RY COODER, SHARON WHITE AND RICKY SKAGGS TEAM FOR "COODER-WHITE-SKAGGS" NATIONAL TOUR

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Nashville, Tenn. (May 5, 2015) - World-renowned guitarist Ry Cooder, country music songbird Sharon White and country and bluegrass legend Ricky Skaggs are combining forces for a national road show.

Today, the three music vets announced the "Cooder-White-Skaggs" tour, their maiden voyage as a musical trio. The tour kicks off in Salt Lake City this June and will continue with scheduled performances in Denver, Milwaukee, San Francisco, Seattle, Boston, New York City and more.

"Getting to work with Ry Cooder has been a dream of mine for a long time. He is a world-class musician," notes Skaggs. "We met at a GRAMMY Awards show many years ago and thought it would be a blast to do something together sometime, and now we're getting to create new sounds around old music. But the best part is getting to share the stage every night with my wife and sweetheart Sharon White. My heart is full!"

In a most exceptional pairing, master multi-instrumentalists Cooder and Skaggs will come together on stage to deliver a revelatory program of blues, gospel, and bluegrass music. They will be joined by White, one of the purest voices in country music, Joachim Cooder on drums, and Mark Fain on bass with occasional guest performances by Buck White and Cheryl White of The Whites.

"I always love singing and playing music with Ricky... he's just my favorite in every way!" says White. "And we are both so excited to be doing shows this year with Ry Cooder. What an incredible artist! He is truly a 'one-of-a-kind' musician! Ricky and I share Ry's love for traditional country, bluegrass, and old-time gospel music. He is passionate about doing music that is authentic and real. It's infectious!"

"'Cooder-White-Skaggs' is the legacy express, or I'll eat a bug," quips Cooder. "You are going to hear four-part singing from the heart, the finest and best instrumental activity in the land, songs you know and love and to top it off, the indomitable Buck White on piano who will turn your money green. Now who's happy? That's the way we're gonna stay so knock on wood!"

"Cooder-White-Skaggs" 2015 Tour Schedule:

June 16 - Salt Lake City, UT - Red Butte Garden
June 17 - Aspen, CO - Belly Up Aspen
June 19 - Boulder, CO - Chautauqua Auditorium
June 21 - Telluride, CO - Telluride Bluegrass Festival
June 22 - Denver, CO - Denver Botanic Gardens
July 17 - Milwaukee, WI - The Pabst Theater
Sept 30 - Saratoga, CA - The Mountain Winery
Oct 2 - San Francisco, CA - Great American Music Hall
Oct 3 - San Francisco, CA - Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Fest
Oct 5 - Arcata, CA - Van Duzer Theatre
Oct 6 - Portland, OR - Aladdin Theater
Oct 7 - Seattle, WA - The Moore Theatre
Nov 10-11 - Alexandria, VA - The Birchmere
Nov 14 - New York City, NY - Carnegie Hall
Nov 17 - Boston, MA - Berklee Performance Center
Nov 18 - Portland, ME - State Theatre

About Ry Cooder
Ry Cooder is a virtuoso roots guitarist who is steeped in the blues but has spent much of his career exploring new musical worlds from Tex-Mex to Cuban bolero. He has won 6 GRAMMY awards, most recently for Best Traditional Latin Album (2003) and Best Pop Instrumental Album (2003). In 1997, Ry Cooder traveled to Cuba to produce and play with a group of musicians who had little exposure outside of their homeland. The resulting album, Buena Vista Social Club, was a platinum-selling international success that made stars of Compay Segundo, Ibrahim Ferrer, and Ruben Gonzalez, and earned Cooder another GRAMMY. He has collaborated with an incredible variety of artists over the years including Flaco Jiménez, The Chieftains, Ali Farka Toure, John Hassell and Manuel Galban. Ry has written scores for over 16 major motion pictures for directors for Walter Hill, Mike Nichols, Louie Malle, Tony Richardson and Wim Wenders. In 2011, City Lights published his critically acclaimed book "Los Angeles Stories." Ry Cooder has released 17 solo records since 1970 as well as several compilations.

About Sharon White
As a member of beloved country-gospel family band, The Whites, Sharon White has been making music alongside her father Buck and sister Cheryl for more than 40 years. Both with The Whites and as a solo artist, Sharon White has won multiple awards, including GRAMMY, CMA and Dove Awards, among others. The Whites have been esteemed members of the Grand Ole Opry since 1984, and they appear on the world famous Opry stage nearly every weekend. Sharon White and her family trio became well known for their string of Country hits in the 1980s, including "Hangin' Around," "Give Me Back That Old Familiar Feeling," and "Pins and Needles." With the release of Hearts Like Ours (2014), a dream came true for Sharon and her husband, country and bluegrass music legend Ricky Skaggs. Previously in 1987 the pair won a CMA Vocal Duo of the Year award for "Love Can’t Ever Get Better Than This." This first-ever studio album is produced by Skaggs and White and features the couple dueting on handpicked country love songs.

For more information on Sharon White, visit www.skaggsfamilyrecords.com.

About Ricky Skaggs
Over the course of his 40 plus year career, Ricky Skaggs has won 14 GRAMMY Awards, 8 CMA Awards, 9 ACM Awards, 11 IBMA (International Bluegrass Music Assn.) Awards, 9 ICM Awards, 2 Dove Awards, 3 honorary Doctorate degrees and countless other awards. Ricky has had 12 #1 singles on the Billboard Country charts and 12 Top 20 Country albums, along with twelve consecutive GRAMMY-nominated albums, all from his own Skaggs Family Records label. In 2012, Ricky Skaggs was inducted into the GMA’s Gospel Music Hall of Fame. Past recipients of this prestigious award include Elvis Presley and Dolly Parton. That same year, Ricky received the Cliffie Stone Pioneer Award from the Academy of Country Music (ACM). In 2013, Grand Ole Opry member Ricky Skaggs released his first-ever autobiography, "Kentucky Traveler: My Life In Music." The book details the life and times of Skaggs and provides a descriptive history of Country and Bluegrass music, as told by the master himself.

