Ron and R.W. Blackwood, Jr. receive “LIVING LEGENDS AWARD”
July 3, 2008
Pigeon Forge, Tennessee - To attain legendary status, by definition, one must have accomplished something “remarkable enough to be famous.” According to the Nashville based Music City Gospel Showcase and FAITH magazine, Ron and R.W. Blackwood, Jr. of the Blackwood Morning Show in Pigeon Forge have reached that height.
The honor came as a surprise to the brothers, who were waiting backstage at the Grand Convention Center Saturday night. Don and Donna Frost, the father-daughter team at the helm of Music City Gospel Showcase, had carefully arranged to surprise Ron and R.W. The two, along with the rest of The Blackwoods were awaiting their introduction to perform when Frost introduced a never-before seen clip of R W Blackwood, Sr. singing “I Want to be More Like Jesus.” As the beautiful voice of their father filled the auditorium, the Blackwoods were moved to tears. When Frost announced that the Living Legends Award for 2008 had been awarded to the “second generation of Blackwood Brothers: Ron and R.W., Jr.,” those standing nearby had to literally push Ron on stage accept the award! Stunned and honored, R.W. and Ron each thanked God for
allowing them to do what they love doing, and also graciously thanked the Frosts.
Ron and R.W. Blackwood, Jr. are the sons of Gospel music icon, R W Blackwood, Sr. Their father was one of the founding members of the legendary Blackwood Brothers Quartet. In 1954, R.W. Blackwood, Sr.’s life was taken in a horrible plane crash. Ron and R.W., Jr. were 13 and 11 respectively at the time of the crash. Ron founded his own rendition of the original group, the “Blackwood Quartet.” R.W. Jr. has made his mark on the music industry since the 1960’s with the “Blackwood Singers.” The two brothers reunited in the Smoky Mountains in 2001 to honor their father and the legacy he left them.
The newly named Living Legends, surrounded by a cast of singers, comedians, and ventriloquists can be enjoyed six mornings a week at the Blackwood Morning Show at the Black Bear Jamboree Theater in
Pigeon Forge. A delicious breakfast is served Tuesday through Sunday at 9:30 am, and the exciting show follows. Reservations are recommended. Call (865) 908-SHOW for tickets.
Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver To Be Featured On Grand Ole Opry
June 20, 2008
Nashville, TN - Multi-talented recording artist, Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver will be featured on the stage of the renown Grand Ole Opry on Friday, June 20. The popular musical group is expected to perform songs from their Crossroads Entertainment Help Is On The Way recording, which features the group’s current Top 10 single by the same title that is presently playing at radio stations nationwide.
Signature Sound Releases Vintage Recording
June 20, 2008
Nashville, TN - In conjunction with the highly anticipated summer concert tour, Ernie Haase & Signature Sound has released a brand new recording,, which takes the popular quartet and fans back to the roots of Gospel Music. The vintage quartet stylings which were popularized by the legendary quartets of the 1950s have been brought back to life through the latest release from Ernie Haase & Signature Sound. Appropriately entitled Influenced, the recording captures the pure essence and simplicity of the four-part harmony that blazed the trail for so many talented quartets. Read more
DAILEY & VINCENT REACH #1 ON BILLBOARD’S TOP BLUEGRASS ALBUMS CHART WITH SELF-TITLED DEBUT
June 20, 2008
NASHVILLE, TENN. (June 16, 2008)— Dailey & Vincent, the acclaimed new duo on Rounder Records, have reached the #1 spot on the Billboard Top Bluegrass Albums chart with their self-titled debut, for the Soundscan week ending June 8 (issue date June 21). They also make their debut on Billboard’s country albums chart at #57. Read more
Mercy’s Well Begins Work On Debut Christmas Recording
June 19, 2008
Nashville, TN - Multi-talented vocal group, Mercy’s Well has begun work on a brand new recording, set to be released in the Fall of 2008. The recording is being produced by veteran Mercy’s Well producer Donna Beauvais, and will be available nationwide in time for the Christmas season.
The recording will mark the trio’s first Christmas recording and will feature the group’s rich vocals, accompanied by pianist Tim Akers, who’s long list of credits includes Rascal Flatts, SHeDAISY and LeAnn Rimes.
