongoing high-profile TV appearances, this vocal powerhouse’s talent is topped only by his genuine personality and concern for others. Love Is Stronger, his latest release, arrived onto the musical landscape with critical acclaim. Produced by musical heavyweights - Ed Cash (Chris Tomlin,) Jay DeMarcus (Rascal Flatts) and Wayne Haun (Celine Dion) - the 11-track project features Jason at his very best and garnered attention from Entertainment Tonight, The Associated Press, FOX News, AOL Music, The Boot, CCM Magazine, New Release Tuesday and more. The video for the hit single - directed by award winner Roman White (Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood, Justin Bieber) - premiered at USAToday.com and is now featured on national music channels.

ABOUT TRACE ADKINS: Trace Adkins’ trademark baritone has powered countless hits to the top of the charts and sold over 10 million albums, cumulatively. His hit list includes “You're Gonna Miss This,” “Ladies Love Country Boys,” “Songs About Me,” “Every Light In The House,” “Hillbilly Bone (Blake Shelton & Trace Adkins),” and “Just Fishin’,” to name a few. The Grammy-nominated member of the Grand Ole Opry is a TV personality, actor, author, spokesman for the Wounded Warrior Program and the American Red Cross, for whom he raised over $1.5 million dollars as winner of NBC’s All-Star Celebrity Apprentice. In recent years, Adkins has performed seven USO Tours.

In his 2007 autobiography, A Personal Stand: Observations and Opinions from a Freethinking Roughneck, the former oil-rigger recounted his rise to fame, brushes with death, and battles with personal demons. Trace played a tough as nails biker in The Lincoln Lawyer (starring Matthew McConaughey), then a wise oracle of a tattoo artist in the family-friendly film Moms Night Out (starring Patricia Heaton, Sean Astin, Sarah Drew). He developed and hosted GAC’s “Great American Heroes” honoring every-day heroes and he has hosted the American Country Awards on FOX for four consecutive years.

Jeff Stice Releases Christmas By Request

Nashville, TN (December 4, 2014) Award-winning musician, Jeff Stice, is releasing a very unique Christmas album. Jeff loves so much of the Christmas music that he just couldn't settle on 12 songs. In a brilliant move, Jeff decided to let his many fans have a part in deciding what he recorded, besides, it could be fun. So, the name of the album is Christmas By Request.

Stice commented, "I started to wonder if my idea was so brilliant after all. I had a hard time choosing from my favorites, but now I had to whittle done 1,500 songs to just twelve. It was all fun. Some of the songs I knew would be on the list, but others were fresh new ideas that I think make this album special.”

The first song on the CD is "The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year” which is so fitting, because the joy and spirit of this CD will help the season of Christmas be the most wonderful time of your year for a long time to come.

The project was produced by Jeff Stice and Shannon Newman at Under The Fan Studios. The "Whistler” on "White Christmas” is Kirk Talley and the "Singer” on "What Are You Doin' New Years Eve” is Kathy Karnes.

The song list includes:

The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year
Mary Did You Know
Feliz Navidad
There's No Place Like Home For The Holidays
O Come All Ye Faithful
White Christmas
Appalachian Carol (I Wonder)
Snow
God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
What Are You Doin' New Year's Eve
O Holy Night
The Hallelujah Chorus

You can learn more about Jeff Stice at http://www.jeffsticemusic.com or https://www.facebook.com/jeffsticemusic . He can be Twittered at https://twitter.com/JeffsBleedinBlu .
To book Jeff contact Beckie at the Beckie Simmons Agency beckie@bsaworld.com or call 615-595-7500.

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About Jeff Stice
Jeff Stice , affectionately known as "Mr Piano Man" is having an incredible musical journey and has reached pinnacles of great success in The Gospel Music World.
During his twelve year span with Triumphant Quartet Jeff was honored to receive a number of awards and recognitions. He was voted MUSICIAN OF THE YEAR in 2007 by the Southern Gospel Music Guild. He received THE FAVORITE MUSICIAN OF THE YEAR AWARD in 2009 and 2012 at The Southern Gospel Fanfare. In 2007 he was voted into THE EDMONSON COUNTY MUSIC HALL OF FAME in Brownsville, KY. In 2010 and 2011 he received GRAMMY and DOVE AWARD nominations.

Ball Brothers In Concert Saturday, December 6

The popular Ball Brothers will be in concert this Saturday at Shiloh Hills Baptist Church, 75 Hawkins Store Road, Kennesaw, Georgia. Beginning at 6:30pm, this will be a Christmas concert with special lighting effects and fun for kids of all ages!
You will enjoy the Ball Brothers and the music of Christmas.
No tickets are required. An offering will be taken.

Steve Ladd Releases New Christmas CD

Nashville, TN (October 30, 2014) Phenomenal Gospel recording artist, Steve Ladd, fresh from his California tour with Michael English, is releasing a new Christmas CD - A Christmas Hymn.  

