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LOU HILDRETH 75TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION TO BE AIRED DECEMBER 29, 2012 ON WATC

Atlanta, GA.(December 27, 2012) – WATC Television out of Atlanta, Georgia, will be airing the Lou Hildreth 75^th Anniversary Celebration held at Creekside Gospel Music Convention on October 30, 2012. The event was hosted by Coastal Media Group and SGNScoops to honor Lou Wills Hildreth, a Gospel Music legend who was delighted by tributes from artists such as Phil Cross, Ann Downing, The Blackwoods, Clayton Inman, Jeff Stice, David Sutton, The Southmen and many more, as well as video clips from Larry Gatlin, Larry Ford and Bill Gaither. Many of these special moments are shown on TV Special to be aired December 29, 2012 at 3:00pm.

Patricia Mathis and her crew of WATC TV, Atlanta’s TV 57, recorded the Celebration and is excited about airing the TV Special. “The inspiring and precious life of Lou Wills Hildreth, taped at Creekside Gospel Music Convention, will be aired in a 75th Anniversary Celebration special on www.watc.tv, Saturday, December 29, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. You will not want to miss this special honoring Lou for her 75 years of spreading the gospel in music through her own singing, inspiring others and being a person that everyone wanted to know. Thanks to Rob Patz of SGNScoops Digital Magazine and his crew for making this special an awesome event.”

Rob Patz, CEO of Coastal Media Group and publisher of SGNScoops, was thrilled to have the opportunity to honor his friend, Lou Hildreth, in such a way. “Lou has spent her lifetime promoting this special music and its timeless message,” said Patz. “To be able to celebrate her achievements and the many friendships she has made was a blessing. We are excited that WATC TV was there to record this special event for those who couldn’t be with us. We hope many will tune in and watch!”

Picture information: Lou Hildreth, J.P. Miller and choir

 About WATC TV: WATC TV provides Atlanta with a mix of family, Christian and educational programming. It is known to viewers as the home of Atlanta Live and is seen over the air throughout the metro Atlanta market and also in over one million cable and satellite homes. WATC is the home of many original series and has been honored with numerous Angel and Telly Awards, as well as receiving it first EMMY in 2010. The station’s programming can be seen around the world via video streaming located on the WATC website at http://www.watc.tv/

About Creekside Gospel Music Convention: Creekside Gospel Music Convention held it’s inaugural event at the Smokey Mountain Convention Center, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee from October 29 through 31, 2012. The CGMC is presented by SGN Scoops and Coastal Media Group at Pigeon Forge and is the home of The Diamond Awards and other special events. Next year’s dates are October 28, 29 and 30^th, 2013. For more information on Creekside Gospel Music Convention visit http://www.creeksidegospelmusicconvention.com/

About SGNScoops: SGNScoops Digital is a fully-downloadable monthly magazine that exists to promote the gospel by unveiling what is intriguing and real about Southern Gospel and Christian Country music. SGNScoops offers music news and views as well as concert and book reviews, inspirational articles and features reaching beyond our gospel music world. SGNScoops is the home of the Diamond Awards, a fan-based annual awards program recognizing the best in Southern Gospel and Christian Country music.  SGN Scoops is always digital, always free. For more information: http://www.sgnscoops.com/

We’re Growing!

We’re excited about the rise in popularity we’ve experienced this year!  We’re now at a place of adding additional gifted writers to our team.  Do you enjoy writing?  Do you love Gospel Music?  We are considering adding feature writers and event writers to our staff at Coastal Media Group. Coastal Media is the parent company of SGNScoops.com, SGNScoops All Digital Magazine, Creekside Gospel Music Convention, The Southern Styles Show, and SGMRadio.com.  We’ve grown during 2012 and anticipate substantial growth to continue in 2013.  If you are interested in using your writing skills to promote the gospel and gospel music, please email rhonda@sgnscoops.com  for more information.

Christy Sutherland And Daniel Ball To Host 2012 Diamond Awards

Seattle, WA (October 24, 2012) –SGN Scoops is excited to announce the hosts for the 2012 Diamond Awards at Creekside Gospel Music Convention, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Singer/songwriter Christy Sutherland and Daniel Ball of the Ball Brothers will be hosting the Awards gala on Tuesday, October 30^th. The Diamond Awards is a free event, featuring performances by Crosby Lane, The Ball Brothers, Phil Stacey and Gerald Crabb, along with other exiting artists. Sutherland and Ball will be joined by other special presenters to announce the winners of the prestigious Diamond Awards.

“Three of my favorite things are: singing, comedy and fishing,” says Daniel Ball. “I’ve never figured out how to combine all three until now. I am thrilled for the opportunity to help host the Diamond Awards at the Creekside Gospel Music Convention.  The Ball Brothers will be performing and I’m sure we’ll get some humor into the awards show, whether it’s planned or not. No one has said anything about fishing, but I figure where there is a creek, there are fish! This will be a lot of fun.”

