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Time Life and Gaither Music Group Release 10-DVD Collector’s Set

Written by SGN Scoops Staff on September 13, 2016 – 10:42 am -

Time Life and Gaither Music Group Release 10-DVD Collector's Set

Time Life and Gaither Music Group Release 10-DVD Collector’s Set

NASHVILLE, Tenn.–Since his early days with the Bill Gaither Trio, Bill Gaither has enjoyed a love of hymns.  That love has grown stronger over the years, and these sacred gems have reached new levels of popularity during the last 20 years of Homecoming concerts featuring stars of country and southern gospel music.  This August, Time Life invited fans of gospel and Christian music to enjoy in BILL GAITHER’S HOMECOMING HYMNS, an unforgettable collection of the world’s most beautiful hymns personally selected by Bill himself.  Packed with 150 inspirational performances, a bonus 20-song CD, a collectible 48-page hymns book and more, the handsome 10-disc collector’s set is only available currently through Time Life.com or by calling 1-800-950-7887.

Hymns have always been an important part of the Gaither Homecoming concerts, and their hymn-oriented DVDs have been among their most successful.  Now, for the first time, the greatest hymns from all of the Homecoming concerts plus other Gaither-hosted concerts are gathered in one collection — the biggest collection of Gaither’s hymns ever — including timeless classics such as “The Old Rugged Cross,” “Blessed Assurance,” “Amazing Grace,” “Peace in the Valley” and “What a Friend We Have in Jesus.” Certain to become a family favorite, this incredible collection is brought to life by rich performances from the Homecoming family of artists including the Gaither Vocal Band, Vestal Goodman, The Cathedrals, Jake Hess and David Phelps.  HOMECOMING HYMNS is also enlivened by guest performers including country legends George Jones, The Oak Ridge Boys, Larry Gatlin, Marty Stuart and Alabama.
Aside from rousing, heartfelt performances this specially-priced collection features a DVD of Christmas hymns, an attractive 48-page hymns book with lyrics allowing viewers to sing-along at home, a 20-song CD featuring highlights of the collection and bonus content including extended conversations with Bill and Gloria Gaither, Behind the Scenes featurettes about the “Amazing Grace” and “How Great Thou Art” DVDs, and an exclusive, new interview with Bill Gaither talking about hymns.

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Gaither Music Group Takes Listeners “Through the Fire” with Jason Crabb’s Most Popular Hits

Written by SGN Scoops Staff on March 31, 2015 – 1:38 pm -

Jason Crabb

Jason Crabb

Label Releases “Best Of” from Award-winning Crabb

NASHVILLE, Tenn —Gaither Music Group has just released Through the Fire, The Best of Jason Crabb to retailers everywhere.  The hit-filled collection includes many of Crabb’s awarded and most requested songs, including “Sometimes I Cry,” “What the Blood Is For,” his unprecedented rendition of “I’d Rather Have Jesus” and, of course, his signature “Through the Fire.”
The release will be featured on a TV campaign which will air on PBS, Dish TV, DirecTV, AT&T Uverse, GaitherTV, TBN, RFD, FamilyNet, CTN, GMTN, Guardian, Liberty, TCT and TLN.  It will air in Canada on Vision TV, CTS, The Miracle Channel and Hope TV.
GRAMMY® Award winner and recipient of over 20 GMA DOVE Awards, Crabb has become known as one of the most respected and diverse vocalists in Christian music.  His soulful, heartfelt styles have made him a critics’ pick and a fan favorite of audiences ranging from “The Grand Ole Opry” and the Brooklyn Tabernacle to the Gospel Music Association (GMA) DOVE Award stages and Gaither HOMECOMING arena platforms.
For two decades Crabb has blurred the style lines of Christian music, combining a downhome gospel sound with soulful performances and contemporary arrangements.  He has been awarded the Artist of the Year Award at the GMA DOVE Awards as well as the Male Vocalist of the Year Award in addition to his 2011 Song of the Year (“Sometimes I Cry”) honor.  The vocal powerhouse has garnered a string of number one hits and chart-topping singles, a tour schedule of over 150 dates annually, ongoing tv appearances and nationally acclaimed recordings.
Through the Fire, The Best of Jason Crabb, exclusively distributed by Capitol Christian Distribution, is available now throughout general market stores and the Christian music marketplace in addition to online retailers including iTunes, Amazon and www.gaither.com.

