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Benefit Concert Planned for Marcia Henry –  August 10, 2018 

Benefit Concert Planned for Marcia Henry 
August 10, 2018

North Augusta, SC (July 16, 2018) – Organizers of the benefit for Marcia Henry have released the lineup for the event scheduled for August 10, 2018 at Victory Baptist Church, North Augusta, SC.

Benefit Concert Planned for Marcia Henry 
August 10, 2018

The concert will feature popular Southern Gospel music groups including Jeff and Sheri Easter, Bowling Family, Bowling Sisters, and Poet Voices.

Also appearing to emcee and perform during the evening is Ronny Hinson of The Original Hinsons.

These artists are joining together to show their love for Marcia Henry, a beloved songwriter who is facing medical issues.

Marcia Henry

April Swartout, chairman of the event, made the announcement today.  “Marcia is well loved.  A group of gals decided that we wanted to give back to a beautiful woman who has given the world some of the greatest words ever penned,” stated Swartout.  “This is a lineup that will be the best Gospel music has to offer.  These artists and volunteers are giving sacrificially to honor our precious friend.” Swartout added.

The concert will be held at Victory Baptist Church located at 620 W. Martintown Road, North Augusta, SC, 29841, beginning at 7:00 PM.

Admission to the concert is free.  An offering of love will be taken during the program and presented to Henry to defray mounting medical costs.

The hash tag #WarriorInMyWeakness has been designated to identify efforts to assist Henry.

Bowling Family On Gospel Music Today

Bowling Family On Gospel Music Today

The members of The Bowling Family are the guests on Gospel Music Today for the week of January 8 and Ken and Jean Grady host southern gospel news and concert updates. The Feature Group is The Riders, and Jean reviews new recordings by Lizzy G and Russ Roberts. An article from SGNScoops.com is the subject of this week’s News Notes. In the News this week is Jordan’s Crossing, Redeemers of Faith, Revelation Road, Adam’s Call and The Wilbanks. The show features exclusive concert video of Gold City Quartet, recorded by Gospel Music Today’s cameras in Pigeon Forge, TN, and a visit to the Gospel Music Today Archives for an exclusive concert video of 2nd Generation, recorded in Broken Arrow, OK.

SGMA Benefit Concert to take place on August 11, 2016 at Sevierville Civic Center

SGMA benefit

A Benefit Concert to raise funds for the Southern Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame and Museum, (located inside Dollywood) will be held on Thursday, August 11, 2016 at the Sevierville Civic Center. The SGMA is well recognized for their efforts in preserving the history of Southern Gospel music. Come out and join us for a wonderful evening to celebrate the music we love, and support the SGMA as they continue to preserve the legacy left by so many who have contributed to the rich heritage we enjoy.

JP Miller, host of the “Smoky Mountain Gospel Jubilee” radio show on Praise 96.3 will be the emcee.

Bowling Family

The Bowling Family and Freedom Quartet, both outstanding artists in the gospel music industry, will provide musical entertainment. The Bowling Family is one of Southern Gospel Music’s hottest groups, leading the national charts with number one songs. Mike Bowling’s voice is one of the most recognizable voices in Christian music today. His bride, Kelly became known during her years traveling with her siblings, The Crabb Family. The Bowlings are currently featured in a display at The SGMA museum with their daughter, Hope, who is the third vocalist in the group. Hope Bowling is the youngest person in gospel music history to have a number one song.

Freedom Quartet holds a special respect for The SGMA as group owner, John Rulapaugh is a member of The SGMA Board of Directors. Freedom is noted for their traditional male quartet sound and currently tours full time across the United States and internationally.

Freedom Quartet

This will indeed be a special night of Southern Gospel Music and with limited space, is expected to sell out quickly. The concert will be held at the Sevierville Civic Center, located on Dolly Parton Parkway in Sevierville. Doors open at 6:00 pm and the concert begins at 7:00 pm. Come early to enjoy dinner from the concession stand. There will be a silent auction, as well as a large selection of memorabilia from your favorite Southern Gospel icons for sale.

Tickets are $10 general admission and $20 for “Artist Circle” tickets. A limited number of special VIP tickets (only 40 available) can be purchased for $50. VIP passes include special reserved seating, vouchers for the concession stand, a free T-shirt, and a complementary gift bag with $100 worth of Southern Gospel Music gift items. Tickets are available at the Praise 96.3 studio located in Knoxville, by calling (865) 908-4040, or online here. 

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Bowling Family In Concert June 23

Bowling Family In Concert June 23

People’s Tabernacle Church, 64 Airways Blvd, Savannah, TN will welcome , “THE BOWLING FAMILY”, on Thursday, June 23, 2016 at 7:00PM

SGN Scoops Tweet of the Day…

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Kentucky, they're coming home.
This is next door to our hometown, Beaver Dam. If you're in the area, go. pic.twitter.com/Rq8m52zdjV

— Kathy Crabb Hannah (@kathyjhannah) June 6, 2016

Kelly Bowling – A Mother’s Legacy

Kelly Bowling and the Bowling Family

Each year on the second Sunday of May our minds recall that special woman in our lives called Mother. There is no way to describe the impact a mother has on her family whether good or otherwise, a mother’s presence is felt and missed. I recently spoke with one of Gospel music’s mothers, Kelly Bowling, on life with her family on and off the road.

Kelly Bowling

Kelly Bowling is no stranger to traveling with family, singing and ministering across this country as she traveled with The Crabb Family for many years. She grew up, met and married Mike Bowling all while traveling with her mother and family in a bus across many highways and states.
Kelly recalls traveling with her mother, Kathy Crabb Hannah, in those early days of married life. “Hope Bowling was the first grandchild born that traveled with us. It was very special having my mother there, to help with Hope and time we spent together with Hope playing dress up with my mother’s make-up in the back of the bus. Watching my mother create a close bond with her was very special to me.”

