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Jody Brown Indian Family working on new album January 31, 2002
 Press Release:
Recently the Jody Brown Indian Family Band could be found at Crossroads studio working on their latest project. It will include ten songs, five of which are instrumental and five outstanding vocals. The group’s mandolin player and vocalist Stephanie Brown along with her brother, Jeremy, composed two of the instrumentals on the album. The recording also introduces you to the two newest additions of the group, Ashley Brown and David Goodman. Ashley, (Jeremy’s wife) adds her delightful voice to three of the songs, and David adds his rich bass voice along with his skillful guitar playing to round out this well-produced album. The combination of talents between vocal producer Jeff Collins and tracking producer David Johnson along with the group’s strong instrumental and vocal performance make this an album to be looking for. The expected release date is set for the month of April. Pictured in the studio are: (L-R) Jeff Collins, Stephanie Brown, David Goodman, Doug Baker, Jeremy Brown, Ashley Brown, and engineer Jack Mascari.
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Check out the Jody Brown Indian Family website.
James Blackwood Update - Thur. Jan. 31 January 31, 2002
 According to his son Jimmy's website, James is getting worse. In the past week James has developed pneumonis and the doctors have stopped taking his vital signs. Jimmy writes that his father is sedated and today (Thursday, Jan. 31) his breathing has become more rapid and labored. Jimmy writes; "It is not easy to sit here and wait for each breath, not knowing if there will be another one. Please keep my Mother in prayer. This is an extremely difficult time for her. Our time of sadness is no different from thousands of others. We are not seeking your prayers to the extent that we would want you to neglect prayer for the needs of other friends with equally pressing needs. Let's just stand together with the body of Christ for needs of our brothers and sisters in the Lord. God is able to meet them all." Updates are viewable at Jimmy Blackwood site
Crabb Family reaches 10th number one song January 29, 2002
BEAVER DAM, KY. "The Reason That I'm Standing" marks the tenth number one song for the Crabb Family. From their first number one song, "Please Forgive Me," in 1998, the Crabb Family and Mike Bowling have continually added songs to their list of chart-toppers, according to Singing News Magazine, US Gospel News, and even Christian Country charts.
All 10 of the Crabb Family's number one songs were written by group member and founder, Gerald Crabb. "The Reason That I'm Standing" was co-written by Gerald's "writing buddy" Aaron Wilburn, and "Thank God For The Preacher" was co-written by Gerald's son Jason. This recent number one is actually the 11th for songwriter Gerald Crabb. He also wrote "Not Even A Stone," which was number one for the Perrys several years ago.
In addition to his number one honors, several Gerald Crabb songs were on the list for this year's Dove Award nominees. Mike Bowling's "Thank God For The Preacher" was nominated for Country Gospel Recorded Song of the Year. Gerald also wrote Wade Sepncer's "Just A Prayer Away, "which is nominated for Bluegrass Gospel Recorded Song of the Year.
Greater Vision appears on the Mark Lowery Show January 25, 2002
Trio of the Year, Greater Vision, recently made a special guest appearance on the Mark Lowry Show in Nashville, TN. The group Gerald, Jason and Rodney discussed their latest project, Live At First Baptist Atlanta, with the award-winning comedian and performed an a cappella number and Gerald shared an interesting story about his songwriting. Greater Vision and Mark enjoyed stories and coffee while filming the show.
The Mark Lowry Show has only been in existence for a couple of weeks, but has included notable guests such as Stan Mitchell, BeBe Winans and Russ Taff. The Mark Lowry Show is available to fans world wide on the Internet at www.marklowry.com.
Live At First Baptist Atlanta was released January 22, 2002 and distributed by Word Entertainment and New Day Christian Distributors to stores nationwide.
For more information on Greater Vision visit www.greatervisionmusic.com
James Blackwood health update - Friday January 25th January 25, 2002
Friday, Jan. 25 a.m.
