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Ava Kasich signs with N’Vision Press

Ava Kasich, Bill Traylor at signing

N’Vision Entertainment, a Nashville based Music Company, announces the signing of Ava Kasich to an long term Exclusive Writer’s Agreement with N’Vision’s BMI publishing division, N’Vision Press.

Ava Kasich and Rob Patz at 2015 Christian Country Expo

Ava is a well-known and loved recording artist from Whitesboro, TX and over the past few years has been contemplating the addition of writing to her career. After many awards, most recently, the prestigious 2015 “Gold Cross Award for Female Artist Of The Year” from the International Country Gospel Music Association, Ava has begun the journey of putting her life’s experiences into song. Collaborating with fellow N’Vision Press writers, Robert (Rocky) and Gail Smith, the team has crafted many new songs that have already proven to be favorites among the people attending Ava’s concerts.

Ava Kasich

You will be hearing much from this talented young lady as new doors open for her with her new writing endeavors. Bill Traylor, President of N’Vision Entertainment, parent company of N’Vision Press states, “Ava is an extraordinarily talented individual with exceptional communication skills. She has met a lot of challenges within her life and her faith and determination have gotten her through with success. This new endeavor of writing songs from her heart will prove to be another major aspect of her full and effective ministry”.

For more information, contact William Traylor at
WTraylor@NVisionEntertainment.com

Nick Bruno to Join Pathway Records as Producer

Franklin, TN (February 7th 2013) – Pathway Records, a division of Pathway Enterprises, is proud to announce Dove Award nominated Producer Nick Bruno will be joining the staff at Pathway.

With decades of performing and producing experience, Nick Bruno has produced many Gospel greats including: Squire Parsons, the Booth Brothers, The Kingsmen, and Quinton Mills. His career in performing includes working with such acts as the Rebels with Jim Hamill and Ron & Charles Booth, Coy Cook and the Senators, JD Sumnar and the Stamps and The Kingsmen. Along with his experience in Christian music, Nick has also worked as music director for a few of the largest theatres in Branson, Missouri. During his time there he worked with Christy Lane, Anita Bryant, Ferlin Husky, the Texans, and many other Grand Ole Opry stars.

When asked what he feels the role of a producer is for artists, Nick responded, “Long before any major artist is born into the world of Gospel Music there is a producer behind the scenes finding the right music and arranging it so the talent of the artist is showcased. A good producer is hard to find, but a producer who considers his role as part of God’s plan to advance His kingdom is a rare gift from God indeed.”   Bill Traylor, of Pathway and Mansion Entertainment states, “Nick is a rare talent and a good friend.  Nick will continue to produce major artists outside of Pathway, such as the Booth Brothers and others, but his talent and experience for Pathway and our current and future artists is invaluable”.

Pathway Records is located in beautiful Franklin, Tennessee and offers several recording packages that are designed to fit a variety of needs. For more information about pricing and how to schedule studio time, please visit www.pebn.org and click on Pathway Records.

PEBN TV Celebrates One Year Anniversary

Franklin, TN February 7th 2013 – Pathway Enterprises Broadcasting Network (PEBN), a division of Pathway Enterprises, is happy to celebrate one year on air!

From the beginning, PEBN’s goal has been to present the message of the Gospel through music, in a clear and conscience manner providing the viewer and listener with Uplifting, Encouraging, and Spiritually Challenging songs and lyrics to introduce and/or provide their audience with a place of Spiritual Growth and Enjoyment. In order to accomplish this goal, PEBN has developed several original programs including: “Spiritfest” hosted by Bill Traylor, which features current and classic Southern Gospel Music; and “Nashville Country Revival” which features Gospel Music with a great Country sound. PEBN also offers other great shows such as “Sing Out America, Pickin’ On The Porch, and vintage concerts from “The Cathedral Quartet”, “Gold City”, and others.

Through its partnerships with Rural TV (RFD TV), Golden Eagle Broadcasting (GEB on Direct TV), The Nashville Network, several other Christian networks and ROKU TV, PEBN is able to bring Gospel music to 90 million households every week. ROKU TV (an internet protocol distributor), which allows PEBN subscribers and supporters to access original shows, music, and additional content, on demand.

Bill Traylor, President of PEBN states, “It is a gratifying experience to see how PEBN is blessing and encouraging so many people.  PEBN allows us to bring Gospel Music to millions of households each week and the response has been overwhelming.  We will continue expanding PEBN and hopefully be able to reach millions around the globe with the message of the Gospel through music within the next year.”

PEBN is a non-profit organization created to preserve and promote Southern Gospel music through video and television. For more information regarding PEBN programs and schedules, please visit www.PEBN.org. While you are there, look to see how easy to it is to have Gospel Music at your fingertips with ROKU!

