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2014 ICM Week®
November 9-12
APRIL 2014 •
Girl Talk With
Chonda Pierce
Comedian of the Year
T R U LY L I V I N G L I F E
RENEWING
YOUR SPIRIT
BEHOLDING
CREATIVE GIFTS ENCOURAGING
OTHERS
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JOHN 12:32
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Global Warming Or Global Sinning
Global warming, in my belief, has no input on what
is going on with our weather around the world. Don’t
get me wrong, we need clean air, water and trees for oxygen in our atmosphere. But if we believe in honor and in
the word of God, we understand what is going on in the
world today. We know from the Bible that earthquakes,
tsunamis, hurricanes and other bad things are
going to happen. Bad weather has always
been a part of our history and will always
be.
The greatest concern of us as a
society and worldwide predictions is
the change in our money system to
the world money system or the
mark of ‘666.’ This is close on
the horizon; in a cashless
society, a world-wide
mark is to be either in
your hand or forehead.
(We understand this
is to be a number, and we are
to study to be
sure that we are
not deceived,
like taking a
global password that we
remember to buy
and sell.) This is
the answer for
the Anti-Christ to
control market
places, our
thoughts, our
whereabouts and
our worldwide peace
that he will bring to
the table.
Yes, a man of
peace will come with
great words to
deceive all, the most
evil person on the
planet and he will be
poised to carry out
the evil plan and
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spirit of satan. Please do not take the mark. The Bible
will explain there will be 3 ½ years of prosperity, then 3
½ years of sorrow of the great tribulation. Some teachers teach we will be raptured (taken out) before; some
teach we will go through the 7 years. Be ready and prepare for either.
God will purge the earth, and some day all that is
bad will be destroyed by fire and this will happen because of global sinning. You see God gave
life and sustained life and our breath
through His creation of the ozone layer.
Let’s stay with Him and get sin out of
our lives. This includes all sin. Sins
separate us from God and His
Blessings. If you are going to live,
love and obey God you must
learn and live by and know His
word. May peace be with you
always and pray for God to
heal our country. PS
Revelation 9:18 (KJV) By
these three was the
third part of men
killed, by the fire,
and by the smoke,
and by the brimstone, which
issued out of their
mouths.
2 Peter 3:7 (KJV) …
but the heavens
and the earth,
which are now, by
the same word are
kept in store,
reserved unto fire
against the day of
judgment and perdition of ungodly men.
It is appointed each
man to die, Romans
6:23 (KJV) For the
wages of sin is death;
but the gift of God is
eternal life through
Jesus Christ our Lord.
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CONTENTS
Welcoming the Prosperity
Of Spring!
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By: Jason Higgins
uncommon Sense
Deep Thought-y Gumbo By: Kim McLean
God Of A Second chance
By: Russ Murphy
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Rory White
By: Ann Hittinger
inspirational country news
20 inspirational country chart Top 100
22 Girl talk With chonda Pierce
By: Ann Hittinger
24 How’s My little Miss America? 14
Breaking Up With Approval Seeking By: Karen Burkhart
28 Questions & Answers
Jennifer nickerson
editor-in-chief: Brenda Higgins
Managing editor: Jason L. Higgins
Art Director: Hugh Shelton
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34 “indie” insights
“Get Out Of Town”
By: Andrew Greer
36 finding My Voice
43 49th Annual
Academy Of country
Music® Award nominations
Announced
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44 faith in finance
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By: Guy Hatcher, CFP®
46 Power Gospel news
50 Power Gospel chart Top 100
52 bluegrass news
53 bluegrass chart Top 35
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54 Album reviews
56 HMG nashville current Singles
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By: John Gusty
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By: Becky Moore
By: Dr. Bill Purvis
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RENEWING
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Welcoming the Prosperity Of Spring!
“If we had no winter, the spring would not be so pleasant:
if we did not sometimes taste of adversity, prosperity
would not be so welcome.”
— Anne Bradstreet,
The Works of Anne Bradstreet
Looking forward to
2015, we have been
planning on expanding the ICM Faith,
Family & Country™
events. We hope to
Wow, we did have quite a winter. Spring could not
share those plans
have come fast enough for me. Spring is one of the most
and visions during
amazing seasons and brings new growth, projects and
plans. Spring brings forth the time for plans and projects. this year’s convention. It has been in disWe are beginning to plan
cussion for quite some
and prepare for 2014
ICM Faith, Family & time. I have shared this with a
®
Country™ Week ! handful of folks, and the excitement and support has been
unanimous. As we continue to push forward with growing
We have been
this genre, it is important that we adapt to demographic
receiving
changes, technology, young talent and other factors.
numerous
Just this past week,
emails and
I
had
another radio
phone calls
station
contact me
inquiring about
about becoming a
the dates. I can
FULL-TIME CHRISassure you we were
TIAN COUNTRY
working frantically to
STATION! They have
select and prepare for the week.
®
been airing our syndiIn 2014, we will host the usual format for ICM Week and
cated show, Power
move into early November. This is mainly due to hotel,
for
over
a
year.
The
response
has been so
Source
Country
venue, staffing and support availability. The details and
positive; they see the benefit in flipping from Southern
parties involved can, at times, be overwhelming, but the
Gospel to Christian and Inspirational Country Music. I also
harvest is worth it.
had a meeting with a network that owns 50 radio stations
The window for
around the country. They are looking to flip a large number
this year’s ICM Faith,
of those stations to the Inspirational Country format. That
Family & Country™
®
is what we do behind the scenes daily. We work with radio
Week will be
stations, networks, new internet formats, TV shows and
November 8-13. At the
other media outlets to encourage and promote this format.
time of writing this
I continue to get en
letter, the exact dates have yet to be determined. There are
couraged daily as I see
still a few vendors and locations that we must confirm.
the ministries,
We may be restructuring from a 5-day to a 4-day convenfriendships,
tion this year. We know how difficult and expensive the
travel can be on your ministry or business. Right now, the partnerships and
goal is to go Sunday-Wednesday, November 9-12. We will projects that have
arisen out of this
be returning to the Millennium Maxwell House Hotel as
®
Association .
our host hotel. We will have all the hotel information
posted at FaithFamilyCountry.com and will be emailing it I want to thank
out also. To stay up to date, please like our Facebook page each member for
your support and
at Facebook.com/FaithFamilyCountry. The hotel allows
confidence. Have a
many events to be held in one location with minimal
blessed April. PS
travel for the other events.
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Deep thought-y Gumbo
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By: Kim McLean
I’ve been captivated with this thought lately: We
will behold you, and you might be surprised by what a
become what we behold. I know. It’s deep and thought-y, beautiful creation YOU are!
but I didn’t come up with it. It just keeps showing up in
It’s Easter. Permission to behold granted. Behold the
whatever I read and whatever I watch, and I cannot ignore cross. Do you see you? Have you become the broken sufit. It’s like the Holy Spirit comes at me with a can of spray ferer? Behold the grave. Have you died to the desires and
paint and writes it in graffiti across my mind so I’ll have
ambitions and to the pride with which you tried so many
to consider it.
times to offer up Cain’s sacrifice? Remember that story?
I heard it first from a mathematician. Odd — or was it
God wasn’t pleased with Cain. He did all the right stuff for
even …? Then from a theologian, then it came up in a
all the wrong reasons.
movie I was watching and then I heard it in a sermon.
You’ve got to behold the Lamb, before you can rise
again in His likeness. Ever met those very cool couples
Okay God, I’m listening. I remember another phrase of
who have been married forthe same ilk that came to me in
…the
place
of
prayer
is
a
beautiful
way
ever and they look like each
much the same way about
other? They sound alike, use
twenty years ago, before I could to begin to behold. The Bible beholds,
the same mannerisms and
understand how true it was:
That which you take, takes you. too, if you behold it for what it is. Just laugh at the same awkward
read it. You know? Like, try to read it moments? You become what
Both concepts are made from
the same roux — deep thought- like it’s a book, a really great book.
you behold. Pinocchio
should take a lesson! He
y gumbo.
Stop considering me that way, and think about it. Let’s beheld a bunch of donkeys, and … well, after that his hats
never fit right again.
work backwards. That which you take, takes you. Know
much about addiction? Makes sense in that context. Take
What’s this got to do with God’s gift of creativity? I’m
hold of a thing, and it takes hold of you. Reminds me of
wondering if we might say: We create what we behold?
June bugs. Ever picked one up? They fling themselves into Every song you write is already written. You just have to
find it. You find it by beholding. Some call it staring into
the porch light, hurl themselves furiously away from the
space. I call it staring into Heaven. Staring into the space
shock of the intense bright heat and land disoriented on
that is here and eternal, the place where dimensions meet
your shirt. Grasp it to remove it, and six creepy legs wrap
and time travels; the place where children imagine and
around your finger — that which you take, takes you. So
take God.
days dream.
Better yet, behold God. THAT, my dear Watson, is the
Want me to stop preaching and give you a pro-songgreat secret; the secret of creativity, the secret of love, the
writing tip? When you write, start with a title. Almost
secret of life. “Don’t be waiting around for Revelation to
daily, someone plays me a new song and when I ask the
fire up and Sandy Patti to sing another Dottie Rambo
title the response is “I don’t know yet.” I know it will be a
song at the pearly gates.”
weak song; vibe-y and vague. Sure, there are exceptions; so
Behold now … the place of prayer is a beautiful way to become an exceptional writer and then you can break all
begin to behold. The Bible beholds, too, if you behold it for the rules.
what it is. Just read it. You know? Like, try to read it like
Here. Write this: Love Only Knows.
it’s a book, a really
Free of charge. I gave you a hook. Now develop the congreat book. You
cept and write it.
can’t, of course, but
Happy Easter! God loves you. PS
this will help you
Kim McLean is a Dove Award-winning songwriter, artist,
shut up all the bad and author of Paws To Reflect (Abingdon Press). She is an
teaching in your
ordained minister in the Church of the Nazarene, teaches
head for a minute, songwriting at Trevecca Nazarene University and is availand you’ll be
able for private songwriting/artist consultation.
amazed. Behold
Questions about songwriting, inspiration and creativity
the Word, and it
can be emailed through www.KimMcLean.com.
April 2014
Editorial
God Of A Second chance
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By: Russ Murphy
Late one evening in 1972, I had just put the key in my
room, and, just like alcohol,
dorm room door when it suddenly swooshed open. I was monkeys were just as
startled when my roommate jammed a beer into my hand equally forbidden.
and said, “Here, drink this and come back in about an
That evening as I arrived at the
hour; we’re having a talk.” Peering into my room I saw his study lounge, I had to wade
girlfriend sitting there with a sheepish look on her face. I
through a sea of students who had
knew they had been having a rough time and needed
crammed into the lobby wanting
some time to “define their relationship.” However, as soon to be there when I received my
as I turned around I ran into our dorm “dad,” the man
verdict. At 7PM sharp, the
who lived in an upstairs apartment and watched over the door opened and six
men, all dressed in gray
young men in the dorm. Unfortunately for me, that
evening he had decided to take his one and only midnight slacks, blue blazers,
white shirts, power ties and carrying attaché cases filed in
stroll through Gordon Hall.
and took their seats. As the charges against me were read, a
It was against university rules to be in possession of
alcohol, and, when he saw the beer in my hand, he calmly few members of the committee glared at me with looks of
disdain and disapand with almost no
emotion said, “Mr.
As the charges against me were read a few members proval. After several moments of repMurphy you need to of the committee glared at me with looks of disdain
rimand, the board
come with me.” In
and disapproval. After several moments of reprimand concluded that,
his apartment he
informed me,
the board concluded that since it was my first offense since it was my
first offense, my
“You’ll be standing
my punishment would be that I needed to write a
punishment
trial on Monday,
letter to my dad telling him what happened and that
would be that I
September 12th, at
needed to write a
7PM in the study
I would need to show them his written response.
lounge where the
letter to my dad
RSB (Residence Student Board) will decide if you’ll be
telling him what happened and that I would need to show
expelled from Texas Tech.” I thought, “EXPELLED FROM them his written response. All in all, I got off pretty light
SCHOOL!” When I reminded God that I hadn’t even
and was extremely grateful for their act of mercy. Silence
opened the beer, He reminded me of the times when I
fell over the crowd as I stepped back out into the lobby, but,
had opened a beer but hadn’t gotten caught.
when I gave the thumbs up sign, they exploded into cheers
All week long I was as nervous as a cat at a dog show.
and applause that would rival the end of any Rocky or Star
Wars movie.
My story ran in the school newspaper, I even had total
Twenty years later when I was the University Minister
strangers calling me expressing their support. At supper,
at Indiana Avenue Baptist in Lubbock, Texas, several
just an hour before my
hearing, our dorm student young men in Gordon Hall, the same dorm of my trial,
asked me to lead them in Bible study on Friday mornings
president asked me how I
was holding up, to which I in the study lounge. About an hour into our first meeting,
replied, “Man, all I know is I had to stop teaching when it dawned on me that I was
sitting in the very same room, in the same place where I
that I’m upset and when I
get upset, I start to talk gib- had sat 20 years earlier while on trial for having a beer in
berish and I would hate to my hand. Now I was there with a Bible in my hand teaching young men what it meant to follow Christ. When I
mention the fact that you
told the guys the story we spent the remainder of our time
have a monkey in your
together praying and thanking the Lord that He was truly
room.” The fact was our
the God of a second chance. PS
president had a cute little
Spider monkey drawing by Nicole M. Wong
Spider monkey in his
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life is A funny Word
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By: Selena Day
“Life” is a funny word, with so many meanings. We
Philippians 4:8 reads, “Whatever is true, whatever is honuse it as a noun, an adjective and in the actual process of orable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovelife. Recently at a loved one’s funeral, his spouse was
ly, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if
sharing how that “hell” is here on this earth. If we stay in there is anything worthy of praise, think about these
a state of seeing death everywhere and having an un-res- things.” I believe this is how we choose life.
urrected heart that statement would have significance.
We can see it as a prison sentence; as the victim continSickness, disease, hatred, anger and unforgiveness are
ually asking the question — Why? Or we can choose in
forms of death.
every circumstance in our life to say this is good. God is
Death comes in many forms, just as life comes in many good, and I choose to see that something good will come
forms. The dictionary’s
from this. In scripture,
… I have a choice. I could choose death — the we are called to be a
definition for ‘life’ as a
noun is:
body. As a body there
world is bad, people are evil, sin is rampant,
• animation and
be times when you
death and disease is everywhere — or I could will
energy in action or
cannot see what is good
choose life — the world is a good place, people and life-giving, so we
expression
• the experience of
are good and even the bad has purpose, people need others to see it for
being alive
us and to help us stand
are healed, families are restored.
• an account of the
in a truth we may not
series of events making up a person’s life
feel at the moment.
• a motive for living
There was a time in my walk that I focused on how bad
• a living person
the world was, but Papa God turned my heart to help me
• the organic phenonmenom that distinguishes living see that He created this world and that He is sovereign
organisms from non-living ones
and that I have a choice. I could choose death — the world
• the course of existence of an individual; a character- is bad, people are evil, sin is rampant, death and disease is
isic state or mode of living
everywhere — or I could choose life — the world is a good
• the period during which something is functional (as place, people are good and even the bad has purpose, peobetween birth and death)
ple are healed, families are restored.
• the period between birth and the present time
When you find yourself becoming weighed down by
• the period from birth and death
death, remember whatever is true, whatever is honorable,
• a prison term lasting as long as the prisoner lives
whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely,
The last definition jumped out at me because that can whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if
there is anything worthy of praise, think about these
be described as a person’s
things. In every circumstance, choose to see the positive,
whole existence. As a
Christian, I make the state- find stories of good. The story of a young girl’s escape
ment that I want to live life from North Korea coming to a place of desperation. She
abundantly. Christ says in had run out of money and had no one to help her. She
was in China and she did not know whom to trust when a
the Bible that He came to
man saw her and asked her if she was okay. In her despergive us life and life abunation she blurted out her story. This man took her by the
dantly. There is so much
hand and walked her to another part of the city. He went
feeling and impact in
to an ATM and took out what would be equivalent to
those statements.
What does life mean to $200.00 in US currency and gave it to the girl. She never
me? The opposite of death. saw the man again and that money helped her travel the
It is truth, giving love; hap- rest of her trip to South Korea to people who were waiting
to help her. This story always reminds me to always
piness, fulfillment … etc.
Everyday we get to choose expect something good to come.
Today I choose life. What do you choose? PS
life or death. As
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Heller …
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Want more bookings, exposure and opportunities?
Publicity is the tool to get your name known. Can’t afford
a Publicity/Public Relations Company to do the work for
you? Inspirational Country News is a FREE opportunity
that Power Source Magazine gives to our artists. The articles are dedicated primarily to members of the
Inspirational Country Music Association, but if space
allows, we do include all of those in this genre. Do you
think that the news is always full of the same people and
placement for publication seems unfair — ever thought
that they are the ones who send in their articles and high
resolution images. Month after month, we dedicate four
pages (up to 16 articles) to YOU, YOUR music and ministry in God’s Service! This is a FREE service to help publicize your work to approximately 2,000 radio stations, fans
and fellow artists. Wonder why audiences don’t know
more about this genre? Do you think that everyone knows
what our artists do? We want and need to show them
through this section of Power Source Magazine.
How do you think most mainstream artists get the
media’s attention … donations, gifts (i.e.; guitars, hats,
shoes, meet and greets, etc.), associations with charities,
album/video music releases, disaster help, benefit concerts and much more — the same things that you do.
What is the difference between the two of you is that they
have publicity people to move them and report to all possible sources. One of the best public relations person that
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April 2014
By: Ann Hittinger
I know, writes an article three ways and sends it from different emails, but they are all from the same person and
about the same event. But it is written three different
ways and I may choose the best for our needs. NOW, I
don’t mean that you should write three articles each
time, one is sufficient, but important.
Why is this section of Power Source Magazine important?
• PUBLICITY is needed to help get bookings. When an
article is sent to Power Source Magazine (including John
Gusty), our goal is to help promote past or future events
and services. Also, your public service to others.
• At this point, Indie artists may not be able to afford their
own Publicity/Public Relations’ person or time to be
their own. You can be a great performer, but unless
someone knows who you are, bookings aren’t going to
be as prominent.
• One story can be published in at least four sources —
magazine, online, social media and to the local media
(i.e.: newspapers, TV, radio, internet). Although we
request and reserve first rights for publication, most
local sources will release after the fact.
• Through emails and online in December ONLY, we were
viewed internationally by a minimum of people in ten
countries.
