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Popular Radio Promoter, Pauline Patterson, Signs Long-term Contract with EHA-Nashville for Management of Personal Music Ministry

Pauline Patterson

(Corbin, KY) Pauline Patterson, owner of Patterson Promotions, announces this week her need to recruit Evie Hawkins, owner of EHA-Nashville, to manage her personal music ministry. Most Gospel Music fans may know Pauline from her many years of providing successful radio promotional services to hundreds of recording artists. Many who know Pauline as being a radio promoter may not realize she has had a solo ministry of her own that dates back before her radio promotions company was launched. She actually has been in the ministry for 35 years and has worn many hats in Southern Gospel Music. Some of her prior experience includes being a DJ host of her own Good Morning Gospel Show at WFSR in Harlan, Ky. for about two and a half years; a concert promoter; and now owns and operates the radio promotions company, Patterson Promotions. In addition, Pauline owns the Southern Gospel Times Magazine, which is the only fan-voted top 40 chart of its nature. Pauline notes, “I’m excited and relieved about getting Evie Hawkins to represent me with management. I want to be able to continue my calling to sing and to make sure I am still 100% on fire to handle my radio promotions for those I represent. Evie and I have been very good friends for quite a few years now, and I feel I’m in qualified hands with her taking the reigns of my music ministry.” Evie notes, “It’s simply an honor to manage Pauline’s ministry. She has phenomenal talent and a gift to nurture, embrace, and bless. I am so excited to be a part of Pauline’s team!”

The call to continue her personal music ministry has not been an overnight decision. She has never discontinued her ministry, but says she no longer has the time to manage it, as she wants to continue to focus on the artists she represents as a priority.

Pauline has never forgotten the call God has placed in her own life as a singer. She has recorded 8 projects and has released numerous songs to national radio with charting success in all major charts. Through her singing, speaking, radio releases, and promotions of her clients to national radio, she strives to “reach souls.”

Pauline is available for church ministry, concerts and Ladies Conferences. She states, “God has given me a song to sing, and if you are blessed by it – Praise Him!”

Some of her notable recordings are Her Roots Run Deep, The Journey Will Be Sweet, Heaven Will Be Worth The Journey, I Know The Man, Almost Home, and I Fell Down.

Contact Info: Pauline Patterson Ministries, Management: Evie Hawkins, EHA-Nashville, 615-856-0910 or 256-303-8354. Office@EHA-Nashville.com,
pattersonmusic@att.net

Randy & Wendi Pierce Celebrate New Project with an NQC Showcase with Friends

Randy and Wendi Pierce, of Nashville, TN, have their brand new project completed and ready just in time for the National Quartet Convention next week. The project will feature some of their own material and is produced by Rick Francis. The duet will also be featured on a radio and promoters showcase in conjunction with EHA-Nashville.  They will be co-hosting along with Rhonda Mitchell-Frye, Rick Francis, and Lynn “Royce” Taylor. Evie Hawkins notes, “I’m thrilled that Randy and Wendi’s latest project is available for the NQC. I am looking forward to their showcase and the wonderful artists and co-hosts we have lined up. This is a celebration of Randy and Wendi’s new project and  I believe the public will enjoy their original material and so glad they could have Rick Francis involved in its production!” More info on Randy & Wendi:www.EHA-Nashville.com and visit: www.RandyandWendiPierce.com 

Cross Pointe Signs Long-term Agreement with EHA-Nashville

Cross Pointe of Lancaster, OH, recently signed a major long-term contract with EHA-Nashville on the heels of their latest release, “Time After Time.” The Southern Gospel group is made up of Bill Pitts, Conda Barlow, and Debbie Wright.” The group has had success with national exposure through the help of radio promoter, Pauline Patterson of Patterson Music Group. Evie Hawkins notes, “I am very happy to be a part of Cross Pointe’s team. This group will be featured in our artist showcase next week at the National Quartet Convention. It’s an honor to be working with them now and throughout 2014!” For a free press kit: Evie@EHA-Nashville.com, 256-509-1514

