Mickey Bell Returns To Radio

Bellingham, WA – Rob Patz of Coastal Media Group and SGNScoops Magazine, is happy to announce the return of Mickey Bell to the airwaves. SGN Scoops Presents This Week in Gospel Music with Mickey Bell will bring Gospel and Christian Country music across the nation with the unique, charismatic flavor that Mickey Bell is known for.

“I can’t wait for you to hear the new show. I have a different take on the industry that makes for great radio and will brighten up your day. I promise you will laugh while listening to this show and enjoying the greatest music on this side of heaven (and helll!),” says Mickey. “I am so excited to be back on Southern Gospel radio and to be a part of the exciting things happening with SGN Scoops. Before leaving the airwaves due to a tornado hitting our city, I had established some great friendships with radio all across the U.S and Canada.”

Rob Patz echoes Bell’s statement.”It’s great to be working with Mickey. He’s a pastor, Radio personality and a good friend. I’m looking forward to our professional partnership and continuing to expand the reach of Coastal Media and Southern Gospel.”

Fans are urged to listen for SGN Scoops Presents Mickey Bell on a radio or online station near you. Any stations interested in carrying SGNScoops Presents This Week In Gospel Music With Mickey Bell please contact Mickey at office@thisweekingospelmusic.com.

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WATC To Cover 2014 Creekside Gospel Music Convention And Diamond Awards

Pigeon Forge, TN.(September 19, 2014) – WATC Television out of Atlanta, Georgia, has announced they will be 

covering the SGNScoops’ 2014 Creekside Gospel Music Convention and  Diamond Awards Celebration at Pigeon Forge, Tennessee on November 3^rd and 4th. The television station, which also streams their programs on the web, will be at the Smokey Mountain Convention Center to record the Mondaynight presentation, “Lou Hildreth Honors Willie Wynn” as well as Tuesday night’s Diamond Award celebration, the event to honor Gospel music’s finest artists as chosen by the readers of SGNScoops digital magazine. Many of these special moments will be shown on a TV Special and viewed online at www.watc.tv at a later date to be announced.

Coastal Media Group is hosting the Creekside Gospel Music Convention, which takes place from the 3^rd through the 6^th. As well the special events mentioned above, the Convention includes daily Chapel services, specialty showcases and evening concerts.

Patricia Mathis, Vice President of WATC TV, Atlanta’s TV 57, is looking forward to returning to Pigeon Forge. “It's exciting to once again be a part of the Creekside Gospel Music Convention and for being able to share this with the viewers of WATC TV in Atlanta,” says Mathis. “While it is nothing like being in the audience at Creekside, we are glad that we can bring a little part of Creekside and the great gospel music being performed there to our audience. Creekside just keeps getting bigger and better ever year!”

Rob Patz, CEO of Coastal Media Group and publisher of SGNScoops commented, “We are grateful to Patricia and WATC for their professionalism, experience and dedication in airing quality Gospel music programs. We are thrilled that they are returning to Creekside and we are glad to be able to share some of Creekside with fans across the nation and the world by television and internet.”

About WATC TV: WATC TV provides Atlanta with a mix of family, Christian and educational programming. It is known to viewers as the home of Atlanta Live and is seen over the air throughout the metro Atlanta market and also in over one million cable and satellite homes. WATC is the home of many original series and has been honored with numerous Angel and Telly Awards, as well as receiving it first EMMY in 2010. The station’s programming can be seen around the world via video streaming located on the WATC website at http://www.watc.tv/

About Creekside Gospel Music Convention: Creekside Gospel Music Convention will be held at the Smokey Mountain Convention Center, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee from November 3^rd through 6^th, 2014. The CGMC is presented by SGN Scoops and Coastal Media Group at Pigeon Forge and is the home of The Diamond Awards and other special events. Tickets are free but must be reserved in advance athttp://www.creeksidegospelmusicconvention.com/  . For more information on Creekside Gospel Music Convention visithttps://www.facebook.com/Creeksidegospelmusicconvention

About SGNScoops: SGNScoops Digital is a fully-downloadable monthly magazine that exists to promote the gospel by unveiling what is intriguing and real about Southern Gospel and Christian Country music. SGNScoops offers music news and views as well as concert and book reviews, inspirational articles and features reaching beyond our gospel music world. For more information: http://www.sgnscoops.com/

SGN Scoops Extends Creekside Gospel Music Convention

Pigeon Forge, TN (February 12, 2014) - Coastal Media and SGN Scoops Digital Magazine have announced an exciting new addition to 2014 Creekside Gospel Music Convention. Creekside is being extended by another day to enable the inclusion of more artists, events and fellowship that Convention attendees have enjoyed over the past two years.

Jonathan Edwards of SGN Scoops Radio and trio Faith's Journey, says, "Working back stage with the artists of this great event, I am thrilled that the demand to be apart of this event has allowed us to expand to a fourth day. With the extra day, there are more of your favorite groups to hear as well as always a surprise around the corner!"