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Award-winning Tenor DAVID PHELPS Celebrates FREEDOM with All-NEW Recording

Written by Staff on February 23, 2015 – 12:20 pm -

phelpsAcclaimed Vocalist Brings a “Ghost Town” to Life
Phelps Showcases His Vocal Prowess and Songwriting Talents
with New Release
NASHVILLE, Tenn.–February 23rd, 2015–GRAMMY®-nominated, classically trained tenor David Phelps showcases his award-winning voice and three-octave range on his all-new recording,Freedom (Gaither Music Group).  Produced by Phelps and mentor/friend/gospel music legend Bill Gaither, the new release, scheduled to hit the streets on April 14th, underscores Phelps’ ability to bring music to life.
“Freedom is a bit of a return home for me,” he describes.  “I love that the first song starts with the lyric, ‘I’m back again….’  As the song ‘I’m Coming Home’ unfolded I knew that it had to be the first song on the project.  I began my recording career with a project that included songs like ‘End of the Beginning,’ ‘Let the Glory Come Down’ and ‘No More Night’ – a gospel release with an eclectic mix of modern pop and soulful ballads.  I will always be an eclectic artist, and…I’ve been honored to record rock ballads, traditional pop songs, classical arias and gospel standards.”
Fans will enjoy more of those gospel standards on the new recording, which includes Phelps’ haunting rendition of the classic hit “Ain’t No Grave,” an acoustic-driven version of “When the Saints Go Marching In” and a signature recording of “We Shall Behold Him.” 
In addition to gospel favorites, Phelps contributed nine new songs that he wrote or co-wrote to the release.  He addressed topics such as humility, brokenness, awe, faith, doubt, hope and freedom as featured in the title cut that required some soul-searching.
“The central theme of Freedom emanates from the title song, ‘Ghost Town (Freedom),’” explains Phelps.  “I began writing the era-based lyric in the verses and was amazed how the metaphor of Christ painted itself.  However, I got to the chorus and was stuck.  After playing it for Bill (Gaither), he agreed that it needed something different than what I had.  I went back to the drawing board.
“I asked myself, ‘What is all this about?  It’s not really about a ‘Ghost Town’ or a metaphor or even the specific deeds of Jesus.  It’s about why He did what He did:  freedom!’  So much of our spiritual lives (and the songs on this project) are spent searching for or trying to cling to freedom.”
The recording features Phelps’ anticipated powerhouse vocals along with musicianship from a who’s who of Nashville talents including Gordon Mote, Chris Rodriguez, Danny O’Lannerghty, Greg Ritchie, Sam Levine, David Davidson and Jack Jezzro among others.  The orchestrations were penned by Phelps, Mote, Steve Mauldin and Kristin Wilkinson.  The rest of the Gaither Vocal Band — Bill Gaither, Wes Hampton, Adam Crabb and Todd Suttles – were on hand to perform some of the project’s background vocals.
“I truly feel like these songs are a part of me,” Phelps explains.  “They are snapshots of where I am on my journey, and my hope is that they are told in a way that others can relate to and be encouraged by.  I am far from perfect and depend on grace every moment of every day. I hope that Freedompaints a real portrait of living faith as I learn and grow on my journey.”
Freedom will be distributed through Capitol Christian Distribution and will be available throughout general market stores and the Christian marketplace in addition to online retailers including iTunes,Amazon and www.gaither.com.
The release will be positioned heavily at retail, via catalog placements and through a direct TV campaign, beginning in April, on networks including DISH TV, DIRECTV, AT&T Uverse, PBS, GaitherTV, TBN, FamilyNet, CTN, GMTN, Guardian, Liberty, RFD, TCT and TLN.  The campaign will also air in Canada on Vision TV, The Miracle Channel, Grace TV and CTS.
For further information regarding David Phelps, please visit www.davidphelps.com,www.facebook.com/davidphelps or @DPhelpsMusic.
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CD Song List:
I’m Coming Home
Who Do You Say That I Am
Rain
Ghost Town (Freedom)
Little White Church
Ain’t No Grave
We Shall Behold Him
What I Need Is You
Holy (Sanctus)
Parable of the River
Your Time Will Come (with the Gaither Vocal Band)
The Lily
Heaven’s Shore
When the Saints Go Marching In
ABOUT DAVID PHELPS
David Phelps is blessed with a vocal instrument unlike any other. The multi-platinum artist first entered the national spotlight when he joined the Gaither Vocal Band and has since performed at Carnegie Hall, the White House and many other halls and churches around the world. Phelps has won two GRAMMY® Awards and four GMA DOVE Awards.  His latest work, Freedom, showcases his talents as a singer, songwriter, arranger and producer.  Phelps lives outside of Nashville, Tennessee, with his wife, Lori, and their four children: Callie, Maggie Beth, David Grant and Coby.