For more information on Ricky Skaggs, visit www.rickyskaggs.com.

Hoskins Family Will Be At Creekside 2015

Pigeon Forge, TN – Creekside Gospel Music Convention is pleased to welcome The Hoskins Family to its stage for 2015. Rick, Reva, Angie and Abigail have been hitting the Southern Gospel charts with their power vocals and three-generation family harmony, bringing songs like “God is Big,” “Whenever I Hear His Name,” and, “Land Of Endless Tomorrow.” They will be appearing at Creekside Gospel Music Convention in Pigeon Forge from November 2nd through 5th at the Smoky Mountain Convention Center.

Rob Patz of SGNScoops, one of the sponsors of Creekside 2015, says he is thrilled that one of his favorite family groups is joining a growing list of artists. “The Hoskins Family have recently returned to the Southern Gospel stage and I am so happy that they are going to be with us at Creekside. Our audience loves family groups and I would encourage any Gospel music fans who haven’t already made plans to join us, to come be a part of what we are doing at Creekside.”

For more information on Creekside Gospel Music Convention, including tickets, lodging and VIP packages, fans are encouraged to visit www.creeksidegospelmusicconvention.com.

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Don't Miss the April issue of SGN Scoops Digital Magazine

Have you read the April issue of SGN Scoops? Several of our writers delve into what the Easter season means for us as believers. I trust that you will read about the love, grace and eternal life of our Savior on every page.
Our cover artists this month are Gerald Wolfe, Rodney Griffin and Chris Allman, known collectively as Greater Vision. Matt Baker goes a little deeper into the hearts and minds of this award-winning trio. Other new writers whose names you might not know but whose writing you will enjoy include Bethany Cook who introduces us to Adoration Quartet, and Jaquita Lindsay who highlights The Stephens.
Enjoy discovering more about Kris Erwin, the Diplomats, Marty Raybon, the Browders, and DJ Skip Taylor. Candi Combs takes us to the Greenbriar Quartet event and Lynn Mills goes sailing on the Singing At Sea cruise. Vonda Easley, Erin Stevens, Jennifer Campbell and Paige Givens have written from their hearts this month to bring you the latest on your favorite artists.
If you are a Gospel music collector, you’ve said, “I NEED IT!” more than once, and Dean Adkins introduces us to several avid collectors.
Lou Hildreth, David Staton, Laurette Willis, Jeff Steele, Dusty Wells, Kelly Nelon Clark, Jonathan Edwards, Sherry Anne and Ed Smith round out our magazine this month and we hope you enjoy their words as much as we do.
Thanks for taking time to read SGN Scoops April 2015 edition. Please share it with your friends and family and everyone you know. Let us know if there is someone you’d like to read the scoop about! Write to me at lorraine@sgnscoops.com
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MARTY RAYBON TAKES HOME SPBGMA’S "MALE VOCALIST OF THE YEAR" AWARD

Nashville, Tenn. (February 11, 2015) - After more than 40 years of performing, country crooner and bluegrass balladeer Marty Raybon continues to take home the career trophies. This past weekend at the Society for the Preservation of Bluegrass Music Association (SPBGMA)'s 41st Annual Bluegrass Awards, Raybon walked away as the organization’s 2015 "Male Vocalist of the Year" in the traditional category.

"It's one of those wonderful unexpected surprises that happens at award shows," says Raybon. "When I heard my name called out as the winner, my first thought was 'Did I hear that right?' I was very honored while also realizing that not one person is an island in a bluegrass band. I want to say thank you to SPBGMA and the fans that voted for me and I'm very grateful that the hard work we put into our vocals were awarded that night."

Throughout his epic journey spanning more than four decades, Marty Raybon has produced a remarkable list of career accomplishments including: multiple number one singles, top selling albums, CMA, ACM, IBMA and GRAMMY Awards, along with scores of other accolades. Collectively, his contributions to the recording industry have sold well into the millions and he has performed literally thousands of live concerts at four corners of the earth. In 2015, Raybon returned to his original position as frontman for legendary group, Shenandoah. Shenandoah Reloaded tour dates will be announced soon.

For more information on Marty Raybon, visit www.martyraybon.com.

SHENANDOAH ANNOUNCES 2015 RELOADED WITH MARTY RAYBON TOUR DATES

Raybon Hits the Road with Shenandoah for First Time in Nearly Two Decades

Nashville, Tenn. (February 12, 2015) - After a near 18-year absence, the original voice of Shenandoah, Marty Raybon, is officially back in the band. Since announcing his return last fall, Shenandoah and Raybon have performed a handful of dates, leaving concertgoers in awe. Today, Shenandoah announced dates for their 2015 tour, Reloaded With Marty Raybon.

"We are so excited to see the reaction so far to having Marty back with us," notes Shenandoah's Mike McGuire. "Smiles are big, seats are full and autograph lines are long. It's like country music fans are starved for real country music these days. At least that's what they are telling us. And we are happy to take them back in our time machine!"

Raybon adds, "The crowds have been unbelievable. Packed and loud. It seems to me that they've missed hearing the music as much as I have. The excitement is right in front of us and that's what makes us want to make sure they leave entertained and glad they came. It's good to be back with the boys!"

