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As we continue to thank God for
allowing us to see another year let us remember to pray for the entire
gospel music industry. It is the prayer of Gloryland Gospel that each
and every artist presented throughout this year, and who continue to
proclaim the Word of our Lord and Savior in song, will sincerely seek
God in every action throughout the year. Below you will find
the latest in Gospel Quartet Industry News.
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June 16, 2013
Musical Tribute to Father's Day -
Gloryland Gospel Radio.
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June 12, 2013
Ms. Donna Creer and her husband
Donald Creer died on today, Wednesday, June 12, 2013, in Little Rock, Arkansas.
Ms. Creer served the gospel industry in numerous capacities. She
previously served as Executive Vice-President of the Gospel Announcers Guild of
GMWA, The Coordinator for the Quartet Division of GMWA, Former President of
Arkansas Gospel Announcers Guild, Committee Member and Script Writer for the
Stellar Awards Radio Awards. For more information and arrangements visit
Quartet Central Message Board.
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June 1, 2013
June has been label as Black Music Month. This is the month the nation
has set aside to place emphasis on the history, artistry and culture of Black
Music. Well, for those that visit this site you know that, here, each month we
celebrate the history, artistry and culture of traditional gospel quartet music.
We do, however, encourage each of you to take the time this month and tell a
young person about the gospel quartet genre. If you do, you will be aiding in
ensuring that the rich history of gospel quartet music is embraced by the next
generation.
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May 18, 2013
Each Tuesday night Gospel Quartet
fans get together online to "Let's Talk Gospel." The organization recently
released a 2-CD project on independent artists. Some of the artists on
this project are
Determined,
Kenra Smith,
Lil Joe & ReFuge,
Rev. R. L. Bush,
Darrell McFadden & The
Disciples, and
Perry Parker & Jubilaires.
There are thirty-two (32) songs on the project. All parts of the country
are represented on the project.
Listen to the CDs at
Gloryland Gospel Quartet Radio and
Gloryland Gospel Radio.
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May 16, 2013
Just received the CD by
The Gospel Impressions
of Lewiston, NC.
The release is titled I've Got A Mansion. If you do not
obtain a copy of this CD, you are depriving yourself of some great traditional
gospel music. With songs like "Bound For That Land," "Give
The Lord Praise," and "Tour The Holy City," this group
deserves to be in heavy rotation across the country.
Listen to the CD at
Gloryland Gospel Quartet Radio and
Gloryland Gospel Radio.
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May 1, 2013
May will be another exciting month for gospel quartet fans. There are many
gospel quartet events occurring around the country this month. There are a
series of Mother's Day programs scheduled for the Mother's Day Weekend. In
addition to these events, many groups around the country are celebrating their
anniversary this month. There is no shortage of activities for those desiring to
attend a Gospel Quartet song service this month.
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April 15, 2013
Quartet Gospel fans in and around
Chadbourn/Whiteville, North Carolina, are familiar with radio station WVOE
1590 AM. The station has been broadcasting gospel quartet music for over fifty
(50) years. In fact, on Sunday, April 28, 2013, the station will celebrate their
51st year of broadcasting with a Festival Of Gospel Songs featuring
The Sensational
Nightingales. We
invite you to reach out and thank WVOE for their steadfast dedication to this
genre by calling (910) 654-5621 or by email
wvoe1590radio@yahoo.com.
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April 12, 2013
The new release by
Joe Ligon & The Mighty Clouds Of Joy,
All That I Am Chapter 1, will be released on Tuesday, April 30,
2013. The project is the first half of the LIVE recording by the Clouds from the
concert in October 2012.
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April 11, 2013
Jeff Patterson & Company's
newesy CD is titled Back Again. This is another outstanding CD
that was produced by Ray Braswell, Jr. for Raymarkable Music. The new CD can be
heard during the
New Music
Broadcast at Gloryland
Gospel
Quartet Radio.
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April 9, 2013
Gloryland Gospel Managing Partner,
J. Smalls, will take part in the Let's Talk Gospel telephone conference forum on
Tuesday, April 9, 2013, at 9:00 PM. To join the forum, dial 712-432-0900,
code #307394.
