Shellem Cline Scores First Top Five Hit

After making a splash with his hit single “Dinner With Jesus,” Shellem Cline has marched just a little further with his first top five hit of his career. Cline’s new single “That Saving Song” has soared up the chart and currently sits at number three on the SGN Scoops national chart.
One DJ from Kentucky said,”This song is gonna go places; my listeners love it and I get calls everyday for it, it’s a song that can really get a hold of a Christian’s heart.”
Cline stated that the song has become a fan favorite and he is getting requests for it at nearly every venue he performs.
To hear “That Saving Song” or to learn more about the ministry of Shellem Cline, visit his website at www.shellemcline.com.

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.
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SHELLEM CLINE RELEASES NEW SINGLE

Award winning singer and songwriter Shellem Cline, has released a new radio single entitled “That Saving Song.” The new tune comes on the heels of Shellem’s biggest hit “Dinner With Jesus” that soared to number 6 on the SGN scoops chart. Many Dj’s within the Southern Gospel Community are already saying this new tune has the ability to become an even bigger hit for Cline in the upcoming months. Cline stated when asked about the new single “I am so excited about this new tune. It’s a song that really hits home with me and the minute I heard it, I wanted to sing it.” Many stations across the United States have already began airing the song and the tune is already gaining national attention on Southern Gospel charts. For more information on the ministry of Shellem Cline or to hear the new single “That Saving Song” visit www.shellemcline.com.

Gospel Music Today For January 12th On SGNScoops.com

The members of The Bowling Family are the guests on Gospel Music Today for the week of January 12. Ken and Jean Grady host southern gospel news and concert updates. The Feature Group is The Carolina Boys Quartet, and Jean reviews new recordings by Natalie Cromwell and Jeff Stice. An article from Singing News Magazine is the subject of this week’s News Notes. The show features exclusive video of The Diplomats, recorded by Gospel Music Today’s cameras in Joplin, MO, and a visit to the Gospel Music Today Archives for an exclusive concert video of The McCray Dove Band at the Owasso Gospel Opry in Owasso, OK.
The show is on KWHB TV47 in Oklahoma every Sunday at 4:30 PM, and on Roku on FFE TV Monday at 8:00 PM and AllNations TV Tuesday and Wednesday at 6:30 PM. Check local TV schedule for Beaumont, TX, Tyler, TX. Atlanta, TX, and Morrilton, AR. The current edition of Gospel Music Today is online now at the Gospel Music Today website, www.gospelmusictoday.com. Or on SGN Scoops here

New Jim Brady Trio Cover Story of SGN Scoops January Edition

Happy New Year from all of us at SGNScoops Magazine! We invite you to begin anew with our January edition filled with new beginnings. We present the new Jim Brady Trio as our cover story and invite you to get to know Jim, Melissa and Tim a little better.
Paul Lancaster is also beginning anew with The Booth Brothers and candidly shares with Craig Harris what this fresh start means to him. Paige Givens talks to another artist recently beginning again: Jay Parrack and his group Vocal Event. Also, the Bowling Family has had some new additions as highlighted by Candi Combs. You won’t want to miss any of these features!
This edition also includes stories on The Guardians by Tina Wakefield, Michaela Brown by Erin Stevens and DJ Doug Ford by Vonda Easley.
Don’t miss articles by Lou Wills Hildreth, David Staton, Dean Adkins, Jeff Steele, Sherry Anne, Dusty Wells and Kelly Nelon Clark.
The Pastors Corner welcomes Steve Bedard, Sandi Duncan Clark brings us New Music Reviews and Rob Patz has a lot to look forward to in his Publisher’s Point.
All this and more in the January Scoops! Thanks for reading and sharing with your friends and family. We hope we will encourage, inspire, entertain and educate; but most of all we hope that you will find the love of Jesus in our pages. Questions? Comments? Write to our editor at lorraine@sgnscoops.com.
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Don't Miss The November Issue Of SGN Scoops