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The Martins Celebrate Street Week of All-NEW A Cappella Release

Written by SGN Scoops Staff on June 5, 2014 – 9:48 am -

Martins A CappellaNASHVILLE, Tenn.-June 5th, 2014 – Popular GRAMMY®-nominated and eight-time GMA DOVE Award-winning recording artists The Martins are celebrating their all-NEW release, A Cappella which debuted at #2 on the Southern Gospel chart this week and landed at #17 on the Contemporary Christian Music chart according to Nielsen Soundscan.

It has been nearly two decades since The Martins released their first a cappella CD; and as the multi-talented group celebrates the release of their latest A Cappella recording, which has received glowing reviews, the family sat down with radio host Daniel Britt to discuss the new endeavor. The Martins will be featured on the next two broadcasts of SirusXM’s “Daniel Britt & Friends” during the weeks of June 16th and June 23rd. These broadcasts will feature an intimate interview with Joyce, Jonathan and Judy, who talk about the making of the recording, allowing listeners the opportunity to catch up on the latest happenings with The Martins.
The one-hour program will air three different times over the next two weeks on SiriusXM Radio. The trio will be featured at 7pm (eastern) on Monday, June 16th & 23rd, as well as at 10pm (eastern) on Thursday, June 19th & 26th, and at 12 noon (eastern) on Saturday, June 21st and June 28th.
A Cappella, from Gaither Music Group, has been much anticipated from these siblings recognized throughout Christian music for their intense family harmonies and a cappella masterpieces. Distributed by Capitol Christian Distribution, the release is available now at retail and digital outlets worldwide including iTunes, Amazon and www.gaither.com and www.martinsline.com.
Tune into “Daniel Britt & Friends” during the weeks of June 16th & 23rd to hear the very latest from The Martins.
Connect with The Martins at www.martinsonline.com; visit them at facebook.com/martinsonline; or follow them on Twitter: @martinsonline.


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GRAMMY®-winning Artist Guy Penrod to Release All-New Recording

Written by SGN Scoops on April 30, 2014 – 11:56 am -

guyGaither Music Group, NASHVILLE, Tenn.–April 30th, 2014—GRAMMY® and GMA DOVE Award-winning recording artist Guy Penrod has just recorded an all-new collection of some of today’s most popular songs of worship.  Worship (Gaither Music Group/Servant Records), which will be available on May 27th, was produced by Lindell Cooley and features Guy’s unmistakable, rasp-tinged vocals as he brings to life new renditions of both classic and contemporary songs like “Shout to the Lord,” “Revelation Song,” “Victory in Jesus,” “You Never Let Go,” “10,000 Reasons” and more.
“I wanted to record an album that, like my previous Hymns recording, contains familiar songs,” describes Penrod.  “I put the songs in keys that most everyone can sing along with, especially the men, and arranged them with a simplicity that allows everybody to easily join in.  I have a real heart to see men enter into worship because I believe as they worship their families will worship also.  I am excited to travel across the country (and internationally) and perform these songs as audiences sing along.”
One of the most popular artists featured on the Gaither Homecoming Video Series, Penrod spent 14 years as the lead singer of the Gaither Vocal Band before launching a successful solo ministry with combined career sales now in excess of four million units.  His most recently acclaimed sophomore release, Hymns (Gaither Music Group/ Servant Records), debuted at #1 on the Nielsen SoundScan Southern Gospel retail chart, became the top-selling southern gospel album of 2012 and was also one of the year’s top-selling gospel recordings in Cracker Barrel Old Country Store® nationwide.One of the most in-demand touring artists in Christian music and a vocal powerhouse, Penrod travels throughout the US and abroad.  He has made multiple media appearances including radio’s “The Mike Huckabee Show,” RFD TV’s top-rated “Larry’s Country Diner” and one of North America’s most popular Christian television programs “100 Huntley Street.” Additionally, Penrod hosts DayStar Television’s Emmy Award-winning “Gospel Music Showcase” program.

