Hyssongs Tops Charts, and Receives First Singing News Award

Sharps Chapel, TN, October 29, 2014--The Hyssongs, a gospel music group from Rockport, ME, have been named Top New Trio of 2014 by the Singing News. This fan award recognizes the rising popularity of this group which now has back-to-back top 20 radio singles. Their new release, “I Was Blind, But Now I See,” written by Rodney Griffin, songwriter of the year, is #7 on the Singing News Top 80 and #4 on the SGN Scoops radio charts.

The Hyssongs, who began singing gospel music full-time in 2002, travel throughout the U. S. and Canada performing over 250 concerts per year.

Another honor bestowed on the group was a main stage appearance at the National Quartet Convention in Pigeon Forge, TN. This past September they performed their hit song to an audience of approximately 12,000 people.

Dell Hyssong, the baritone and founder of the group, when asked about their recent radio success said, “Our family is humbled that so many stations continue to play our music for the fans to enjoy. When we stepped out in faith to go into a full-time music ministry, we just wanted to make a difference and reach people for Jesus Christ.” Asked to comment on the award, tenor, Richard Hyssong said, “We were blown away when the presenters called our name. 

The fans, whom we consider our friends, have been so supportive of us on the road. We cannot thank them enough for voting for us. There are many other gifted trios – we are honored to be among such great groups.”

To get additional information, or to book the Hyssongs, contact www.TheHyssongs.com

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JASON CRABB GOES "OLD SCHOOL" FOR NQC 2014 PERFORMANCE

Crabb Steps Out of the Box and Takes Sold-Out Audience Back In Time

12,000 Led in Reflection and Prayer for America

Jason Crabb is known for his soaring vocals and high-energy performances, but the sold-out NQC 2014 crowd witnessed a different side of Mr. Crabb last Friday night as the Grammy award winner took the audience back in time. As the lights dimmed, and the audience waited, a great expectancy filled the air. Through hints on social media, everyone knew Crabb had something "up his sleeve" and special for the evening's appearance - something he had been planning for months. As the entire company - Crabb, his band plus some very special guest instrumentalists and singers - began their walk to the stage, Crabb felt a nervous excitement, wondering if they could "pull it all off."



As a video of a vintage record player began playing, the stage lights arose revealing the stage filled with Crabb, band and singers dressed in vintage 40's attire. The sounds of an accordion filled the air and the audience knew they were in store for something unique. Crabb - clad in an all black & white ensemble topped off with black & white wingtip shoes - stepped up to a vintage 1940's microphone and delivered an incredibly smooth version of the classic "When We All Get To Heaven." The entire group - band dressed in derby hats and backup vocalists in vintage dresses - brought to life a church service straight out of the 1940's! The sold-out audience witnessed a different style for Crabb as he performed traditional gospel classics; background singers expertly complimenting the smooth vocals with exquisite three-part harmonies akin to the Andrews Sisters.

The crowd was transported back in time throughout the entire performance as one song after another was familiar tunes that provided moments of crowd involvement - you could hear them singing along and see the smiles on their faces. Ashleigh Crabb, the oldest daughter of Jason & Shellye Crabb, made her way to the stage to sing with her daddy. From the opening strains of "This Little Light of Mine," it was evident to all that she has indeed inherited vocal talents from her famous father. The crowd erupted in applause as the father-daughter team finished their duet, and she exited the stage. You could see the pride beaming from the happy father's face!

What happened during this set can only be described as a special visit from the Holy Spirit. Performances during the National Quartet Convention are typically geared to please the crowd with the performers "hits" and introduce new material. This was different, and everyone experienced it.

As Crabb launched into a pensive version of "America, The Beautiful," there was a change in the atmosphere. With an incredibly clean and uncomplicated - yet stylish - arrangement of the tune, Crabb displayed a spirit of patriotism to those in attendance, even saluting veteran's during the song. With recent events occurring in America, this set off a time of prayer and contemplation - seeking God for mercy, grace and His touch on this great country.

Crabb felt the leading of the Holy Spirit to do something different. Jumping "out of the box" and into unfamiliar territory can be scary and the entire Crabb team was certainly nervous about this creative experience but knew in their hearts this was the right thing - and it was. Scaling it all down, bringing a contemplative set to a stage known for extravagant performances was definitely a risk but Jason has always followed his heart. This man, led by God, took the 12,000 SOLD-OUT crowd into the presence of the Father, bringing them to prayer for America.