Kathy Hannah still boards the Bowling bus from time to time and travels with Kelly, Mike and the girls. Kelly says, “Not too much has changed, my mother helps me with the kids and she gets to be the fun one now with less pressure on her. I have a greater respect and appreciation for my mother now that I am the mother of this group and responsible for day- to-day requirements of this ministry.”

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Bowling Family Comes To The ATL!!!

Bowling Family Comes To The ATL!!!

Atlanta, GA – The Bowling Family from Nashville, TN will be making a rare appearance in the Metro Atlanta, GA area on Friday, April 1, 2016 at Riverside Church of God at 3470 Florence Road in Powder Springs, GA at 7:00 pm.

Mike Bowling is one of the most recognizable male vocalists in any genre.  He along with his talented wife, Kelly, of the beloved Crabb Family, have dedicated their lives to full time Gospel Ministry.  Recently, their daughter, Hope, joined forces with them to round out the family trio.  At 16 years old, she holds the distinction of being the youngest person to have a Number One song on the national Airplay charts with her current hit, “One Glorious Moment Of Faith”.  The Bowlings are excited to bring their unique brand of music and ministry to Atlanta.

Linda Foster, will open the concert and promoter Charlie Sexton will be the Master of Ceremonies. No admission will be charged, however a free will offering will be received.  Pastor Thomas Blagg is looking for a capacity crowd, so come early for a great seat.

For more information, contact Mr. Sexton at (404) 210-5478.

www.bowlingfamilyonline.com

The Bowling Family Announces Debut Daywind Records Project

Bowling Family

Hendersonville, TN (October 16th, 2015) – Daywind Records is pleased to announce the debut project from The Bowling Family. The album, Moments Like These, released to retail October 16th and features 10 new songs from one of the favorite families in gospel music.

Moments Like These allows one to reminisce on days gone by with its timeless feel. Comprised of Mike Bowling, his wife Kelly (Crabb) Bowling, and their daughter, Hope, The Bowling Family combine family harmony with deeply moving and lyrically rich songs written by songwriters such as Sue C. Smith, Tony Wood, Kenna West and Marcia Henry. The first radio release from the project, “One Glorious Moment Of Faith” showcases Hope’s vocal abilities with a powerful lyric.

“We are very excited to release this recording with the Bowling Family. They are one of the premier family groups in our industry. Moments Like These delivers great gospel songs and features Hope Bowling debuting with her family.” – Scott Godsey, Vice President at Daywind Records.

Moments Like These 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 home to an award-winning roster of artists, including Legacy Five, Adam Crabb, Browders, Jim Brady Trio, Greater Vision, Joseph Habedank, Karen Peck & New River, Bowling Family, Tribute, Nelons, Brian Free & Assurance, Blackwood Brothers Quartet and Wilburn & Wilburn. Daywind is distributed to retail through New Day Christian Distributors, Sony Red, and all major digital outlets, including iTunes.
For more information, visit www.daywindrecords.com or contact Dani Phillips at publicity@daywind.com

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Bowling Family Announces Annual Music Fest & Talent Search

The Bowling Family Announces Annual Music Fest & Talent Search

Spartanburg, SC (June 23, 2015) Three time Grammy nominated Southern Gospel artist, The Bowling Family, announce their First Annual Music Fest and Talent Search hosted by the City of London and the London Tourist Commission in conjunction with Global Promotions. This exciting two day event will take place on Friday, May 13^th, 2016 and Saturday, May 14^th, 2016 at the First Baptist Church of London, 804 West 6^th Street, London, Kentucky.

The Bowling Family is thrilled to have Adam Crabb, Triumphant Quartet, Karen Peck & New River, Gold City Quartet, Jeff & Sheri Easter, The McKameys, Primitive Quartet and comedian Aaron Wilburn performing.

The Bowling Family has appeared on the Gaither Homecoming series concerts and videos, TBN, during Gospel Music Week’s Dove Awards, at GMA’s Seminar in the Rockies and numerous other major events. Their debut release, Faith To Believe, has garnered a record four number one songs (“We Have A Savior,” “Your Cries Have Awoken The Master,” “A Miracle Today” and “Notified”), as well as the 2008 Song of the Year (“Your Cries Have Awoken The Master).

Mike Bowling notes, “This has been a lifelong dream to have an annual event in my hometown. This gives us an opportunity to bring the best talent in the industry to London, KY and to also show off this great community to gospel music lovers nationwide.”

The first annual Music Fest will feature a Talent Search in conjunction with Daywind Records to be held Friday morning at the London Community Center at 9:00 AM.

Friday, May 13^th’s concert includes Triumphant Quartet, Karen Peck & New River, Aaron Wilburn and The Bowlings. Concert to begin at 7:00 PM.

Saturday, May 14^th’s concert includes Adam Crabb, Gold City, Jeff & Sheri Easter, Aaron Wilburn, and The Bowlings. Concert to begin at 6:00 PM.

A Saturday Matinee is scheduled for 1:00 PM and will feature The McKameys and The Primitive Quartet.

This is a ticketed event. General Admission $20 Artist Circle $30 Group Sales of 10 or more Tickets $18

For tickets visit www.globalpromo.org or call 855-399-1899

You can learn more about The Bowling Family by visiting their website at www.bowlingsonline.com

The Bowling Family is booked exclusively by the Beckie Simmons Agency. (615-595-7500)

August 2014 SGNScoops Magazine

August 2014 SGNScoops Magazine

Here it is, the middle of Summer and we have so much to share with you, we can’t hardly stand it! So take a deep breath and your glass of sweet tea and enjoy the August edition of SGN Scoops!