Christy Sutherland, a Diamond Award nominee, is also looking forward to Creekside Gospel Music Convention. “I am honored to be hosting the Diamond Awards for the third year in a row! I am especially looking forward to celebrating the Diamond Awards in the beautiful Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.” Sutherland adds, “Pigeon Forge will always have a special place in my heart, as that is where my husband and I spent most of our courtship. It’s a beautiful town tucked away in the Smoky Mountains and has always been a hot bed for great Southern Gospel and Christian Country music. I can’t wait to see so many of my friends in the music business be recognized for their talents and ministries!”

“I’m excited to have such exceptional talent as hosts for the 2012 Diamond Awards,” says Rob Patz, CEO of Coastal Media Group and publisher of SGN Scoops. “Christy always does a phenomenal job and I’m sure our audience will enjoy the addition of Daniel to the program. I’m looking forward to this great evening of wonderful music and being able to recognize the amazing artists that are in our industry.”

Creekside Gospel Music Convention will be held at the Smokey Mountain Convention Center, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee from October 29 through 31, 2012. All events are free, including morning chapel, afternoon matinees and evening performances, as well as the exhibit hall. The 75^th Anniversary Celebration of Lou Hildreth will be the focus on Monday, October 29. The 2012 Diamond Awards will be held on October 30 and October 31 is Family Night. For more information on Creekside Gospel Music Convention visit http://www.creeksidegospelmusicconvention.com/

Rooms are available at the hotel on site for just $54 per night. Reservations can be made by phone or online. By phone, call toll-free at Toll Free: 1-800-223-6707 or local call 865-908-3015. Online Reservations- go to

http://www.smokymountainconventioncenter.com/.
Click “Book My Room” then Click “SGN Scoops.”

For more information, email rob@sgnscoops.com or rhonda@sgnscoops.com.

Creekside Gospel Music Convention October 29,30, 31 in Pigeon Forge, TN

SGNScoops is proud to present the Creekside Gospel Music Convention next week, October 29,30,31 at the Smoky Mountain Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. The three day event will feature some of the best in Southern Gospel Music as well as celebrations of milestones and achievements in the Gospel Music Industry.  WATC Channel 57 out of Atlanta will capture the highlights of the Creekside Gospel Music Convention and will air a special program in December.  Below is a description of the activities and events of the Creekside Gospel Music Convention and remember ALL EVENTS ARE FREE TO THE PUBLIC!

On Monday evening at 7:00pm, we will celebrate 75 years in Gospel Music with Mrs. Lou Wills Hildreth! This celebration will include performances by special guests and will be hosted by Tim Lovelace.  This evening will be a great night of honoring a living legend in Gospel Music and everyone is invited!

Before the Lou Hildreth Celebration begins at 7:00pm, there will be a “Pre-Show” at 5:30 pm.  This Pre-Show will include artist performances by Phil Cross, Promise, Channing Eleton and more.  An evening concert will follow Ms. Lou’s Celebration and will include performances by Declaration Trio, The Youngs and others.

On Tuesday morning, the fellowship continues!  There will be a 9:30 a.m. chapel service and then an afternoon musical matinee will take place.  From noon until 3:00pm, artist performances will include The Williamsons, Omega, Christy Sutherland, Ann Downing, Logan Smith along with many more.

The Diamond Awards Show will be presented on Tuesday evening at 7:00pm.  For the last several months, fans voted for their favorite artists and groups in 23 different categories. The final five nominees, along with the winner of each category, will be announced.  Special artist performances during the Diamond Awards Show will include the Ball Brothers, David Bryan, Gerald Crabb, Phil Stacey, Watts, Rowsey, Bean and others. The evening will also feature the debut of a brand new group, Crosby Lane. The night’s special event will be hosted by soloist Christy Sutherland and Daniel Ball of the Ball Brothers.

The Diamond Awards Pre-Show will begin at 5:30pm on Tuesday afternoon and will continue until the Diamond Awards begin at 7:00pm. Following the Diamond Awards, performances from many artists and groups will continue until 11:00 p.m.

