Michael English Releases New Worship Project

Nashville, Tennessee (October 12, 2015) For the first time in his legendary career, Michael English announces the release of a brand new Praise & Worship project. The album, appropriately entitled Worship, features the worship anthems nearest and dearest to his heart, sung with the rich and soulful vocals that are unmistakably Michael English.

Showcasing beloved songs such as "Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)”, "Revelation Song”, "10,000 Reasons (Bless The Lord)”, and "Hallelujah For the Cross”, Worship reaches deep into the soul with an honesty and candidness that draws the listener to the throne.

Michael explained, "I have chosen praise songs that touched me as I worshiped in church. I feel if these songs really touched me, they are probably going to bless others as I pour my heart into them.”

"Michael English sets the standard for vocalists in Christian music” comments Ed Leonard, President of Daywind Records. Continuing Leonard states, "Recording his first worship album is an honor for Daywind.”

Worship is available through Michael at http://michael-english.myshopify.com/ or http://michaelenglishmusic.com/ . It will also be available at Christian retail stores across the country and digitally at iTunes and other outlets.

If you would like an interview with Michael English contact AG Publicity at info@agpublicity.com .

You can learn more about Michael English at http://www.michaelenglishmusic.com .

Follow Michael on FaceBook at https://www.facebook.com/michaelenglishmusic/timeline .

To book Michael contact Beckie at the Beckie Simmons Agency beckie@bsaworld.com or call 615-595-7500 or contact Daystar Promotions - Renee Barham – 918-838-3239 .



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About Michael English
In Michael’s autobiography, The Prodigal Comes Home: My Story of Failure and God’s Story of Redemption (Thomas Nelson, Inc), he gives readers an honest look at the painful path that led him away from God and his family, but more importantly, he shows how God, with grace and mercy, rescued Michael and redeemed his shattered life.

"When the lowest thing that could possibly happen happens; don’t give up, because you might be missing a blessing down the road,” says English. "When I started driving my own life, as though God were like some kind of global positioning system that I could choose to follow or ignore, I turned down dead ends and dark alleys, thinking they were going to lead me somewhere.”

In 2009, Michael’s life came full circle as he returned to the Gaither Vocal Band as their lead singer. After a successful five year run with the GVB, Michael felt called to return to a full time solo career at the end of 2013.

Daywind Signs Jim Brady Trio

HENDERSONVILLE, Tenn. (September 18, 2014) - Daywind has added the Jim Brady Trio to its stellar artist roster.  The group’s first recording will be released in the early 2015.  Jim and Melissa Brady made the announcement via video posted to social media and released as a press release. “Jim and Melissa Brady are two of the most loving, focused, and talented people in our industry,” shared Ed Leonard, Daywind’s president.  “We have enjoyed our relationship with Jim as a part of the Booth Brothers and are excited to see his new group take flight.  Many people will be blessed and encouraged by this new ministry, and the sound, oh my, the sound!” Emerging from his 13 years with the amazing Booth Brothers with the full support of Michael and Ronnie Booth, Brady is excited to join his wife Melissa and their third member in building a ministry of their own in the tradition of Greater Vision, Legacy Five, Dailey and Vincent, Karen Peck and New River, Ivan Parker, Brian Free and Assurance, and the countless other successful ministries of today that were birthed out of other successful ministries. The Jim Brady Trio joins Legacy Five, Greater Vision, Brian Free and Assurance, Tribute, Karen Peck and New River, the Blackwood Brothers, Adam Crabb, Joseph Habedank, the Nelons, the Browders, Wilburn and Wilburn, the Bowling Family and other top Southern Gospel artists on the Daywind roster. For more information on the Jim Brady Trio, please visitwww.bradyhousemusic.com.  For more information on Daywind Records, please visitwww.daywindrecords.com or contact Amanda Martin at 615-822-4524

Legacy Five Announces Release of New Album “Great Day”