"I have to say I'm very proud of what we're accomplishing with the Creekside Gospel Music Convention," says Rhonda Frye, Editor of SGN Scoops. "Our event has become a meeting place for friendships and business relationships to begin and thrive.Creekside has become a convention where artists feel they belong and are a part of something bigger than themselves. It has also been the desire of my heart to connect new artists to new fans.The best part is that we are sharing the love of Christ through song to anyone that wants to hear it- at no charge! Be a part of Creekside 2014. Unified, we can impact the world for Christ with the powerful tool of Gospel Music!"

"I'm thrilled that we are able to present even more of the wonderful music that has been onstage at Creekside," says Rob Patz, CEO of Coastal Media and Publisher of SGN Scoops. "The Convention is growing and we want to make every moment count, by presenting Jesus through the best of today's Gospel music. We want to see all of our friends at all four days of Creekside!"

Creekside Gospel Music Convention will run from November 3rd to 6th in The Smoky Mountain Convention Center, with such highlights as The 2014 Diamond Awards, Lou Hildreth's Night of Honor, Old Fashioned Gospel Singing with Artists' Choir, as well as a daily chapel service and afternoon showcases. For more information, latest news and artists scheduled to appear, visit the Creekside page on Facebook, here: https://www.facebook.com/Creeksidegospelmusicconvention . Artists wishing to participate are asked to email Rob Patz at rob@sgnscoops.com.

Tickets are free and accommodations can be reserved by phone, toll free at: 1-800-223-6707 or local call 865-908-3015. For online reservations, click onto http://www.smokymountainconventioncenter.com.

2014 Diamond Awards Nominations Concert Event

A Free Event - The SGN Scoops Diamond Awards Nomination Evening – April 3 at 7:30 pm, eastern

You won’t want to miss your opportunity to watch live and online an exciting evening of music, worship, and fun, at no cost. On April 3, 2014 at 7:30 pm, SGN Scoops Digital Magazine will announce the top 10 nominees for each category in the 2014 Diamond Awards. The SGN Scoops’ Diamond Awards Nominations will be broadcast live and online! Chapel Valley, SGN Scoops and The American Society of Gospel Music (ASGM) have underwritten the costs for this live, online broadcast, so you can watch it live online for free! All you have to do is register for the event by going to http://tinyurl.com/mar98t3



This event will be hosted by Rob Patz, CEO of Coastal Media Group; Shane Roark, co-owner of Chapel Valley; and Richard Hyssong, Marketing and Artist Director of Chapel Valley. The evening will include performances by several Chapel Valley artists, and of course the nominees for the SGN Scoops’ Diamond Awards will be announced. This free event will be broadcast on ASGM at http://www.theasgm.org/ the leader in providing live online Southern Gospel concerts.



If you have not yet voted for your favorite artist, please go to http://www.sgnscoops.com/2014-diamond-awards/ to cast your vote for your favorite artist. The SGN Scoops has reported that they have received the highest vote totals to date. This will be an incredible evening of good Southern Gospel Music, as well as an exciting night when you see and hear your favorite artist receive a nomination for a coveted SGN Scoops’ Diamond Award. Mark this date in your calendar and be sure to join us!

2014 Diamond Award Nominations Are Open!

Coastal Media Group and SGNScoops is excited to announce that the 2014 Diamond Awards nomination period is open!
Everyone who enjoys Southern, Country and Bluegrass Christian music is encouraged to nominate a top artist who they feel is the finest talent in their category. The ten artists receiving the most nominations in each category will be voted upon to create a top-five artist list.
The top-five artists will then be voted upon and the artist who achieves the most votes in their category will be awarded a Diamond Award at the gala ceremony to be held at the Creekside Gospel Music Convention on November 4, 2014 at Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.

Vote here: http://www.sgnscoops.com/2014/01/13/2014-diamond-awards-nominations-2014-open/

Coastal Media Group and SGN Scoops Announce New Syndicated Radio Show

Branson, Mo. (January 6, 2014) - Rob Patz is thrilled to announce a new addition to the Coastal Media Family. Beginning this month, Coastal Media Group will present SGN Scoops Radio, a weekly syndicated radio show hosted by Jonathan Edwards. The show will contain many of the great features you've come to love in the magazine, including the best in today's Southern, Country and Bluegrass music, artist news by SGN Scoops editor Rhonda Frye and a monthly Top 20 Countdown. SGN Scoops Radio updates will be presented on The SGN Scoops website, http://www.sgnscoops.com/.

SGN Scoops Radio host, Jonathan Edwards, has been working in radio since the age of 17 and is best known as the host of the popular Ozark Gospel Showcase show on KWFC, 89.1 FM in Springfield, Mo. "I am honored to be the host of SGN Scoops Radio as we try to bring the same quality to the on-air version of the SGN Scoops Magazine," says Edwards, who is also a member of Faith's Journey Trio. He also encourages Southern Gospel fans to call their local Gospel radio station to request SGN Scoops Radio syndicated program.