It's been a while since a solo Christmas project has generated this much excitement. The album will be available on both iTunes and Amazon for sale on Tuesday, November 18th and pre-order for the two are already underway. If you pre-order on iTunes you will also get an instant download of "What Child Is This”.

Steve Ladd commented, "There are no songs about Santa Clause, Rudolph, or Frosty. The whole album is full of Hymns ALL about Christ's' birth. My albums normally have heavy productions, background singing and you name it, but this is very intimate. Just my voice and piano, recorded with Gaither Vocal Band pianist Matthew Holt. My family is getting back to basics for this Christmas season and away from the constant commercialization of what we make the day more about. This album reflects that. It's a simple album, but has a lot of passion in it. I think my fans will appreciate it." 

The link to pre-order on iTunes and get that free download is http://syntax.cr/1zfCzG9 and the pre-order link to Amazon is Amazon.com: A Christmas Hymn: Steve Ladd: MP3 Downloads .

A Christmas Hymn will be available in mid November for physical order from Steve's website at www.steveladdmusic.com .

To learn more about Steve Ladd go to http://steveladdmusic.com or https://www.facebook.com/SteveLaddMusic . You can follow Steve on Twitter at https://twitter.com/SteveLaddMusic .

For booking Steve contact Daystar Promotions - Renee Barham - 918-838-3239 

Isaacs Family Release New Christmas DVD

Nashville, TN (October 30, 2014) Gospel Music's most popular family group, the Isaacs, are announcing the release of  a DVD An Isaacs Family Christmas Special. Now Available for Pre-Order.

The Isaacs brand new CHRISTMAS DVD is releasing in two weeks. You can pre-order it now.
$18.00 plus $3.00 shipping and handling for the DVD only.

Or, get a DVD and our Christmas CD for only $25.00 plus $3.00 shipping. $28.00 for both items.
This is a Limited time offer.

This would make a Great CHRISTMAS present for that someone special on your list.
We can also autograph and send to your loved ones in time for Christmas
Order the DVD only - $18.00 plus $3.00 S&H 
Order the DVD & CD - $25.00 plus $3.00 S&H 

This special features songs from their latest Christmas CD The Isaacs Christmas as well as impromptu performances by the Isaacs and their families. You'll get to know each of their personalities as they tell stories, read scriptures, go shopping, cook Christmas dinner and share their annual traditions for both Christmas and Hanukkah. 

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

You can book the Isaacs through the Harper Agency at http://www.harperagency.com or info@harperagency.com or call 615-85-4500. 

SONGS FROM ACCLAIMED SONGWRITER RICK LANG FEATURED ON THAT'S WHAT I LOVE ABOUT CHRISTMAS

NEW COLLECTION AVAILABLE OCTOBER 7TH

“A beautiful acoustic roots holiday collection, drenched with an
infusion of jazz rhythms and folk sensibilities.”

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AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE at
CD Baby, iTunes, www.ricklangmusic.com

“The mix of genres is like the surprise in your Christmas Gifts. Sophisticated all
the way through. “That’s What I Love About Christmas” is a CD you will want to keep playing all through the holiday season." Stan Hitchock - Blue Highways TV

NASHVILLE, TN (September 2014) – RLM Records and New England songwriter Rick Lang release a stellar classic collection of Christmas and holiday music on October 7th titled That's What I Love About Christmas. In a rare move, all songs on the album are from the pen of this award winning songwriter only and feature well known vocalists and musicians from the world of jazz, folk and bluegrass.

A native of New Hampshire, Lang has become well known in the bluegrass and acoustic worlds. His songs have been covered by some of the most renown artists in the Bluegrass, Southern Gospel and even Jazz world with over 60 song cuts to his credit and the number keeps growing each year.

Bluegrass great and multi-winning IBMA Male Vocalist of the Year, Russell Moore of IIIrd Tyme Out says, "Great arrangements around great lyrics and I have no doubt that they will stand the test of time and become classic Christmas songs that people will revisit year after year!”

Artists on the album include the incomparable jazz vocalist Annie Sellick, mandolin prodigy and Berklee School of Music graduate Sierra Hull, banjo master and Alison Krauss & Union Station band member Ron Block, producer and guitarist Stephen Mougin, and many more.

Click here to see what other people are saying about That's What I Love About Christmas.

These are songs for the ages and Lang loves that. "Images of a fresh fallen snow, icicles glistening in the sun, frost on the window, colored Christmas lights blinking on the tree, listening to my favorite Christmas songs during the Holidays, warming myself around the fireplace, all bring back fond memories going back to my childhood," he recalls. His music recalls a sound and style from yesteryear that helps usher in the spirit of the holidays in grand style.

Songwriter and performer Chris Stuart said, "It sounds like a classic Christmas album and it may well become one soon. Producer Stephen Mougin did a terrific job of bringing out the soul of every Rick Lang song. There’s a playfulness as well as spiritual tone to the album that reminds me of the best Christmas albums. I’m not waiting till December to play this, though. It’s already on heavy rotation in my house!"

