The 2014 Diamond Award Nominees for Mixed Group Of The Year

The annual Diamond Awards recognize the best in Southern, Country and Bluegrass Christian music and are hosted by SGNScoops digital magazine and Coastal Media Group.

This year's Diamond Awards will be held at Creekside Gospel Music Convention at Pigeon Forge on November 3rd through 6th.

JP Miller, Lou Hildreth, Sheri Easter and Jeff Easter at the Diamond Awards 2012

This year we again welcome Channel 57 WATC Atlanta as they cover the Diamond Awards for airing on both TV and internet at a later date. We also welcome Meagan Pledger who will be doing extensive Social Media coverage for the entire Creekside event.

Be sure to get your free tickets to the 2014 Creekside Gospel Music Convention HERE

SGN Scoops would like you to meet our top-five finalists for each category of the 2014 Diamond Awards. Today's category is the 2014 Mixed Group Of The Year, which entails a group of any number with both male and female members. Last year's winner was The Isaacs.

2014 Diamond Award Top Five Nominees for Mixed Group Of The Year are:

Jeff and Sheri Easter

Karen Peck and New River

The Hoppers

The Collingsworth Family

The Perrys

Join us for the 2014 Diamond Awards and the entire Creekside event. For more information and for tickets, click here

Joseph Habedank Opens Up About Drug Use To Glenn Beck's TheBlaze.com

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When Joseph Habedank abruptly left The Perrys in 2013, most learned of the change via Facebook with a very vaguely worded resignation letter. Then, Habedank disappeared. An avid social media user, he stopped replying via Twitter and Facebook. Fans were left with the question - why?

There was a reason, Joseph was in rehab.

In this exclusive interview with Glenn Beck's website, TheBlaze.com, Joseph Habedank opens up for the first time about his prescription drug addiction and the journey back to music.

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SGN Scoops May Edition Features Whisnants On Cover

Welcome to the May issue of SGN Scoops digital magazine! We are thrilled to bring to you the best stories in Christian music, from features to devotionals to concert reviews. This month, our cover story is the beloved family group, The Whisnants, as they allow SGN Scoops to come with them backstage and in the bus. Be sure to read this captivating feature by Jennifer Campbell. Erin Stevens’ Younger Perspective shines the spotlight on The Perrys’ artist, Jared Stuffle. Other artists featured include The Erwins by Marcie Gray, new Christian female trio High Road III by Lorraine Walker, and Sandi Duncan Clark catches up with the Dixie Echoes.

Craig Harris reviews a concert event by the indescribable Mark Lowry along with the award-winning Martins. Rob Patz tells America what they want to know about family group The Hoggles. Rhonda Frye reflects on Mother’s Day. Legendary staff writer, Lou Wills Hildreth shares the taping of the SGMG 2014 Harmony Honors.

We are happy to have our participating artists sharing their hearts with you, including Dr. Jeff Steele, David Staton, Sherry Anne and Kelly Nelon Clark.

Also included in this month’s issue are CD reviews, SGN Scoops Top 100 songs for May and our monthly Health Feature by Laurette Willis, who discusses the enjoyable topic of regular exercise!

We hope you take a moment to read the uplifting and encouraging articles this month. Pass the link along to family and friends and don’t forget to tell your favorite artist that you saw their feature in this month’s SGN Scoops magazine!

Find The Magazine Here

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The Perrys Complete Debut Release with StowTown Records

(Front,L-R): Libbi Perry Stuffle, Tracy Stuffle
(Back, L-R): Bryan Walker,Wayne Haun and Ernie Haase (StowTown Records), David Ragan.
(Not Pictured) Jared Stuffle

NASHVILLE, TN (March 20, 2014) – The Perrys, undisputedly one of the most legendary groups in Southern Gospel history, have reached yet another milestone by completing their first recording in the studio with StowTown Records.

When it comes to new music releases this year, The Perrys’ “Into His Presence” CD is the one that fans and industry insiders alike have been waiting to hear, and the project hits retail on April 8, 2014. StowTown co-founders Ernie Haase and Wayne Haun (also the producer of the project) have been just as eager for this day to come, since they celebrated the signing of The Perrys to an exclusive contract on October 28, 2013.

Highly awarded during their 41-year fascinating career, The Perrys’ roster currently includes Libbi Perry Stuffle—the unforgettable alto who carries on the family legacy, along with her husband and beloved bass singer Tracy Stuffle, their son Jared (JK) Stuffle representing a new generation on bass vocals, lead singer David Ragan, and baritone Bryan Walker.

"I Can Trust Him" has already been shipped to radio as the debut single from the CD, and now fans can finally hear the rest of the story, since they have been eagerly watching the project unfold through posts by group members on social media. Few artists can claim a more devoted group of listeners, and this fan base has become even more loyal during the past year of praying The Perrys through new challenges and opportunities during the ongoing recovery of Tracy Stuffle after his initial stroke in January, 2013. Libbi Stuffle is quick to say that the eleven songs on the project “no doubt came from the Lord,” and it is her prayer that the songs “uplift, encourage and strengthen His children,” just as they have ministered to her.

