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2nd Generation’s “I’ll Not Fear the Crossing” Impacts Radio This Week

OAK GROVE, Ark.  – Diamond Award nominated trio 2nd Generation continues to make their impact at Southern Gospel radio. This week, the group’s new single, “I’ll Not Fear the Crossing,” will hit program director’s desks.

“We are so excited about releasing ‘I’ll Not Fear the Crossing’ to Southern Gospel radio,” mentioned Elaine Parks of 2nd Generation. “This song always goes over very well in live settings, and we believe that radio will love this song!”

“I’ll Not Fear the Crossing” is the fourth single from the group’s breakthrough recording I See a City. The song was penned by Dove Award-winning songwriter Gerald Crabb. The song was released this month through Rhonda Thompson Promotions and is the follow-up to the AbsolutelyGospel.com (formerly SoGospelNews.com) Top 20 smash hit “The Blood Covered It All.”

Chris Unthank, program director for the award-winning SouthernSpinRadio.com said, “2nd Generation has remained a hit with our listeners since their first single a couple years ago. ‘I’ll Not Fear the Crossing’ is an immediate add for us. This group knows how to pick the right songs!”

Fans continue to respond to the music of 2nd Generation on Southern Gospel radio.  The group’s last single, “The Blood Covered It All,” recently reached the #1 spot on the popular SouthernGospelTimes.com Top 40 Fan Chart.  “The Blood Covered It All” is the second single from the popular trio to reach the top spot.  Last year, the group saw “Feel the Joy” take the #1 spot as well.  In addition to the SouthernGospelTimes.com Top 40 Fan Chart, that single from the group charted on the Singing News Top 80 (#56) and AbsolutelyGospel.com (formerly SoGospelNews.com) Top 40 Weekly Chart (#14).

2nd Generation was recently greeted with news that they have received their first Diamond Award nomination. The nominees were announced last month in the May 2010 issue of SGN Scoops Digital, and 2nd Generation was nominated for the Sunrise Award.  The Sunrise Award honors up and coming artists in the Gospel music community.

The group is currently preparing to enter the studio to record their third album.  More information on that process will be released at a later date.

For more information on 2nd Generation – visit http://www.2ndgenerationministries.com.

You can also find out more information about the group on their MySpace at http://www.myspace.com/2generation.  The group’s ShoutLife can be found at http://www.shoutlife.com/2ndgeneration.

JIMMY NEEDHAM’S NIGHTLIGHTS BECOMES RECORD BREAKING PROJECT DEBUTING AT #9 ON CONTEMPORARY CHRISTIAN COMBINED ALBUM CHART AND #1 ON DIGITAL ALBUMS CHART

The Project’s First Single, “Yours To Take,” Is The Highest Debut This Week At #23 On The Christian AC Indicator Chart

Nashville, TN (May 26, 2010) —- It’s been a whirlwind of activity for singer/songwriter Jimmy Needham around the release date of his third project, Nightlights. The project’s street date was May 18, 2010 and immediately the album sent fans into the stores and online to buy a copy. For the first time in his career, Needham debuted at #9 on the Contemporary Christian Combined Album Chart with sales that doubled his first two releases.  At the same time, Nightlights reached the #1 position on the Digital Album charts.

After the success of Needham’s first two projects, expectations were high for the development of this artist and Needham did not disappoint his fans, radio or media.  CCM magazine proclaims, The growth curve climbed exactly as imagined…the Houston native’s progression continues at the same impressive rate as before on Nightlights. Radio is also responding to Needham’s first single from the album, “Yours To Take,” as it’s the highest debut this week at #23 on the Christian AC Indicator chart.

“Jimmy has truly become an artist whose staying power continues to rise with each new release,” says Andrew Patton, GM/VP of Label Operations, Inpop Records.  “The growth in sales and continued strong radio airplay shows the consumer base responding and growing with each record.  Just spend a few minutes listening to fan comments on the social sites or through digital outlets, and you’ll see for yourself the impact his songs and artistry is having on people.”

Nightlights was produced by Calvin Turner (Marc Broussard) and features twelve new songs written or co-written by Needham, with the thirteenth song being a remake of the pop classic, “How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You).”  Millions of fans were treated to a live performance of the new tunes during a worldwide broadcast of Needham’s CD release party in The Woodlands, TX.   An upcoming feature in the Houston Chronicle will feature the concert in an artist profile of Needham on May 28^th. Needham was in Nashville this week to perform “Yours To Take” live on Nashville’s Fox 17 TN Mornings and then taped “How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You)” on WSMV’s Better Nashville. The show will air on May 28^th.  The following week, Needham has several interviews on tap that includes Lifeway’s Stand Firm Magazine, The Christian Manifesto and CMAddict.com.

