SGN Scoops Digital Releases January 2014 Edition with David Phelps on Cover

Happy New Year! We’re kicking off 2014 right with the one and only David Phelps on the cover!

Also in this issue, enjoy articles on Donna King, the Old Paths Quartet, Chris Allman, Page Trio, Carolina Quartet, Suzanne Hise and Mike Manuel.

Don’t miss who topped the SGNScoops radio chart for January and don’t miss the latest update on our Creekside Gospel Music Convention.

We are thrilled to welcome David Staton to our writing staff! David unveils his new column, “Can You Handle The Truth?”

Catch the latest devotions from Sherry Anne and Jeff Steele as well as tips from Laurette Willis on Christian Fitness.

Legendary Lou Wills Hildreth’s articles are always great. You don’t want to miss “Life, Love and Legends.”

It’s a special treat to share an article on Edna Wright, the newly elected Southern Gospel Music Promoters President!

Check out January’s music reviews as well as Publisher, Rob Patz and editor, Rhonda’s Frye’s expectations for the New Year.

Remember, SGNScoops is absolutely free. Read. Enjoy. Share!

Creekside Gospel Music Convention Countdown!

Do you enjoy great Gospel Music? It's only THREE MONTHS until the Second Annual Creekside Gospel Music Convention at Pigeon Forge. Please join us for three days of fun, faith and fellowship at the Smoky Mountain Convention Center, October 28th, 29th and 30th. All events are free to the public, including morning chapel with Dr. Jeff Steele, afternoon showcases and even the evening concerts!

SPECIAL HIGHLIGHTS:
Monday October 28:
Evening - Lou Wills Hildreth presents a Tribute to Ed O'Neal of the Dixie Melody Boys

Tuesday October 29:
Morning concert by Patterson Promotions. Special guests are the Boynton Elementary Chorus.
Afternoon: Matinee Gospel music presentation
Evening: 2013 Diamond Awards gala presentation

Wednesday October 30:
Afternoon matinee: Golden State Quartet presents the Old Time Gospel Sing
Evening: Gospel music presentation and Convention closure


The Creekside Gospel Music Convention is presented by SGNScoops.com. We are your source for Southern Gospel, Christian Country and Gospel Music. We keep the news current on our website and offer a free monthly online magazine. Every issue includes features, new music reviews, concert stories and more. Check out our website at http://www.sgnscoops.com/.

For more information about Creekside Gospel Music Convention, visit: http://www.creeksidegospelmusicconvention.com/ or email Rob Patz at rob@sgnscoops.com.

Creekside Gospel Music Convention October 29,30, 31 in Pigeon Forge, TN

SGNScoops is proud to present the Creekside Gospel Music Convention next week, October 29,30,31 at the Smoky Mountain Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. The three day event will feature some of the best in Southern Gospel Music as well as celebrations of milestones and achievements in the Gospel Music Industry. WATC Channel 57 out of Atlanta will capture the highlights of the Creekside Gospel Music Convention and will air a special program in December. Below is a description of the activities and events of the Creekside Gospel Music Convention and remember ALL EVENTS ARE FREE TO THE PUBLIC!

On Monday evening at 7:00pm, we will celebrate 75 years in Gospel Music with Mrs. Lou Wills Hildreth! This celebration will include performances by special guests and will be hosted by Tim Lovelace. This evening will be a great night of honoring a living legend in Gospel Music and everyone is invited!

Before the Lou Hildreth Celebration begins at 7:00pm, there will be a “Pre-Show” at 5:30 pm. This Pre-Show will include artist performances by Phil Cross, Promise, Channing Eleton and more.

An evening concert will follow Ms. Lou’s Celebration and will include performances by Declaration Trio, Triumphant, The Youngs and others.

On Tuesday morning, the fellowship continues! There will be a 9:30 a.m. chapel service and then an afternoon musical matinee will take place. From noon until 3:00pm, artist performances will include The Williamsons, Omega, Christy Sutherland, Ann Downing, Logan Smith along with many more.

The Diamond Awards Show will be presented on Tuesday evening at 7:00pm. For the last several months, fans voted for their favorite artists and groups in 23 different categories. The final five nominees, along with the winner of each category, will be announced. Special artist performances during the Diamond Awards Show will include the Ball Brothers, David Bryan, Gerald Crabb, Phil Stacey, Watts, Rowsey, Bean and others. The evening will also feature the debut of a brand new group, Crosby Lane. The night’s special event will be hosted by soloist Christy Sutherland and Daniel Ball of the Ball Brothers.

The Diamond Awards Pre-Show will begin at 5:30pm on Tuesday afternoon and will continue until the Diamond Awards begin at 7:00pm. Following the Diamond Awards, performances from many artists and groups will continue until 11:00 p.m.