To kick off the project’s release to retail and this new chapter for The Perrys, a release party for “Into His Presence” will be held on April 8, 2014, at LifeWay Christian Store in Hendersonville, TN. The festivities begin at 6:30 PM with a live performance by The Perrys, followed by a meet–and–greet, and CD signing opportunity for fans.

Track Listing:

Into His Presence
When He Comes Walking on the Water
I Can Trust Him
How Long
Reminders
Lord, I'm Thankful
Sooner Than Later
Three Men on a Mountain
I Owe Him Everything
Just Stand Still
Privilege of Prayer



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About StowTown Records

Founded in 2011, StowTown Records reflects the musical vision of Ernie Haase and Wayne Haun, and is home to Ernie Haase & Signature Sound, The Perrys, Doug Anderson, Devin McGlamery, The Collingsworth Family, Beyond the Ashes, The Browns, Wayne Haun, selected classic music from The Cathedrals, their legendary bass singer, George Younce, and The Cathedral Family Reunion. Distributed worldwide through Provident/Sony Distribution, this independent label has quickly garnered industry attention with multiple GMA/Dove Awards and chart-topping releases from their highly respected artist roster. For more information on StowTown Records, visit www.StowTownRecords.com.

SGMG TO PRESENT 2014 HARMONY HONORS MARCH 25 AT NASHVILLE'S TRINITY MUSIC CITY

Jason Crabb To Host All-Star Celebration Featuring Former US Attorney General John Ashcroft, The Perrys, LeFevre Quartet, Nelons, Gerald Wolfe, Legacy Five, Karen Peck & New River and many more

NASHVILLE (March 18, 2014) — Southern Gospel Music will be front and center at the Trinity Broadcasting Network's famed Trinity Music City in Nashville March 25th as TBN and Grammy Award winning Christian music artist Jason Crabb host the Southern Gospel Music Guild's 2014 Harmony Honors.

The annual Harmony Honors recognize the best and brightest singers, songwriters, quartets, groups, and innovators in this unique American musical genre that has comforted, inspired, and entertained generations of fans.

This year the Harmony Honors will recognize two of Southern Gospel Music's most storied publishing resources: Pathway Press and Stamps-Baxter Music. Southern Gospel aficionados will recognize Pathway Press as publisher of the classic “Red Back”Church Hymnal, used by thousands of churches across the South for over sixty years. Generations of gospel groups have dipped into the depths of the old “Red Back” hymnal for classic quartet and convention songs by such legendary songwriters as Albert Brumley, Vep Ellis, Luther Presley, Lee Roy Abernathy, and many others.

As for Stamps-Baxter Music, its classic “shaped-note” song books — with titles like Super Specials, Crystal Rays, Silver Tones, and Pearls of Paradise — have been used and cherished by Southern Gospel artists for over 75 years.

“I'm excited to be a part of this evening honoring the musical heritage that is so closely tied to gospel music,” said Harmony Honors host Jason Crabb. “The songs in the 'Red Back' hymnal and the Stamps-Baxter songbooks are the foundation for this music that is so loved. This is a well-deserved honor for both publishers and it's going to be a great night!”
Among the musical guests for this year's Harmony Honors will be some of the most beloved and popular names in Southern Gospel Music, including the LeFevre Quartet, the Perrys, the Tribute Quartet, Legacy Five, Three Bridges, the Nelons, Gerald Wolfe from Greater Vision, Karen Peck and New River, Jeff & Sheri Easter, the Bowling Family, Gold City, the Mark Trammell Quartet, the Whisnants, Stan Whitmire and the Mylon Hayes Family.

Also scheduled for a special guest appearance is former U.S. Attorney General John Ashcroft, himself an accomplished musician and long-time fan of Southern Gospel Music.

TBN Vice President Matthew Crouch noted that Southern Gospel Music has been a regular part of TBN's history over the past 40-plus years. “We've welcomed many Southern Gospel greats over the years,” he said. “The rich harmonies and inspirational message of this sacred music have been a blessing to generations of TBN viewers. We're privileged once again to host the Harmony Honors.”

Admission to the March 25th live TBN taping of the Harmony Honors at Nashville's Trinity Music City is free to the public, with 1,500 seats available. Doors open at 6 p.m. (Central Time) and the program begins at 7 p.m.

