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.

TONIGHT! Tribute To Ed O'Neal To Be Hosted By Lou Hildreth, Larry Ford with Guests Three Bridges

Creekside Gospel Music Convention, Pigeon Forge, TN (October 28, 2013) - Monday, October 28 is the date to honor the legacy of Ed O'Neal at Creekside Gospel Music Convention, Pigeon Forge, TN. Hosts Lou Wills Hildreth and Larry Ford will present an evening of memories, music and merriment as they lead the audience through the life and career of this Gospel music great.

Ed O'Neal will be joined by current and past members of the Dixie Melody Boys, the group he has led for several decades.

SGN Scoops is very excited that Three Bridges will also be making a guest appearance Monday night for the tribute to Ed O'Neal at the Smoky Moutain Convention Center.

"I was a young Gospel singer in the early 70’s when I first met Ed O’Neal and one thing that sticks out in my mind is that he has never changed," says Elliott McCoy of Three Bridges. "He was a true gentleman then and he is still a true gentleman today."

The tribute will begin at 7:00pm and will be held at the Smoky Mountain Convention Centre, 4010 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863. The admission is free so if you can, please come and join us and a host of Gospel music groups for a great evening of Gospel music.

For more information on Creekside Gospel Music Convention, visit http://www.creeksidegospelmusicconvention.com/ The Convention which is being held from October 28 through 30, encompasses three nights and two days of music, showcases and devotionals by Dr. Jeff Steele.

Tuesday afternoon is the Patterson Promotions showcase and the 2013 Diamond Awards. Wednesday brings the Old Time Gospel Sing and another evening of great gospel music.

Tickets are free for the entire event. For more information click on to: http://www.creeksidegospelmusicconvention.com/ or email Rhonda Frye rhonda@sgnscoops.com or Rob Patz at rob@sgnscoops.com

Jeff and Sheri Easter to Perform at 2013 Diamond Awards

Creekside Gospel Music Convention, Pigeon Forge, TN (October 23, 2013) – SGN Scoops and Coastal Media are thrilled to announce the addition of Jeff and Sheri Easter to the list of artists performing at the 2013 Diamond Awards. Hosted by Tim Lovelace, 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/ .

Jeff and Sheri Easter join already slated artists Gerald Crabb and Doyle Lawson and Quicksilver, among others. All of these special performances along with the entire 2013 Diamond Awards will be filmed by Atlanta's Channel 57 to be aired at a date to be announced.


Rob Patz, CEO of Coastal Media Group and publisher of SGNScoops, commented, “I've enjoyed Jeff and Sheri's ministry for many years, and Sheri's appearance at the Diamond Awards last year was a very special highlight of Creekside. I know the Award celebration is going to be another great night and I'd like to welcome all of Jeff and Sheri's fans and friends to join us next Tuesday!"

SGN Scoops encourages Gospel music fans across the country 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 Patterson Promotions Showcase will be presented on Tuesday morning with the 2013 Diamond Awards slated for 8:00 pm that evening. The Convention will also host an Old Time Gospel Sing on Wednesday afternoon and daily morning 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 .

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 .

LOU HILDRETH 75TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION TO BE AIRED DECEMBER 29, 2012 ON WATC TV

Gala Event Includes Appearances By The Blackwoods, Ann Downing, The Southmen and More

Pictured above: Lou Hildreth Celebration Choir led by J.P. Miller


Atlanta, GA.(December 27, 2012) – WATC Television out of Atlanta, Georgia, will be airing the Lou Hildreth 75th Anniversary Celebration held at Creekside Gospel Music Convention on October 30, 2012. The event was hosted by Coastal Media Group and SGNScoops to honor Lou Wills Hildreth, a Gospel Music legend who was delighted by tributes from artists such as Phil Cross, Ann Downing, The Blackwoods, Clayton Inman, Jeff Stice, David Sutton, The Southmen and many more, as well as video clips from Larry Gatlin, Larry Ford and Bill Gaither. Many of these special moments are shown on TV Special to be aired December 29, 2012 at 3:00pm on the WATC TV station as well as on their internet site.

Patricia Mathis and her crew of WATC TV, Atlanta’s TV 57, recorded the Celebration and is excited about airing the TV Special. "The inspiring and precious life of Lou Wills Hildreth, taped at Creekside Gospel Music Convention, will be aired in a 75th Anniversary Celebration special on www.watc.tv, Saturday, December 29, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. You will not want to miss this special honoring Lou for her 75 years of spreading the gospel in music through her own singing, inspiring others and being a person that everyone wanted to know. Thanks to Rob Patz of SGNScoops Digital Magazine and his crew for making this special an awesome event."

