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Gospel Music Festival at Loretta Lynn’s Ranch Expands for 2020 Labor Day Weekend September 2 – September 6, 2020

Glasgow, Kentucky (March 9, 2020) – The Sneed Family is excited to announce that the 2020 Gospel Festival at Loretta Lynn’s Ranch is bigger and better! This year’s Gospel Fest to be held in Hurricane Mills, Tenn., will begin on Wednesday and go through an expanded schedule on Sunday. The announcement was made today from The Sneed Family offices in Glasgow, Kent. The annual event attracts visitors from across the nation.

“The support of the fans is what keeps us growing! Those who attend have begun to look forward to returning year after year,” said Jeff Sneed, spokesman for The Sneed Family. The Sneed Family serves as hosts of the Gospel Music Festival.

The Gospel Music Festival at Loretta Lynn’s Ranch will feature family entertainment from beginning to end. Gospel music is scheduled as well as the Classic Car Festival, a Talent Search, a special Camp Meeting and an Arts and Crafts Fair.

“We are thrilled to see so much excitement for this year’s Gospel Music Festival. In planning an event of this size, we want to keep growing,” proclaimed Jeff Sneed.

The traditional Sing-along will be held on Wednesday as a free event. Everyone is invited to play an instrument along with the house band. On Thursday, the Gospel Fest Arts and Crafts show will be open with music from the stage from 2:00 – 9:00 p.m. Thursday’s ticketed music performance will feature vintage Gospel Music including The Inspirations, The New Speer Family, Goodman Revival, Aaron Wilburn, and many more.

With the 2020 Gospel Fest in full swing, comedian Mickey Bell will emcee on Friday from 10:00 – 6:30 p.m. Guests with tickets will enjoy Ernie Haase and Signature Sound, Karen Peck and New River, The Chuck Wagon Gang, The Troy Burns Family, and The Freemans.

Beginning at 7:30 p.m., Evangelist C.T. Townsend will lead a full Camp Meetin’ on the Ranch with no admission charge. Music will feature The Sneed Family and Tony Gore.

Visitors on Saturday will enjoy the Coal Miner’s Car Show. The music from the stage will go from 10:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m. The admission ticket for the day will bring Jeff and Sheri Easter, The Perrys, The Steeles, The Sound, Wilmington Celebration Choir, Johnny Minick and the Steward Brothers, Wade Spencer, and Master Peace Quartet. Tony Gore joins The Sneed Family, as part of the “Like Never Before” Tour. The Sneed Family, as hosts for the weekend, will perform at all programs.

As part of the expanded schedule, Sunday will be a full day of worship and activities. The morning begins with a Chapel Service lead by Brother Billy Moran. The 6th Annual Gospel Fest Talent Search kicks off at noon. Everyone is invited to watch artists compete for a Daywind Records recording package.

“This year’s lineup will be bigger and better with the best of Gospel music. There will be a great mix of Bluegrass, Country, traditional Southern gospel, solid quartet singing and great comedy. The Loretta Lynn Ranch is the perfect location to bring music fans,” Sneed added.

The Gospel Music Festival at the Loretta Lynn Ranch will be held in the pavilion at the ranch campgrounds. “We are honored that the Loretta Lynn Ranch again welcomes the return of Gospel Music,” said Sneed.

For ticket information: www.ticketstorm.com or by calling 866-966-1777.  Craft vendors wanting to participate should call Jeff Sneed at 270-646-0354.

Loretta Lynn’s Ranch is located off I-40 at Exit 143 in Hurricane Mills, TN. Camping is available by reservation. There are also area hotels nearby.

The Sneed Family is a favorite to their fans. They provide an honest worship experience while providing encouragement. Watch for them on stage as well as on television with their production of “Sneed Family Music.” The program is seen in over one million homes each week. The Sneed Family brings music, and interviews from the best in Southern Gospel Music. The show is now available online.