It’s November and we are thrilled to present the latest edition of SGNScoops for you to read and enjoy. Creekside Gospel Music Convention was a blast and we have lots of pictorial coverage in these pages, as well as on the fabulous front cover. Inside we have an update on the event with a list of the Diamond Award winners and so much more. We say an extra thank you to all of those who went above and beyond to help make Creekside the best ever. If we were to make a list, we might leave someone out, so to each and every one of you: we are so grateful to have you as part of our team.
Thanks to our artists for brightening our pages this month! Featured guests for November are: Soul’d Out, Tim Parton, Melanie Walker, the LeFevre Quartet, Triumphant, Hannah Webb, Canaan’s Crossing, Sherry Anne, the Jordan Family, Quinton Mills and DJ Ron Foster.
Thanksgiving is quickly approaching and you will find several articles with different views on this holiday. We appreciate all of our artists for contributing what they are thankful for and also their favorite holiday food!
Our monthly devotional writers are back with more insights, as well as a new column entitled “Pastor’s Corner”. This month we welcome Music Pastor, Terry Snyder.
Since this is the month of giving thanks, we would like to thank all of our current authors that spend so much of their time and talents on SGN Scoops. Special thanks to Candi Combs, Chris Clay, Craig Harris, Dan Duncan, Dean Adkins, Dixie Phillips, Erin Stevens, Hannah Webb, Jennifer Campbell, Laura Kennedy, Lynn Mills, Marcie Gray, Paige Givens, Scott Rhoades, Tina Wakefield, Robert York, Sandi Duncan Clark and Vonda Easley. There are others who contribute in other ways and we are thankful to you as well: Vivian Belknap, Michelle Drummond and Bev Byrd.
We so appreciate all of our columnists, including Lou Wills Hildreth, David Staton, Laurette Willis, Jeff Steele, Kelly Nelon Clark and Sherry Anne.
SGN Scoops would look really dull without the artistic team of Stephanie Kelley and Staci and Pete Schwager. Joan Walker makes sure all of our i’s are dotted and our t’s are crossed. Lorraine Walker as acting editor pulls it all together. And of course, SGN Scoops’ Publisher Rob Patz keeps us all focused and enthusiastic about the future of the magazine. And SGN Scoops would not exist without our founder, Dr. Allen Smith.
Above all we give thanks to our Lord Jesus Christ, for Whom we give our gifts and to Whom we give all praise and thanksgiving.
Happy Thanksgiving!
For download information and online magazine go to the SGN Scoops website here.

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Karen Peck and New River Win Five Diamond Awards

Dalhonega, GA (November 5, 2014) Karen Peck and New River added more awards to their mantle last night as they captured five Diamond Awards in Pigeon Forge, TN. The added awards include:

MIXED GROUP OF THE YEAR, SONG OF THE YEAR, ALBUM OF THE YEAR, FEMALE SOLOIST OF THE YEAR and TRIO OF THE YEAR.

Karen stated, "We are so thankful to The Lord for this season in our ministry. We started the year off declaring REVIVAL all around this country. The Lord continues to show us His faithfulness. If one person is touched by something we say or sing, then it's worth every mile that we travel. These awards are special 'nuggets' of encouragement to keep doing what we're doing. We are incredibly grateful to everyone who voted for us.”

She continued saying "A special thanks to Rob Patz and SGN Scoops, Daywind Records, producer Wayne Haun, all of the songwriters (Kenna West and Don Poythress co-writers of 'Revival'), Southern Gospel radio, AG Publicity, and The Harper Agency. It is a tremendous blessing to be a part of a great team of hard working people who are eager to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ.”

"We were so honored to win 5 Diamond Awards last night. I would like to thank everyone for your prayers and support." Susan Peck Jackson

"Last night was such a blessing to be at the Diamond Awards. We thank the Lord for newness this year, things that are fresh and new. Thanks to everyone who voted, and may God reveal new things for all of us to be thankful for this year.” stated Jeff Hawes

To learn more about Karen Peck go to http://www.karenpeckandnewriver.com or https://www.facebook.com/pages/Karen-Peck-and-New-River. You can Twitter her at https://twitter.com/karenpeckgooch .