Hendersonville, TN - March 14, 2014 Legacy Five’s new album, “Great Day” , is set to release on March 25th, 2014. The album has already garnered much fan attention when the group allowed the public to vote for the album cover photo. Nearly 2,500 votes were cast.
“After listening to some 200 songs, I am very confident that we have assembled a stellar collection of music… perhaps the best ever for Legacy Five. Combine that with the genius of Lari Goss and you are well on your way to a great recording. Add in five pretty great guys and what do you have? One amazing and “Great Day”….our brand new recording on Daywind Records,” beamed Scott Fowler of Legacy Five.
In celebration of the new CD Legacy Five is giving away a free download for the song “Christ Is Still King” before the album releases. The first 1,000 fans to email legacyfive@daywind.com will receive the free download.
Ed Leonard, President of Daywind Records states, “Scott Fowler and the guys have recorded a fantastic album. This is their best one yet.”
Legacy Five has enjoyed more success in their short career than many groups experience in decades. They have been nominated for some 75 Singing News fan awards. The Southern Gospel Music Association honored Legacy Five with Recording of the year and they have had 2 Dove Award nominations.
The rich four and five-part harmony that Legacy Five has become noted for are the result of a masterful weaving together of five unique and versatile talents. Matt Fouch sings the bass, Scott Howard sings the baritone, Scott Fowler sings the Lead, Gus Gaches sings the tenor and Trey Ivey is the group’s pianist.
Legacy Five is on Daywind Records along with such artists as Greater Vision, Brian Free & Assurance, Karen Peck and New River, the Browders and more. Daywind is distributed to Christian retail by New Day Christian Distributors (www.newdaychristian.com) and to the general market by Select O Hits.
For more information on Daywind, visit www.daywindrecords.com or contact Amanda Martin at 1-800-635-9581.
For more information on Legacy Five, visit www.legacyfive.com.

Southern Gospel Music Executive, Norman Holland, Passes Away

Hendersonville, TN (March 11, 2014) - Beloved Southern Gospel music executive Norman Holland passed away on Monday, March 10th, 2014, due to heart failure.

Norman began his Gospel music career in radio promotions at the Benson Company in 1980, and through the years became a catalyst in the careers of such legendary artists as the Cathedral Quartet, the Speer Family, the Kingsmen Quartet, J.D. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet, Gold City, Jeff and Sheri Easter, and Greater Vision. Later, Holland headed the A&R department for Chapel Records (now Spring Hill) where he worked on the Gaither Homecoming Series and helped launch the careers of Brian Free and Assurance and the Martins.

For the past 16 years, Holland served artists as Vice President of A&R at Daywind Records where he built one of the top labels in the genre by guiding the careers of Greater Vision, the Perrys, Legacy Five, the Booth Brothers, Brian Free and Assurance, the Nelons, Karen Peck and New River, the Mark Trammell Quartet, Mark Lowry, Sisters, Barbara Fairchild, and many more. In recognition of his tremendous impact on Southern Gospel music during his career, Holland received a lifetime achievement award from the Southern Gospel Music Guild in 2012.

Greater than all of his accomplishments in a 35-year career, Holland will be best remembered as a friend to artists. “There may never be another who cares for artists like Norman cared,” shared Ed Leonard, President of Daywind Records. “He was loved by all. This is a heartbreaking loss for all of us who loved Norman, but a tremendous gain for heaven above.” Added Dottie Leonard-Miller, founder and CEO of Daywind, “the wonderful memories of working and sharing life with Norman for 16 years are precious. I will cherish them as I cherished him.”

Speaking on behalf of the many artists Norman Holland touched with his grace, compassion, and love, Gerald Wolfe of Greater Vision said, “Norman and I had a great working relationship for 27 years, but more importantly, he was one of my closest friends. His laughter was contagious, and his larger-than-life, magnetic personality always lit up any room he was in. Gospel Music has lost one of its most innovative and influential behind-the-scenes personalities. I have lost a friend. But not for long. I know where he is.”

Funeral services for Norman will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 15th, 2014, with visitation taking place from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. that day. The funeral and visitation will take place at Sorrell’s Funeral Home, 2744 W Magnolia Ave, Geneva, Alabama, 36340, Phone:(334) 684-9999. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Norman Holland Memorial Fund c/o Norman’s sister, Edith Brown, 1209 Glenwood Street, Dothan, Alabama, 36301. The balance of the fund after funeral expenses will be donated to the Gospel Music Trust Fund.

There will be a memorial service in honor of Norman held in Nashville within the next month.