For more information on The Sneed Family, visit sneedfamily.com

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Loretta Lynn Makes Public Appearance at  Gospel Fest at Loretta Lynn’s Ranch  

Loretta Lynn Makes Public Appearance at Gospel Fest at Loretta Lynn’s Ranch

Hurricane Mills, TN (September 8, 2018) – Organizers of the 2018 Gospel Music Festival announce that Loretta Lynn made a surprise visit during the afternoon session on Saturday, September 1, 2018. She welcomed visitors to the ranch and shared her enthusiasm for the Gospel Music Fest.

“Thank you all for coming to the ranch.  We are thrilled to bring Gospel music here for Labor Day weekend.  Next year bring everyone you know to the Gospel Music Fest!” stated Lynn.  “It has always been my dream to see Gospel meet Country, and now the Loretta Lynn Ranch is proud to bring this. music together,” Lynn continued.

This marks one of the first public appearances of Loretta Lynn since a stroke in 2017.  Loretta Lynn, known as The Coal Miner’s Daughter,  graciously welcomed visitors to the Gospel Music Fest.

Sneed Family at Loretta Lynn Ranch

Jeff Sneed of The Sneed Family, hosts of the Gospel Music Festival, made the announcement today from The Sneed Family office.  “We are honored that Loretta has chosen the Gospel Music Festival to appear before her fans.  What a true performer!” proclaimed Sneed.  “This is the magic of having the event at the Ranch., you never know who will drop in!” Sneed added.

Plans for the 2019 Gospel Music Fest at Loretta Lynn Ranch are being formulated.  An announcement of performers and ticketing information will be released soon.

The 2018 Fest featured family entertainment from beginning to end. Gospel music was featured as well as a night of Country music, a Talent Search, a special Sunday morning service and a Craft Fair.

Friday’s schedule included Triumphant Quartet, Jeff and Sheri Easter along with The Easter Brothers, Karen Peck & New River, and the Troy Burns Family.  As a special highlight, The Sneed Family took the stage.

On Saturday, a full day of Gospel Music featured The Perrys, Primitive Quartet, New Ground with Mickey Bell, Tony Gore, High Road, The Steeles, The Freemans, and The Sneed Family. Well-known Country comedian Mike Snider from The Grand Old Opry also appeared.  “Those attending were laughing, singing and inspired from the minute first note is struck from the stage,” stated Sneed.

Shenandoah

The highlight of the weekend was a separate performance by the country music icons, Shenandoah, as part of their 30th Anniversary Tour.  “This is where Gospel meets Country,” said Sneed.  “Folks enjoy two events in one location while enjoying the beauty of the Loretta Lynn Ranch on a holiday weekend,” he continued.

The 2018 Gospel Fest has also added a special Sunday morning chapel service featuring Gospel music’s favorite evangelist, David Ring.  Since 1973, Ring has challenged thousands of people with his signature message – “I have cerebral palsy…  What’s your problem?”

The Gospel Music Festival at the Loretta Lynn Ranch is held annually in the pavilion at the ranch campgrounds.  “We are honored that the Loretta Lynn Ranch would again welcome the return of Gospel Music,” said Sneed.

For the 2019 Gospel Music Fest at Loretta Lynn Ranch, ticket information will be available soon at: www.ticketstorm.com or by calling 866-966-1777.  Craft vendor reservations for 2019 are being taken now by calling 270-646-0354.

Loretta Lynn’s Ranch is located off I-40 at Exit 143 in Hurricane Mills, TN.  Camping is available by reservation.  There are also area hotels nearby.

About The Sneed Family:

The Sneed Family is a favorite to their fans.  They provide an honest worship experience while providing encouragement.

Watch for them on stage as well as on television with their production of “Sneed Family Music”.  The program is seen in over one million homes each week.  The Sneed Family brings music, and interviews from the best in Southern Gospel Music.  The show is now available online.