Out of the box, out of the ordinary - but right where God wanted Jason Crabb to be. Following Him has always been the path of Jason Crabb and God proved once again, that He knows exactly where to guide.



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NQC ATTENDANCE INCREASES 120%

Return of Connie Hopper Highlights Evening Performance

Pigeon Forge, TN – The 57th annual NQC (National Quartet Convention) is in full swing at the LeConte Center in Pigeon Forge, TN. Clarke Beasley, NQC Executive Director, reports that an all-time attendance record has been set for the first-half of the week with the 11,500 seat LeConte Center sold out for Tuesday and Wednesday nights of the annual event.

A surprise appearance by Connie Hopper - who has been battling breast cancer again after being in remission for 35 years - was the highlight of Wednesday evening. The beloved singer appeared onstage as The Hoppers' hit song, "I've Come Too Far," began to play. The crowd leapt to their feet in thunderous applause and praise to God, welcoming Mrs. Hopper back to NQC. There wasn't a dry in the place as Connie spoke about having the 'peace that passeth all understanding' during this latest health scare.

The National Quartet Convention is the only event of the year where fans can see and hear their favorite artists at a single event, and then meet them and purchase their products. Music lovers can enjoy their favorite music all day and night, as music spectaculars begin each morning and continue until at least 11 PM each evening.

Although all evening concerts are sold out at this time, passes still remain for many of the afternoon events. For a complete schedyle of events,please visit www.nqconline.com.

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NQC KICKOFF CONCERT BREAKS ATTENDANCE RECORDS

Pigeon Forge, TN (Sept. 21, 2014) – The 57th annual NQC (National Quartet Convention) kicked off Sunday, September 21, 2014 with a record-breaking crowd at the LeConte Center in Pigeon Forge, TN. Officials report attendance numbers more than doubling previous years records. An all-star line-up of artists - the Booth Brothers, Greater Vision, the Hoppers, the Kingdom Heirs and the Mark Trammel Quartet - helped get Gospel Music's largest annual event underway in grand style.

A full schedule of events for NQC week is available online at www.NQConline.com.

The Booth Brothers

Greater Vision

The Hoppers with special guest Melissa Brady filling in for Connie Hopper

The Kingdom Heirs

The Mark Trammell Quartet

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Hopper Happenings

HopperHappenings  July 2014 Growing up in Sunday School and church I learned early in life about Jesus and His love. I remember those fire-filled sermons "there is a heaven to gain and a hell to shun".  Except for watching my parent's life and instruction from them, I did not learn a lot about living life's everyday journey until I began reading Gods word for myself. Nearly fifty years ago as I read about the life of the early Christians, I prayed this prayer.  Lord, whatever comes on this journey of faith give me your strength and grace to stand. Connie... Shop TheHoppers Online   Tour Dates 07.17.14: Rome, GA 07.18.14: Paragould, AR 07.19.14: Monroe, LA 07.20.14: Mobile, AL ---- 07.25.14: Florence, KY 07.26.14: Logan, WV 07.27.14: Petersburg, WV ---- 08.01.14: Metropolis, IL 08.03.14: Dallas, TX 08.04.14: Bowlegs, OK 08.05.14: Mansfield, OH All Tour Dates Mike,Dean & Lari Goss Claude recording new concept video Claude,Connie & 101 year old brother Kelly. Allen Park, MI. Hoppers @ the Farm studio with Gary Prim, Jacob Danieley and Walt Gretzky

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Karen Peck and New River Grab Five Singing News Award Nominations

Dahlonega, GA (May 16, 2014) In a year of winning big awards, Karen Peck and New River have grabbed five more nominations in the Singing News Fan Awards. The Singing News Awards will be held at the National Quartet Convention in September 2014. The final round of voting will begin soon.

The five nominations include Favorite Trio, Song Of The Year for the title cut of the album “Revival” (penned by Karen Peck Gooch, Kenna West and Lee Black), Album Of The Year for 'Revival', Favorite Soprano and Favorite Female Singer.