There has been no major change in James Blackwoods condition according to his sons, Jimmy Blackwoods, web site. He continues to be hospitalized and the doctors are doing all they can at this time. According to Jimmy, if there is no improvement in his fathers condition, they may take him home next Friday. The family continues to ask for your prayers. James is the only living member of the original Blackwood Brothers Quartet. Frequent daily updates can be read at the Jimmy Blackwoods Ministry web site: http://www.jimmyblackwood.org/superintendent.htm
Nominees for Dove Awards announced January 25, 2002
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- January 23, 2002 -- The Dove Award nominations were announced today by last year's Dove winners Third Day (Group and Artist of the Year), Nicole C. Mullen (Songwriter of the Year) and Nichole Nordeman (Female Vocalist of the Year). They joined Gospel Music Association (GMA) President Frank Breeden at the Frist Center for Visual Arts in Nashville, Tenn. for the event. The 33rd Annual Dove Awards will be held on April 25th at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, Tenn. Christian music artists, songwriters and record labels were honored with nominations in 41 categories. Following is a list of nominations of interest to Southern Gospel Music fans. For a complete list of all nominations, visit the Dove Awards web site within the Gospel Music Association site: http://www.doveawards.com/categories/
**Male Vocalist of the Year**
David Phelps (with Gaither Vocal Band)
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**Southern Gospel Recorded Song of the Year**
"Day Three"; Day Three; Lord Song; Jerry Salley; Daywind
"He’s Watching Me"; I Do Believe; Gaither Vocal Band; Tina Sadler; Spring Hill
"The Blood Cried Out"; Never Alone; Ernie Haase; Jeff Steele, Amy Keefer; Daywind
"The Truth Is"; A Taste Of Grace; Karen Peck & New River; John Darin Rowsey; Spring Hill
"There’ll Come A Day"; Lovin’ This Livin’ For The Lord; Brian Free and Assurance; Jeff Steele, Cindi Ballard; Daywind
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**Bluegrass Recorded Song of the Year**
"Above and Beyond"; So Fine; Lewis Family; Gene Pistilli, Billy Davis; Thoroughbred
"Face To Face With Amazing Grace"; The Chigger Hill Boys & Terri; The Chigger Hill Boys & Terri; Mike Richards, Rodney Lay, JR.; Matorlick
"Just A Prayer Away"; Grass Covered Tracks; Wade Spencer; Gerald Crabb; Model
"Thank You, Lord, For Your Blessings On Me"; By Request, Their Greatest Hits; Easter Brothers; Russell Easter, James Easter, Edd Easter; Thoroughbred
"The Lamb Is Within"; Pocket Full of Seeds; Standing Tall; Billy Fields; Independent
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**Country Recorded Song of the Year**
"Come Spring"; The Gift; Jessica King; Reba Rambo; Journey
"Goin’ Away Party"; Ordinary Day; Jeff & Sheri Easter; Bruce Haynes; Spring Hill
"I See"; Day Three; Lord Song; Joe Johnston, Kim Patton Johnston; Daywind
"Thank God For The Preacher"; The Call; Mike Bowling; Gerald Crabb, Jason Crabb; Family
"Will The Circle Be Unbroken"; Dave Moody; Dave Moody, Traditional; Lamon
"Write Your Name Across My Heart"; From The Heart; The Oak Ridge Boys; Randy VanWarmer, Tony Harrell; Spring Hill
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**Southern Gospel Album of the Year**
"Day Three"; Lord Song; Wayne Haun, Eddie Howard; Daywind
"Encore"; Old Friends Quartet; Bill Gaither, Wesley Pritchard, Ben Speer; Spring House
"Glory Mountain"; The Greenes; Tim Greene; New Haven
"No Distractions"; CrossWay; Garry Jones, Michael Sykes, Bill Gaither; Spring Hill
"Pressed Down, Shaken Together, Running Over"; Gold City; Mark Trammell; Daywind
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**Country Album of the Year**
"From The Heart"; The Oak Ridge Boys; Michael Sykes, Duane Allen; Spring Hill
"God Is Love: The Gospel Sessions"; Ann-Margret, James Blackwood, The Jordanaires, The Light Crust Doughboys; Art Greenhaw; Art Greenhaw
"Inspired"; Lulu Roman; Wayne Haun, Mark Giguere; Hendrix
"It Feels Like Christmas Again"; Jeff & Sheri Easter; Michael Sykes; Spring Hill
"My Gospel Hymnal"; Susie Luchsinger; Billy Aerts; New Haven
Southern Gospel Music Association all day singing Jubilee coming in June January 14, 2002
Sevierville, TN - Take Me Out To The Ball Park! The Southern Gospel Music Association (SGMA) is gearing up for an all day singing Jubilee on June 24, 2002 from 2:00 pm until 10:00 pm at the Smokies Baseball Park.
Artists to perform at this benefit concert include The Arnolds, The Crabb Family, The Dixie Melody Boys, Dove Brothers Quartet, The Florida Boys, Dr. Jerry Goff, Gold City, Greater Vision, The Inspirations, Karen Peck & New River, The Kingdom Heirs, The Lesters, Hank Locklin, Tim & Mary Alice Lovelace, Palmetto State Quartet, Poet Voices, The Primitives, Dottie Rambo, Kirk Talley, Tony Gore & Majesty, and The Wilburns. "We (SGMA) feel blessed to be able to provide Southern Gospel Music fans with such an exciting and entertaining all day event," said Heather Campbell, SGMA Executive Director.
The proceeds from the event will go to help support the Southern Gospel Music Hall of Fame and Museum, which is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization. The capacity and unique atmosphere of the stadium will provide the opportunity for the SGMA to host its largest fund raising event ever. "We are very excited about the opportunity for the stadium to host such a large event," said Stadium Marketing Director, Dennis Snider.
Tickets for this event range from $20 - $50, depending upon seating and will go on sale January 15, 2002. For further information on the event, contact the SGMA at 800-684-7462.