Photo ID (left to right): Shane Tallant, co-host, TN Mornings; Jimmy Needham; Kelly Sutton, co-host TN Mornings

Kris Miller’s Tribute to Fathers

Kris Miller released her new song “I’m listening now” in time for Father’s day. It’s a lovely tribute from her heart to Fathers everywhere. It expresses a child’s gratitude, who finally realizes the wisdom and love that their Dad has given them all through the years. It’s amazing how much smarter they get as we grow up.

Kris and the well known songwriter Marc A. Barnette wrote this song together. It has won many awards already including 1st place in the prestigious ICM award songwriting contest last Oct. and 1st place at the North American Country Music International Awards for co/writing.

Kris’ songwriting has become recognized all through the music industry as being truly inspirational. “I feel the Lord has us go through so many trials and tribulations in this life, along with wonderful and miraculous experiences, to know that as a loving Father, He’s always there to guide us and protect us. We just have to listen to Him. You can understand something intellectually but when you’re put in a tough situation it’s the feelings in your heart that actually make it real. I’m sure a lot of people can sympathize with those in Nashville and other places that have in one day, lost everything, but when it happens to you and suddenly you’re standing there with absolutely nothing, you truly know you’re in the hands of God!

Kris Miller, Multi-Award Singer songwriter, reigning 2 year ICM Songwriting Contest 1st and this year 2nd place also, has in the last few months Kris gone home with more awards:

Most Played New Gospel Selection “God Knows”, played on “One on One & Gospel Classics Syndicated Radio Ministries.  She also won the 2010 Co-Songwriter of the Year Adult New Country, Miller and Weaver for “The Keys” and 2010 Most Promising Co-songwriter of the year Adult New Country, Miller/Dixon, through the North American Country Music International Awards.  Kris, has a song on hold with Daywind right now. Also several new single song contracts. If you are looking for Award winning songs ask Kris J

DJ”S if you don’t have this song yet please email kris@krismillermusic.com

Brothers Forever Scores Latest Top 40 Hit

Song Continues to Take Internet Radio By Storm!

CHURCH HILL, Tenn. – (May 19, 2010) – Popular trio Brothers Forever was greeted with news last week that their current single has become the group’s latest Top 40 hit. The group’s fan-favorite hit song “Be Alright,” debuted on the AbsolutelyGospel.com (formerly SoGospelNews.com) Top 40 Weekly Chart last week at #40. The song rose to #36 on this week’s issue of the industry’s most watched weekly chart.

Curtis Hagy of Brothers Forever said, “We are so excited to see that our song is doing so well on Southern Gospel radio! We are fortunate to have a lot of success off of our current release – Sheltered. We have to thank everyone who has called and requested the song or voted for it on various online surveys! The people that support our ministry really do mean the world to us!”

“Be Alright” becomes Brothers Forever’s fifth Top 40 single on the popular chart.  The group’s previous singles to chart on the weekly report were “I Am Him,” “I Can’t Forget the Day,” “I Feel a Blessing Coming On,” and “My Everything.”

In addition, the song has had a resounding impact on internet radio – including charting at #1 on the SouthernSpinRadio.com Top 30 chart – making it the group’s fifth consecutive #1 hit on that chart from their Sheltered release.

“Be Alright” has also seen a surge of fan support. The song recently took the #1 spot on the Southern Gospel industry’s most popular fan-based chart – SouthernGospelTimes.com Top 40 Fan Chart.  “Be Alright” took the #1 spot on the chart for the week of February 22, 2010 after spending several weeks bubbling under the top position.

The SouthernGospelTimes.com Top 40 Fan Chart is the only chart in the Southern Gospel community that is determined solely by votes from fans of the genre. To vote on the popular chart – log on to http://www.southerngospeltimes.com .

Brothers Forever are currently booking dates for their upcoming
Fall tour.  More information on that will be announced at a later date. 

