https://kentuckysings.com/2025/09/15/duane-allens-induction-into-sgma-hall-of-fame-an-opportunity-for-love-to-bloom/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/duane-and-ben.jpgDuane and BenDuane Allen and Ben James sing during the Oak Ridge Boys' concert at Renfro Valley, June 7, 2025.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/dsc_0753a.jpgDSC_0753aThe Oak Ridge Boys sing "Amazing Grace" at the Kentucky State Fair in 2024. The old hymn has become one of the group's signature songs.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/dsc_0673a.jpgDSC_0673aDuane Allen sings with the Oak Ridge Boys at the Kentucky State Fair in 2024. He has been the group's lead singer since 1966 and will be inducted into the Southern Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame on Sept. 23. (All photos by John Herndon.)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/dsc_0597a.jpgDSC_0597ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/dsc_0495.jpgDSC_0495https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/dsc_0489a.jpgDSC_0489aDuane Allen sings at the 2024 Kentucky State Fair.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/dsc_0290.jpgDSC_0290A former choir director, Duane Allen leads the audience in "Silent Night" during the Oak Ridge Boys' Christmas Show at Renfro Valley, Ky., in 2023.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/dsc_0066a.jpgDSC_0066aDuane Allen (center) and William Lee Golden (right) fist bump with Joe Bonsall during the Oak Ridge Boys' Christmas Show in 2023. Shortly thereafter, Bonsall stepped down because of his battle with ALS.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/468622019_10161594053181590_8136685517020070569_n.jpg468622019_10161594053181590_8136685517020070569_nDuane Allen sings about the Savior he loves during the Oak Ridge Boys' Christmas Show at Campbellsville University in 2014.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/79174245_10157526971941590_6181416871997210624_n.jpg79174245_10157526971941590_6181416871997210624_n2025-09-16T20:09:01+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2025/07/08/concert-visit-becomes-lifelong-dream/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/dsc_0882a.jpgDSC_0882aBrady Jones talks with fans at the Kingsmen product table after a concert at Sand Spring Baptist Church in June. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/dsc_0854a.jpgDSC_0854aBrady Jones shares a laugh with Noblemen bass David Martin at Sand Spring Baptist.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/dsc_0741a.jpgDSC_0741aThe Kingsmen sing before a packed house at Sand Spring Baptist Church. From left are Devin Smith, substitute tenor, baritone Alan Kendall, lead Cole Watson and bass Brady Jones.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/dsc_0677a.jpgDSC_0677ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/dsc_0664a.jpgDSC_0664aBrady Jones brings the talents of an accomplished pianist to the Kingsmen.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/dsc_0658a.jpgDSC_0658ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/dsc_0610a.jpgDSC_0610aBrady Jones delivers the low notes during a Kingsmen concert in Lawrenceburg, Ky. in June. The first time he sang with the group, while he was still in high school, left a lasting impression.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/dsc_0609a.jpgDSC_0609aBrady Jones solos during a Kingsmen concert.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/dsc_0600a.jpgDSC_0600aMorgantown, Ky. native Brady Jones sings bass during a Kingsmen concert at Sand Spring Baptist Church in June. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/dsc_0542a.jpgDSC_0542a2025-07-08T23:47:41+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2025/04/30/jeff-and-sheri-easter-coming-to-strawberry-festival-and-gospel-homecoming-singing/2025-05-01T02:17:17+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2025/03/10/living-his-dream/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/cumberland-thunder.jpgCumberland ThunderAbby and Joshua Tomlin sing with Cumberland Thunder at Sand Spring Baptist Church in 2022. (File photo.)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/dsc_0015.jpgDSC_0015https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/dsc_0015a.jpgDSC_0015aJoseph Habedank in concert with band members Anthony Rogers and Josh Tomlin at Bardstown Baptist Church, Feb. 7. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/dsc_0033.jpgDSC_0033https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/dsc_0062.jpgDSC_0062https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/dsc_0062a.jpgDSC_0062aJoseph Habedank in concert at Bardstown Baptist Church, Feb. 7.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/dsc_0071.jpgDSC_0071https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/dsc_0071a.jpgDSC_0071aJoshua Tomlin is happy serving as Joseph Habedank's keyboardist.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/dsc_0185.jpgDSC_0185https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/dsc_0185a.jpgDSC_0185a2025-05-01T02:13:39+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2025/01/28/coming-back-to-the-bluegrass/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/image.pngimagehttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/dsc_0318a.jpgDSC_0318aBob Sellers performs at Sand Spring Baptist Church, Lawrenceburg, Ky., in 2023. (File photo by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/dsc_0366-1.jpgDSC_0366https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/dsc_0344-1.jpgDSC_0344https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/dsc_0318-1.jpgDSC_0318Bob Sellers performs at Sand Spring Baptist Church, Lawrenceburg, Ky., in 2023.