• Want to be recognized more, to give more to God, then
your name has to be seen consistently; during these times,
perception is even greater
than reality. No, do not misrepresent yourself, but give
information about how you
are using your time to the
Glory of God.
• Maybe you need to think of
it as publicizing the Lord’s
work, if you feel that you
shouldn’t get any glory.
• Remember that each
church or organization
where you perform may
have an opportunity to be
publicized, which increases
their exposure and your
value as a possible return
performance.
What is Inspirational Country News and what do I
need to include? The article should be within the following guidelines:
• Be a brief article of 150 to 490 words,
• A factual article, NOT OPINION or testimony.
• Written in third person (written as an outsider looking
in or on the event)
• High resolution images or logos (not website photos)
• Always answer “Who, What, When, Where, Why and
How?” in the first paragraph and then, lesser important
information, decreasing in importance to the end. (This
writing style is called “Inverted Pyramid.”)
• Events, benefits, tours, album releases, experiences or
success stories and awards happening. [Note:
Considering that several issues are dedicated to the ballot process and the final show of the Inspirational
®
Country Music Awards , individual articles of awards
are not printed, due to space.]
• Include one to two short quotes, to make the article personable.
Think for a moment of your favorite artist. Aren’t you
always interested in reading articles about upcoming
albums, concerts, charity events, etc.? That’s why submitting an Inspirational Country Music News article is a perfect opportunity. These articles serve as a way for you to
share and promote information to other artists, fans,
radio and industry professionals, just like your favorite
artist. Of course, the free PR doesn’t hurt either. Think of
it this way, in recognition of Easter, it's just one more way
for you to share the love of God.
“How do I write an article?” Don’t worry … it is as easy
as 1 … 2 … 3 to write … just start writing!
1. WRITE: Initially, it doesn't have to be grammatically
correct, so simply start writing like you were updating
your best friend, mother or whomever, about what has
been happening in your career/ministry.
2. PROOF: Once you get the article written, channel your
inner-English teacher and proof-it for grammar,
spelling, etc. Perfect would be great, but we know that
not everyone is a writer/journalist. Note: The more
print-ready the article is — the fewer corrections and
grammatical changes — the faster the article gets into
the magazine.
3. SUBMIT: We have designed a form that can help to pull
your information together and submit, which comes
directly to us and we will write the article for you.
• For any images larger than 10MB please use Dropbox
or Hightail to share with [email protected]
• Usually, the Dropbox or Hightail service is free, but
check for your needs.
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‘Inverted Pyramid’ Writing Style
Who? What? When?
Where? Why?
How?
Most important
information
moving
progressively
toward
Least important
information
There are always other options than writing it yourself,
such as:
• Find that family or church member who is willing to
write for you, or
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nspirational
COUNTRY
Steve Richard Showcases New Single At CRS
Steve Richard and KYKR's Robby Lynn at CRS.
Multi-award winning Force MP Entertainment recording artist, Steve Richard, made a much-anticipated
appearance at Country Radio Seminar 2014, where he
debuted his new single, “South Of Heaven,” to a packed
room of radio programmers and industry luminaries.
Richard, whose new single debuted at Country radio in
Mid-March, performed several of his Country radio hits
at a VIP reception hosted by Force MP Entertainment. At
CRS, Richard recorded public service announcements
(PSAs) for the Muscular Dystrophy Association, Women
Rock for the Cure and Operation Troop Aid. He also participated in interview sessions with Country music journalists, and for numerous blogs and websites.
2013 proved to be a momentous year for Richard. The
duet, “I See You in Everything,” (with the incomparable
Laura Dodd), reached No. 1 on the Power Source
Inspirational Country Music Chart. The popularity and
power of the song culminated in the pair winning the
®
Inspirational Country Music Awards Vocal Duo of the Year.
Richard’s multi-genre versatility was once again on display
with the Top-40 MusicRow Country Breakout Chart hit,
“Keep On Rollin’.” This was a great year for Richard.
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Steve Richard with MDA girls Reagan and Lena.
Photo credit: Bev Moser
April 2014
News
Boston University Selects Book For Film
2013 award-winning book
Higher Than Me Story Of
Voices Of Glory was pitched by
the prestigious Boston
University Film & Screen
Writing School in March for
book adaptation to film. The
book was chosen from many
others. The film adaptation
will focus on Michael & Felicia
Cole and their three children,
who have made music their
life. Praised as "an excellent
book ... about a family who
trusts God" by Pneuma Magazine, “Claudia Stewart
Farrell's heartrending story follows the remarkable story
of Michael and Felicia Cole's love story shared through
the lives of their children as they embark on an unbelievable odyssey from singing in their mother's hospital room
to a Top 5 Finalist on America’s Got Talent. ” Gerard Cole
shares, "I am excited … I look forward to seeing how the
story can be brought to life for film.”
Wade Hammond Tours 5 States In 8 Weeks
Coast to coast is the way
the Hammonds minister. On
January 2, they began on the
west coast with 22 concerts,
with Kathy as keynote speaker at a Women's Conference.
Inspirational Country Music
is loved in that area; every
event was packed. Concerts
were held in Arizona,
California, Nevada, Oregon
and Utah and more are
requested for Wade’s 2015 Western Tour. Besides all of
God's glory and people getting saved, the Hammonds had
a private dinner prepared by Chef Phillip Dell winner of
Chopped, saw the sights, went across the Golden Gate
Bridge and drove through every desert in Arizona. This
spring, the Hammonds’ schedule includes more concerts
and 3 Women's Conferences for Kathy in the southeast.
Later, Wade will head up the eastern seaboard to Boston
and New York. “We are so honored,” shares Wade, “to be
called into a ministry such as this.”
InspirationalCountry
Joe Loftus’ First Radio Tour
Joe
Loftus
recently
returned
from a
radio tour
throughout
Tennessee
and one in
Alabama.
From home in Hudson, Wisconsin, Joe and his wife Jane
traveled almost 2,600 miles with his Managers Bob and
Janan Terpstra. Being from the ‘frozen north’ they were
hoping for warmer weather, but encountered three different snow storms. They were caught in Birmingham,
Alabama, the same storm that made news in Georgia.
Joe’s first interview was at WCKF in Ashland, Alabama,
which is located on top of Alabama’s highest peak. The
GPS had trouble locating the station but once the group
arrived they were welcomed with open arms and had a
wonderful time on the air with David Burkhalter. The second visit was at WLLX in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee.
Eddie Landtroop talked with Joe and introduced him to
the station owner, Roger Wright, who gave him a tour of
their space including a dance hall. Joe was also warmly
received in Jamestown, Tennessee, at WDEB by Garry
Clark and in Hartsville, Tennessee, at WTNK by Jerry
Richmond. While on the air, Joe talked about growing up
around men who served in various wars and being a veteran himself. Those experiences plus the tragedy of 9/11
caused him to write “You Can’t Take The US From The
USA.” Joe also answered questions about starting his prolific songwriting during rehab for alcohol abuse, his childhood in a large Irish family and his passionate love for
God, family and country.
Jimmy Vaughn Visits Power Source
Jimmy Vaughn with Gene Higgins founder of The
Inspirational Country Music Association.
Murphy Elmore Brings Fans To Showcase
Murphy Elmore, from Alabama, brought friends to support
his performance at the Power Source, Inc. and HMG
Nashville CRS Showcase in Nashville.
Mike Anderson Debuts CD
Mike Anderson has partnered with his local Christian radio
stations and Hastings Bookstore, local Christian bookstore,
for a concert and debut of his new CD in Madisonville, TN.
Memories of Johnny Lee Cook — Miss You!
At Power Source, Inc & HMG Nashville, we miss Johnny!
We just wanted to take a minute to remember him with a
picture we found of him in the studio with Gene Higgins
and Razzy Bailey.
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Home Sweet Home
Every Mile
Father God
The God Of Another Chance
When We’re Apart
The Present
Stand Up
Livin’ In Today
Don’t Worry ’Bout Nothin’
What’s In Your Saddle Bags?
This Is The Victory Song
The Rock On Which I Stand
Love Is Stronger
Touchdown Jesus
Come To MY Mountain
Country Boy
Give
Mountain Mover
Faith When I Fall
I See Grace
Stranger In A Strange Place
O Give Thanks
Walk Together Children
Mama Taught Me About Jesus
Gracie’s Home
Carved In Stone
The Jesus Road
Brand New Day
Cookes & The Hinsons
The Way I Loved You
When I Got Saved
That’s Where The Faith Comes In
Sometimes He Whispers
Keep On Keepin On
Higher Ground
Children Get Ready!
Did I Matter
I Had A Dream (How Beautiful Heaven Must Be)
Why Give Him A Reason
Gone But Not Forgotten
Witness Of God’s Grace
Me & God
I’ll Wait By Your Side
What If He’s Right
I Know How It Feels To Survive
The Perfect Land
Pray For Me
She Don’t Have A Cheatin’ Heart
Send A Line Of Prayer
Daniel Alan
Freedom And Family
The Farm Inc.
All In Records/Elektra Nashville
Nathan Stanley
Stanley Generation Records
Cindy Lee Alden
CLA Music
Chuck Day
New Step Records
Randy-Paul
Independent
Cherie Brennan
Independent
Russ Murphy
RM Music
Larissa
Independent
Andrew Heller
DiamondDisc Records
Pony Express
Independent
Kalee Hric
Independent
Steve Richard & Laura Dodd
Force MP Entertainment
Jason Crabb
Gaither Music Group
Tim McGraw
Curb
Kelton French
Spirit Sound Records
Tommy Brandt
Beyond The Music
John Blackwell & Susie McEntire
Independent
True Heart
Independent
Kip Moore
MCA Nashville
Booth Brothers
Daywind
Wes James
Independent
Vern Roberts
Independent
Isaacs
Gaither Music Group
Mike Anderson
Independent
Daniel James
Martinusen Records
Jerry Layne
Jordash Records
Steve Vaus
SVP Music
Kali Rose
Independent
Zack And Rodney
Red Hen Records
Ashley Nicole
Independent
Steve Shirey
Steve Shirey Ministries
Adrienne Haupt
Independent
Adam Crabb
Daywind
Jennifer Nickerson
Independent
Adam Crabb
Daywind
Vickie Lynn Andrews
Independent
Chareé White
Independent
Mary Jo Bunch
Independent
Chloë Goss
Independent
John Penney
Independent
Picnic In The Meadow
Independent
Cindy Lee Alden with Nathan Stanley
CLA Music
Mike Rimmey
RFE Music
Sharon Parks
Independent
Jeff & Sheri Easter
Spring Hill Music Group
Jeanette Pennell
Independent
Sweetwater Rain
Curb
Curtis Scott
Spoken Word Music
Wyvette Prince Davis
Independent
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White Horse (New Version)
I Don’t Know Why
Purrfect Love
Good Old Fashion Romance
Fried Chicken And Lemonade
Another Hero Is Headed Home
Point The Way
Wings On Our Dreams
Love Does
Could It Be
Keep On Rollin’
Nowhere To Be
People Of The Storm
Christ Alone
A Barrel Of Thanks
Tell It Sister, Tell It
Beautiful City
(God) The Problem Solver
Not The Same
Someday Things Are Gonna Get Better
Take Me Back
Consider The Source
A Man Like Me
Don’t You Hear Jerusalem Moan
I’ve Got A Home
The Love Of My Life
He Gave All He Had
Ask Me Why
Nothing Can
Heal This Land
Heavenly Wonderful, Heavenly Beautiful
Jesus Is Alive
American Heroes
This World Is Not My Home
I’m Just A Kid
A Life Worth Living
Who Do You Think
This One Is Mine
Maybe
My Heart Will Go On
Against All Odds
Happy, Happy, Happy
All I Owe
Mighty Good God
Tell The World
No Other Way
A Little Prayin’
God Is Faithful
Down By The River
For The Grace Of God
David Lorin Gens
Independent
Rachelle Bleakley (Praise Worthy)
Praise Worthy Music
Rebecca Linda Smith
Renewed Records
Mikayla Lynn
Beyond The Music
Bruce & Besty Mullen
Independent
Stephen Rew
Flying Cross Music
Joey Russell
White Line Records
Emily Faith
Independent
Darin & Brooke Aldridge
Mountain Home/Crossroads
Pastor Joe
Tate Music Group
Steve Richard
Force MP Entertainment
Kristina Craig
Independent
The Walking Wounded featuring Doug Stokes
DS Music
The Messengers
Careless Weed Records
J.P. Mayton
Independent
Stella Parton
Raptor Records
Remus Harris
Greenbrier Records
Jennette Pennell
Independent
The Walkers
Tate Music Group
Johnny Jones
Independent
Laura Dodd
Independent
Karen Burkhart
Independent
Wilburn & Wilburn
Daywind
Melanie Walker
Independent
Isaac Cole
Beyond The Music
Tim Hutchinson
Independent
Tim Livingston
Canyon Creek
The McDougal Kids
Independent
Mary James featuring The Roys
Independent
Steve Vaus
SVP Music
Freddie Hart
Independent
Buddy Davis
Independent
Rebecca Linda Smith
Renewed Records
Amanda Fessant
HIS Ministries
Isaac Cole
Beyond The Music
Rusty Quisenberry
Canyon Creek
Jim Anthony
JA Music
Sandy David
Independent
Russ Nottingham
Independent
Susan Tillman
Independent
Faron Hanes Project
FHP
Sunday Drive
Independent
Ross Daigle
Ross Daigle Music
Aaron Tippin
Aaron Tippin Music
Brooks Crossing
Canyon Creek
David Harris
David Harris Music
Jeff Stansberry
Rutledge Records
Vickie Lynn Andrews
Independent
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Fraternity Records
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Girl Talk With Chonda Pierce
PowerSource
By: Ann Hittinger
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Time.com reports that her “Southern charm, neckacter for six years at Opryland USA in Nashville, and she
snapping wit and consistent ability to fill an arena; [there- is the only person to receive a personal endorsement from
fore,] it’s no surprise that the sassy sensation” Chonda
Sarah Cannon (Minnie Pearl). “I met the real Miss
®
Pierce, the reigning Inspirational Country Music Awards Minnie,” expounds Chonda, “fell in love with comedy and
Comedian of the Year, was honored as the top-certified
the rest is history!” Unusual in this era, Chonda responds
female comedian of all time by the Recording Industry
to all of her emails, FB, etc., and, while snickering, she
Association of America (RIAA). According to Chonda, “I
declares, “Sometimes, it may take me a while and it
asked those wonderful people from the RIAA how that
shocks people to death. ‘Of course, it is me silly!’ You
could be, because there are so many great comics out
know, Ms. Minnie was like that! Artists now think that
there. They said that a lot of people
they must remain aloof, if they
don’t buy comedy. You see a show, My testimony has grown deeper
want to be a big success. I think
you like it, you laugh, you go
and richer through the years. Our they received the wrong advice
home. But one of the things that I
and that is crazy. People … I shop
testimony is an ongoing living and at Walmart like everybody else.
think has been a big selling point
of my career is that I leave my
breathing thing. If we allow God In fact, not long ago, I was in
audiences with a little bit more
and someone was buyto use every aspect of it, He will. Walmart
than just laughs.”
ing my DVD and said, ‘Oh my
Her “country comedy” is focused on females, their
goodness, this is you!’ Yep, this is where I shop and I can’t
everyday lives and subsequent comedy. “People laugh,
swap my Walmart now.” Again, Chonda giggles!
and they think that I’m joking,” explains Chonda, “but I
“This is my first major release in Walmart! It has to go
started out to just tell my story, what the goodness of
well for them to be interested in doing this again. So...”
God looks like and how you hold on when you feel that laughs Chonda. Girl Talk is a taped live performance
you can’t; and comedy was the best way. To be awarded, before a sold-out, hometown crowd at Nashville’s Ryman
get a hug or a pat-on-the-back for your craft is really like Auditorium. Real and relatable — so customers enjoy and
icing on the cake for me. It wasn’t the reason that I start- purchase her DVDs and books. This tenth DVD has three
hours of Spanx, plastic surgery, ‘tips on speaking Southern
ed out, and I pray that I’m still as committed to tell of
God’s grace as I was at the beginning. My testimony has and much more.’ Chonda’s infectious laughter, wisdom
grown deeper and richer through the years. Our testimo- and honesty have earned her national interviews on the
Mike Huckabee Show, The Better Show, The View, etc.
ny is an ongoing
As Chonda shares, “I am so grateful! I enjoy my career
living and breathand have gained a great appreciation for its provision for
ing thing. If we
my family and how it has helped me. As scripture says,
allow God to use
every aspect of it, ‘Laughter doeth good, like a medicine …’ — it was medicine to me first! Sometimes, when I am having a tough
He will. I have
decided to remain day or missing my Momma, I am just blessed that my
job makes people laugh, and, when I hear them laugh, I
vulnerable, open
and honest about get the medicine I need. It’s a revolving door experience
that the Lord has given me, for sure. I do get discouraged
where I am and
and sad when comedy is perverted as many do today. I
that sometimes
my journey hasn’t am so tickled and proud when the RIAA shared the
award with me, because it shows that there are still so
been pretty or
many that are looking for good versus the bad … I thank
easy. Sometimes
God for that!” Girl Talk is the ticket to healthy laughter
my honesty has
gotten me into big and although ‘ladies’ are taught to not laugh at some
things, when Chonda illuminates it with her logic, you
trouble.”
can’t help but laugh. PS
Chonda began
her career as the
Note: The more in-depth aspects of Chonda’s interview are
Minnie Pearl char- continued in the article on PowerSourceMagazine.com.
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Editorial
How’s My Little Miss America?
24
By: Dr. Bill Purvis
You have the power to determine the success or fail- encouragement. He said,
ure of others in the way you treat them. I love Eliza
“Whether a player makes the
Doolittle’s lines to Professor Higgins’ mother in the
team might hinge on something
musical My Fair Lady:
as subtle as whether you know
I should never have known how ladies and gentlemen his name and whether you treat
him as an individual you care
behave if it hadn’t been for Colonel Pickering. He always
showed me that he felt and thought about me as if I were about, with talent you believe in.”
Don’t worry about keeping your
something better than a common flower girl. You see,
“big” image or giving the other
Mrs. Higgins, apart from the things one can pick up, the
difference between a lady and a flower girl is not how she person a big head. A big person is
one who makes others feel bigger
behaves, but how she is treated. I shall … always be a
when they are with them.
flower girl to Professor Higgins because he always treats
The encouragement of a milkman enabled Cheryl
me as a flower girl and always will. But I know that I shall
Prewitt to become the 1980 Miss America. Cheryl had to
always be a lady to Colonel Pickering because he always
overcome great obstacles to become a beauty queen. She
treats me as a lady and always will.
was in two serious acciThere are those who
dents when she was a
will never know what they There are those who will never know what
can become unless you
they can become unless you treat them bet- young girl, one that
scarred her face beyond
treat them better than they
ter
than
they
appear.
