BILL BAILEY SETS UP SOUTHERN GOSPEL ARTIST RELIEF FUND
Written by Staff on April 3, 2020 – 11:59 am -
Bill Bailey at Creekside Gospel Music Convention
-PRAY, SHARE & GIVE-
Bill Bailey, pastor of Happy Gospel Church in Bradenton, Florida, and promoter of Southern gospel concerts for many years, has begun a fund to help Southern Gospel artists who are struggling financially due to the Coronavirus pandemic. Many venues are closed and concerts are postponed or cancelled because of the need for isolation and physical distancing. Many states in America have limited the number of people that can gather in one place. All these issues have affected artists greatly and Bill Bailey would like fans to give back. He has set up an online fund HERE.
Sally and Bill Bailey
Bill posts the following on Facebook:
The coronavirus pandemic is having a major effect on our Southern gospel family. Many concerts are currently being cancelled or rescheduled, leaving a devastating impact on artists and their families. These artists are full time and depend on their income for their livelihood. The objective of this campaign is to raise awareness and support for these artists and their families. 100% of the proceeds will go to those artists’ families affected.
Please watch the following video for more information:
Here’s our three-fold strategy:
1. Please PRAY! “…the effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.” – James 5:16
2. Please SHARE! “For we are laborers together with God…” – I Cor 3:9
3. Please GIVE! “Every man according as he purposeth in his heart; so let him give, not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver.” – I Cor 9:7
Thank you for watching the video and responding!
Sincerely,
Pastor Bill Bailey
http://www.happygospelchurch.com
http://www.billbaileyconcerts.com
(941) 756-6942
Special thanks to Bill Bailey for creating a place for the many fans and listeners to give back to these artists who give so much!
Give HERE.
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Bill Bailey’s 2020 Winter Gospel Music Convention
Written by Staff on November 24, 2019 – 11:25 am -
Bill Bailey’s 2020 Winter Gospel Music Convention will be held Monday-Saturday, February 3-8, 2020 in Palmetto, Florida at the Bradenton Area Convention Center. Over 40 of gospel music’s top artists will be appearing throughout the week – including special guest artist, Larry, Steve, & Rudy – the GATLIN BROTHERS, along with the BOOTH BROTHERS, HOPPERS, GREATER VISION, ISAACS, TRIUMPHANT QUARTET, LYNDA RANDLE, LEGACY FIVE, PERRYS, GOLD CITY, KINGSMEN, JOSEPH HABEDANK, KAREN PECK & NEW RIVER, INSPIRATIONS, and many others!
Larry Gatlin & the Gatlin Brothers
This event is recognized as the largest southern gospel concert event in the nation during the winter. This year’s event also marks Bill Bailey’s 34th anniversary promoting southern gospel concerts throughout the United States.
Josh & Ashley Franks
Ivan Parker, Tribute Quartet, Talleys
Read more Gospel Music News in the latest SGNScoops Magazine Online HERE.
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GOLD CITY, KINGSMEN headline Thanksgiving gospel concert
Written by Staff on November 9, 2019 – 11:41 am -
Alabama’s Oldest and Largest Thanksgiving Gospel Sing, featuring Gold City and the Kingsmen, returns to Florence, Ala., at the Florence Coliseum on Friday, November 29th, at 7:00 p.m.! This concert event has been a Gospel Music tradition in the Shoals area for over 30 years.
Featured at this year’s concert will be GOLD CITY, KINGSMEN, INSPIRATIONS, and the PERRYS.
No tickets are required for admission! A $15 donation per person will be requested at the door for the concert, and a love offering received during the concert for FCC Ministries.
The Inspirations tell stories of God’s presence on Right Where He Is
Doors open at 6:00 p.m., and all seating is general admission.
Florence Coliseum is located at 702 Veterans Drive in Florence.For more Gospel music features, read the latest SGNScoops Magazine HERE.