Rob Patz is excited about partnering with Edwards in this new show. "I have been friends with Jonathan for quite some time and I appreciate his heart for ministry and his knowledge of the industry," says Patz. "He was awarded the Paul Heil Award for Broadcasting in the 2012 Diamond Awards and he has also had two nominations for the Singing News Fan Awards. Jonathan loves this music and listeners love the way he presents it on radio. We are happy to bring him back to radio in this SGN Scoops show. Be sure to tune in, you won't be disappointed!"

The SGN Scoops Show is now being aired and interested stations should contact Jonathan Edwards directly at jonathan@sgnscoops.com. There will be a new show weekly so fans are encouraged to tune in regularly.

Southern Gospel TV special

Coastal Media is proud to present an upcoming one hour Southern Gospel TV special. Stay tuned to our website for more details coming soon! www.thecoastalmedia.com

Tim Lovelace To Host 2013 Diamond Awards

Creekside Gospel Music Convention, Pigeon Forge, TN (October 15, 2013) – The 2013 Diamond Awards are just a few weeks away and this year’s exciting host will be Gospel artist and comedian extraordinaire, Tim Lovelace! Presented by SGN Scoops, the Awards will be held on Tuesday, October 29 at Pigeon Forge, Tennessee as part of the Creekside Gospel Music Convention. Reserved tickets for this event are free and can still be obtained at http://www.creeksidegospelmusicconvention.com/ .

"I am excited that they are letting an old chunk of coal like me host the Diamond Awards,” says Lovelace. “It is going to be a multifaceted event that you will not want to miss!"

Rob Patz, CEO of Coastal Media Group and publisher of SGNScoops, commented, “The Diamond Awards are always a special time of honoring the Gospel artists that fill our world with the music we love,” said Patz. “We are thrilled to have Tim Lovelace join us this year to share his special gifts with us as well. It promises to be a great night and we hope that everyone will join us!”

SGN Scoops encourages Gospel music fans across the country to plan today to attend the 2013 Creekside Gospel Music Convention. It will be a great week of the best in Southern Gospel music. Monday night will see Lou Hildreth honor the legendary Ed O’Neal. The Old Time Gospel Sing will be presented on Tuesday afternoon with the 2013 Diamond Awards slated for 8:00pm that evening. The Convention will also present the Pauline Patterson Showcase on Wednesday morning and daily devotions with Dr. Jeff Steele.

The Creekside Gospel Music Convention will be presented on October 28, 29 and 30th at the Smoky Mountain Convention Center, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Tickets for this event are free but must be reserved at http://www.creeksidegospelmusicconvention.com/ . Special room rates are available onsite and can be reserved by phone or online. By phone, call toll free at: 1-800-223-6707 or local call 865-908-3015. For online reservations, click onto http://www.smokymountainconventioncenter.com .

For more information regarding the 2013 Creekside Gospel Music Convention, please email Rhonda at rhonda@sgnscoops.com or Rob Patz at rob@sgnscoops.com .

2013 Diamond Awards Nominations Now Open

Annual Fan-Based Awards To Be Held October 29, 2013

Bellingham, WA.(February 18, 2013) – Coastal Media Group and SGN Scoops are thrilled to announce the opening of the 2013 Diamond Awards nominations. Everyone who enjoys Southern, Country and Bluegrass Christian music is encouraged to nominate a top artist who they feel is the finest talent in their category. The ten artists receiving the most nominations in each category will be voted upon to create a top-five artist list. The top-five artists will then be voted upon and the artist who achieves the most votes in their category will be awarded a Diamond Award at the gala ceremony to be held at the Creekside Gospel Music Convention on October 29, 2013 at Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.

The annual Diamond Awards recognize the best in Southern, Country and Bluegrass Christian music and are hosted by SGNScoops digital magazine and Coastal Media Group. Originating in 1991, they were the first Southern Gospel fan-based awards and are still open to all fans, no subscription required. The Diamond Award categories and definitions can be found at http://www.sgnscoops.com/2013-diamond-awards/ . Fans are encouraged to vote today.

