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Diamond Awards Round 2 Voting Is Open

We are excited about a record- breaking voting participation in this year’s Diamond Awards nominations.  We are officially moving on the the second phase of the voting process. Please participate in this round by choosing up to three  favorites per category. Round 2 voting ends June 25, 2013. Remember to share the link with friends, fans and family and on all social media outlets. AND… Make plans to join us for the Diamond Awards in Pigeon Forge on October 29th. For more information, visit: http://creeksidegospelmusicconvention.com/

Congratulations to all of the top ten nominees!  The Diamond Awards- where the FANS choose the nominees and winners! Vote Now:

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March 2013 Editon Of SGNScoops Magazine

March 2013 SGNScoops Magazine Is Here

Wow! We sure have the scoop for you this month! The March Edition is jammed packed with exciting news. We’re thrilled to present Jason Crabb as this month’s cover story. Not only does Jason share details about his new CD, “Love Is Stronger,” but he shares his heart regarding ministry and family. Also in this issue, the spotlight is on Karen Peck and her latest solo record, plus we’re highlighting several ministries this month: Charlton Jordan, The Diplomats, Paul’s Journey, John Lanier, The Cargils, Promise, Jayc Harold and Shannon Shelby. As always, SGNScoops keeps the roads hot! This month Angela shares Omega in Concert and Rhonda shares Gospel Boot Camp with Gerald and Adam Crabb as well as the Southern Gospel Music Guild’s 2013 Harmony Honors. Sandi Duncan Clark covers music reviews featuring Red Roots, Tammy Jones Robinette, David Staton and Tommy Brandt. Enjoy a word of encouragement from John Mathis Jr, memories from Lou Hildreth, a fitness challenge from Laurette Willis and chronicles of a Singing English Teacher with Jeff Hawes of Karen Peck & New River. We have a couple of very exciting announcements regarding the Creekside Gospel Music Convention too, so watch the Publisher’s Point with Rob Patz, and don’t miss the Creekside update (hint hint….Ed O’ Neal… The Singing Cookes). All of this is neatly tucked in one place- a beautifully designed online magazine. The best part? It is absolutely FREE! Tell your friends, family and friends- and don’t forget to vote for your favorite artists! Round One Diamond Awards Voting is open NOW! Thank you SGNSCoops staff for an MARVELOUS MARCH issue. Our prayer is for God to be glorified in all we say and do.

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Gospel Music Today Named Highlighted Show

Gospel Music Today was designated “Highlighted Show of the Day” recently on the All Nations TV network, seen on the All Nations TV channel on ROKU. According to the All Nations TV announcement, “Gospel Music Today has been with us a few months but has made a positive impact on our network.”

Gospel Music Today, hosted by Ken and Jean Grady, features southern gospel news, concert updates, and interviews with southern gospel personalities. The show has received the 2012 Absolutely Gospel Music Pacesetter Award and the 2012 Diamond Award for Favorite Industry Website.

Gospel Music Today is televised weekly on KWHB TV47 in Oklahoma and on stations in Beaumont, TX, and Tyler, TX. The show can also be seen on the Gospel Music Today website, at www.gospelmusictoday.com.

February 2013 Editon Of SGNScoops Magazine

We are excited to present February’s edition of SGNScoops Magazine. On the cover this month is a name we’ve all grown to love over the years, “The Nelons!” We’re sure you’ll be blessed as the Nelons share about their legacy, family and ministry. Also this month, we’re highlighting the ministries of The Browders, Midnight Cry and Lindsay Huggins as well as Tommy Brandt, Jimmy Davis and Gerald Crabb. Enjoy concert stories on Palmetto State Quartet and a get replay of recent concert with Wes Hampton and Marshall Hall. Sandi Duncan Clark reviews February’s music, John Mathis has a spiritual challenge and Lou Hildreth shares more great memories. We are officially announcing the opening date for round one nominations for Diamond Awards is February 18th! The Diamond Awards will be held at the Creekside Gospel Music Convention in Pigeon Forge, TN. Get the latest news on Creekside in this issue as well. We are welcoming a few new writers this month! Make sure you let Dixie Phillips, Eva Wilson and Susan Werchonowicz know you appreciate them as well as the rest of our dedicated and talented staff. Special thanks to Sherri Whitt for sharing a concert experience. Remember, SGNScoops All Digital Magazine is free! Please share with your friends, family and fans!

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Rhonda Mitchell-Frye Receives Coveted Lou Hildreth Award

{EHA-Nashville} SGNScoops Editor in Chief, Rhonda Mitchell-Frye, of Ringgold, GA took home the coveted Lou Hildreth Award presented at the Diamond Awards Ceremony last week during the Creekside Gospel Music Convention. The multi-talented, minister, speaker, performer, and worship leader who is known for her servant’s heart, is no stranger to the Southern Gospel arena. She is multi-awarded for her songwriting talent and performances with NACMI in several catergories, including; “Most Promising Album of the Year,” “Most Promising Songwriter of the Year,”and  ”Horizon Female Vocalist of the Year.” Rhonda’s heart for the ministry is evident as Associate and Worship Pastor at Rock Pointe Church and as she teaches “Mini-Music”-a preschool music/movement program. Rhonda’s music ministry includes a diverse and progressive program that appeals to Southern Gospel, Praise and Worship, and Contemporary music fans. Lou Hildreth notes, “At the 2012 Diamond Awards, a very special young lady was presented the ‘Lou Hildreth Award’ in recognition of her outstanding contribution to the gospel music industry.  It is my privilege each year to designate the recipient of this award, and Rhonda Frye, the dynamic young  Editor-In-Chief of SGN Scoops, is without question the right choice.  Rhonda demonstrates her love for Gospel music in total dedication to the artists and the industry.   She has made excellent progress in broadening the interest in Gospel music, our shared passion, and keeps expanding the influence.  It was indeed a special thrill to present the “Lou Hildreth Award” to the fabulous Rhonda Frye.” Rhonda Frye notes, “I am so honored and humbled to have received the ‘Lou Hildreth Award.’ Lou has been a true example of what it means to dedicate one’s life to this amazing and blessed music. I am dedicated to carrying this torch forward and holding up the standard that Lou has set before us. Lou cannot be duplicated, but she can certainly be a role-model for all of us who aspire to carry out God’s plan in Gospel Music! Contact Rhonda: http://rhondafrye.com/    http://www.facebook.com/rhonda.m.frye?fref=ts For more info on Lou Wills-Hildreth   www.louhildreth.com