Wednesday morning, October 31, the Chapel Service will begin at 9:30am with a short devotion and time of worship. The afternoon concert, from noon until 3:00pm will feature David Bryan, Pine Ridge Boys, Ava Kasich, Renaissance Revival, The Griffins and more. From 3:00pm – 11:00pm, the fellowship and music continues with an Evening Concert showcasing Lindsay Huggins, Rhonda Frye, Lisa Herald, In His Image Quartet, Faith’s Journey and others.  For a complete schedule, visit: http://www.creeksidegospelmusicconvention.com/p/2012.html  (Schedule is Subject to Change)

In addition to the celebrations, awards and gospel music, SGNScoops has partnered with a local ministry. All guests and participants are encouraged to bring good used clothing, house-hold items, toys, books, cds and more to benefit LIVE-IT.  LIVE-IT is a local non-profit ministry serving widows, orphans and the less fortunate in the Sevier County area.  Items collected will stock LIVE-IT’s thrift store.  All items sold will directly fund ministry needs.   For more information about the out-reach project, visit: http://www.sgnscoops.com/2012/10/08/creekside-gospel-music-convention-announces-outreach-project/.

The exhibit area of the Smoky Mountain Convention Center will be filled with artist and vendor booths.  This is a great chance to meet your favorite artists as well as purchase a variety of products.

Rooms are available at the hotel on site for just $54 per night. Reservations can be made by phone or online. By phone, call toll-free at Toll Free: 1-800-223-6707 or local call 865-908-3015. Online Reservations- go to http://www.smokymountainconventioncenter.com/.
Click “Book My Room” then Click “SGN Scoops.”

For more information, email rob@sgnscoops.com or rhonda@sgnscoops.com. Phone inquires: 360-933-0741

Ball Brothers To Appear At Creekside Gospel Music Convention

Seattle, WA (October 15, 2012) – SGN Scoops and Coastal Media Group are pleased to announce that the popular Ball Brothers will be performing at the Diamond Awards presentation to be held at Pigeon Forge on October 30, 2012. The Ball Brothers, recipients of the 2011 Singing News Horizon Group Of The Year Award, are a progressive young vocal group that performs across the country and around the world. They are the latest addition to an exciting line-up of artists scheduled to appear at the Creekside Gospel Music Convention to be held at Pigeon Forge from October 29 through 30, 2012.

“We’re excited and looking forward to the opportunity of singing at this year’s Diamond Awards,” said Daniel Ball. “This will mark the Ball Brother’s first appearance at this event and we can’t wait to introduce our music to everyone and make new friends.”

Rob Patz, CEO of The Coastal Media Group and publisher of SGN Scoops is delighted to add The Ball Brothers to the growing list of Christian artists attending Creekside Gospel Music Convention. “The Ball Brothers are a vocal group with a unique sound that will add a special spark of enthusiasm to the Diamond Awards evening,” said Patz. “We are looking forward to welcoming this great group of singers to Creekside.”

Creekside Gospel Music Convention will be held at the Smoky Mountain Convention Center, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, from October 29 through 31, 2012. The 75^th Anniversary Celebration of Lou Hildreth will held Monday, October 29. The 2012 Diamond Awards will be presented on October 30 and October 31 is Family Night. For more information on Creekside Gospel Music Convention visit http://www.creeksidegospelmusicconvention.com/

For more information on The Ball Brothers, visit http://www.theballbrothers.com/home.cfm

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Rooms are available at the hotel on site for just $54 per night.  Reservations can be made by phone or online.  By phone, call toll-free at Toll Free: 1-800-223-6707 or local call 865-908-3015. Online Reservations- go to http://www.smokymountainconventioncenter.com/.

Click “Book My Room” then Click “SGN Scoops.”

Creekside Gospel Music Convention Announces Outreach Project

The Creekside Gospel Music Convention is excited to announce its partnership with a local ministry during the three-day event in Pigeon Forge, October 29,30 31.  “From day one of planning the Creekside Gospel Music Convention, the idea of being more than just a music convention was heavy on my heart.  It’s my conviction that if a great number of Christians are gathered in a city, then surely there is something we can collectively do to leave the community better than it was when we arrived.  Of course, our goal is to spread the gospel in song, but putting our music into action has been close to my heart,” says Rhonda Frye, Editor in Chief of SGNScoops Magazine.

The 2012 Creekside Gospel Music Convention will partner with a local non-profit ministry called “LIVE-IT.” Their tagline is- “Taking the Bible Out of the Box!”  LIVE-IT works with churches, community organizations, businesses, local government and neighborhoods to minister to widows, orphans, single moms, veterans, the handicapped, in many  ways.  LIVE-IT helps the less fortunate with providing necessities or with home repairs, yard maintenance, car repairs and more.  LIVE-IT has a “pay it forward” focus that helps those on the receiving end give back to the community by using their unique gifts and talents.

“We have never done anything like this before,” says Paul Danis of LIVE-IT. “We are thankful and excited to be a part of Creekside Gospel Music Convention. We look forward to our partnership to change lives of those in need in Sevier County.”

“We are excited to join a ministry that is showing God’s love to so many people in the region,” Rob Patz, owner of SGNScoops, adds.

