Innholdsfortegnelse for November 2025 i Gospel Music Roadshow

The Psalmist wrote in Psalm 136:1. “O give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever.” Thousands of years have passed since the Psalmist put pen to parchment, yet a similar theme has resounded through the generations. When the children of God lift up their voice in thanksgiving - it is often done through music. Gospel music is also a reflection of that. Whether a song is a lyric of triumph or a lyric of hope during times of pain, each melody is designed to direct our focus back to God. In a nutshell, Gospel music shows us what it is like to live gratitude in motion. And over time, these anthems and ballads are passed down through the generations as testimonies of what…

November 2002. I had just become the pianist for Jackie and Elaine Wilburn of The Wilburns in March of 2001. As a matter of fact, I had just started my journey in the ministry of Gospel Music at that time. Contrary to popular belief, The Wilburns had a few configurations. The most common question I get is: “Were you there when Tony Gore and Jonathan were there?” I was in middle school when Tony Gore and Jonathan were there, and I didn’t know that there was this “genre” of Gospel Music. The other “sure-fire” comment I receive about my tenure with The Wilburns is: “I remember seeing you when you were ‘this high’ with them!” With all due respect, no. No, you don’t. That was Jonathan’s son, Jordan. If you…

IF YOU HAD TO EAT ONE FOOD FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE, WHAT WOULD IT BE? Mashed potatoes and gravy. DO YOU KNOW ANY TONGUE TWISTERS? Not even going to try! WHAT IS SOMETHING YOU NEVER LEAVE HOME WITHOUT? My cell phone. IF YOU HAD A CLONE, WHAT WOULD YOU HAVE THE CLONE DO? It would take care of my car. WHAT MAKES YOU CRINGE? Somebody chewing with their mouth open. WHICH OF YOUR FIVE SENSES WOULD YOU KEEP IF YOU COULD ONLY KEEP ONE AND WHY? I would say sight. I would want to make sure I knew what was around me at all times. HOW MANY LANGUAGES CAN YOU SAY HELLO IN? One. You know what? English and West Virginia hillbilly! WHAT IS ONE THING YOU WILL…

For those of us north of the 49th parallel, bringing Southern Gospel music to Canadian soil is both a passion and a mission. Through our ministry, Faith Family Concerts, my sister Sue and I have made it our goal to share the joy, hope, and heart of Gospel music with audiences across Western Canada. This past September, we were thrilled to continue that dream by hosting Legacy Five and Scotty Inman on a four-city tour across Alberta and Saskatchewan—a journey filled with music, ministry, laughter, and unforgettable memories. A JOURNEY OF MUSIC AND MEMORIES From September 19–22, 2025, we had the privilege of hosting Legacy Five and Scotty Inman—and what a blessed time it was! Our tour began in Calgary, Alberta, where we caught up with the artists after far…

On September 10th, I was folding laundry in my living room when I received a shocking notification on my phone: “Charlie Kirk shot at Utah event.” Immediately, I called my husband and we began praying the Name of Jesus. We were on our knees, begging God to show mercy and save his life. I was crying. For years, Ben and I had followed Charlie and felt he was a bold, courageous voice for the Gospel of Jesus Christ. There’s been a lot of controversy surrounding him. However, if you take the time to watch his videos, the base of every conversation was truth and the hope we have in Jesus. My human nature thoughts began to cycle… “Lord, why did you allow this? Lord, why? You could’ve stopped this from…

For 90 years, this group has been a household name known for gospel music. Formed in 1936 on radio station WBAP in Fort Worth, Texas, the group is still alive and well in the music realm. Almost everyone has heard their iconic harmonies and the famous guitar strum that begins nearly every song. They’ve touched millions of lives around the globe with their songs. This month I am happy to feature one of my personal favorite groups in all of Southern Gospel music and celebrate their 90-year legacy. It’s none other than the legendary Chuck Wagon Gang. Let’s rewind to 1936. While the Chuck Wagon Gang was forming in Fort Worth, my grandmother was born in a small coal mining town in Alabama. As she grew up, her family would…

Since at least the mid-nineties, I have heard that Southern Gospel is dying. “Look at all the white hair in the audience,” was the most common comment. I am here to tell you that I AGREE—there WAS a lot of white hair in that nineties audience... there is a lot of white hair in TODAY’S Southern Gospel audience, and twenty years from now, yes, there will be white hair in THAT audience too! I have always felt that the majority of Southern Gospel fans are more mature, unlike young country and rock and roll fans who tend to be fickle and, on a whim, will move on to something new. The 40-year-old fan of today who has jet-black hair will still be lovin’ our kind of music 20 years from…

2025 marks a major milestone for the award-winning quartet, the Kingdom Heirs. This beloved group is celebrating not only forty years in full-time Southern Gospel music but forty consecutive seasons performing at Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. To commemorate this incredible achievement, the group has reached back into their catalogue and revived several hits from the last twenty-five years. Featuring the current lineup of Chris Bryant (Lead), Joshua Horrell (Tenor), Andy Stringfield (Baritone/ Pianist), Brad Smith (Bass), John Young (Guitarist/Vocalist), Dennis Murphy (Drummer), and Kreis French (Bass Guitarist), this musical trip down memory lane is sure to be a blessing not only to longtime fans of the group but to new listeners as well. This musical celebration kicks off with the jazzy “Since Jesus Moved In,” which was originally featured…

The Mark Lowry and Friends Tour has been a staple in the Gospel music world for years. This fall, Mark Lowry is on the road with Endless Highway, Riley Harrison Clark and the Lowry Vocal Band for nights of laughter and music all across the United States. Right before the National Quartet Convention, the tour made a stop in Gadsden, Alabama at MeadowBrook Church, where the Gospel Music Roadshow was in attendance. The night began with a packed crowd, warm greetings and Mark Lowry opening the night with his upbeat tune, “What’s Not To Love.” The lyrics set the tone for the evening with healing truths and a little fun. After more music and stories that had the audience rolling in laughter, Endless Highway was welcomed to the stage. This…