Shenandoah's Reloaded With Marty Raybon tour kicks off this March.

Shenandoah Reloaded With Marty Raybon 2015 Tour Dates:

March 6 - Chester, WV - Chrome Nite Club
March 7 - St. Marys, PA - St. Marys High School
April 11 - Mt. Vernon, KY - New Barn Theatre
May 8 - Abilene, TX - Rhinestone Roundup
May 9 - Lindsay, TX - Outlaws and Legends Dancehall and Saloon
May 10 - Corpus Christi, TX - Roberts Point Park Pavillon
May 16 - Sheffield, AL - Sheffield Street Dance
May 20 - Wheeling, WV - WesBanco Arena
June 12 - Nashville, TN - Nashville Palace
July 3 - Pigeon Forge, TN - Country Tonite Theatre
July 18 - Forsyth, MT - Rosebud-Treasure County Fair
July 23 - Columbus, OH - Musicians Against Childhood Cancer Bluegrass Festival
July 31 - Barton Creek, TX - Country Club
August 1 - Dodge City, KS - Central Station
September 12 - Morehead, KY - Poppy Mountain Bluegrass Festival
September 16 - Abingdon, VA - Washington County Fair
October 24 - Perry, FL - Forest Festival
November 13 - Wilkesboro, NC - Merlefest
November 14 - Elizabethtown, KY - State Theater

About Shenandoah
Shenandoah originally formed in Muscle Shoals, Alabama in 1985. The band has charted 26 singles on the Billboard Hot Country charts including #1 Hits: "The Church on Cumberland Road," "Sunday in the South," "Two Dozen Roses," "Next to You, Next to Me" and "If Bubba Can Dance (I Can Too)." The single "Somewhere in the Vicinity of the Heart," which featured guest vocals from Alison Krauss, won both artists a GRAMMY® Award for "Best Country Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal." To date, the group has sold millions of albums worldwide and is a recipient of the Academy of Country Music's coveted "Vocal Group of the Year" Award.

For more information on Shenandoah, visit www.shenandoahband.com.

ANNOUNCING TOP TEN FINALIST NSAI CMT SONG CONTEST Donna King "THIS KIND OF COLD"

Only 5 Days Left To Vote...
If you've already voted,THANK YOU!!!!
If not, please read this short note and then VOTE.

On February 1, 2015 the TOP TEN FINALISTS in the Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI) Song Contest presented by CMT (Country Music Television Network) were announced. Out of upwards of 2000 entries, we are thrilled to tell you that Donna King's song, "THIS KIND OF COLD," is one of the TOP TEN! The Grand Prize winner (who will have amazing opportunities for advancing in their songwriting dream) will be determined solely by FAN VOTE. There are only 5 days left to VOTE and SHARE. That's where you come in...

We need the VOTES and SHARES of our friends, family, colleagues, and just everyone we've met along this crazy journey of life. If you've already voted...THANK YOU! But...if not...

Please join us in supporting Donna in this HUGE opportunity. Vote, and then, share, through word of mouth, email, on social media, etc. to help Donna bring this victory home.

VOTE for Donna King "This Kind Of Cold"- CLICK TO VOTE
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When sharing, copy and paste the following urls (exactly as they are case sensitive):
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THANK YOU ALL! Your support means the world to us. Just 5 more days and YOU are a VITAL part of it! We will let you know the results as soon as they come in!

With Gratitude to God and Gratefulness to you,
Friends and Family of Donna King
Jeremiah 29:11

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The Positive Cowboy, Jim Sheldon In Studio For MCS Season 4 Tracks

Nashville, Tenn (February 4, 2015) Excitement is in the air as Jim Sheldon, known as The Positive Cowboy on The Music City Show, prepares for Season 4 coming this spring to millions of television screens across the country.

Jim's Positive Cowboy character on the show is a perfect match for his personal life. What you see on the show with the Positive Cowboy is an exact duplicate of what you get when you spend time with Jim off the set. Jim loves those great hymns that the Positive Cowboy sings on the show, so it's only natural that he puts his heart and soul into every song he sings.

Recording at Daywind Studios, some of the finest musicians in Nashville were hired to give these tracks the absolute best sound available.

Produced by Scott Godsey and Engineered by Justin Kropf this band contains some of the regulars on The Music City Show. The musicians for the sessions include Upright Bass - Mark Fain, Guitar/Banjo - Ron Block, Mandolin/Dobro - Justin Moses, Fiddle - Aubrey Haynie, and Drums - Lynn Williams. Awesome Players and Awesome Tracks!!

​As a special feature Jim and Daywind recording artist the Blackwood Brothers Quartet will be teaming up on a couple of songs this season as well as on a CD project.

Sheldon will be heading back into the studio at the end of February to complete the Season 4 Hymns project.

Jim Sheldon commented, "The music and arrangements on each project just get better each time it seems. We love them all but, we have really enjoyed working on this project, it has a variety of songs and arrangements. We hope the listening audience will enjoy this as much as we are.”

The Positive Cowboy will be releasing Vol 2 for Season 3 of the Music City Hymns Projects at the end of February. Be looking for it or you can order it on line www.themusiccityshow.com .