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April 7, 2013
The Allen Family with 7-4 Christ of
LIberty MS new CD is
titled The Battered Woman's Prayer. The project was released by
Sharp Records. The CD can be heard during the
New Music
Broadcast at Gloryland
Gospel
Quartet Radio.
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April 6, 2013
Ricky McDuffie & The Family
new CD is titled He Keeps Making A Way. You might remember
this group as Lil' Ricky &
The Mighty Golden Stars.
The new CD can be heard during the New Music Broadcast at Gloryland Gospel
Quartet Radio.
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April 4, 2013
The New Sounds Of Joy
of Homestead, Florida, most recently
released CD is titled Love By God. Look out for the song Burning
House. This one will get your attention.
Listen to the CD at
Gloryland Gospel Quartet Radio and
Gloryland Gospel Radio.
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April 3, 2013
Remember
The Gospelaires?
Well, most of the original members have transitioned to the Other Shore.
However, Bill Allen is faithful in keeping the group's unique sound as part of
today's gospel quartet music. The group's most recent CD is titled
If You Don't Want To Go. The group is currently known as
Bill Allen And The Gospelaires.
The entire CD can be heard during
the New Music Broadcast at Gloryland Gospel Quartet Radio.
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April 1, 2013
From all indications, April is going
to be an exciting month for gospel quartet music. Concerts are scheduled
all over the country. And, many "local and regional" groups are releasing
new music this month.
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March 29, 2013
The Gospel 5 of Hamilton, NC, has
released a great CD - Cover Me. This is not the group's first recording.
However, it is (and should considered) one of their best.
Listen to the CD at
Gloryland Gospel Quartet Radio beginning April
1, 2013.
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March 26, 2013
The single by
Thomas Wright
is titled "No More Problem." This song was written certainly
for a time like this - in which we live. The single can be heard during
the New Music Broadcast at Gloryland Gospel Quartet Radio.
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March 21, 2013
Low Rush Music's artist
The New Joyful Sounds
will be celebrating their 24th Anniversary with a LIVE recording on Saturday,
April 6, 2013, in Selma, Alabama. Thomas W. Holman, Sr., of
The Gospel Imperials
is scheduled to be one of the guest artist on the recording.
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March 11, 2013
On Sunday, March 10, 2013,
The Williams Singers
of Indianapolis, Indiana, ministered in song at during the morning services at
Stephen Full Gospel Baptist Church, 5600 Read Boulevard, New Orleans, LA, as the
guest of Minster Teddy
Cross.
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March 9, 2013
Gloryland Gospel will provide a
special
Easter Sunday Radio Broadcast on Sunday, March
31, 2013. The broadcast will feature music by gospel quartet artists with a
common theme relating to the celebration of Easter.
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March 4, 2013
On Saturday, March 9, 2013,
The Fantastic Violinaires of
Detroit, MI, will be in
concert in Richmond, VA. The concert will be the group's first live
recording since returning to the MALACO label. Also recording that night
will be the legendary Brooklyn All-Stars and The Golden Wings Quartet of Tupelo,
MS.
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March 1, 2013
One of the major events for gospel
quartet music enthusiasts happens this month. We speak of the Block Buster
Showdown Gold Cup Award. For a list of the groups scheduled to perform at
this highly anticipate event check out the front page of Gloryland Gospel.
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March 1, 2013
As we enter March 2007, we pause to
reflect on those of this genre that have transitioned Home already this hear -
And, we are only 2 months into 2013. Just take a look at the obituary
section of
Quartet Central Message Board.
So, let your music help prepare the
listeners for that journey. Always edify God with your music. And let the
music speak to those that are lost, troubled or not sure what road to take.
Gospel Quartet Music is a vehicle that should be used to drive folks to Christ
not away from our Lord and Savior. We encourage you to remember this as you
minister in song during this month. And for those that are listeners and not
singers, hear the Good News in the songs.
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February 21, 2013
Brother Donovan Adams, CEO of 4
Clouds Music, is planning a conference for Quartets, Upcoming Artists and
Industry Personnel this year in Philadelphia, PA. He's encouraging the Gospel
Quartet Industry to get involved in this event. Look out for more information
about the conference soon here at Gloryland Gospel Industry News Page. Brother
Adams can be reached at 267-297-6570; and by email
4cloudsrecords@gmail.com.