To visit the newly designed Brothers Forever website, visit http://www.brothersforever.net

Me In Motion’s FrontMan, Seth Mosley, Scores First #1 Single With “Born Again” By Newsboys

Nashville, TN — Me In Motion’s Seth Mosley celebrated for the second week his first #1 single as a writer for Centricity Publishing. Mosley co-wrote and co-produced newsboys two-week chart topping single, “Born Again.” Seth co-wrote/co-produced the song with Juan Otero and newsboys. At the same time, Mosley also has two other songs on the charts, “The One (I’m Fighting For)” by Article One that was co-written with Nathan Piche from Article One and “The God I Know” by Me In Motion that was co-written with Juan Otero. “The God I Know” recently started going for adds at radio and already is garnering airplay at syndicated outlets, Air1, Whip Of Chords, Firexcape and at such radio stations as, KADI/Springfield, MO, WVOF/Bridgeport, CT and WCVK/Bowling Green, KY. The song is the second single from Me In Motion’s self-titled debut on Centricity Music.

The Quicks Get Deacons to Dance

From the Social Media Files:

If you have heard The Quicks in concert, you know they’re not doing, as Sally Quick says, “Grandma’s traditional kind of song.” Proof positive is in this recent video, shared by Sally, of the family trio singing what many consider their signature song, “It’s a Sure Thing.”

Read more about how The Quicks use this song to minister interactively here.

For more on The Quicks: http://www.thequicksonline.com/

Thanks for sharing, Sally!

Eighth Day Enjoys Continued Success at Southern Gospel Radio

Group Scores 4th Consecutive Top 20 Hit

SPARTANBURG, S.C. – (May 5, 2010) – Popular Southern Gospel trio Eighth Day continues to enjoy much success at Southern Gospel radio. The celebrated trio recently scored their third consecutive Top 20 hit from their latest recording – Everything Holy – and fourth Top 20 hit of their career.

The group’s current single, the heart-tugging “Trust His Heart,” just broke the Top 20 on the upcoming June issue of the Singing News Top 80 chart – the Southern Gospel industry’s most recognized airplay report. The song rose from #25 to #20 for the report.

“We continue to be amazed at how God uses these songs,” mentioned Scott Robinson of Eighth Day. “’Trust His Heart’ means a lot to us, but more importantly it has a timely message for today’s church. ‘When you can’t see His hand – trust His heart.’ What a fantastic message!”

“Trust His Heart” follows in the footsteps of the group’s last three singles. All three previous singles broke the Top 20 as well – making Eighth Day one of the most played artists at Southern Gospel presently. The previous singles include “Rolled Away Stone” (#16), “Everything Holy to Me” (#18), and “The Veil Was Torn” (#18).

“Trust His Heart” has also had a good run on other radio reports such as reaching #12 on the AbsolutelyGospel.com Top 20 Weekly Chart (formerly SoGospelNews.com). The song has also charted on the Christian Voice Magazine Top 100 Southern Gospel Chart and been a regular fixture on the SouthernGospelTimes.com Top 40 Fan Chart.

Eighth Day will be releasing a new single from Everything Holy soon. More information on that single will be released at a later date.

More information on Eighth Day can be found at http://www.eighthdaymusic.com.

Sharron Kay King Says “Don’t Stop Believing” With New Radio Release

BYRON, Ga. –  – Singing News Fan Award nominee Sharron Kay King is sending an encouraging message out with her brand new single.  The new song, “Don’t Stop Believing” (which is also the title cut from her most recent project), is Sharron’s first release to radio in over a year and contains a message she hope’s resonates with friends and fans of Southern Gospel music.

“We are facing many troubles in our nation with the economy and inner turmoil,” mentioned Sharron. “’Don’t Stop Believing’ is a song with a very simple message – but one that we as believers need to hold on to. Though times seem tough now, we can’t stop believing. We have an assurance that our Savior will keep us safe like He’s always done.”

“Don’t Stop Believing” was recently sent to Southern Gospel radio through Jeff O’Neal and Heritage Communications. The single has an immediate add date.

“Don’t Stop Believing” is the follow-up to Sharron’s smash-hit and fan-favorite single “God’s Been Good.” That song, which was penned by Sue C. Smith and Belinda Smith, reached the #1 spot on the SouthernGospelTimes.com Top 40 Fan Chart and ranked as one of the 50 most played songs of 2009 according to SoGospelNews.com’s (now AbsolutelyGospel.com) Top 50 Year End Chart.