For more information on The Sneed Family, visit sneedfamily.com

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Gospel Fest at Loretta Lynn Ranch featured on WSM Radio

Gospel Music Festival at Loretta Lynn Ranch

Listen to the program at www.wsmonline.com

Nashville, TN (August 28, 2017) – Organizers of the 2017 Gospel Music Fest at Loretta Lynn Ranch were featured on “Nashville Today” with radio host Devon O’Day today, August 28, 2017, at 4:30 p.m.  The program featured members of The Sneed Family including Jeff Sneed, Amanda and Caleb Cowan.

The Sneed Family traveled to Nashville this morning as featured guest of the Coffee, Country and Cody program this morning.  Bill Cody, host, spent the 7:30-8:00 a.m. slot featuring The Sneed Family music.  The lighthearted interview talked about the upcoming Gospel Music Fest with discussion about guest artists as well as activities around the Loretta Lynn Ranch.  “We are thrilled that WSM Radio is providing this opportunity both this morning and again this afternoon to let folks know about the festival,” said Sneed.

Sneed Family

The Gospel Music Festival will include two full days of music.  Friday’s schedule is set with The Isaacs, Karen Peck & New River, The Freemans, Aaron Wilburn, Wade Spencer, and ventriloquist Geraldine and Ricky.  As a special highlight, The Sneed Family will take the stage.

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On Saturday, The Bowlings, Bowling Sisters, The Perrys, High Road, The Guardians, Aaron Wilburn, Geraldine and Ricky, The Sneed Family and the Villines Trio will perform.  “Those attending will be laughing, singing and inspired from the minute first note is struck from the stage,” stated Sneed.  “This is a lineup that will be the best Gospel music has to offer.  There will be a great mix of Bluegrass Country, traditional Southern Gospel, solid quartet and great comedy,” proclaimed Sneed.

The weekend will culminate with a separate performance on Saturday, September 2, by country music icons, the Van Lear Sisters.  The annual concert includes Crystal Gayle and Peggy Sue.  “This is where Gospel meets Country,” said Sneed.  “Folks can enjoy two events in one location while enjoying the beauty of the Loretta Lynn Ranch on a holiday weekend,” he continued.

The Gospel Music Festival at the Loretta Lynn Ranch will be held in the pavilion at the ranch campgrounds.  “We are honored that the Loretta Lynn Ranch would welcome the return of Gospel Music,” declared Sneed.

For ticket information: www.ticketstorm.comor by calling 866-966-1777.

Loretta Lynn’s Ranch is located off I-40 at Exit 143 in Hurricane Mills, TN.  Camping is available by reservation.  There are also area hotels nearby.

The Sneed Family is a favorite to their fans.  They provide an honest worship experience while providing encouragement.

Watch for them on stage as well as on television with their production of “Sneed Family Music”.  The program is seen in over one million homes each week.  The Sneed Family brings music, and interviews from the best in Southern Gospel Music.  The show is now available online.

For more information on The Sneed Family, visit sneedfamily.com

For more Gospel music news click here.

For the latest issue of SGNScoops Magazine click here.

Please Pray for Loretta Lynn!

According to Loretta Lynn Official Facebook Page,
American country music legend Loretta Lynn was admitted into a hospital in Nashville last night after she suffered a stroke at her home in Hurricane Mills, Tennessee.

She is currently under medical care and is responsive and expected to make a full recovery.

Loretta, who just celebrated her 85th birthday, has been advised by her doctors to stay off the road while she is recuperating. Regrettably, upcoming scheduled shows will be postponed.

For information on when shows will be rescheduled, fans are encouraged to visit LorettaLynn.com.

Please pray for a speedy recovery for this sweet lady.

Sneed Family Presents Loretta Lynn In Kentucky

Sneed Family Presents Loretta Lynn In Kentucky

Glasgow, KY  Award winning Gospel artist, The Sneed Family is excited to bring American Icon and Country Music superstar, Loretta Lynn back to her home state of Kentucky for a special night of music in her first ever appearance in Glasgow. The concert will be held on Friday, July 10th at 7:00 PM CST at the historic Plaza Theatre.