Wednesday morning, October 31, the Chapel Service will begin at 9:30am with a short devotion and time of worship. The afternoon concert, from noon until 3:00pm will feature David Bryan, Pine Ridge Boys, Ava Kasich, Renaissance Revival, The Griffins and more. From 3:00pm – 11:00pm, the fellowship and music continues with an Evening Concert showcasing Lindsay Huggins, Rhonda Frye, Lisa Herald, In His Image Quartet, Faith’s Journey and others.

For a complete schedule, visit: http://www.creeksidegospelmusicconvention.com/p/2012.html (Schedule is Subject to Change)

In addition to the celebrations, awards and gospel music, SGNScoops has partnered with a local ministry. All guests and participants are encouraged to bring good used clothing, house-hold items, toys, books, cds and more to benefit LIVE-IT. LIVE-IT is a local non-profit ministry serving widows, orphans and the less fortunate in the Sevier County area. Items collected will stock LIVE-IT’s thrift store. All items sold will directly fund ministry needs. For more information about the out-reach project, visit: http://www.sgnscoops.com/2012/10/08/creekside-gospel-music-convention-announces-outreach-project/.

The exhibit area of the Smoky Mountain Convention Center will be filled with artist and vendor booths. This is a great chance to meet your favorite artists as well as purchase a variety of products.

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.

SGN Scoops August Edition Features Greater Vision

We’re serving up another sizzling hot summer issue! This packed August edition unveils the list of the 2012 Diamond Awards Nominees!

Also this month, Lorraine Walker, Sandi Duncan Clark, Jennifer Campbell, Charlie Sexton and Laura Kennedy presents the latest happenings in the ministries of Greater Vision, Charlotte Ritchie, Lynda Randle, The Skyline Boys, Jeff Steele and Jaidyn’s Call.

Look behind the music with Rob Estep as he talks with Ben Storie, and focus on the young with Victoria Shirey as she shines the spotlight on Rebecca Reynolds. Don’t miss Rob Patz’ Publisher’s Point and enjoy a Media Minute with him along with Sylvia Green.

Charlie Sexton covers the Lari Goss Celebration and Rhonda Frye catches up with Union Street, Roy Webb and Bruce Taliaferro on the road. Lou Wills Hildreth shares legendary memories, John Mathis Jr. offers a word of encouragement and Laurrette Willis’ reminds us to eat healthy!

Jeff Hawes shares memories from his home town, and special guest writer, AJ RINALDI offers post-trauma faith sharing tips.

We also share our excitement regarding 2 major upcoming events: The National Quartet Convention and Creekside Gospel Music Convention! See what songs are topping the charts and who is releasing new music in this all-digital, all free August Edition! And… Share with your friends!

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DIAMOND AWARDS PROMO 3

LOU HILDRETH AND JUDY NELON AWARDED PRESTIGIOUS SGMG LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT HONOR

LOUISVILLE, KY - The SGMG (Southern Gospel Music Guild) recognized industry icons and life-long friends Lou Wills Hildreth and Judy Spencer Nelon with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Honor at a special reception held during the 2010 National Quartet Convention in Louisville, KY. SGMG Vice-President Beckie Simmons Bates presented the honors where a group of industry friends and colleagues gathered to share in the special occasion. The afternoon celebration opened with a welcome from NQC Executive Vice-President Clarke Beasley. The Nelons sang, "The Lord's Prayer" and host Dr. Jerry Goff, well-known for his masterful MC work, introduced the presenters who included their congratulations and numerous stories. Beckie Simmons Bates, Jimmy Blackwood, Fay Shed and a phone call from Larry Gatlin for his mentor Lou Hildreth contributed to a very heartwarming presentation. Kelly Nelon Clark headed the list of presenters for Judy Nelon followed by Sue Dodge, Lisa Abraham and Eddie DeGarmo. Aaron Crisler presented red roses to Lou Hildreth thanking her for mentoring his mentor Judy Nelon. Crisler also presented red roses to Nelon alongside a heartwarming story of his life since coming into the world of Judy Nelon. Mark Lowry spoke words of appreciation for both honorees. Lowry started with Hildreth whom he told of helping him with her booking agency at the age of 11. Mark’s mom brought him to a concert in Nashville, Tennessee dressed resembling a flag in red, white and blue. Lowry then thanked Nelon for her help in making it possible for him to perform on a showcase at the famous Christian Artists event in Estes Park, CO. He said, "It all started that day and finally landing me with the Gaithers." The afternoon celebration was sponsored by the SGMG and was attended by a list of prestigious Christian music members.