Special Concert June 28th
June 19, 2008
CALL 918-247-6838 for tickets & information
Saturday June 28 - 7:00 pm
HIGH SCHOOL AUDITORIUM - Sapulpa, Oklahoma
JEFF & SHERI EASTER, MITCHEL JON, INHERITANCE,
and SPECIAL GUEST EMCEE LeANNE TAYLOR
Eighth Day Welcomes Dave Mann As New Vocalist
June 19, 2008
SPARTANBURG, SC – Eighth Day is proud to announce the addition of Dave Mann as the group’s new baritone vocalist.
Dave is a native of Gaylord, Michigan where he resides with his wife Jael and their one year old son Jack. Dave is a former member of the Kitsons where he sang with his wife and brother-in-law, Jacob Kitson (the recently hired tenor for Greater Vision).
Scott Robinson of Eighth Day said, “Looking for a new vocalist is always a bit exhausting. We are excited that we found Dave. He’s a very talented vocalist, and we look forward to a long future with him.”
Dave and his family will be soon relocating to Spartanburg, South Carolina where Eighth Day is located.
Eighth Day is preparing for their new recording, which will release later this summer. The group is still taking demos for a piano player. All demos and applications should be forwarded to Scott Robinson. You can email Scott at scott@eighthdaymusic.com.
Brad Moreland Unveils New Website
June 19, 2008
Starkville, MS – Up and coming Southern Gospel solo artist, Brad Moreland, is pleased to announce the unveiling of his brand new, fully-updated website. The new site went live just a few days ago.
“I’m really excited about the new look of the site. It has a very modern look with several new features including a media page where you can listen to clips from my new CD This Is The Walk as well as view several performances on video, including some clips of my earlier years in southern gospel,” says Brad. The site also features an in-depth look at Brad’s ministry including a bio, a photo album featuring concert photos as well as pictures of Brad with other southern gospel artists, and much more.
Brad’s brand new recording – This is the Walk has just recently been released and features special background vocals from Nicole Watts Jenkins (The Perrys). Nicole also lends her voice to a moving duet of the Twila LaBar penned tune “I’ll Take Jesus.” Dedra Henry of The Shadrix Trio and Trent Adams of Hope’s Journey lent their annointed talents with background vocals while Brad was joined by one of his favorite artists, Kanah Dunaway Lovern of The Dunaways, on a powerful duet “In All Of His Glory.” The project is full of songs by some of the top writers in southern gospel including Chris Binion, Marty Funderburk, Twila LaBar, Kyla Rowland, plus a brand new song by Dianne Wilkinson.
ALLISON LYNN RELEASES DEBUT SINGLE WITH RADIOACTIVE AIRPLAY
June 6, 2008
ALLISON LYNN RELEASES DEBUT SINGLE WITH RADIOACTIVE AIRPLAY
Celebrating Release with Free Concert
NASHVILLE, TN (Press Release) - June 4, 2008 - Allison Lynn has released her new single, “Shepherd of the Hills,” through Radioactive Airplay. Read more
Oliver North Stops By Legacy Five’s Celebration
June 6, 2008
Hendersonville, TN (June 3, 2008) – Daywind recording artist, Legacy Five’s, Celebration, held on Memorial Day weekend, turned into an extraordinary treat when best-selling author, Lieutenant Colonel Oliver North, (Iran Contra Figure) made a surprise visit. North spoke to over 2,000 attendees with heart and passion as he shared some insight about his new book, which is on the New York Times best sellers list, America Heroes.
Scott Fowler of Legacy Five had this to say about that special moment during the event. “What an honor it was to have Col. North at our Memorial Day event to help us celebrate the memory and sacrifice of our service men and women. Col. North did a great job of reminding everyone in attendance that we are so blessed as a nation to have great citizens and a great God. We are indeed a blessed nation. Thank you Col. North for reminding us of this fact.”
Also appearing with Legacy Five and Oliver North were Greater Vision, Janet Pascal, Dr. Charles Stanley, Voices of Lee, The Pfeifers, Ken Davis, and others.