Sharron has already had a great run in 2010. She landed another nomination for Favorite Soloist in the 2010 SGM FanFair Awards (she won the award 2008). In addition – Sharron earned two Top 10 nominations in the 2010 Diamond Awards (for Favorite Female Soloist and Favorite Christian Country Female Artist).

To place a vote for Sharron in the Diamond Awards – head over the SGNScoops.com and place your vote!

More information as well as booking information on Sharron Kay King can be found at http://sharronkayking.com.

Fans are encouraged to visit Sharron’s MySpace at http://www.myspace.com/sharronkayking.

The English Family Seeks Help In Choosing New Single

Fans and Industry Insiders Encouraged To Speak Up

BARNESVILLE, Ga. – (April 26, 2010) – Georgia-based family group and Mansion Entertainment recording artist The English Family is seeking the help of friends, family, fans, and industry professionals with choosing their new single.

The group currently has a poll on their website and on Facebook where they are encouraging individuals to cast their vote for the group’s new single. The choices are between “Out of the Wilderness” and “Built On Sand” – both from the group’s critically acclaimed release Out of the Wilderness.

“We love both of these songs, but we thought who better to help us choose the next single than those that actually listen to the radio and drive this industry,” mentioned Phillip English of the English Family. “So far, we’ve gotten such positive feedback from this.”

The English Family hopes the new single will hit the desks of radio programmers all across the country next month. It will be the follow-up to the group’s Top 40 hit “Send Down Your Angels.”

To hear the songs and vote, head over the group’s webpage at http://www.englishfamilyonline.com .

The English Family recently scored their latest Top 40 hit. The group’s current single, “Send Down Your Angels,” recently cracked the SoGospelNews.com Top 40 Weekly Chart – the industry’s most watched weekly radio report. “Send Down Your Angels” spent five weeks on the chart – peaking at #33 – an impressive run for an independently promoted song without major label backing. The song has also been a regular fixture on the popular SouthernGospelTimes.com Top 40 Fan Chart.

“Send Down Your Angels” was written by 16-year old group member Jacob English, and it features stellar vocal performances from Jacob and group patriarch Phillip English. The song is the group’s debut single from their Mansion Records recording Out of the Wilderness.

For more information on The English Family – visit them online at http://www.englishfamilyonline.com.

About The English Family
The English Family is a multi-faceted evangelistic ministry based out of Barnesville, Georgia. In addition to being talented in the vocal department, this family is deeply engaged in ministry. The English Family ministers at concerts, conferences, workshops, and even on cruises. The group’s current release is titled Out of the Wilderness and features the hit single “Send Down Your Angels.”

The Freemans Grace the Cover of SGN Scoops Digital

To read the Freemans’ cover story, click here.

Group Debuts New Song From Much Anticipated New Album at 2010 SGN Music Awards Celebration

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Popular Southern Gospel artist The Freemans grace the cover of the highly popular internet magazine SGN Scoops Digital this month. The cover story, written by Southern Gospel journalist Lorraine Walker, is a two-part story that covers the group’s history and motivation.

Darrell Freeman of The Freemans said, “We were very excited when we were contacted by the magazine about being their cover story this month. We love getting to talk to folks and meeting new people. Lorraine was very gracious, and we have enjoyed the feedback from the article so far.”

In addition, the group talked at length about their new release – the follow-up to their most critically-acclaimed release to date – Eyes On the Prize.

“We are so excited about this new record,” mentioned Chris Freeman. “These songs are just dripping with God’s anointing. We can’t wait to see how He works through this new album.”

The Freemans debuted a new song from the release last week at the 2010 SGN Music Awards Celebration in which they were nominated for four awards.  The song, titled “The Father and the Son,” was penned by award-winning songwriter Dianne Wilkinson and received a standing ovation the night of the performance.

Chris Freeman said, “The material that we are already staging is just getting an incredible response already. To see our own peers as well as the fans get behind the new material like this is just amazing. We are so grateful that God continues to use our ministry after all these years.”

“Since the awards were streamed this year, we have gotten a multitude of positive reactions to the song,” mentioned Darrell Freeman. “Thousands of people got to hear the song for the first time – and we are so thankful to the SGN Music Awards for allowing us the opportunity to perform on their excellent show.”

The new, currently untitled release has a tentative street date of May 2010. More information on that will be released at a later date.

To visit the newly designed website of The Freemans, visit http://www.the-freemans.com.

You can also visit the group’s MySpace at http://www.myspace.com/thefreemans07. The group’s Fan Facebook is located at http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=55933096539.