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1. That’s What I Love About Christmas (2:32)
featuring Annie Sellick

2. Looks Like Snow (3:50)
featuring Stephen Mougin

3. Sleigh Full Of Toys (3:43)
featuring Aaron Till

4. Prepare a Place for Him (3:18)
featuring Jana Mougin

5. Christmas Every Day Of The Year (3:54)
featuring Stephen Mougin

6. Home Made Christmas (3:26)
featuring Annie Sellick

7. Old Man Winter (4:32)
featuring Aaron Till

8. Snowfall (2:49)
instrumental

9. Angels From On High (3:07)
featuring Jana Mougin

10. Where Was Baby Jesus Born? (3:30)
featuring Annie Sellick

Produced and Engineered by Stephen Mougin, Dark Shadow Recording

This CD has the instant sound of old classic holiday albums that will be listened to from generation to generation, inside and out.

For more information about the album and Rick Lang Music, please visit www.ricklangmusic.com

Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir to perform for Fox News Christmas Eve Special

Brooklyn, NY –The Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir will perform for the Fox News Channel’s Christmas Eve special “A FOX & Friends Christmas” set to broadcast at 8:00 pm Eastern on December 24. The two-hour event will feature several entertainment guests including comedian Jeff Dunham, country music artist Craig Morgan, singer Leona Lewis, and X Factor finalist Carlos Guevara, among others. Fox & Friends co-hosts Steve Doocy, Elisabeth Hasselbeck and Brian Kilmeade as well as FOX & Friends Weekend co-hosts Tucker Carlson, Anna Kooiman and Clayton Morris will interview Governor Sarah Palin, Cardinal Timothy Dolan, along with other notable guests.
Now in its 40th year, the Grammy Award-winning Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir kicked the year off by singing “The Battle Hymn of The Republic” at President Obama’s inauguration ceremony on the steps of the U.S. Capitol to a worldwide television audience of over a billion people. The Choir was featured on the cover of The New York Times and highlighted in Time Magazine. Their 27th album, “Love Lead The Way,” debuted at #1 on iTunes Christian/Gospel albums chart.
Directed by Carol Cymbala, wife to Pastor Jim Cymbala, the 300-voice choir is a blend of ethnic and economic backgrounds, with members ranging from lawyers and doctors to former drug addicts. Since its inception when the Choir began with only nine members, Carol has never read music – though she has written numerous hit songs—and the choir has never used charts. To Carol, the purpose of a church choir is very specific and very essential.
“The ultimate purpose of a choir is to lead the congregation into the presence of God,” says Carol. “Prayer is vital. Preparing the choir spiritually is so important. I do feel strongly that the idea of many voices lifted up to the Lord, unified and in harmony, is a powerful thing. We also read of choirs in the Bible going forth and singing before the battles were waged. Beyond singing, it is also being able to minister personally to those hurting or in need of Jesus.”
The Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir has performed at major music venues such as Radio City Music Hall, Carnegie Hall, and Madison Square Garden. Their accolades include six Grammy Awards, seven Dove Awards (Gospel Music’s Grammy equivalent), two #1 Billboard charting CDs and over four million albums sold. For more information, visitwww.BrooklynTabernacle.org.

Don't Miss Our Jubilee Christmas TV Special!

Don't miss our Jubilee Christmas TV Special, Friday December 20 at 5pm (Eastern Time) on TBN (Trinity Broadcasting Network)!

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Rick Webb Family Completing Christmas Tour

Shipshewana, IN (December 17, 2013) Song Garden Recording artist,The Rick Webb Family, will be completing their 2013 "Celebrate Christmas" tour on Wednesday December 18th in Shipshewana, Indiana's Blue Gate Theater.

This years Christmas tour consisted of 15 days in four states. The Webb Family presented five performances of their "Glory and Majesty of Christmas" in the beautiful Blue Gate Theater with several sold out performances during the tour.

Rick Webb states "Our family looks forward to our Christmas tour each year. We are able to share Christ with a lost world during the Advent season, when hearts seem to be a little more receptive to the Gospel".

To learn more about the Rick Webb Family go to website www.RickWebbFamily.com or https://www.facebook.com/RickWebbFamily .

You can reach the Rick Webb Family at webbsinger@aol.com .

The Rick Webb Family is booked by Parker Webb and Associates www.parkerwebbandassociates.com - 336-601-7902.

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About The Rick Webb Family

Rick and Phyllis Webb began their professional music journey in 1978 with the internationally acclaimed vocal group ReGeneration directed by vocal orchestrator Derric Johnson. Disney World appreciated the group so much that they annually showcased ReGeneration. In 1983, Derric Johnson’s singers became the The Voices of Liberty, the host group for EPCOT Center’s American Pavilion.