In other news about Karen Peck and New River their new hit song “Finish Well” has hit number one for the June Singing News Magazine Chart and has been number one on the Absolutely Gospel Music Chart for the last seven weeks. In the history of Karen Peck and New River's number one songs “Finish Well” has risen to the top spot faster than any other song they have recorded. “Finish Well” was written by Karen Peck Gooch, Keena West and Michael Farren.

Karen Peck stated “KPNR is so thankful to The Lord for this wonderful season in our ministry. We are very honored and grateful for our number one song, Finish Well, and for the Singing News Fan Awards nominations!!”.

Lastly, the Karen Peck and New River annual Homecoming will be June 13th and 14th at the New River Park in Dahlonega, GA. Her special guests include The Perrys, Jeff and Sheri Easter and the Old Paths with several other groups participating and of course Karen Peck and New River. For more information about the concert go to http://www.karenpeckandnewriver.com/christian-music-nights-2014.



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About Karen Peck and New River
No doubt the most popular mixed trio in Gospel Music, Karen Peck and New River are a music powerhouse in the music industry. With hit after hit and multiple number one songs, they are one of the most sought after groups today. Karen is known country flair and for having possibly the finest and highest soprano voice in any genre of music. Karen was also recipient of the Susan Unthank Memorial Award, an award given by Absolutely Gospel Music only to women who have excelled in their work in a man's world. Karen had a feature role in the hit movie “Joyful Noise”, starring Dolly Parton and Queen Latifah. New River's hit song “Four Days Late” has become a classic in Gospel music.

NQC READIES FOR SPRING BREAK! Brand New Event Brings Christian Music’s Finest to Louisville, KY

Nashville, TN – The organizers of NQC, the National Quartet Convention, have announced a brand new concert event to take place in Louisville, KY. NQC SPRING BREAK will bring together Christian music’s finest for two exciting days and three memorable concerts. Make your plans now for Thursday, March 27, 2014 and Friday, March 28, 2014 at Southeast Christian Church. Tickets are now available online at www.nqconline.com.

“We are excited to begin a new partnership with Southeast Christian Church to keep this great gospel music in Louisville, KY,” said Clarke Beasley, Executive Vice President of NQC. “We’ve assembled some of the best talent in the industry and are looking forward to a wonderful time!”

Featured performers for the two-day event include Jason Crabb, Kingdom Heirs, the Collingsworth Family, Booth Brothers, Mark Trammell Quartet, Legacy 5, Greater Vision, Dailey & Vincent, Gene McDonald and the Sneed Family. A full artist schedule and lineup is available online.

The 2014 NQC moves from Louisville to the city of Pigeon Forge, TN, and will take place at the Leconte Center during the week of September 21-27. Complete information about the 2014 event, as well as a complete schedule of activities may be obtained by visiting www.nqconline.com.

Ashley DeRamus Performs National Anthem

Hoover, AL (September 23, 2013) Ashley DeRamus is an inspiration to every one she comes in contact with because she never gives up on achieving her goals. One of her many goals is to say the Pledge of Allegiance and sing the National Anthem on as many stages and as many different venues as possible. Part of the reason is her love for this country and another is to be an inspiration to others with Down Syndrome in showing them that they can achieve things that everyone would aspire to accomplish.
She sang the National Anthem on the main stage at the National Quartet Convention in front of thousands on September 11, 2013. She was joined on stage by the popular Southern Gospel group, The Dixie Melody Boys. She received a thunderous ovation at the conclusion of the song and plenty of hugs from the group and others at the convention.

This came on the heels of being honored by Disney as one of the six most inspirational entrepreneurs with Down Syndrome in the world. Ashley continues to pursue every goal she has with all the passion she has.

While at the convention she also did numerous radio and television interviews as well as spending time talking with parents and children affected by Down Syndrome. She took time with everyone that wanted to speak with her and was an inspiration to many.

