Today's News

Joel Wood New Mark Trammell Trio Tenor

Twenty nine year old Joel Wood from Phenix City, AL, formerly with the Daybreak Quartet, has been chosen as the new tenor for Mark Trammell Trio. Joel is married to Melissa and has four boys, Tyler, 10, Brayden, 7, Jaxon, 3, and Cameron, 9 months. Joel's first official date will be July 10 in Sikes, LA.

"We believe that this is God's man for the next chapter in the ministry of the Mark Trammell Trio. Joel, we are glad you're here!" stated Mark Trammell Trio Website

Steve Ladd Speaks On This Week In Gospel Music

Mickey talks with Steve Ladd for his first interview as a former Gold City member. Steve shares in detail why he left GC and also makes an announcement about his career that will have him going outside of the country. Our featured artist this week is Amber Thompson with The Nelons while our "Where Are They Now" segment features a former Kingsmen/Palmetto State/Dixie Echoes member. All this plus a whole lot of fun on this edition of “This Week in Gospel Music.”

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Songwriter, Marty Funderburk, Receives Multiple Honors

Hendersonville, TN (July 2, 2009) - Daywind Music Publishing songwriter, Marty Funderburk, was recently honored at a special gathering to celebrate a number of tremendous accomplishments in his journey as a great songwriter. These honors included the #1 song for June 2009, “Life Goes On” recorded by the Talley Trio and the commemoration of Daywind Music Publishing's first choir releases in partnership with LifeWay Worship, which were written by Marty Funderburk and Gina Boe, “Life Goes On” and “We Sing, Jesus Christ.” Most significantly, Funderburk was honored with the Daywind Music Publishing Impact Award.

The Daywind Music Publishing Impact Award is the company’s highest honor. The award is presented to individuals whose contribution was transformative and instrumental in the growth and development of Daywind Music Publishing. Funderburk was Daywind's first Director of Publishing. He has been with the company 12 years. He just recently completed his 500th song in the Daywind catalog. He has more than 50 songs published in choral format and distributed to churches nationally. He is a key writer as the company continues to develop its relationship with LifeWay Worship.

As is evident, this Dove nominated songwriter has a vast amount of achievements to his credit. In addition to his recent #1 song, he has written a number of Singing News charting songs. He celebrated another #1 previously with the song “Forever Changed.” His print music successes continue to grow. Additionally, he is a talented studio producer and is actively involved in producing for many independent artists who utilize Daywind Studios for their custom recordings. Still in all, his heart is evident in the desire to point those honors to Christ.

Funderburk recently renewed his publishing agreement with Daywind and expressed his belief in the company. He shared, “There are few people who get to do what they truly love for a living. I am among those blessed few. Daywind has allowed me to carve out a career in songwriting that I could never have imagined, and never have achieved, apart from their investment in my life and my dreams. Any success that I've had, or will ever have, I owe to the visionary leadership of this wonderful company.”

“A professional songwriter combines a natural talent with craftsmanship to create songs that impact the listener. Marty Funderburk is the consummate professional writer,” shares Rick Shelton, Director of Daywind Music Publishing. “It is a joy and a privilege to serve such a gifted songwriter. There is a high level of excellence in every song he pens. We are thrilled to recognize Marty with well deserved honor for these achievements.”

Daywind Music Publishing represents these exclusive songwriters: Gerald Crabb, Marty Funderburk, Marcia Henry, Ronny Hinson, Sheri LaFontaine, Kyla Rowland, Justin Rivers, John Darin Rowsey, Jeff Steele, Ben Storie, Dianne Wilkinson, Daryl Williams, and Gina Vera.

To learn more about Daywind Music Publishing, contact Rick Shelton at (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

Daywind Music Publishing Celebrates BMI Awards

Hendersonville, TN (July 2, 2009) - Daywind Music Publishing recently celebrated two BMI airplay awards at the annual BMI Christian Music Awards held in Nashville, TN. The songs were “Last Night,” written by Marcia Henry (Christian Taylor Music/Marcia Henry Music) and recorded by Karen Peck and New River (Daywind Records), and “I've Been Changed” written by Earl Galloway and Jeff Steele (Christian Taylor Music/OSMR Songs/Sunset Gallery Music), and recorded by Legacy Five (Daywind Records).