Karen Peck and New River are booked by The Harper Agency. Contact them at http://www.harperagency.com or by E-mail atinfo@harperagency.com .

2014 Diamond Award Winners Announced At Creekside Gospel Music Convention

Pigeon Forge, TN.(November 5, 2014) – SGN Scoops and Creekside Gospel Music Convention was proud to present the 2014 Diamond Awards on Tuesday, November 4, 2014 at the Smoky Mountain Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. The gala celebration was hosted by Tim Lovelace and included appearances by The Blackwoods,  Karen Peck and New River, the Dixie Melody Boys, the Freemans and many others. The evening was also filmed by WATC, Channel 57 of Atlanta, Georgia, to be aired/streamed at a later date.

The big winners of the night were Karen Peck and New River, who were honored with Song Of The Year, Album Of The Year, Mixed Group Of The Year and Trio Of The Year. Karen Peck Gooch was the 2014 Female Artist Of The Year.

Ken and Jean Grady of Gospel Music Today were award winners and Jean also contributed to the planning of the program. “It was a Southern Gospel star-studded night in Pigeon Forge at the Creekside Gospel Music Convention Diamond Awards. What a blessing to see so many artists and friends for the annual Awards show.  Although it was a lot of work, it was well worth it as the artists sang and the artists and industry professionals received their awards.”

Rob Patz, CEO of Coastal Media Group and publisher of SGNScoops, commented, “The Diamond

Awards are always a special time of honoring the Gospel artists that fill our world with the music we love,” said Patz. “It’s great to take this opportunity to thank them and to be able to share the ceremony with fans across the nation and the world by internet. We are grateful to Tim Lovelace, our special musical guests and to WATC for  recording the Diamond Awards. We had a great time at the ceremony and we hope everyone will tune in and watch!”

“What an awesome night at the Diamond Awards at Creekside Gospel Music Convention 2014. What a blessing to be a part of such a great event!” said Vonda Easley, from Strictly Southern With Vonda Easley. Vonda is also a vocalist with Hope's Journey and part of the SGN Scoops staff. “The music was amazing and the winners were deserving. I loved it!”

Jonathan Edwards, from Faith’s Journey, is part of the Creekside crew and the voice of SGN Scoops Radio. He stated, “I am always thrilled at the amount of talent that is featured on the Diamond Award program and this year was no different. I am thankful for the opportunity to be a small part of this special event.”

Lorraine Walker, acting editor of SGN Scoops digital magazine, was unable to be present but noted that a lot of work goes into the planning and execution of the Diamond Awards. "Many people have contributed to this year's Diamond Awards event and I am thrilled that it was such a beautiful night. My thanks to the volunteers and staff of Creekside and SGN Scoops for making the Diamond Awards an exceptional evening. Congratulations to each of the very deserving winners!"

Karen Peck and New River
with Rob Patz

The 2014 Diamond Award Winners Are:

J.D. SUMNER LIVING LEGEND AWARD: Ed O’Neal

MIXED GROUP OF THE YEAR: Karen Peck and New River

QUARTET OF THE YEAR: Brian Free and Assurance

TRIO OF THE YEAR: Karen Peck and New River

DUET OF THE YEAR: Aaron and Amanda Crabb

FEMALE SOLOIST OF THE YEAR: Karen Peck Gooch

MALE SOLOIST OF THE YEAR: Jason Crabb

SUNRISE AWARD: 11^th Hour

SONG OF THE YEAR: Revival – Karen Peck and New River

ALBUM OF THE YEAR: Revival – Karen Peck and New River

CHRISTIAN COUNTRY GROUP OF THE YEAR: The Freemans

CHRISTIAN COUNTRY FEMALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR: Christy Sutherland

CHRISTIAN COUNTRY ALBUM OF THE YEAR: James and Jeff Easter – Like Father, Like Son

