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New Quartet, “Sounds of Jericho” forms

Gainesville, GA.  We would like to announce the formation of a new male quartet, Sounds Of Jericho.  Sounds of Jericho founding members are Stacy Bragg, Stephen Sigmon, Ken Thomas, and Matt Tyler.  Stacy and Stephen are not strangers to Southern Gospel Music, many will remember them as also being founding members of the 2006 Singing News Horizon Group of the Year, The LeFevre Quartet.

Stacy is one of Gospel Music’s finest bass singers, having tenure with several notable groups including The Statesmen and The LeFevre Quartet.  Stephen spent almost 3 years as tenor with The LeFevre Quartet and prior to that was a member of a regional quartet, based in Georgia, for over 15 years.  These men have teamed up with some very talented singers in Ken Thomas and Matt Tyler.  Matt has over 18 years experience with the Peachland Quartet and Ken Thomas is a featured soloist at one of North Georgia’s largest churches, Blackshear Place Baptist Church.

“We are very excited about this new venture and we fully believe that God still has plans for us in the Southern Gospel Music Industry”, says Stephen Sigmon.  “We have recently released our inaugural project, entitled The Story Of His Grace, and look forward to sharing our Story of Grace in concerts around the Southeast.”

Sounds Of Jericho can be reached through their website, www.soundsofjericho.com, or through their Facebook page, www.facebook.com/SoundsOfJericho.

Mike LeFevre Talks With Angela Griffin Of SGNScoops.com

Griffin Ministries presents the award winning “LeFevre Quartet”

Spartanburg, S.C. – Griffin Ministries presents the award winning “LeFevre Quartet” of Gainesville, GA
at their first annual Memorial Day Weekend Gospel Sing on Friday, May 25th at 7:00 PM. Also appearing
will be… “Soul Harvest” of Boiling Springs, S.C. and “The Griffins” of Spartanburg, S.C . The concert will
be held at the Boiling Springs 9th Grade Campus, 3655 Boiling Springs Rd, Boiling Springs, SC 29316. The
concert has a twofold purpose… to share the love of Christ through song and to help alleviate the pain
and suffering of starving children in the island of Haiti through our mission partners, Love A Child, Inc.
Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased at Christian Supply, Spartanburg, S.C ., or by calling 864-
580-3686 or 864-237-3214. Tickets are $10 in Advance or $12 at the door. A mission’s offering will also
be taken for Love A Child, Inc. For more information e-mail us at griffinministry@aol.com . Everyone is
invited!

Brandon Barry Joins LeFevre Quartet

Nashville, TN: The LeFevre Quartet welcomes new bass singer, Brandon Barry to their line-up. For the past several months, popular Homecoming artist, Mike Allen has been filling the spot on a temporary basis. According to Mike LeFevre, “Mike Allen has been so gracious to fill in for us and we will miss not having him here. I would like to thank him publically for being such a blessing to us and everyone we’ve sang to while he’s been here. We are very excited to have Brandon on board and can’t wait to see how God will use him in this ministry.” Brandon has been with several groups, most notably The Stamps Quartet. The new vocal line up for The LeFevre Quartet is Jeremy Easley (Tenor), Jordan LeFevre (Lead), Mike LeFevre (Baritone) and Brandon Barry (Bass).

David Staton Announces New Venture

NASHVILLE, TN—David Staton, long-time lead vocalist of the LeFevre Quartet, has announced that he is leaving the group. He will continue to make solo appearances, singing his original music and sharing the stories behind the songs. Mike LeFevre and Staton founded the group in 2005 that garnered a variety of awards, endeared them to gospel music fans, and earned the respect of industry colleagues. “I can’t believe that I have been singing with Mike for as long as he sang with Gold City.” Friends for more than 20 years, Staton says of his friendship with LeFevre, “I don’t expect that to ever change.” Known for their tight harmony and impressive arrangements, Staton recalls, “I knew the first time I sang a song with Mike, there was this musical chemistry that was undeniable. Even when we felt like we had an ‘off’ night, it was still great.” Mike LeFevre stated, “We will certainly miss David on stage and off. He is not only one of the best singers I’ve ever sung with, but he truly has an anointing and gift that I’ve witnessed every time we sang. We are like brothers and I’ve enjoyed our time singing together. We are working together to plan some events and concerts together.”Staton’s last night with the LeFevres as lead will be September 17. Jordan LeFevre, Mike’s son, will fill the lead vocal position. David Staton said, “When we formed the group, Jordan was 13 years-old. I’ve watched him play drums, bass, and do just about every job while dreaming about singing. I believe the time has come for Jordan to sing, and it just makes sense that he should sing next to his dad.” Known for his songwriting, Staton’s songs have been recorded by nearly every major artist in Southern Gospel and even earned him a Grammy nomination. Production on a new solo recording is underway, expected to be released by late 2011, and will feature brand new music he has written along with several popular songs he penned for other artists. Expect guest appearances on that project from Jeff & Sheri Easter, The Ball Brothers, The Rick Webb Family, Taranda Greene and others yet unannounced. To schedule David Staton, contact Parker Webb & Associates at 336-601-7902 or email ParkWe3@aol.com.

 The LeFevre Quartet won multiple awards, appeared on television including the popular Charles Stanley’s In Touch, and launched several successful gospel music careers since its inception. Gus Gaches (Tenor) and Trey Ivey (Pianist) were former members of The LeFevre Quartet. Both are currently with Legacy Five. The LeFevre Quartet is booked through Becky Simmons Agency at 615-595-7500.