The Rick Webb Family has been afforded opportunities to share the platform with outstanding speakers and pastors throughout the United States each year. In addition to their concert schedule Rick and Phyllis participated in the Radio Bible Class sponsored TV music ministry Day of Discovery for 10 years; The Wesleyan Hour international radio ministry sponsored by the Wesleyan Church for 20 years; international crusades with Evangelist Dr. Clyde Dupin for more than 20 years; and numerous guest appearances with such respected pastors as Dr. Charles Stanley, Dr. Charles Colson, Dr. David Jeremiah, Dr. Mac Brunson, Dr. D. James Kennedy just to name a few.

ANDREA THOMAS PRESENTS A CHRISTMAS TO REMEMBER

Holiday EP Available Now

NASHVILLE, TN – It's beginning to sound a lot like Christmas and Andrea Thomas - rising female vocalist - has something to add to your holiday playlist. Andrea's holiday EP, A Christmas to Remember, is now available online through her website and all digital retailers. Featuring seasonal classics and new tunes, the EP has something for everyone and truly ushers in that "holiday feeling" perfect for those special moments only experienced during the Christmas season.

"Christmas is my favorite time of the year," Andrea says. "I could listen to Christmas music all year long so recording these special tracks was so fun and exciting. I remember singing the classics with my family around the piano since when I was a little girl so being able to write some of the Christmas songs on my EP has been a gift in itself. There's one song particularly special on the EP entitled "This Holiday Give Love Away" that was co-written with my mother Diana Thomas. We had the best time writing together, drinking hot tea and turning on Christmas lights for inspiration. It's one of my favorites on the album!"

Reflecting on Christmas traditions, Andrea shares: "My favorite Christmas memory was decorating our house with my brother and sister for Christmas when I was 9 years old. My parents were out late that night and we were so excited to have the house a winter wonderland before they returned. We were all singing to Mariah Carey Christmas songs while decorating... It was priceless!"

The complete track listing for A Christmas to Remember is:
1. It's The Most Wonderful Time of the Year
2. A Christmas To Remember
3. Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas
4. This Holiday Give Love Away
5. The Christmas Song
6. Glorious

A Christmas to Remember is available now at www.AndreaThomasOfficial.com

Andrea is currently on tour as part of Grammy winner Jason Crabb's Christmas tour and was previously seen as a background singer on Carrie Underwood's "Blown Away" tour.

Brandon Poole Releases New Christmas Video

Jena, LA (December 10,2013) Up and coming Gospel artist Brandon Poole has just released his first Christmas video. Produced by Godsey and Associates, this heart moving video gives a very clear picture of the story of Christmas and what it really means.

Brandon states on his FaceBook page “After many prayers, laughs, and tears my Christmas single "The Greatest Gift" is FINALLY FINISHED! I can not say thank you enough to all who have been a part of this project both physically and spiritually. I am honored and proud to have had each of you join with me in celebrating this leap of faith I have begun.”

Godsey and Associates, Scott Godsey said “Brandon Poole has managed to catch the true Christmas spirit and all of the emotion that goes along with it.”

The video can be seen in the link below:



Not only is the song doing well on YouTube video, but it is also available for download on iTunes through his website.

You can learn more about Brandon Poole at http://brandonpoolemusic.com or https://www.facebook.com/pages/Brandon-Poole-Music-Ministry .

Brandon can be reached by E-mail at brandonpoolemusic@hotmail.com .



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About Brandon-Poole-Music-Ministry

An empty vessel ready for the Master's use, I have a desire to honor and glorify Jesus Christ. Born and raised in the piney woods of central Louisiana, I grew up in a small country church where I was influenced by godly men at a young age. I recall Wednesday night prayer groups where I would hear them pouring their hearts out before God and how it impacted me at that stage in my life. I would go on to follow in my grandfather's footsteps leading music and serving as a deacon in the church I have always called home. It is this Christian heritage that inspires me to sing for the Lord. As a singer and songwriter, I bare my heart and soul each time I perform. It is my desire for everyone to encounter the gospel of Christ through my music and be inspired to serve and live for Him.

Lori Jonathan Trio Releases Christmas From Niagara

Just In time for the Holidays

Sanborn, NY (December 6, 2013) Just in time for the Christmas holidays the Lori Jonathan trio has released an exciting new Christmas album. A fairly new group to Gospel music, this unique ladies trio is presenting a colorful holiday CD with beautiful, close family harmony in the fashion of the Andrews Sisters of years gone by.

The group consists of sisters, Lori, Vicki and Crystal. They perform mostly in the North Eastern part of the country, but are looking to expand their ministry.

Lori Jonathan stated “We love the Christmas season and wanted to present an album with the true meaning of Christmas on it. We chose Christmas classics that we never tire of and will never grow old.”

Coming from the North East part of the country the CD shows some beautiful scenes of Christmas time in the area. This CD sounds good and looks good. For radio stations looking for good Christmas classics and Hymns this CD is a no brainer.

The CD is produced by Scott Godsey of Godsey and Associates and recorded Family Room Studio and GCR Audio.

You can find out more about the Lori Jonathan Trio at https://www.facebook.com/pages/Lori-Jonathan-Trio or http://www.lorijonathantrio.com .