The song list for the Season 4 CD Project is as follows:

1. Shall We Gather At The River
2. Shouting On The Hills
3. At The Cross
4. Let's All Go Down To The River
5. I’m Redeemed (with the Blackwood Quartet)
6. Robe of White
7. He Set Me Free
8. That I Could Still Go Free
9. It's Different Now
10. Who Am I
11. When He Reached Down His Hand for Me
12. If That Isn't Love
13. I Wouldn't Take Nothing For My Journey Now

In other news, thanks in part to The Positive Cowboy's participation on the show, The Music City Show has been nominated for the Pacesetter Award at the 2015 Absolutely Gospel Music Awards. Voting for the Awards began Sunday, February 1st and will continue through Saturday February 21st . Simply go to www.absolutelygospel.com and look for the large banner at the top of the front page and you can click to vote for the The Music City Show.


The Absolutely Gospel Music Awards, often called the "finest” awards in the industry have been presented since 2002 by the staff of AbsolutelyGospel.com. The award nominations are chosen by the staff of AbsolutelyGospel.com and other select industry professionals, and most of the winners are then chosen by the fans of the genre and readers of the site. In 2005, AbsolutelyGospel.com held its first AGM Music Awards Celebration which brought in all the artists, industry professionals, and fans for an official awards ceremony. In 2006, AbsolutelyGospel.com held a contest for the readers to name the statue that is presented to the winners at the Awards Celebration, in which "Ovation" was chosen as the winner. The Ovations are handed out on the second Tuesday in April every year.

To learn more about Jim Sheldon, The Positive Cowboy go to http://www.jimsheldonmusic.com or https://www.facebook.com/jim.sheldon .
You can Twitter Jim at https://twitter.com/JimSheldonmusic .

To book Jim Sheldon for your church service or concert contact bev.a.mccann@gmail.com .

Zane and Donna King Announce Addition Of Guitarist/Vocalist To The Group

Nashville, TN (1/23/2015) - Zane and Donna King are pleased to announce the addition of guitarist/vocalist Stephen Adcock to the group. The couple is thrilled to welcome him and very excited about this positive change as their music and ministry expands.

Zane expresses, "As we've continued to see God working in what He's called Donna and I to do, we've realized the need for another instrument and vocal on stage with us. Our first priority was to find someone who shared our desire to reach those who need to hear how much God loves them. Secondly, we hoped to find someone who had very strong guitar skills (It's lonely up there playing all by myself), and third, we prayed that they could sing a little as well. God exceeded all of our expectations in Stephen. His heart is in the right place and his talent, as an instrumentalist and as a vocalist, is just excellent. We are beyond excited about the future."

Stephen and his lovely wife, Bre, make their home in Murfreesboro, TN. They hail, originally, from the great state of North Carolina. Stephen has some solid road experience, having traveled and played with Bluegrass Gospel band Breaking Ground.

“I'm so thrilled and thankful to be part of Zane and Donna King,” states Stephen. “I’m also very grateful for the way God brought us together and answered each of our prayers. From the first conversation they felt like family to me. I feel sure there are some great days ahead.”

The group's debut album, Mile Marker One, has garnered four Top 20 hits including "Hallelujah Jesus Saves," "Shine," "If There Was Any Other Way," and "No One Like God." As of this week they add a Country Album Of The Year nomination, from Absolutely Gospel, to their list of accolades. All of this, Donna affirms, has little to do with them.

She shares, "Just this morning my husband and I talked about how much God has woven together in our lives. It isn't just about music. It's everything... Our family and how God has moved in it is the most amazing part. There's nothing more important to us. And, then, in our music and how God is using it, we are humbled to say the least. We pray that when people hear us and see us, they won't... That may sound confusing. But, truly, our prayer is that they will see God and hear God telling them just how MUCH HE loves them and just HOW completely HE can change a life."

To learn more about Zane and Donna King, visit www.zaneanddonnaking.com.
Like them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/zaneanddonnaking.
And you can follow them on Twitter at www.twitter.com/zaneanddonna.

Zane and Donna King are represented by the Dominion Agency. To schedule Zane and Donna for your church, concert, or special music event you can contact Michael Davis of the Dominion Agency by email at michael@michaeldavisandassociates.com or by phone at 828-454-5900.

To learn more about the Dominion Agency and their entire family of artists, visit www.dominionagency.com.

To learn more about the Absolutely Gospel Music Awards, visit www.absolutelygospel.com.

Mark Carman, Veteran Music Producer, Receives Grammy Nomination for T. Graham Brown's Forever Changed

Carman recruits Multi-Genre Stars Leon Russell, Vince Gill, the Oak Ridge Boys, Steve Cropper, Jason Crabb and more for Critically Acclaimed Project

(Nashville, TN – Jan. 13, 2015) – Mark Carman, a 30 year veteran music producer, can now add another accolade to his achievements and this one is a big one! Carman's production work on the latest release for country superstar T. Graham Brown's Forever Changed, has been recognized with a 2015 Grammy nomination for Best Roots Gospel Album. This is the first Grammy nomination T. Graham Brown's career, his first studio recording in over a decade and his first gospel album.

Along with T. Graham Brown, the project features a host of musical greats from various genres of music including Leon Russell, Vince Gill, The Oak Ridge Boys, Jason Crabb, Steve Cropper and among others. The lineup of talent on this record collectively boasts 26 Grammy awards and 37 Christian music GMA Dove Awards. The task of putting all the pieces together and bringing the puzzle together was not easy, but Mr. Carman is accustomed to hard work.

Growing up in Beckley, WV, Mark began hi career in the early 1980's as a police officer but his passion for music soon carried him to Nashville, TN where he established himself - through hardwork, dedication and perseverance - in songwriting, producing, and working in almost every phase of the music industry. In total, Carman has produced over 2800 recordings in the past 30 years.