ANTHONY BURGER INSTRUMENTALIST OF THE YEAR: Gordon Mote

DOTTIE RAMBO SONGWRITER OF THE YEAR: Jeff Steele

Ed O'Neal receiving the J.D. Sumner
Living Legend Award

BLUEGRASS GOSPEL ARTIST OF THE YEAR: Doyle Lawson and Quick Silver

VIDEO/DVD OF THE YEAR: Lead Me Home – The Freemans

FAVORITE ARTIST WEBSITE: LeFevre Quartet

FAVORITE INDUSTRY WEBSITE: Gospel Music Today

PAUL HEIL AWARD (Broadcasting): Ken and Jean Grady- Gospel Music Today

CHRISTIAN COUNTRY MALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR: Jason Crabb

LOU HILDRETH AWARD: Tim Lovelace

PUBLISHER’S CHOICE AWARD: Donna Blackwood

Creekside Gospel Music Convention is being held at the Smokey Mountain Convention Center, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee from November 3^rd through 6^th, 2014. The CGMC is presented by SGN Scoops and Coastal Media Group at Pigeon Forge and is the home of The Diamond Awards and other special events. For more information on Creekside Gospel Music Convention visit http://www.creeksidegospelmusicconvention.com/

About SGNScoops: SGNScoops Digital is a fully-downloadable monthly magazine that exists to promote the gospel by unveiling what is intriguing and real about Southern Gospel and Christian Country music. SGNScoops offers music news and views as well as concert and book reviews, inspirational articles and features reaching beyond our gospel music world. SGNScoops is the home of the Diamond Awards, a fan-based annual awards program recognizing the best in Southern Gospel and Christian Country music.  SGN Scoops is always digital, always free. For more information: http://www.sgnscoops.com/

Creekside Gospel Music Convention Begins!

Pigeon Forge, Tennessee (November 3, 2014) – Creekside Gospel Music Convention officially begins this evening at 5:30pm. Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, welcomes Gospel music artists from across the United States for four days, November 3-6, at the Smoky Mountain Convention Center pictured above. The Exhibit Hall opens at 4:00pm, evening concert begins at 5:30 and the Willie Wynn Bash begins at 8:00pm.

Set-up is happening even as we post this update, with artists arriving at the Convention Center and booths springing up in the Exhibit Hall. Artists, volunteers and SGN Scoops staff are excited about the beginning of Creekside and looking forward to some terrific music, fellowship and fun during this week.

There are still a few tickets at the door, so if you are in the area, please come over to the Smoky Mountain Convention Center. For more information on Creekside, visit http://www.creeksidegospelmusicconvention.com/

Bring The Entire Family For The Red Back Hymn Book Choir

Pigeon Forge, TN (October 19, 2014) - SGN Scoops and Coastal Media Group are thrilled to announce that on Wednesday, November 5, 2014, Creekside Gospel Music Convention will host their artists` Red Back Hymn Book Choir! At 5:00pm on Wednesday afternoon, a choir of artists will fill the auditorium of the Smoky Mountain Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee with the melodic sounds of favorite hymns.

Creekside welcomes the combined voices of artists singing the old hymns and welcomes all those who appreciate the Red Back songs to the third night of the Convention. Pigeon Forge is an easy drive from many States and Creekside anticipates a full house on Wednesday night.

To ensure your seat for this popular presentation, visit the Creekside website Here and reserve your FREE tickets HERE today for the Red Back Hymnal Choir evening of song

Come To Pigeon Forge For Creekside Gospel Music Convention

Pigeon Forge, TN  (October 20, 2014) – The 2014 Creekside Gospel Music Convention is just a few weeks away and Coastal Media Group has been working hard to present another great week of Gospel music. On November 3^rd through 6^th, artists and fans from across the country will head to the Smoky Mountain Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee for evening concerts, daily matinee presentations and much more.

Little Willie Wynn along with Woody Wright and all their friends will appear for a “Bash” on Monday night. Tuesday night, SGN Scoops will host their 2014 Diamond Awards ceremony, highlighting the best in Southern, Country and Bluegrass Gospel. Wednesday night, special features include the popular Red Back Hymnal Artist Choir at 5:00pm and the special CD release party for The Kramers at 8:00pm. Thursday night, Creekside will host their closing ceremonies.