You can reach the Lori Jonathan Trio at Bev McCann and Friends Management – bev@godseyandassociates.com .

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About The Lori Jonathan Trio

Lori began singing in various choirs, she became a soloist and continued to sing through out her life. Vicki accepted Jesus into her heart at an early age. Vicki sang harmony in the Jonathan family group, she sang in various choirs and also study opera at Buffalo State College. Crystal remembers accepting Jesus into her heart when she was five years old when Lori finished singing in concert in Pennsylvania. Crystal directs a small choir at her church and became a soloist in various church youth groups and study under her mothers direction. She enjoys playing bass guitar.

AMERICAN IDOL'S SCOTT MACINTYRE RELEASES CHRISTMAS IN PARIS

Project Mixes Christmas Classics With New Hits, Available Now

Nashville, TN – Just in time for trimming the tree and enjoying Thanksgiving dinner, Scott MacIntyre (American Idol Season 8) has released his very first full-length Christmas project, Christmas In Paris. The release is now available and Scott is excited for everyone to hear the music. "Christmas is my favorite time of the year," says Scott. "Sometimes I find myself humming Christmas carols all year round."

The twelve track release features holiday classics alongside two new Christmas compositions and serves as a perfect soundtrack to the holidays performed by one of America's favorite talents. Scott comments: "Being blind, I experience Christmas in a very unique way. Growing up, the sounds and smells are what I remember most… I loved waking up to the smell of fresh pine needles, the taste of hot apple cider, and the sound of old Christmas carols on the radio.”

Among the classics are "It's The Most Wonderful Time of the Year," "Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas," "Let It Snow," "O Holy Night," "O Come All Ye Faithful," and many more. I’ve taken some of my favorite Christmas classics and offered a new and unique interpretation of them," says Scott. "Beyond that, I’ve always been somewhat of a romantic at heart, and the holidays have a way of bringing you closer to those you love.”

The title cut, radio single and new composition, "Christmas In Paris," written with Aaron Steenhoven and Ryan Hydro, brings out that romantic side of Scott and Christmas. MacIntyre comments: "I love Paris - the smells, the sounds, the feel - and I remember so many vivid memories of my times there. I really wanted to paint an enchanting yet intimate picture of Christmas that people would never forget, and I think we were able to really capture the romantic side of the holidays in a fresh way with this song. It was one of those magical writing sessions where you can just feel something extraordinary was happening." "Christmas Angel," which garnered critical acclaim and became a top holiday radio single in 2010, is also featured on the project.

Christmas In Paris is available on iTunes and all other digital music platforms.

Connect with Scott MacIntyre:
Facebook.com/ScottMacOfficial
Twitter: @ScottDMacIntyre
Web: ScottMacIntyre.com

ABOUT SCOTT MACINTYRE:
Since captivating the nation as a finalist on American Idol, Scott MacIntyre has continued to move audiences to laughter, tears, and standing ovations all over the world. As an acclaimed singer-songwriter, he has toured in arenas across North America, headlined concerts in Japan, Austria, England, Canada, and the US. He has shared the stage with Alice Cooper, Jason Mraz, and Queen to name a few, and his original song “Christmas Angel” received national radio play and became one of the top holiday indie singles of 2010. As an author and in-demand inspirational key-note speaker, Scott has shared his unique and dynamic life story with many different audiences, including corporations, health care and education institutions, non-profits, and motivational conferences. As the first blind finalist on American Idol, MacIntyre was called “an inspiration to the entire world through your commitment, through your talent” by former judge Paula Abdul. Visually impaired since birth, he started playing piano by ear at age three, began classical lessons at six, and subsequently learned to play organ, guitar, bass and drums. MacIntyre has appeared on Regis & Kelly, Jimmy Kimmel Live, the Today Show, Larry King Live, Access Hollywood and many more.

"In the Heat of the Night" “Christmas Time’s A Comin’” CD now available for download