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February 18, 2013
Looking for a CD to help you
celebrate Black History month? Look no further than The Legends Remembered
by Thomas Rhyant, Jr.
Minister Rhyant is a member of The Fantastic Violinaires of Detroit, MI.
However, he has released several solo projects. His most recent project
pays tribute to some of the exceptional voices (current and former) of this
genre. Check out the posting at
Gloryland Gospel Blog. Listen to the new
this entire month CD at
Gloryland Gospel Radio.
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February 13, 2013
One of the hidden treasurers of this
genre is the group The
Sensational Harmonizers
of Dallas, Texas. These guys are the real deal. Their new CD,
Striving, ain't nothing but the truth outstanding gospel quartet
music. Listen to the new CD at
Gloryland Gospel Quartet Radio and
Gloryland Gospel Radio.
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February 8, 2013
The legendary Roscoe Robinson has a
new group - Roscoe
Robinson & The Birmingham Blind Boys.
Listen to their new single, Shine On Me, during the New Music
broadcast at Gloryland Gospel Quartet Radio.
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February 1, 2013
February is sure to be another great month for gospel quartet music. Several
groups are scheduled to release new projects this month. Also, one of the
major events this month will be the Family Fest in Albany, GA.
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February 1, 2013
February is the month set aside to formally celebrate Black History. Most fans
of traditional gospel quartet music actually celebrate Black History every time
they play their favorite recording from the past. During this month, take the
opportunity to share this aspect of Black History with someone. Tell them about
the richness of this music. Tell them about the trails and tribulations the
gospel quartet singers from the past had to endure to keep this music alive.
Tell them how The Caravans,
The Swanee Quintet,
The Salem Travelers,
The Dixie Hummingbirds,
The Gospelaires,
The Pilgrim Travelers,
The Swan Silvertones,
The Victory Travelers,
Clara Ward,
The Gospel Harmonettes,
and so many others, paved the way for the gospel artists of today. Dont miss
an opportunity to talk about the History. And, for the groups and singers that
will be performing (ministering) this month, why not incorporate a song or two
from the pioneers of Gospel Quartet Music into your performance
(service). What a great way to educate (or at least enlighten) your audience.
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January 27, 2013
Evelyn Turrentine-Agee's
new CD titled Born To Worship is scheduled to be released on
Tuesday, February 19, 2013. The CD should be available at
Amazon
and other online outlets.
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January 11, 2013
Gloryland Gospel
Breaking News Exclusive!!!
Today, MALACO Music Group signed the
legendary
Fantastic Violinaires
to a record deal. The group is back with the label on which they released
many chart topping albums in the 80's. Check out the group's signing by
visiting their Facebook page. The link is on their
website. Look for a live recording from
the group later this year.
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January 6, 2013
Rev. Charles McLean, of The Gospel
Keynotes and The Gospelaires, died today in Atlanta, Georgia. For updates
on arrangements, visit
Quartet Central Message Board.
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January 3, 2013
Once again, the All Gospel Quartet
broadcast was well received by listeners all over the world. We look forward to
airing the ALL Gospel Quartet Music Christmas broadcast again during the 2013
Christmas Season. So, if your group has a holiday song or plan to record one
this year, send it to us for the next All Gospel Quartet Christmas Music
Broadcast.