David Timms Releases New Song Through Patterson Promotions

Singer, Songwriter, Evangelist, David Timms, of Tupelo, MS, goes to national radio through Patterson Promotions on PP Vol. 11 this week with his latest single, “Everything He Died For,” written by Mark Thomas. David is an ordained minister who has been singing Gospel music since his youth and traveled and recorded with the popular charting group, Heaven’s Highway. David’s ordination broadened his ministry and fans and radio positively embraced “Set Me Free From Me,” by David, which was promoted to radio through Pauline Patterson. David’s first Top 40, “Longing to Go” was written by Gerald Crabb. Their affiliation spun out several successful recordings for David, including, “You Did it Again, God Had a Champion, and more. David also recorded, “Back on Top Again,” by Ronny Hinson, and all of these songs made the charts. But David doesn’t just depend on charting success to define him. He notes, “I love singing, but most of all I love singing about my Savior and preaching the Gospel. I am so excited to see what God has in store for this ministry, and the opportunities he has placed in my life to work with people who love to serve Him just the same.” His album, “Revived” can be downloaded at www.itunes.com. Pauline Patterson notes, “I am happy again to get David’s great material to national radio. I have really enjoyed working with this exceptionally gifted artist. I believe in his music and his call to the ministry and look forward to what lies ahead for David!” For more info on David Timms: 662-231-7382 http://davidtimmsmusic.com/, PR contact: Evie Hawkins, Evie@EHA-Nashville.com, Radio info: Pauline Patterson/Patterson Music Group, www.PattersonPromotions@Att.net Visit David on Facebook: < https://www.facebook.com/david.timms.ministry?fref=ts>

Denise Edwards Signs Publicity Agreement with EHA-Nashville

{EHA-Nashville} Award-winning Christian recording artist, Denise Edwards, of Brandon,South Dakota signs a publicity agreement this month with EHA-Nashville in order to bring more exposure to her music ministry. Denise, who hold a Bachelor’s degree in music has been successful in getting her songs played and charted abroad, with “The Son Sets Me Free, I Trust in You, and more. Her exceptional original material sets her apart because it crosses genres of Christian Country, Southern Gospel, and Contemporary Christian. She notes, “I’ve been involved with music my entire life.I want my songs to bless and uplift.” She also has recorded a Christmas CD which was released on the top 20/40 chart on the Aspirion Label. She thanks TripleStrandProduction of Minneapolis for her reach to radio, thus far, and her success on the ECMA charts this past year. Evie Hawkins notes, “It is such a joy to work with Denise. She is a unique recording artist, with exceptional material that crosses age, genre, and cultural boundaries. She has a passion for her work and teaches youth, as well. We’re going to have a great time working together!”

Ray Cooper Relocates to Alabama, Completing New Project

{EHA-Nashville, TN} Ray Cooper relocated to Decatur, AL in March, in order to be near Nashville and work at EHA-Nashville. He has recently been in the studio working on his latest project, “Down Home With Ray.” Friend and producer, Evie Hawkins notes, “The project is just that; down to earth and inspiring.” It includes some of Ray’s favorite songs over the years and some original material. He has dedicated the new CD to his late mother who lost her battle to cancer four years ago. Ray will be singing Sunday, May 27, at 1:00 p.m. at the homecoming services of Lawrence Cove Baptist Church in Eva, AL. Ray will be joined by backup singers, Stephanie Hawkins-Drinkard and Evie Hawkins in his trio, Ray Cooper & Jordon Shore. Ray notes, “Stephanie sang with a trio as a teenager and been recognized on a national level in competitions as a Christian Country soloist, as well. Evie traveled and sang all her life and I will be including her song, “Promise of Tomorrow” (1982) For more info on Ray’s new project: Office@EHA-Nashville.com 615-348-8113 or 256-616-5221