Treat
people
with
honor,
the repair of plastic surappear. Treat people with
gery and made her walk
and
in
most
cases
they
will
earn
it.
The
first
honor, and in most cases
with a limp, and the
they will earn it. The first
step toward real honor is to recognize the
other that made her
step toward real honor is
good in others and treat them accordingly.
teeth crooked. Beyond
to recognize the good in
the physical scars, she
others and treat them accordingly.
also
had
to
overcome
the
emotional
scars of being sexualHow do you help people succeed? Encourage them.
ly abused by her father. And even after she lost five times
Everyone needs encouragement. In your own life, think
on the road to walking the runway in Atlantic City, she
about the times someone has given you a positive word.
What did that do to you? Did it leave you feeling inspired? never gave up on her dream to be Miss America. It was a
Were you uplifted or did you wish they hadn’t encouraged dream that began with a milkman who would come to
her family’s country grocery store when she was a child.
you? I’m guessing you weren’t annoyed by their encouragement. That would be
Every time he saw little Cheryl with her scars and limp, he
crazy! We all want to feel
greeted her by asking, “How’s my little Miss America?” His
appreciated and believed
simple words of encouragement made Cheryl believe that
in by someone. My goal is she could be a beauty queen in spite of her scars.
for people who enter my
Don’t overlook anyone you come in contact with. You
presence to leave feeling
never know what you might enable them to do. One of
encouraged. Remember
your greatest honors will one day be to have someone
this rule: Encouragement look back at you and say, “I did it because you believed
enables. Discouragement
in me.” PS
disables. Former Dallas
If you're interested, Dr. Bill Purvis provides monthly
Cowboys coach Jimmy
leadership mentoring at BillPurvisLeadership.com.
Johnson taught his coachOther material can be found online at BillPurvis.com.
ing staff that the deterDr. Purvis is also Senior Pastor of Cascade Hills Church
mining factor in whether
in Columbus, Georgia, Cascadehills.com. You can also
a rookie would be successfollow him on Twitter at Twitter.com/Bill_Purvis.
ful on the team or not was
April 2014
Breaking Up With Approval Seeking
26
By: Karen Burkhart
While a sophomore in college, I met Steve — tall, dark
finally paid off. On a sailboat on Flathead Lake in
and handsome, with a generous helping of wit and
Montana, Steve asked me to be his wife, and I accepted. I
charm. Steve was studying to become a pastor, and, confully expected the shiny symbol of approval to bring the
veniently, I was studying to become a pastor’s wife. When sense of security I longed for, but, sadly, it did not. The
Steve started paying attention to me, I was sure it was just relationship continued to be filled with promises of
a matter of time before I walked the aisle to receive my
unconditional love peppered with glimpses of rejection.
M.R.S. degree. But feelings of elation soon turned to feelWhen I could take the insanity no longer, I ended the relaings of great inferiority and insecurity.
tionship and my world turned upside down.
Steve had some friends who had decided I was not
After months of soul searching, I eventually came to
worthy of his affection, and they were not shy about shar- terms with my approval seeking nature that almost led
ing their opinions with him. In turn, Steve was not shy
me into marriage. A marriage that, undoubtedly, would
about passing them on to me. Evidently, these friends had have brought more pain than a broken engagement could
judged my spiritual maturity by a variety of external facever deliver. God allowed me to see that I sought external
tors like the size of my
approval because I
… I confess that I still see glimpses of the dis- lacked it inwardly.
earrings, my musical
taste and even my
Further, He showed
ease to please. I see it in my reflection in the
Psychology major. I was Macy’s changing room mirror. I recognize it when I me that because of
completely deflated, not
Jesus in me, I was
run to my computer to see how many people have already fully and
to mention baffled.
Despite his friends’
liked my post. I see it when I glance through the completely approved
critical views, Steve caumy perfect heavenguest comments after a speaking engagement. by
tiously decided to date
ly Father.
me, but it was obvious he was still deeply conflicted. We
More than twenty years since Steve, I confess that I
spent many dates discussing, in essence, my worthiness.
still see glimpses of the disease to please. I see it in my
Sometimes the scales would tip in my favor, and other
reflection in the Macy’s changing room mirror. I recognize
times they would not. I wanted to run away and stop sub- it when I run to my computer to see how many people
jecting myself to this scrutiny, but what I wanted even
have liked my post. I see it when I glance through the
more was to be approved. Somehow, the challenge to win guest comments after a speaking engagement.
over a young man with cold feet and bring his friends
When I catch myself hungry for approval, I echo the
along too, was wildly motivating.
Apostle Paul’s question, “Am I now trying to win the
Eventually my efforts to be the woman Steve and his
approval of human beings, or of God? Or am I trying to
friends wanted me to be, including changing my major,
please people? If I were still trying to please people, I
would not be a servant of Christ.” (Galatian 1:10) Eating up
the approval from men is like eating the scraps that fall
from the King’s table. They don’t satisfy for more than a
few fleeting moments and they distract me from delighting in the spread of God’s acceptance prepared for me.
In this culture of ‘selfies’ and self-promotion (not
always as shameless), the temptation to eat scraps is ever
before us. Before we rush to post about our accomplishments or fantastic opportunities, let’s learn to pause and
ask ourselves the hard question of “why.” If the answer is
to win the approval of others so we feel better about ourselves, let’s choose to go in another direction. Will you join
me in breaking up with approval seeking? Instead, let’s
seek the One who has already approved us! And if God is
for us, who can be against us? (Romans 8:31) PS
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Jennifer Nickerson
By: John Gusty
Jennifer is known to many as the “Girl Next Door” with
a personality full of enthusiasm and optimism. Her songs
express the heart of the South mixed with inspiration and
hope for better days ahead. The writer, musician, actress,
spokesperson and the artist behind the No. 1 Inspirational
Country single “I Will Trust” (August 2013), meet Jennifer
Nickerson:
I wish people would just get along. I wish that all parties and races could meet in the middle. The country’s
economy and culture needs drastic changes that will only
happen by Americans joining together and not from a
political tug of war. I wish that politicians would fulfill
their promises. And the focus of America would stay on
becoming the best. I think that great headway could be
made for our nation.
The State of Texas has produced some household
names in the entertainment industry and beyond. Any
famous Texans you’re especially fond of?
There’s a huge Texan music scene that is strong in our
state — Josh Abbott Band, Randy Rogers and Pat Green. As
for actors and actresses, we have Sandra Bullock, Owen
Wilson and Matthew McConaughey. I know this can
bring different feelings to different
people, but George
Bush Sr. and
George Bush Jr. are
both Texans; it is
neat to have two
USA Presidents in
our state!
Your single “I Will Trust” reached No. 1 on the
Inspirational Country charts for August 2013. How did
it feel knowing so many radio listeners connected with
that song?
It is wonderful to know that you wrote a song that
unknown people hear it, love it and support it all the way
to a No. 1. I’m just grateful my family and friends support
me! Having total strangers relate and be encouraged by
your song is the best feeling! I’m so grateful that God
could use me to write something that someone, I might
not ever meet, can gain joy from!
Being a Texan is a big part of who you are. There is an
incredible amount of pride built into most Texans.
You are a songwriter, vocalist, musician, performer AND
What is it about your state that evokes such pride?
media personality. Most people pick one of those! Of all
those directions, which one
When people ask me what
It
is
wonderful
to
know
that
you
wrote
a
are you the most drawn to?
is so special about living in
Texas, it is always the same
Being a songwriter is the
song that unknown people hear it, love
answer. We have really nice
most important, because the
it and support it all the way to a No. 1. heart and meaning of my
people! That is important
enough to love where you live. In most true-Texas towns, journey can come out clearly through words. I want to
you will feel like part of the family, whether at the gas sta- help people and bring joy and happiness to their lives!
tion or a more prestigious shop. I know this is more than Although being on TV and singing cover songs is fun, it is
just Texas, though, it’s the south! Southern hospitality is
more fun to have a message you wrote from your heart
truly home for me!
and share it with others through your own material.
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You are performing at the 2014
Republican State
Convention in
June. With all the
things going on in
the world today …
how about the
“State of The
Union” Jennifer
Nickerson-style:
Country Music has always reflected more traditional
values and a simpler, more humble way of life. Today's
artists seem to be gravitating more towards HipHop/Rap, Party music. Do you sense a disconnection
with the traditional Country music listener in regards to
what is featured on the radio these days?
I love the old Country music! Don’t get me wrong, I can
have a good time with the new stuff. But it doesn’t sound
like Country music. I find when I tell people I sing
Country they immediately say “Country or this new Pop
Rock Country?” I want to be a balanced style of old steel
guitar, fiddle, guitars and not a bunch of bass beats with
auto-tune. I’m an easy sell for positive and fun music. I’m
not a big fan of the drama and negative subjects that are
coming out these days. Get more information on Jennifer
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BROADCAST
BUZZ
Academy of Country Music Awards
Radio Winners Announced
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The Academy of Country
Music Awards (ACM), is
gearing up for their 49th
Annual Award show. Due to
time constraints during the
live telecast, which will air
April 6, the ACM released
the list of the radio award
winners on February 18.
Congratulations to all those who were nominated and
applause to those who took home the ACM award! This
year’s winners are:
On-Air Personality of the Year Award winners (a tie),
went to first win for Bobby Bones, Amy, Lunchbox – The
Bobby Bones Show and third win for Lon Helton of the
Country Countdown USA. Major Market – Paul Schadt,
Meg and Geof/WKKT, Charlotte, North Carolina; Large
Market – Lisa McKay/WQDR, Raleigh, North Carolina;
Medium Market – Andy Ritchie, Alison West, Jimmy
Holt/ WIVK, Knoxville, Tennessee; and Small Market –
Bill Barrett, Tim Fox and Tracy Berry/KKNU, Eugene,
Oregon.
Radio Station of The Year Winners — for Major
Market was a tie, KUPL-FM – Portland, Oregon and
WXTU-FM – Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Large Market WCTK-FM – Providence, Rhode Island; Medium Market WBBS-FM – Syracuse, New York; and Small MarketWUSY-FM – Chattanooga, Tennessee.
The winners in the radio categories are invited to
receive their awards at a private reception in Las Vegas on
April 5. The 49th Academy of Country Music Awards is
dedicated to honoring and showcasing the biggest names
and emerging talent in the Country music industry. The
show is produced for television by dick clark productions
and will be broadcast LIVE from the MGM Grand Garden
Arena in Las Vegas on Sunday, April 6 at 8PM live
ET/delayed PT on the CBS Television Network. Allen
Shapiro, Mike Mahan and R.A. Clark are executive producers. Barry Adelman is producer. Bob Romeo is executive producer for the Academy of Country Music. Get
more information at The Academy of Country Music
Awards website.
Until the next call,
Sarah Reed
615-248-8105 Ext: 239
[email protected]
April 2014
News
FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler
to Address 2014 NAB Show
Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) Chairman Tom
Wheeler will provide the “FCC
Keynote” at the 2014 National
Association of Broadcasters (NAB)
Show in Las Vegas. The address, on
Tuesday, April 8, 9-10AM, is expected to provide insight into the
Chairman’s views on broadcasting
and his expectations on the regulatory front in the near
future. “Broadcasting has a lot at stake when it comes to
actions taken by the FCC,” said NAB President and CEO
Gordon Smith. “We look forward to hearing from
Chairman Wheeler about his views on spectrum auctions,
ownership regulation and any number of issues shaping
our industry.” Tom Wheeler became the 31st Chairman of
the Federal Communications Commission on November
4, 2013. He was appointed by President Barack Obama
and unanimously confirmed by the United States Senate.
He is a graduate of The Ohio State University and the
recipient of its Alumni Medal.
NRB Installs New President & CEO
Dr. Jerry A. Johnson
Dr. Jerry A. Johnson, the new
President & CEO of the National
Religious Broadcasters (NRB), was
installed at the NRB 2014
International Christian Media
Convention in Nashville,
Tennessee. Formerly, he served as
President of Criswell College in
Dallas, Texas, where the nation’s
leading major market Christian
radio station, KCBI–FM is located. It was recognized by
the NRB as Station of the Year in 2011. He has also served
in senior administration and on faculty at The Southern
Baptist Theological Seminary and Midwestern Baptist
Theological Seminary. In his first address, Dr. Johnson
shared, “This is a new media culture, media country,
media generation, and we are positioned like no other
association to advance the Gospel of the Lord,” while also
recognizing the challenges that exist amidst a changing
cultural landscape. "We must speak. We must stand. We
must be bold," Dr. Johnson exhorted.
BroadcastBuzz
Bob Kingsley’s 40 Years Surprise Celebration so much MOORE media Celebrates 25th Year
Country Radio
Hall of Famer Bob
Kingsley was honored
for his 40 years in
national radio syndication as part of
American Country
Countdown (19742006) and as
host/owner of Bob
Kingsley’s Country Top 40 (2006-present), distributed by
WestwoodOne. The surprise event, benefiting the Opry
Trust Fund, included performances, appearances and
taped messages by a mix of industry legends, today’s hitmakers and Nashville’s most influential singer-songwriters. A 50-year radio and music industry veteran, Kingsley
believed he was attending a tribute to the Grand Ole
Opry’s 89th birthday, but the evening was to honor him.
“I could not have been more surprised,” said a visibly
moved Kingsley, “and I could not feel more honored. I
have made a career of Country music radio because I love
it, and to have my friends in the business, from artists
and songwriters to industry executives, tell me my work
has made a difference — well it means the world to me.”
Randy Chase Named PD For K-Love And Air 1
Randy Chase has been named
Director of Programming for KLOVE and Air 1 Radio Network.
Last summer, Chase was selected
as Program Director of the Air 1
Radio Network with more than
25 years’ experience across multiple formats including Country,
Classic Rock, Talk, AC, Oldies and
Sports Talk. Previously with Cox
Media Group handling all of their Country formats around
the nation; Radio Ink also named him on the Top Country
Program Directors list in 2012. “I am thrilled …,” said
Chase.“As we continue to expand and offer millions of listeners each day a relationship with Jesus Christ, I look forward to leading a team of great air personalities and delivering the best music and content from coast to coast.”
K-LOVE & Air 1 Chief Creative Officer, David Pierce,
shares, “I’m excited for Randy to grow in his leadership
for K-LOVE & Air 1. … Great things are in store for this
team who
love God
and these
brands.”
Martha E. Moore is celebrating her 25th year as
head of her independent,
boutique public relations
firm, so much MOORE
media that sets the standard
of excellence for Indie PR
Agencies. Moore opened the
doors of so much MOORE
media in November 1988,
and it's a name that Jo
Walker-Meador (former
Executive Director, CMA) believes fits her perfectly.
Meador reflects, “I watched Martha fine-tune her knowledge of both national and international press as she established her own company. It is apparent that Martha has
always gone above and beyond in applying her knowledge and expertise for her clients.”
Moore has worked with Country legends Johnny Cash,
Carl Perkins, Brenda Lee, Merle Haggard, Barbara
Mandrell, Conway Twitty, Loretta Lynn, George Strait,
Kathy Mattea, Lee Greenwood, David Frizzell and Don
Williams, along with Rock stars Tom Jones, John
Mellencamp, KISS, Tears for Fears, Bon Jovi, Cinderella,
Def Leppard, Joe Cocker and more. Her agency has represented a wide variety of Country, Bluegrass, Americana
and corporate clients including Hank Cochran, Ricky
Skaggs, The Amazing Rhythm Aces, actress/performer
Kassie DePaiva, Guy Penrod, The Grascals, Jerry Reed,
Sylvia, Randy Thompson, The Stetson Family, Todd
Fritsch, Lisa O'Kane, Flynnville Train, Becky Schlegel,
Aiken & Friends Fest and Tappedinto.com. Martha is currently in strategic partnerships with PR firm Webster &
Associates, and indie label Way Out West Records. Her
present roster includes APA-Nashville, The Roys,
LiveWire, Lisa Matassa, Jay Jolley, Joanna Mosca, Sherry
Lynn, Lizzie Sider and Mike Aiken.
A Nashville transplant, born in Washington, D.C.,
Martha’s experience ranges from an Advertising and
Marketing studies at the University of Tennessee,
Knoxville to Nashville in 1976 to WLAC Radio. Next, she
worked at MCA/ABC Records before moving to
PolyGram Records as Director of Press & Artist
Relations/Nashville. A member of the CMA, ACM,
Americana Music Association, IBMA and SOURCE,
Moore is frequently sought by the media regarding independent PR. “I cannot imagine doing anything else,"
Moore states. "To work hand-in-hand with such talented
artists every day is just a blessing. I am incredibly grateful
to the Nashville music community and to the media who
continue to trust in me. I follow my passion, and it's
rarely steered me wrong.”
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Steve Richard & Laura Dodd And “The Rock” From Which They Sing
By: John Gusty
In Spring 2012, at Legends Studio in Berry Hill,
Tennessee, two artists from very different musical journeys and backgrounds came together to lay down some
tracks and make some music. One never knows exactly
how these types of recording sessions will work out. Or
what the final result will be. Thankfully for Steve Richard
and Laura Dodd, the result would turn
out to be their duet “I See You In
Everything”— their first musical collaboration together. Not bad for a
first try! A little
more than a
year after the
song was
recorded, it
was
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via live performance at the 2012
Inspirational Country Music
®
Awards , it solidified what
would turn out to be a debut
partnership of both music and
ministry. “I love Laura’s spiritfilled joy and her powerful
voice,” Steve explained. “I knew
we’d sing well together.” Laura
laughingly chimes in: “I was so
nervous! Steve found it necessary to pray for my ability to
sing a couple of lines in the song. This should prove the
power of prayer!”
So it was the success of “I See You In Everything,”
along with the comfortable working relationship, that set
the stage for more collaborative efforts. But first, let’s take
a look back at the paths that brought these two
Inspirational Country music artists together. Dodd elaborates: “Steve and I first met backstage at the 2010
®
Inspirational Country Music Awards . Steve closed the
show with his spectacular, rhinestone-studded performance of ‘Eighty Acre Church.’”