About Creekside Gospel Music Convention: Creekside Gospel Music Convention will be held at the Smoky Mountain Convention Center, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, October 28-30, 2013. Presented by SGN Scoops and Coastal Media Group, the CGMC showcases The Diamond Awards and other special events. For more information on Creekside Gospel Music Convention: http://www.creeksidegospelmusicconvention.com/

About SGNScoops: SGNScoops Digital is a fully-downloadable monthly magazine that exists to promote the gospel by unveiling what is intriguing and real about Southern Gospel and Christian Country music. SGNScoops offers music news, concert and book reviews, inspirational articles and features reaching beyond our gospel music world. SGNScoops is the host of the Diamond Awards and is always digital, always free. For more information: http://www.sgnscoops.com/

2012 DIAMOND AWARD WINNERS ANNOUNCED AT CREEKSIDE GOSPEL MUSIC CONVENTION

The Isaacs, Guy Penrod and Jason Crabb Multi-Winners in Gala Event Held October 30, 2012

Pictured above (L-R) Rob Patz of Coastal Media Group, Jason Crabb accepts Diamond Award, Rhonda Frye, editor of SGNScoops

SEATTLE, WA.(November 13, 2012) – SGNScoops presented the 2012 Diamond Awards at the inaugural Creekside Gospel Music Convention on October 30th at Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. The awards ceremony was hosted by Daniel Ball of the Ball Brothers along with singer/songwriter Christy Sutherland and graced with such talent as Gerald and Jason Crabb, Sheri Easter, Phil Stacey, Crosby Lane, David Bryan and Watts, Rowsey and Bean and several others.

“The Diamond Awards evening was a wonderful time of uplifting and encouraging the talented artists in Christian music,” said Rob Patz, CEO of Coastal Media Group and publisher of SGNScoops. “We were honored by incredible performances by all of our featured artists, as well as great hosting by Christy and Daniel. It’s always an event geared to the appreciation of our Gospel music friends, but more than that, it’s a time of worship to God, the Giver of all of our talents. We can’t wait until next year!”

Winners of the 2012 Diamond Awards:
J.D. SUMNER LIVING LEGEND AWARD: Ann Downing
MIXED GROUP OF THE YEAR: The Isaacs
QUARTET OF THE YEAR: Gaither Vocal Band
TRIO OF THE YEAR: The Booth Brothers
DUET OF THE YEAR: Wilburn and Wilburn
FEMALE SOLOIST OF THE YEAR: Janet Paschal
MALE SOLOIST OF THE YEAR: Jason Crabb
SUNRISE AWARD: Beyond the Ashes
SONG OF THE YEAR: “Hear My Heart”, Artist: Jeff and Sheri Easter, Written By: Sheri Easter, Wayne Haun and Joel Lindsey
ALBUM OF THE YEAR: The Song Lives On, Artist: Jason Crabb
CHRISTIAN COUNTRY GROUP OF THE YEAR: The Isaacs
CHRISTIAN COUNTRY FEMALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR: Christy Sutherland
CHRISTIAN COUNTRY MALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR: Guy Penrod
CHRISTIAN COUNTRY ALBUM OF THE YEAR: Breathe Deep, Artist: Guy Penrod
ANTHONY BURGER INSTRUMENTALIST OF THE YEAR: Gordon Mote
DOTTIE RAMBO SONGWRITER OF THE YEAR: Gerald Crabb
BLUEGRASS GOSPEL ARTIST OF THE YEAR: The Isaacs
VIDEO/DVD OF THE YEAR: Bill and Gloria Gaither Present: Tent Rival Homecoming, Gaither Homecoming Series
FAVORITE ARTIST WEBSITE: Gaither.com
FAVORITE INDUSTRY WEBSITE: Gospel Music Today, Ken and Jean Grady
PAUL HEIL AWARD (Broadcasting): Jonathan Edwards
PUBLISHER’S CHOICE AWARD: Lou Hildreth
LOU HILDRETH AWARD: Rhonda Frye and Patricia Mathis

About Creekside Gospel Music Convention: Creekside Gospel Music Convention held it’s inaugural event at the Smokey Mountain Convention Center, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee from October 29 through 31, 2012. The CGMC is presented by SGN Scoops and Coastal Media Group at Pigeon Forge and is the home of The Diamond Awards and other special events. Next year’s dates are October 28, 29 and 30th, 2013. For more information on Creekside Gospel Music Convention visit http://www.creeksidegospelmusicconvention.com/

About SGNScoops: SGNScoops Digital is a fully-downloadable monthly magazine that exists to promote the gospel by unveiling what is intriguing and real about Southern Gospel and Christian Country music. SGNScoops offers music news and views as well as concert and book reviews, inspirational articles and features reaching beyond our gospel music world. SGNScoops is the home of the Diamond Awards, a fan-based annual awards program recognizing the best in Southern Gospel and Christian Country music. SGN Scoops is always digital, always free. For more information: http://www.sgnscoops.com/

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Retro SGM Radio: Coastal Media Acquires SGN Scoops (2009)

First Published by SGM Radio in September 2009
Coastal Media Group Acquires SGN Scoops and the Diamond Awards
By Lorraine Walker

Rob Patz of Coastal Media Group recently announced the acquisition of SGN Scoops magazine and the Diamond Awards program. SGN Scoops will introduce Southern Gospel’s first all-digital, downloadable magazine on September 14, 2009. The Diamond Awards recently held their spectacular 2009 program at the inaugural Branson Gospel Music Convention in July. Together, these two entities enrich and enlarge the cutting-edge Southern Gospel promotional powerhouse of Coastal Media Group.