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Creekside Gospel Music Convention 2019 begins Oct 27
Written by Staff on October 24, 2019 – 10:29 am -
Creekside 2019
Family entertainment and outdoor music return to the Smoky Mountain Convention Center at Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, with Creekside Gospel Music Convention 2019. From Monday through Thursday, October 28 – 31, 2019, Creekside presents daytime and evening concerts, with artists such as 11th Hour, Gerald Crabb, the Hyssongs, the Down East Boys, the Williamsons, the Browders, Bill Bailey, Josh Franks, Eagles Wings, and many more.
or Treat at the Creek, with free, safe fun for families from Pigeon Forge.#####
More about Creekside Gospel Music Convention:
events@sgnscoops.com
#creekside2019
#wearefamily
For more Gospel music features, read the latest SGNScoops Magazine HERE.
Listen To Todays Gospel 
Music Here
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Services Announced for Angie Bailey, Mother of Pastor Bill Bailey
Written by scoopsnews on August 10, 2019 – 6:51 am -
Angie N. Bailey, 86, went to be with Jesus on Thursday, August 8, 2019. The family will host a visitation on Monday, August 12th from 6-8pm at the Happy Gospel Church, 1915 53rd Ave East, in Bradenton, FL. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, August 14th at 10am at Kimbrell & Stern Funeral Home, 1503 Dawson Road in Albany, GA; immediately followed by internment at Crown Hill Cemetery.
She is survived by two sons: Pastor Bill Bailey (and Sally), and Mike Trotter (and Mona); five grandchildren: Caleb Bailey (Lauren), Chelsea King (Jamar), Caitlyn Bailey, Michael Trotter (Alison), and Matthew Trotter (Aubrie); six great grandchildren: Rowan King, Jeremiah King, Cade Bailey, Lauren Trotter, Collins Trotter, Blake Trotter; and one step-daughter: Diane Banks and her daughter, Tonyia Veloso.
Angie was born on July 1, 1933 in Thompson, GA as the baby of the family. She was the last surviving sibling of 5 children. She married Lee Roy Trotter and had one child, Mike. Following her first husband’s death, she married William (Bill) Bailey in 1968. They were married for 27 years, and had one child, Bill Bailey (Jr.).
Angie worked at the Gordon Hotel in downtown Albany, GA; Camelot Restaurant (Ramada Inn) in Asheville, NC; and had an in-home daycare in Bradenton, FL. It was common for her to take in family members who were in a difficult stage of life, and she served as an emergency shelter for Manatee Children’s Services when their main home was full. She loved Gospel Music and enjoyed attending her son’s concert promotions throughout the country.
After retiring in Albany, GA, she moved back to Bradenton, FL in her late 70’s. Her church home was Happy Gospel Church, where she loved hearing her son sing and preach. She spent the last five years of her life on dialysis, three times per week. Special thanks to Caitlyn Bailey, Sally Bailey, and Valary Woods as her primary caregivers.
Flowers will be received by Happy Gospel Church on Monday, August 12th from 9am-4pm.
In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be sent to http://www.happygospelchurch.com/give.
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Please Pray for Pastor Bill Bailey and Family
Written by scoopsnews on August 8, 2019 – 2:47 pm -
Please join us in praying for Pastor Bill Bailey and his family.
From Bill:(Facebook)
My precious mom is with Jesus now. No more pain, no more suffering, and no more dialysis. Our hearts are breaking like never before, but Jesus’ promise is that mom is more alive than she’s ever been. The last words she spoke to me were “I love you”. I Thess 4:13
Angie N. Bailey 7/1/1933-8/8/2019
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Coastal Media Events Update
Written by Staff on July 13, 2019 – 4:12 pm -
Creekside 2019 presented by Coastal MediaCoastal Media and Rob Patz are preparing to bring the Creekside experience to music fans everywhere, with a goal of 12 gospel music conventions in 12 states over two years.
“We are in the planning stages already for several events,” Patz explains, “and my team is working hard to bring high quality events to these states.”
