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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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August 15, 2008

Jacksonville, Florida is the home of NuTestament.  Their new single is titled Workin’ 4 Jesus.  Check out this song at Florida Gospel Quartets.  Look for the full CD release soon. 

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August 1, 2008

Reggie Funderburke's new CD is scheduled to be released on August 19, 2008.  It is titled I Found In Him A Friend.  If you like The Soul Stirrers, The Gospel Drifters or just good gospel music, you will really like this CD. 

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August 1, 2008

We enter the month of August mourning the death of another legend in gospel quartet, Margaret “Babe” Allison. We encourage you to continue to pray for her family. With her passing, the new CD Touch Me Again is sure to become a collector’s item.  It represents that last recording by an exceptional lady in gospel music.

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July 30, 2008

It is with much sadness that we report the passing of the Legendary Margaret Babe Allison Founder and lead singer of the world renown The Angelic Gospel Singers.  Another giant in gospel music has answered the call.  She will live on in our memories and through her music.   

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July 26, 2008

The New Gospel Keynotes are once again in the news. Minister Teddy Cross has announced that Jeffrey Newberry is back with the group. Many remember Jeff as the baritone singing with Willie Neal Johnson and The Gospel Keynotes. His version of Rise Again is on every fan of the Keynotes’ shortlist for favorite song of the group. With Larry McGowain, the Talley Brothers, and now Jeff, Minister Cross is slowly putting together a group that will eventually bring back that ole Gospel Keynotes’ style to gospel music. Minister Cross also reports that the group is working in a new CD. It should be released during in 2009.

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July 21, 2008

Remember Perry Taft?  Well Minister Perry Taft has sung with The Gospel Keynotes, Tommy Ellison and The Singing Stars, Darrell McFadden and The Fantastic Disciples, and most recently with Bill Pinkney and The Gospel Drifters.  He has organized his own group – Perry Taft and Company.  He is working on a CD to be released in September.  The single from the project, which is being played on several radio stations, is titled "Born Again."  We understand that Joe Ligon, Darrell McFadden, Reggie Funderburke, and Keith “Wonderboy” Johnson will be lending their vocal talents to this project.

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July 18, 2008

It is with much sadness that we report the passing of the Michael Cook of The Mighty Clouds of Joy.

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July 15, 2008

There are some old and new recordings that, although you may not be familiar with them, deserve your attention.  Solid Rock’s Live In Michigan is an awesome CD.  These guys are a hidden treasure.  The label that signs them will not be disappointed.  The Sensationals are from Cedartown, GA.  Their new CD is titled Closer To Home.  If you remember "Resting Beyond The Sky" by The Five Singing Sons of North, you’ll really appreciate The Sensationals’ "Resting In My Home."  If you want the best of Luther Barnes, Bishop F. C. Barnes, The Sunset Jubilaries, and The Red Budd Gospel Choir then pick up the CD and DVD of The Barnes Family Reunion II.

Bishop J. D. Means, Sr. is now on the Low Rush Music label.  His new CD is titled Something Good Is Coming Out of This.  In deed, there are nine good songs on this CD.  Endurance's new release is I’ve Got A Home.  The song "Old Fashioned Church" will probably get the most airplay. 

They have been called the Gospel Midgets, The Joy Boyz and just referred to as Donnie and Darryl.  Well their new CD Pressing On is labeled Donnie, Darryl & The Joy Boyz.  If you have ever seen them in concert you know they bring a lot of energy to the stage.  With this project, you get the energy and they minister to you.  Anthony Harrison & Ordered By God's CD Decent & In Order has been out for sometime, but if you have not heard it – find it.  This CD should be in every gospel quartet fan’s collection.  Listen closely to "Brick by Brick."

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July 10, 2008

The Racy Brothers’ new Live recording should be released by MCG Records in September 2008. Lee Williams can be heard, once again, on the song "Touch Me."

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July 7, 2008

A Soul Stirring Reunion is the title of the Legendary Soul Stirrers' upcoming release.  The project is being released by MALACO Records.  The personnel for this historic recording are Leroy Crume, Arthur Crume, Willie Rogers, Luther Gamble, Eddie Huffman and Floyd Taylor. The CD should be released in September.

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July 3, 2008

Karen Washington & The New Singing Stars have released a new CD titled He’s A Wonder.  Eric Sharper is the producer and together they have delivered a very impressive CD.  There are eleven (11) songs on this project.

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July 1, 2008

The Sensational Nightingales new CD is exceptional.  It is full of original records that are all biblically based.  This has got to be one of the best projects to be released by this extraordinary group.  The CD is simply titled – The Gales. Pick up a copy and then listen to "Apart From The Vine."  This song will surely have you reflecting on your relationship with our Lord and Savior.

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July 1, 2008

The Marable Twins & Company are working on their newest release entitled The Message Continues.  This will be their sophomore project and it is sure to bless the masses.  The Twins predict that this recording will take them to a new level in the gospel quartet industry.  This has been a great year this far for the group.  They were selected to be a part of the Keith "Wonderboy" Johnson presents The Rising Stars of Quartet Volume 1.  They also were the 2008 Exclesisa Showcase's winners. 

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July 1, 2008

In the first six months of this year the gospel quartet genre has experienced many highs and, yes, some lows. Many of the giants of this genre have answer the call and made the transition to the Other Shore.  There has been much illness among us.  Yet, the first six months of 2008 has also been full of much joy.  Joy in the fact that groups are still touring and spreading the Word in song.  Joy, in that new projects are making it to the marketplace.  Joy, in that many independent projects are sharing the national stage with projects from major label.

It is our prayer that the groups and artists that makeup this genre continue to remember the reason why they sing. And that, they go into the next six months committed more than ever to bringing souls to Christ.  After all, we should never forget the reason why this music is so important to people who are suffering, hurting and searching.
 

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To purchase any of the projects below, just click on the CD cover of the project you desire.   

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