About the Trinity Broadcasting Family of Networks
With 26 networks and growing worldwide, the Trinity Broadcasting Family of Networks is the world's largest faith-and-family television group, airing a broad range of church and ministry programming, Christian music, family friendly movies, children's programming, and shows for teens and young adults 24 hours a day to every inhabited continent via 87 satellites and 20,000 television and cable affiliates. In addition, TBN's most popular global networks are available on computers, smart phones, and other mobile devices, and over 22,000 hours of entertaining and inspiring On-Demand programming is accessible via TBN's innovative online network, iTBN.org. To find out more about the Trinity Broadcasting Family of Networks, log on to www.tbn.org.

About the Southern Gospel Music Guild
The Southern Gospel Music Guild is a fraternity of industry professionals who combine their resources and work together for the expansion of the Southern Gospel Music industry. The overall mission of the organization is to create a cooperative environment that will encourage excellence, education, awareness, and growth, while preserving the essence of Southern Gospel Music.

“HOMETOWN SING” Friday and Saturday Night, March 7th and 8th

The Josh & Ashley Franks “HOMETOWN SING” will be held this Friday and Saturday Night, March 7th and 8th, at the Hardin County High School in Savannah, Tennessee.
The gospel music 7:00p.m. Friday night event line-up features Southern Gospel Music Hall of Fame member, legendary, Ed O’Neal and his “Dixie Melody Boys”, one of gospel music’s favorite family groups, “The Freemans”, and award winning songwriter,”Gerald Crabb”.
The 6:00p.m. Saturday night event showcases America’s favorite mixed quartet, “The Perrys”, exciting trio “Three Bridges”, and from Lawrenceburg, TN, “The Kellys”.
Host artist, Josh & Ashley Franks will be performing both nights. For more information visit joshandashleyfranks.com

News From The Perrys

The PERRYS' MARCH SCHEDULE:

3/1/14 THOMAS JASON LINGO COMM CTR OAK GROVE, LA 6:00PM
3/2/14 BARRON ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH KEITHVILLE, LA 10:45AM
3/6/14 EVANGELICAL UMC WASHINGTON, IL 7:00PM
3/7/14 EVANGELICAL UMC OBLONG, IL 7:00PM
3/8/14 HARDIN COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL SAVANNAH, TN 6:00PM
3/12/14 BUFORD ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH RICHMOND, VA 7:00PM
3/13/14 BENSON PENTECOSTAL FWB CHURCH BENSON, NC 7:00PM
3/14/14 GOSHEN FREE-WILL BAPTIST CHURCH MT. HOLLY, NC 7:00PM
3/15/14 FRIENDSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH CARTERSVILLE, GA 7:00PM
3/16/14 TAYLOR CHURCH TAYLOR, FL 10:45AM
3/20/14 ANCHOR CHURCH CALLAHAN, FL 7:00PM
3/21/13 CHRIST’S CHURCH OF MARION COUNTY OCALA, FL 7:00PM
3/22/14 LIGHTHOUSE CHILDRENS HOME TALLAHASSEE, FL 7:00PM
3/23/14 LIBERTY BAPTIST CHURCH DOUGLASVILLE, GA 10:30AM
3/29/14 MISSIONARY GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH CAMDEN, TN 6:00PM

The Perrys are booked exclusively by the Harper Agency. For more info, please call Ed at (615) 851-4500.

JOSEPH HABEDANK ANNOUNCES SOLO MINISTRY

Popular Vocalist Signs With Daywind Records, Enters Agreement with Dominion Agency


Nashville, TN – The new year brings a new path, a new direction and new steps for singer/songwriter Joseph Habedank. Joseph announced today that he is embarking on a solo ministry. Most known for his time with iconic family group The Perrys, the popular singer/songwriter is excited for this new chapter in his life. With the support of his wife, Lindsay, and many friends and family, Habedank feels the time is right and looks forward to what God has in store. “All I’ve ever wanted to do was sing gospel music. Over 10 years ago, Tracy & Libbi Stuffle gave me that chance and I will be forever grateful,” says Joseph. “I am excited to begin this new season in my life and share the story of God’s grace, forgiveness, faithfulness and love. My wife Lindsay and I want to thank everyone who has reached out to us and prayed for us. We love you and can’t wait to see you soon!”

Today, it has also been announced that Joseph has entered into a recording contract with Daywind Records and a booking agreement with the Dominion Agency. “Embarking on a new journey and season is both exciting and scary. I am thankful that God has placed these two companies in my life to help guide and direct the path,” says Joseph.

L-R: Rick Shelton, Joseph Habedank, Ed Leonard and Scott Godsey

Ed Leonard of Daywind Records comments: “Joseph is a wonderful communicator of the Gospel. As one of the most talented artists and songwriters in Gospel music, his potential to reach people with the message of Christ through his ministry is limitless. We could not be more excited work with him to share his testimony.”

Michael Davis of the Dominion Agency says: “The first time I heard Joseph Habedank sing as a teenager, I knew he would have an extraordinary career in Christian music. His passion for Christ as a singer and songwriter is contagious. I am very excited to welcome him to the roster of Dominion Agency artists.”