Rob Patz of Coastal Media
Here are a few of the upcoming 2020 events that are in the works:
Coastal Media will begin the year at the Southern Gospel Weekend, March 2020, in Oxford, Alabama (call 360-933-0741 or 256-310-7892 for information.)
Next on the calendar will be Mississippi, at the Gospel Music Expo in Tupelo, on April 23 – 25, 2020. Some of the artists appearing include John Penney, New Ground, Southern Image, M.C. Dr. Buck Morton, and Masters Quartet, Day 3, Jessica Horton, and others.
Gospel Music Weekend—Michigan is coming to Ann Arbor June 4 – 6, 2020. GMW Michigan will feature some fantastic artists from the Great Lakes Region, such as Gloryway, Justified Quartet, Cami Shrock, as well as some of the Creekside family of artists including the Dodrill Family, Livin Forgivin, Matchless Grace and Kristen Stanton.
Other states in these initial event plans include: Indiana, Ohio, Georgia, Florida, North and South Carolina, Virginia, and Kentucky. More information will be posted as it becomes available.
Patz believes that the strength of gospel music is lies at the grassroots level— the local church, the communities, the regional ministries who are on the frontlines everyday. “We need to strengthen the frontlines. I believe that if we want to grow as an industry, we need to grow the support at the regional level first,” Patz explains.
Artists in the states mentioned, or those in the area who would like to become a part of the concerts, please contact Rob Patz at 360-920-4057.
Other upcoming events are highlighted below:
McKay Project and Coastal Media present Vernon Alabama Gospel Music Weekend
Vernon Alabama’s Gospel Music Weekend 2019
Coastal Media works with McKay Project and Vonda Armstrong to present Vernon Alabama’s Gospel Music Weekend on Sept. 6 – 7, 2019, in the City Auditorium of Vernon. Artists include Amy Richardson, Gloryland, the Bibletones, Jessica Horton, Day Three, Hope’s Journey, and more. For more information, please call 662-889-2829, 256-310-7892, or 360-920-4057.
Creekside Gospel Music Convention 2019
Creekside Gospel Music Convention returns to Pigeon Forge, Tennessee in five months. Hundreds of people travel every year to the Smoky Mountain Convention Center, for the entire five nights and four days of music, laughter and family, Oct. 27 – 31, 2019. The Creekside Gospel Music Convention offers Bluegrass, Country and Southern gospel afternoon music showcases, evening concerts, and midnight prayer. Some of the great artists already announced for this year are the Hyssongs, Down East Boys, 11th Hour, Gerald Crabb, Eagle’s Wings, Bibletones, Sue Dodge, the Browders, Josh and Ashley Franks, Hope’s Journey, and so many more.
The last Sunday of October sees the start of Creekside as the Kickoff Concert in the evening presents the Chordsmen and the Pine Ridge Boys. The Pine Ridge Boys are joining with Classic Records and Ken and Jean Grady of Gospel Music Today to record Creekside Live! Join them for all the fun on Oct. 27 at 6:00 p.m. at the Mill Creek Conference Center, 2674 Florence Dr. Pigeon Forge, Tenn.
The Pine Ridge Boys are bringing a bus tour to Creekside through Annabelle’s Adventures. Larry Stewart’s wife, Anne, of Annabelle’s Adventures, is hosting the trip from Oct. 27 – 30; to include the live concert taping, the 2019 Diamond Awards, VIP Seating at Creekside concerts, hotel accommodation and more. For more information, please email anne@pineridgeboys.com or phone 864-473-8535.
On Monday, Oct. 29, the load-in begins for the groups, as well as the first daily showcase. The evening concert hosts the Life Achievement award for one special music industry leader.
Tuesday night is the prestigious 2019 Diamond Award presentations. Special presenters and performances will accompany the awards, all recorded by WATC TV, for future programming. Be sure to vote today on the top five nominees at SGNScoops.com.
Concerts occur day and night during Creekside, as well as special preaching, continuing through Thursday night.
