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Gaither Homecoming Videos
Certified Gold By RIAA |
 When
a handful of gospel music pioneers gathered in a Nashville
studio in 1991 to lay down tracks for one Gaither Vocal Band
song, "Where Could I Go," there was little indication of what
would follow. Seventeen years later, gospel legend Bill
Gaither's sentimental gesture continues to touch such a
responsive chord in his audience that of the 125 Gaither
Homecoming titles in circulation, 113 have attained gold,
platinum or multi-platinum RIAA certification as of June 30,
2008. Of those titles, 49 are gold, 59 are platinum and five are
multi-platinum.
Among the newest titles to be certified gold are the two hymns
projects taped at the Grand Ole Opry House: Amazing Grace and
How Great Thou Art; two projects by Ernie Haase and Signature
Sound: Get Away Jordan and Together, a joint project with the
Gaither Vocal Band; and The Best of Anthony Burger.
"I never cease to be filled with gratitude and humility that
these videos have ministered to the lives of so many fellow
pilgrims," Bill Gaither reflected. "I simply wanted to sing a
song with so many of my musical heroes--Jake Hess, Howard and
Vestal Goodman, the Speer Family, George Younce and Glen Payne
and some others who were entering the twilight of their careers.
But God wasn't through with them yet, and He used the Homecoming
stage to introduce their music to a new generation of music
lovers. What a blessing that has been!"
The newest Gaither DVDs, A Country Bluegrass Homecoming Volumes
1 and 2 will be released August 19th. |
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Sheri Easter Health Update |
 According
to the Easters website, Sheri Easter stated, "Today, I received
some of the best news I’ve had in a month! I met with my
oncologist and from all of the bone scans, CT scans and
echocardiograms—everything came back clear—no tumors, no
metastasizing, no visible signs of cancer anywhere in my body.
Praise the Lord! Thank you to everyone who has prayed, called
and sent cards, may God bless you with the same love you’ve
shown to me."
Sheri goes on to say that she will be undergoing chemotherapy as
a measure to prevent cancer recurrences. She further adds,
"Please keep the prayers going as you well know, chemo can take
its toll on a body. I haven’t missed any of my dates except the
week of surgery and I hope to be strong enough to continue to
travel full time. My aunt traveled with the Lewis Family during
her treatments and has been a huge encouragement to me
throughout this battle. I’m wise enough to know cancer nor its
treatments are easy, but I choose to believe that God is
faithful and I am determined to do everything I can to stay
strong and healthy during this process."
BSA/Beckie Simmons Agency stated that Sheri Easter is still on
the road full time! "This is amazing since Sheri had surgery
last month for breast cancer. Her recovery time is nothing less
than a miracle. Just two weeks ago, Sheri, along with Jeff, flew
to Winnepeg, Manatoba,Canada. What a weekend...they traveled by
commercial plane, a chartered plane, a pickup truck, and then a
rowboat (yes, we said rowboat!) to deliver her message in song!
Now, that is what we would label miraculous..."Something to
shout about"!
Beckie Simmons adds that Sheri plans to be on the bus every
weekend and has no plans to miss any dates. She wants to be out
there delivering her message and enjoying her life on the road
with her family and friends. And, that's "something to shout
about"! |
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Mike Pillow “My Ministry
Is Not Over” |
Cards, prayers, and thoughts came from literally all over the
country in late June when Mike Pillow suffered a near fatal
motorcycle accident.
Throughout an incredible journey God is continuing to bring Mike
towards a complete recovery.
"I have no doubt, that prayer is why I'm alive today," says
Mike. He continues , "I also know that I'm here today because my
ministry is not over!"
With a career spanning over two decades, Mike has been known
throughout the Christian music industry for his integrity and
skill as producer, engineer, and musician.
"Throughout this entire ordeal God has been faithful," shares
Rhonda Pillow, who is also Lamp 's Vice-president. She
continues, "The outpouring of support from our staff, artists,
and individuals has also been overwhelming! Thank God for the
family of God!"
For more information:
http://www.lampmusic.com |
Rod Burton Hopes Songs
Will
Challenge and Encourage |
 Rod
Burton recently released his brand new recording – Walking In the
Light. When asked about the projects tunes.. Burton says:
“The songs on this recording speak from a
heart that has walked in darkness. They speak from a soul that has found
itself lost and away from God but by His grace has been restored and is now
able to walk in His great light and love. I pray that the messages contained
in these songs will challenge and encourage you to know that no matter how
dark your path becomes, He is faithful to lead you through."
Walking In the Light features songs written by Larry Petree, Tim &
Lana Chandler, Sylvia Green, Rich Adkins, Michael Frost,
and others.
visit:
www.rodburtonmusic.com
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