Each day of the event there will be Chapel Services as well as Concert Matinees. Creekside will welcome artists such as The Freemans, The Steeles, The Williamsons and many more. Best of all, the tickets are free for each event.

“Smoky Mountain Resorts and the Smoky Mountain Convention Center are thrilled to host Creekside Gospel Music Convention for the 3^rd time in 2014,” says Pete Smith. “Gospel Music is really growing in popularity and particularly in the Smoky Mountain Area. There is just something about being in the pristine mountains and hearing great gospel music that compliment each other. It is definitely a favorite for the guests and our staff as well.  We have to remind our staff that they are working during the event, because the music is so uplifting. Most importantly it allows our community the opportunity to thank God for the gift of the Smoky Mountains.”

Rob Patz, CEO of Coastal Media Group and publisher of SGNScoops, commented, “We are happy to be returning to the Smoky Mountain Convention Center with Creekside 2014. It is going to be a great time of music, fun and fellowship. I love this area because we are so close to the Smoky Mountains during the fall, when God strokes His paintbrush over the trees and shows us the beauty of nature in a special way. Combine that beauty with terrific Gospel music and you have an unbeatable combination.” Patz adds, “We are also very grateful to Pete and all of his staff for always treating us with such great hospitality. We so appreciate all they do to welcome us and make us feel special!”

The Creekside Gospel Music Convention will be presented on November 3^rd through 6th at the Smoky Mountain Convention Center, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Tickets for this event are free but must be reserved at http://www.creeksidegospelmusicconvention.com/ . Special room rates are available onsite and can be reserved by phone at: 1-800-223-6707 or local call 865-908-3015. For more information regarding the 2014 Creekside Gospel Music Convention, please email Rob Patz at rob@sgnscoops.com .

Quartet of the Year Nominees for the 2014 Diamond Awards

This year’s Diamond Awards will be held at Creekside Gospel Music Convention at Pigeon Forge on November 3rd through 6th. The Diamond Awards recognize the best in Southern, Country and Bluegrass Christian music and are hosted by SGNScoops digital magazine and Coastal Media Group.

Tim Lovelace and Rob Patz

Tim Lovelace returns as the lively host for the Awards show, so you know it will be blast!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 Quartet Of The Year, defined as a traditional group with four-part harmony.
Last year, we were happy to award Ernie Haase and Signature Sound as winners of this title.

Ernie Haase and Signature Sound at NQC 2014 courtesy Candace Combs

The 2014 Nominees for Quartet Of The Year are:
Gaither Vocal Band
Brian Free And Assurance
Ernie Haase and Signature Sound
The LeFevre Quartet
Gold City

The Diamond Awards are swiftly approaching. Reserve your free tickets today!

2014 Diamond Award Nominations

SGN Scoops would like to thank you for taking the time to nominate your favorite artists for the 2014 Diamond Awards! We had more people than ever sign on to the nominations survey and for that we thank you. The more people that have their voice heard, the more the winners will reflect the preferences of all of our readers!

I have now a second favor to ask. Would you please take a moment and review the nominated artists and then pick your favorites out of the Top Ten. You can choose up to three names in each category!

Thank you for taking the time to let us know who you would like to receive the 2014 Diamond Awards. We value your choices and we value you! The 2014 Diamond Award survey can be found at http://www.sgnscoops.com/2014/04/04/2014-diamond-awards-top-10/

Don't forget to make your plans to attend the Diamond Awards gala event at the 2014 Creekside Gospel Music Convention, November 3 - 6, 2014, in beautiful Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. We would love to have you join us for this unique event! For more information, go to: http://www.creeksidegospelmusicconvention.com/

SGN Scoops Extends Creekside Gospel Music Convention

Pigeon Forge, TN (February 12, 2014) - Coastal Media and SGN Scoops Digital Magazine have announced an exciting new addition to 2014 Creekside Gospel Music Convention. Creekside is being extended by another day to enable the inclusion of more artists, events and fellowship that Convention attendees have enjoyed over the past two years.