Scott Godsey Joins Daywind Records

Nashville, TN (December 11, 2013) Music executive Scott Godsey is joining Daywind Records as its Vice President encompassing A&R responsibilities, ushering in a new season for Daywind Records and its family of artists. In its 26-year history, Daywind has only had two A&R directors. Both were seasoned professionals and took Daywind to the next level in Southern Gospel music. In his new role, Godsey will give creative direction to Daywind’s artists, seek out the next generation of Southern Gospel music ministries, and develop audio, video, digital, merchandising, and live experience ventures to bring Daywind’s artists in closer relationship with their expanding audience.

“I am thrilled to work with Scott to create a true next generation recording company that will continue to reflect Daywind founder Dottie Leonard Miller’s ministry focus for the company,” announced Daywind President, Ed Leonard. “Scott has a long history in Southern Gospel music. He grew up on the road with his father’s group, the Northmen, and has spent the last several years learning the Southern Gospel music business and developing new ways to expose Gospel music through new formats. I am most excited for the Daywind family of artists and their fans. Bringing Daywind’s resources and infrastructure together with Scott’s imagination and drive will be an amazing combination.”

Scott Godsey shares, “I am excited to join a company that shares my passion for expanding the audience of Southern Gospel music. I have been blessed with many opportunities and I knew that this was one I could not pass on. I am eager to work with the Daywind artist roster and integrate strategies that will effectively reach people.”

For the past few years, Godsey ran his own firm, Godsey and Associates, which specialized in music and video production, internet marketing, and social media services. He created and produces the “Music City Show,” which features the top talent in Southern Gospel music and currently airs on RFDTV Network, Familynet and Heartland. Godsey also served stints as vice president at both the Eddie Crook Company and Homeland Records. Godsey and Associates will remain in operation for special projects that do not fall under Daywind’s scope of operations, and Godsey will continue to produce the “Music City Show”.

Daywind Records is home to a stellar family of artists that includes Karen Peck and New River,, Greater Vision, Brian Free and Assurance, Legacy Five, Wilburn and Wilburn, Adam Crabb, the Mark Trammell Quartet, the Browders, the Nelons, the Hoskins Family, the legendary Blackwood Brothers, Watts Rowsey and Bean, and Amber Nelon Thompson. Daywind is distributed to Christian retail by New Day Christian Distributors (www.newdaychristian.com) and to the general market by Select-O-Hits.

You can learn more about Scott Godsey at http://godseyandassociates.com or https://www.facebook.com/scootergodsey .

You can learn more about Daywind Records at http://www.daywindrecords.com or https://www.facebook.com/pages/Daywind-Records .

Browders Celebrate #1 Song and "Time Machine" CD Release With A Party And A Free Download Giveaway

Nashville, TN (August 7, 2013) Award winning artists, the Browders, celebrated three number one hits on the Singing News Charts as well as four #1 hits on the Absolutely Gospel Music Charts with a party at BMI attended by numerous industry and media personnel, including representatives from Solid Gospel Radio, Singing News, Homecoming Magazine, Daywind Records, AbsolutelyGospel.com and Broadcasting and Digital Media Corp.
Daywind President, Ed Leonard, told the guests, “Daywind is excited to have the Browders as our newest artist and proud to help them celebrate all their number 1 songs and top ten hits from their last album 'The Message'. Their new album 'Time Machine' is being released through Daywind. We expect to see more number 1 songs from this CD.”
Matthew Browder commented, “What a year this has been, and it is not even over yet. While we do not travel and sing for awards and #1 songs, we appreciate the acknowledgment from fans and the radio DJs who chart our songs. If these #1 songs and awards help us reach more people with the message of the Gospel, then we gladly accept them.”
Voted “Breakthrough Artist of the Year” at the Absolutely Gospel Music Awards in 2013, the Browders are coming off a record-setting achievement. In addition to “Praise You In This Valley,” their latest #1 song, “Message Of The Cross," “Stepping Stones," “Land Of No Goodbyes," and “Fall On My Knees” were all #1 songs. All were penned by the Browders. In all, seven songs from the album "The Message" reached the top ten.
The group's new album,"Time Machine," was a year in the making and released to Christian retail and digital outlets on Tuesday, August 6, 2013, through Daywind Records. The album features the hit single “He Is Alive,” which debuted on the national radio charts at #34.
The Browders are also celebrating their #1 song for July on the Singing News charts “Praise You In This Valley” with an "unprecedented" move by giving away an mp3 of the song FREE on their web site to anyone who signs up on their e-list. Just go to the Browders website for more instructions on how to get that free download.
For more information on the Browders visit www.thebrowders.com, or www.facebook.com/pages/The-Browders-Friends.
You can contact the Browders at office@thebrowders.com
Daywind Records is home to such great artists as Adam Crabb, Karen Peck and New River, the Perrys, and more. Daywind is distributed to Christian retail by New Day Christian Distributors (www.newdaychristian.com) and to the general market by Select-O-Hits.
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About The Browders
From their beginning traveling together as a family in a Dodge Omni car, to a successful music ministry with national hits, The Browders of Hiltons, Virginia are one of the most exciting groups to step on stage in many years. This family group consists of Tommy Browder, his sons, Matthew and David, and Matthew’s wife, Sonya. They travel year round, keeping a full concert schedule as well as holding revivals across the country. One of their most captivating qualities is that The Browders play much of their music live with Tommy on acoustic lead, David on bass, Matthew on rhythm guitar and Sonya on piano. They also write most of their own music.

