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Monroe Hopper, Founding Member of The Hoppers, Passes Away

(May 18, 2013) Madison, NC – Monroe Hopper graduated to his heavenly home in the morning hours of Friday, May 17, 2013 at the age of 86. In 1957, Mr. Hopper was a founding member of The Hoppers in 1957, then known as The Hopper Brothers.

Mr. Hopper was born on December 26, 1926 in Rockingham County, NC. In addition to helping form the Hoppers, he was a US Navy Veteran and a pioneer leader in establishing the Hopper Heritage Foundation, which assists young men and women in pursuing their educational goals.

“Monroe was my best friend,” said brother Claude Hopper. “Anything I needed anything – on the farm, on the road, at the house – my first call was always to Monroe. He took care of things back home while The Hoppers were traveling. I will miss my brother, my best friend.”

Monroe made his last public appearance in mid-2012 as The Hoppers were inducted into the GMA Gospel Music Hall of Fame alongside Aretha Franklin, Dallas Holm, Ricky Skaggs, Rex Humbard, and Love Song.

Survivors include his wife of 39 years, Joyce Gurganious Hopper; children, Jimmy Hopper (Linda), David Hopper (special friend, Sandra), Sharon Hopper (Mike Gonet), Cathy Bell (Frank), Virginia “Ginger” Horn (Bill); brothers, Will R. Hopper (Peggy), Claude D. Hopper (Connie), B. Wayne Hopper (Shirley), Richard D. Hopper (Shirley), Steve D. Hopper (Pat); sisters, Virginia H. Steele, Octola H. Currin and Catherine H. Pearson; eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. He is also survived by the mother of his children, Janie Hopper; mother-in-law, Colleen Gurganious; sisters and brothers-in-law, Jenny and Margaret Hopper, Clarence and Jean Barnes, Don and Kay Rouse, and many nephews and nieces.

The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m., Monday, May 20, 2013, at Ellisboro Baptist Church with Reverend Darrell Brumfield officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery with military honors by the Rockingham County Honor Guard and the North Carolina National Guard.

The family will receive friends from 6 until 8:30 p.m., Sunday, May 19, 2013 at Colonial Funeral Home.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Rockingham County, 2150 NC Highway 65, Reidsville, NC 27320; Ellisboro Baptist Church, c/o Nell Knight, 1734 Ellisboro Road, Madison, NC 27025; or The Hopper Heritage Foundation, 2811 Hwy 220, Madison, NC 27025.

Harmony Road to Feature Kingdom Heirs, Mark Trammel Quartet, Canaan’s Crossing and Ball Brothers

This weekend’s Harmony Road program features a great selection of music including The Kingdom Heirs with “When You Look at Me” written by Dianne Wilkerson, The Mark Trammel Quartet performs “I Believe, I Believe, I Believe” ,Canaan’s Crossing and their award winning tune “Dying to Live” and The Ball Brothers with “It’s About the Cross”. The program also includes an exclusive interview with Canaan’s Crossing.

Hosted by Singing News Publisher and Solid Gospel Radio host Les Butler, Harmony Road is a thirty minute program, airing Sunday Mornings on TNN/The Nashville Network and other outlets. Harmony Road can be seen on tens of millions of homes across the country. For more information on TNN and its growing list of affiliates go to www.watchtnn.com, or www.harmonyroadtv.com. You can also follow Harmony Road on Facebook at www.facebook.com/harmonyroadtv.

Rounding out the Harmony Road broadcast team is pianist Cody McVey, who can be seen and heard on
the Ball Brothers video in the program. You can also find Harmony Road each Saturday evening and Sunday morning on WMJN29 in the Huntsville/Decatur, Alabama area and streamed on the internet at www.wmjn29.com. The program is also shown on Sunday afternoons in the Anniston/Gadsden Alabama area on tv24, and on Charter Cable in Clarksville and Jackson, TN where it’s also available “on demand”. Harmony Road is broadcast Saturday evenings on theWALKtv. For a list of affiliates and information on streaming, including ROKU, go to www.thewalktv.com.

Other members of the Harmony Road team are Randy Liner, Technical Director and Roger Spears, producer. For advertising, sponsorship information and video submissions email roger@harmonyroadtv.com

GRAMMY® WINNING VOCALIST AND AUTHOR JASON CRABB RELEASES FIRST CHILDREN’S BOOK

NASHVILLE, May 16, 2013 – Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, actor, author, husband and father, Jason Crabb, has announced his first children’s book. One God, One You has officially released and is currently available at all Jason Crabb concerts, events and online at www.JaseCrabb.com.

