Dec 23
Nobody loves Christmas music like gospel music fans, and no one sings Christmas music as well as gospel music artists. Down through the years, there have been tremendous contributions to the sounds of the season by the genre’s finest artists. The following are my five personal favorite Christmas recordings. I’d love to hear from you …
Nov 08
In this Gaither-ized edition of Quick Hits, we’ll examine three albums recently released by artists who have long been a part of the Homecoming roster. Enjoy! A Tribute to the Songs of Bill and Gloria Gaither (Booth Brothers) Gaither songs, with their often-intricate melodies, fit the Booth Brothers like a glove, and this release …
Sep 19
I covered my highlights of the evening concerts from last week, but some of the best music I heard was during the day at various showcases. Here are some of the highlights of things I saw in the mornings and afternoons! Gaither Vocal Band Reunion – Thursday Afternoon It was a treat to see …
Sep 15
Yesterday was a very long day at National Quartet Convention, starting off nice and early with a chapel service with music by the Mark Trammell Quartet and Greater Vision, and a sermon by Mark. We also caught the Gaither Homecoming showcase and the NQC Awards, so we had already had our cup filled before the …
Sep 11
As of this writing, it’s about 24 hours until I depart for my first National Quartet Convention. NQC 2012 is already in full swing, and I feel as if I’m arriving late. But Wednesday night will find me in Freedom Hall, enjoying the greatest music on earth. Here’s what I’m most looking forward to this …
Jan 12
Release Year: 1999 Album Rank for Group: #1 of 7 Here’s a blurb: My favorite Gaither Vocal Band recording to date is packed with high-flying vocals and exciting arrangements performed by one of the most dynamic lineups in the history of southern gospel. Any Gaither work is going to set the standard for production quality, …
Dec 15
Release Year: 2000 Album Rank for Group: #2 of 7 Here’s a blurb: The Gaither Vocal Band’s third and final studio album with the Phelps/Penrod/Lowry lineup was a blockbuster. The are 14 tracks, covering a range of styles from golden era southern gospel to modern country and more. Its strongest contributions are my personal favorite …
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