Jonathan Edwards of SGN Scoops Radio and trio Faith's Journey, says, "Working back stage with the artists of this great event, I am thrilled that the demand to be apart of this event has allowed us to expand to a fourth day. With the extra day, there are more of your favorite groups to hear as well as always a surprise around the corner!"

"I have to say I'm very proud of what we're accomplishing with the Creekside Gospel Music Convention," says Rhonda Frye, Editor of SGN Scoops. "Our event has become a meeting place for friendships and business relationships to begin and thrive.Creekside has become a convention where artists feel they belong and are a part of something bigger than themselves. It has also been the desire of my heart to connect new artists to new fans.The best part is that we are sharing the love of Christ through song to anyone that wants to hear it- at no charge! Be a part of Creekside 2014. Unified, we can impact the world for Christ with the powerful tool of Gospel Music!"

"I'm thrilled that we are able to present even more of the wonderful music that has been onstage at Creekside," says Rob Patz, CEO of Coastal Media and Publisher of SGN Scoops. "The Convention is growing and we want to make every moment count, by presenting Jesus through the best of today's Gospel music. We want to see all of our friends at all four days of Creekside!"

Creekside Gospel Music Convention will run from November 3rd to 6th in The Smoky Mountain Convention Center, with such highlights as The 2014 Diamond Awards, Lou Hildreth's Night of Honor, Old Fashioned Gospel Singing with Artists' Choir, as well as a daily chapel service and afternoon showcases. For more information, latest news and artists scheduled to appear, visit the Creekside page on Facebook, here: https://www.facebook.com/Creeksidegospelmusicconvention . Artists wishing to participate are asked to email Rob Patz at rob@sgnscoops.com.

Tickets are free and accommodations can be reserved by phone, toll free at: 1-800-223-6707 or local call 865-908-3015. For online reservations, click onto http://www.smokymountainconventioncenter.com.

2014 Diamond Awards Nominations Concert Event

A Free Event - The SGN Scoops Diamond Awards Nomination Evening – April 3 at 7:30 pm, eastern

You won’t want to miss your opportunity to watch live and online an exciting evening of music, worship, and fun, at no cost. On April 3, 2014 at 7:30 pm, SGN Scoops Digital Magazine will announce the top 10 nominees for each category in the 2014 Diamond Awards. The SGN Scoops’ Diamond Awards Nominations will be broadcast live and online! Chapel Valley, SGN Scoops and The American Society of Gospel Music (ASGM) have underwritten the costs for this live, online broadcast, so you can watch it live online for free! All you have to do is register for the event by going to http://tinyurl.com/mar98t3



This event will be hosted by Rob Patz, CEO of Coastal Media Group; Shane Roark, co-owner of Chapel Valley; and Richard Hyssong, Marketing and Artist Director of Chapel Valley. The evening will include performances by several Chapel Valley artists, and of course the nominees for the SGN Scoops’ Diamond Awards will be announced. This free event will be broadcast on ASGM at http://www.theasgm.org/ the leader in providing live online Southern Gospel concerts.



If you have not yet voted for your favorite artist, please go to http://www.sgnscoops.com/2014-diamond-awards/ to cast your vote for your favorite artist. The SGN Scoops has reported that they have received the highest vote totals to date. This will be an incredible evening of good Southern Gospel Music, as well as an exciting night when you see and hear your favorite artist receive a nomination for a coveted SGN Scoops’ Diamond Award. Mark this date in your calendar and be sure to join us!

Creekside Gospel Music Convention Welcomes Morris Music Group

Pigeon Forge, TN (February 6, 2014) - SGN Scoops Magazine welcomes a new guest to the 2014 Creekside Gospel Music Convention this November. The three-day event in Pigeon Forge that features Gospel, Country and Bluegrass music will now feature the Morris Music Group from Alabama, an organization that is quickly growing into one of Gospel's outstanding record companies. The Morris Music Group which represents such artists as The Steeles, Eagle's Wings, Hope's Journey and Jay Parrack and Vocal Event, will be hosting a Showcase on Wednesday, November 5th, 2014.