LIVE-IT operates a “thrift store” and proceeds earned are funneled into buying supplies needed for ministry.  We are asking all of the artists participating as well as all those attending Creekside Gospel Music Convention to help LIVE-IT stock their Thrift Store!  LIVE-IT will park a truck to gather donations during the 3-day event.  Items needed are: building supplies, housewares, good working appliances, used clothing, shoes, purses, belts, hats, coats, toys, games, children’s clothing, books AND music CDs!

We are asking that no one come to Creekside empty-handed, so plan ahead, pack now so that you don’t forget!   If we all participate, we can leave a lasting impression on a community. We are simply asking our guests and participants to  donate something that you’re not using.  All of those small donations will surely add up and will speak volumes about God’s love to a community that needs Jesus.

To learn more about LIVE-IT, visit http://www.live-it.tv/index.html.

About Creekside Gospel Music Convention:

We hope you’re making plans to be with us for Celebrating Lou Hildreth’s 75 years in Gospel Music, The Diamond Awards and Gospel Music.  All events are free to the public!  The Creekside Gospel Music Convention will take place at the Smoky Mountain Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, TN on October 29,30 and 31!

Rooms are available at the hotel on site for just $54 per night.  Reservations can be made by phone or online.  By phone, call toll-free at Toll Free: 1-800-223-6707 or local call 865-908-3015. Online Reservations- go to http://www.smokymountainconventioncenter.com . Click “Book My Room” then Click “SGN Scoops.”

Please email  rhonda@sgnscoops.com or rob@sgnscoops.com if you have any questions!   We’re expecting a great time of worship, fellowship, celebration and also being the hands and feet of Jesus. Help us pray that many lives will be touched, encouraged and changed!  For more information about Creekside Gospel Music Convention, visit: http://www.creeksidegospelmusicconvention.com/

The Lore Family Takes Main Stage at NQC

{EHA-Nashville, TN} The popular Lore Family, who recently released Darren Lore’s upbeat and moving For I Have Learned through Jim Robinette’s SCM Vol. 22 radio comp, had a busy and successful week at the 2012 National Quartet Convention in Louisville, KY. Chosen from a Regional Artist Showcase to appear on the main stage during the convention was an exciting highlight of their week. The Ohio based group has also had much success with Darren’s song, Come On and Praise Him that reached #44 on the Singing News Top 80 and most recently, Wait for the Dust to Settle that peaked at #64. As the group becomes more recognized on a national level, their concert dates continue to expand into new territories. Last month, they traveled to NC & SC to three churches and will return the first weekend of October to NC to conduct 3 more services. Darren is a pastor, and with the support of his wife, Sandy, and their children (Fayth and Samuel), his ministry at home and on the road managing the family group is a joy and passion for him. Sandy is also a recognized minister, teacher, devotional leader and women’s conference speaker. This passion was passed to Fayth, who will be a featured speaker at a TG Entertainment Live event that will include conferences and a concert featuring the Lore Family, the Browders, J.B. & Barb Spencer, and more in Wheelersburg, Oh, Nov. 16 & 17. During NQC events, the Lore Family was interviewed by Mary Fay Jackson of Family Friendly TV, The Gospel Music Today television program produced by Ken & Jean Grady, Rob Patz and Rhonda Frye of SGNScoops Digital, Jerry & Sharon Mays of The Branson Gospel Groove, Jim & Tammy Robinette of the Southern Celebration TV program, and more. The family mission includes reaching all possible through song and word and striving to offer good original songs that touch lives and hearts. More info on the Lore Family: Darren Lore: 740-935-1188

Logan Smith Interview With Lorraine Walker On SGNScoops

Southern Gospel Gardener – Triumphant Quartet On SGNScoops.com

RESERVE YOUR BOOTH at the Creekside Gospel Music Convention!

Plans are in full swing for this year’s Creekside Gospel Music Convention.  We hope you’re making plans to join us.  Many groups and artists responded quickly to participate in this year’s event within the first week of our announcement. We’re excited! We’re anticipating a great week of fellowship and we want to encourage you to get involved too!

The Creekside Gospel Music Convention will host Ms. Lou Hildreth’s 75 years in Gospel Music Celebration and the 2012 Diamond Awards Show. We are looking forward to a great three days at the Smoky Mountain Convention Center, Pigeon Forge, TN on October 29, 30 and 31.

Each day there will be  chapel services, musical matinees and gospel music showcases. This is your chance to network with other artists and introduce your ministry to new fans! Hurry now and reserve your booth, space is limited. For questions or registration, email  Rob Patz at rob@sgnscoops.com.

The excitement is in the air! Keep up with the plans as they unfold! Visit us on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Creekside-Gospel-Music-Convention/319511364790623

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