Looks Like Jesus

JEFF TURNER, DAYWIND RECORDS

Brian Free of Brian Free & Assurance recently spoke about the message behind the group’s latest release, “looks Like Jesus.” He said the Christian life isn’t an easy path.

“We all go through tough times in life. There’s not a person on this earth who doesn’t face hard times, trials, fairly regulary,” said Brian.

“And even as a Christian we understand very early on in life, if someone told you your saved and not going to have any problems it’s gonna be smoothe sailing after that, just a bed of roses, they obviously lied to you and if you’ve been saved for ten minutes you already know that,” he said.

Brian said this is why we are called to be the hands and feet of Jesus. We should show love and compassion to those around us.

Looks Like Jesus features Jimmy Fortune and is the title cut from the group’s current project.

Listen for new music from The Lore Family

DAVID INGRAM

The Lore family has released a new song fresh off success the group has had with “The World Needs a Song.”

Texas Gospel Canada has added “I bring you Jesus” to the music lineup. The song is co-written by Marcia Henry, Rachel McCutcheon and Darren W. Lore. It’s a song the group often sings at the beginning of a concert.

“Folks immediately respond. I did a generic poll on social media. I asked what song really connected with those who had heard our project. ‘I Bring You Jesus’ was the top song!” said Darren Lore.

“My daughter Fayth sings the verses. My wife Sandy sings the choruses. We know this straight-forward, traditional, Southern-Gospel song has the touch of God on it. Thank you so much for adding this song to your airplay. I know if given spins, it will catch on quickly. A few weeks ago, I had a random phone call from a DJ (Rich Bruce/VA) who found ‘I Bring You Jesus’. He was ecstatic about the song. I trust the same will happen to you and your listeners.”

Listen for “I bring you Jesus” along with your favorite Southern Gospel Music this week on Texas Gospel Canada!

Amber of 11th Hour has some good news

STAFF & Daywind Records

11th Hour’s, Amber Eppinette Saunders and husband Garrett are expecting!

The bittersweet experience of having a child after loosing another is sometimes referred to as a “rainbow baby,” and this is the case for Amber and Garrett.

Amber says she is at 12 weeks and expecting baby Saunders to arrive in 6 months.

Let’s keep this couple uplifted in prayer.

Happenings in Southern Gospel this week, 3/19/2022

Texas Gospel Canada Staff

Happy Birthday this week to Kreis French of the Kingdom Heirs!

The Singing News has published its Top 10 Fan Awards Nominations.  The publication says this year’s winners will be announced at the Singing News Fan Awards presentation, which will be held on Friday, September 30, 2022, during the 65th annual National Quartet Convention.

Happy Birthday this week to Matthew Browder of The Browders!

The A’Men Quartet has released a new song: What color is love?

The Amundruds have announced the group is scheduled to play at Deer Valley Meadows Camp Reed Deer AB, June 3-5.

Brian Free & Assurance have released a new video featuring Jimmy Fortune.

The Browns this week released a new single: Take Me Back.

Happy Birthday this week to Courtney Collingsworth Metz of The Collingsworth Family!

The Inspirations will appear on Daystar’s Gospel Music Showcase Saturday at 6:30 p.m. ET for those who receive it on Satellite.

Life on the road has its share of unexpected incidents. Endless Highway now has a story to tell about the day mom’s fiddle got run over by the bus!

The Isaacs are set to play the Grand Ole Opry on March 22.

Happy Birthday this week to Daryl Paschal, baritone of the Down East Boys!

The Tribute Quartet’s “Somebody Tell” marks Daywind Music Publishing’s 100th Singing News #1 song.  Congratulations to both!

Sunday Drive and Tim Davis honored at NRB

SPECIAL StowTown RECORDS

Nashville, TN (March 16, 2022) – StowTown Records artists Sunday Drive and Tim Lovelace were honored to lend their talents at two separate events during the recent National Religious Broadcasters Christian Media Convention. This year’s convention was held at the Gaylord Opryland Convention Center in Nashville, TN.

Sunday Drive was invited to perform at a Gospel Music event hosted by The Truth Network where they debuted three songs from their upcoming album, Breaking Boundaries, which is set to release on April 8 at all retail and digital music outlets worldwide. Sunday Drive enjoyed making connections and celebrating those who work to share the Gospel through various media. “It was a privilege for Sunday Drive to perform for many of the leading Christian media members at NRB 2022,” shares Dusty Treece of Sunday Drive. “We had such a fun night and thank (Founder and President) Stu Epperson, Jr., (Chief Operating Officer) Michael Carbone, and the whole staff at Truth Network for this opportunity.” The Truth Network has been an ardent supporter of Southern Gospel music for many years.

Tim Lovelace was invited to lead worship for NRB’s Friday morning service. Longtime radio personality, Bob Lepine, was the guest speaker. Tim’s musical talents and Bob’s gift of encouragement made for a beautiful worship experience for NRB attendees. NRB is the world’s largest gathering of Christian communicators and ministry professionals, and Tim was honored to be a part of this year’s event. “Many thanks to NRB for inviting me to lead worship and share the platform with Bob Lepine. With nearly 30 years of hosting ‘Family Life Today,’ Bob’s radio outreach has touched millions of lives, and I am one in that number. NRB 2022 was a super successful event, and I was grateful to work with their amazing team.” Lovelace recently released Piano Praise, Volume 1, a collection of piano solos spanning popular hymns, praise & worship songs and gospel tunes. You can download or stream this album HERE.