Lou Hildreth stated, “I am humbled and overwhelmed with gratitude to be the recipient of the 2010 SGMG Lifetime Achievement Award knowing that it came from my peers. The Southern Gospel Music Guild is dear to my heart, and I am thankful that I was there when this strong and growing organization was founded. The board made an excellent choice in giving Judy Nelon a Lifetime Achievement Award also. It made the celebration complete for me. Judy and I have both served the gospel music industry and fans with an equal passion and have combined our efforts on many projects, beginning with the 1971-72 GMA Board Of Directors. It has been a glorious ‘lifetime in gospel music’ and my heart overflows with love and thanks to a gracious Heavenly Father. Thank you my friends and colleagues at the SGMG.”

Judy Nelon continued, “I am grateful and blessed to be the recipient of the 2010 SGMG Lifetime Achievement Honor, especially sharing this with my dear friend Lou Hildreth and surrounded by so many I have loved and worked with for over 40 years in gospel music.

Having Lou in my life has been one of my greatest blessings. She has a soft voice and a powerful impact. Wherever she is, Lou makes a difference in the outcome of any meeting. I have learned from her, but not near enough. In a lifetime, it would be impossible to gain the ability that Lou Wills Hildreth has which seems to have been born in her. She was a legend in gospel music long before I met up with her as board members of the Gospel Music Association in Nashville. It was while we served together, the GMA founded the Gospel Music Hall of Fame in 1971 and had the first gospel singing and dinner on the grounds of the White House in 1978.

We have shared rooms at most of the Gaither Homecoming tapings and marveled at the wonderful way Bill and Gloria Gaither have shared gospel music with the world: the music we both love so much. We have worked diligently to make everyone in the world know about it and the wonderful gospel music artists we have served as talent agents, publishers, and many other hats we have been delighted to wear when needed.”
More photos from the event can be viewed online at www.GospelMusicUpdate.com
SGMG
In 1986, several Southern Gospel music leaders decided the industry needed an organization to foster the growth of the Southern Gospel music genre. Through the years, the Guild has grown to include every facet of the Southern Gospel music industry, encompassing artists (full-time and part-time), record companies, radio, promoters, publishers, distributors, talent management, media representatives, and booking agents. Looking beyond the needs of today, the Southern Gospel Music Guild hopes to affect the future of the industry. Through communication and education, we hope to significantly impact the image and awareness of Southern Gospel music for generations to come. This is accomplished by a variety of means: getting Southern Gospel music introduced to new audiences and promoting quality and professionalism within the industry. By working together we can learn how to better utilize our skills. Through extensive, persistent efforts, we can increase the visibility of and appreciation for our music, thereby touching tomorrow....today.
For more information on the SGMG, log on to www.sgmg.org.

Bill Traylor Honored With The Lou Hildreth Award

Brentwood, TN (Mansion Entertainment) July 13th, 2010 – The Lou Hildreth Award, a part of the annual Diamond Awards, is presented each year in recognition for leadership in the Christian Music Industry and for making significant contributions to the expansion of Southern Gospel.

The award had its beginning in 1986, when Bill Traylor was asked, on the behalf of a Nashville publication owner, to name someone that was "making a difference" on Music Row. Bill Traylor surprised Lou Hildreth by presenting her with the first Lou Hildreth Award. The following year, Lou Hildreth presented the award to Joe Moscheo, who was the current Chairman of the Board at GMA. A few years lapsed before the award was presented again, however; the award was brought back at the request of Gary Cohn, Editor of The Gospel Voice at the time. The Lou Hildreth Award was also presented for several years at the National Quartet Convention. Some of the past recipients of the award are Dottie Leonard Miller, Fay Shedd, Beckie Simmons, Clarke Beasley, Judy Nelon, Paul Boden, Ed Leonard, Ed Harper, Jim Black, Brian Hudson, and Dr. Allen Smith.

The Diamond Awards nominees and recipients are chosen by fans with the exception of the Lou Hildreth Award. Lou Hildreth herself chooses whom she believes is making significant difference in the expansion of Southern Gospel Music. "It is my heart's desire that the ‘Lou Hildreth Award’ will encourage and inspire young men and women to choose a career in Christian Music and serve the industry with passion to the glory of God." Ms. Lou Hildreth.

The 2010 SGN Scoops Diamond Awards were handed out in Branson, Missouri as part of the 2nd Annual Branson Gospel Music Convention. This year’s recipient of the Lou Hildreth Award happened to be its first presenter 24 years ago, Bill Traylor. Mr. Traylor is the Vice-President of Mansion Entertainment and a popular Southern Gospel program host.

For more information regarding The Diamond Awards, visit www.DiamondAwardsOnline.com.