Kelly Morris, CEO and Owner of Morris Music Group, says that MMG is thrilled to be part of Creekside this year. "We are very excited about what God is doing with Morris Music Group and can't wait to share our artists with the Creekside crowd!" says Morris. Co-owner and Director of Radio Promotions for MMG, Vonda Easley, adds, "I had the opportunity to attend Creekside in 2013 and was very impressed. Rob Patz put on a great event with some awesome, talented artists."

Rob Patz, CEO of Coastal Media Group and publisher of SGN Scoops Magazine, is happy to welcome MMG to the Creekside family. "Creekside is growing each year, creating wonderful, memorable moments and engaging fans in a fantastic three-day experience of good music and fellowship. It truly is a spiritual retreat for many, including our artists. We welcome the many fans and artists that are planning on joining us for the first time in 2014, including our friends at the Morris Music Group. It's going to be a great Convention!"

Creekside Gospel Music Convention will run from November 3rd to 5th in The Smoky Mountain Convention Center with such highlights as The 2014 Diamond Awards, Lou Hildreth's Night of Honor, Old Fashioned Gospel Singing with Artists' Choir, as well as a daily chapel service and afternoon showcases. For more information, latest news and artists scheduled to appear, visit the Creekside page on Facebook, here: https://www.facebook.com/Creeksidegospelmusicconvention . Artists wishing to participate, please email rob@sgnscoops.com.

2014 Diamond Award Nominations Are Open!

Coastal Media Group and SGNScoops is excited to announce that the 2014 Diamond Awards nomination period is open!
Everyone who enjoys Southern, Country and Bluegrass Christian music is encouraged to nominate a top artist who they feel is the finest talent in their category. The ten artists receiving the most nominations in each category will be voted upon to create a top-five artist list.
The top-five artists will then be voted upon and the artist who achieves the most votes in their category will be awarded a Diamond Award at the gala ceremony to be held at the Creekside Gospel Music Convention on November 4, 2014 at Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.

Vote here: http://www.sgnscoops.com/2014/01/13/2014-diamond-awards-nominations-2014-open/

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Coastal Media Group and SGN Scoops Announce New Syndicated Radio Show

Branson, Mo. (January 6, 2014) - Rob Patz is thrilled to announce a new addition to the Coastal Media Family. Beginning this month, Coastal Media Group will present SGN Scoops Radio, a weekly syndicated radio show hosted by Jonathan Edwards. The show will contain many of the great features you've come to love in the magazine, including the best in today's Southern, Country and Bluegrass music, artist news by SGN Scoops editor Rhonda Frye and a monthly Top 20 Countdown. SGN Scoops Radio updates will be presented on The SGN Scoops website, http://www.sgnscoops.com/.

SGN Scoops Radio host, Jonathan Edwards, has been working in radio since the age of 17 and is best known as the host of the popular Ozark Gospel Showcase show on KWFC, 89.1 FM in Springfield, Mo. "I am honored to be the host of SGN Scoops Radio as we try to bring the same quality to the on-air version of the SGN Scoops Magazine," says Edwards, who is also a member of Faith's Journey Trio. He also encourages Southern Gospel fans to call their local Gospel radio station to request SGN Scoops Radio syndicated program.

Rob Patz is excited about partnering with Edwards in this new show. "I have been friends with Jonathan for quite some time and I appreciate his heart for ministry and his knowledge of the industry," says Patz. "He was awarded the Paul Heil Award for Broadcasting in the 2012 Diamond Awards and he has also had two nominations for the Singing News Fan Awards. Jonathan loves this music and listeners love the way he presents it on radio. We are happy to bring him back to radio in this SGN Scoops show. Be sure to tune in, you won't be disappointed!"

The SGN Scoops Show is now being aired and interested stations should contact Jonathan Edwards directly at jonathan@sgnscoops.com. There will be a new show weekly so fans are encouraged to tune in regularly.