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Diamond Awards on Tour TONIGHT

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CHRISTY SUTHERLAND ~ HISSONG
WILBURN & WILBURN ~ BEYOND THE ASHES
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If you’re in the Nashville area, come to Trevecca Nazarene University Boone Business Building at 6:30pm. CONCERT ADMISSION IS FREE.

Diamond Awards On Tour Heading to Nashville, TN on April 14, 2011!

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – (January 26, 2011) – Coastal Media Group and SGN Scoops Digital, home of the Diamond Awards, are excited to announce the rescheduled date for the first show on the “Diamond Awards On Tour” concert series.

Originally scheduled for last February, the first date on the tour had to be canceled due to winter weather in the Nashville area. The show has officially been rescheduled for next week. On Thursday, April 14, 2011, Trevecca Nazarene University will play host to the first “Diamond Awards On Tour” show.

Performing at next week’s show are previously announced artists Beyond the Ashes, Christy Sutherland, and Wilburn & Wilburn. HisSong will be performing on this date in place of Driven Quartet due to scheduling conflicts. Driven Quartet will continue to be a part of the “Diamond Awards On Tour” at other dates.

Dennis Humphries of HisSong said, “I am both delighted and honored to be asked to be a part of the first ‘Diamond Awards on Tour’ concert in Nashviille, TN. Rob Patz is doing an amazing job promoting the fan based awards program and keeping the heart of gospel music alive with the digital magazine SGNScoops.com.  Come out and be a part of this wonderful night of ministry-minded artists in concert.’

“We are honored and excited to be a part of the Diamond Awards on Tour,” mentioned Anthony Facello of Beyond the Ashes. “We are expecting a great evening of not only good music but ministry as well.”

Christy Sutherland responded, “I am so excited about being a part of the first-ever Diamond Awards on Tour Concert Series!  I will be sharing my brand new single, ‘He Grew The Tree’ for the first time since recording it in the studio.  I know the concert will be a great time in the presence of God, as well as a chance to share the stage with some old and new friends.  I hope to see you all there!”

“It is an honor for Wilburn & Wilburn to be a part of this great night of Gospel Music,” mentioned Jonathan Wilburn. “We look forward to what God has in store for this new venture. I want to invite all my Middle Tennessee friends to come out and help support this great night!”

The “Diamond Awards On Tour” concert series will hit major markets and universities in an effort to bring awareness to the Diamond Awards program and attract new readers to the already popular digital magazine.

“We were disappointed when we had to cancel the first date, but we are so excited to now be able to host the show next week in Nashville,” mentioned Rob Patz of Coastal Media Group. “This is going to be such a great evening of wonderful Southern Gospel music!”

This year’s Diamond Awards program will take place on Thursday, June 30, 2011 as a part of the 3rd Annual Branson Gospel Music Revival in Branson, Missouri.

Hosts, performers and sponsors for the 2011 Diamond Awards will be announced at a later date.

EHA-Nashville Named Corporate Sponsor for “Diamond Awards On Tour”

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – (February 9, 2011) – Coastal Media Group and SGN Scoops Digital, home of the Diamond Awards, are excited to announce the addition of booking and promotional agency EHA-Nashville as the first corporate sponsor for the “Diamond Awards On Tour” programs.

EHA-Nashville is a promotional agency that specializes in publicity, booking, and artist direction for Southern and Country Gospel musicians. The company is spearheaded by industry veteran Evie Hawkins and currently represents a vast array of artists and ministries including Young Harmony, Jericho, Homeland Quartet, and many more.

Evie Hawkins responded, “I am so excited about being a corporate sponsor for the ‘Diamond Awards on Tour.’ Rob Patz has put together a wonderful team of ministry-minded artists and supporters to bring the public some amazing concerts. I hope everyone will join us on February 10 at Trevecca University in Nashville for the first concert!”