Known for his country styling, Penrod’s music has been applauded in the gospel as well as country formats.  He has appeared on “The Grand Ole Opry” and on numerous country recordings. In 2011, he became a Texas Gospel Music Hall of Fame inductee; and he is being inducted this week alongside the Gaither Vocal Band into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame.
Worship will receive prime placement in retail outlets and will air as part of a special TV offer on Dish TV, DirecTV, AT&T Uverse, GaitherTV, TBN, RFD, FamilyNet, CTN, GMC, GMTN, Guardian, Liberty, TCT and TLN.  It will also air in Canada on Vision TV, CTS, The Miracle Channel and Hope TV.
Worship is distributed by Capitol Christian Distribution and will available at retail and digital outlets worldwide including iTunes, Amazon, www.gaither.com andwww.guypenrod.com.
For further information visit www.guypenrod.com, connect at facebook.com/GuyPenrod or follow Guy on Twitter: @GuyPenrod.
Song Listing:
You Never Let Go
Trading My Sorrows
Shout to the Lord
Revelation Song
I Need You More
Take My Life
When Love Was Slain
You Reign
10,000 Reasons
Through It All
Amazing Love/Word of God Speak
Victory in Jesus
I Will Be with You

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Jason Crabb’s Love Is Stronger Makes Impressive Debut– Tops the Southern Gospel Chart, Lands in Christian Music’s Top 10 Chart and in Billboard’s Top 200

Written by SGN Scoops on March 22, 2013 – 4:14 pm -

GAITHER MUSIC GROUP, NASHVILLE, Tenn.–March 22nd—Love Is Stronger, the sophomore, studio release from GRAMMY® Award winner and GMA jasonalbumDOVE Awards Artist and Male Vocalist of the Year Jason Crabb, hit the streets this week coming in at the #1 spot on the southern gospel chart and debuting at #7 on the contemporary Christian music chart, according to Nielsen SoundScan.  The all-new release from Gaither Music Group appeared at #94 on the overall Billboard Top 200 chart.
In addition, The Best of the Crabb Family DVD took over the #1 position on the Christian DVD chart and appeared at #11 on on the Billboard Top Music DVD Chart.
“This has been an exciting project for us,” stated Barry Jennings, president of Gaither Music Group.  “Jason is an extremely talented artist and having him work alongside Jay, Ed and Wayne for the first time has been a rewarding process. Together they have created a project that honors Jason’s musical roots while broadening his appeal to the modern-day church. We are excited by the initial response to the project and believe this will be a career album for him.”
Love Is Stronger, produced by three of the industry’s award-winning and lauded producers – Jay DeMarcus (Rascal Flatts), Ed Cash (Chris Tomlin, Kari Jobe) and Wayne Haun (Celine Dion, Earl Scruggs), is currently positioned prominently in stores nationwide and among online retailers leading into the Easter season.  It has been featured prominently on tv networks including CTS, Family Net, FFE, GAC, Grace, Vision, RFD, TNN, TBN, Airtime, CTN, Gaither TV, The Walk TV (formerly Legacy), Miracle, TCT and TLN.  Crabb is also the featured artist for Google Play on Android this month.
This much anticipated recording from the 17-time GMA DOVE Award winner has received glowing reviews and attention from The Associated Press, Entertainment Tonight, FOX News, AOL’s “The Boot,” Music News New York, Huffington Post, Roughstock, CCM Magazine, New Release Tuesday, Nashville Country Club, Christian Music Review, Absolutely Gospel and Breathecast, among others.
“Crabb delivers a cohesive album that showcases the vocal diversity he’s known for….”
                                                                                                –Billboard Magazine
“Love Is Stronger finds this southern gospel boy grown up — but not away from his musical roots. A who’s who of songwriters put the well-written words in his mouth, but Crabb’s own sincerity shines through on every note. Vocally and creatively, he continues to come into his own.”
                                                                                                -Rhapsody 
 