You can learn more about Ashley DeRamus and the Ashley DeRamus Foundation at http://www.ashleyderamusfoundation.org or https://www.facebook.com/pages/Ashley-DeRamus-Foundation

You can reach Ashley at adream.gk@gmail.com

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About Ashley DeRamus Foundation
The Ashley DeRamus Foundation was founded for and dedicated to the education, advancement and quality life-style of children and adults with Downs Syndrome. Through the work of Ashley and the foundation, our goal is to increase the awareness and enlighten others about the rewards and positive contributions we make. You can contact Ashley through Gary Kannegiesser at 440-670-2897 or adream.gk@gmail.com

The Torchmen Quartet Nominated for Two GMA Canada Awards

St. Catharines, Ontario (September 23, 2013) - The Torchmen Quartet from St. Catharines, Ontario have been nominated for two GMA Canada Covenant Awards: 2013 Group of the Year and 2013 Southern Gospel Album of the Year. The nominated recording, A New Perspective, was produced and mixed by The Torchmen’s Jon Hisey. The group is currently in their 44th year of ministry and has often appeared on the mainstage at the National Quartet Convention in Louisville Kentucky.

”Even though we do what we do to serve the Lord and touch people for Him with our music and words, it is appreciated to be recognized for all the time and work we put in to produce a product,” said Mike Moran, The Torchmen’s manager and baritone singer. “We are grateful for the privilege of singing for Him.”

The Torchmen Quartet have become Canada’s premier Southern Gospel Quartet and have travelled across most of North America with their music. They have just released their latest album, Hymns: Lest We Forget. The Grammy-nominated Torchmen Quartet have been recipients of numerous Covenant awards, including the 2012 Southern Gospel Album Of The Year, 2010 Southern Gospel Song Of The Year and the 2007 Southern Gospel Album Of The Year. Current group members include Mike Moran, Jon Hisey, Sandy McGregor and Jeff Tritton. More information on The Torchmen Quartet can be found at http://www.torchqt.com/ .

The Gospel Music Association of Canada will hold their 35th Covenant Awards on November 6, 2013 at the Crossroads Centre in Burlington, Ontario. The Awards will be televised on CTS and include many performances by acclaimed Canadian artists. More information on GMA Canada can be found athttp://www.gmacanada.ca/ .

Eagle’s Wings and The Stephens meet great success at the recent National Quartet Convention

Morris Music Group artists Eagle’s Wings and The Stephens met great success at the recent National Quartet Convention in Louisville, KY. Both groups were voted best in the Regional Showcases they performed in and as winners they were given a slot on the Main Stage on their respective night.

Eagle’s Wings performed on Monday night and The Stephens made it two nights in a row for Morris Music Group when they performed on Tuesday night! The good news did not end there as both groups were named to the Top 20 groups that had performed that week during the Showcases and The Stephens won THAT Final Showcase and were back on the Saturday night Main Stage Program.

Congrats to Morris Music Group, The Stephens AND Eagle’s Wings.

Godsey and Associates Produce NQC Award Winning Video

Nashville, TN (September 16, 2013) Nashville's Godsey and Associates produced the Award winning video “I Want To Be That Man”. Performed by Brian Free and Assurance, the moving video about a young man's memories of his late father and how he was able to hold on to them captures the heart of every person who watches it.
Scott Godsey, producer of the video said “When a song has the heart gripping message of 'I want To Be That Man' the production just seems to come to life as you are working it.”
The prestigious awards of the National Quartet Convention held on Thursday, September 15th, garner the respect of the entire Gospel Music Industry. Godsey continued “It is such an honor to produce these videos to help tell the stories that the singers and songwriters create with their music. To be honored with an award for this work by others in the industry makes it even more special”.
Godsey and Associates also won the Pacesetter award earlier this year at the Absolutely Gospel Music Awards as well as “I Want To Be That Man” by Brian Free and Assurance winning the Progressive Song Of The Year.
You can find out more about Godsey and associates at http://godseyandassociates.com and https://www.facebook.com/pages/Godsey-and-Associates .
You reach Godsey and Associates at Scott@godseyandassociates.com .

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About Godsey and Associates
In the last quarter of 2011, Scott Godsey started a team making music videos for Christian artists. That soon developed into not only working inside the Christian music business, but going outside of the Christian music world. Soon after, the company expanded into other genres. G&A started working with churches, authors, and organizations. The Godsey & Associate formula works with any company that wants to focus on brand building and getting in front of an audience.