One God, One You follows the story of Evan, a young boy who loves to sing and play his ukulele. At a Jason Crabb concert, he receives an unexpected present – his very own Jase the Crabb®. In his dreamland adventure with Jase®, Evan learns just how special and important his love of music is. He discovers that the things he enjoys doing most are gifts from God — gifts with a purpose and a perfect plan, straight from heaven.

“For as long as I can remember, I’ve wanted to write a children’s book. This has been a dream of mine – to impact the lives of our most precious gift, our children,” says Jason. “As a father, I know how important it is for those little eyes to read good, positive, material. This book lets the reader know they are something special and that God created them with a purpose! I hope this will touch the hearts of children, parents, grandparents and anyone with a child in their life. All children need to know they are special!”

JASE The name of the character, Jase®, holds a special meaning to Crabb. Derived from the initials of his family – J(ason) A(shleigh) S(hellye) E(mma) – the name is also what his late Grandfather would call him. “I would visit my grandfather in the summer months and help him around the farm. I can’t even remember how many times I heard him call out to me – “JASE, come on over here and help me out!” – it just seemed like a natural fit to name this character after my grandfather.”

Jason Crabb has partnered with award-winning illustrator Anita DuFalla to bring Jase® and his friends to life. Anita’s clients include McGraw-Hill, Harcourt (Brace), Benchmark Education Company, Washington Post among others.

“When I saw Anita’s work and witnessed her heart for this, I knew God had brought the right person to this project,” shares Crabb. “Her creativity and talent have brought my little buddy, Jase®, to life!”

JASE® CRABB This first book launches the ten-book Jase® Series, as Evan learns just how special he is and more lessons that come straight from the Bible – stories that reveal the goodness and love of God to children, families and caregivers from all walks of life. Children, parents and teachers can log on to www.JaseCrabb.com where they can print off curriculum, coloring pages, certificates of completion, learn about Jase® Univeristy and comment on the books. In addition to Crabb, a creative team compiled of Donna Scuderi and Philip & Tina Morris were an integral part of the team contributing to the overall foundation and direction of the book series.

SONGWRITERS HONORED ON THIS WEEK’S HARMONY ROAD

SIGNAL MOUNTAIN, TN MAY 10, 2013:Harmony Road will again feature songwriters, the stories behind their songs and inspirational performances during a special 2 week “Song of a Lifetime” series. Award winning songwriter and “Song of a Lifetime” producer, Phil Cross is special guest co host. This weekend’s program is the second episode of the 2 part series and includes stories and performances by Cross, Tim Lovelace along with the Mark Trammel Quartet, Mark Bishop, and the Triumphant Quartet performing “You’ll Find Me There”, penned by Joseph Habedank and Scotty Inman. Other songs include “Jesus Built a Bridge”, “Can I Pray for You?” and “Old Convention Song”. Performances are from special “Song of a Lifetime” programs at the National Quartet Convention, and the intimate, acoustic video series featuring many top Gospel Songwriters. Hosted by Les Butler, the program originates from Jim Oliver’s Smokehouse in Monteagle, Tennessee. More information about The Smokehouse can be found at www.thesmokehouse.com. Song of a Lifetime DVD’s can be purchased from Harmony Road at www.harmonyroadtv.com.

Harmony Road can be found each Sunday morning at 8 Eastern time on TNN/The Nashville Network and other outlets. For more times and stations, including online streaming, go to www.harmonyroadtv.com. Go to www.watchtnn.com for TNN stations, and www.thewalktv.com for WalkTV affiliates. Other team members include Southern Gospel Musician Cody McVey providing special interviews and insights, as well as Roger Spears, Producer and Randy Liner, Technical Director.

May 2013 SGNScoops Magazine

We are proud of the May issue! In fact, it’s not even summer yet, but this issue sizzles! Aaron and Amanda Crabb spice up the cover, and their interview will most definitely melt hearts! Also in this issue, catch the latest from Red Roots, the Pine Ridge Boys, and Mark Bishop. Get the scoop on Devin McGlamery and also Greater Vision’s new music projects, and catch the Younger Perspective with Adam Brown. Get to know Christian Country’s rising star, Abby Paskvan, and the West Coast’s Keepers of the Faith. You heard the news about the upcoming Cathedral Reunion, but get the inside scoop from Ernie Haase, Mark Trammel and Scott Fowler. Dr Jeff Steele delivers a word of encouragement, Lou Hildreth honors Tim Riley and Jeff Hawes honors his mom. Catch up on the latest Creekside Gospel Music Convention plans, see who made the top ten list for Diamond Awards and see what songs are topping the charts. As always….digital, free and good! The scoop is nestled inside a beautiful magazine and is now available in in two formats. You choose- PDF or flip-style and please share with friends, family and fans.