Declaration Enters Management and Booking Agreement with Creative Vision Entertainment

Declaration of Nashville, Tn is excited to announce they are joining the list of Creative Vision Entertainment artists.
Creative Vision Entertainment is a Nashville, Tn based management/booking company owned by April Potter Holleman.

Declaration’s ministry began 16 months ago with an endorsement by and invitat…
ion to tour with, The Booth Brothers. Touring with the Booth Brothers has allowed Declaration to hone their craft while being exposed to a large national and international audience. In addition to a full-time tour schedule, Declaration has four recordings with two national singles, an “Artist Spotlight” appearance on The Gospel Greats, a performance at the National Quartet Convention and also garnered a top 5 Nomination in the Sunrise category of the Diamond Awards.

“I am thrilled about the opportunity of working with these guys. Their talent, passion for ministry and attitude make
the perfect combo of what we look for at Creative Vision in our family of artists. I am excited for the future and cannot
wait to get started working hard for Declaration”, states April. Jake Sammons of Declaration says, “Since we began sixteen months ago, watching God move in our ministry has been amazing! We are looking forward to where He is leading and believe that April and CVE are part of that path.”

In addition to booking and managing a concert schedule, CVE will also be working to expand Declaration’s revival/crusade ministry. Declaration’s Kasey Kemp says “We feel very strongly about singing in churches and concert halls, but we also have a heart for revivals/crusades. April has experience in growing these types of ministries and we look forward to the doors God is opening with her help.”

For more information concerning Declaration, please visit www.declarationtrio.com
On Facebook www.facebook.com/declarationtrio
On Twitter www.twitter.com/DeclarationTrio

For more information concerning Creative Vision Entertainment, please visit www.creativevisionentertainment.com
On Facebook www.facebook.com/creativevisionent
On Twitter www.twitter.com/CVEApril

Promise has announced the signing of a booking/management agreement with Creative Vision Entertainment

Promise has announced the signing of a booking/management agreement with Creative Vision Entertainment, owned by April Potter Holleman. The young trio has only been traveling a year, but has already begun making its mark with a NQC main stage appearance, a Diamond Award nomination, and great reviews from both fans and peers.

“I’m very excited, and thankful for this opportunity.” Says group co-owner and lead singer, David Mann. “April is both a joy to work with, and highly respected in our industry. We’re looking forward to a great business partnership!”

Co-owner and tenor singer, T.J. Evans shares, “April’s enthusiasm and experience is exactly what we need, at this point in our ministry. I feel confident that Promise is in good hands.”

You can visit Promise online at www.promisetrio.com, or they can be found on www.facebook.com/promiseministries and www.twitter.com/promisetweets.

Creative Vision Entertainment is a booking, management and publishing company with a passion to expand music to new areas and levels with a cutting edge, out-side-of-the-box, marketing approach. April Potter Holleman founder/president has worked in the music industry for 16 years. She owned her own booking agency, April Potter Agency from 2002-2006 and has worked eight years as an agent with the Harper Agency. Along with booking, April has worked in management, consulting, radio promotions and most recently publishing. CVE has a wide range of artists with unique musical styles creating ‘a little something for everyone.’ For more information on booking any of the CVE artists, call the office at 615-479-0954 or email at april@creativevisionentertainment.com. Please check out bios, sound clips and news at www.creativevisionentertainment.com.

November 2012 Edition Of SGNScoops Magazine

Tis this season to be thankful,and we have a lot to be thankful for at SGNScoops Magazine. Be sure to read the highlights of the Creekside Gospel Music Convention! Rhonda gives the details of Lou Hildreth’s Celebration as well as details about this year’s Diamond Awards Show. Congratulations to all the winners. We are grateful to all those who participated in this year’s event and look forward to Creekside Gospel Music Convention 2013. We are very excited to present Canton Junction as the cover story and also highlight the ministries of Mercy’s Well, Tyler Hudson, Wes Combs, The Breakfast Club and the Littles. Celebrate 50 years in Gospel Music with the Singing Cookes and the retirement of the Melody Boys Quartet in this issue too! Don’t miss Ms. Lou’s memories, a Mathis moment with John Mathis or inspiration from Scott Rhoades. And a “must read story” is in this issue written by special guest writer, Kenna West regarding faith sharing. Check out who is releasing new music this month and see who is topping the charts! All of this and more written by a staff with more than 100 years experience in the Gospel Music Industry thus making us a trusted and reliable source of news and information. Don’t forget, our magazine is absolutely free! Please share with your friends! From the staff of SGNScoops Magazine, Happy Thanksgiving!

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