Carman states, “There are so many people that have etched my career in music, that I know I will never remember to thank them all, but know, that I am very appreciative and humbled being know as a Grammy nominated producer. T. Graham Brown is one of country music’s great iconic voices and we worked countless hours producing this great record. I am so happy for him and his album getting nominated as one of the best in its category. "

T. Graham Brown comments, “I feel so very blessed by the Grammy nomination and I’m so grateful to Mark [Carman,] my wife Shelia and all the great people at MCM and Sony for their support” said Brown.

The album is available worldwide in retail stores and at all digital outlets.


About MCM World Media:
MCM World Media LLC was formed in November, 2012 by President, Music Producer and CEO Mark L. Carman, long time business associate and Vice President, Frank Scherman and former Los Angeles Radio Programmer, Television Executive Scott Orchard, Vice President of Marketing.

About Forever Changed:
Produced by Mark L. Carman, recorded and mixed by Joe Carrell for MCM World Media, “Forever Changed” is comprised of thirteen tracks featuring guest vocal appearances by popular, award-winning artists Vince Gill, The Oak Ridge Boys, Leon Russell, Jason Crabb Jeff & Sheri Easter, Steve Cropper, The Booth Brothers, Three Bridges and Jimmy Fortune. A line up of talent that collectively boasts 26 Grammys and 37 Dove Awards. “Forever Changed” is nominated for Best Roots Gospel Album and is going to be re-released on Sony/RED (in conjunction with Mansion Entertainment) on January 27th, 2015.

About T. Graham Brown:
T. Graham Brown has recorded over thirteen studio albums and charted more than twenty singles on the Billboard charts. Three of these singles reached Number One and eight more reached the Top Ten. Brown’s voice is also recognized from his singing in advertising campaigns for McDonald’s, Disneyland, Almond Joy, Coca Cola, Dodge Truck, Ford, Hardee’s and many others including the Taco Bell “Run For The Border” television spots. This past year his appearance in the concept video for “Working On A Building” with Marty Raybon, Jimmy Fortune and Trace Adkins was aired across multiple national television networks. T. Graham Brown still actively tours throughout the year including multiple appearances on the Legendary Grand Ole Opry and television appearances such as Larry’s Country Diner and Country’s Family Reunion. Brown's uniqueness has made him one of the most beloved and iconic performers of the day.

Benefit Concert For Kinsey Keever

Hey, Y’all!! I’m deeply honored to have been asked by my friend, Karen Nalley, to help coordinate this Benefit Concert. Little 7 year old Kinsey Keever was diagnosed last September with a nongerminomatous germ cell brain tumor. PLEASE help us spread the word about this very important night! Special thanks to Troy & Tammy Burns; Sharron Kay King; Robert Reece & Glorybound Quartet; Vonda Easley & Hope’s Journey; Linda Foster and Christie Bryant for donating their time to perform and minister. We’re going to do our best to make a difference in the lives of this family. Will you help us?

COUNTRY MUSIC STARS REACT TO PASSING OF LITTLE JIMMY DICKENS

Nashville, Tenn. (January 3, 2015) - The country music industry is in mourning following the death of the iconic and beloved Little Jimmy Dickens. Dickens passed away yesterday at the age of 94.

"I have known Little Jimmy Dickens for 60 years. Little Jimmy Dickens was a little man with a big heart and the best entertainer that ever stepped on the Opry stage. Keep em laughin, Tater."
-Mel Tillis

"Little Jimmy Dickens was one of the greatest entertainers I ever knew. His country charm, sharp wit, and graciousness made him a star that everyone wanted to meet. I'll miss him very much."
-Ricky Skaggs

"Pound for pound, inch for inch, 'Tater,' he loved for us to call him 'Tater' after his big hit, 'TAKE AN OLD COLD TATER AND WAIT,' was the GREATEST ENTERTAINER in the history of the world. PERIOD!! And he was a nice man. What else can I say. I loved him and will miss him."
-Larry Gatlin

"He could give any entertainer on that stage a run for his money when it came to charming the audience. He was hilarious and a classic. It's just never gonna be the same."
-Pam Tillis

"One of the greatest things I've passed down to my boys was my friendship with Little Jimmy Dickens. We will miss him."
-Aaron Tippin

"I loved Little Jimmy Dickens. He was always such a nice, nice man to me since the first time I ever met him and I think a lot of us in the industry are going to really miss him. He was a friend to all of us. God Bless him."
-Sammy Kershaw

"This great man asked me for a picture and an autograph the first time we played the Opry. I was shocked. I know the world will feel this loss. God Bless!"
-Doug Gray / The Marshall Tucker Band

"Little Jimmy Dickens was an American original, the likes of which we will never see again. We'll miss him and his talent very much."
-The Bellamy Brothers

"There are no words to express what this does to our music community. We are honored to have shared the stage and smiles with the greatest Opry performer of all time."
-Larry Stewart / Restless Heart

"Little Jimmy Dickens was a giant in the world we call country music. A patriarch. One who stood among the legends and cast a great shadow as an entertainer. He will be greatly missed. He truly was Mighty Mouse in a rhinestone suit. Rest in Peace, Tater."
-Marty Raybon / Shenandoah

"It takes a mighty BIG person to laugh at yourself and invite others to laugh along with you. Little Jimmy made a career out of that. Of all the different art forms, nothing can compete with a good laugh. Thank you for that Jimmy and rest in peace little buddy."
-Billy Dean

"Country music and the Opry has lost a true living legend but Heaven has gained one of the funniest, sweetest, and kindest, talented spirits to ever grace its streets."
-Jeff Bates

Fiddle Player Has Nashville's First New Years Baby

HIGHROADIII's Anna Grace Shideler Has Baby Girl

Nashville, Tenn (January 2, 2015) Is there any better way to kick off the New Year than to have a beautiful baby girl? While everyone may not celebrate the New Year this way, that's exactly what Nathan and Anna Grace Shideler did to start 2015.