Joseph is currently writing and choosing new material for his upcoming Daywind project set to release this summer and is currently touring select dates.

ABOUT JOSEPH HABEDANK:
Joseph Habedank is a multi award winning and Dove Award nominated singer/songwriter. He was awarded Singing News Magazine's Young Artist of the Year in 2009 and Songwriter of the Year (Artist) at the Absolutely Gospel Music Awards in 2011. His songs have been recorded by such artists as: Gold City, Brian Free & Assurance, Karen Peck & New River, Lauren Talley, The Hoppers, The Kingsmen, Ivan Parker, Jeff & Sheri Easter, The Kingdom Heirs, Triumphant Quartet, The Hoskins Family and more. He has helped write two nationally charted number one songs and in 2010, "If You Knew Him" (written with Rodney Griffin) was nominated for Southern Gospel Song of the Year at the GMA Dove Awards and won the Singing News Fan Award for Song of the Year. Additionally, Habedank has been nominated for Singing News Magazine's Male Vocalist of year, Lead Singer of the year and Songwriter of the year for three consecutive years. Joseph currently resides just outside Nashville, TN with his wife, Lindsay.

Connect with Joseph online:
facebook.com/JosephHabedankMusic
twitter.com/josephhabedank
josephhabedank.com

Jared Stuffle (JK) to Sing Bass for The Perrys

January 20, 2014 – (Hendersonville, TN) Award-winning, Gospel group, The Perrys announced today that Jared Stuffle, known to everyone as JK, will be singing bass until Tracy returns to the road full time.

JK is no stranger to road life. As the son of Libbi and Tracy, he has traveled with the group all of his life and has been the primary operating sound tech on the road. JK has been singing on stage since earlier this month, filling in as the bass for his dad.

“I am incredibly thankful for God’s provision over my family and my dad’s health over the last year and am humbled to be able to do my part in his absence,” says JK. Tracy has been joining the group on stage for a couple songs each night over the last couple months but as he continues to recover, Jared is excited to be filling in those shoes.

“I am very over protective of Tracy and his health and we want to make sure we are doing everything we can to strengthen his recovery,” shares Libbi. “Sometimes that means having to cut a date and we know that our fans respect that and we thank you from the bottom of our hearts!”

The Perrys joined StowTown Records in late 2013 and are in studios recording their upcoming CD, “Into His Presence.” “With Tracy’s recovery and physical therapy going so well and us recording our first CD with StowTown, this is sure to be an awesome year,” says Libbi. “Go God!”

For more information on The Perrys and to see their upcoming tour dates, visit, www.perrysministries.com. Also, visit their facebook page for more “on the road fun” facebook.com/pages/The-Perrys

StowTown Records Signs The Perrys

(Nashville, Tenn.) – StowTown Records is honored to announce the exclusive signing of The Perrys - undisputedly one of the leading names in Southern Gospel music - to its growing family of artists.


Inked during a celebration at the offices of Provident/Sony Distribution, this new partnership - between the legendary Perrys and StowTown founders Ernie Haase and Wayne Haun - is a natural outgrowth of the mutual respect, friendship and admiration built throughout the years they've shared stages across the country. Haase is quick to explain his excitement about the signing: “I have known Libbi and Tracy for about 20 years now. They are my favorite kind of people -- humble and full of the love of Jesus. It is my honor to finally get to work with them. I believe the best is yet to come!”

One of the most-awarded groups in Southern Gospel music during their storied 41-year career, The Perrys’ roster currently includes Libbi Perry Stuffle -- the unforgettable alto who carries on the family legacy, her husband and beloved bass singer Tracy Stuffle, their son Jared (JK) Stuffle -- assisting on bass vocals, lead singer David Ragan, and baritone Bryan Walker.

2013 has been a challenging year for The Perrys, with the ongoing recovery of Tracy Stuffle after his initial stroke in January. However, Tracy's recent return to selected dates and featured songs with the group serves as a picture of grace and hope to the prayer warriors who have joined The Perrys on this journey of faith. Tracy -- who signed the contract himself -- is clearly grateful: “Lib and I, along with our guys, Bryan, David, and JK, are so excited about our joint venture with StowTown Records and Provident/Sony Distribution. We look forward to many years of a lasting relationship with both companies. We have always had a wonderful relationship with our long-time producer Wayne Haun, and are excited that this new chapter will still include him. We are very
much looking forward to what the Lord and the future is gonna hold for The Perrys.”

Their new project is expected to release in March 2014, so fans should follow The Perrys on social media for updates on the recording process, as well as upcoming concerts, events, and Tracy's recovery. Libbi's heartfelt updates and prayer postings on Facebook have also become a must-read for both new and long-time fans of the group.