Creekside Bluegrass at Pigeon Forge
Creekside Bluegrass
Creekside Gospel Music Convention in Pigeon Forge, Tenn. is pleased to welcome special host Les Butler in the presentation of Creekside Bluegrass, Oct. 28 – 31, 2019. The Smoky Mountain Convention Center will set the stage for the instrumental excellence and mountain harmonies of the King James Boys, Chigger Hill Boys and Terri, Golden Valley Crusaders, Bama Blu-Grace, Williamson Branch, Stevens Family Tradition, Family Sowell, and Walking By Faith.
The Creekside Bluegrass showcase, Bluegrass Gospel Extravaganza, will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 30, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Les Butler will also be hosting a nightly Bluegrass Gospel Showcase on the main stage, featuring some of the excellent Bluegrass groups performing at the Extravaganza on Wednesday.
Fans who are excited about the Bluegrass showcases, should call 360-933-0741 and mention “Bluegrass Gospel” for special accommodation discounts.
Christian Country at the Creek
The inaugural Christian Country at the Creek, will be held on October 30 and 31, 2019, at the Mill Creek Conference Center, 2674 Florence Dr., in Pigeon Forge, Tenn.
Some of the artists appearing at this event include Sara Lewis, Jessica Horton, Bonita Eileen, Appointed2, Pardoned, Phoebe White, and more.
“We are excited to begin this new event running alongside Creekside,” says Patz. “Come hear more than 30 Christian Country artists during two music-packed days of concerts. This is one of the greatest musical styles today. Don’t miss it!”
For more information on the Creekside Gospel Music Convention, the 2019 Diamond Awards ceremony, the Kick-Off Concert, Christian Country at the Creek, as well as accommodations and VIP tickets, contact Rob Patz at 360-933-0741. Make your plans today to attend Creekside Gospel Music Convention, taking place Oct. 27 – Oct. 31, 2019, at the Smoky Mountain Convention Center, in Pigeon Forge, Tenn. For more information or to book your hotel, contact rob@sgnscoops.com or call 360- 933-0741.
Read the July SGNScoops Magazine Online HERE
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“25 Days of Sharing” at SGN Scoops
Written by scoopsnews on December 1, 2018 – 6:35 am -
December is a time for sharing. At Christmas, we (Christians) celebrate The Greatest Gift of All, Jesus Christ.
Over the next few weeks we will be talking with many industry leaders, artists, pastors, promoters, etc. and asking them questions. They will “share” the answer to the question in 10 seconds or less. We are asking for their best advice on many different topics.
Our first question goes to Pastor and Promoter friend Bill Bailey.
Bill, you are one of the Top Promoters in Gospel Music.
What advice would you give to anyone about promoting a successful concert in 10 seconds or less?
Answer Below:
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Bill Bailey presents the Biggest All Night Singing in the World at Bonifay Florida
Written by Staff on June 11, 2018 – 8:29 am -
Bill Bailey presents Bonifay Florida’s Biggest All Night Sing on June 30
“The Biggest All-Night Singing in the World!” presented by Bill Bailey, returns to Bonifay, Florida, on Saturday, June 30th at the Memorial Field, 7p.m. – til it’s done!
Booth Brothers and Nick Bruno
Advance tickets are available at Piggly Wiggly and Doc’s Market – BONIFAY; WTYS Radio – MARIANNA, FL;
One South Bank – CHIPLEY; Main Street Consignment – PANAMA CITY;
and Dove Christian Supply – DOTHAN, AL.
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Bill Bailey’s Winter Convention
Written by scoopsnews on February 9, 2018 – 5:24 pm -
Libbi Perry Stuffle of the PerrysFrom Bill Bailey:
Libbi, Jared, and all of the Perrys will be on stage tonight for their first major concert appearance, since Tracy’s home going, at the “Winter Gospel Convention” in Palmetto, FL at approximately 8:35pm est. We will be going LIVE on Facebook for their entire performance. Share this with your friends and tune in!
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