Historic Christmas CD comes to Itunes and Amazon.com for charity

NBC network stars, country and bluegrass Hall of Famers joined their voices for drug abuse prevention on a project that created the first major bluegrass collaboration featuring numerous legendary performers with a TV show cast.
"In the Heat of the Night" stars Alan Autry, “Bubba Skinner,” and Randall Franks, “Officer Randy Goode,” organized the effort under Autry-Franks Productions bringing together the cast and numerous stars of country, bluegrass and gospel music to assist.
Autry and Franks just released “Christmas Time’s A Comin’” CD on Itunes and Amazon.com still focusing on its original purpose.
“Last year we heard from many Heat fans who were really pleased that we once again made the actual CD available,” Franks said. “Folks can still hold a piece of the show’s history in their hands by getting the CD including photos of the cast and of the historic recording sessions. But now, in addition if they just want to download the music or simply hear a sample they can. Their download and CD purchases help us help others.”
Franks was the studio producer on the eight-month long production that included over 60 performers, visited seven studios in four states, included 12 recording engineers and took over 175 studio hours to complete.
“Whether its Carroll O’Connor’s ‘Bring a Torch, Jeanette Isabella,’ Crystal Fox and her version of ‘The Christmas Song’ or Alan Autry’s ‘Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer’, there are some musical tastes that fit almost every palate,” Franks said.
The CD was originally released in association with Sonlite Records, Crimson Records and MGM Worldwide Television Group and debuted officially from the stage of the Grand Ole Opry with a special appearance by Franks, Autry and show co-star David Hart. It is available again in association with original partner Sonlite Records, but this time exclusively through the non-profit Share America Foundation, Inc. continuing the original purpose denoted by the cast and music stars.
Autry and Franks ("Let’s Live Everyday Like It Was Christmas") joined other cast members including the late Carroll O'Connor, the late Howard Rollins ("The Night Before Christmas"), Anne-Marie Johnson ("Little Drummer Boy"), Hart (""Let It Snow), Geoffrey Thorne ("I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day"), and Fox to perform a favorite Christmas song. Other cast members including Wilbur Fitzgerald, Bob Penny and Sharon Pratt joined in on group performances of "Jingle Bells" and "Christmas Time's A Comin'.''
Franks and Autry brought together several music stars that donated their performances. Among them Country Music Hall of Fame members Jimmy Dickens, Hargus “Pig” Robbins, the late Kitty Wells, the late Pee Wee King, and the late Grant Turner.
Other stars included Jesse McReynolds, the late Jim McReynolds, Jerry Douglas, the Whites, Mac Wiseman, the Marksmen Quartet, Ralph Stanley, the Lewis Family, the late Doug Dillard, the late Chubby Wise, Mose Davis, Bobby Wright, the late Johnnie Wright, the late Josh Graves, the late Jimmy Martin, Buddy Spicher, Jim Hoke, Abe Manuel, Jr., Ken Holloway, John Farley, Bill Everett, the late Gene Daniell and Wayne Lewis.
The project includes the sounds of bluegrass, jazz, rhythm and blues, Cajun, country and pop.
Fans can also Like the project on its new Facebook page and find original cast interviews about the project at Randall Franks TV on YouTube.
The CD is also available online at www.shareamericafoundation.org or via mail for a donation of $20, inside the U.S., and $25, outside the U.S., to the Share America Foundation, Inc., P.O. Box 42, Tunnel Hill, Ga. 30755.
Alan Autry is currently appearing in the TV series "Hart of Dixie" while Franks is acting in films with his latest project coming to theaters in 2014.
The duo joined musical forces again in 2013 releasing the Americana CD "Mississippi Moon: Country Traditions" featuring 11 country, bluegrass and gospel songs, also available on Itunes and Amazon.com.
For more information about Alan Autry, visit autryentertainmentgroup.com or Randall Franks, visit randallfranks.com.

ERNIE HAASE & SIGNATURE SOUND PRESENT CHRISTMAS LIVE! DVD/CD AVAILABLE NOW!

(NASHVILLE, TN) – For the past five years ERNIE HAASE & SIGNATURE SOUND have treated audiences across the country to their Christmas tour. Night after night, concert goers have longed for a way to take their experience "home in a box" to relive over and over again. With the release of the CHRISTMAS LIVE!, their wishes have come true!

Filmed before a live audience at the beautiful Carson Center in Paducah, KY, this live DVD/CD combo gives you a front row seat to an evening celebrating the season with Ernie Haase & Signature Sound. Backed by a full band, adult choir and children's chorus, this project has something for everyone!

From Christmas classics - "Marshmallow World," "White Christmas," "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen," "Thank God For Kids," "What Child Is This?" - to new favorites - "He Started The Whole World Singing," "Changed By A Baby Boy," "Glory to God in the Highest," - you're sure to feel the Christmas spirit from beginning to end!

This is the perfect present - for yourself or your loved ones - for this Christmas season!

CHRISTMAS LIVE! (StowTown Records/Provident Distribution) is available online at www.ErnieHaase.com and wherever great music is sold!

ABOUT ERNIE HAASE & SIGNATURE SOUND
Combining 21st century ideas with the timeless quality of great quartets from the 1950s, this Grammy-nominated, Dove award-winning group has broken the traditional mold of gospel quartets. With their unconventional approach to communicating the Good News, Ernie Haase & Signature Sound (EHSS) are blazing a trail through the heart of Gospel music with groundbreaking originality.

The group’s founder and leader, Ernie Haase, got his start in Gospel music as a long-time member of the renowned Cathedral Quartet, and his roots are deeply planted in the rich legacy of music that is both meaningful and thoroughly entertaining. After the Cathedrals bid farewell to their five-decade run in the music industry, Ernie formed Ernie Haase & Signature Sound. With chart-topping DVDs and audio releases, the group’s success continues to gain momentum with each new release. Their latest release, Glorious Day (StowTown Records / Provident Distribution), is available at Walmart, Best Buy, and other retail stores as well as iTunes, Rhapsody and all other digital retail outlets.