Connect with The Perrys

https://twitter.com/libbipstuffle
https://twitter.com/ThePerrys70
http://www.perrysministries.com
https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Perrys/141953479202640

About StowTown Records

Founded in 2011, StowTown Records reflects the musical vision of Ernie Haase and Wayne Haun, and is the creative home for Ernie Haase & Signature Sound, The Perrys, Doug Anderson, Devin McGlamery, The Collingsworth Family, Beyond the Ashes, The Browns, and selected classic music from The Cathedrals, their legendary bass singer, George Younce, and The Cathedral Family Reunion.

Distributed worldwide through Provident Distribution & Sony Distribution, this independent label has quickly garnered industry attention with multiple GMA/Dove Awards and chart-topping releases from their highly-respected artist roster. For more information on StowTown Records, visit www.StowTownRecords.com.

Join The Talleys This Fall

JOIN THE TALLEYS FOR THESE EVENTS:

OCTOBER

16 Chucky, TN Casi Full Gospel Church 7:00 PM

17 Stanton, MO Meramec Caverns 7:00 PM

18 Poplar Bluff, MO Tinnin Performing Arts Center 7:30 PM

19 Fulton, KY First Baptist Church Fulton 7:00 PM

20 Galatia, IL First Baptist Church of Galatia 6:00 PM

25 Greenville, KY Luzerne General Baptist 7:00 PM

26 Conway, AR Faith Assembly 7:00 PM

27 Humble, TX First Assembly of God 6:00 PM

31 Sevierville, TN Tony Gore’s Smokey Mtn BBQ 7:30 PM

NOVEMBER

1 Sumter, SC Bethesda Church of God 7:00 PM

10 Kennesaw, GA Shiloh Hills Baptist Church 11:00 AM

15 Mt. Pleasant, SC Omar Shrine Auditorium 7:00 PM

23 Lakeland, FL Lake Gibson Church of Nazarene 6:00 PM

24 Wildwood, FL Village of Faith 10:30 AM

30 Pittsfield, MA First United Methodist Church 7:30 PM

Daywind Artists Win Major Honors at 2014 NQC Music Awards

(Louisville, KY) – Daywind recording artists and a Daywind songwriter were among the big winners at the 2nd Annual NQC Music Awards held at the National Quartet Convention in Louisville last Friday. Popular mixed group, The Perrys, received the award for Album of the Year for their cd “Through the Night.” Dianne Wilkinson added to her distinguished career by being named 2013 Songwriter of the Year. Brian Free and Assurance received the award for Video of the Year for the music video to their #1 song “I Want To Be That Man.”
In an emotional acceptance, Libbi Stuffle thanked her group for carrying on despite tremendous adversity. Libbi’s husband and the group’s leader, Tracy Stuffle, suffered a stroke early this year and is recovering under Libbi’s care in Nashville, TN.
Dianne Wilkinson graciously thanked the crowd for the award while encouraging the audience. “More than ever, sinners need to be saved; Christians need to be encouraged; the Church needs to be awakened; and God needs to be glorified…and we don’t have long to do it,” exclaimed Wilkinson, who has had several #1 songs in the past year to go along with her past hits recorded by the Cathedrals, Kingdom Heirs, Mark Trammell Quartet and many more.
Brian Free and Assurance’s video director, Scott Godsey, accepted on behalf of the group for their win. “I Want To Be That Man,” was the first #1 single from the album Nothing But Love. The album has since birthed a second #1 song, “Calvary’s Cry.” with the third single, “Nothing But Love” now playing at radio stations nationwide. The group and the recording received seven nominations overall for the NQC Music Awards.
“We are so proud of our artists and songwriters. I see behind the scenes how hard they work and how pure their hearts are. It is wonderful when their fans recognize their efforts in this way,” said Ed Leonard, president of Daywind Records.
Along with these great talents, Daywind Records is home to such artists as the Karen Peck and New River, Greater Vision, Legacy Five, 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.

THIS WEEK’S SPECIAL HARMONY ROAD TO FEATURE FAMILY GROUPS

Videos from Jeff and Sheri Easter, the Dills, Bowlings,Hoppers, and the Perrys.

SIGNAL MOUNTAIN, TN AUGUST 30, 2013:
This week’s Harmony Road celebrates family harmonies. The program features family groups and includes a special introduction of the Perry’s “Celebrate Me Home” by Tracy Stuffle. Also included are the Dills, Bowlings, Hoppers and Jeff and Sheri Easter.

Hosted by Les Butler and originating from the James D. Vaughn Museum in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee, this program is part of the Harmony Road Summer Special series which has included shows dedicated to quartets, concept videos and the National Quartet Convention. Special guest co hosts this summer have included singer/songwriter Phil Cross, Old Paths and Kingsmen Bass singer Ray Dean Reese.