The Top 20 songs, as rated by the listeners from around the world, from the 2012
broadcast were:
1. Go Tell In On The Mountain
The Staples Singers
Got Tell It On The Mountain
2. Silent Night Bill
Pinkney & The Gospel Drifters
Merry Christmas
3. Celebrate Jesus The
New Joyful Sounds
Celebrate Jesus
4. Give Love On Christmas
The Temptations Give
Love At Christmas
5. When Was Jesus Born
Rev. Troy Jackson With Brothers & Sisters
Its That Time Of Year
6. How Sweet The Name
Doc McKenzie & The Hi-Lites
How Sweet The Name
7. Say A Prayer For Christmas
The Jackson Southernaires
Malaco Records Presents Gospel Christmas
8. Christmas Miracle The
Mighty Golden Bells The
Mighty Golden Bells
9. Go Tell It On The Mountain
The Sensational Nightingales
A Nightingales Christmas
10. Its That Time Of Year
Rev. Troy Jackson With Brothers & Sisters
Its That Time Of Year
11. The Christmas Spirit In The Air
Bill Moss And The Celestials
Malaco Recrods Presenst Gospel At Christmas
12. Love Is The Greatest Gift Of All
The Evereadys
The Evereadys
13. Rise Up Shepherd The
Gospel Keynotes
Christmas With The Gospel Keynotes
14. Ill Be Home For Christmas
The Pilgrim Travelers
The Pilgrim Travelers
15. Noel The Capital
City Five Only A Look
16. Hes Not A Baby Anymore
Rev. Troy Jackson With Brothers &
Sisters Its That Time
Of Year
17. Glory To The Newborn King
The Angelic Gospel Singers
The Angelic Gospel Singers
18. Angels We Have Heard On High
Aretha Franklin
This Christmas
19. In The Bleak Midwinter Christmas
The Blind Boys Of Alabama
Go Tell It On The Mountain
20. He Gave Me What I Wanted
Darrell McFadden And The Disciples
A Very DMD Christmas
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January 1, 2013
January is the month of the
American Gospel Quartet Convention. For
traditional gospel music lovers, this is the Convention to attend. The focus of
this Convention is solely on gospel quartet music. So, consider attending the
Convention in Birmingham, Alabama, January 23 - 26, 2013.
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January 1, 2013
Two Thousand Eleven is here. We
thank God for allowing us to see this New Year. And, it is our continued prayer
that it is a blessed year for all.
Two Thousand Twelve was another year of 'ups and downs' in this genre. Many
saints transitioned into eternal rest last year. See the video at
Gloryland Gospel Blog.
There were many concerts featuring gospel quartet singers during 2012. If you
viewed the calendar of some of the major artists of the genre during 2012, you
noticed that they were singing somewhere almost every weekend. And, there were
countless anniversaries, banquets, and gathering featuring local and regional
gospel quartet singers.
Many gospel quartet groups released new CDs, and in some instances DVDs, last
year. Just take a look at Gloryland Gospel's Top 20 Chart. Major labels, small
labels and independents ensured that there was a continuous supply of new gospel
quartet music throughout the year.
Overall, 2012 was a good year for gospel quartet music. And, we look for greater
and better things to come from this genre during 2013.
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January 1, 2013
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
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Upcoming Releases
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CD Title |
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1. The Violinaires |
Groovin' With
Jesus |
May 15, 2012 |
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Jewell & Converted |
For Real |
June 05, 2012 |
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Roy &
Revelation |
Thank You |
June 05, 2012 |
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4.
Tammy Edwards
& The Edwards Sisters |
On The Right
Road |
June 05, 2012 |
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5. The Soul Messengerz |
Grace & Mercy |
June 05, 2012 |
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6. Doc McKenzie &
The Hi-Lites |
Blessed |
June 10, 2012 |
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7. Tim Rogers & The Fellas |
Real |
June 19, 2012 |
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8. Debra Snipes & The Angels |
Give God All
His Praise |
July 31, 2012 |
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9. Debra Snipes & The Angels |
Seek Jesus |
July 31, 2012 |
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10. Debra Snipes & The Angels |
So Many Times
The Lord Made A Way For Me |
July 31, 2012 |
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11. Ecko Records |
Gospel Quartet
Mix 1 |
September 18, 2012 |
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DVD Title |
Release Date
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1. Rance Allen Group |
Live Experience II |
January 25, 2011
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2. Various Artists |
Wow Gospel 2011 |
February 1, 2011
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3. The Joy Boyz |
Stand Tall In The
Lord |
February 15, 2011 |
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4. The Sensational Nightingales |
Not Until He Calls
Me Home |
February 15, 2011 |
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5. The Jackson Sisters |
I've Tried Jesus |
February 15, 2011 |
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6.
Mahalia Jackson |
Sings: Collectors
Edition |
September 27, 2011 |
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