Coastal Media Group (CMG), began in 1993 and encompasses SGM Radio, a website of Southern Gospel feature stories, monthly columns and CD Reviews. The website, www.sgmradio.com is also host to two internet radio stations. Syndicated radio program, The Southern Styles Show with Rob Patz, is also part of the CMG family. After more than fifteen years in the industry, CMG and Rob Patz decided to take on a new challenge.

“We decided to acquire SGN Scoops magazine and the Diamond Awards because we have a passion for the future of Southern Gospel in the digital media field,” says Rob. “It is another great way to promote Southern Gospel and to be a part of the new things that God is doing through technology.”

“SGN Scoops will be available monthly in a magazine format that readers can download to their own digital devices. They can read the magazine wherever they are; even print it out if they prefer. This will be the first all-digital Southern Gospel magazine and we are thrilled to be on the cusp of what is happening in our industry.”

The staff of SGN Scoops will include Kelly Burton as editor-in chief, Rob Patz as publisher and several contributing writers such as Evie Hawkins, Jimmy McMillan, Jerry Kinkel and Lorraine Walker. There will also be writers with experience in other fields who will be on staff to lend their perspective on the industry.

“I’m really excited about working with Kelly,” says Rob. “She brings a fresh approach to this medium. There are people in life that you just know when you meet them that you will work well together. Kelly is great to work with and shares my vision for this new facet of ministry.”

Kelly Burton says, “It has always, and I mean from childhood, been a dream of mine to write and edit professionally. I have dabbled in doing that for years and this opportunity seemed like a gift from God just for me. I am so excited to have an outlet to use the gift and passion He has given me, and SGN Scoops is an established magazine that only stands to grow in readership and scope. I'm very grateful to publisher Rob Patz for showing faith in me and for not minding that our phone calls often take place while I'm cooking dinner and settling my kids!”


CMG promises a new look and design for the magazine, one which can already be seen on the website www.sgnscoops.com . The website itself features breaking news from the industry and features exclusive to SGN Scoops.

“I want SGN Scoops to showcase what is exciting, challenging, and wonderful about the world of gospel music; not just the music itself, but the people who make it, the topics it covers, the inspiration behind it,” says Kelly. “There are so many stories to tell. There are so many artists who are multi-faceted in their ministries and jobs. Southern Gospel is not just a late-night TV concert or a random event; it is filled with talented and dynamic people who I'd like to see introduced to more than the traditional core audience. We want Scoops to be interactive, engaging, relevant, and evangelistic. Lord, help us as we strive for that!”

CMG acquired SGN Scoops and the Diamond Awards show from Allen Smith who began the magazine in 1996 as an email newsletter. Allen obtained the awards show in 2003 and has worked hard to present the program as a fan-based, ministry-focused event each year. Rob Patz assures fans that the Diamond Awards will be back at the Branson Gospel Music Convention in 2010.

“Branson is a great venue with a beautiful facility, one of the nicest that I’ve been a part of,” says Rob. “The Diamond Awards were amazing this year and a sweet time of fellowship. We hope to take the program to greater heights in the coming years and to make it even more of a ‘can’t miss’ event. We want to increase the level of ministry and entertainment. We want to continue to encourage and recognize the artists. Most of all we want the audience to worship God while they fellowship with each other.”

“The purpose of the Diamond Awards is to reward those who are called to ministry. The Awards are fan-based, fan-voted, fan-driven. It allows people to thank the artists in a way that is outstanding and to show their appreciation in a way that is tangible. The Diamond Awards aren’t just ‘another awards show’. They truly are the fan reaching out with love and encouragement to those that work so hard, using their talents to share the word of God.”

Coastal Media Group is proud of SGN Scoops Magazine and the Diamond Awards and the new directions being planned for both entities. The CMG mission statement is to “use emerging technology to spread the Gospel throughout the world”. With the addition of these new members of the CMG family, that mission is certainly being fulfilled.

For more information:
SGN Scoops Magazine: http://www.sgnscoops.com/
Diamond Awards: http://www.sgnscoops.com/2012-diamond-awards/
SGM Radio: http://www.sgmradio.com/
Southern Styles Show: http://www.southernstylesshow.com/

Christy Sutherland And Daniel Ball To Host 2012 Diamond Awards

Seattle, WA (October 24, 2012) –SGN Scoops is excited to announce the hosts for the 2012 Diamond Awards at Creekside Gospel Music Convention, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Singer/songwriter Christy Sutherland and Daniel Ball of the Ball Brothers will be hosting the Awards gala on Tuesday, October 30th. The Diamond Awards is a free event, featuring performances by Crosby Lane, The Ball Brothers, Phil Stacey and Gerald Crabb, along with other exiting artists. Sutherland and Ball will be joined by other special presenters to announce the winners of the prestigious Diamond Awards.

