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Verlin Hensley - Verlin Hensley has a long history
of singing, performing and creating albums. Hensley, of Ewing, Va.,who calls his music "plain old mountain singing,"
has been playing guitar and mandolin since he was 6 years old, and he also comes from a large, talented family. Music has
always been an important part of his life, but it's not been until recently that he's seen evidence of the power of
a song. "The Great Falling Away," which is the title song of Hensley's recent CD, tells of the United States
and its "falling away" from its fundamental Christian foundation. When Hensley performs the song, he said he's
noticed the effect it's had on people, particularly the youth.
Eric Horner - Some people might speculate why
Eric Horner would switch horses in mid stream. As quoted by TNN show host, Lorianne Crook,"Eric Horner is a future star
of country music."But this apparently wasnt where Eric wanted to go. He is quoted as saying that, "This feels comfortable,
(referencing gospel music)this feels like home."He addresses his life and the road that led him back to the Lord in many
of the songs on his cd's such as,"Prayer Warrior" and "You Can Always Come Home".
Ava Kasich - In 2000 Ava completed
her first Gospel Album entitled "Singin 4 Him", after sharing the stage with such artist as Wally Fowler,Boxcar
Willie and Barbara Fairchild.In July of 2003 the Lord blessed Ava with a new Gospel Album entitled "Try Once Again".
The album was produced by Les Butler of the Butler Music Group. It also featured Jason and Aaron Crabb of the Crabb Family
on two songs.The title song was released on a Family Music Group Compilation CD.
Sharron Kay King - Sharron started writing songs soon after
she gave her life to the Lord. Much to her surprise, people actually liked them. Only then did she realize that God was working
through her to help other people. This very talented and anointed lady, so far this year, has been nominated for the SKK Horizon
Individual of the Year Award,and nominated and won the Female Vocalist of The Year Award at the 2007 SGM Fan Fair in Chattanooga,Tn.
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Hank Locklin - One of country’s greatest
tenors, Hank Locklin scored one of the biggest hits of the music’s golden era with "Please Help Me, I’m Falling,"
which spent a remarkable 14 weeks at No. 1 and 30 weeks in the Top 10 in 1960.But the measure of Locklin's stature in
country music covers more than simply mega hits. The ageless performer
has been enjoyed by six decades of music followers.
Hank is still turning out hits today, but hits which are geared towards blessing the Lord for all he's done for Hank.
The Marksmen Quartet - Over a period of thirty
years, The Marksmen have become one of the top Bluegrass Gospel Groups in the nation. For many years a dynamic force on the
southern gospel circuit. Several years back, The Marksmen began to tread new ground on the bluegrass circuit as well, but
always with their familiar brand of music, with a gospel message.In 1991, The Marksmen won video of the year for their
production of "Grandpa Was a Farmer", at the Independent Country Awards. Then in 1992 they received a Telly Award
with their video of "Wagon Tracks."
The
Rudds - The Rudds are a family southern gospel quartet from Portage, IN. . It is a fact that The Rudds are
no stranger to serving the Lord.They have been singing and preaching for over 30 years.The group is made up of retired Pastor
Rodney Rudd, wife Naomi,daughter Amy and son Jim. Grand kids Jesse, Mariah and Zachary make up the sixth generation of the
family to sing for the Lord. Nominated for the"Favorite Mixed Quartet" or "Favorite Bass Singer", at the
2007 SGM
Fan Fair Awards in CHattanooga, TN.
Set
Apart - From Doyle, Tennessee Set Apart, a Bluegrass Instrumental and Vocal Band, chose its name from Psalms
4:3: "But know that the Lord hath SET APART him that is godly or Himself; The Lord will hear when I call upon Him."
Their purpose is to live up to that special name by their actions and talents, spreading the Gospel Of Jesus Christ throughout
America and via their recordings, to other countries with an appreciation for Bluegrass Gospel Music. The group has been traveling
for five years, expanding to many states around their beloved home state of Tennessee.
Brenda
Whitlock - A native of Okolona, Mississippi, Brenda grew up hearing the gospel preached and sung which was
very instrumental in grounding her in Biblical truths and is still today the foundation on which her music ministry exist.
Singing in church from as early on as she can remember, she knows that is what prepared her for this time in her life. She
and her husband, Sid, travel together to share the glorious gospel of Jesus Christ through the songs God has allowed her to
pen. With six projects of all original songs and now working on her seventh project, she knows that she is very blessed. With
several radio singles and consistent charting of them in the Singing News magazine, U.S. Gospel News and other national publications,
it has afforded her the opportunity to meet so many people and minister to all faiths throughout the country.
New
Jerusalem Bluegrass - New Jerusalem Bluegrass is a multi-talented family bluegrass gospel group from Columbus,
Ohio. They have received many awards from fiddle and instrumental competitions, Renfro Valley, Ohio Governor’s Horizon
Group of the Year Award, and Christian Country Music Association/CMT Talent Search Nashville, Tennessee. They have made television
appearances throughout the Midwest and their music is played on radio stations across the United States and Canada. New Jerusalem
Bluegrass provides three and four part (when they talk dad into singing!) close family harmonies and they all play multiple
instruments.
They are fun to watch and a joy to listen to.
Nathan
and Tonya Horton - Through our eyes, because we are human, we fail to see past the here and the now. When
our prayers are not answered immediately, we assume God has just forgotten us. In reality, we are His children and He only
wants what is best for us. He promises in His word to keep and bless us if we will only put our faith in Him. We are so very
thankful for the opportunity to make "New Horizons" a reality. It's truly a gift from God. Our desire is for
this project to be used only for God's glory. We hope the songs are uplifting and an encouragement to others. Our gratitude
goes out to all of our family and friends who have prayed, and gave their support.
The
Riddells - "When I first heard this group sing "Why Are You Weeping" the Riddells latest hit
song, it just blew me away! By the time they hit the chorus I had already came out of my chair! This is a powerful family
ministry group with a very special touch on their music. And the groups latest project "Welcome to the Frontline"
is full of powerful life changing songs that fans are sure to be hearing soon on radio stations across the country! This group
has me excited about the future of Southern Gospel Music! I Love Their Music!"
The
Milby Family -One Sunday morning several years ago our family was driving to church as usual.
Our two oldest daughters, Tess and Brooke, were around ages four and six at that time. Kathy and I were in the front seat
and the girls were in the back. The girls were always singing, and this day was no different. They sang as we travelled down
the road, in unison. Suddenly, from the back seat we heard one of the girls begin to harmonize with the other. Kathy and I
became very excited, and immediately began working with the girls on nurturing a harmonizing ear and voice.
Curtis
Pruett - Curtis Pruett has been a musician since age five. He began writing Gospel music at age 21. "You
and me Lord" was written at a little church on April 4th 1979, his 21st birthday.He soon joined a local group and began
to play piano and sing about God's glory! Telling the world about Jesus, who saved his life and his soul. Feel the passion
and joy of the Lord as you listen to ten of the most inspirational songs you'll ever here! You'll be truly blessed
by this wonderful compilation of anointed songs. Once your heart hears the message presented in the songs you'll surely
be lifted up!
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