Harmony Road can be found each week on TNN, The Nashville Network on Sunday mornings at 8:00 Eastern as well as WATC TV57 in Atlanta on Saturday afternoons at 2 where it’s also streamed online at www.watc.tv. The Harmony Road Television Network also includes theWALKtv, WMJN29.com, TV24 in Anniston/Gadsden, AL, Charter cable in Clarksville and Jackson, TN and others. More information can be found at www.harmonyroadtv.com or www.watchtnn.com.

Other members of the Harmony Road team include Cody McVey with interviews and insights from the Road, Allen Rhodes, Technical Director and Roger Spears, Producer.

August 2013 SGNScoops Magazine Available Now!

The summer issues continue to sizzle at SGNScoops Magazine! Gracing the cover this month- THE MARTINS! Our newest staff writer, Craig Harris captured the heart the the Martin’s ministry and also shares the latest happenings with the Martins in this month’s cover story.

The August edition also features Eighth Day, Three Bridges, Morgan Easter, Henry Slaughter, Willie Wynn and Christian Country artist, Isaac Cole. The Perrys share their hearts regarding Tracy Stuffle’s health situation and Rhonda Frye catches up with Ernie Haase on the road.

Other articles include spiritual enrichment, Southern Gospel memories and Christian fitness. Sandi Duncan Clark reviews music, Angela Griffin reveals what songs are topping the charts and Lynn Mills gives the scoop on the Gatlinburg Gathering!

Don’t miss the latest scoop on Creekside and the Diamond Awards in this issue as well. All of this neatly tucked and beautifully designed in our FREE online magazine. Catch it HERE! Please share!

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.

The Perrys Tour Schedule and Benefit for Tracy Stuffle

From The Perrys Partners email newsletter of July 25, 2013:

Thank you to everyone for your prayers and continued support for Tracy. He has made vast improvements over the past two weeks, and is undergoing intense therapy daily. He is in a specialized rehab hospital for stroke victims, and that has made all the difference in the world. Tracy is starting to eat some "regular" food, dressing in his own clothes (instead of a hospital robe), and follow commands. He's even starting to make a few of his own, which is a very encouraging sign! The trach is still in, and so he cannot communicate much verbally. However, we expect them to take it out soon.

Tracy has his big smile back! (taken on 7/25/13)

We are very excited that our record company has announced they are releasing a special "Tribute" cd to Tracy at the National Quartet Convention! This cd will feature 12 songs that Tracy is featured on, taken from our various projects from the last few years. The neat thing is that Tracy was able to pick out these 12 songs himself, by pointing to them to Libbi! We are also releasing a "Best of the Perrys" cd special during NQC. As soon as both projects are released, we will have them available in our web store.

The Perrys continue to travel each weekend, and have been making great strides as a group! David Ragan, our new lead singer, is doing an incredible job. You'd think he has been on the road with us for years. When Libbi needs to stay with Tracy, Leah Page is thrilling audiences each weekend. Bryan Walker is doing an admirable job mceeing and singing baritone. Libbi has been appearing with the group as much as possible.

The Perrys at the Gatlinburg Gathering

Libbi will actually be with the group this weekend at the James D. Vaughan Quartet Festival in Lawrenceburg, TN. This is the birthplace of southern gospel music, and is always a special weekend. Be sure to visit the Southern Gospel Museum in the Suntrust Bank building in downtown Lawrenceburg. This is a must-see for any avid fan of our music. The Perrys will be singing on Saturday night along with our friends, the Mark Trammell Quartet, Blackwood Brothers, and Chuck Wagon Gang. The event actually begins tonight and continues thru Saturday.

As you can imagine, Tracy's medical bills continue to add up. We are so thankful for everyone's support and love gifts during this time. Libbi's sister, Debra, has prganized a benefit concert for Tracy on Monday night, July 29th in Blairsville, GA. This night will feature our Georgia friends, Brian Free & Assurance, Karen Peck & New River, LeFevre Quartet, and Jaidyns Call (Debra's group). The proceeds will go towards Tracy's medical bills. Special thanks to all of the groups for taking time out of their busy schedule to show their support for Tracy.

All of the Perrys music is available from our web store at http://www.perrysministries.com. Don't forget that the full album soundtrack of "Through the Night" is now available. You can also order by phone by calling (941) 756-6942.

Thank you again for your continued support of Libbi and Tracy, and the Perrys. Hope to see you somewhere along the road.