“[Love Is Stronger] is proof positive that Jason really can sing anything (maybe even the phone book!) and blow you away…his booming, warm, big voice speaks for itself.  And on…Love Is Stronger, he pushes said voice beyond anywhere he’s been before….”  
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               
                                                                                               HOMECOMING Magazine
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
Love Is Stronger, exclusively distributed by Capitol Christian Distribution, is available throughout general market stores and the Christian marketplace in addition to online retailers including iTunes, Amazon and www.gaither.com.
About Jason Crabb: 
Grammy® Award winner and 17-time GMA DOVE Award winner Jason Crabb has become known as one of the most respected and diverse vocalists in Christian music.  His soulful, heartfelt vocals have made him a critics’ pick and a fan favorite on stages ranging from “The Grand Ole Opry” and the Brooklyn Tabernacle to the Gaither Homecoming arena platforms.  In 2012, Crabb was honored to be awarded with not only the Artist of the Year Award at the GMA DOVE Awards but also the Male Vocalist of the Year Award in addition to the Soloist of the Year Award at the NQC Music Awards. With a string of number one hits and chart-topping singles, a tour schedule of over 150 dates annually, ongoing tv appearances and an all-new recording, this vocal powerhouse’s talent is topped only by his genuine personality and concern for others.

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GUY PENROD VISITS ‘LARRY’S COUNTRY DINER’

Written by SGN Scoops on August 28, 2012 – 7:08 am -

NASHVILLE, Tenn.—Gaither Music Group/Servant Records artist Guy Penrod recently visited one of the RFD-TV network’s most popular programs, “Larry’s Country Diner,” to share a few songs for an upcoming episode. Pictured (l-r) on the set are “Larry’s Country Diner” Sheriff Jimmy Capps and waitress Renae; Penrod; host Larry Black; church lady Nadine; and announcer and sidekick Keith Bilbrey.

Penrod and his band performed selections from his acclaimed solo recordings Breathe Deep (2010) and Hymns (2012). His “Larry’s Country Diner” guest appearance is slated to air across the country on RFD-TV Thursday, September 13 at 8 pm ET; Friday, September 14 at 10:00 am ET; and Saturday, September 15 at 11:00 pm ET.

Hymns debuted at #1 on Nielsen Soundscan’s Southern Gospel retail chart and at #5 on the Current Contemporary Christian chart following its release in March. The album is distributed by EMI CMG Distribution and is available at retail and digital outlets worldwide, as well as Cracker Barrel Old Country Stores®.

One of the most popular shows on RFD-TV, “Larry’s Country Diner” garners 1.4 million viewers monthly. A down-home variety show featuring entertainment, interviews and music, the program is taped in front of a live studio audience in a country diner setting. For more information, please visit www.larryscountrydiner.com.

For further information, visit www.guypenrod.com or www.turningpointpr.com.


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GUY PENROD JOINS ALL-STAR LINE-UP FOR WAITING FOR WISHES CELEBRITY WAITERS DINNER

Written by SGN Scoops on May 17, 2012 – 3:20 pm -

NASHVILLE, Tenn.—Gaither Music Group/Servant Records artist Guy Penrod joined an all-star roster from the worlds of sports, music and film for Kevin Carter’s 11th Annual Waiting for Wishes Celebrity Waiters Dinner, held recently at Nashville’s The Palm Restaurant.  Penrod and the celebrity wait staff served tables, signed autographs, received donations and interacted with guests at the sold-out event, which benefited The Kevin Carter Foundation and The Make-A-Wish Foundation® of Middle Tennessee.

Hosted by former Tennessee Titans’ player and 14-year NFL veteran Kevin Carter and Jay DeMarcus of multi-platinum-selling country group Rascal Flatts, Waiting for Wishes featured celebrity waiters including Tennessee Titans’ quarterback Matt Hasselbeck; NFL greats Eddie George, Craig Hentrich, Derrick Mason, Brad Hopkins and Eric Winston; Joe Don Rooney of Rascal Flatts; Kix Brooks of legendary country duo Brooks & Dunn; Olympic figure skating champion Scott Hamilton; John Rich of multi-platinum-selling country duo Big & Rich; Jamie Johnson of the award-winning bluegrass ensemble The Grascals; and Hollywood actor, writer, producer and director Johnathon Schaech, among others.

Kevin and Shima Carter created The Kevin Carter Foundation to enrich the lives of children, focusing on youth and character development.  The Make-A-Wish Foundation® of Middle Tennessee grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy.  More than 1,000 wishes have been granted in Middle Tennessee since the chapter was founded in 2000.