“Three of my favorite things are: singing, comedy and fishing,” says Daniel Ball. “I’ve never figured out how to combine all three until now. I am thrilled for the opportunity to help host the Diamond Awards at the Creekside Gospel Music Convention. The Ball Brothers will be performing and I’m sure we’ll get some humor into the awards show, whether it’s planned or not. No one has said anything about fishing, but I figure where there is a creek, there are fish! This will be a lot of fun.”

Christy Sutherland, a Diamond Award nominee, is also looking forward to Creekside Gospel Music Convention. “I am honored to be hosting the Diamond Awards for the third year in a row! I am especially looking forward to celebrating the Diamond Awards in the beautiful Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.” Sutherland adds, “Pigeon Forge will always have a special place in my heart, as that is where my husband and I spent most of our courtship. It’s a beautiful town tucked away in the Smoky Mountains and has always been a hot bed for great Southern Gospel and Christian Country music. I can’t wait to see so many of my friends in the music business be recognized for their talents and ministries!”

“I’m excited to have such exceptional talent as hosts for the 2012 Diamond Awards,” says Rob Patz, CEO of Coastal Media Group and publisher of SGN Scoops. “Christy always does a phenomenal job and I’m sure our audience will enjoy the addition of Daniel to the program. I’m looking forward to this great evening of wonderful music and being able to recognize the amazing artists that are in our industry.”

Creekside Gospel Music Convention will be held at the Smokey Mountain Convention Center, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee from October 29 through 31, 2012. All events are free, including morning chapel, afternoon matinees and evening performances, as well as the exhibit hall. The 75th Anniversary Celebration of Lou Hildreth will be the focus on Monday, October 29. The 2012 Diamond Awards will be held on October 30 and October 31 is Family Night. For more information on Creekside Gospel Music Convention visit http://www.creeksidegospelmusicconvention.com/

Rooms are available at the hotel on site for just $54 per night. Reservations can be made by phone or online. By phone, call toll-free at Toll Free: 1-800-223-6707 or local call 865-908-3015. Online Reservations- go to
http://www.smokymountainconventioncenter.com/.
Click “Book My Room” then Click “SGN Scoops.”
For more information, email rob@sgnscoops.com or rhonda@sgnscoops.com.

Creekside Gospel Music Convention Welcomes Ann Downing

Seattle, WA (October 18, 2012) – The Creekside Gospel Music Convention is thrilled
to welcome Ann Downing to this year’s event at Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, October 29
through 31. Dowing, legendary Gospel artist and speaker, is scheduled to apppear during the free three-day event hosted by SGN Scoops and Coastal Media Group.

“Some of my most interesting and fulfilling times are when I am with other artists and gospel music fans at a gathering such as Creekside,” said Ann Downing. “I excitedly look forward to enjoying these good days, celebrating our music, and learning to live out what we sing and speak about!

“I’m delighted to have my friend Ann as part of the Creekside Gospel Music
Convention,” said Rob Patz, CEO of The Coastal Media Group and publisher of SGN
Scoops. “She is always a delight and we are privileged to have her share her music and ministry with us.”

Creekside Gospel Music Convention will be held at the Smokey Mountain Convention
Center, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, from October 29 through 31, 2012. Join us for
morning chapel services, afternoon matinees and evening concerts on each day. All
events are free.

Monday, October 29th features The 75th Anniversary Celebration of
Lou Hildreth. On Tuesday, October 30th, the 2012 Diamond Awards will be presented.
Wednesday, October 31 is Family Night. For more information on Creekside Gospel
Music Convention visit http://www.creeksidegospelmusicconvention.com

For more information on Ann Downing, visit http://www.anndowning.com

Rooms are available at the hotel on site for just $54 per night. Reservations
can be made by phone or online. By phone, call toll-free at Toll Free: 1-
800-223-6707 or local call 865-908-3015. Online Reservations- go to http://
www.smokymountainconventioncenter.com/.
Click “Book My Room” then Click “SGN Scoops.”

Declaration and Promise to Appear at Creekside Gospel Music Convention

Seattle, WA (October 16, 2012) – SGN Scoops and Coastal Media Group are pleased to announce the appearance of 2012 Diamond Award nominees Declaration and Promise at Creekside Gospel Music Convention, October 29-31, 2012. These talented male trios have made a splash in Southern Gospel in the last two years and Creekside welcomes the addition of their strong, traditional tight harmonies. Promise and Declaration join an exciting lineup of artists at the Pigeon Forge event, which is free to all attendees.

From Knoxville, Tennessee, Promise is a trio with experienced vocalists and a professional presentation. Fresh from an appearance on the main stage at the National Quartet Convention in Louisville, Kentucky, this group brings a youthful edge to the Creekside program.

“Promise is thrilled to be able to attend and be a part of the first ever Creekside Gospel Music Convention!” said founder and lead singer David Mann. “We're thrilled with the privilege of sharing the platform with some of Southern Gospel's best. It's going to be a fantastic time full of good gospel music and wonderful fellowship."