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/dsc_0315-1.jpgDSC_0315Bob Sellers (File photo by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/dsc_0312-1.jpgDSC_0312Bob Sellers,https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/dsc_0366.jpgDSC_0366https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/dsc_0344.jpgDSC_0344https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/dsc_0318.jpgDSC_03182025-01-28T20:13:03+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/upcoming-events/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/dsc_0392-e1575766068602.jpgDSC_0392The Coffmans at Danville Church of God.2025-01-12T23:09:36+00:00weekly0.6https://kentuckysings.com/2024/12/26/kentucky-music-hall-of-fame-a-great-holiday-or-any-day-trip/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/dsc_0227.jpgDSC_0227Somerset native, Rodney Griffin, a southern gospel music legend, speaks during his induction ceremony at the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/dsc_0233-1.jpgDSC_0233https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/dsc_0203.jpgDSC_0203Paul Martin, who has roots in country, rock and gospel music, sings during his induction to the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame in 2024. His wife, Jamie, is also pictured.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/dsc_0111.jpgDSC_0111Country music star Steve Wariner (middle), a member of the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame, performs at the 2024 induction ceremony. (all photos by John Herndon).https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/dsc_0056.jpgDSC_0056Blues guitarist Tee Dee Young, of Lexington and a member of the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame, performs at the 2024 induction ceremony.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/dsc_0233.jpgDSC_0233Rodney Griffin, of Greater Vision, sings "Faces" during the Class of 2024 induction ceremony at the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame.2024-12-26T20:44:26+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2024/09/14/the-hole-in-meltons-heart-prompts-benefit-concert-at-sand-spring/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/459034101_8544721862218702_8134665354987374985_n.jpg459034101_8544721862218702_8134665354987374985_nhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/nelons.jpgNelonsThe Nelons perform at First Baptist Church of Cold Spring, Sept. 10, 2020. From left are Kelly Nelon Clark, Autumn Nelon Streetman, Amber Nelon Kistler and Nathan Kistler, who was filling in for Jason Clark that night.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/jason.jpgJasonJason Clark, left, poses for a photo with John Herndon, of KentuckySings.com, at David's Fork Baptist Church in Lexington in 2019. (Photo by Stephanie Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/dsc_0228a.webpdsc_0228aCommon Bond Quartet sings at Sand Spring Baptist Church, Dec. 31, 2021. (Photo by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/autumn.jpgAutumnAmber Nelon Streetman, shown in a 2020 concert at First Baptist Church of Cold Spring, lost her family in a tragic plane crash on July 26. She and her husband, Jamie, are expecting their first child.2024-09-16T20:56:36+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2024/09/10/5988/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/dsc_0978-2-2120462191-e1725982758983.jpgDSC_0978Justin Cole at The Ark Encounter during 40 Days & 40 Nights of Christian Music.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/dsc_0964-2.jpgDSC_0964https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/dsc_0944-2.jpgDSC_0944https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/dsc_0936-2.jpgDSC_0936Justin Cole sings at The Ark Encounter on August 20.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/dsc_0931-2.jpgDSC_0931Justin Cole performs at The Ark Encounter. With him are, from left, Garrett Dearing on the electric guitar, Ben Thomas on the bass guitar, Dale Myers on drums and Franklin Wiggins on the keyboard.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/dsc_0905-2-3949724805-e1725982566573.jpgDSC_0905Justin Cole at The Ark Encounter. Behind him is bassist Ben Thomas. (All photos by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/dsc_0007-3.jpgDSC_0007https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/444135823_863075869195042_7299902307665474204_n.jpg444135823_863075869195042_7299902307665474204_nJustin Cole Meredith sings at the Men For Christ at Hiseville Christian Church in May.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/443697955_863075692528393_1137610344025634388_n-4271236548-e1725982975220.jpg443697955_863075692528393_1137610344025634388_nSeveral times a year, Justin Cole Meredith (left) gets together with some high school friends to sing as The Band Table Singers. At right is Lucas Vaught, of the Inspirations, who taught Justin Cole some tricks on the guitar. The Band Table Singers sang at the Men For Christ at Hiseville Christian Church in Barren County in May.2024-09-11T13:53:02+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2024/08/13/another-step-in-paul-martins-illustrious-career/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/img_2707.jpgIMG_2707Paul Martin, with his father, Bill, in the studio in 1992. (Photo courtesy Paul Martin)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/img_2706.jpgIMG_2706Paul Martin, on stage with Exile. (Photo courtesy Paul Martin)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/img_2705.jpgIMG_2705Paul Martin during his Grand Ole Opry debut with Exile in 1992. (Photo courtesy Paul Martin)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/dsc_0307.jpgDSC_0307Paul Martin, right, plays the guitar while members of his family group, Rockland Road, sing 'God Bless the USA' at the Kentucky State Fair, August 18, 2024. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/paul-jamie.jpgPaul JamiePaul Martin and his wife, Jamie, sing during an appearance at Richmond Mall in 2023.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/paul-6.jpgPaul 6Paul Martin shares joy in his concerts. He is shown during a show at Richmond Mall in 2023. (All photos by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/paul-5-hof-2018.jpgPaul 5 HOF 2018Paul Martin, left, plays guitar as Kentucky Music Hall of Fame members Dale Ann Bradley and Jason Crabb sing in the 2018 induction ceremony.