Gould Family Signs Extensive Publicity Agreement With AG Publicity

Joplin, MO (September 16, 2013) Exciting young family group, the Goulds, is excited to announce that they have signed a publicity agreement with AG Publicity of Nashville, TN.
The Gospel singing group has made great strides efforts to share the Good News with the talents God has given them. Recently singing on the main stage at the National Quartet Convention as well as performing at Silver Dollar City has brought their name into the national light.
Deon Unthank of AG Publicity said “We see some real potential in the Goulds and believe that with a little exposure they will expand their boundaries and reach many more people with the Gospel message.”
“We are excited to be a part of the AG Publicity family” stated Tim Gould, and continued “We appreciate the confidence and faith that AG Publicity has expressed to us about our ability to share the the Gospel Message”.
You can find out more information about the Goulds at http://www.thegouldfamily.org or https://www.facebook.com/thegouldfamily .
You can reach the Gould Family at gouldsmusic@gmail.com .

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About The Goulds
The Goulds are a normal everyday family who enjoy spreading the Good News of Jesus Christ through song. They are based out of Joplin, Mo. and travel the country wherever God opens doors. The Goulds attend and serve at Christ's Community United Methodist Church in Joplin, Mo. and invite you to come and worship with them every chance you get. Most Sunday's will find the Goulds serving through song in another church but the staff and members of Christ's Community UMC welcome you with open arms. The Goulds have sung along side many groups including The Lesters, The Mark Trammell Quartet, The Blackwood Brothers and many others. The Goulds are known for their tight harmony and uplifting message that touches young and old alike.

National Quartet Convention To Offer FREE FRIDAY Webcast

Louisville, KY - During the week of September 8 through September 14 over 40,000 Southern Gospel Music fans, representing at least 40 states and more than a half dozen foreign countries will travel to Louisville, KY, for the 56th Annual National Quartet Convention. This will be the 20th and final Convention in Louisville, before the event moves to the city of Pigeon Forge, TN, in 2014.

This year’s Convention will no doubt be special for those attending this final year in the city of Louisville. The world’s largest gathering of Southern gospel musicians and fans began meeting annually at Freedom Hall in 1994 bringing tens of thousands of people to the city. In 2012, the NQC brought 40,000 people to Louisville with an economic impact of $7,955,500. “The NQC has enjoyed remarkable success in Louisville as the Kentucky Expo Center gave us room to grow and reach our full potential. Though we feel the need to relocate to a vacation destination and a mobility friendly venue for the immediate future, we will always looks back fondly at our 20 conventions in Louisville as they were all more successful than any of the other NQC’s that had occurred prior to moving to Louisville.,” said Clarke Beasley, Executive Director of the NQC.

The new venue will be located in Pigeon Forge, TN, the state which hosted the very first NQC in 1958. Long-time Convention attendees are looking forward to the move; however, many wonderful memories have been made in Louisville, where the Convention has seen tremendous growth. With this year being the final year in Louisville special festivities are plan to celebrate the success of Louisville and the excitement that awaits in Pigeon Forge.

While thousands of fans will make their way to Louisville, many who are unable to attend the event in person will have the opportunity to watch performances taking place in Freedom Hall live, as it happens, or on demand through the NQC’s popular website, www.nqconline.com. All events taking place in Freedom Hall throughout NQC Week will be available through the webcast. This is a feature the NQC has offered for several years now; however, in celebration of the final year in Louisville, the NQC is making the Friday webcast available to the public for free. NQC Free Friday is expected to produce viewership from all over the world. “Through the webcast, subscribers can watch all events live, as they occur on the main stage in Freedom Hall or on demand through the end of October,” Beasley explains. “The webcast has been very popular over the past few years. This year we are thrilled to offer Free Friday, as we expect this to be an extraordinary day, celebrating the rich history the Convention has enjoyed during our two decades in the city of Louisville.” In addition to viewing the festivities of NQC 2013 over the NQC webcast on a computer, subscribers to the webcast will also be able to view the webcast on their televisions through their Roku device.

Complete information about the 2013 National Quartet Convention, as well as a complete schedule of events scheduled throughout the week may be obtained by calling 1-800-846-8499 or visiting www.nqconline.com.
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Best of Tracy Stuffle and Perrys Greatest Hits to Release at National Quartet Convention 2013