Laura’s road to that year’s awards show was the culmination of a lifetime of musical drive and ambition. “All
sit- my life I have longed for a musical career. Theatrical perting at formances throughout my school years set the stage for
an important college opportunity. One of my musical
No.1
Inspirational instructors submitted my name to Very Special Arts (VSA)
arts, a national and international organization based in
Country
Music Chart Washington, D.C. As a result, I was chosen as the VSA
for June 2013. arts/Panasonic young soloists for 2 years. This opened up
a wider range of performing opportunities, cementing my
Produced
desire for a musical career. My love for singing, acting and
by Phil
songwriting has never wavered.”
O’Donnell
Richard’s career incentive began with simpler motives:
(Craig Morgan),
“When I began performing as a teenager, my main goal
the song is a
was to meet girls.” He channeled that enthusiasm and
powerful and
drive into a mainstream Country career that started with
unapologetic
a single and video for the song “Stomp” — a raucous party
recognition of
anthem that ignited its own line-dance craze. Not surprisGod’s literal
ingly, that particular career path came with a downside.
presence
All the usual trappings and temptations of the maineverywhere
stream entertainment industry caught him, causing Steve
we look.
When Steve to seriously re-evaluate his life choices.
Steve started singing for an entirely different purpose.
and Laura
“The music I perform [now] must not conflict with the
performed Christian world-view. Perhaps uniquely, some of the songs
the song I’ve been led to write, rather than focusing on outward
worship, have their focus on reaching the lost and those “onthe-fence. I still enjoy the entertainment aspect of music,”
Richard continues, “but the subject matter and spirit have
been elevated.” Bottom line —Steve ‘got right’ with God.
“My path has been slightly different.” explains Laura.
“The obstacle placed in my path is a physical ailment. Also
most recently, the loss of my brother Jamey affected me so
deeply that I almost abandoned my career. I do not recall
ever sharing this with Steve, but his friendship and the
opportunity to work with him supported my continuing
with music.” That solid foundation upon which the
Richard/Dodd friendship is built, allows for both artists to
deliver what they do best … create positive, inspiring
Country music with purpose and entirely for God’s glory.
“I try to make music that will move Christians and nonbelievers by the sound.” says Richard. “Some lyrics are
obviously worship and prayer, while other songs I hope
‘sneak up’ on non-believers — in that they were enjoying
the sound, before they absorbed the Message.”
Laura Dodd is no stranger to music as a ministry tool —
why it works and why it’s effective. “I have first-hand
knowledge of the power of music in communicating and
reaching those in need. In Montgomery, Alabama, I was
invited to entertain an audience with limited communication skills. Upon my arrival, the room’s noise level was at
fever pitch. As soon as I began to sing, you could have heard
a pin drop for the entire performance. All of the students
were severely disabled, but their reaction to my music was
truly music to my ears.” Since this interview, Laura has
been contacted by the GBS and CIDP Foundation in
Pennsylvania to perform and speak at their International
Symposium in Orlando, Florida, on October 31-November 2.
Both Steve and Laura have been recognized within the
Inspirational Country Music industry as being at the top
of their game. Both artists have been awarded “New Artist
of the Year.” (Steve in 2009 and Laura in 2010) Steve had
the 2012 Video of the Year for the song “Toothbrush.” And
both artists know what it feels like to have a No. 1
Inspirational Country Music song. So how do these two
feel about the current state of mainstream popular
Country Music? Laura Dodd is very diplomatic in her
PowerSource
assessment: “I thoroughly enjoy
listening to and singing the music
of today’s Country artists. But, my
heart has always been drawn to
traditional Country music.
Probably because my grandparents shared their love of The
®
Grand Ole Opry with me; I have
joked with Steve about our doing
a Porter and Dolly duet. We’ll see!”
“I realize that today’s popular music is very subjective,”
continues Laura, “I would not be comfortable performing in
the same manner as some of today’s artists. We can certainly evolve with our melodies but not our morality.” Richard
is a bit more direct; “I have little interest and involvement in
current popular entertainment, other than what I supply to
it. I might have more ‘success,’ if I did.” Perhaps, if success is
to be measured by worldly standards, but as Laura Dodd
points out, success is relative; “If I can positively impact one
person’s life, then I will have achieved my measurement of
success.” Both artists are keenly aware of just how far the
morality-bar has been lowered.
“We’re frogs, slowly boiling on the stove. Spectacle
reins.” Richard notes, “As a nation, do we have a collective
purpose? Perhaps it’s the pursuit of comfort; we continue
to legislate God out of America, and then throw around
phrases like ‘God Bless the U.S.A.’ What do we mean by
that? Are we merely asking for strength and prosperity?
Or are we admitting that we should be acting in such a
way that God could bless us?”
“Sometimes He blesses us by breaking us,” continues
Steve. “When we reach the point where we recognize how
broken we are — that’s when we can be receptive and willing to change. Unfortunately, we tend to look around for
help in almost any other direction than the True Source of
Power who can actually transform us. When we reach the
end of ourselves, God can and will do His most powerful
work in and through us.” Laura agrees; “Now more than
ever our country needs positive role models as well as
positive messages. Character, good work ethics and
unselfishness could be daily habits for our entire nation.”
Steve wraps it up nicely, “As a nation, we must acknowledge, encourage, and nurture our dependence on our
Creator. Apathy and blindness masked as tolerance is a
problem. Tolerance is the final virtue of a lost society.”
In 2014, these two are just getting warmed up. “I hope
for more work with Laura this year with lots of appearances,” Richard declares. “I’m really excited about our
new single, “The Rock On Which I Stand,” written by
Russ Murphy and produced by Phil O’Donnell. I believe
y’all will find this record very inspiring.” Laura Dodd is
up for the task; “I would love for Steve and I to do a tour
Steve Richard and wife Rachelle (left) with Laura Dodd and together. Who knows, maybe we’ll be able to return to the
studio for more duets!” PS
husband Joseph Reynolds Downs IV at 2012 ICM Awards®
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“Get Out Of Town”
Nashville has been my home for over twelve years.
distance from Nashville
And I readily admit I love Music City USA. With most of
always filed back for day
the amenities of any major metropolitan center, but with
vacations. The easy excurless pretense, more Southern charm and a smaller popusion affords me fresh air,
lation, Nashville simultaneously houses Vanderbilt
good cardio exercise and
University’s prestigious Ivy League contingency and the
incredibly inspiring
®
Grand Ole Opry Country music revue — serving both
views, renewing comaudiences to a tee.
munion with the One
I have enjoyed making my living in this musical epiwho is the origin of all
center. To be surrounded by so many creative types and
creativity.
innovative industry leaders has inspired, honed and perBe Still and Know —
petuated my craft in ways I would never have imagined
Sewanee’s University of
growing up in rural Texas, wearing out one cassette tape
the South sits on the edge
after another while day-dreaming about playing for whatof the mountains just ninety miles southeast of
ever eager audience I could drum up.
Nashville. The school’s collegiate-run coffeeshop hosts a
There’s nothing wrong with where we call home. But
simple front porch, perfect for sipping a latte and sendwhen we stew over our songs, tire out in rehearsals and
ing a few emails before heading out on a jog around the
pack our schedules with meetscenic campus. But the uniings all in the confines of one And watch an everyday scene transform versity’s real gem is the All
city limit, we sometimes just
into a sanctuary where God reminds us Saints’ Chapel, a historic
need a breather. And I have
cathedral that centers the
discovered getting out of town we are loved and of great worth to Him, campus. The breathtaking
for the day can make a huge
instilling our creative efforts with great sanctuary is dressed with
investment — for a very small
ornate liturgical designs,
meaning all over again.
cost — in learning to relax,
huge steel organ pipes and
renewing our creativity and reminding us why we picked
stained glass windows reflecting the timeline of Jesus’
music in the first place. Here are some quick tips on temministry on earth. With hardly any visitors during the
porarily leaving it all behind.
weekdays, the airy chapel is the perfect space to think,
Smell the Roses — If you and I are anything alike, it
pray and relish creativity displayed in every inch of the
takes a concerted effort to sit down and relax. I like to
amazing structure. A place of quiet away from the norm
work. Achievement is less about platitudes, and more
can do wonders for renewing the spirit.
about affording me my proRemembering Why — It is easy to forget how imporfession. But every soldier
tant music is in connecting us to each other and in conneeds a leave, and that
necting us to God. A simple day retreat outside of our
applies especially to us
typical surroundings can provide an easy reminder that
musical-types. We pour an
what we do is valuable. And anything valuable takes its
extreme amount of mental,
toll without an occasional reprieve. Put it in your calenemotional and spiritual
dar, you are taking the day off!
energy into our work. So
So go take a hike. Sip on a hand-crafted coffee. Catch a
save a day each month, or a movie at that historic theatre a town or two over. And
half day each week, to do
watch an everyday scene transform into a sanctuary
something you enjoy out of where God reminds us we are loved and of great worth to
the house — and, potential- Him, instilling our creative efforts with great meaning all
ly, out of town. For me, I
over again. PS
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Finding My Voice
By: Becky Moore
Swinging from the dogwood trees, building a fort with
I am so thankful that my parents allowed me to simply
my brother and sister in the woods, singing to the top of
be who I was when it came to singing and to my life in
my lungs down my old dirt road at sunset … these are the general. They never pushed me to get voice lessons to betimages that come to mind when I think about my childter my craft. My singing wasn’t a topic of discussion in
hood. I grew up on the outskirts of a small town with my our household; my parents gave me the freedom to do
siblings as my closest and only neighbors. My momma
with it as I pleased. I realize that this particular method of
and daddy had us in
cultivating a gift isn’t
…
my
parents
gave
me
the
freedom
to
do
with
it
church every time the
for everyone, but it
double doors were open. as I pleased. I realize that this particular method sure did work for me.
My daddy was a deacon
It taught me that my
of cultivating a gift isn’t for everyone, but it sure voice — my singing —
in our church, and I
helped with unlocking
did work for me. It taught me that my voice — was part of what made
and locking the doors
me, me. It’s not just
my singing — was part of what made me, me.
something that I do,
before and after services. I could not wait until I was old enough to sing with my its part of who I am.
I’ve learned over the years that God doesn't need me to
parents in our church choir. Some of my most cherished
fulfill His plan, but He often invites me to be a part of it
memories were in that choir loft. Daddy sang on the top
anyway. If I choose to accept His gracious offer — obey
row, momma in the middle, and my sister and I sang
Him and give myself one hundred percent to the sharing
side-by-side on the bottom row.
Each family member is musical in one or more capaci- of His love, forgiveness and redemption through Christ
Jesus to His creation — I will be blessed. I know that the
ties — either playing instruments or singing. My mother
enrolled us in Holy Spirit speaks through the songs that I sing. Alone, I
am simply talent, just a lovely melody. But, with God, I
piano lessons
at a very young am a tool used for His purposes. How blessed and fulfilled
I am to bring joy to the hearts of God’s people through
age. It didn't
music. If it were just me, if all I ever did was sing for an
take long for
audience of one — I’d sing only for Christ — my heart
me to realize
would be full and my joy complete. He has given me more
that playing
piano was not than I deserve and I will sing songs filled with the promise of His hope. I will praise His name with the song that
my forte … I
didn't take to
He’s placed in my heart. Hallelujah!
My husband and I now have a family of our own to
it, and it didn't
take to me. On teach Christ’s love to. Our children are learning to discover and cultivate their own voices. They are learning how
several occato be who they are and to love the person that God has so
sions, I also
thoughtfully created them to be. I’m blessed to have
remember
learned from my own upbringing how to let my children
thanking my
experience for themselves what they love to do. My kids
momma for
will get to learn through trial and error what will make
sharing with
their hearts smile and offer them fulfillment in life. I pray
me when to
for my children to find extraordinary joy in simply servkeep my
ing the Lord and His creation. My hope is that they will
mouth shut.
use their talents and gifts for His purposes. I pray that I
My life has
never lose sight of what is important in this life — Loving
been filled
God … Serving Him … Praising His name! PS
with smart
people telling
Editor’s Note: Becky is a new member of the Inspirational
®
me when to
Country Music Association whose debut single will be
keep quiet.
forthcoming.
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COUNTRY News
ACM Presents: An All-Star Salute
To The Troops
Merle Haggard
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George Strait
Star-Studded Line-Up
At Tree Town Music Festival
Carrie
Underwood
The Academy of Country Music and dick clark productions have announced ACM Presents: An All-Star Salute
To The Troops, a concert event featuring some of the
biggest names in Country music paying tribute to our
armed forces, will be broadcast Tuesday, May 20 (9-11PM,
ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. The special will
be taped Monday, April 7, at the MGM Grand Garden
Arena in Las Vegas. Country music superstars Merle
Haggard, George Strait, Carrie Underwood, Florida
Georgia Line, Lady Antebellum and The Band Perry are
the first artists to be added to the all-star lineup of performers for the event. The concert will honor the country’s remarkable servicemen and women and include special moments and stories of incredible bravery and
integrity. Proceeds from ticket sales for ACM Presents: An
All-Star Salute ToThe Troops will benefit ACM Lifting
Lives, the charitable arm of the Academy.
“We are so thankful for the men and women in our
armed forces and proud to present this fantastic night of
performances in their honor,” said Bob Romeo, CEO of the
Academy of Country Music. “The special will be a remarkable moment in Academy history and continues the ACM
Presents TV specials that have been so successful over the
years and helps to fund the important charitable work of
®
ACM Lifting Lives .” ACM Presents: An All-Star Salute To
The Troops is produced for television by dick clark productions. Allen Shapiro, Mike Mahan and R.A. Clark are executive producers; Barry Adelman is producer and Bob Romeo
is executive producer for the Academy of Country Music.
®
ACM Lifting Lives is the philanthropic arm of the
Academy of Country Music dedicated to improving lives
through the power of music. Through partnerships with
artists and strong ties in the music industry, ACM Lifting
®
Lives develops and funds music-related therapy and
education programs, and serves members of the community who face unexpected hardships through its Diane
Holcomb Emergency Relief Fund. For more information,
go to www.acmliftinglives.org.
April 2014
The inaugural Tree Town
Music Festival, in Forest City,
Iowa, this Memorial Day
weekend (May 24-25), previously announced Brad
Paisley and Toby Keith as
headliners. The following
artists have been added to the
star-studded line-up: Brantley
Gilbert, Chris Young, Tyler Farr, Charlie Worsham, David
Nail, JT Hodges, Leah Turner, Sarah Darling and The Last
Ride. Tree Town Music Festival will feature “Little
Nashville,” a stage bringing the excitement of Nashville’s
world-famous Broadway to Iowa (Open to campers and
ticket-holders on Friday, May 23, from 6PM to 2AM and
during the festival.) with a variety of food vendors, rock
climbing, bounce houses and more. Set against the picturesque backdrop of Heritage Park, the festival will bring
non-stop music from two stages and other on-site entertainment during the day and a Country Music party night
under the stars. More info is available on their website.
The Swon Brothers Make Stunning Debut
On 81 Stations!
Arista Nashville’s
The Swon Brothers’
debut single, “Later
On,” received 81 combined Country
Aircheck and Billboard
Radio Adds in one
week, and the most
one-week adds of any debut single in Country Aircheck
history! The single, co-written by Ryan Hurd, Joey Hyde
and Justin Wilson, is also the No. 1 most added song on
Mediabase (March 4). “We are thrilled … Thank you SO
much to Country radio, our record label family, our team,
our amazing fans and everybody who has supported us.
We couldn’t be more grateful!” says Zach Swon. Colton
Swon adds, “You have blessed us beyond measure. God
bless all of you! Let’s do this thing!” Gary Overton,
Chairman & CEO of Sony Music Nashville, adds, “the
excitement and belief from Country radio has been
extraordinary. And because of this, The Swon Brothers
and Arista Nashville have made history!”
The Mountain Soul Vocal Competition
Honoring Dolly Parton Opens
The 10th Annual
Mountain Soul Vocal
Competition, which
pays tribute to hometown legend Dolly
Parton and her songwriting, is accepting
entries from Country music singers from across the
nation, who are encouraged to sing one of Dolly’s more
than 3,000 songs (before April 11) for a chance to win cash
and prizes and even a professional recording session in
Nashville, Tennessee. The Sevierville Chamber of
Commerce opened the entry period for the Mountain
Soul Vocal Competition, which is part of Sevierville’s
annual Bloomin’ BBQ & Bluegrass event May 16-17. “We’re
proud of the fact that … [this] is the only vocal competition in the world that specifically honors the songwriting
of Dolly Parton,” says Amanda Maples Marr, Marketing
Director, Sevierville Chamber of Commerce.
Taylor Swift’s The Red Tour To Asia In 2014
Seven-time Grammy Award-winner Taylor Swift has
finished a run of sold-out shows in London and Berlin
with The Red Tour. In response to strong fan demand,
Taylor is taking the tour to Southeast Asia in June, performing shows in Indonesia, the Philippines, Thailand,
Malaysia and Singapore. The Southeast Asia portion of
The Red Tour is presented by Cornetto and promoted by
AEG Live. The general public on-sale dates will vary by
market, and pre-sale tickets will be available. General ticketing information will be available at
www.taylorswift.com.
Taylor’s The Red Tour performance features two
stages, elaborate costumes, dancers and changing sets.
Taylor moves around the venue, giving every audience
member a great seat. Taylor plays electric guitar, banjo,
piano and acoustic guitar and changes costumes multiple
times over the
course of the
evening. Her
set features
several songs
from her
record-breaking Red
album, as well
as new takes
on other fan
favorites.
®
Country
Josh Turner Releases First Book April 29
Since signing
with MCA Nashville
in 2003, Country
music superstar
Josh Turner has sold
more than five million albums, had
four singles climb to
the top of the charts,
entertained fans
with sold-out shows
across the country,
received numerous
award nominations
and was one of the
youngest artists
asked to join the
®
Grand Ole Opry .
Throughout this successful and demanding career, his life
has remained strongly centered on his Christian faith and
his family. Sharing stories from both his life and lessons
he’s learned over the years as a son, brother, friend, husband and father, Turner has written his first book, Man
Stuff: Thoughts On Faith, Family, And Fatherhood,
which will be released April 29 with Thomas Nelson, an
imprint of Harper Collins Christian Publishing. Jase
Robertson, star of A&E’s hit television series Duck
Dynasty, will provide the forward for Man Stuff.
In the book’s introduction, Turner shares, “I was raised
in a strong Christian family in a tight-knit community in
rural South Carolina. I was taught essential life lessons,
like the value of a dollar, what hard work feels like and
how important an education is. I was taught why being
thoughtful, respectful, and considerate of others makes
life more fulfilling, and why trusting God with your life’s
decisions is wise. If all that sounds a little old-fashioned,
well, that’s because it is. And I’m okay with that.”