Declaration’s members have a solid background in Southern Gospel and exhibit a dedication to excellence in vocal talent. This up-and-coming young trio from Nashville tours with The Booth Brothers and has an energetic presentation that will thrill all ages.

“Declaration is very excited to be a part of the Creekside Gospel Music Convention,” said lead singer, Kasey Kemp. “Rob, Rhonda, Lorraine and all the folks of SGN Scoops are working hard to present a quality Christ-honoring event. We hope to see you folks there.”

“Bringing both Declaration and Promise to the stage of Creekside is a joy,” said Rob Patz, CEO of Coastal Media Group and publisher of SGN Scoops. “The fact that both groups have been nominated for 2012 Diamond Awards is a significant achievement and shows that these young Gospel artists have the talent and experience to take their music to audiences across the country and across the world.”

Creekside Gospel Music Convention will be held at the Smokey Mountain Convention Center, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, from October 29 through 31, 2012. The 75th Anniversary Celebration of Lou Hildreth will be held Monday, October 29. The 2012 Diamond Awards will be presented on October 30 and October 31 is Family Night. Admission to all events is FREE. For more information on Creekside Gospel Music Convention visit http://www.creeksidegospelmusicconvention.com/

For more information on Promise, visit: http://www.promisetrio.com/Promise/Home.html
For more information on Declaration, visit: http://declarationtrio.com/about.htm

Rooms are available at the hotel on site for just $54 per night. Reservations can be made by phone or online. By phone, call toll-free at Toll Free: 1-800-223-6707 or local call 865-908-3015. Online Reservations- go to http://www.smokymountainconventioncenter.com/.
Click “Book My Room” then Click “SGN Scoops.”

Ball Brothers To Appear At Creekside Gospel Music Convention

Seattle, WA (October 15, 2012) – SGN Scoops and Coastal Media Group are pleased to announce that the popular Ball Brothers will be performing at the Diamond Awards presentation to be held at Pigeon Forge on October 30, 2012. The Ball Brothers, recipients of the 2011 Singing News Horizon Group Of The Year Award, are a progressive young vocal group that performs across the country and around the world. They are the latest addition to an exciting line-up of artists scheduled to appear at the Creekside Gospel Music Convention to be held at Pigeon Forge from October 29 through 30, 2012.

“We’re excited and looking forward to the opportunity of singing at this year’s Diamond Awards,” said Daniel Ball. “This will mark the Ball Brother’s first appearance at this event and we can’t wait to introduce our music to everyone and make new friends.”

Rob Patz, CEO of The Coastal Media Group and publisher of SGN Scoops is delighted to add The Ball Brothers to the growing list of Christian artists attending Creekside Gospel Music Convention. “The Ball Brothers are a vocal group with a unique sound that will add a special spark of enthusiasm to the Diamond Awards evening,” said Patz. “We are looking forward to welcoming this great group of singers to Creekside.”

Creekside Gospel Music Convention will be held at the Smoky Mountain Convention Center, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, from October 29 through 31, 2012. The 75th Anniversary Celebration of Lou Hildreth will held Monday, October 29. The 2012 Diamond Awards will be presented on October 30 and October 31 is Family Night. For more information on Creekside Gospel Music Convention visit http://www.creeksidegospelmusicconvention.com/

For more information on The Ball Brothers, visit http://www.theballbrothers.com/home.cfm
Or www.creativevisionentertainment.com

Rooms are available at the hotel on site for just $54 per night. Reservations can be made by phone or online. By phone, call toll-free at Toll Free: 1-800-223-6707 or local call 865-908-3015. Online Reservations- go to http://www.smokymountainconventioncenter.com/.
Click “Book My Room” then Click “SGN Scoops.”

Watts,Rowsey and Bean Join A Great Line Up For The 2012 Diamond Awards

Seattle, WA (October 12 2012) – Rob Patz of Coastal Media Group and SGN Scoops has announced the addition of Watts, Rowsey and Bean to the lineup of Creekside Gospel Music Convention, to be held October 29 through 31 at Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Nicole Watts Jenkins, John Darin Rowsey and Gina Bean recently formed one of the most talented new trios in Gospel music. Fans will be able to experience this exciting trio in person at the 2012 Diamond Awards presentation on October 30, 2012.

“We’re delighted for the opportunity to be a part of such a great event that honors the music and the artists we love so much,” said Dove-award winning singer/songwriter John Darin Rowsey, who traveled with Karen Peck and New River for four years.
Nicole Watts Jenkins is a multiple Singing News award nominee, having performed with The Perrys for seven years. “I am so excited to be performing on the Diamond Awards again this year!” said Watts Jenkins. “We are looking forward to spending time with our fans and friends in beautiful Pigeon Forge.”