LARRY STRICKLAND ANNOUNCES MAJOR CHANGE

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — May 8, 2013 — Larry Strickland, owner of Palmetto State Quartet, has announced a major change for the legendary quartet. It was announced today that the popular vocal ensemble will undergo a name change in the coming weeks. The change comes at a time when Strickland sees the group evolving. “We feel that this is the perfect time to make a name change since we have had vocal changes in our group recently” stated Strickland. “The talent and sound that has come together is exciting! We still have the close harmony, but also this group can deliver unique, modern vocal arrangements for our time. We’ve spent months writing new material, working in the studio and can’t wait to premier our new music to radio and our fans!”

So, what’s the new name? “Well, we don’t really know,” says Strickland, with a laugh. “We need some help, so we are going to our friends and fans, the ones who come to our concerts, to ask for their input. ”

Beginning today, May 8, 2013 through May 29, 2013, fans can submit their suggestions for the new name of the group to NameTheGroup@gmail.com. The brand-new name will be announced on June 3, 2013. The winning entry that is chosen will receive the following as a “thank you” from Larry Strickland and members of the group:
$500 Cash Prize
Front Row seats to any upcoming concert
Meet-and-Greet before a concert
The first copy of the new CD, autographed
Autographed Picture
The group is currently in the studio finishing their new project and a tour will be launched in conjunction with the recording release. “These are greatly exciting times,” says Larry. “I love Southern Gospel Music and I am looking forward to the next phase of this group!”

Palmetto State Quartet is booked exclusively through BSA/Beckie Simmons Agency. Beckie Simmons states ” This is the perfect time for the name change with this Quartet. We are behind them 100% and looking forward to taking this journey with Larry Strickland and PSQ for the future!” For further information call 615-595-7500 or visit www.bsaworld.com.

Brad Davis Performs For Dave Ramsey Entreleadership Master Series Even

Franklin, TN (Mansion Entertainment/BlueGrass Valley Records) May 8th, 2013 – The Lampo Group, founded by popular author, national radio host and financial advice guru Dave Ramsey, recently held one of their most prestigious events in the Nashville area, The Entreleadership Masters Series. To display their Nashville hospitality they wanted to provide a flavor of some of the city’s renowned music style for their elite conference attendees and Brad Davis was the artist of choice. Davis is known for inventing a unique guitar style called ‘double-down up’ and showcased his musicianship and vocals for listeners at the event.

The Entreleadership Masters Series offered by The Lampo Group caters to entrepreneurs and business owners desiring to take their business and leadership teams to the next level in principles of business growth. Dave Ramsey has grown his business from his living to an organization of over 350 team members. Dave is known for his popular best-selling book, Financial Peace, and his nationally syndicated radio show, The Dave Ramsey Radio Show. Churches across the nation have adopted the Financial Peace curriculum offering classes and instruction at a local level for those interested in improving their personal financial management. The Entreleadership Masters Series is geared toward the business side of financial management and success.

Brad Davis’ debut project, ‘Walk On Faith’, releases this month on the Mansion/BlueGrass Valley Record label with the debut single, “Road To Emmaus”, already beginning to climb charts across the country.

Beelers Unveil New Website

Knoxville, TN (May 7, 2013) The Beelers of Knoxville, TN are proud to unveil their new website www.thebeelers.org . Known for their close family harmony, the Beelers now have a nice looking home on the internet for fans to keep up with them.

Robin Beeler Cumbie stated “Our new website is totally awesome. It looks beautiful, has a great photo gallery and an easy to use store where fans can purchase the Beelers CDs and T-shirts, including the new CD which will hopefully be out in June”.

Continuing the excitement Tina Beeler Moody said “Other great features of the new site include our calender of appearances and links to connect with us on FaceBook and Twitter”.

The Beelers recently became a 501C non-profit organization and tax deductible donations may now be made to them through the new website.

Cory Beeler added “So many exciting things are happening for us right now. We have our new website, we’re finishing our new recording with Glen Bates and BSA Records, and our new single “When A Man Dies” is soaring up the chart. We are just grateful to God for His blessings to us”.

You can get in touch with or book The Beelers at www.thebeelers.org, www.facebook.com/TheBeelersOfficial , www.bsaworld.com , or E-mail them at blessed@thebeelers.org

The Beelers are represented by the Beckie Simmons Agency.

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