In recent years, they have been steadily expanding and improving their ministry for the glory of God. They have enjoyed Singing News charting success with original songs like “Stand Up For Jesus” (peaked at #7, in top 20 songs of the year), “Waitin’ On My Change” (#14) and many others. With the release of their highly-anticipated, “The Message” recording came a milestone—their first #1 radio single, “Message of the Cross”. They are currently performing songs from that recording as well as their hits and most-requested songs.

Though things change throughout the years, their mission has remained the same—to bring hope to a lost and dying world and to encourage and challenge believers. They’re real and they’re anointed. We hope that in the near future you are able to attend or host a Browders’ concert to experience how God is working through this team.

Record-Setting Browders Join Daywind’s Family of Artists

(Hendersonville, Tenn.) July 25, 2013 – The Browders, one of Southern Gospel’s most exciting new artists, has signed a long-term recording and publishing agreement with Daywind Records. Named “Breakthrough Artist of the Year” at the Absolutely Gospel Music Awards in 2013, the Browders are coming off a record-setting achievement. Their last album featured three #1 songs and an additional four top 10 songs during its run. Their new recording, Time Machine, is a year in the making and will release to Christian retail and digital outlets on Tuesday, August 6, 2013, through Daywind Records. Time Machine features the hit single “He Is Alive,” which debuted on the national radio charts at #34.
“Daywind is thrilled to focus our efforts on such a talented artist. The Browders have built a strong foundation for long-term success in Gospel music. From their songwriting skills to their energetic on-stage performances, they present the Gospel in a unique way to listeners of all ages,” said Ed Leonard, President of Daywind Records.
The Browders are excited to join a team centered around building their ministry. “Daywind shares our vision to reach as many people as we can for Christ through the songwriting, vocal, and musical talents God has given us. Although we have enjoyed the time spent developing our ministry independently, we are excited that the Lord has opened this door for us to enter a new season. We believe the best is yet to come,” shared Sonya Browder.
The Browders, based in Hiltons, Virginia, consist of Tommy Browder (acoustic lead), his sons, Matthew (rhythm guitar) and David (bass), and Matthew’s wife, Sonya (piano). The group performs a full slate of concerts and holds revivals across the country. For more about the Browders, visit www.thebrowders.com.
Daywind Records is home to such great artists as Adam Crabb, Karen Peck and New River, the Perrys, and more. Daywind is distributed to Christian retail by New Day Christian Distributors (www.newdaychristian.com) and to the general market by Select-O-Hits.

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About The Browders
From their beginning traveling together as a family in a Dodge Omni car, to a successful music ministry with national hits, The Browders of Hiltons, Virginia are one of the most exciting groups to step on stage in many years. This family group consists of Tommy Browder, his sons, Matthew and David, and Matthew’s wife, Sonya. They travel year round, keeping a full concert schedule as well as holding revivals across the country. One of their most captivating qualities is that The Browders play much of their music live with Tommy on acoustic lead, David on bass, Matthew on rhythm guitar and Sonya on piano. They also write most of their own music.
In recent years, they have been steadily expanding and improving their ministry for the glory of God. They have enjoyed Singing News charting success with original songs like “Stand Up For Jesus” (peaked at #7, in top 20 songs of the year), “Waitin’ On My Change” (#14) and many others. With the release of their highly-anticipated, “The Message” recording came a milestone—their first #1 radio single, “Message of the Cross”. They are currently performing songs from that recording as well as their hits and most-requested songs.