Nashville, Tenn) August 2, 2013 – Daywind Records is preparing to release two greatest hits packages featuring the Perrys at the National Quartet Convention in Louisville, KY, this year.
The Best of Tracy Stuffle will feature 12 songs celebrating one of the most beloved performers in Southern Gospel music today. Songs include “Plan of Salvation,” “Everywhere I Go,” “Come Thirsty,” ”This Old Sinner Testifies,” and many more. Tracy Stuffle suffered a series of strokes earlier this year is making great progress at a rehabilitation facility near Nashville, TN.
The Perrys Greatest Hits is the first such collection of its kind and features an amazing set of hits amassed by the Perrys during their long tenure at Daywind Records. The collection includes 17 songs such as “I Wish I Could Have Been There,” I Rest My Case at the Cross,” “Celebrate Me Home,” “Praise God, It’s Settled, I’m Saved,” “If You Knew Him,” and many more.
“Daywind is excited to release these projects. When Libbi called me and told me that Tracy picked out the songs for his ‘best of’ cd himself, I praised God for the miracle He has done in Tracy already,” said Ed Leonard, president of Daywind Records.
Both cds will be available for the first time at the Perrys’ booth at the National Quartet Convention, which will be held in Louisville, KY, from September 8-14, 2013. The Perrys Greatest Hits cd will release to Christian retail and through itunes and other digital outlets on September 24, 2013, while The Best of Tracy Stuffle will be available exclusively at Perrys concerts for limited time.
The Perrys have reached legendary status is Southern Gospel music. Their countless Singing News Fan Awards, #1 songs, and Dove Awards make them one of the most awarded groups in all of Christian music. For more information on the Perrys, including upcoming concert appearances, visit www.perrysministries.com.
Daywind Records is home to such artists as Greater Vision, The Mark Trammell Quartet, 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.

NQC MUSIC AWARDS FINAL NOMINATIONS ANNOUNCED

NATIONAL QUARTET CONVENTION'S 2013 NQC MUSIC AWARDS FINAL NOMINATIONS ANNOUNCED TODAY

Awards Ceremony To Be Held Friday, September 13, 2013 During 56th Annual NQC in Louisville, KY

Final Round Voting Begins July 25, 2013

LOUISVILLE, Kentucky (July 23, 2013) – Nominations for the 2013 Annual NQC Music Awards were announced today by Clarke Beasley, Executive Vice President, National Quartet Convention, and reflect a mix of the best and brightest in Gospel music over the past year.

Based on both fan popularity and professional excellence, the awards will be presented in two categories: Fan Awards and Industry Awards. The Fan Award categories will be voted on by members of the NQC email list and the Industry Awards will be voted on by music professionals that participate as exhibitors during the National Quartet Convention.

The awards will be presented on Friday, September 13, 2013, at the 53rd Annual National Quartet Convention (NQC) in Louisville, KY during a special afternoon session in Freedom Hall.

“We are excited to once again present the NQC Music Awards during the National Quartet Convention!” states Clarke Beasley. “This event was a highlight of the convention last year and we are thrilled to once again host this ceremony.”

NQC has partnered with the Southern Gospel Music Guild (SGMG) to supervise and determine the category criteria and screened entries for eligibility. The professional membership of the SGMG will also determine the recipient of the Les Beasley Impact Award, given to an individual or company that has made a major impact in the field of Gospel Music.

Voting for the Fan Award categories will begin on July 25 through ballots emailed to voters. For more information, visit www.NQConline.com.

Get social with NQC at Facebook.com/NQConline and Twitter @NQConline. Use the hashtag #NQCMusicAwards to join the conversation.

A complete listing of the Final Nominations for the 2013 NQC Music Awards is below.

To obtain a complete schedule of events scheduled during the 2013 National Quartet Convention, visit www.nqconline.com.

ABOUT THE NATIONAL QUARTET CONVENTION:
2013 marks the 56th Annual National Quartet Convention. The Convention has made its home in the city of Louisville since 1994 but will move to a new facility in Pigeon Forge, TN in 2014. Over 40,000 people are expected to attend the 2013 event with at least 40 states and half-dozen foreign countries represented. The Convention is Christian music's largest marketplace and largest annual event with more than 500 exhibitors and nearly 300 Southern Gospel recording artists in attendance. Seats for daily and evening performances may be purchased at the NQC office, online at www.nqconline.com or on site during the week of the Convention in the North Wing lobby at the Kentucky Expo Center.

ABOUT THE SOUTHERN GOSPEL MUSIC GUILD:
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. These professionals work together collectively to expand the economic base of the Southern Gospel Music industry.