With his deep bass voice, Turner has become a favorite
and unforgettable hit-maker on Country radio, which has
garnered him an ACA Award for Single of the Year: Male;
®
six Inspirational Country Music Awards and has been
®
nominated for two Grammy Awards, five CMA Awards,
two ACM Awards, one CMT Award and seven ACA
Awards. His most recent album is Live Across America,
which is available exclusively at Cracker Barrel Old Country
®
Store and crackerbarrel.com, and Punching Bag, which is
available wherever music is sold. To support music and arts
education, he created The Josh Turner Scholarship Fund to
help students pursue their studies in these fields. Turner
and his wife Jennifer, whom he met as a student at
Nashville’s Belmont University, have three sons.
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Coountry
Bellamy Brothers Tour India And Sri Lanka
Country music’s
legendary duo the
Bellamy Brothers
are back stateside
following an extensive tour of India
and Sri Lanka.
Upon arriving in the
region, the brothers
learned they were
actually making history by becoming
the first Country
music act to tour in
those Asian countries. “When we
arrived, they told us
no other Country act had ever toured in these countries,
which came as a bit of a surprise,” notes David Bellamy.
“Collectively, the populations of India and Sri Lanka total
about 1.3 billion and we learned that [they] are huge fans
of our music. We sold out every show and [additional]
offers are on the table … to go back and tour again soon. It
was a very rewarding experience for us.”
Howard Bellamy adds, “It was rejuvenating to tour two
countries that we have never been to. It made me think
back to the beginning of our career and the excitement of
a new experience. Nothing gives you a broader outlook on
the rest of the world than touring in countries like India
and Sri Lanka. The fact that we appealed to a broad demographic in both countries and that these folks knew all
the words to our songs was very special for us.” While
touring the region, they sold out three shows, performing
before thousands in venues filled well beyond their
capacities. In addition to their 100+ US dates, the duo will
continue to tour throughout the year with stops in Brazil,
Australia, New Caledonia, Switzerland, Germany,
Norway, Denmark and Canada. The Bellamy Brothers’
international tour dates are booked exclusively by Judy
Seale/JSI International.
In addition to new music in conjunction with several of
the international tour stops, collaborations with Brazilian
rock star Eduardo Araújo and Swiss rock sensation Gölä
are in the planning stages. The brothers’ first album with
Gölä (BB&G: The Greatest Hits Sessions — released in
2010) debuted at No. 1 on the Swiss Music Chart and
reached double-platinum sales. A three-song EP and music
video are scheduled for a May/June release. The brothers’
40th anniversary album is set for a spring 2015 release and
will feature 15 new songs and 15 No. 1 hits on two discs.
Photo Credit: Judy Seale
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April 2014
Backstage At The Grand Ole Opry Released
®
The Grand Ole Opry
has released Backstage At
®
The Grand Ole Opry , a
new book treating fans to
an all-access, behind the
scenes look at Country
music’s most famous show.
The March release coincides with the Opry’s 40th Anniversary celebration of the
®
Grand Ole Opry House. Some of Country music’s most
popular stars share their stories from backstage, colorfully
illustrated by more than 250 exclusive photos. The book is
co-authored by Brenda Colladay and Dan Rogers, who
have over thirty years of experience working behind the
scenes at the Opry. Opry photographer Chris Hollo has
contributed dozens of photos, and vintage shots have
been mined from the show’s large archive. As Opry member Garth Brooks shares, “No offense … but the real show
is backstage. That’s the Opry.” The story of Brooks’ nerverattling first night, Carrie Underwood’s improbable first
encounter with ‘The’ Loretta Lynn and Vince Gill’s treasured time spent with Roy Acuff is shared in the book.
®
Maggie Sajak Featured In Justine Magazine
Country music newcomer
Maggie Sajak is featured in the
February/March 2014 issue of
Justine Magazine. The spread
takes readers behind-thescenes of Sajak’s busy life balancing her education at
Princeton University and managing her rising music career.
In the article, Sajak advises,
“confidence is the key to staying focused and not comparing yourself to other people.”
Sajak’s current single, “Wild Boy,” on Back East/GMV
Nashville, is currently charted on the national secondary
Music Row chart. “Wild Boy,” produced by Josh Leo
(Martina McBride, Love & Theft), is an upbeat, rhythmic
salute to a rebellious boy with a wild side. A video for the
single was shot at ACME Studios in
Brooklyn and was exclusively premiered by Teen Vogue. Sajak is currently back in the studio with producer Josh Leo putting the finishing
touches on her debut six-pack EP set
for an early summer release. She currently has five singles and two music
videos.
Charlie Daniels New Tribute CD
Charlie Daniels and The
CDB repays a debt of gratitude with Off The Grid —
Doin’ It Dylan, produced by
Charlie Daniels and Casey
Wood, (compilation producer David Corlew) to be
released April 1. Charlie
Daniels could never have
imagined in the late ‘60s that
answering a call from producer Bob Johnston to add his
guitar to three of Dylan’s Nashville projects (Nashville
Skyline, Self Portrait and New Morning ) would give him
confidence and legitimacy for his own destination as a
musical icon. His first album since 2007, Off The Grid is
‘Dylan, the Daniels way’ and the result is sheer musical
genius. “It was about 50 years ago when I first became aware
of Bob Dylan — and no, I was not naïve enough to … try to
emulate what he had done, or cop his licks. Nobody could do
that,” notes Daniels. “My ambitions were to provoke some
thought, color and [creativity] — in other words to be myself.”
Sister Trio Michaelis Signs With APA
Artist Management
Partners (APA) has
signed the sister trio
Michaelis. The
Michaelis sisters —
Meagan (25), Mallory
(21) and Madeline (18)
— have been winning
over audiences with
Pictured left to right: Steve
their soulful, sultry
Lassiter (APA), Cass Scripps
harmonies for more
(APA), Madeline Michaelis,
than a decade throughMeagan Michaelis, Mallory
Michaelis and Pete Olson (AMP) out their native Texas.
Photo Credit: Jeremy Westby Meagan sings lead
vocals, with Mallory
providing the low harmony and rhythm guitar, while
Madeline offers high harmony and multi-instrumental
talents. The trio is currently featured in Season 3 of
Troubadour, TX, with Kris Kristofferson, Wade Bowen,
Roger Creager, Randy Rogers and others. “These young
ladies are a breath of fresh air,” notes their agent Cass
Scripps at APA Nashville. “Incredible harmonies, standout songwriting and a vibrant stage presence are the trio’s
calling cards, and we’re excited to be on board so early in
their career.” “We’re in a good place right now,” notes
Meagan Michaelis. “We’re thrilled to be partnered with
APA Nashville and excited to get back out on the road.”
Country
Dolly Parton’s Blue Smoke World Tour
Continues Successfully
Iconic
singer, songwriter, musician, actress,
philanthropist and 2014
®
Grammy
Award-nominee, Dolly
Parton, has
concluded
her Australia
and New
Zealand leg,
selling out
two additional shows added. After returning home from Australia
and New Zealand, there is no slowing down for Dolly. In
May, Dolly will, once again, hit a few more markets in
America before heading across the pond for June concerts
in Europe as well as a return to the O2 Arena in London,
the venue where Dolly recorded and filmed An Evening
With … Dolly (Dolly Records), her widely praised DVD/CD
set that was certified Gold by the RIAA.
“It’s always great to perform at home in the good ol’
USA. We’re kicking off [the second half of] our Blue
Smoke World Tour right here at home. I love traveling all
over the world; but it’s true, there’s nothing like home,”
says Dolly Parton. After a widely successful tour of
Australia in 2011, Parton headed down under for her first
visit to New Zealand in over three decades as well as a
return visit to Australia. Both have “been so very good to
me for so many years … I love my fans in that part of the
world … It’s a long way from home, but I always feel like
I'm right at home!”
“Every time I tour Europe I’m just as excited as I was
my very first time, which was many, many years ago. I
love that part of the world and I especially love the fans,”
adds Parton. “We always have such a good time and I’ve
put together a lot of things for this show that I think the
fans will love. We had not planned to come back so soon,
but we got so much fan mail and such a great reaction
that I thought ‘Well, why not. If they’re having a good
time and we always do, let’s just do it’.” In 2011, Dolly
continued to receive accolades for what was her most
successful European and Australian tour of her 45-plus
year career —The Better Day Tour! During the 2011 tour,
Dolly performed for record-breaking attendances in both
Europe and Australia, surpassing her previous attendance records.
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No. 1 Lettin’ The Night Roll
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Get Me Some Of That
19 You + Me
Love Is War
Muscadine
Makin’ This Boy Go Crazy
Slip On By
Halfway To Wasted
Cut Offs
Best Seat In The House
South Of Me
Lies I Told Myself
Somewhere Between
July In Cheyenne
Make Each Moment Last
Raise The Dead
Tippin’ Point
Want Me Too
Gypsy Soul
All Good In The Woods
Diggin’ Holes
The Call
Goodnight Kiss
Baby I Try For You
I’m That Guy
Miles And Mud Tires
Bottoms Up
Til The Town Burns Down
Why God Made Love Songs
Yeah
Wild Boy
Please Don’t
Keep Them Kisses Comin’
Safe
The Heart Of Dixie
The South
Moonlight Crush
Get Your Redneck On
Lipstick In Bed
What If
Peace Sign
Back Then
A Little Bit
Take The L Out Of Lover
Doin’ It Right
Strong
Small Town Love
Can’t Take The US From The USA
Wild In Your Smile
Invisible
When She Says Baby
Carolina
It’s Working
Strong One
This Is How We Roll
Loser
Slide On Over
I Don’t Dance
Countryfied
Broke
Wake Up Lovin’ You
Lay It On Me
I Wonder If You Ever Think Of Me
The Way I Loved You
The Last Song
Resident Redneck
Wherever You Are
At Least I’m Feeling Again
Ball Cap
Us Again
Long Hot Winter
Girls Will Be Girls
Pain In My Heart
Smile That Smile
I Listen To My Bad Girl
Justin Moore
Valory Music
Thomas Rhett
Valory Music
Dan + Shay
Warner Brothers
American Young
Curb
The Sins Country
GTR Nashville
Dylan Scott
Sidewalk Records
Austin Webb
Streamsound Records
Breelan Angel
MisBhavin’ Records
Josh Pruno
Lawrence Music Group
LoCash Cowboys
Average Joes Entertainment
Robby Johnson
Contrast Music Records
Ty Herndon
FUNL/Flying Island
Taylor Made
LG Records
Aaron Watson
HTK Records
Ryan Broshear
Painted Horse
Chris Weaver Band
American Roots Records
Dallas Smith
Big Loud Mountain-Republic Nashville
Charlie Worsham
Warner Bros.
Skylar Elise
Sugar Money Records
Hoyt Hughes
Blue Bolt Records
Brent Cobb
Carnival Recording Company
Garth Brooks featuring Trisha Yearwood
Pearl Records
Randy Houser
Stoney Creek Records
Tim Sweeney
Oil House Records
Sean Patrick McGraw
Little Engine Records
Granger Smith
Pioneer Music
Brantley Gilbert
Valor Music
Seth Hopkins
County Road Records
Joel Crouse
Show Dog-Universal
Joe Nichols
Reds Bow
Maggie Sajak
Back East Records/GMV
Jordan Anderson
GTR
Craig Campbell
Bigger Picture
Katie Armiger
Cold River
Danielle Bradbery
Republic Nashville
The Cadillac Three
Big Machine
Outshyne
Millstar Entertainment
Krystal Keith
Show Dog/Universal Music
Lisa Lambert
Independent
Samantha Landrum
Reviver
Jo Dee Messina
Dreambound Records
Callie Bobsin
Stillbrook Records
Kate McRae
KM Music
Jeremy Phifer
JP Music
Rodney Atkins
Curb
Will Hoge
Prospector-Crescendo
Casey Donahew Band
Almost Country Entertainment
Joe Loftus
AMG
Dustin Lynch
Broken Bow
Hunter Hayes
Atlantic Records
Jason Aldean
Broken Bow
Parmalee
Stoney Creek Records
Summer Schappell
615 Records
Philip Claypool
Heyday Record
Florida Georgia Line featuring Luke Bryan
Republic Nashville
Stephanie Grace
SMG Records
Due West
Sovereign 3 Records
Lee Brice
Curb
Jared Blake
Skiddco Records
Tim Ash
SMG
Craig Morgan
Black River Entertainment
Alexandra Demetree featuring Wes Hayden
SSM Nashville
Dennis Michael
DM Music
Ashley Nicole
Independent
DownDay
Render Records
Matt Farris
Skytone Records
Western Avenue
WA-MTS
Brad Puckett
SMG
Glen Templeton
Black River Entertainment
Chuck Wicks
Blaster Records
James Robert Webb
Bison Creek Records
Sherry Lynn
Steal Heart
Herrick
Herrick
Weston Burt
HitShop Records/Warner Nashville
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PowerSource
49th Annual Academy Of Country Music Award Nominations Announced
®
The 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards,
®
Country Music’s Party of the Year , honoring Country
music’s superstars and hottest emerging talent will be
aired live from MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on
Sunday, April 6. Hosted by four-time ACM Award-winner
Blake Shelton and reigning ACM Entertainer of the Year
Luke Bryan, the ACM Awards are produced by dick clark
productions for television and will be on 8PM ET/delayed
PT on the CBS Television Network. Entertainer of the Year
and the New Artist of the Year Presented by Kohl’s were
chosen by fans and members. Nominees were revealed via
the Academy’s Facebook and Twitter sites during the third
annual ACM digital press conference in January, so a brief
recap follows.
Miranda Lambert and Tim McGraw
lead with 7 nominations. The reigning
ACM Female Vocalist of the Year
Lambert earned seven, including her
third for Entertainer of the Year and
Miranda eighth consecutive nod for Female
Lambert Vocalist of the Year. Additionally, she
was nominated for Single Record of the Year, Song of the
Year and Video of the Year for “Mama’s Broken Heart,”
and twice for Vocal Event of the Year for both “We Were
Us” with Keith Urban and “Boys ‘Round Here” as part of
the Pistol Annies. Tim McGraw also
received seven nominations, including
Video of the Year for “Highway Don't
Care” featuring Taylor Swift & Keith
Urban; selected twice for Album of the
Year, Single Record of the Year and
Tim
McGraw
Vocal Event of the Year awards as both
the artist and producer.
Keith Urban received six, including
Male Vocalist of the Year, Single Record
of the Year and Video of the Year. In
Vocal Event of the Year, he is nominated
for “Highway Don’t Care” with Tim
McGraw and Taylor Swift, as well as
Keith
Urban
nominated twice for “We Were Us” with
Miranda Lambert as the artist and producer.
Lee Brice, Kacey Musgraves, Blake
Shelton and Taylor Swift received 5
nominations each. Lee Brice’s nominations included his first ever Male
Vocalist of the Year and Video of the Year
and his fourth consecutive nod for Song Lee
Brice
of the Year. Also, he was nominated
twice in the Single Record of the Year
category as the artist and producer for “I
Drive Your Truck.” With the same number of nominations, Kacey Musgraves
earned her second consecutive nods for
Kacey
Female Vocalist of the Year and Video of
Musgraves
the Year. She is being considered for
Song of the Year and twice in the Album of the Year category, as the artist and producer, for Same
Trailer Different Park. Blake Shelton’s
nominations include his third consecutive nomination for Entertainer of the
Year and fourth nod for Male Vocalist of
the Year. Shelton also received a nomination for Album of the Year, Song of
Blake Shelton
the Year and Vocal Event of the Year.
Taylor Swift has received her fifth consecutive nod for the
highest honor and seventh consecutive
nod for Female Vocalist of the Year. She
also received a nomination for Single
Record of the Year, Video of the Year
and Vocal Event of the Year for
Taylor
“Highway Don’t Care” with Tim
Swift
McGraw and Keith Urban.
Reigning New Artist of the Year,
Florida Georgia Line earned four,
including their second consecutive
nod for Vocal Duo of the Year. They
Florida
also earned nominations for Album
Georgia Line
of the Year, Single Record of the Year
and Vocal Event of the Year. Lady Antebellum’s four nominations include their sixth nod for Vocal Group of the
Year. They are also nominated for Single Record of the
Year, Song of the Year and Vocal Event of the Year for
“Wagon Wheel” with Darius Rucker.
Luke Bryan and Darius Rucker end the
multiple nominations with 3 each. Luke
Bryan received his second consecutive
nomination for Entertainer of the Year
and Male Vocalist of the Year. He also
earned an Album of the Year nomination
Luke Bryan
for Crash My Party.
Darius Rucker’s three awards include
Single Record of the Year, Song of the Year
and Vocal Event of the Year for “Wagon
Wheel” featuring Lady Antebellum. Voting
procedures and a complete list of nomiDarius Rucker
nees are on the ACM’s website. PS
April 2014
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Saturdays
By: Guy Hatcher, CFP®
As children, Saturdays mean we don’t have to go to
about 1,248 Saturdays. Along the journey of life, if we’re
school. We can sleep in and wake up just in time for our
lucky, wisdom will accompany our age. Life has certainly
favorite Saturday morning cartoons. As we get older and
changed since those days of looking forward to Saturday
interested in more mature matters, like the opposite sex,
morning cartoons. Things that were once so monumental
Saturday’s become the standard date night where we
in life have tempered with time. It seems that success is
cruise the strip, head to the drive-in or gather around the
no longer defined by acquiring “stuff,” but has developed
TV for a romantic comedy. As time goes on and we decide into something a bit more significant.
on that one person we
For me the age old
For
me
the
age
old
questions
of
“Why
am
I
here?”
just can’t live without,
questions of “Why am
Saturday mornings
and “What is really my purpose in life?” have con- I here?” and “What is
soon transition into
really my purpose in
tinued to vibrate in my conscious. I have searched life?” have continued
Honey-Do lists and
laundry. Eventually,
to vibrate in my conmy entire life for my purpose and finally realize
and it happens before
scious. I have searched
I was using the wrong coordinates to locate it.
we even know it,
my entire life for my
Saturday comes around yet again. Only this time, when
purpose and finally realize I was using the wrong coordiwe wake up, we have no idea what day it is!
nates to locate it. By utilizing the map the world gave me, I
As the world continues to spin around my seemingly
have taken the long journey to arrive where God has placed
motionless body, the tick of life’s clock echoes in my mind me to walk out my life. It didn’t have to be that way, the
— the sound reminds me that my days are numbered.
long way, but I did not understand that he had a specific call
“Show me, Lord, my life’s end and the number of my
on my life. Gray hairs and a little wisdom have allowed me
days; let me know how fleeting my life is.” Psalm 39:4
to understand that call. Now I understand more fully the
(NIV)
reason he created me and what he desires for my life.