The evening included great music, a wonderful dinner, and honoring the songwriters behind these powerful songs. Both Daywind Music Publishing songs were recognized for receiving a high amount of airplay on Christian stations across the country.

“Receiving the prestigious BMI award is a particularly special recognition because it is indicative of the impact these songs have made through radio airplay,” states Rick Shelton, Director of Daywind Music Publishing. “Thanks to BMI for recognizing the contribution of Southern Gospel Music and congratulations to Daywind staff writers, Jeff Steele and Marcia Henry, for penning songs that have connected so well with the radio audience.”

Daywind Music Publishing represents these exclusive songwriters: Gerald Crabb, Marty Funderburk, Marcia Henry, Ronny Hinson, Sheri LaFontaine, Kyla Rowland, Justin Rivers, John Darin Rowsey, Jeff Steele, Ben Storie, Dianne Wilkinson, Daryl Williams, and Gina Vera.

Christian Taylor Music is the BMI affiliated catalog of Daywind Music Publishing. For more information, contact Rick Shelton at (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

The Pfeifers On The Week’s Gospel Greats Radio Program

Lancaster, PA - Popular, multi-talented musical group, The Pfeifers will be the featured artist on this week’s “The Gospel Greats” program. The highly successful, weekly, syndicated Southern Gospel radio program airs on nearly 200 stations throughout the United States and Canada, as well as XM Radio, Sirius Radio and the world wide web.

The program’s multi-award winning host, Paul Heil visits with members of The Pfeifers and plays songs from the group’s current recording, Carry The Banner. Among the songs featured on this week’s Gospel Greats will be The Pfeifers’ latest radio release, “He Still Does It All,” which recently became the group’s latest Top 40 release, according to The Singing News Magazine, Southern Gospel Music’s leading fan and trade publication. During this week’s Gospel Greats, The Pfeifers explain the touching significance of the title of their latest recording and the very personal song from which it’s taken.

This weekend The Pfeifers will join Legacy Five and Greater Vision in hosting Freedom Celebration 2009 at the Hyatt Regency in Reston, VA. The event, which will take place Friday and Saturday, July 3 and 4, will also feature popular comedian, Dennis Swanberg and a special guest appearance on Friday evening by Colonel Oliver North.

To obtain a complete listing of stations which carry The Gospel Greats, visit http://www.thegospelgreats.com . Visit http://www.pfeifers.com for more exciting news from The Pfeifers and information regarding this weekend’s Freedom Celebration may also be obtained online at http://www.celebratefreedomindc.com

Bradys Help With Slain Officers Benefit

HEADLAND, ALABAMA: Recently The Bradys, Big “Mo”, Cricket Lee, and others promoted and participated in a benefit gospel concert to help with expenses of a local slain police officer killed in the line of duty, and another officer left in critical condition. The home church of The Bradys and Big “Mo”, Landmark Church in Headland, AL, spearheaded the event which turned out to be a very successful venture. Keith Brady states, “We were all so proud to give back to the community for such a worthy cause!”

Steve Wilson and the Wilson’s Sign With Rick Hendrix Company

The Rick Hendrix Company and Steve Wilson & The Wilsons are proud to announce their recent radio promotions and marketing agreement. Rick Hendrix Company will be promoting to Southern Gospel radio the groups new single "Apple of His Eye".

"I have always loved this song and family. I am a true fan of a Ronnie Hinson song and Steve Wilson & the Wilson's sing this song amazing," stated Rick Hendrix. Their last single 'There Ain't Nothin Broke' reached the national charts for several months and gained airplay on Fox News during Hurricane Katrina coverage. I feel with a group like this we can make some strong territories and build their ministries base even stronger across the nation. We will be helping build their music through print and radio outlets," stated Hendrix.

The new single is from the groups project entitled "The Cause"

For more information visit http://www.rickhendrix.com or http://www.stevewilsonandthewilsons.com