2013 NQC MUSIC AWARDS FINAL NOMATIONS:

» FAN CATEGORIES

Bass Singer of the Year Nominees:
Pat Barker - Mark Trammell Quartet
Eric Bennett - Triumphant Quartet
Jeff Chapman - Kingdom Heirs
Tim Duncan - Canton Junction
Tracy Stuffle - Perrys

Baritone Singer of the Year Nominees:
Jim Brady - Booth Brothers
Rodney Griffin - Greater Vision
Scott Inman - Triumphant Quartet
Mark Lowry - Gaither Vocal Band
Mark Trammell - Mark Trammell Quartet

Lead Singer of the Year Nominees:
Ronnie Booth - Booth Brothers
Michael English - Gaither Vocal Band
Scott Fowler - Legacy Five
Arthur Rice - Kingdom Heirs
Gerald Wolfe - Greater Vision

Tenor Singer of the Year Nominees:
Chris Allman - Greater Vision
Michael Booth - Booth Brothers
Brian Free - Brian Free & Assurance
Wes Hampton - Gaither Vocal Band
David Phelps - Gaither Vocal Band
David Sutton - Triumphant Quartet

Soprano Singer of the Year Nominees:
Brooklyn Collingsworth - Collingsworth Family
Kim Hopper - Hoppers
Sonya Isaacs Yeary - Isaacs
Karen Peck Gooch - Karen Peck & New River
Lauren Talley Alvey - Talleys

Alto Singer of the Year Nominees:
Courtney Collingsworth - Collingsworth Family
Kim Collingsworth - Collingsworth Family
Sheri Easter - Jeff & Sheri Easter
Connie Hopper - Hoppers
Libbi Stuffle - Perrys

Soloist of the Year Award Nominees:
Mark Bishop
Jason Crabb
TaRanda Greene
Ivan Parker
Guy Penrod

Male Group of the Year Nominees:
Booth Brothers
Gaither Vocal Band
Greater Vision
Kingdom Heirs
Triumphant Quartet

Mixed Group of the Year Nominees:
Collingsworth Family
Hoppers
Isaacs
Karen Peck & New River
Perrys

Musician of the Year Nominees:
Kim Collingsworth - Collingsworth Family
Gordon Mote
Jeff Stice - Triumphant Quartet
Kevin Williams - Gaither Vocal Band
Gerald Wolfe - Greater Vision

Album of the Year Nominees:
A Tribute to the Songs of Bill & Gloria Gaither - Booth Brothers
For All He's Done - Greater Vision
Greatest Hits Live - Booth Brothers
Redeeming the Time - Kingdom Heirs
Through the Night - Perrys

Video of the Year:
Classic - David Phelps
I Want to be That Man - Brian Free & Assurance
I Wish We'd All Been Ready - Hoppers
Lari Goss-The Man Behind the Music - Multiple Artists
Pure and Simple - Gaither Vocal Band

Song of the Year Nominees:
Glorious Freedom - Gaither Vocal Band
He Didn't Just Carry the Cross, He Carried Me - Hoppers
He Didn't When He Could Have Passed By - Greater Vision
I Got a Hold of God This Morning - Perrys
I Played in the Band and Sang in the Choir - Booth Brothers
I Want to be That Man - Brian Free & Assurance
I'm Still Amazed - Legacy Five
Just Beyond the Sunset - Kingdom Heirs
Take it from Me Meshach - Triumphant Quartet
Unspoken Request - McKameys

» INDUSTRY CATEGORIES

Producer/Arranger of the Year:
Jeff Collins
Ben Isaacs
Donna King
Rick Sandidge
Roger Talley

Promoter of the Year:
Frank Arnold
Bill Bailey
Landon Beene
Bob Brumley
Ray Flynn
Bill Gaither
Robert York

Radio Station of the Year
WXRI Winston-Salem, NC
WGUS Augusta, GA
KWFC Springfield, MO
WBTX Broadway, VA
WWWC Wilksboro, NC

Songwriter of the Year Award:
The SGMG Awards and Criteria Committee will pull the Singing News radio charts for the eligibility time period and will assign each songwriter fifteen points for a number one song, ten points for a song in the top ten and five points for a song in the top 20. The total points for the eligibility period will be tabulated for each writer and the writer with the most points will be awarded Songwriter of the Year.