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my actions and words can and do leave implications for
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Matthew Hagee Embraces A New Season
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Leading pastor, author
and recording artist
Matthew Hagee took center stage for A New
Season, on his March 18
Difference Media/Capitol
Christian Distribution
solo debut. Produced by
Michael Sykes (Oak
Ridge Boys, Gaither Vocal
Band), the project features 11 Inspirationally-focused Country selections.
Highlights of A New Season include the debut single,
“I Don’t Want To Get Adjusted.” Hagee co-penned the
songs “This Ain’t Nothin’” and “My Nomination.” “That’s
Jesus” was co-written by Hagee’s father, internationallyrenowned evangelist Pastor John Hagee. The project also
showcases a new arrangement of the beloved classic “The
Day He Wore My Crown,” featuring guest contributions
from Larry Stewart and David Innis of legendary Country
group Restless Heart.
“I am constantly trying to encourage people that God is
a God of new beginnings and second chances,” Hagee says
of the project’s theme. “Regardless of what they’ve gone
through, if they’re breathing, God’s got better things in
store. It’s a new season. There’s something better waiting
for everybody.”
Executive pastor of the 20,000-member Cornerstone
Church in San Antonio, Texas, where he preaches alongside his father, Matthew Hagee is the author of Shaken,
Not Shattered (Charisma House). A husband and father of
four, Hagee is a member of the Dove Award-winning
Southern Gospel quartet Canton Junction and also records
and tours with his family’s vocal group, The Hagees.
Difference Media is a division of Cornerstone Church,
founded and pastored by John Hagee. The label features
some of the leading names in Gospel music, including
Aaron & Amanda Crabb, Canton Junction, Matthew Hagee,
Tim Duncan, The Cornerstone Sanctuary Choir, John Hagee
and The Hagees. A non-denominational evangelical church,
Cornerstone Church is home to John Hagee Ministries,
which telecasts Pastor Hagee’s radio and television teachings
throughout America and in more than 190 countries around
the globe. The ministry also operates GETV, a 24/7 online television and video on-demand broadcast of sermons and
original programming, as well as music videos and performances by Difference Media artists.
April 2014
News
Switchfoot! 100% Plugged In
Switchfoot
is ready to
embark on
their Spring
headlining
tour, with
special guests
Kopecky
Family Band and The Royal Concept. They are bringing
lasers and much more. “We think this tour is gonna rule,”
announces Switchfoot. “Right now, we’re gearing up for a
full-on Rock show — no more California campfires and
stripped down performances. We’re bringing a full-on,
100% plugged-in Switchfoot show this time around, and
we absolutely can’t wait to play new songs from Fading
West as well as your old favorites.” Be sure to watch
Switchfoot Spring Tour Training on YouTube to see how
Switchfoot is preparing to meet the massive audiences.
Great fun and music are planned for each date, so get
your tickets now. Don’t wait — they will sell-out fast.
Gene McDonald Joins THe Booth Brothers
For Quartet Project
Bass singer Gene McDonald
joined The Booth Brothers for a
Quartet project in 2013, which
has received an Absolutely
Gospel Nomination. As a result
of the Memphis Quartet Show,
Gene joined with Ronnie and
Michael Booth along with Jim
Brady, to create what was certainly a unique sound for The Booth
Brothers. Nick Bruno produced the project and played
piano. Gene shares the nomination with the Booth
Brothers and Nick Bruno.
Gene has long been known as the premiere bass singer
having traveled first with the Florida Boys and more
recently with the Gaither Vocal Band. Bass singers have
always been a highlight of any quartet. When you think of
some of your favorite singers through the years figures
such as George Younce and Tim Riley must come to your
mind. Gene McDonald stands tall in that company. He is
truly a gentle giant among Gospel music singers. This
quartet project of the Booth Brothers with Gene will be a
favorite for years to come.
Lily Isaacs Strikes Publishing Deal
In October, Lily Isaacs
(matriarch of the popular Dove
award-winning gospel group
Isaacs) and New Leaf
Publishing Group (Green
Forest, Arizona) agreed to a
publishing contract. Lily’s autobiography, You Don’t Cry Out
Loud, will be out May 2014
and offers an extremely personal look at her life, including:
growing up in a Jewish family, surviving breast cancer
and overcoming relationship struggles. New Leaf
Publishing Group is honored to partner with such an
influential Christian voice and has begun the pre-order
sale of her book on Amazon.com.
A talented daughter of Holocaust survivors, Lily Isaacs
is a woman who has felt pain, loss and the incomparable
joy of a life with Jesus Christ. Co-founder and current
member of the Isaacs whose 35-year career includes performances at the Grand Ole Opry®, Gaither Homecoming
Concerts and more, Lily has experienced incredible highs
and very deep lows. Above all, Lily’s steady refrain has
been one of God’s constant love, comfort and strength.
The Talleys Stand The Test of Time
As one of the most
beloved and respected
groups in Christian music,
The Talleys bring their
unmistakable style of progressive Southern Gospel to
another signature release for
the Horizon Records label.
This group has created a stylistically diverse collection
of classic songs paired with inspired new Ballads —
“Hidden Heroes” and “What We Leave Behind”— that pay
tribute to parents whose legacy will stand the test of time.
Some say that a good song is built on a clever hook, or a
unique melody. According to The Talleys, “These songs
have lasted because they’re true. In a world that’s always
changing, these remain: faith, hope and love. These are
the things that stand The Test Of Time. ”
This East-Tennessee family — Roger, wife Debra and
their daughter Lauren — have been fixtures on the popular Gaither Homecoming Series since 1999. They have
traveled the world performing over 100 concerts each
year and their recordings have led to numerous awards
and nominations.
PowerGospel
Kutless Excited About New CD Glory
Kutless is so excited and proud about
their new CD Glory
and the hard work
put into every song.
As worship leaders
in Portland, Oregon,
they have always had
a heart for Worship
as well as a love of
upbeat, Rock ’N’ Roll
music. They realized
the opportunity to
bring these two strengths together and to create a
Worship record of all original songs that could be sung by
a congregation and maintain a worshipful atmosphere,
while sonically pressing forward and bringing a bit of an
edge and enthusiasm to these worship songs. This record
is designed to encourage people to worship in Spirit and
in truth and bring fresh life to Sunday morning worship
services, a daily commute or any time you simply want to
sing out loud and worship Jesus. It is a congregational
Worship CD, yet still distinctly a Kutless record. And as
James Mead states, “I believe it captures both our musical
strengths as well as our distinct heart for worship.”
“We are a Rock and Worship band,” expresses Kutless,
“It is who we are. It is who we have always been. We have
progressed and changed a bit over the years, but these two
core elements have always been the backbone to the
music that we write and record.” The group has been
focusing on the ministry aspect,” James Mead explains,
“but it is easy to get caught up in the glitter of the music
industry, but we feel that God has called us to focus on
sharing His love with people. We have a heart for evangelism and we hope that our music can continue to open
doors so that we can continue to share the Gospel with
those who need to hear it.”
The Portland-based band has released seven studio
albums on BEC Recordings. Kutless has two RIAA Goldselling albums for Strong Tower and Live From Portland.
The band has had 12 No. 1 radio singles across all formats
including their major hits “Strong Tower,” “What Faith
Can Do” and “Carry Me To The Cross.” Launched by the
original members
Jon Micah
Sumrall, lead
vocals, and guitarist James Mead
in 2000 and now,
includes Nick de
Partee and Kyle
Peek.
April 2014
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PowerGospel
Show Hope Empowers Younger Generation The Music City Show First Season Success
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When Show Hope™
opened its doors ten
years ago, they recognized the importance of
an intergenerational
movement and have
committed to utilize and
empower the younger generation during their formative
years where worldviews are shaped and values are established. This commitment led to the 2010 launch of Show
Hope’s Student Initiatives, which encompasses The
Movement Club for high schools as well as the Red Bus
Project for college students. In just over three years, more
than 15,000 students have been empowered to care for
orphans through these programs!
Along with The Movement Club and Red Bus Project,
students are becoming Show Hope™ sponsors, raising
funds as adoption advocates and going overseas on Show
Hope short-term trips. Throughout this movement to care
for orphans, Show Hope™ is excited to see how the
younger generation is leading the charge to show hope to
those in need. Recently, Show Hope™ highlighted the high
school-focused program, The Movement Club.
The Movement is a group of student-led, orphan care
service clubs found in numerous high schools across
America. The program began when a group of high school
students in Tennessee wanted to reach their peers to “be
the difference” in the life of an orphan. They are as unique
as Show Hope; it is the only organization establishing
orphan care clubs in high schools nationwide. To date,
there are 21 clubs across the USA with plans to open
more. High school students from Franklin, Tennessee,
Emily Suttle and Julia Minucci, both lead their school’s
Movement Club and have already made a huge difference
in the lives of orphans. They recently put on Concert For
A Cause, a local benefit concert that raised close to $1,000
for the Tennessee Baptist Children’s Home.
“Show Hope has provided such an amazing opportunity for students to become involved with orphan and foster care. The Movement has allowed me to use my heart
for orphan care and in turn let me serve others.” shares
Emily Suttle. Julia Minucci adds, “Working with the Show
Hope Student Initiatives and the Movement Club has
been an incredible
experience in my
life … I believe that
when students
come together for
an incredible
cause, something
magical happens.”
April 2014
The Music City Show successfully ends a first season
with Ernie Haase and
Signature Sound. Ernie
Haase was the tenor for
the Cathedral Quartet
and now, he and
Signature Sound are
packing auditoriums
across the country.
The show has developed a
loyal following of 100,000+ viewers per week, which is
growing weekly. New shows are in the planning stages to
bring more of Gospel Music’s favorite artists and groups.
Those who have participated are the Blackwood Brothers,
Booth Brothers, Bowling Family, Gene McDonald, Greater
Vision, Legacy 5, Karen Peck and New River, Tim
Lovelace, Aaron Wilburn, Kevin Williams, Southern
Raised, the world famous Blue Jean Band and more. You
never want to miss out on the Positive Cowboy Jim
Sheldon rounding out the show. “I am amazed with the
response we have received from fans across North
America,” states Scott Godsey of Godsey and Associates,
“Season 2 is going to be even better and more exciting!”
The Williamsons Releases CD Project
The
Williamsons
from Weleetka,
Oklahoma, are
excited about
the release of
the new CD
Counting My
Blessings featuring Lisa
Williamson. This project is a mixture of songs written by
Dottie Rambo and Kevin Wright along with five songs by
Lisa. It showcases Lisa’s variety in writing, such as
Ballads, Story Songs and a children’s song sang by daughters, Sadie and Olivia Williamson.
The first radio single is titled “This Army Keeps
Marching On” with Vertical Sky. “I am so excited to be
working with the Williamsons,” said Donna King, “and to
get to produce a recording is really exciting for me.” Lisa
says, “A good friend of ours showed me the original
recording of this song, and I immediately fell in love with
it. What a message! We may be weary but the army of God
keeps marching on.” As usual, she did a great job on a
great song and it can be purchased on their website.
Jason Gray New CD
Centricity Music
singer-songwriter Jason
Gray released his latest
project, Love Will Have
The Final Word, on March
4. In true Gray fashion, the
album is a soul-stirring
collection of songs that
speaks to the redeeming
power of unfailing love.
Produced by Jason Ingram
(Chris Tomlin, Sanctus Real, Tenth Avenue North) and
Cason Cooley (Derek Webb, Andrew Peterson), sonically
the record blends Gray’s acoustic guitar with touches of
banjo, mandolin and sweeping pop. Its mood is often
somber, thoughtful and enthusiastic, mirroring the album’s
powerful lyrics. Gray co-wrote every track with an all-star
team including Ingram, Andy Gullahorn, Ben Glover, Josh
Wilson and Nichole Nordeman. Gray’s Love Will Have The
Final Word asserts that the ultimate victory has been won
for us . . . Love has spoken. “I hope when people hear the
record they are persuaded that God deeply loves them for
who they are,” explains Gray, “and not for who they think
they should be.”
Tamela Mann Awarded NAACP Image Award
Grammy -Award Nominated
Vocalist Tamela Mann received a
NAACP Image Award during the
45th NAACP Image Awards in
Pasadena, California. Tamela
was awarded for Outstanding
Gospel Album (Traditional or
Contemporary) of The Year for
her CD Best Days Deluxe Edition,
marking her first NAACP Image Award. “I give praise and
thanks to the Lord for the many blessings, and I’m thankful to everyone for the strong support of my music,” said
Tamela. “I’m honored to be recognized by the NAACP and
to share my music with a new audience. All of the glory
goes to Him.” After performing live on the NAACP Image
Award on FOX in 2010, Tamela received her first NAACP
Image Award nomination that same year for Outstanding
Gospel Album (Traditional or Contemporary) of The Year
for her CD The Master Plan and two nominations in 2013
for Outstanding Female Artist and Outstanding Gospel
Album (Traditional
or Contemporary) of
The Year for her CD
Best Days.
®
NewSong’s Winter Jam 2014
PowerGospel
With more than 30,000 people in attendance at
Atlanta’s Georgia Dome, the Inaugural Winter Jam 2014
Dome Spectacular is the biggest single event in the
groundbreaking tour’s 19-year history. Marking another
milestone for the mega event, more than 500 attendees
committed to sponsoring a child through Holt
International, the largest one-night sponsorship response
in Winter Jam history. Along with Winter Jam’s stellar
line-up — Newsboys, Lecrae, Tenth Avenue North,
Thousand Foot Krutch, Plumb, NewSong, Colton Dixon,
Love & The Outcome, Everfound, Derek Minor and evangelist Nick Hall — the Dome Spectacular also included
multiple guests. Guinness World Record-holding high
wire artist Nik Wallenda successfully walked a tightrope
across the Georgia Dome, while Duck Dynasty’s Reed
®
Robertson, Grammy -nominated multi-Dove Award winner David Crowder and University of Georgia head football coach Mark Richt made special appearances.
The Winter
Jam 2014
Dome
Spectacular
also featured
the all-day
“JAM ZONE
Presented by
KIA,” which
NewSong drew an estimated 7,500 people. Held at the adjacent World Congress
Center, the free expo included a Winter Jam artist autograph booth, more than 85 local business and exhibitor
booths, and food and merchandise vendors, among many
other activities. “Winter Jam at the Georgia Dome was a
historic night for the tour,” said NewSong’s Eddie
Carswell, creator of Winter Jam. “Our special guests and
the JAM ZONE at the World Congress Center helped
bring out a record number of people. It was a great night
of encouraging Christians in Atlanta and sharing the
Gospel with people who don’t know Christ.” Promoted by
Premier Productions and presented by Holt
International, NewSong’s Winter Jam 2014 Tour
Spectacular hit 48 cities, before it concluded on March
30. A complete list of Winter Jam 2014 West dates and
cities are coming soon to jamtour.com.
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Sonlite
Preacher Tell Me Like It Is
Greater Vision
Daywind
Whenever I Hear His Name
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Daywind
He Can Move That Stone
Whisnants
United Independent Artists
If I’m Guilty
Aaron & Amanda Crabb
Daywind
I See Grace
Booth Brothers
Footprints On The Water
Gold City
New Haven
Sweeter As The Days Go By Canton Junction
Difference Media Group
Seven Days
Red Roots
Red Hen
Wonderful Time Up There
Mark Trammell Quartet
Daywind
So Good
Charlotte Ritchie
Jane’s Girl Music
The Blood And Its Power
Perrys
Daywind
It Wouldn’t Bother Me To Be The Last Mark Bishop
Sonlite/Crossroads
The Closer I Get To The Cross Crist Family
Horizon
Long Live The King
The Old Paths
Crossroads
I Need You
Wisecarvers
Skyland Records
Jesus Can Change Your Life Mylon Hayes Family
Independent
Lift Up His Name
Browders
Independent
Nothing But Love
Brian Free & Assurance
Daywind
When I Get Home
Primitive Quartet
Mountain Heritage
Shine
Zane And Donna King
Independent
I Know How It Feels To Survive Jeff & Sheri Easter
Spring Hill Music
Because He Loved Me
Triumphant Quartet
AMP Production Group
Lead Me Home
Freemans
Independent
I Still Am Your Child
Watts, Rowsey & Bean
Daywind
Love Is Stronger
Jason Crabb
Spring House Music Group
A Hill Worth Dying On
McKameys
Horizon/Crossroads
Oh I Want To See Him
Taylors
We’ll Work
Cathedrals Family Reunion
Provident
Let The Healing Begin
Guardians Quartet
Independent
Meanwhile Back At The Cross Gordon Mote feat. Voices Of Lee New Haven Records
Isaacs
Gaither Music Group
Wake The Land
11th Hour
Crossroads
Some Day
East Ridge Boys
Independent
God’s Gonna Send A Revival Tribute Quartet
Sonlite
When He Calls I’ll Fly Away
Talleys
Horizon
No Two Ways
Inspirations
Horizon
Funeral Plans
Wilburn & Wilburn
Daywind
Thank You Lord
Soul’d Out Quartet
Crossroads Music
Why Won’t Matter
Stubborn Love
Independent
But For The Cross
LeFevre Quartet
Activate Records
Cookes And The Hinsons
Zach & Rodney
Daywind
Finish Well
Karen Peck & New River
Crossroads
Either Way
Morgan Easter
Daywind
Somebody’s Believing
Bowling Family
RiverHill Music Group
Jesus Saves
Steve Ladd
Oak Hill Music
Rock And Redeemer
Browns
StowTown
Walking With My Eyes On Jesus Beyond The Ashes
StowTown
The Blood Of Jesus
Bledsoes
Independent
God Has Been Good to Me
Barry Rowland & Deliverance
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Adam Crabb
Daywind
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Ricky Atkinson & Compassion Resting Place Records
Makes Me Wanna Go
Skyline Boys
Independent
One More Goliath
Carolina Boys
Skyland Records
Higher Ground
Adam Crabb
Daywind
This Time I’m The One
Bradys
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Look What God Is Doing
Hope’s Journey
Morris Music Group
This World Is Not My Home
Amanda Fessant
HIS Ministries
Stronger
TaRanda Greene
Independent
Jesus Is More Than Enough Master’s Voice
Spin-N-Motion
The Next Cloud (re-released) Kingsmen
New Haven
My Lord Will Lead Me Home Lesters
Independent
Over The Next Hill
Tim Livingston
Independent
My Sins Are Gone
Monty Lane Allen
Independent
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The Talleys
Crossroads
Salvation Station
Three Bridges
Mansion Entertainment
Show A Little Bit Of Love And Kindness Collingsworth Family
StowTown Records
Let The Rocks Keep Silent
Rick Webb Family
Song Garden Music Group
Psalm 23
Wilbanks
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This Story Of My Life
Sharron Kay King
Independent
Living In The Palace
Legacy Five
Daywind
Tell Me The Story Of Jesus
Ivan Parker
Horizon
Revival
Karen Peck & New River
Crossroads
Above The Storm
Breakin’ Ground
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I’ll Take You Home
Hoppers
Spring Hill Music Group
In The Depths Of The Sea
Devin McGlamery
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Fourth Man
Great Day
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Roll Back
Dixie Melody Boys
Bring It All To Him
Joyaires
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Prayers Go Up, Healing Comes Down Austin Foster
Independent
Gone, Gone, Gone
Debra Perry & Jaidyn’s Call
Independent
Heavy End Of The Cross
Back Home
Independent
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McKameys
Horizon
He Still Bares The Scars
Lore Family
Independent
When I Could Not Pray
Michael Frost Trio
Chapel Valley
Do It By The Book
David Staton
Never Lost A Fight
Beelers
Independent
Still The Cross
Big Mo
Near Eternity Productions
It’s Never Too Late
Tina Wakefield
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Have I Told You Lately
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Tammy Jones Robinette
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Makin’ A New Start
His Heart Quartet
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If I Know Him
Down East Boys
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Ivan Parker
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BLUEGRASS News
30 Years For David Davis —
And A Major Award
David Davis (center) with
the Warrior River Boys
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Alabama’s David Davis celebrates 30 years in Bluegrass
music in 2014, which will be capped off by his induction
into the National Old Time Country Music Hall of Fame
in August. Davis, along with his Warrior River Boys, has
been running the road playing traditional Bluegrass since
the Fall of 1984. He is currently a Rebel Recording artist,
and had previously recorded for Rounder, Wango and
Time Life. Now touring as the Warrior River Boys are
Marty Hays, bass; Robert Montgomery, banjo; Stan
Wilemon, guitar and Ben Sanders on fiddle. Davis plays
mandolin and sings lead.