Mansion Entertainment Launches BlueGrass Valley

Franklin, TN January 15th 2013 – Mansion Entertainment, label home to GRAMMY nominated and Dove Award winning Gospel artists, has announced the launch of BlueGrass Valley Entertainment & Records.

Mansion executive Bill Traylor stated, “We’ve considered branching out into the bluegrass arena for quite some time due to a number of friends in the bluegrass community that have wanted to see us apply the same relationship models to bluegrass as we’re using for Mansion Entertainment and Pathway Enterprises in regard to radio and television. It’s a transition that just makes sense for us and we’re excited to have some great new bluegrass projects in the works that we can’t wait to share with bluegrass fans.”

BlueGrass Valley Records will make the first step of its launch by releasing several bluegrass gospel singles to bluegrass radio this month (January 2013). GRAMMY winner Brad Davis will lead off the list of artists being sent to radio with the debut new single from his upcoming project, “ROAD TO EMMAUS”. Other artists being sent to radio are the popular bluegrass bands Detour and Nightflyer as well as Tammy Larson and the popular Branson, MO based group The Wilhites.

More artist announcements will follow in the coming weeks as the label prepares to launch three brand new bluegrass projects on Brad Davis. You can follow the latest happenings with BlueGrass Valley Records through social media (www.facebook.com/bluegrassvalleyrecords) or via their website www.bluegrassvalleyrecords.com

Pathway Record’s, Dennise Dittman To Release New Recording And First Radio Single With Pathway Entertainment.

Franklin, TN-10/25/2012: Pathway Records is pleased to announce the new Pathway Recording and the first single release from Dennise Dittman, “Power Of His Love” produced by Bill Dykes, which will be released to 750 radio stations countrywide.

Bill Traylor, President of Pathway Records says, “Dennise’s voice is extraordinary! In all my years of producing gospel music, I can only recall one time hearing such talent, and that was Sandy Patti.  You will hear many great things from Dennise in the future”.

The new single was shipped to radio stations last month on Mansion Radio Hits Volume 6. Dennise is very excited to join in on this journey with her friends at Pathway Entertainment and Pathway Records.  Dennise comments, “It’s truly a blessing!”

For more information on Dennise Dittman and her upcoming album and performances, visit her website: http://dennisenicholedittman.net/

Triumphant Quartet, again, walks away with Album of the Year and more at the 2012 Singing News Fan Awards!

Franklin, TN-10/5/2012: Singing News announced the 2012 Fan Awards on Wednesday, October 3, 2012 and once again, Triumphant Quartet comes away with another Triumphant Showing after winning four Singing News Fan Awards, each a repeat performance from last year’s award show.

Jeff Stice came away with the Favorite Musician award, while Eric Bennett came away with the Favorite Bass Vocalist award. The group as a whole rounded up the awards show by being named Favorite Traditional Quartet and winning Album Of The Year for their latest album “Songs From The Heart”.

Bill Traylor, President of Mansion Entertainment had this to say, “In my 35 years, I have never worked with a more talented group exuding not only great four-part harmony, but class and spiritual integrity. It is an honor to be the record label for Triumphant”.

The Singing News Fan Awards is the Southern Gospel industry’s premiere awards show, and features winners chosen directly by the readers of the Singing News Magazine.

To follow the latest announcements regarding Triumphant Quartet, follow them on Facebook at Facebook.com/TriumphantQuartet or through their website www.TriumphantQuartet.com

SpiritFest coming to RURAL TV August 19th on a weekly airing schedule!

SpiritFest, the new television program produced by Pathway Enterprises (PEBN), will make its debut on RURAL TV, Sunday August 19th 2012 and will run every Sunday at 12:30pm ET.  The RURAL TV network (DISH Channel 232) was launched earlier this year by the creators of the popular and hugely successful RFD-TV network.

SpiritFest takes viewers on a journey from seeing their favorite groups of day’s gone bye to watching the latest artist who have stepped up to keep the Southern Gospel spirit alive. Viewers will hear pure Southern Gospel Music as well as finding music with bits and pieces of both Country and Bluegrass. It’s is uplifting, encouraging and inspiring music for the whole family!

Bill Traylor, President of Mansion Entertainment and Host of ‘SpiritFest’ remarks, “We are so pleased to be part of the RURAL TV lineup of shows.  RFD and RURAL are two of the fastest growing networks in broadcasting and being on the ground floor with them featuring quality Gospel Music Entertainment on our show, ‘SpiritFest’ is truly an honor and fantastic opportunity”!