Jeff Sneed and his family group will be opening the night of music with Gospel songs and Loretta Lynn will finish the evening performing most of her greatest hits in Country Music in an intimate setting at the Plaza Theatre downtown. She is known for such hit songs as “Coal Miner’s Daughter”, “You Ain’t Woman Enough”, and “You’re Lookin’ At Country”.

The Sneed Family serves as the host group as well as the producer and promoter of the most unique and exciting event in Gospel Music today, the Loretta Lynn Gospel Music Festival held at the Loretta Lynn Ranch in Hurricane Mills, TN each September. This has turned into an annual event which is in its third year. It started when Loretta expressed a desire to have Gospel music on the ranch and Jeff Sneed was suggested to her as the perfect person to put the weekend event together.

Jeff stated “We are so thankful that an artist of her caliber still loves Gospel music. I have always loved Loretta’s music and the friendship built between our two families has caused me to want Loretta Lynn to share her gift of singing and songwriting with our friends here in Glasgow in her home state.”

Tickets will go on sale for this event May 29th at 8:00 AM CST. Tickets can be purchased at http://www.plaza.org/. With less than 1000 seats this event will be a sell out so do not wait to secure your seat to this special event.

To learn more about the Sneed Family you can go to http://www.sneedfamily.com or https://www.facebook.com/sneedfamily .

To book the Sneed  Family or find out more information about this event contact by E-mail a sneedfamilyoffice@yahoo.com or call the Sneed Office at 270-646-0354

LORETTA LYNN RANCH CELEBRATES SUCCESSFUL 2014 GOSPEL FESTIVAL

The Hoppers perform during the 2014 Loretta Lynn Gospel Festival

Nashville, TN – A good time was had by all as gospel music fans enjoyed the second annual Loretta Lynn Gospel Festival recently. The weekend of September 13-14, 2014 was filled with great gospel music and fellowship as the country legend welcomed people from all part of the United States to her ranch for a most enjoyable weekend.

Loretta Lynn Gospel Festival

Loretta Lynn’s Ranch in Hurricane Mills, TN is the perfect destination for this amazing weekend of Gospel music. The full service RV park features primitive camping, pools, canoeing, paddle boats and more. Guests can also tour Loretta’s plantation home, the Butcher Holler Home Place, and her brand-new 18,000 square foot “Coal Miner’s Daughter” museum.

LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE FOR INAUGURAL LORETTA LYNN GOSPEL MUSIC FESTIVAL SEPTEMBER 28-29, 2013

(Nashville, Tenn.) – A limited number of tickets are still available for the inaugural Loretta Lynn’s Gospel Music Festival set to be held September 28 – 29, 2013 at Loretta Lynn’s Ranch in historic Hurricane Mills, TN. Organizers report the event is nearing SOLD OUT status!

Scheduled to appear during the two-day event are Mark Lowry, The Hoppers, The Isaacs, Karen Peck & New River, Gold City, Rambo-McGuire, The Singing Cookes, The Freemans, Brian Free & Assurance, Michael Combs, Archie Watkins & Smoky Mountain Reunion, and The Sneed Family.
Loretta Lynn will appear on Saturday, September 28, 2013 performing a rare set of Gospel music flavored with some of her biggest hits. The hills will ring with the glorious sounds during the two-day inspirational event as music lovers converge onto the ranch.

For those arriving early on Friday night, September 27, 2013, there will be a special bon-fire and sing-a-long beginning at 8:00 PM.

Loretta Lynn’s Ranch in Hurricane Mills, TN is the perfect destination for this amazing weekend of Gospel music. The full service RV park features primitive camping, pools, canoeing, paddle boats and more. Guests can also tour Loretta’s plantation home, the Butcher Holler Home Place, and her brand-new 18,000 square foot “Coal Miner’s Daughter” museum.

Tickets are on sale now and more information can be found online at LorettaLynn.com or by calling the ranch at 931-296-7700.