Emily Joy Shideler came into this world on January 1st, 2015 at 3:09AM in Nashville, TN. Weighing 6 lbs 11oz and 18 inches long Emily Joy made more than a little excitement for everyone around.

It would seem that Emily Joy's parents became so bored at watching their favorite team, Georgia Tech getting beat by Mississppi State in a New Years Eve Orange Bowl Football game that Anna Grace Shideler's water broke in the third quarter.

Anna Grace's water broke around 9:30PM, but around 2:30AM they decided to get to the hospital. At 3:09AM little Emily Joy was born. That was perfect timing.

Emily Joy was the first baby born in Nashville for the year 2015, so most of the Television news crews showed up to cover the story.

With lots of cameras in the room, Anna Grace stated "News Channel 5, News Channel 4, Fox 17 News, and The Tennessean have all stopped by to get some pictures and video of our little treasure. She has had quite the first day of life!”.

Anna Grace sings and plays fiddle for the very popular Gospel group HIGHROADIII. With the group off for a Christmas break Emily Joy chose the perfect time to make her entrance to the group.

HIGHROADIII group member Kiley Phillips commented, "I'm so happy for Anna Grace and Nathan and cannot wait to meet their sweet little girl. She is already so loved by so many and her parents will be some of the best.”

Sarah Davison, singer and keyboard player for HIGHROADIII, said, "We couldn't be more excited for Anna Grace and her husband Nathan! Emily Joy is sure to be a joy to us all and we can't wait to spoil her rotten! God is so good.”


You can learn more about HIGHROADIII by going to http://www.highroadmusic.com or https://www.facebook.com/HIGHROAD3 . You can reach them by Twitter at https://twitter.com/highroadmusic .
For booking contact highroadmusic@gmail.com .
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About HIGHROADIII
In a world where conformity is king and following the crowd is practically a survival instinct, the women of HIGHROADIII, an award-winning Appalachian gospel group from Nashville who just happen to be the best of friends too, have always preferred the road less traveled.
And so it’s fitting that the trio’s new album, which also features the girls’ inventive instrumentation, would bear the same name. Filled with the beautiful, haunting melodies and vocals that have been the group’s hallmark, Sarah Davison, Anna Grace Shideler and Kiley Phillips, all graduates of Belmont University’s prestigious School of Music, feel the songs from The Road Less Traveled reflect their personal journey of being set apart.

McCray Dove Announces Reformation of Dove Brothers

McCray Dove announces the launching of his solo career beginning December 31, 2014. McCray states that he will still be traveling as McCray Dove and The Dove Brothers Band. The Band will still sing harmony, with McCray as lead vocalist and they will continue to travel with the live band. There are a lot of exciting things in the works.

McCray adds,
I have enjoyed singing in a quartet. In my 27 years of singing professionally I've traveled with some very talented men. There will always be a special place in my heart for quartet singing.
I would like to thank every member that has walked out on the stage with me and helped to further my career. Life changes and so does your heart. I have been debating this move for quite some time. I have songs that I want to write and songs to sing. I want to share what I feel and this is the way I feel I need to do it. I ask that you keep me and the band in your prayers. When we come to your town come be with us!
McCray recently added the following on Facebook, December 3/14:
I've had a lot of phone calls and emails wanting to know if I'm going solo or trio or will I still have the band ! So I'm gonna try to explain it the best I can ! McCray Dove will be singing LEAD and playing Keyboard Bass and Piano ! Mike Salley will be Singing Baritone and playing Steel Guitar, Lead Guitar, Banjo and Dobro ! Devin Dove will be singing Tenor and playing the Drums ! I hope this explains it ! More exciting news will be announced at the first of the year ! I am excited about the sound we have and that we are a true BAND in other words no tracks ! Live singing and live instrumentation ! Come see and hear The McCray Dove Band when we perform in your town !


Go to www.dovebrothersband.com for booking information.

THE CHUCK WAGON GANG RELEASES NEW VIDEO ON YOUTUBE

Current radio single/video also included in upcoming documentary
Franklin, TN (November 24, 2014) — The Chuck Wagon Gang’s new video of their current radio single, ‘His Love Will Lead Us On,’ is now available on YouTube. This is the first single from their New Haven Records CD, ‘Meeting In Heaven: The Chuck Wagon Gang Sings the Songs of Marty Stuart’ which is now available at retail.
“This is a timely song, and the lyrics are relatable to the current events in our world. Our prayer is that this song and video will bring hope to thousands and thousands of people” said Shaye Smith, alto singer and manager of The Chuck Wagon Gang.
Ken Harding, president of New Haven Records comments, “For three quarters of a century, The Chuck Wagon Gang has touched countless lives through their timeless lyrics and matchless harmonies. We believe in their legacy and are proud of their new CD and DVD and honored to have them as an artist at New Haven Records.”
This video was shot by world-renowned photographer Jack Spencer and features one of many songs on their upcoming DVD documentary, America’s Gospel Singers, The Legacy Lives On.
The DVD chronicles the history of the group, sharing their stories through rare family photographs, poignant personal stories, old recordings and new live performances. In addition to Marty Stuart and the Chuck Wagon Gang, the DVD features special appearances by Connie Smith, Merle Haggard, Eddie Stubbs, Dan Rather, Duane Allen of the Oak Ridge Boys and Charlie Daniels.
Click the link below to view the video:
http://youtu.be/rHXpyfdDPKI
You can find more information about the Chuck Wagon Gang by going to http://www.thechuckwagongang.net