James Blackwood update January 14, 2002
Sunday, Jan. 13: James Blackwood is still hospitalized suffering pain and nausea steming from a heart attack he suffered back on December 14th. Family sources report Sunday James had another bad day with severe nausea as well as he being unable to eat or drink anything. The latest CT scan results are expected Monday January 14th. The family continues to ask for your prayers. James is the only living member of the original Blackwood Brothers Quartet. Frequent daily updates can be read at the Jimmy Blackwoods Ministry web site: http://www.jimmyblackwood.org/superintendent.htm
Crabb Family asks for your prayers January 14, 2002
BEAVER DAM, KY- The Crabb Family songs still ring amidst a few unexpected setbacks. Kathy Crabb's sister, Anneta Fields, who is also the Crabb Family's office manager, recently suffered a series of strokes. Although Anneta is home and recovering, her health condition has caused her to no longer be able to work in the Crabb Family's office. She will still remain active in the Crabb Family's ministry while taking a much-needed rest.
Just as the Crabb Family office kicks into overtime to see that everything is under control, Kathy Crabb has suffered a minor injury. An accidental fall in her home has left Kathy with a broken leg. Doctors are still determining the extent of Kathy's recovery process. She is scheduled to undergo surgery early next week. The toughest part of this situation is trying to convince Kathy that she needs to take a break from the road for recovery. Although Kathy will be slowed down physically for a few weeks, she is still going strong. Family members report that she has not missed a phone call. No doubt, new ideas for the Crabb Family will develop during her recovery.
The Crabb Family asks that you remember them in your prayers. Get well cards may be sent to: P.O. Box 227 Beaver Dam, KY 42320.
Mark Lowery Announces -'The Mark Lowery Show' January 4, 2002
(The Mark Lowry Internet Newsletter) The Mark Lowry Show is on the Web! If you'd like to hear Stan Mitchell (Associate pastor of Christ Church and my Sunday School teacher) and me answer some of your Biblical questions, this is the show for you. We're going to be doing this once a week, as our schedules permit. It was a lot of fun. I answered first, then he corrected me. (He's the Sunday School teacher, you know).
Stan came over to the house and we recorded it on my laptop. I uploaded it last night before I went to bed.
You can listen to The Mark Lowry Show on the web by going here: http://www.marklowry.com/rambling_01_2002.html
You must have RealPlayer to hear the show, but RealPlayer is FREE. You can find it here, http://www.real.com (You've got to scroll down their webpage to find the FREE VERSION because they try to sell you their premium version, but the FREE RealPlayer is at the bottom of the page.)
2002 Grammy Nominations Announced For Best Gospel Album January 4, 2002
Nominees for the 2002 Grammy Awards were announced on Jan. 4 at a press conference at the Beverly Hilton hotel in Beverly Hills, California. The 44th Annual GRAMMY Awards will take place on Feb. 27 at Staples Center in Los Angeles.
Southern Gospel music is grouped along with Country and Bluegrass Gospel and nominations in the category of Best Southern, Country or Bluegrass Gospel Album the nominations are:
1. God Is Love: The Gospel Sessions
Ann-Margret & Jordanaires, The Light Crust Doughboys With James
Blackwood
2. Bill & Gloria Gaither Present a Billy Graham Music Homecoming
3. Two Old Friends
Merle Haggard & Albert E. Brumley, Jr.
4. From The Heart
Oak Ridge Boys
5. Inspirational Journey
Randy Travis
James Blackwood In Serious Condition January 4, 2002
James Blackwood, member of the original Blackwood Brothers and known across this nation as "Mr. Gospel Music", suffered a stroke back on December 14th and on Sunday December 23 was taken to Methodist Hospital in Memphis. The family reports he has been experiencing extreme paid in his head. The doctors think there may be a tear somewhere in the area of the stroke in the cerebellum. An arteriogram might find the source of the trouble but the test itself could cause another stroke. Any surgery would also pose that same risk of another stroke. The family asks you to keep James and his wife Mim in your prayers.
Recent updates are posted at: http://www.jimmyblackwood.org/superintendent.htm
James began singing with his family when he was only 15. The original Blackwood Brothers consisted of James, his brothers Roy and Doyle, and his nephew R.W. Through the years, the popularity and influence of Southern Gospel Music grew, in large part because of the efforts and ministry of James.
James has been nominated for a Grammy Award for 28 consecutive years—a record for consecutive nominations in all fields of music. He has received 9 Grammy Awards, 7 Dove Awards, Four Singing News fan awards, and was inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame in 1974 and Southern Gospel Music Hall of Fame in 1996. He was voted the best gospel singer of the 20th century. James has sung in the White House for several U.S. Presidents and has ministered in many nations around the world. He has sold over 20 million records during his years of ministry in song. This past year, James returned to his native Mississippi to be inducted in the Mississippi Musicians Hall of Fame together with his brothers Roy and Doyle.
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