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Miss Gospel concerts? Here’s one we found on the net
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Up front we want to let you know this is not our video. This is a link to YouTube we just happen to find. It’s a 2014 concert with the Torchmen that took place before a crowd at the Southminster United Church in Niagara Falls.
According to the group’s website they have a concert set for July 11, 2021: Sunday Night Concert, 6:30 p.m. at Glenridge Bible Chapel, 310 Scott Street, St. Catharines, Ontario. No word of a cancellation as of this posting.
We hope you enjoy this classic performance.
Bates Family to record new album with the help of John Rowsey
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The Bates Family has been singing Gospel Music since 1985. Now in its 36th year the group will record the vocals for its newest recording. Tim Bates and family are set to be in the studio Tuesday. The new recording comes fresh off the heals of “He Never Gave Up” which was released in January.
A post to the group’s Facebook page says, “So excited to be working with John Rowsey as he is producing our vocals the next couple of days. Pray that all goes well, and that we will work in the spirit of excellence. We’ll keep ya posted.”
The Bates Family has begun scheduling appearances in locations where local authorities allow gatherings. The number to schedule a performance is 717-688-3287. The email address is timbatesmusic@hotmail.com.
StowTown Records Announces Upcoming Digital Release From Paid In Full WithNew Single “Too Much”
SPECIAL STOWTOWN RECORDS
Nashville, TN (June 25, 2021) – In honor of their 30th anniversary, the vocal group Paid In Full has joined forces with StowTown Records to release a brand new digital recording. 30th Anniversary marks the group’s debut digital recording under the StowTown label. This commemorative collection will feature 26 favorites released for the first time digitally, as well as four brand new songs arranged by multi-award winning producer, Wayne Haun. Today, their first radio single, “Too Much” is available at all digital music outlets.
Longtime friends Lance Moore, Bradley Littlejohn and Jeff Crews, collectively known as Paid In Full, originally organized in 1991. Just a few short years after beginning, their second record captured the ear of the late gospel music legend, Jake Hess, who began mentoring the trio. The multi-Grammy winner and Gospel Music Hall of Fame member even made a guest appearance on the trio’s 1998 recording, In All I Do. Over the years, Paid In Full has enjoyed hit radio releases and appearances on large and small stages nationwide.
Among the collection of songs included on 30th Anniversary, listeners will find popular radio hits like “What The Storm Did Not Know,” “Sailing Toward Home” and “I Could Sing About Heaven.” Three previously released songs featuring guest artists are included as well: “When My Master Walks With Me” features Jake Hess; “My Soul Is Firmly Anchored” features Gene McDonald; and “It Won’t Be Long” features Duane Allen of the Oak Ridge Boys.
Like most recording artists, Paid In Full has experienced their share of changes and even a recording hiatus through the years. With this new digital release, all three members are thrilled to have the opportunity to present new music, as well as reintroduce audiences to songs that continue to offer an eternal message. “It’s so good to be back together singing and having so much fun,” states Jeff Crews. “We have no blood relation, but we are brothers who learned to sing harmony together.”
“Singing with Paid In Full has been a great joy in my life,” group member Bradley Littlejohn relates. “This chapter in our story is one I look forward to sharing as well.” Group member Lance Moore adds, “We are so excited to see what God has in store with this StowTown collaboration.”
“I’ve known Bradley, Lance and Jeff for quite some time. They are great guys who have a tremendous work ethic and a true desire to present quality music that touches the hearts of listeners. Their smooth harmonies are incredible, and it is a privilege for our company to have the opportunity to offer their music to new audiences worldwide,” states StowTown President Landon Beene.
With 30th Anniversary, Paid In Full celebrates three decades of delivering listeners rich harmonies that will continue to be enjoyed by audiences of all ages from all walks of life.
Distributed exclusively by Provident/Sony, 30th Anniversary will be available on digital platforms worldwide on August 13, 2021. Download or stream “Too Much,” HERE.
Taylor honored for contributions to SGM
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The second member of the SGMA Hall of Fame Class of 2021 has been named. Marlin Taylor receives the honor.
Mr. Taylor is being honored for his contributions to the genre of southern gospel through his work in satellite radio. XM Radio began in September of 2001. One of the formats that people kept requesting was southern gospel. Mr. Taylor was instrumental in establishing XM’s southern gospel channel, Enlighten.
Mr. Taylor managed the channel and for many years traveled to concerts gathering interviews and other elements that would be enjoyed by listeners. XM Radio would later merge with competitor, Sirius Radio to create Sirius/XM Radio. Enlighten has continued to be a very popular channel on the subscription-based service.
On a side note, Mr. Taylor is considered to be the father of the Beautiful Music format, finding great success in programming instrumental music, first in Philadelphia in 1963, before programming it in other cities. His radio career spans more than 50 years.
Congratulations to Marlin Taylor, the second member of the SGMA Hall Of Fame Class of 2021!
