Artist: Joanne Cash & Johnny Cash Song: When He Comes CD: Gospel Genre: southgospel Label:ACME Music Group Homepage
With twenty-six historic recordings under her belt, the acclaimed autobiography My Fears Are Gone, continuous concert appearances and lineage to one of music’s most famous families, Joanne Cash has countless tales to tell.
But more than artistic accolades, her slew of collaborations with brother Johnny Cash and having spent several years working at the historic House of Cash hit making factory, the singer/songwriter extraordinaire is driven by a deeper sense of eternal purpose, despite times of trial and seasons of straying.
“My main purpose in this music is to win the lost and uplift the downtrodden, Cash says of her brand new career-spanning compilation Gospel. “I don’t think we have much time left before Christ comes again and I want to be everything I can be for Jesus. I’ve seen so many people try and build their kingdom in music, but I don’t worry about any of that earthly gain. When you let God do it, that’s when the real effectiveness happens.”
On of the last tracks Joanne and Johnny ever recorded together was “When He Comes,” which is highlighted by Joanne’s sweet disposition and Johnny’s weakening but inspiring voice that signifies a genuine, holy-spirit directed moment.
“I’m amazed that at my age I still want to sing, but it’s like therapy for me,” she summarizes. “I’d say 2003 was one of the hardest years of my life since we lost four family members - our oldest sister Louise, June, Johnny and June’s daughter Rosie- but it’s like a prayer that lifts me up and it rests me when I’m tired. Johnny always helped me remember that and he was constantly encouraging. But there was one short phrase from Johnny that’s always stuck with me and it’s one I’ll continue for as long as I’m here: ‘Baby, just keep on singing!’”
CONTACT: Publicity Brian Mayes - Nashville Publicity Group 5016 Spedale Ct., Suite 394 Spring Hill, TN 37174
Artist: Ebony & Ivory (Janice Brown & Monte Stephens) Song: Alive and Well CD: Alive and Well Genre: southgospel Label:Freedom Records Homepage
Ebony & Ivory (Janice Brown & Monte Stephens)
Under the direction of Gerri Dee, producer fro Freedom Records, two voices from two music genres, were made one! Echoing from the past, Janice brown once again returns to the studio and steps into the gospel recording scene.
Brown made history in 1983, becoming the first black gospel group to go gold! The recording, "Rough Side Of The Mountain" with F.C.Barnes shot them to the top. Monte Stephens labeled "The Godfather of Christian Country Music", with three number one songs, six international Top 20 hits and seven time Grammy contender complete Ebony & Ivory.
Dee said, "With the guiding of the Holy Spirit, my goal was not to bring two powerful voices together, but two anointed God-called ministers at the miek together to reach souls for His Kingdom! Gerri Dee reached the goal and then some! Alive and Well is a musical experience like I have never witnessed."
Those who have heard Alive & Well are making all kinds of predictions of the future of this album. Forget all of that! Sit down at a quiet time, uninterupted by anything in the world. Let the music take you into a heavenly place with Jesus Christ. For this purpose only was this recording done!
Freedom Records, PO Box 332936, Murfreesboro, TN 37133 615-995-4636
Artist: Melanie Bomar Song: River Of Jordan CD: Neither Slave Nor Free Genre: inspo/southern gospel Label:4th And State Music Homepage
ADDING TO INSPO and SOUTHERN GOSPEL Formats!
Melanie Bomar is a rootsy-contemporary-folk-rock-influenced-singer-songwriter who grew up in Virginia, where she began playing piano and drums at a young age. Moving to Nashville in her college years she picked up the guitar before relocating to Los Angeles, where her voice has been heard on various TV shows including "Extra!" and “The Oprah Winfrey Show.” She has composed music for commercials and television including "Ellen," "TMZ," “Tyra,” and "Celebrity Justice.”
In 2002 judges including Gillian Welch and Jim Lauderdale awarded Melanie second place in the Chris Austin Songwriting Contest at the Merlefest Roots Music Festival in Wilkesboro, North Carolina for her song “Room Enough to Love.” That same year she and Scott B. Bomar released a duo album called “Maladies of Love” which Village Records called a “heady brew of folk, country and some pop with a lyrical emphasis…edgy with some great hooks.”
Additionally, Melanie has been honored by the John Lennon Songwriting Contest, Jewel’s Soul City Music Competition, and has received the ASCAP Plus award for writers whose works have “a unique prestige value.” In 2004 she joined The Buzzards, featuring legendary guitarist Will Ray, before finally starting work on her debut solo release, “Neither Slave Nor Free” with co-producers Marty Rifkin (Tom Petty, Bruce Springsteen, Fastball, Shawn Mullins, Elton John) and Rex Paul Schnelle (Merle Haggard, Waylon Jennings, Jon Bon Jovi).