Frank Arnold Presents 41st Annual Gospel Sing In Seminole

{Crescendo Gospel Music Management}  Frank Arnold is gearing up to Present one of the South’s largest annual gospel singings.  The concert makes its 41st return engagement to the Seminole Music Park August 18th, 19th and 20th. Experience three amazing nights, one amazing opportunity to recharge your spirit and renew your life, as eighteen of America’s chart-topping, award-winning gospel music and entertainment legends take the stage!!  On Thursday, hear The Perrys, Mark Bishop, the Triumphant Quartet, Dailey and Vincent and the Nelons.  Return Friday for energized performances by Tim Riley and Gold City, the McKameys, Brian Free and Assurance, Karen Peck and New River,  the Mark Trammell Quartet and Shiloh.  Complete your amazing musical weekend on Saturday starting at 10:00 a.m. with the talent contest at the Jeff Johnston Auditorium at Seminole State College, open to individuals and groups;  it’s your chance to win recording sessions, a guest appearance at Saturday night’s show, and much more!  On Saturday night, thrill to the  inspiring sounds of Jason Crabb, Jeff and Sheri Easter, the Dove Brothers, the Dixie Echoes, the LeFevre Quartet and The Arnolds. Laugh master Christian comedian Aaron Wilburn promises to keep your sides splitting  on Friday and Saturday. All shows start at 7:30 p.m.  Tickets are $17 in advance, $18 at the door.  Three-night adult passes are only $45. Children 6-12 are admitted for only $3.

  For tickets and information, phone toll-free 1-888-205-6723 or (918) 445-2400.    Or, purchase your tickets in person at  Sooner Press in Seminole or The Good Bookstore in Ada.

 
The 41st annual gospel sing in Seminole, Oklahoma promises to be a wonderful and memorable experience to any southern gospel music lover!  We suggest that you buy your tickets in advance due to the high volume we are experiencing in pre-sold tickets. Please contact us at 1-888-205-6723 to purchase your tickets today!!!

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Debut Project From The New Gospel Singing Caravan In Stores This Week

Hendersonville, TN  – The Blackwood Brothers, LeFevre Quartet and Chuck Wagon Gang have teamed up with Daywind Records to present a brand new recording entitled, Keeps On Rolling Along.  This unique project, produced by David Staton and Mike LeFevre, provides a new generation of Gospel music lovers with a modern version of the Gospel Singing Caravan television show and tour of the 1960s.  The album features classics such as “I’m Too Near Home” and “How Great Thou Art” in addition to several new songs, including the first radio single, “I Always Have A Song To Sing.”  To promote the release of this collaborative project, the three groups will also be touring together for select dates this year.

“When we were putting this project together, we wanted the music and the arrangements to be very true to the original Gospel Singing Caravan of the 1960s.  That is why we chose many songs from that era and specifically songs that were performed by the original Caravan,” shares David Staton and Mike LeFevre.  “We also chose to put a couple of new songs on the CD that were penned from writers Dianne Wilkinson and Jerry Kelso.  Both of them have an amazing ability to write music that is true to that era both musically and lyrically, so even the new songs flow well with the classic material.”

Keeps On Rolling Along is available at Christian retail stores across the country and digitally at iTunes and other outlets.  Bulk purchasing for gift and ministry purposes is available by calling 1-800-635-9581.

Daywind Records is based in Hendersonville, TN and is distributed worldwide through New Day Christian Distributors.  Daywind is home to such great artists as Brian Free & Assurance, Sisters and the Booth Brothers, among others.

To hear clips from this project, visit http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EtNOB3mzXBk.  For more information on Daywind Records, visit daywindrecords.com. For more information on The New Gospel Singing Caravan, visit thenewcaravan.com.  The Chuck Wagon Gang and LeFevre Quartet appear courtesy of the Song Garden Music Group.

The New Gospel Singing Caravan Makes Old, New Again

(Hendersonville, TN) January 25, 2011 – The Gospel Singing Caravan, one of the most successful television shows and tours, was a staple in the 1960s, and is still representative of the golden era of Gospel music to this day.  The LeFevre Quartet, Blackwood Brothers, and Chuck Wagon Gang have teamed up with Daywind Records to record a new project reminiscent of that legendary time period, The Gospel Singing Caravan Keeps On Rolling Along.  This new album will feature songs from the original Caravan, such as “Wait Upon The Lord” and “This Great Caravan,” as well as other classics and even a couple of new songs, all sung by three groups who have over 75 years of history in Gospel music.  In addition to the new recording, the LeFevre Quartet, Blackwood Brothers and Chuck Wagon Gang are excited to tour together as The Gospel Singing Caravan in 2011.   With a new album and tour dates across the country, Gospel music lovers won’t want to miss the chance to go on this musical journey with The New Gospel Singing Caravan.

“There is something special about these three groups singing together,” comments Jimmy Blackwood of the Blackwood Brothers.  “The blend and sound of the combination couldn’t have been any better, and I think it’s a testimony to the fact that God has His hand upon this project!”

Dave Emery of the Chuck Wagon Gang shares in the excitement, “A wise man once said that you don’t know where you’re going until you know where you’ve been.  This music will be a breath of fresh air to those who remember it during the days of the original Gospel Singing Caravan, and it will be a great educational experience for those who were not around in the 1960s.  Whether you’re old or young, there is something for everyone in this music.  When you hear this music again like this, it is clear why these songs have stood the test of time.”

Daywind Records is based in Hendersonville, TN, and is distributed worldwide through New Day Christian Distributors.  Daywind is home to such great artists as the Blackwood Brothers Quartet, Brian Free and Assurance and Legacy Five, among others.  For more information on Daywind Records, visit daywindrecords.com.  For more information on The Gospel Singing Caravan, visit thenewcaravan.com.  The Chuck Wagon Gang and LeFevre Quartet appear courtesy of the Song Garden Music Group.