Davis’ Hall of Fame induction will be during the 39th
annual Old-Time Music Festival at the Plymouth County
Fairgrounds in LeMars, Iowa, August 25-31. “Davis is among
this year’s class,” explains Bob Everhart, director of the
National Traditional Country Music Association, which has
run their Hall of Fame since 1978, “David is a very deserving
guy. He will be joining some famous Bluegrass folks from
the past. Among them is Bill Monroe, considered the
‘Father of Bluegrass’ music. Not many Bluegrass folks know
that there is quite a story about Monroe when he came to
Iowa in 1934. He met his wife, a pretty girl from Clarinda.
He and his brother Charley performed as a duet at that time
on KFNF radio in Shenandoah, Iowa, and it was their very
first ‘paying’ music gig. [Some say that] the brothers had a
terrible fight over the girl.”
“In the Hall of Fame,” continues Everhart, “is the suit
®
worn by Bill Monroe on his last Grand Ole Opry performance, including his tie and Opry tie-pin. David’s
items will be on display at this same location in the Hall
of Fame.” Davis is proud to be listed in such company. “It
is definitely a special honor to be inducted. In fact, there
are so many different types of artists and different segments of American music genres represented, which
makes it even more significant,” shares Davis.
April 2014
The Roys Top Bluegrass Artist At IAMA
The Roys, award-winning
brother-sister duo, were
named Top Bluegrass Artist
at the 10th Annual
International Acoustic Music
Awards (IAMA) in February.
The IAMA promotes excellence in acoustic music performance and artistry,
acoustic artists in various genres. “Another Minute,” a
song penned by Lee Roy in fond remembrance of his
grandfather and released on The Roys’ recent hit-album
Gypsy Runaway Train, competed against thousands of
entries from all over the world. Winners were chosen by a
Blue Ribbon Judging Committee comprised of music
industry professionals including A&R managers from
record labels, publishers and producers and judged equally on music performance, production, originality, lyrics,
melody and composition. “What an honor it is to be recognized internationally for this song!” says an elated Lee
Roy. “My grandfather was such an incredible person, and
the time I had with him was so precious! As Elaine Roy
explains, “We couldn’t be more thrilled!”
Carlene Carter To Release
First New Recordings In A Decade!
Carter Girl, Carlene Carter’s
first album in a decade, will be
released April 8 by Rounder
Records. The album was produced by Don Was, mixed by
Bob Clearmountain and is, in a
very literal way, Carlene’s personal homage to her Carter
Family roots and to the ethos
that has been the foundation of much of America's music
for almost 90 years. As the daughter of June Carter Cash
and Country music great Carl Smith, the granddaughter
of Mother Maybelle Carter and stepdaughter of Johnny
Cash, Carlene says it has been her life-long goal to make
this record. “The songs on the album cover three generations of Carter Family music,” she notes. In fact, she
shares writing credit with A.P. Carter on “Lonesome
Valley 2003,” an updating of the Carter Family patriarch's
“Lonesome Valley” that reflects the loss of Carlene's mother, sister and stepfather eleven years ago.
Bluegrass
Red, White And Bluegrass 2014
Changes Dates And Schedule
July 4 has long
been a big holiday
in the Bluegrass
world. Bluegrass
and picnics seem
to be as natural as
peanut butter and
jam. For the past
ten years, the Red,
White and Bluegrass Festival in Morganton, North
Carolina, has run the five days up to Independence Day —
including a big fireworks display to close things out — but
the 2014 schedule presented a dilemma. With the 4th
landing on a Friday, a festival running five days leading
up to that date would have ended up Monday-Friday with
no weekend days at all. So Festival Manager Gary
Leonhardt decided to push it back a week, and go to a
three day format. This year the event will run June 26-28,
at the same location (Catawba Meadows Park), and all the
music and fun into a compressed schedule.
No. 1 That Janie Baker
Carolina Chocolate
Drops founding member
Rhiannon Giddens was
awarded the Sam Ragan
Fine Arts Award at St.
Andrews University. The
presentation was made
to Ms. Giddens on February 20 during the weekly Writers’
Forum in North Carolina. Ms. Giddens, a Greensboro
native, attended the North Carolina School of Science and
Math before moving her career choice to music. The Sam
Ragan Fine Arts Award has previously been presented to
former North Carolina Governor, Bob Scott (67th
Governor of the state of North Carolina from 1969 to 1973)
and News Anchor David Brinkley (at NBC and ABC in a
career lasting from 1943 to 1997) among others. The Sam
Ragan Fine Arts Award, created in 1981 to honor Ragan,
North Carolina's first Secretary of Cultural Resources, is
presented annually to recognize outstanding contributions to the Fine Arts of North Carolina.
BLUEGRASS
Marty Raybon & Full Circle
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That Janie Baker
It’s Just A Road
Dear Sister
Darker The Night, The Better I See
Gypsy Runaway Train
What’ll I Do
Pickin’ Like A Girl
Empire
I Know How It Feels To Survive
Blacktop
When I Get Home
More Life
Big Blue Raindrops
Long Haul Trucking Man
That’s Kentucky
Funeral Plans
That’s All She Wrote
Martha White, Lester & Earl
Wild Mountain Honey
A Man Like Me
Grandpa Was My Guide
Love Does
The Lives Of The Innocent
That’s Just The Way I Roll
Old McDonald Sold The Farm
Uneven Road
Blue Skies
He Included Me
Go & Tell Jesus
When I Get My Pay
All We Ever Do Is Say Goodbye
Blues Rollin’ In
Double Or Nothing
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Fine Arts Award Presented To Carolina
Chocolate Drops Rhiannon Giddens!
Artist
Marty Raybon & Full Circle
The Boxcars
Claire Lynch
Gibson Brothers
The Roys
Terry Baucom with Sam Bush
Daughters Of Bluegrass
Isaacs
Della Mae
Jeff & Sheri Easter
Alan Jackson
Primitive Quartet
Darrell Webb with Rhonda Vincent
Del McCoury Band
American Drive
Lorraine Jordan and Carolina Road
Wilburn & Wilburn
Peter Rowan
Terry Baucom and Marty Raybon
Junior Sisk & Joe Mullins
Wilburn & Wilburn
Remington Ryde
Darin & Brooke Aldridge
Shannon & Heather Slaughter & County Clare
Dave Adkins & Republik Steele
Mark Newton & Steve Thomas
Mark Houser & Bluegrass Drive
Uncle Kracker
Primitive Quartet
Tina Adair Band
The Grascals
Lorraine Jordan and Carolina Road
Del McCoury Band
The Rigneys
The SteelDrivers
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Rural Rhythm
Label
Rural Rhythm
Mountain Home
Compass Records
Compass Records
Rural Rhythm
John Boy & Billy
Blue Circle Records
Gaither Music Group
Rounder
Spring Hill Music
ACR Records LLC/EMI
Mountain Heritage
Mountain Heart
McCoury Music, MCM
Rural Rhythm
Pinecastle Records
Daywind
Compass Records
John Boy & Billy
Rebel Records
Daywind
Poor Mountain
Mountain Home/Organic
Elite Circuit Records
Rural Rhythm
Pinecastle Records
Rural Rhythm
Sugar Hill
Mountain Heritage
Tab Music Group
Mountain Home
Pinecastle Records
McCoury Music, RED
Dark Shadow
Rounder
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ALBUM
REVIEWS
ALBUM OF
THE MONTH
ENDLESS
By: Jack Nelson
SONGS OF ETERNITY
Forerunner Music has released a new album that helps celebrate the best songs from
the International House Of Prayer in Kansas City, Missouri. All of the songs on this album
focus on the second coming of Jesus, as well as eternity. Some of the artists that contribute to this compilation are Merchant Band, Audra Lynn, Cory Asbury and Julie Meyer.
The album opens with Merchant Band’s “I Can’t Wait,” which is a dynamic anthem about
looking forward to spending eternity in Heaven. Jonas Park’s “Coming Home” is definitely
a magical moment on the album. His vocal has so much character and believability. This
song was written from the perspective of Jesus, which is extremely unique. The comforting lyric is supported by jubilant production. Other songs to check out are “Shine On Us”
and “City Of Great King.” The positive nature of this album makes it really easy to listen
to. Not to mention, the artists that contribute to the project are amazingly talented.
THE EASTER BROTHERS | I’D DO IT ALL OVER AGAIN
The Easter Brothers have been making Gospel Music since the early 1950s. The three brothers have written
over 400 songs throughout their careers, including the title track to their new album, I’d Do It All Over Again.
The title track was written with Gerald Crabb and is a great ending to a wonderful album. The album starts,
however, with a fun, up-tempo song titled “Let The Hallelujah Roll.” This song is a great example of the
Easter Brothers music. Other songs worth noting on this album are “The Lost Sheep” and “Little By Little,
Drifting Too Far.” The latter song is a mid-tempo song with a powerful lyric. The vocal delivery is great too, as
you can hear the conviction in the brother’s voices. Given how long the Easter Brothers have been making
music, it’s not hard to believe how great the trio sounds. Their music is going to be around forever, and the
Gospel music world should be grateful for that gift.
KRISTY COX | LIVING FOR THE MOMENT
Australian Bluegrass artist Kristy Cox released a new album on February 18, 2014. This multi-award winning star has found a new home in Nashville, Tennessee, and releases this album on Pisgah Records.
Produced by Nashville songwriter Jerry Salley, this album certainly captures the Bluegrass-feel that Cox is
known for internationally. The album also includes songs written by hit writers like Jim McBride, Gerald
Crabb and others. Cox has a wonderful vocal. She has that pure tone that is very hard to find. She sounds
particularly great on “Something In The Way” and “I’ll Cry Tonight.” There are plenty of great songs on this
album, though. It’s also worth noting that the album was A&R’d by Mickey Gamble, as the song selection is
magnificent. Keep your eyes on Kristy Cox, she is going to do great things in the USA.
MATT WALLACE | FOR A SEASON
Up-and-comer Matt Wallace released his first solo album on March 11. Currently, Wallace is the bassist for
Pinecastle Records artists Mark Newton and Steve Thomas, but on this particular project, Wallace takes the
spotlight. His skills as a bass player and his unique vocal are the focus of this 10-song album. Wallace also
has the help of his friends in singing 5 songs on the project. The album opens with a groovy song, “Creepin’
In.” The second song “Old Man Winter” is the first single off the project. This song has a nostalgic feeling to
it and is really well-produced. Wallace also covers the Neil Diamond song “Long Gone,” which is a fun track.
Other songs to check out are “Home In Tennessee” and “Lonesome Homesick Blues.” Wallace’s debut album
is really well-done. Expect great things from this talented musician and artist.
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Editor’s note: These albums have been reviewed by a major record label executive and reflect his opinions, not the opinion of Power Source
Magazine. The intent of the reviews is to assist the artist in achieving excellence.
April 2014
AlbumReviews
WESTERN AVENUE | WESTERN AVENUE
ROYAL WADE KIMES | A PROUD LAND
EMBER IN ASHES | KILLERS & THIEVES
CASEY HENLEY | PIECES OF ART
Canadian Country-Pop trio Western
Avenue has released their selftitled debut album. The group is off
to a quick start, though, having
been nominated for Best Duo or
Group at the CMA of Ontario
Awards. The 7-song album opens
with an inspirational mid-tempo,
“This I Promise You,” which essentially is an encouraging song to
one’s lover. The second track, and
first single off the album, is
“Wherever You Are.” This well-written
song has great production, and it also showcases the vocal
harmonies of the group. Having a female vocal between two male
vocals is really great, especially on this song. Another song on the
album worth noting is “What My Heart Had In Mind.” This song is a typical love song, but the hook is really great – ‘you’re what my heart had
in mind.’ The vocal delivery on this song is great too. Good debut album
from an up-and-coming Canadian group.
The sophomore album from Ember
In Ashes was released February
25. The rock group from
Birmingham, Alabama, definitely
knows how to rock; however, their
lyrical content is very personal and
real when it comes to portraying
who they are as people. The album
opens with a blazing track, “Set
Fire.” This heavy electric guitardriven song talks about starting
over. The electric guitar riffs seem
to be the signature sound that this band
has become known for. The second track, “Into My Arms,”
seems to be the most commercial song on the album. This personal
song deals with two of the members of the band growing up without a
father and how that leads to issues with abandonment. While this
album is pretty heavy musically, lyrically, these songs can speak to a
lot of people. Another song to check out on the album is the title track,
“Killers & Thieves.” This is a good album from unique artists.
Royal Wade Kimes’ album A Proud
Land has twelve songs, all of
which were co-written by Kimes,
himself. The album was produced
by George Bradfute, Mike Noble and
Royal Wade Kimes. The project was
executive produced by Barbara
Hayden. The album opens with a
mid-tempo song, “Ride The Wagon
Johnny,” which has the feel of a
traditional Civil War song. The
sparse production and multiple
background vocal parts add a classic feel
to this song. “White Flag” is another song that stands out on
this album. From the opening line, there is much imagery in this song.
Kimes has the ability to make you feel like you’re standing on the battle fields in the Civil War. Though most of the songs on the album are
pretty simplistic from a musical standpoint, the lyrical content is
extremely impressive. These songs should be used in film and TV, any
time the Civil War is being discussed.
Casey Henley recently released his
debut album Pieces Of Art. The
associate pastor and worship director of Houston’s Faith Family
Baptist Church is also a great
singer-songwriter. The album was
co-produced by Tyrus Morgan and
Jay Speight and features 8 songs.
The first track on the album, “Lost
No More,” is extremely hooky. The
melody is very catchy, while the
lyric is both personal and powerful.
The title track, “Pieces Of Art,” is also very
commercial. The chant-like chorus reminds us that we are all
‘pieces of art,’ created by God. Once again, the production on this album
is definitely worth noting. It is very hip, current, polished and easy to listen to. “Crash Over Us” is another standout song on the album. The
song starts with sparse production with a rhythmic drum loop, while
the chorus soars. Lastly, the song “Fly” is a must-hear for any parents.
This lullaby was written for Henley’s daughter and is a lovely song and
reflection of who Casey Henley is as a person and artist.
THE BRADYS | ENTIRELY POSSIBLE
The Bradys, who hail from South
Alabama, are a Southern Gospel
group with a new album, Entirely
Possible. Having grown up on
Gospel music, it is definitely in
their blood! This energetic album
kicks off with a powerful song,
“Job Days,” which really sets the
tone for the rest of the album.
Sylvia Merle Green wrote 8 of the
10 songs on the album, while Alan
Brady wrote the remaining two
songs, one of which is “My New Home.”
This mid-tempo song really showcases the harmonies that
the Bradys are known for. Other standout songs are “How Many Times”
and “This Time I’m The One.” The latter is the first single that has been
shipped to radio. “This Time I’m The One” is a good first single choice,
in that it shows who the Bradys are and why they are different than
other Southern Gospel groups. This moving song is certain to keep this
group in the forefront of the format.
JAN HARBUCK | COUNTRY GIRL AT HEART
Jan Harbuck is a ‘Country girl at
heart’ and her new album certainly
reflects that. Her album, which is
justly called Country Girl At Heart,
has 10 songs on it, some of which
Harbuck wrote. The album was produced by Jan Harbuck and recorded
in Tennessee, South Carolina and
Texas. The Country production fits
Harbucks vocal perfectly. Harbuck’s
vocal is very unique and you can
certainly identify it as soon as you
hear it. Some of the notable songs on the
album are “One Step At A Time,” “Washed In By The Blood” and
“Let’s Make Some Noise.” Harbuck certainly believes in what she is
doing as an artist – you can hear it in her vocal delivery. While she may
not make it on the waves of Country radio, Harbuck should have some
success as an Inspirational Country artist.
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Current Singles
JEREMY PHIFER
“Take The L Out Of Lover”
Tempo: UPBEAT
HMG Nashville Country Vol. 57
This is a hit song waiting to happen
— written and performed by the seasoned entertainer Jeremy Phifer,
“‘Take The L Out Of Lover,’ and, as the
lyrics say, ‘it’s over.’” It is definitely a song with an infectious
hook! Jeremy is not only a professional entertainer and
songwriter; he is also an A-list guitar player. Jeremy is
already making a name for himself on Music Row, and they
anxiously awaited the release of this new hot single at radio
now. Compared to Travis Tritt and a few other ‘outlaw’
Country singers, Jeremy Phifer will stand with any major
artist in the industry today. He is the best kept secret in
Paris, Texas. There’s a new outlaw in town, and his name is
Jeremy Phifer. Remember it, because you will hear it again
and again.