Connect with ERNIE HAASE & SIGNATURE SOUND
www.facebook.com/ErnieHaaseAndSignatureSound
www.twitter.com/ErnieHaase
www.ErnieHaase.com

Unwrap Early Christmas Gifts from The Collingsworth Family

The Collingsworth Family knows just how difficult it can be to wait until Christmas eve or Christmas morning to unwrap presents, so as a gift to music lovers everywhere, they're starting the festivities early, beginning this Saturday, December 15, 2012. In fact, the GMA/Dove Award-winning StowTown Records recording artists are personally inviting fans to join them all week long -- from December 15 to December 22 -- to share in their family Christmas celebrations on the Trinity Broadcasting TV Network, Paul Heil's syndicated radio program The Gospel Greats, and the Daniel Britt & Friends program on Sirius XM Satellite Radio's enLighten (Sirius XM Channel 18).

Unforgettable music and rich memories from Phil, Kim, Brooklyn, Courtney, Phillip and Olivia will fill the hour as Daniel Britt sits down with the whole family and discovers their special traditions, as well as the stories behind the songs on their new "Feels Like Christmas" album. Not since the perennial keepsake albums by The Carpenters have listeners been given such intricate family harmony, layered with breathtaking orchestrations, all wrapped up in a warm collection of Christmas favorites -- including more than thirteen classic carols, timeless songs and fresh medleys. As the featured guest artists on Paul Heil's The Gospel Greats, The Collingsworth Family will share more songs and stories in a not-to-be-missed Christmas program. Of course, there's nothing like being able to see the faces of this multi-talented family as they offer a beautiful vocal and instrumental celebration of the true meaning of Christmas, so don't miss the memorable "Feels Like Christmas" television special on the Trinity Broadcasting Network.

"Feels Like Christmas" viewing/listening schedule from The Collingsworth Family:


Saturday, December 15:
Paul Heil's The Gospel Greats syndicated radio program
Sunday, December 16:
Paul Heil's The Gospel Greats syndicated radio program
Monday, December 17:
Daniel Britt & Friends on Sirius XM Satellite Radio - 7:00 PM EST
Tuesday, December 18:
Trinity Broadcasting TV Network - 12:30 PM EST
Thursday, December 20:
Trinity Broadcasting TV Network - 3:30 AM EST
Thursday, December 20:
Daniel Britt & Friends on Sirius XM Satellite Radio - 10:00 PM EST
Friday, December 21:
Trinity Broadcasting TV Network - 9:30 PM Pacific
Saturday, December 22:
Trinity Broadcasting TV Network - 12:30 AM EST
Saturday, December 22:
Daniel Britt & Friends on Sirius XM Satellite Radio - 12:00 PM Noon EST

The Trinity Broadcasting Network has announced it will feature The Collingsworth Family's new StowTown Records Video Release FEELS LIKE CHRISTMAS as a Television Special next week at 3 different times. Broadcast schedule is as follows :
TUES 12/18 : 12:30 PM Eastern / 9:30 AM Pacific
THUR 12/20 : 3:30 AM Eastern / 12:30 AM Pacific
SAT 12/22 : 12:30 AM Eastern / which translates as FRI 12/21 : 9:30 PM Pacific

Merry Christmas from Mercy's Well

From Mercy's Well newsletter of December 13, 2012:

As December rolls along, so does the Mercy's Well Christmas Tour! We had a great weekend of concerts on the Delmarva Peninsula, making stops in Delaware, Maryland, and Virginia. Those who came out to see us were dressed in their holiday best! Lots of red, green, white and gold - and, of course, a wide variety of Christmas sweaters! Just remember, in all the hustle and bustle that comes this time of year, that we have a great reason to celebrate: Jesus Christ came to die for us, that we might live with Him forever!

"Christmas Instead" is one of the songs from our brand new CD, BETHLEHEM SKY. You can find it, along with other CDs and Mercy's Well apparel at the Mercy's Well online store.

Have a blessed week!
Brad, Greg & Kyle
Mercy's Well
http://www.mercyswell.com/

THIS WEEK

December 16, 10:30 AM - New Hope Christian Fellowship - Akron, OH
For more information: (330) 293-3700

December 16, 6:00 PM - Summit United Methodist Church - Erie, PA
For more information: (814) 864-5448

THE ROYS Bring Bluegrass To Marie!

Siblings Connect With Insights & Uplifting Music On Hallmark Channel™ Show Thursday, December 13

Pictured above: Lee Roy, Marie Osmond and Elaine Roy
Credit: Crown Media United States, LLC/Alexx Henry Studios

Nashville, TN (December 11, 2012) -- THE ROYS recently connected with entertainment icon Marie Osmond for an episode of her popular new Hallmark Channel TV show, Marie! Lee and Elaine share insights unique to performing siblings with Marie and discuss their new CD and career goals. The award-winning duo is honored to be the first Bluegrass artist to appear on the show, and they perform their current Top 20 single "Still Standing." The song is an uplifting tale of triumph over adversity that features Elaine's passionate lead vocal and Lee's poetic harmony; the track is from THE ROYS' most-recent disc NEW DAY DAWNING (Rural Rhythm Records). The episode airs Thursday, December 13 at 12 Noon ET on cable stations and at 9 a.m. ET on DirecTV. Click HERE for more information on the show.