CLASSIC ARTISTS RECORDS and PINE RIDGE BOYS ANNOUCE PARTNERSHIP

Classic Artists Records, LLC and the PINE RIDGE BOYS announce an exclusive partnership that covers recording, promotion and artist development. This partnership is an extension of friendships that have spanned over 30 years.
In the 1963, the Pine Ridge Boys began a journey that is still going strong today. Jim Stewart, Wayne Shuford, Charles Burke and Miles Cooper made it their mission to sing quartet gospel music and to do it right. 51 years later their mission is still the same, if not more so.
Today, bass singer Larry Stewart (Jim Stewart’s son) now carries on the tradition with Wayne Shuford (original member) singing baritone. While Ivory Luke sings the tenor with Duane Rizzo handling the lead vocals.
The Pine Ridge Boys are known for a rich quartet sound that captivates an audience. Quartet arrangements that share the true heritage of southern gospel music are complimented by harmony that is considered a lost musical art-form. From an old convention song to a heart stirring gospel ballad, the Pine Ridge Boys stage gospel music with excitement, passion and a mission to reach people with a positive message in every song and appearance.
A full-time touring music ministry, the Pine Ridge Boys is experiencing a renewed interest in their music. Once you attend a concert, you will truly know why the Pine Ridge Boys are STILL ENJOYING THE JOURNEY!
Pine Ridge Boys owner, Larry Stewart shares, “This is one relationship that I know is good for the Pine Ridge Boys, Classic Artists and gospel music. We are a true quartet that loves the classic quartet sound. Singing the old and new songs just makes for a great Pine Ridge Boys experience for gospel music fans. We have been friends with Charlie for over 30 years and are excited at the potential we have together to expand our music, the message and create a positive gospel music experience.”
Charlie Griffin says, “I am really excited at the opportunities we have together. The Pine Ridge Boys are truly a rare gem in southern gospel music. Pure class on stage and off, they are the real deal. The Pine Ridge has repackaged their STILL ENJOYING THE JOURNEY cd under the Classic Artists label. But, more importantly they are in the studio now with the talented producer and arranger Art Bain working on a new project for release in early 2015. It is going to be a great addition to gospel music enthusiasts everywhere.”
With Classic Artists Records, The Pine Ridge Boys will be more focused on building lasting relationships with gospel music fans, promoters, pastors and being available for media. There will be an increased emphasis on conventional, internet and pay on demand radio and TV. The Pine Ridge has an interactive website and look to be engaged with gospel music fans with various internet promotions and projects. The future is indeed bright for the Pine Ridge Boys and Classic Artists Records.

Harmony Road TV Produces Original Christmas Special

Artists include Randy and Sheri Miller, Canaan’s Crossing and John R. Bowman
Signal Mountain, TN Recently several award winning gospel and bluegrass singers and musicians gathered in a cabin in Monteagle, Tennessee to perform on “A Harmony Road Christmas”, the program’s original Christmas production for 2014. The episode will contain classic and newer Christmas songs, personal Christmas memories and a special reading of the Christmas Story, from the Book of Luke by program host Les Butler.
“It was a special day inside the cabin at Jim Oliver’s Smokehouse in Monteagle. The music and spirit were great as these wonderful musicians and singers performed for the taping of “It’s a Harmony Road Christmas” said Roger Spears, program producer. “We had planned to produce an acoustic program with an “Americana” feel and we weren’t disappointed. Canaan’s Crossing, John Bowman with guest Troy Engle, and Randy and Sheri Miller proved why they are considered top performers, but even more importantly, dedicated Christians with the desire to reach people through their music”, he concluded.
“Les Butler’s hosting and his beautiful reading of the Christmas Story will round out an entertaining and inspirational program” added Spears.
Tim Maze of Canaan’s Crossing added “To be in thousands of homes to celebrate the Christmas season is such an honor and blessing. Our thanks to Harmony Road for asking us to be a part of this great event”.
Allan Rhodes of Rhodes Media Center and Harmony Road Productions was technical director for the production, providing camera work and production. Bill Lord from Nashville, Tennessee assisted with audio and Jim Oliver’s Smokehouse added location assistance and hospitality services.
Now available to over 80 million television homes across the country in addition to online streaming, ROKU, mobile app and more, Harmony Road is a weekly southern gospel television program hosted by Singing News, Butler Music Group and Solid Gospel Radio veteran Les Butler.
Information on Harmony Road, Its affiliates and time slots can be found at www.harmonyroadtv.com. Viewers can also interact with the program on Facebook at Harmony Road TV and on twitter @harmonyroadtv.
Harmony Road is produced and distributed by Harmony Road Productions and features the best in Southern Gospel music and video. It can be found each week on The Heartland Network, The NRB Network (including DirecTV, streaming and mobile app), WATC57 in Atlanta, WGNM-TV in Macon, WYBU-TV in Columbus, GA/Phoenix City, AL. Also find the program on the WALKtv network (including ROKU), Harmony Gospel in Greeneville, SC, DCT3in Middle Tennessee, TV24 in Anniston/Gadsden, Charter Cable in Clarksville, Cookeville/Crossville, Sevier County, Lebanon and Jackson, TN and WMJN29 in Decatur/Athens/Cullman, AL. Harmony Road has recently added affiliates www.bbntv.org, where the program will be streamed online several times a week.
Affiliates have also been added in Jackson, TN, Beaumont, TX, and Harrogate, TN.
Allan Rhodes of Rhodes Media Center is the programs technical director.