The Promise Appears On TBN – Indiana

July 17, 2013 (Indian Trail, NC) The Promise (Promise Trio) of Indian Trail, North Carolina was invited to record on TBN Indiana after winning a Showcase at the National Quartet Convention in Louisville, KY last September.

After submitting the necessary audition CDs, the group was invited to TBN Indiana where they taped a live show. The taping took place on Friday, June 7th. In addition, the group also did taping for TBN for later broadcast.

Debra Peele, singer and manager for the group stated “We were just thrilled as we had the opportunity to perform our brand new radio single "Repair the Old Altar" for the very first time.”

The Promise also stopped at radio stations along the way to introduce them to their new single released by Daywind Records, "Repair the Old Altar." The song is written by highly gifted song-writer Kyla Rowland and produced by award-winning producer, Marty Funderburk.

The Lord is opening many doors for The Promise. The group was founded over three years ago to sing Praises to our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ by Debra Carter Peele. The other members are: Rick Blessing and Tina McKinney Booth.

The group recently made a name change from The Promise Trio to The Promise. Along with the name change comes a new website: www.thepromise.info
For Booking information: Tina McKinney Booth: 704-466-1604

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About The Promise

For centuries Christians have sung praises to our Heavenly Father at important events. In Luke 2:13-14 we find that they sang praises on the announcement of the birth of Jesus Christ and Matthew records in chapter 26 that the Apostles sang during the last supper. The Promise keeps this tradition alive by singing the praises of our Savior in churches and concerts across the land.

iTickets.com Selected As National Quartet Convention Official Event Admissions Agency

56th Annual Event To Welcome 40,000 Attendees To Louisville, KY in September 2013


NASHVILLE, TN – April 15, 2013 – The National Quartet Convention officially announced the selection of iTickets as their event admissions partner.

This year marks the 56th Annual National Quartet Convention. The Convention has made its home in the city of Louisville since 1994. Approximately 40,000 people will attend the 2013 event, which takes place September 8-14, with at least 40 states and a half dozen foreign countries represented. The Convention is Christian music's largest marketplace and largest annual event with more than 500 exhibitors and nearly 300 Southern Gospel recording artists in attendance.

“iTickets has become the gold standard when it comes to providing admissions services for Christian events, and the NQC is delighted to have them as our partner going forward as we conclude our 20th convention in Louisville and make the move to our new home in Pigeon Forge for 2014, ” stated Clarke Beasley, Executive Vice President of the NQC. “I know our customers will receive outstanding service with iTickets taking care of them.”

"We are truly honored to be asked to provide this service for NQC," said Ed Novak, president of iTickets. "I can remember my first NQC about 20 years ago and realizing what a special opportunity it was for fans and artists to intermingle, tell stories, and have fun over the course of six days while enjoying daily concerts. We look forward to working with both NQC and their fans."

iTickets services the church and family-friendly event markets and has been providing box office solutions for concerts and events since 1993. With a focus on customer service, iTickets has managed event admissions for over 20,000 Christian events.

Today, iTickets handles ticket sales for events throughout the continental US, Canada, and South Africa. With 20 years of ticketing experience, iTickets has become the market leader and a trusted name. Its web site is the top ranked site for Christian event information, receiving between 3 and 3.5 million page views and 360,000 to 460,000 unique visitors per month. http://www.iTickets.com.

For more information on the National Quartet Convention, please visit www.NQConline.com.

NQC on TBN's "Praise The Lord" -FRIDAY!

NQC to air on TBN's "Praise The Lord" this Friday!


Hey DJ Friends!!

First, THANK YOU for playing our music! We appreciate all you do to help spread the Gospel!


Just a quick note to let you know about this exciting event:

This Friday's "Praise the Lord" on TBN will feature two hours of standout performances from the 2012 National Quartet Convention.
Be sure to tune in at 10:00 p.m. Eastern / 9:00 Central.





We are very excited about our concert dates this year. We would love to see you!! Bring lots of friends with you and come join us for a wonderful time of worship!

Please remember Karen and everyone in your prayers... They are on the "Singing At Sea" cruise... Pray for fair seas, plenty of sunshine, safety, and good health! And a well working ship! ;)



Thanks for your prayers. We love y'all!!:)
KPNR


Check our schedule for details!
(http://www.karenpeckandnewriver.com/tour/)