Melanie has performed what “Rootstown” magazine calls her “well-crafted roots music” at the Los Angeles Circle of Songs showcase, Hollywood’s Western Beat showcase, Nashville’s historic Bluebird Café, Billy Block’s nationally syndicated radio show, and Los Angeles-area venues like Molly Malone’s, Genghis Cohen, The Gig, The Knitting Factory, McCabe’s Guitar Shop, Universal City Walk, Highland Grounds, Viva Cantina, and The Spot in Culver City, California, where she and Scott hold a monthly “First Friday” residency.
Artist: Kris Miller Song: Be A Light CD: The Journey Home Genre: southgospel Label:Independent Homepage
BIO:
Kris was born in Long Beach, California and brought up in a Jewish household. Throughout her life, her one desire has been to serve Our Father in Heaven and sing praises to Him.
When she was 17, she met a group of men and women who were called to live the life of Christ on the road in faith. They traveled like the disciples 2000 years ago, with a bedroll, tote sack, and in their bare feet, dressed in white robes. They were totally dependant on God to supply their daily needs and gave their lives to helping others.
Kris began a pilgrimage to know God, which took her all over the world. Through this experience came her songs of joy and a daily walk with God, which she is happy to share, fulfilling her dream to help heal the world with song.
After many years of being on the road she now lives in Hemet, California where she started her own business specializing in Living Trusts and Senior Care. She is devoted to giving seniors the respect and honest service they deserve.
The local chamber of commerce, her church, and her acquaintances have recognized her as one of the outstanding members of the community for the constant service she does for others.
In between all this is her music ministry, which is changing people’s lives. Her first CD, Alive and Well, was entered into the GRAMMY® process and has received multiple honors from the music industry. She has won numerous songwriting awards because the messages in her lyrics touch so deeply in the heart. Her songs are being played on radio stations all over the world bringing hope and comfort.
Kris also leads the acappella choir Pure Righteousness. They perform at prisons, in churches, nursing homes and on radio and TV. Her love for God overflows to all those around her. She is truly an inspiration to all who know her.
Artist: Monte Stephens Song: When He Was On The Cross CD: Time Genre: southgospel Label:Freedom Records Homepage
FREEDOM RECORDS P. O. Box 5572 Maryville, TN 37802
Monte Stephens was given Grammy consideration for ... Best New Artist of the Year! (Category 4) Gospel Song of the Year "Crying" (Category 52) Gospel Album of the Year (Category 55)
Although Monte's efforts did not achieve final nomination ... Monte is humbled and sincerely appreciates the Academy's attention!
The Godfather of Christian Country Music MONTE STEPHENS BIO
THE GHOST IS BACK! After a ten-year absence from the studio, Stephens is releasing his new album "TIME". His 1994 "OUT OF HIS SIDE" album gave him TWO .. 1 hits and six songs made the international TOP 20. Nominated for "Album Of The Year" "Songwriter and Veteran Vocalist Of The Year" and won the "Horizon Award" and disappeared once again from the music scenic. Now the ghost is back!
With the recording of "TIME", many in the music industry say it is Stephens' best to date. Nashville engineer Ken Isham who has over 30 years experience at the mixing board said, "after this project was completed, I would find myself getting out of bed at night and going to the studio and listening to it again. In my view it's one of those recordings that wins awards." Freedom Records producer Gerri' Dee said, "looking at the world of music through Monte's windshield is a challenge, but I was blessed to be apart of the creative process."
Called the "Godfather of Christian country music", Stephens has been writing and performing his country style of gospel music three decades before the Christian Country Music Association was formed in Nashville.
"TIME" has been in the making for three years, picking songs Stephens has written over a four-decade span of time. Monte also chose a couple of songs written by two dear friends, Sammy Ammons and D. Royce Baird, both of which have had gold and platinum ink flow from their pens. Know to include on his recordings a gospel classic, Monte chose Ronnie Hinson's "When He Was On The Cross." Hinson upon hearing Monte's vocal performance of his classic said, "I loved his vocal phrasing, Monte truly made the song his own. Quoting the remarks of others about one of gospel music's "unique stylists" is totally insufficient.
The album "TIME" must be heard, to experience the spiritual journey through music Monte will take you. I walked away with the feeling "what a ride."
Freedom Records: Publicist Ron Lewis For Booking Information: Write P.O.Box 5572 Maryville, Tn. 37802
Artist: Monte Stephens Song: Crying CD: Time Genre: southgospel Label:Freedom Records Homepage
FREEDOM RECORDS P. O. Box 5572 Maryville, TN 37802
Monte Stephens was given Grammy consideration for ... Best New Artist of the Year! (Category 4) Gospel Song of the Year "Crying" (Category 52) Gospel Album of the Year (Category 55)
Although Monte's efforts did not achieve final nomination ... Monte is humbled and sincerely appreciates the Academy's attention!