THE ROYS Win Fourth Consecutive Inspirational Country Music's Bluegrass Artist of the Year Award

The Roys

Nashville, TN  – Brother/sister duo THE ROYSwon theBluegrass Artist of the Yearaward for the fourth consecutive year at last night’s 20thAnnual ICM Faith, Family & Country™Awards show.  “Truly humbled once again,” noted Elaine of the honor.  “We thank the Lord Jesus and Mom and Dad,” added Lee.  Following their acceptance of the award, THE ROYS delivered a stellar version of the poignant“Mended Wings”from THE VIEW,their fourth Rural Rhythm Records’ release.  The disc hit stores in September, debuted at #2 on the Billboard Top 10 Bluegrass Albums chart, and generated a #1 single with“No More Lonely” on theBluegrass Today Weekly Airplay Chart.

The popular Bluegrassers were previously honored with the following ICM Awards: 2013,2012 & 2011 Bluegrass Artist of the Year; 2012 #1 Inspirational Country Single (“I Wonder What God’s Thinking”), and the 2010 & 2009 Duo of the Year.

The star-studded 2014 Awards show was hosted by legendary entertainer Ray Stevens and Megan Alexander of Inside Edition, and was taped for future broadcast across multiple outlets.  Performances by Rhonda Vincent; American Idol finalist and BMG recording artist Danny Gokey; Grand Ole Opry member John Conlee; CMA award-winner John Berry, and Curb recording artists Sweetwater Rain and Rachel Holder made for an outstanding evening of music.

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MUSIC Mansion Channel Available On Roku

Franklin, TN (Mansion Entertainment) October 28th, 2014 - Mansion Entertainment has revamped and relaunched its Roku channel featuring Southern Gospel, Christian Country and Bluegrass Gospel music programming as MUSIC Mansion.

MUSIC Mansion is now available on Roku devices featuring Gospel Music content, programs, artist interviews, comedy and special features. Roku viewers can locate the MUSIC Mansion channel in the 'Religion & Spirituality' category on Roku.

The Roku streaming player is the market leader in streaming entertainment devices for the TV with over 10 million units sold. With over 1,000's of channels available on Roku, one of the faster growing channel categories is the Religion & Spirituality category. Roku devices are sold in most major retail outlets and are popular due to their simplicity and easy to use features.

The focus of the MUSIC Mansion channel is to provide positive and inspiring music oriented content for its viewers. Viewers will find both current and classic music programming. For more information on the MUSIC Mansion channel and how to locate it on your Roku device, visit www.themansionentertainment.com.

Bev McCann and Friends Promote Concert Supporting Sunday Mornin' Country

Nashville, TN (March 21, 2014) Long time Gospel music enthusiast Bev McCann and Friends will be promoting a Gospel concert on March 30th at 6PM at the Family Worship Center in Murfreesboro, TN.

The concert is to support and bring attention to the Annual Sunday Morning Country concert.

The Music City Christian Fellowship has been presenting this concert for years as an attempt to bring attention to the number of Christian artists in Country music. In June 1980, a group of Country Music artists and musicians wanted to honor God with the talents He had given them by sharing their songs and personal stories of faith. They came together in prayer and fellowship. They decided to have "A singin', prayin' get-together" for the Country Music fans during the annual Country Music Fan Fair Celebration (currently known as CMA Music Festival). Some 40-50 singers, musicians, writers, producers, promoters, etc. were involved in the first "Sunday Mornin' Country”. The event was so well received that the group organized to do similar ministries all year long.

As a prelude to the Sunday Mornin', Bev McCann and Friends are giving you a sample of the talent that will be performing. Bev is bringing together some great country sounds with Special Guest Tim Lovelace (Host, singer, and comedian for the Music city Show) along with the Blue Jean Band backing such artists as the Positive Cowboy – Jim Sheldon, Country/Gospel duo Campbell and Rowley, Rachel Taylor, and of course host Bev McCann.

For information about the concert call 615-893-0968.



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About Bev McCann and Friends
Bev McCann loves to sing and travel sharing God's Love with everyone she comes in contact with. She is a Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Artist and Songwriter and Minister. She has been singing and traveling for several years now and loving every minute of it. She works with Godsey and Associates as the Director of Artist Relations. Bev's Friends include the likes of Jim Sheldon, Campbell and Crowley along with Rachel Taylor. All are artists that she manages, books and in general takes care of them.

SHARRON KAY CHARTS AGAIN

Singer/songwriter from Georgia, Sharron Kay King’s latest single, “THIS STORY OF MY LIFE,” debuts at #46 on the April Singing News Top 80. Produced by Mike Pillow and Sharron Kay, her latest single was sent to radio on Patterson Promotions, VOL 13. With honesty and sincerity she sings, “With His blood He erased all my mistakes, Chapters stained with sin are forgotten by His grace”
Sharron shares, “I feel the call to be an encourager. I have a burden to reach out to those that have given up. My desire is to share my story with those who feel that no one cares.”
Recently, Sharron was voted as 2013 ICGMA Horizon Female Artist of The Year. She has also received various recognitions including nominations by Singing News, Diamond Awards, Absolutely Gospel and SGM Fan Fare Awards.
“We are honored to work with our friend and client, Sharron Kay King. She will sing her way right into your heart if you let her,” says Pauline Patterson of Patterson Promotions.”
For booking contact Sharron at 765-993-6986
NEW Website: www.sharronkay.com
Email: Songsofsharron@aol.com