CINDY LEE ALDEN
& NATHAN STANLEY
“Me & God”
Tempo: MEDIUM
HMG Nashville IC Vol. 201
Cindy Lee Alden started off the New
Year with a single from her new
upcoming album His Royal Stamp. It
is a cover of Country artist Josh Turner’s hit song “Me &
God.” The original version featured Dr. Ralph Stanley trading verses with Josh Turner. Nathan Stanley, Dr. Ralph
Stanley’s grandson, lends crisp, solid vocals to the current
duet with Alden, whose own vocals are clean and pleasing to
the ear. Alden’s “Me & God” is sure to be a favorite of
Inspirational Country fans and radio. The blend of Alden
and Stanley’s voices gives this song an overall smooth
sound. The simplicity of the lyrics and the catchy melody
will have you singing along … This is a great version of a popular song, ask for it at radio.
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April 2014
JENNIFER NICKERSON
“Keep On Keepin On”
Tempo: UPBEAT
Dallas native Jennifer Nickerson is
back and better than ever with her
new single “Keep On Keepin On.” This
is a great ‘feel good song’ about real
life. “Keep On Keepin On” is also going to cross over into
the Country genre. Jennifer will be promoted to the Music
Row charts starting in early 2014 as well as Inspirational
Country. Jennifer Nickerson is a new light in the darkness.
She seems to spread hope wherever she sings. God calls
people for different things in life, and Jennifer has a call of
God that goes above and beyond. She is a singer-songwriter,
who is working on taking her music career to the next level.
Best wishes to Jennifer.
ROSS DAIGLE – “All I Owe”
Tempo: MEDIUM
Ross Daigle, who once made music in
Baton Rouge, now makes music in
Nashville. An original songwriter, producer, instrumentalist and onetime worship leader, Ross has been performing since he was 15, and, in his ministry, he has traveled
the US and the world. Now as a husband and father of two,
he has spent the last 10 years developing his songwriting in a
way to make the Gospel of Jesus Christ widely known and
non-ignorable without putting off the hearer. Ross blends a
unique Americana flair with unpredictable Rock riffs,
solos and even tinges of Bluegrass and Country, making him
versatile when it comes to crossover sounds. His latest EP, On
The Journey, tells a heartfelt story of God’s incredible mercy
and acceptance of sinners into His family while also asking
why bad things happen to those He loves. “All I Owe” is an
exuberant praise to Christ, who by His blood has forgiven the
debt of sin for any who believes. Ross stays busy as a luthier
(guitar maker), but he spends time with family and friends,
along with writing and sharing his music with everyone.
JIM ANTHONY
“Who Do You Think”
Tempo: MEDIUM
Singer-songwriter Jim Anthony is a
Minnesota native and Nashville
recording artist with seven critically
acclaimed albums and a string of performance and songwriting accolades that reflect a fifteenyear music career … and he’s just getting started. Lately, Jim
has been hard at work releasing an album each of the last
three years while regularly playing churches, fairs, festivals
and conferences. “Who Do You Think” is a song that
reflects on the selfless acts we commit for the benefit of
those we love. This song thoughtfully walks the listener
through a series of sacrificial examples beginning with the
loving acts of a mother who devotes her life to her family
expecting nothing in return; then, moves on to a husband
who puts his life on the line for his wife. “Who Do You
Think” appropriately ends by highlighting the perfect
example of sacrificial giving: Christ’s death on the cross.
KALEE HRIC
“If Jesus Was From Nashville”
Tempo: MEDIUM
Give “If Jesus Was From Nashville” a
listen; it’s Kalee’s latest radio release
from her new album You’re Not In
The WIND. It’s a fun Inspirational
Song! It’s a crossover and signature song for Kalee. It is a
little tongue-in-cheek and unusual! You’ll know right away
that this is a fun song. “I get such a huge response from
this song in my live performances,” expressed Kalee, “more
than any other song!” It’s a catchy sing-a-long song that
will make the listener want to hear it again and again!
THE WALKING WOUNDED
FEATURING DOUG STOKES
“If That Ring Could Talk”
Tempo: MEDIUM
The Walking Wounded featuring
Doug Stokes has released another
incredible Inspirational Country song
with family values to radio. The song was co-written by Dave
Schumacher and Doug Stokes. Dave believes too many people today do not have respect for the wedding ring. He feels
the ring is a sacred thing and it is a symbolic representation
of the marriage covenant and the lifetime commitment
between a man and a woman before God. He says that people
are a gift to one another, handpicked and given to each other
by God and should be treated as such in a marriage by being
loyal and faithful to each other for life. “People today seem to
take marriage too lightly and get divorced over the least little
thing,” says Dave. “God will help them work through their difficulties and the marriage will come out even stronger if they
will just be patient and commit to sticking it out."
Promotions
BECKY MOORE – “Lay It Down”
Tempo: SLOW
HMG Adult/Contemporary Single
Becky Moore is a talented artist who
recently released her single “Lay It
Down.” The lyrics to this song mirrors
Becky’s life journey of learning to lay
down her own expectations and trusting that the Lord will make His Way glaringly obvious.
Becky’s Country roots and Gospel Soul create a compelling
sound. Raised singing in churches throughout the south,
Becky’s artistry comes straight from her heart. Her love of
Country music and the spirit of the “silver-lined” life, that
soulful Country music inherently possesses, has always had
a magnetic pull for Becky. She doesn’t just have the heart to
sing big songs; she also has the voice to sing them with
excellence. Music has and will always be the best way for
Becky to share her mission, which is to take each listener’s
focus off of their troubles and point them towards the healing power of Christ Jesus.
MURPHY ELMORE
“Don’t Threaten Me
With A Good Time”
Tempo: MEDIUM
Raised in Short Creek, Alabama, a
small town just outside of the
Hueytown and Oak Grove communities, Murphy Elmore began playing the guitar and writing
songs at age 15. While developing his love for writing,
Murphy became one of the Praise & Worship leaders at his
home church. He then attended the University Of Alabama,
where, during his sophomore year, he decided to pursue his
passion for singing and songwriting. Getting his inspiration
from life events, Murphy has written several songs, and is
still writing. He has recorded an EP, and his first single is an
original, “Don’t Threaten Me With A Good Time,” stemming
from a banter with a very good friend of his, and a place in
his hometown where friends gather.
KATE MCRAE — “A Little Bit”
Tempo: UPBEAT
Kate McRae is a spirited artist from
the heart of east Texas. With her sultry
vocals, playful lyrics and powerful emotion, she delivers Country infused with
Rock, Pop and a little Blues. A prolific
songwriter with a large catalog of original music, Kate has
been singing, writing and performing for as long as she can
remember. In her heart, she feels like this is what she was
born to do. She moved to Nashville after high school to be a
Country music artist and released her first album, Nothing
But Shades, while at Belmont University in 2010. Her highlyanticipated sophomore album, Warning Label, is due for
release later this fall. If the early reviews are any indication,
2014 is shaping up to be a really big year for Kate McRae. She
continues to perform and write music with her band Texas
Medicine, and they are taking the south by storm.
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Promotions
JERRY LAYNE
“Carved In Stone”
Tempo: SLOW-MEDIUM
This is a hit waiting to happen! Jerry
Layne delivers it from the depth of his
soul. He makes you feel every word that
he is singing about. Jerry Layne’s vocals
are cutting-edge and very unique and believable. “Carved In
Stone” tells a story about a man rising from the lowest low,
changing his life and encouraging others not to waste their
life, to not wait until the end comes and they become just a
name carved in stone, left behind for others to see. To make a
long story short, get it right and give your life to Jesus. Let
your light shine baby! “Carved In Stone” is on HMG Country
Vol. 57; spin it once and you’ll be hooked. This is, as Music
Row execs would say, a hit song! Jordash Records recording
artist Jerry Layne is one to watch!
REBECCA LINDA SMITH
“Old El Paso”
Tempo: MEDIUM
This Country waltz by Texas sweetheart and Inspirational Country artist
Rebecca Linda Smith was written by
the artist’s songwriter husband Dr.
Robert Frank Smith. The song is on her award-winning True
Love album, former Album of the Month in Power Source
Magazine and nominee for 2010 Traditional Album of the
Year with the Western Heritage Awards at the National
Cowboy Museum in Oklahoma City. This song highlights
the culture, tradition and beauty of this legendary West
Texas city and features a recap of the hit by Marty Robbins
when “a lonely El Paso cowboy once rode to see his senorita
at Rosa’s Cantina,” a story we already know. The artist lives
in El Paso, and this song captures the reasons you will also
enjoy this laid-back city with its warm weather and
Southwest charm. This is a must-visit city and a must-play
song for Country radio.
TIM HUTCHINSON
“The Love Of My Life”
Tempo: MEDIUM
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“The Love Of My Life” is Tim’s first
release to radio from his debut album
Lookin’ At You. Released at Valentine’s,
this song is meant to both strengthen
and encourage marriages. Tim wrote this song to his wife
Lisa. It speaks of a marriage with Christ at the center being a
fulfilling journey that can weather all circumstances a marriage may encounter. The song speaks of two people that are
not only in love but are best friends. No marriage is ‘peaches
and cream’ all the time, but all marriages can stand the test
of time when Christ is the glue. This song was written
together with his producer Nick Coetzee. You can find Tim’s
music on his website or on iTunes. Tim is looking forward to
releasing future songs off the album.
April 2014
EMILY FAITH
“Wings On Our Dreams”
Tempo: MEDIUM
Emily Faith has been blessed
with a God-given love and talent
for music. Her music has helped
her to get through many challenges
throughout her life. Recently, she was diagnosed with
some visual disorders that affect the way she perceives
and processes writing. These disorders are believed to
be a result of her premature birth; she faces more testing and therapy to try to correct the disorders. In
Emily’s words, “Many face challenges but it doesn’t
mean that I should look for special favors, because
others have challenges that are greater than mine.
Instead I want to be an example to others facing challenges to never allow their challenges to affect their
goals and dreams.” The most appropriate song release
off of her new CD Oklahoma Dreams is titled “Wings
On Our Dreams.” This song speaks to her very situation. As the lyrics state, “All God’s children yearn to
fly/ Burn their names across the sky/ One sweet
moment will all rise/Above these earthly things/ When
we grow wings on our dreams.”
JOE LOFTUS
“Can't Take The US
From The USA”
Tempo: MEDIUM
Joe Loftus has been singing for
over five decades and has written
over 80 songs. He gives credit for
his talent to his Irish mother who relied on God and
music for giving her the strength to raise ten kids. Joe
bought his first guitar while in the U.S. Navy in 1963.
After serving in Viet Nam, he and his brother played
music around hundreds of campfires. In 1980, he
entered an alcohol treatment center where he encountered God's love which freed him from addiction and
gave him the inspiration to begin writing songs. One
of Joe’s passions is to bring joy to the elderly. Since
retiring as a pipefitter, he sings with a non-profit
group that performs at nursing homes. Joe and his
wife Jane live in Hudson, Wisconsin.
“Little Hands Little Feet”
Tempo: SLOW
HMG Nashville Inspirational Country Single
The secong single release from Joe Loftus is “Little
Hands Little Feet,” from his latest CD Can’t Take The US
From The USA. Joe recalls that it was the fourth song
he’d ever written back in 1983, and it only took 10 minutes. He explains, “After watching a little baby lying on
the couch, I admired the little hands and feet. God
planted this urge in me to write this song and the words
just flowed onto the paper.” Joe adds, “After recording
the song back in September, I finally met this little girl,
now 30, who just had her own baby.” This heartwarming
tune is sure to become a favorite among listeners.
ISAAC COLE – “I’m Just A Kid”
Tempo: UPBEAT
Isaac Cole has been hard at work
and has recently co-written 5 new
songs with 4 experienced writers. Isaac
believes that each writer has been
influential in helping mold him as an
artist. “I’m Just A Kid” is the first release and title track
taken from his new EP that was recently recorded and produced by Tommy Brandt. It explains Isaac’s perspective
about his youthful country life experiences. It is wonderfully written through his eyes along with his co-writer and
long-time friend, Von McCommons. It’s an audience
favorite and resonates with young and old alike! With
strong vocals and a sincere delivery DJs will want to make
sure “I’m Just A Kid” is at the top of their playlists. Be sure
to check out the rest of Isaac’s new songs. The talent keeps
getting better and better with this gifted young man.
SUSAN TILLMAN
“My Heart Will Go On”
Tempo: SLOW
Susan’s new single “My Heart Will
Go On” is highly requested at her concerts. It speaks to the human need for
love and compassion. Susan truly
believes that God placed us here to share those with others.
Music is one way, whether it be Gospel (her favorite) or secular. Working full-time in a skilled nursing facility, Susan has
many opportunities to share music or just a cup of water (as
Jesus spoke of). “God and HMG allowed me to share this
song,” explains Susan, “and I will continue singing as long as
God gives me breath and strength. My husband Lamar and I
have served in ministry for many years, and my music has
allowed me to help with choirs, singing groups and
concerts. Thank you to HMG for your encouragement and
support. May this song, ‘My Heart Will Go On,’ bring you
JOY as my heart sings to yours!”
JOHNNY JONES
“Someday Things Are Gonna
Get Better”
Tempo: MEDIUM
With all the bad and sad news in the
world lately, this new single from
Johnny Jones might just be the GOOD
NEWS everyone has been waiting for. He wrote this song
with Cindy Hughlett, and it was produced by Gerald Smith.
Johnny hopes it might rekindle faith and reach unsaved people while sharing Christ’s love for us all. This positive and
uplifting song is the first release from his forthcoming CD
that will have original material for fans to enjoy. “Someday
Things Are Gonna Get Better” has Johnny’s harmonica playing that listeners love to hear. With this album, he has used
talented Nashville musicians from his first Nashville recording session. It will be on airwaves around the country and
also in the mix with other great Inspirational Country music.
KRISTINA CRAIG
“Nowhere To Be”
Promotions
Tempo: MEDIUM
An Inspirational Country Music
®
Awards Top 10 nominee for Female
Vocalist of the Year, Inspirational
Country singer-songwriter Kristina
Craig of The Kristina Craig Band, weaves together the best of
Country and Inspirational music. Through “Nowhere To Be,”
featured on the Angel With Tattoos album, Craig reminds
people to “love where they are, yet go where they love to be;
while taking some chances along the way!” “Nowhere To Be”
was written by Kristina Craig and Greg Giovannetti and produced by Todd Lombardo and Smith Curry. Power Source
Magazine’s album review described “Nowhere To Be” as a
“delightful harmony piece that leads into a feel-good, uptempo melody.” The Kristina Craig Band crosses generational lines, with a show that delivers traditional Country
music and Contemporary radio hits. They are filling venues
ranging from churches to rodeo arenas, fairs and festivals, as
they prepare for their 2014 Small Town America Tour.
TONY WATSON
“We Danced In The Dust”
Tempo: MEDIUM
Tony Watson has had a couple of great
years in the music business, especially
when he was introduced to Gene
Higgins, his son Jason, artist representative Darlene Fowler and a host of others who make HMG
Nashville, Power Source Magazine and the air waves of Power
Source Country. Not to be forgotten is Tony’s love and appre®
ciation for the Inspirational Country Music Association , the
CMA and the AMG. This West Virginia native honed his
Country style while performing nationally and internationally
with both symphonies and Rock/Country bands. This internationally-ranked artist enjoys a global fan base on his various
web sites. The wide appeal of his heartfelt music is evidenced
by his growing reputation as a composer of original music and
lyrics. Tony is releasing his new hit single, “We Danced In The
Dust,” on which he partnered with great songwriters Rick
Norheim and Robin Nemati. Tony produced this song
through his Gate House Studio™.
April 2014
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Promotions
STEPHEN REW
“Another Hero Is Headed Home”
Tempo: SLOW
“Another Hero Is Headed Home”
was written by Stephen Rew to
honor our everyday faith heroes
and to encourage us to build a
meaningful legacy for the people we influence. Since
this song was first played at the memorial service of a
firefighter, it has taken on a life of its own and created
its own audience. Stephen has been amazed and humbled at the opportunities this one song has provided to
minister to people who have been touched by its message. He believes that music is a powerful force that
transcends language and cultural barriers. Stephen
recorded two new songs in March that will be released
during the summer.
GREGORY ALLEN
“It’s A Feel Thing”
Tempo: MEDIUM
Gregory has been singing Gospel
music for a few years now. He
recorded his first CD with HMG
Nashville Producer Gene Higgins
and has released two singles: “There’s Still Hope” and
“Power Of Prayer.” Recently, Greg took home the
TCGMA 2012-2013 Male Entertainer of the Year award
as well as Most Promising Country and Gospel artist.
It has been an awesome ride. He is now stepping out to
show his Country music side with the support of his
wife Tina. As Greg puts it, “She is my strength, my little PR girl that tells me to never give up. We are looking for more upcoming songs in the future, if that is
what God has in store for me in this journey. Thank
you to all my friends and my wife for her love and
support as we are going through this together.” Greg is
super excited about the new release, “It’s A Feel Thing,”
also produced by Gene Higgins.
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April 2014
DENNIS MICHAEL
“I Wonder If You Ever
Think Of Me”
Tempo: MEDIUM
HMG Nashville Country Single
Dennis Michael has been on the
Power Source Inspirational
Country music chart since August
and still receiving airplay at radio. Dennis Michael is
releasing his second single “I Wonder If You Ever
Think of Me” to Mainstream Country and Music Row.
With an idea of writing a love song, Dennis began
strumming his guitar and imagined how many people
have allowed love to walk out of their lives without
even realizing it until past memories return. This song
will touch the heart of every radio listener. The words
are full of passion and once you hear it, you will want
to listen over and over again. Not only do the words
bring a heart-felt meaning, Dennis’ vocals will captivate your soul. This song has “hit” written all over it.
FARON
HANES
PROJECT
FARON HANES PROJECT
“Against All Odds”
Tempo: MEDIUM
“Against All Odds” is a song that
God inspired Faron to write. “He is
always with me,” shares Faron,
“and I wanted to send Power
Source one of my songs, especially this release because
every believer goes through hard times. God can and
will see you through hard times. My song is to worship
God and for my undying love for Him. He has pulled
me out of bad situations and has helped me ‘Against
All Odds.’ I’ve done nothing to deserve his love. I’ll
never be able to thank him enough for saving my life
from sin and eternal death, so I try to live as Jesus did.
I want to write more songs about God and his mighty
love for all, especially for the lost and unsaved; to give
inspiration and hope to believers. And that the power
of prayer will also help you, as it did for me and to put
it into music. Praise God, the almighty King of Kings.”
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