LORETTA LYNN RANCH ANNOUNCES TRAIL RIDE POSTPONEMENT

Nashville, TN – Recent occurrences at the Loretta Lynn Ranch in Hurricane Mills, TN – including storm damage and a fire in the commercial kitchen – have forced organizers to postpone the popular Loretta Lynn’s Bi-Annual Trail Ride that was set for September 2-7, 2013.

The trails are currently “under construction” and ranch workers are concerned with the safety of the beloved guests and campers. “I hate to cancel this ride,” said Loretta Lynn. “This is one of my favorite things we do at the ranch but Mother Nature sure dealt us a big blow with the recent storm and then we had the fire and it really set us back. We are trying to make sure everyone is safe and that’s our main concern. We sure hope to have everything back in order soon for more trail rides. I’ve been putting on the big organized trail rides for 30 years now and I ain’t about to stop … we just need a little more time.”

All other events at the Loretta Lynn Ranch – including the weekend Wrangler camp – will proceed as scheduled. Guests  may inquire by calling 931-296-7700. Organizers will announce a new trail ride date as soon as possible.

Legendary Country Music Hall of Fame member Merle Haggard, Country Music sensation Kacey Musgraves and the Queen of Country Music herself, Loretta Lynn, are the next set to take the stage during the weekend of August 31 – September 1, 2013.

Tickets for all concerts and more information on future events is available online at www.LorettaLynn.com.

LORETTA LYNN TO HOST INAUGURAL GOSPEL MUSIC FESTIVAL

Nashville, TN – The hills will ring with the glorious sounds of Gospel music as Loretta Lynn welcomes fans to the inaugural “Loretta Lynn’s Gospel Music Festival” to be held at her Hurricane Mills, TN ranch September 28-29, 2013.

The Country music icon has a well-documented love of Gospel music and has consistently shared music of faith in her concerts and recordings. Now, for the first time, she welcomes the music to her home as the top acts in Gospel music plan to perform during the two-day inspirational event.

“Its kind of like an old-time “all-day singing and dinner on the ground,” says Ms. Lynn. “I got to thinking. I have a big ranch where I live so I decided to throw a good ole Gospel weekend here! I want family and friends to bring a blanket, set up a picnic and then enjoy some of my favorite Gospel music singers! I may even come down and sing a song myself! I hope it will be something we can keep going every year. I already have a big campground and cabins where people can stay. We also have a big stage – we have concerts all summer and have done so since 1974.”

Scheduled to appear during the two-day event are Mark Lowry, The Hoppers, The Isaacs, Karen Peck & New River, Gold City, Rambo-McGuire, The Singing Cookes, The Freemans, Brian Free & Assurance, Michael Combs, Archie Watkins & Smoky Mountain Reunion, and The Sneed Family.

For those arriving early on Friday night, September 27, 2013, there will be a special bon-fire and sing-a-long beginning at 8:00 PM.

“I should have started this years ago,” comments Lynn. “But, it’s never too late – I am inviting everyone to my ranch to have a great ole Gospel time! It’ll be a fun time for the whole family. Speaking of family, I want to thank Jeff Sneed and The Sneed Family for helping me plan and promote this Gospel Music Festival. We sure are looking forward to this special time!”

Loretta Lynn’s Ranch in Hurricane Mills, TN is the perfect destination for this amazing weekend of Gospel music. The full service RV park features primitive camping, pools, canoeing, paddle boats and more. Guests can also tour Loretta’s plantation home, the Butcher Holler Home Place, and her brand-new 18,000 square foot “Coal Miner’s Daughter” museum.

Tickets are on sale now and more information can be found online at LorettaLynn.com or by calling the ranch at 931-296-7700.

SHERRY DAMRON RELEASES WRITING COLLABORATION WITH LEGENDARY LORETTA LYNN.

Sherry Damron of Vadalia, GA has just released “You Ain’t Devil Enough” on iTunes. The song is a rewrite of Loretta Lynn’s “You Ain’t Woman Enough”.