Pastor Bill Bailey / Manager
http://www.perrysministries.com
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UPCOMING PERRYS' TOUR DATES

7/26/13 FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH ANNA, IL 7:00PM
7/27/13 OLD CROCKETT THEATRE LAWRENCEBURG, TN 6:00PM
8/1/13 COWAN CIVIC CENTER LEBANON, MO 7:00PM
8/2/13 OAK BOWERY BAPTIST CHURCH SALTILLO COMMUNITY, AR 7:00PM
8/3/13 NEW BARN THEATER RENFRO VALLEY, KY 7:00PM
8/4/13 GRASSY CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH SPRUCE PINE, NC 10:30AM
8/10/13 WEST RIPLEY BAPTIST CHURCH RIPLEY, MS 7:00PM
8/11/13 NEW BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH BELMONT, MS 11:00AM & 1:00PM
8/15/13 MUSIC PARK SEMINOLE, OK 7:30PM
8/16/13 FORRESTDALE FREE-WILL BAPTIST CH FORRESTDALE, AL 7:30PM
8/17/13 TERRELL PERFORMING ARTS CENTER TERRELL, TX 6:30PM
8/23/13 ESCATAWPA BAPTIST CHURCH MOSS POINT, MS 7:00PM
8/24/13 SUGAR LAND BAPTIST CHURCH SUGAR LAND, TX 4:00PM
8/26/13 SILVER DOLLAR CITY (RED GOLD) BRANSON, MO 2PM, 3PM, 4PM
8/28/13 LEBANON VALLEY EXPO CENTER LEBANON, PA 6:00PM
8/29/13 TONY GORE’S SMOKEY MTN BBQ SEVIERVILLE, TN 7:30PM
8/31/13 CITY AUDITORIUM THOMASVILLE, GA 7:00PM
9/1/13 GOSPEL WAY BAPTIST CHURCH RINGGOLD, GA 10:30AM

Perrys host "The Bean Blossom Southern Gospel Jubilee" this weekend!

Catch the Perrys at these other upcoming dates!

7/11/13 BILL MONROE MUSIC PARK BEAN BLOSSOM, IN 7:00PM
7/12/13 BILL MONROE MUSIC PARK BEAN BLOSSOM, IN 7:00PM
7/13/13 BILL MONROE MUSIC PARK BEAN BLOSSOM, IN 6:00PM
7/14/13 FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD NEW PHILADELPHIA, OH 7:00PM
7/18/13 CIVIC CENTER JACKSON, TN 7:00PM
7/19/13 BETHLEHEM BAPTIST CHURCH SPRINGFIELD, TN 7:00PM
7/20/13 GRAYSON COUNTY SCHOOL AUD. INDEPENDENCE, VA 6:00PM
7/21/13 LUMBERPORT BAPTIST CHURCH LUMBERPORT, WV 9:30AM
7/26/13 FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 7:00PM
7/27/13 OLD CROCKETT THEATRE LAWRENCEBURG, TN 6:00PM
8/1/13 COWAN CIVIC CENTER LEBANON, MO 7:00PM
8/2/13 OAK BOWERY BAPTIST CHURCH SALTILLO COMMUNITY, AR 7:00PM
8/3/13 NEW BARN THEATER RENFRO VALLEY, KY 7:00PM
8/4/13 GRASSY CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH SPRUCE PINE, NC 10:30AM

Special News From The Perrys

From the Perrys Partners email newsletter:

Hello Perrys Partners!

As you can see from the above graphic, the complete album soundtrack of "Through the Night" is FINALLY available! This soundtrack contains all ten songs from our latest album, including "I Got a Hold of God this Morning", "Whosoever Will", "Through the Night", and "When He Spoke". You can order it from our web store at http://www.perrysministries.com.

David Ragan

If you haven't already heard, we are thrilled to report that David Ragan is our new lead singer! Many of you will know David, as he was the former lead singer for the Inspirations. We are excited to have such a wonderful singer and Godly young man as part of our group! Be sure to welcome David at an upcoming concert soon!

It is summer sing season, and the Perrys are thrilled to be a part of many annual events this year. One of which is the Gatlinburg Gathering in Gatlinburg, TN. This is the first year that it is being held over July 4th weekend, and the Perrys are on the lineup for Friday, July 5th. At the bottom of this email, I have attached the graphics with all of the pertinent information. Bring your entire family and join us for this festive weekend in the mountains!

You will also find information on the bottom of this email about the Beacon Park singing this weekend in Harrison, AR;and our Bean Blossom Southern Gospel Jubilee in Bean Blossom, IN (on July 11-13.

Tracy, on one of his first days outside

In closing, thanks for your continued prayers for Tracy as he recovers from his stroke. We have seen significant progress over the past week, and the doctors are considering taking the trach off in the next few days! This is a major step forward! With Tracy's continued improvement, Libbi will be making more appearances with the group. Thanks to all of the promoters, churches, and fans for your understanding during this time; and your continued support of the group. This has definitely been unchartered territory for all of us!

Please remember Tracy, Libbi, Jared, Bryan, Leah, and David in your prayers. The best is yet to come!