“Evie has been a big supporter of the Diamond Awards and especially this new tour that have put together,” mentioned Coastal Media Group’s Rob Patz. “Having her on board as a sponsor means a lot to our company and the artists that will be a part of such a great event!”

To find out more information on EHA-Nashville, visit www.eviehawkinsagency.net .

Set to take place this week in Nashville, Tennessee, the first show on this brand new tour will include performances from Wilburn & Wilburn, Driven Quartet, Beyond the Ashes, and Christy Sutherland. The first date on the “Diamond Awards On Tour” experience will be on Thursday, February 10, 2011 in Nashville, Tennessee at Trevecca Nazarene University at the Boone Business Building Convocation Center started at 6:30 p.m.

The “Diamond Awards On Tour” is a new initiative designed to take the Diamond Awards experience across the country this year. The “Diamond Awards On Tour” concert series will hit major markets and universities in an effort to bring awareness to the Diamond Awards program and attract new readers to the already popular digital magazine.

This year’s Diamond Awards program will take place on Thursday, June 30, 2011 as a part of the 3^rd Annual Branson Gospel Music Revival in Branson, Missouri.

The Diamond Awards are currently accepting nominations for the Top 10 Ballot in this year’s program. To find out how you can nominate your favorite artists, visit https://www.sgnscoops.com for more information.

Hosts, performers and sponsors for the 2011 Diamond Awards will be announced at a later date.

Our February 2011 SGN Scoops is here!

The February 2011 issue of SGN Scoops is now available for download. Click on the cover to read your issue in user-friendly .PDF format.

Our latest issue featured the premiere cover story by Jennifer Campbell, who catches up with Karen, Susan, & Jeff as Karen Peck & New River reaches out into new territory. We also hear the God-written love stories of three gospel couples: Marcie & Michael English, Joel & LaBreeska Hemphill, and Laura & Michael Rainey.

Our columnists, unbeknownst to them, focus on a central theme: sharing the love of Jesus!

Meanwhile, our Diamond Awards voting season continues as we gear up for the Diamond Awards On the Road. The first concert features Driven, Beyond the Ashes, Christy Sutherland, and the debut of Jonathan Wilburn’s Wilburn & Wilburn!

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Wilburn & Wilburn Added As Featured Performer at First “Diamond Awards On Tour” Show

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – (February 7, 2011) – Coastal Media Group and SGN Scoops Digital, home of the Diamond Awards, are excited to announce the addition of new Southern Gospel duo Wilburn & Wilburn to the upcoming “Diamond Awards On Tour” opening show this week in Nashville, Tennessee.

Wilburn & Wilburn is a brand new duo to hit the Gospel music scene this year. The group consists of 5-tive Singing News Fan Award winner Jonathan Wilburn and his son Jordan. Jonathan made a name for himself while traveling with Southern Gospel mainstays Gold City and his own family group The Wilburns. This father and son group combines a solid foundation of “old school” with a flare of youthful presence to bring the message of Christ in song. After years of prayer, Wilburn & Wilburn are now on the road. They have a vision to bring fathers, sons, mothers, and daughters close again by expressing their love for one another through songs of faith and inspiration.

Rob Patz of Coastal Media Group said, “The buzz surrounding Wilburn & Wilburn is already deafening. We are so excited about adding them to the first date of our ‘Diamond Awards on Tour’ shows. We know that the people of Nashville will fall in love with these guys just like we have.”

“What a blessing it is to be a part of the ‘Diamond awards On Tour’,” mentioned Jonathan Wilburn. “I feel weird being the old guy on the program! I look forward to seeing all of my Middle Tennessee friends at Trevecca!”

Set to take place this week in Nashville, Tennessee, the first show on this brand new tour will include performances from Driven Quartet, Beyond the Ashes, and Christy Sutherland in addition to Wilburn & Wilburn. The first date on the “Diamond Awards On Tour” experience will be on Thursday, February 10, 2011 in Nashville, Tennessee at Trevecca Nazarene University at the Boone Business Building Convocation Center started at 6:30 p.m.