The Roys and band perform "Still Standing"
Credit: Jeremy Westby

"You hear people say they feel immediate connections with some folks," notes Elaine Roy. "But I have to say that we actually felt like we'd known Marie forever." Her brother Lee notes, "I have never met anyone more warm and welcoming. It was an exciting experience to bring Bluegrass to such a unique platform."

Marie's successes continue to grow, and the new show proves her appeal is everlasting. Marie! embraces the "variety" format; other recent guests include Betty White, Florence Henderson, Jamie Lee Curtis, Kristi Yamaguchi, Dean Cain, Windell Middlebrooks and, of course, Donnie Osmond.

Catch up with THE ROYS at TheRoysOnline.com, Facebook and Twitter.

Making the Christmas Deadline With Legacy Five

From the Legacy Five newsletter December 7, 2012:

We are excited to finally reveal the winner of our free cruise give-a-way. The winner is Clarice Cloud from Waldo, AR. She is 92 years old and can't wait to go! Congratulations, Clarice! We look forward to having you on-board with us.

Dec 11th Last Day to Order
You can fill those stockings and surprise your loved ones with something they'll treasure all year long ... the gift of music! We have several new products that are sure to be favorites. Celebrate the sounds of the season with the brand new Jubilee Christmas Cd or Trey Ivey's solo Christmas project - 'Tis the Season. Legacy Five has released a new project titled Count Your Blessings, and for all our Cathedral fans we have the newly released LIVE in Chicago. Visit our store to find a very unique blend of coffee, a special family recipe seasoning, DVDs and more. Better hurry though, the last day to order from our store in order to receive your purchases before Christmas is December 11th!

Celebration NYE Concert Tickets

There are still a few concert only tickets available for our New Year's Eve Celebration at Gaylord Opryland Hotel. Come and enjoy great music and the majesty that is Opryland Hotel. This is THE TIME OF YEAR to see the hotel with over 2 Million Christmas Lights and multiple nativity scenes. Tickets are available by calling our office at 931-486-0020. The number of concert only tickets available is limited so don't wait to long.
Tickets are $30 per session.
The concert schedule is as follows:

Monday, December 31st | 8 PM session
* Legacy Five
* Greater Vision
* Booth Brothers
* Jubilee

Tuesday, January 1 | 10 AM session
* Voices of Lee
* Legacy Five
* Ken Davis

Tuesday, January 1 | 6 PM session
* Legacy Five
* Voices of Lee
* Isaacs
* Triumphant Quartet
* Ken Davis

Wednesday, January 2 | 10 AM session
* Legacy Five
* Freedom Singers
* Collingsworth Family

On the Road


Here's our schedule to the end of the year. We look forward to seeing you one more time before we say goodbye to 2012 ...
12/07 Tyler TX Jubilee Christmas Tour Cadwell Auditorium 7 PM
12/08 Tulsa OK Jubilee Christmas Tour Union Performing Arts Center 6 PM
12/09 Branson MO Jubilee Christmas Tour Mansion Theater 3 PM
12/10 Van BurenAR Jubilee Christmas Tour Van Buren School District Fine Arts Center 7 PM
12/31 NashvilleTN Celebration NYE 2012 Gaylord Opryland Resort 8 PM

Until Next Time,

Scott, Howie, Gus, Trey & Matt
Legacy Five
http://www.legacyfive.com/

Mercy's Well To Be Featured Artist On The Gospel Greats Christmas Edition This Weekend

MERCY'S WELL To Be The Featured Artist On The Gospel Greats CHRISTMAS EDITION with Paul Heil This Weekend

Nashville, TN (Dec. 6th, 2012) – Powerful trio, Mercy's Well, will be the featured artist on this weekend's edition of The Gospel Greats with Paul Heil. The award-winning syndicated featured program will air at various times on radio stations throughout the country, and on Sirius/Xm's Enlighten, the weekend of Dec. 8-9, 2012.

Songs from their brand new CHRISTMAS recording, BETHLEHEM SKY, produced by Donna King, will be featured. There will also be special interview segments with Brad, Greg, and Kyle, of Mercy's Well. The new recording includes Christmas classics and brand new, original Christmas music.

You won't want to miss this special time with Paul Heil's The Gospel Greats and Mercy's Well.

For more information about this show, including other artists included on this special Christmas edition, visit http://www.thegospelgreats.com/next.htm. To find a station airing The Gospel Greats near you, click on the station finder located on The Gospel Greats website.

To learn more about Mercy's Well or to schedule them for your music event, visit www.mercyswell.com. You can find them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/mercyswellonline and on Twitter @Mercys_Well. You can purchase the new CD, BETHLEHEM SKY, as well as many other recordings from the trio, on their website, from Springside, and on iTunes.