Though things change throughout the years, their mission has remained the same—to bring hope to a lost and dying world and to encourage and challenge believers. They’re real and they’re anointed. We hope that in the near future you are able to attend or host a Browders’ concert to experience how God is working through this team.

Daywind Music Group Shines In The 2012 Dove Award Nominations

Hendersonville, TN (February 22, 2011) – During a press conference, held this morning at the Fox Theatre’s Grand Salon in Atlanta, GA, the final Dove nominees for the 43rd Annual GMA Dove Awards were announced.
Daywind Music Group is incredibly honored to have received 10 nominations this year.The Perrys were honored with a Song of the Year nomination for “Celebrate Me Home” (Lindsey & Haun), in addition to one for Southern Gospel Song of the Year.
Karen Peck & New River’s newest album, Reach Out (Haun), received a nod for Southern Gospel Album, with the song “Good Things Are Happening” (Haun & Isaacs) being recognized for Country Song of the Year.
The Chigger Hill Boys & Terri garnered two nominations, with their album, Indescribable: Bluegrass Meets Worship (Mark Dunham), receiving a nod for Bluegrass Album of the Year and the song, “Indescribable” (Reeves & Story), receiving one for Bluegrass Recorded Song of the Year. Daywind received three nominations in the Country Album of the Year category, with Marshall Hall’s Brighter One (Hall, DeMarcus & English), Wilburn & Wilburn’s Family Ties (Isaacs), and Going Places (Sykes) by Crabb Revival all earning recognition.
Rounding out the Daywind nominations is Love Won by Kenna Turner West, published through Daywind Music Publishing, and nominated for Musical Of The Year.
Ed Leonard, President of Daywind Records, shares, “We are so proud of our artists, songwriters, and producers for their Dove Award nominations. It is an honor that the Dove voters have recognized them for their creativity in this way.”
The 43rd Annual GMA Dove Awards will be held on Thursday, April 19, 2012, at the historic Fox Theatre in Atlanta, GA. While the awards are the purpose of the show, music performances will definitely share center stage at the GMA Dove Awards, showcasing some of Gospel music’s hottest and most diverse artists.
Tickets to the 43rd Annual GMA Dove Awards are currently on sale through the Fox Theatre Box Office or at ticketmaster.com. For more information on the GMA, visit gospelmusic.org.Daywind Records is based in Hendersonville, TN, and is distributed worldwide through New Day Christian Distributors.
In addition to the artists mentioned, Daywind is home to many other great artists such as Greater Vision and the Blackwood Brothers, among others.
For more information on Daywind Records, visit www.daywindrecords.com.

Music Industry for Dummies

Coming up on a multi-part series of Daniel Britt & Friends, the weeks of 06/13/11, 06/20/11, & 06/27/1: THE MUSIC INDUSTRY FOR DUMMIES


Winston-Salem, NC (06/10/2011) - If you're a fan of music - any kind of music - you are probably keenly aware that the music industry has changed, and continues to change at a rapid pace. For music lovers, this means having digital access to the latest hits, the oldest classics, & the ability to bypass traditional gatekeepers to discover up & coming artists and talents. You've heard terms like "YouTube sensation," "illegal music downloads," & unlimited access to music from "the cloud." So, what does all of this mean to you, the fan, versus your favorite artists & their ability to maintain quality, creativity, & their ultimate calling to spread the Gospel? To answer these questions & explore the process of making music in the 21st Century, Daniel sits down with President of Daywind, President & Chairman Gospel Music Association, & Vice Chairman of Christian Booksellers Association Ed Leonard, Director of Daywind Publishing, Rick Shelton, & Producer & Radio Promoter, Donna Beauvais. The Music Industry for Dummies, a multi-part series, coming up on Daniel Britt & Friends!

About Daniel Britt & Friends: Daniel Britt & Friends is a one-hour Gospel music radio show, available each week to nearly 30 million satellite subscribers* throughout the U.S. and Canada on SIRIUS XM SATELLITE RADIO's enLighten (XM34; Sirius67) - Mondays at 7PM ET, Thursdays at 10PM ET, and Saturdays at 12 Noon ET. You can also catch the show online at xmradio.com, sirius.com, or with Dish Network on channel 6067. After the broadcast, you can download the extended interview from www.danielbritt.com

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