The “Diamond Awards On Tour” is a new initiative designed to take the Diamond Awards experience across the country this year. The “Diamond Awards On Tour” concert series will hit major markets and universities in an effort to bring awareness to the Diamond Awards program and attract new readers to the already popular digital magazine.

This year’s Diamond Awards program will take place on Thursday, June 30, 2011 as a part of the 3rd Annual Branson Gospel Music Revival in Branson, Missouri.

The Diamond Awards are currently accepting nominations for the Top 10 Ballot in this year’s program. To find out how you can nominate your favorite artists, visit https://www.sgnscoops.com for more information.

Hosts, performers and sponsors for the 2011 Diamond Awards will be announced at a later date.

Performers Announced For First “Diamond Awards On Tour” Show

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – (January 31, 2011) – Coastal Media Group and SGN Scoops Digital, home of the Diamond Awards, are excited to announce the confirmed performs for the first “Diamond Awards On Tour” show. Set to take place next month in Nashville, Tennessee, the first show on this brand new tour will include performances from Driven Quartet, Beyond the Ashes, and Christy Sutherland.

Driven Quartet is one of the most exciting new quartets to hit the Gospel music landscape in years. The group was recently listed as one of 10 new artists to watch for 2011 according to AbsolutelyGospel.com and earned a Breakthrough Artist of the Year nomination in the 2009 SGN Music Awards. You can find out more information Driven Quartet by visiting http://www.drivenqt.com.

Nominated for 2 Absolutely Gospel Music Awards this year including Fan Favorite Artist of the Year, Beyond the Ashes has been breaking down barriers and winning over new fans to Gospel music over the last couple of years. The group is currently working on a brand new album – Treasures Unseen. Visit them online at http://www.beyondtheashesonline.com.

Christy Sutherland has become one of Gospel music’s most cherished vocalists and songwriters over the last few years. Her songs have been recorded by industry leaders Rizen, Sandi Patty, The Greenes, and Kim Hopper among others. The Triumphant Quartet singled “Somebody Died For Me” was recently nominated for Song of the Year and Traditional Southern Song of the Year in the 2011 Absolutely Gospel Music Awards, and Christy was awarded Christian Country Female Artist of the Year in the 2010 Diamond Awards. Learn more about her by visiting http://www.christysutherland.net.

Rob Patz of Coastal Media Group said, “All three of these artists have become personal friends of SGN Scoops Digital and believe in the Diamond Awards program. We are so excited that they agreed to be a part of our first show!”

“I am thrilled to be kicking off the first annual Diamond Awards on Tour Concert Series with Beyond The Ashes and Driven,” mentioned Christy Sutherland. “I know people will be touched by the presence of God.”

The “Diamond Awards On Tour” is a new initiative designed to take the Diamond Awards experience across the country this year. The “Diamond Awards On Tour” concert series will hit major markets and universities in an effort to bring awareness to the Diamond Awards program and attract new readers to the already popular digital magazine.

The first date on the “Diamond Awards On Tour” experience will be on Thursday, February 10, 2011 in Nashville, Tennessee at Trevecca Nazarene University at the Boone Business Building Convocation Center started at 6:30 p.m.

This year’s Diamond Awards program will take place on Thursday, June 30, 2011 as a part of the 3rd Annual Branson Gospel Music Revival in Branson, Missouri.

The Diamond Awards are currently accepting nominations for the Top 10 Ballot in this year’s program. To find out how you can nominate your favorite artists, visit https://www.sgnscoops.com for more information.

Hosts, performers and sponsors for the 2011 Diamond Awards will be announced at a later date.

About the Diamond Awards
The Diamond Awards were transferred over to the SGN Scoops Digital several years ago after the original home for the awards, the Gospel Voice Magazine, folded.  The Diamond Awards are a fan-based award that allows the fans to choose the nominees as well as the winners in each year.  The awards show is based during the Branson Gospel Music Convention every July.