Pastor Bill Bailey
http://www.perrysministries.com
http://www.harperagency.com
http://www.daywindrecords.com


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Upcoming Perrys' tour dates:

6/28/13 OAK GROVE ASSEMBLY OF GOD MONTICELLO, AR 7:00PM
6/29/13 BEACON PARK HARRISON, AR 6:30PM
6/30/13 CENTRAL ASSEMBLY OF GOD HAUGHTON, LA 6:00PM
7/5/13 GATLINBURG CONVENTION CENTER GATLINBURG, TN 7:00PM
7/6/13 PINE GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH RINGGOLD, GA 6:00PM
7/7/13 WAY OF THE CROSS BAPTIST CHURCH DUNLAP, TN 5:00PM
7/11/13 BILL MONROE MUSIC PARK BEAN BLOSSOM, IN 7:00PM
7/12/13 BILL MONROE MUSIC PARK BEAN BLOSSOM, IN 7:00PM
7/13/13 BILL MONROE MUSIC PARK BEAN BLOSSOM, IN 6:00PM
7/14/13 FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD NEW PHILADELPHIA, OH 7:00PM
7/18/13 CIVIC CENTER JACKSON, TN 7:00PM
7/19/13 BETHLEHEM BAPTIST CHURCH SPRINGFIELD, TN 7:00PM
7/20/13 GRAYSON COUNTY SCHOOL AUD. INDEPENDENCE, VA 6:00PM
7/21/13 LUMBERPORT BAPTIST CHURCH LUMBERPORT, WV 9:30AM
7/27/13 OLD CROCKETT THEATRE LAWRENCEBURG, TN 6:00PM
8/1/13 COWAN CIVIC CENTER LEBANON, MO 7:00PM
8/2/13 OAK BOWERY BAPTIST CHURCH SALTILLO COMMUNITY, AR 7:00PM
8/3/13 NEW BARN THEATER RENFRO VALLEY, KY 7:00PM
8/4/13 GRASSY CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH SPRUCE PINE, NC 10:30AM

HARMONY ROAD TO FEATURE LEGACY FIVE, GOLD CITY, SISTERS, BRIAN FREE AND ASSURANCE AND THE PERRYS

Signal Mountain, TN, This weekend’s Harmony Road TV program features great music from a variety of artists including Brian Free and Assurance, Sisters, Legacy Five, The Perrys and a classic from Gold City. The program also includes Cody McVey’s interview with the Perrys as we continue to pray for Tracy Stuffle as he recovers from a stroke. Songs include “I Think I’ll Read it Again”, “Damascus Road”, “Ask Me Why”, “Under His Wings” and “The Part Where You Come In”. These songs are written by some of gospel’s top songsmiths, Kyla Rowland, Phil Cross and Kenna Turner West and others.
Harmony Road can be found each week on TNN/The Nashville Network on Sunday mornings at 8:00 Eastern .The program is streamed each Saturday at 8:00 p.m. Eastern and Sunday mornings at 7:30 Eastern at www.wmjn29.com and aired each Sunday afternoon TV24 in the Anniston/Gadsden, Alabama area. Harmony Road airs several times weekly on Charter Cable in Clarksville and Jackson, TN and Saturday evenings on theWALKtv . The program is also streamed from multiple locations including ROKU.. Go to www.harmonyroadtv.com for a complete list of outlets and an online store where you can purchase much of the music seen and heard on Harmony Road. For a limited time you can receive free shipping on all purchases. Be sure and like Harmony Road on Facebook at www.facebook.com/harmonyroadtv for updates, contests and more.Harmony Road is a weekly Southern Gospel TV program hosted by “Singing News” publisher and Solid Gospel Radio host Les Butler. Ball Brothers pianist Cody McVey provides many of the interviews. Other members of the team include Randy Liner, Technical Director and Roger Spears,
Producer. This week’s program originates from Jim Oliver’s Smokehouse Resort in Monteagle, TN.

JOSEPH HABEDANK STEPS DOWN AS LEAD SINGER FOR THE PERRYS

Hendersonville, TN (May 21, 2013) – In a letter posted on their Facebook page earlier today, The Perrys announced the departure of Joseph Habedank from the award-winning group. Having begun his career as The Perrys’ baritone singer nearly a decade ago, Joseph stepped into the position of lead singer in 2006 and has also been serving temporarily as the group’s emcee in the absence of Tracy Stuffle.

In the letter, Joseph writes, “Thank you all for loving and accepting me over the years. I never dreamed that The Lord would allow me to feel so loved by the fans of Gospel Music. From the bottom of my heart, thank you!”

Libbi Perry Stuffle adds, “While it saddens me that Joseph is leaving, we definitely respect his and Lindsay’s need to reevaluate their lives and future. He has been like a son to me and Tracy. Although he is leaving our group, we will always consider him part of our family.”

Joseph shares no details of his future plans, but asks for prayers during the transition.
To read the full letter, visit the Perrys’ Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Perrys/141953479202640?fref=ts.

Daywind Records is based in Hendersonville, TN, and is distributed worldwide through New Day Christian Distributors. For more information on Daywind Records and their award-winning family of artists, visitwww.daywindrecords.com.