Brenda Whitlock Mourns Loss of Husband, Sidney

{EHA-Nashville-TN) Recording artist, Brenda Whitlock, lost her beloved husband, Sidney, this week to an extended illness. Sidney Whitlock died Tuesday, March 20, 2012, at his home surrounded by his family and friends.He was born in Nettleton, MS and married Brenda in 1966. The couple made their home and raised their family in Okolona, MS where they owned and operated two furniture stores, and later Okolona Truck Leasing. Sidney served on the Bank of Okolona Board of Trustees for 40 years, and helped bring 1st Citizen National Bank to Okolona. He was selected as one of “America’s Most Outstanding Businessmen” in the early 80’s and served in the Mississippi Army National Guard for eight years as Sergeant. Additionally, he was Deacon of Zion Assembly Church of God for 40 years and was known in his community as a rock of strength and encouragement to others. Funerals services are March 24, 2012, 2 pm, at Brenda’s Concert Hall in Okolona with Bro. Wade Phillips, Bro. Jimmy Bryan, Bro. Wayne Thorn, Bro. Joel Brooks and Bro. Claxton Cook officiating. Visitation is Friday 5-9 pm and Sat.1 p.m. to service time at the same location. Burial is in East Chickasaw Memorial Gardens. For more info on Mr. Sidney Whitlock’s arrangements and to send condolences: hollandfuneraldirectors@comcast.net. A complete obituary will be published in the Wednesday, March 28, Chickasaw Journal.

Phil Cross & Poet Voices Signs with EHA-Nashville

{EHA-NASHVILLE 2/21/2012}  With the relaunching of Poet Voices this week, founder Phil Cross enlisted the publicity services of EHA-Nashville. Evie Hawkins notes, “It’s an honor and privilege to be a small part of Phil’s mission. I’ve always been a fan of Poet Voices, and I look forward to the road ahead!” Poet Voices is one of the nation’s most beloved groups and their fanbase continues to thrive. The highly-acclaimed group consists of Phil, Donny Henderson, and Dan Callahan.
For more info:

CROSS MUSIC GROUP PO BOX 11444, Chattanooga, TN 37401main – 423.285.8755
BOOKING INFORMATIONBrian Burchfield 423.754.4350
More info:
Office@PoetVoices.com
www.EHA-Nashville.com
www.pattersonpromotions.com
www.PhilCrossMusic.com

Randy & Wendi Pierce Renews Contract With EHA-Nashville

{EHA-Nashville, TN} Duet, Randy & Wendi Pierce of Tulsa, OK recently renewed a long-term management contract with EHA-Nashville. The couple’s version of Gordon Jensen’s “Tears are a Language” has stayed at the top of Southern Gospel Times fan-voted Top 40 charts for the past 6 months. They recently sent “I’ll Fly Away” to national radio through Patterson Promotions and they continue to be a part of several Nashville-based organizations that help bring Southern Gospel music to major venues in Music City. For more info on Randy & Wendi or to receive a press kit with their latest single: Evie Hawkins or Ray Cooper EHA-Nashville 615-545-1241 or 256-686-2375

Randy and Wendi Pierce Release Single “I’ll Fly Away”

{EHA-Nashville, TN} Popular Tulsa, OK duet, Randy and Wendi Pierce, announce their latest radio release, “I’ll Fly Away,” being promoted through Patterson Promotions. The song is already a fan favorite and the upbeat arrangement typically gets the crowd to their feet. Pauline Patterson notes, “I have been blessed to work for Randy and Wendi in getting their songs to radio in the past. When they released “Tears are a Language,” we saw their audience widen. Ken and I are honored to get to work with them in 2012.” (The song has remained at the top of the Southern Gospel Times Top 40 chart and consistently at the #1 position for several months.) The couple notes their goal is “to help the lost find Jesus and to encourage the saved.” Randy and Wendi are members of the USAGEM in Nashville and are managed by EHA-Nashville. They appeared on Music Row at the organization’s 2011 Birthday Bash concert. “I’ll Fly Away” was released to radio on P.P. Vol. 7  this month and is already receiving positive feedback. Jim Brady of the Booth Brothers was producer on the project. The song is available for download at www.pattersonpromotions.com. Booking Information:
Randy Pierce 918-260-6967
Email: randyandwendi@yahoo.com
Management: Evie Hawkins (EHA) 615-545-1241
Concert schedule:
www.gospelgigs.com/randyandwendi