Joining Rowsey and Watts Jenkins is acclaimed singer/songwriter Gina Bean. Watts, Rowsey and Bean recently released their debut single to radio, “Turn Your Radio On”. Rob Patz interviewed the trio during last month’s National Quartet Convention, and he noted that the group has a seasoned, exciting sound that showcases three amazing voices.

“We are thrilled to welcome Watts, Rowsey and Bean to the 2012 Diamond Awards presentation. We know this group of awesome vocalists will be a terrific addition to the program,” said Patz.

Creekside Gospel Music Convention will be held at the Smokey Mountain Convention Center, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee from October 29 through 31, 2012. The 75th Anniversary Celebration of Lou Hildreth will be the focus on Monday, October 29. The 2012 Diamond Awards will be held on October 30 and October 31 is Family
Night. For more information on Creekside Gospel Music Convention visit http://www.creeksidegospelmusicconvention.com

WATC TV IN ATLANTA, GEORGIA TO BROADCAST HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE CREEKSIDE GOSPEL MUSIC CONVENTION IN DECEMBER

WATC TV 57 in Atlanta, Georgia has announced that the station will be videotaping
during the upcoming Creekside Gospel Music Convention in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
for an upcoming special to be aired in December 2012. Highlights of the convention
including Lou Hildreth’s 75 Years in Gospel Music Celebration on October 29 and the
Diamond Awards on October 30 will be included in the broadcast.

“We appreciate Rob Patz of SGNScoops and the Creekside Gospel Music
Convention for allowing WATC to be a part,” said Greg West, Program Director of
WATC TV. “We look forward to this being the first year of many more years to come of
bringing this event into the homes of viewers in Atlanta, Georgia and beyond.”

Dates and times of the December broadcast on WATC TV will be announced in
November.

Please check www.watc.tv for more information.

Phil Stacey To Perform At Creekside Gospel Music Convention This Month

Seattle, WA (October 11, 2012) – Coastal Media Group and SGN Scoops are excited
to announce the addition of vocalist Phil Stacey to the line-up of artists scheduled to
appear at Creekside Gospel Music Convention, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. The Christian
recording artist and American Idol finalist will be performing at the Diamond Awards
Celebration on October 30, 2012.

“I’m honored to be participating in the Diamond Awards,” says Stacey. “It’s just a great opportunity to thank the great gospel artists who inspire us and bless us with their amazing God-given talent.”

Rob Patz, CEO of Coastal Media Group and publisher of SGN Scoops, said he is thrilled
to have such a talented, versatile vocalist as part of the Diamond Awards program. “Phil Stacey is a powerful singer with a heart after God. We are so happy to welcome him to Creekside and we know he will inspire both the audience and the award winners.”

Phil Stacey is the latest addition to a growing slate of remarkable talent scheduled to
appear at Creekside. Crosby Lane will be performing at the Convention, along with
artists such as Jim Sheldon, Shannon Knight, and Ava Kasich.

Creekside Gospel Music Convention will be held at the Smokey Mountain Convention
Center, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee from October 29 through 31, 2012. The 75th
Anniversary Celebration of Lou Hildreth will be the focus on Monday, October 29.
The 2012 Diamond Awards will be held on October 30 and October 31 is Family
Night. For more information on Creekside Gospel Music Convention visit http://
www.creeksidegospelmusicconvention.com

For more information about Phil Stacey visit http://www.philstacey.com

Trevecca Nazarene University Hosts First “Diamond Awards On Tour” Concert

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – (April 22, 2011) – Trevecca Nazarene University hosted the first date on the “Diamond Awards On Tour” concert series last week. The show was held last Thursday, April 14, 2011 in the Convocation Center in the new Boone Business Center.

The “Diamond Awards On Tour” show was put on by Coastal Media Group and SGN Scoops Digital in an effort to bring awareness to the Diamond Awards program and attract new readers to the already popular digital magazine. In addition, the evening was streamed live on the internet for people all across the country to enjoy.

The evening was hosted by Coastal Media Group’s Rob Patz and Matthew Dudney and featured show-stopping performances from HisSong, Beyond the Ashes, Christy Sutherland, and Wilburn & Wilburn.

Christy Sutherland said, “I had a great time performing at the ‘Diamond Awards on Tour’ concert last week with Beyond The Ashes, HisSong and Wilburn and Wilburn. I look forward to sharing the stage with these talented artists again in the future.”

"What an honor it was to be a part of the ‘Diamond Awards On Tour’,” mentioned Beyond the Ashes’ Anthony Facello. “We appreciate what SGN Scoops Digital is doing to expand the industry. We cannot wait to do this again in the coming future."

Coastal Media Group’s Rob Patz said, “We had such an incredible evening last Thursday! Each artist gave their all, and we are so excited to go to our next stop on the ‘Diamond Awards On Tour’!”

The Evie Hawkins Agency is the corporate sponsor for the "Diamond Awards On Tour" concert series.

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.