Penrod’s latest recording, Hymns, debuted at #1 on Nielsen Soundscan’s Southern Gospel retail chart and #5 on the Current Contemporary Christian chart following its release in March.  His 2010 Dove Award-nominated release, Breathe Deep, continues to be a benchmark for country recordings within the Christian marketplace, featuring successful mainstream country and southern gospel radio singles.  A 2011 Texas Gospel Music Hall of Fame inductee, Penrod made his Grand Ole Opry debut last year.  Prior to his solo career, Penrod spent 14 years with the GRAMMY® and Dove Award-winning Gaither Vocal Band.

Hymns is distributed by EMI CMG Distribution and is available at retail and digital outlets worldwide, as well as Cracker Barrel Old Country Stores®.

For further information, visit www.guypenrod.com or www.turningpointpr.com.

Right photo:  Guy Penrod (r) is pictured with Rascal Flatts’ Jay DeMarcus, co-host of Kevin Carter’s 11th Annual Waiting for Wishes Celebrity Waiters Dinner. 


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CHRISTIAN MUSIC MAINSTAY JASON CRABB TAKES HOME TOP HONORS AT 2012 GMA DOVE AWARDS

Written by SGN Scoops on April 25, 2012 – 12:59 pm -

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CHRISTIAN MUSIC MAINSTAY JASON CRABB TAKES HOME TOP HONORS AT 2012 GMA DOVE AWARDS

Crabb Part of Multi-Artist Tribute to the Legendary Russ Taff; Closes Show with Dove Nominated Song “I Saw the Light”

JASON CRABB TAKES HOM TOP HONORS AT 2012 GMA DOVE AWARDS
Jason Crabb poses with his Dove Awards for Male Vocalist of the Year and Artist of the Year
/ photo: Aaron Crisler / The Judy Nelon Group

NASHVILLE, Tenn.—April 24th, 2012—This year’s Gospel Music Association (GMA) DOVE Awards proved quite memorable for Christian music mainstay Jason Crabb.  With eight nominations, making him the leading artist nominee for this year’s awards, Crabb took home two—Artist of the Year and Male Vocalist of the Year. This marks the first wins in each of those categories for this musically diverse artist.

Jason Crabb GMA Dove Awards Fox Theatre Atlanta, GA
Jason Crabb receives the Dove Award for Artist of the Year from Kirk Franklin and Natalie Grant
photo: Aaron Crisler / The Judy Nelon Group

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GUY PENROD CELEBRATES #1 DEBUT WITH HYMNS

Written by SGN Scoops on April 12, 2012 – 4:06 am -

NASHVILLE, Tenn.—Hymns, the sophomore Gaither Music Group/Servant Records recording from Guy Penrod, Christian music’s premier country recording artist, achieved chart-topping sales success following its release March 27.  Hymns was the top seller on Nielsen SoundScan’s Southern Gospel retail chart; #5 on the Current Contemporary Christian chart; and entered The Billboard 200 at #85.  First-week sales of Hymns surpassed those of Penrod’s 2010 solo debut, Breathe Deep, which has gone on to sell more than 85,000 units.

Produced by Penrod and Pete Greene, Hymns showcases 13 of the award-winning artist’s favorite selections, including the debut single, “Does Jesus Care?,” a duet with the legendary George Beverly Shea.  The project also features “The Old Rugged Cross,” “What a Friend We Have in Jesus,” “Amazing Grace,” “Count Your Blessings” and “Leaning on the Everlasting Arms,” among others.

Penrod’s 2010 Dove Award-nominated Gaither Music Group/Servant Records release, Breathe Deep, continues to be a benchmark for country recordings within the Christian marketplace, featuring successful mainstream country and southern gospel radio singles.  A 2011 Texas Gospel Music Hall of Fame inductee, Penrod made his Grand Ole Opry debut last year.  Prior to his solo career, Penrod spent 14 years with the GRAMMY® and Dove Award-winning Gaither Vocal Band.

Hymns is distributed by EMI CMG Distribution and is available at retail and digital outlets worldwide, as well as Cracker Barrel Old Country Stores®.  The new recording is positioned heavily at retail and is being aired as part of a direct TV campaign on networks including GAC, RFD, GMC, TBN, FamilyNet, CTS, CTN, TCT, TLN, Airtime 1 and GMTN and in Canada on Grace, Legacy, Miracle and Vision.

For further information, visit www.guypenrod.com or www.turningpointpr.com.


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