The Godfather of Christian Country Music MONTE STEPHENS BIO
THE GHOST IS BACK! After a ten-year absence from the studio, Stephens is releasing his new album "TIME". His 1994 "OUT OF HIS SIDE" album gave him TWO .. 1 hits and six songs made the international TOP 20. Nominated for "Album Of The Year" "Songwriter and Veteran Vocalist Of The Year" and won the "Horizon Award" and disappeared once again from the music scenic. Now the ghost is back!
With the recording of "TIME", many in the music industry say it is Stephens' best to date. Nashville engineer Ken Isham who has over 30 years experience at the mixing board said, "after this project was completed, I would find myself getting out of bed at night and going to the studio and listening to it again. In my view it's one of those recordings that wins awards." Freedom Records producer Gerri' Dee said, "looking at the world of music through Monte's windshield is a challenge, but I was blessed to be apart of the creative process."
Called the "Godfather of Christian country music", Stephens has been writing and performing his country style of gospel music three decades before the Christian Country Music Association was formed in Nashville.
"TIME" has been in the making for three years, picking songs Stephens has written over a four-decade span of time. Monte also chose a couple of songs written by two dear friends, Sammy Ammons and D. Royce Baird, both of which have had gold and platinum ink flow from their pens. Know to include on his recordings a gospel classic, Monte chose Ronnie Hinson's "When He Was On The Cross." Hinson upon hearing Monte's vocal performance of his classic said, "I loved his vocal phrasing, Monte truly made the song his own. Quoting the remarks of others about one of gospel music's "unique stylists" is totally insufficient.
The album "TIME" must be heard, to experience the spiritual journey through music Monte will take you. I walked away with the feeling "what a ride."
Freedom Records: Publicist Ron Lewis For Booking Information: Write P.O.Box 5572 Maryville, Tn. 37802
Artist: Joanne Cash Song: Softly and Tenderly (Featuring Johnny Cash) CD: Gospel Genre: Southern Gospel Label:ACME Music Group Homepage
With twenty-six historic recordings under her belt, the acclaimed autobiography My Fears Are Gone, continuous concert appearances and lineage to one of music’s most famous families, Joanne Cash has countless tales to tell.
But more than artistic accolades, her slew of collaborations with brother Johnny Cash and having spent several years working at the historic House of Cash hit making factory, the singer/songwriter extraordinaire is driven by a deeper sense of eternal purpose, despite times of trial and seasons of straying.
“My main purpose in this music is to win the lost and uplift the downtrodden, Cash says of her brand new career-spanning compilation Gospel. “I don’t think we have much time left before Christ comes again and I want to be everything I can be for Jesus. I’ve seen so many people try and build their kingdom in music, but I don’t worry about any of that earthly gain. When you let God do it, that’s when the real effectiveness happens.”
On of the last tracks Joanne and Johnny ever recorded together was “Softly and Tenderly,” which is highlighted by Joanne’s sweet disposition and Johnny’s weakening but inspiring voice that signifies a genuine, holy-spirit directed moment.
“I’m amazed that at my age I still want to sing, but it’s like therapy for me,” she summarizes. “I’d say 2003 was one of the hardest years of my life since we lost four family members - our oldest sister Louise, June, Johnny and June’s daughter Rosie- but it’s like a prayer that lifts me up and it rests me when I’m tired. Johnny always helped me remember that and he was constantly encouraging. But there was one short phrase from Johnny that’s always stuck with me and it’s one I’ll continue for as long as I’m here: ‘Baby, just keep on singing!’”
CONTACT: Publicity Brian Mayes - Nashville Publicity Group 5016 Spedale Ct., Suite 394 Spring Hill, TN 37174
Artist: Judith Baker Song: Don't Cry For Me CD: In Spirit and Truth Genre: southgospel Label:Independent Homepage
What do you get when you mix Sandi Patty, Mariah Carey and Mahalia Jackson? With a four and a half octave range and a powerful voice in Christian music, Judith Baker is the real deal. This bi-racial, ex-Jehovah’s Witness belts out her heart felt original lyrics and you will know she is about her Father’s business. You will find yourself on a spiritual rollercoaster ride spanning Gospel, Praise & Worship, Southern Gospel and a little bit of Rock! With her amazing range and diverse background, Judith takes you through the soft hushes of a lullaby in her duet “Mama”s Song” to the commanding vocals of her rocky “Steadfast.” She has a unique God given gift that spans generations, denominations, genres, and octaves!