Rob Patz, CEO of Coastal Media Group and publisher of SGNScoops, was thrilled to have the opportunity to honor his friend, Lou Hildreth, in such a way. “Lou has spent her lifetime promoting this special music and its timeless message,” said Patz. “To be able to celebrate her achievements and the many friendships she has made was a blessing. We are excited that WATC TV was there to record this special event for those who couldn’t be with us. We hope many will tune in and watch!”


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 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/

Rhonda Mitchell-Frye Receives Coveted Lou Hildreth Award

EHA-Nashville} SGNScoops Editor in Chief, Rhonda Mitchell-Frye, of Ringgold, GA took home the coveted Lou Hildreth Award presented at the Diamond Awards Ceremony last week during the Creekside Gospel Music Convention.

The multi-talented, minister, speaker, performer, and worship leader who is known for her servant’s heart, is no stranger to the Southern Gospel arena. She is multi-awarded for her songwriting talent and performances with NACMI in several catergories, including; “Most Promising Album of the Year,” “Most Promising Songwriter of the Year,”and ”Horizon Female Vocalist of the Year.”

Rhonda’s heart for the ministry is evident as Associate and Worship Pastor at Rock Pointe Church and as she teaches “Mini-Music”-a preschool music/movement program. Rhonda’s music ministry includes a diverse and progressive program that appeals to Southern Gospel, Praise and Worship, and Contemporary music fans.

Lou Hildreth notes, “At the 2012 Diamond Awards, a very special young lady was presented the ‘Lou Hildreth Award’ in recognition of her outstanding contribution to the gospel music industry. It is my privilege each year to designate the recipient of this award, and Rhonda Frye, the dynamic young Editor-In-Chief of SGN Scoops, is without question the right choice. Rhonda demonstrates her love for Gospel music in total dedication to the artists and the industry. She has made excellent progress in broadening the interest in Gospel music, our shared passion, and keeps expanding the influence. It was indeed a special thrill to present the “Lou Hildreth Award” to the fabulous Rhonda Frye.”

Rhonda Frye notes, “I am so honored and humbled to have received the ‘Lou Hildreth Award.’ Lou has been a true example of what it means to dedicate one’s life to this amazing and blessed music. I am dedicated to carrying this torch forward and holding up the standard that Lou has set before us. Lou cannot be duplicated, but she can certainly be a role-model for all of us who aspire to carry out God’s plan in Gospel Music!

Contact Rhonda: http://rhondafrye.com/ http://www.facebook.com/rhonda.m.frye?fref=ts For more info on Lou Wills-Hildreth www.louhildreth.com
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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.

SGNScoops Presents “CREEKSIDE GOSPEL MUSIC CONVENTION” Home of the 2012 Diamond Awards

SGNScoops announces plans are now underway for a new event called “Creekside Gospel Music Convention!” The three day event will take place  in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee on October 29,30 31! The festivities will include Gospel Music, the 2012 Diamond Awards and a special night of celebrating Ms. Lou Hildreth’s SEVENTY FIVE YEARS in Gospel Music!  “Please accept this invitation to join me in celebrating my SEVENTY FIVE YEARS IN GOSPEL MUSIC on Monday October 29, 7PM, at the Smokey Mountain Convention Center, Pigeon Forge,Tennessee,” says Mrs.Hildreth. “Come share the music, laughter, and fellowship.  Everyone is welcome!!  The fabulous DIAMOND AWARDS are scheduled for Tuesday night at the same venue. Free Admission to all events.”
Rob Patz, publisher of SGNScoops Magazine, owner of the Diamond Awards says, “I believe God opened the door for our new three day event. I also believe these three days will prove to be an uplifting time of fun and fellowship. It will also be a great time of celebration. I am honored that Ms. Lou Hildreth chose to celebrate her special night with us. She is truly a legend in gospel music.” Rob continues, “I’m very excited about the Diamond Awards. We have a team of creative individuals and industry professionals working together to present a memorable night.”
The Smokie Mountain Convention Center is located in the heart of Pigeon Forge, near to Gatlinburg and surrounded by the Great Smokie Mountains.”I’m beyond excited,” Rhonda Frye, Editor of Scoops Magazine adds, “for one, the scenery that time of year is breath-taking!  Add outlet shopping, great food, good friends, celebrations AND Gospel Music, it’s an event you don’t want to miss!”
The Diamond Awards are fan based and fan driven. The first round of voting has been counted and the second round begins on Monday, May 21. We urge you to participate in the next round and we also encourage you to post the link to voting on your website and social media outlets.
We are working with the Smokie Mountain Convention Center to provide affordable hotel packages for these three days, so stay tuned!  We also will provide space for a limited amount of booths for artists and groups. Please mark your calendars and make plans to join SGNScoops in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee for the Creekside Gospel Music Convention!
For more information, contact Rob Patz at rob@sgnscoops.com