The addition of SpiritFest to the RURAL TV network adds to the expanding list of networks already broadcasting the program. In addition to availability on major national networks, SpiritFest and much more of Pathway Enterprises’ 24 Hour Gospel Music programming is available on their new ROKU channel, PEBN TV. Pathway Enterprises is a non-profit organization created to preserve and promote Southern Gospel Music through video and television. For information regarding PEBN programs, schedules and how to find them visit PEBN.org.

For more information on RFD and RURAL TV, visit their website, www.rfdtv.com

Pathway Enterprises launches 24-hour Gospel Music Internet Broadcasting Network

Franklin, TN: Pathway Enterprises has formed PEBN (Pathway Enterprises Broadcasting Network), as the vehicle to launch 24-hour Gospel music into the IPTV world. Based in Franklin, TN, PEBN’s goal is to present the message of the Gospel through music, in a clear and conscience manner providing the viewer and listener with Uplifting, Encouraging, and Spiritually Challenging songs and lyrics to introduce and/or provide our audience with a place of Spiritual Growth and Joy.

PEBN TV will offer popular shows such as “Sing Out America,” Family-Friendly Films, as well as the development of brand-new programming titled “SpiritFest” and a new upcoming Bluegrass show. PEBN is also scheduling video production in the coming year to showcase new artists and Southern Gospel fan favorites. All of this programming will be at the consumer’s fingertips in a video-on-demand offering, allowing the viewers to choose what they want to watch and when they want to watch it!

Bill Traylor, President of PEBN TV states, “After 30 years of working in the Christian Television Industry, this is my most exciting moment.  PEBN will allow us to air Gospel Music 24 hours a day and 7 days a week and allow anyone to watch and enjoy anytime they choose.  PEBN’s relationship with ROKU TV for Internet protocol distribution of “Spiritfest” and other Gospel Music Shows developed by PEBN is an exciting event.  Additionally, our relationship with RURAL TV and several Christian Television Networks allows us to bring Gospel Music to 90 million households every week.”

Southern Gospel fans wishing to bring 24-hour Gospel music programming into their homes now can do just that! To follow the latest announcements regarding PEBN TV follow them on Facebook at Facebook.com/PEBNtv or through their website at PEBN.org. And check out ROKU on the website and see how easy it is to have Gospel Music at your fingertips.

Golden Eagle Broadcasting Partners with Pathway Enterprises Broadcasting Network for Gospel Music Programming

TULSA, Okla., — Golden Eagle Broadcasting (GEB) is proud to be a partner with Pathway Enterprises Broadcasting Network (PEBN), a nationally-recognized, nonprofit organization, to enrich viewers’ lives through a new gospel programming series. Viewers will be blessed by a number of gospel music shows that air on GEB, DirecTV Channel 363 and Tulsa TV 53, Monday through Friday from 3 to 5 p.m. CT.

“To say we are thrilled to be part of Golden Eagle Broadcasting would be an understatement. After 30 years of developing, producing and hosting a number of gospel music shows for several networks, this collaboration with GEB is our greatest moment,” said Bill Traylor, president of PEBN. “Our goal is to bring quality gospel music with classic performances as well as today’s latest and most popular artists and with our new show, SPIRITFEST, and with GEB’s blessing and guidance, our goal is being achieved.”

PEBN is committed to sharing its vast content of southern gospel music with the world. Shows such as Sing Out America, SPIRITFEST and others take viewers on a journey from seeing their favorite groups of days gone bye to watching those artists that have stepped up to fill their shoes. Viewers will hear pure southern gospel music as well as finding music with a bluegrass and country flair. It’s uplifting, encouraging and inspiring music for the whole family!

GEB network president Walter Richardson said he is excited to have the partnership with PEBN.

“We are excited to partner with a national powerhouse like Pathway,” said Richardson. “This type of family-friendly programming adds to an already great lineup to uplift the lives of our friends who tune into GEB.”

GEB recently celebrated its two-year anniversary on DirecTV channel 363. GEB has recently had some dynamic additions to the lineup including “The Blessed Life with Pastor Robert Morris” of Gateway Church in Dallas, Texas, which airs Sundays at 10:30 a.m. CT. His program features practical teaching and inspiring worship with the globally influential Gateway Worship Team.

GEB is a national Christian television network that helps viewers live well. GEB, which is owned by Oral Roberts University (www.oru.edu), can be viewed on Tulsa TV 53, DirecTV 363, Sky Angel and live streaming at www.goldeneagle.tv.

Mark Dubbeld Family Signs Publicity Agreement with Choice Promotions and Management

Nashville, TN-  Eric Melton of Choice Promotions and Management announced today that Mansion Entertainment recording artist The Mark Dubbeld Family has signed a long term publicity agreement with Choice Promotions.