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/paul-4-hof-2018-476722698-e1723598716800.jpgPaul 4 HOF 2018Rockland Road sings the National Anthem at the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame induction ceremony in 2018. From left are Kell, Jamie, Tallant, March, Texat and Paul Martin.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/paul-3-2623843212-e1723598577357.jpgPaul 3Paul Martin performs at the 2016 Kentucky State Fair as Rockland Road, then called Martin Family Circus, opened for The Oak Ridge Boys.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/paul-2.jpgPaul 2Paul Martin, center, plays guitar for his family band, Rockland Road, during a Christmas concert at the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame in 2021. From left are March Martin, Jamie Allen Martin, Paul Martin, Texas Martin (behind group), Tallant Martin and Kell Martin. 2024-08-23T00:11:07+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2024/07/16/country-music-is-still-standing-in-collin-whites-style-of-gospel/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/collin-4-1622532521-e1721178256226.jpgCollin 4Collin White.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/collin-3-4275139594-e1721177397891.jpgCollin 3Collin White during his set to open for Firm Foundation Quartet in Campbellsville on June 20, 2024.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/collin-2-2312520860-e1721177261776.jpgCollin 2Collin White sings gospel music with a traditional country flair during a concert at Lowell Avenue Baptist Church in Campbellsville on June 20, 2024. (All photos by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/collin-1-283055398-e1721177093581.jpgCollin 1Collin White sings "Kindness and Respect" at Mackville Christian Church on July 14, 2024.2024-08-14T01:56:58+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2024/06/06/hall-of-fame-selection-another-of-gods-blessings-during-griffins-amazing-journey/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/dsc_0275.jpgDSC_0275https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/dsc_0213a.jpgDSC_0213aRodney Griffin's family joined him on stage for a song during Greater Vision's concert at their home church, Bible Baptist of Mt. Vernon.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/dsc_0195.jpgDSC_0195https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/dsc_0147a-3803784667-e1717675959914.jpgDSC_0147aRodney Griffin sings during Greater Vision's concert at Bible Baptist Church, Mt. Vernon, Ky.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/dsc_0121a.jpgDSC_0121aRodney Griffin makes a point during one of Greater Vision's songs at Bible Baptist Church in Mt. Vernon. (All photos by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/dsc_0101.jpgDSC_0101https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/dsc_0100.jpgDSC_0100Greater Vision performs during a concert at Bible Baptist Church in Mt. Vernon, Ky., May 12, 2024. From left are Gerald Wolfe, Jon Epley, Rodney Griffin and Chris Allman.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/dsc_0098.jpgDSC_0098Rodney Griffin, a member of the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame, Class of 2024.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/dsc_0076-1407039212-e1717677323227.jpgDSC_0076Rodney Griffin says his desire is to point people to Jesus through his songs.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/dsc_0045a.jpgDSC_0045aRodney Griffin, who will be inducted into the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame in October, sings during a Greater Vision concert at Bible Baptist Church in Mt. Vernon, Ky., May 12, 2024. Griffin sings the lead on many of Greater Vision's songs and has written 21 songs that climbed to the top of the Southern Gospel charts. 2024-07-17T01:49:07+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2022/09/27/a-touch-of-heaven-touching-people-for-50-years/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/dsc_0673.jpgDSC_0673https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/dsc_0633a.jpgDSC_0633ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/dsc_0598a.jpgDSC_0598ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/dsc_0250a.jpgDSC_0250ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/dsc_0156a.jpgDSC_0156ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/dsc_0139a.jpgDSC_0139ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/dsc_0110a.jpgDSC_0110ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/dsc_0087a.jpgDSC_0087ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/dsc_0083a-1.jpgDSC_0083ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/dsc_0068.jpgDSC_00682024-06-23T23:35:15+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2022/10/12/leading-listeners-to-gods-path/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/p1011458-e1665598834825.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAGreater Vision sings "For All He's Done" as the final song of its concert at Sand Spring Baptist Church on Oct. 6, 2022.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/p1011457a.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/p1011452a.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/p1011429a.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/p1011419.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/p1011411.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/p1011343a.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/p1011325a.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/p1011305a.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/p1011302a.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA2024-06-23T23:34:44+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2022/10/15/kentucky-music-hall-of-fame-to-induct-seven-new-members/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/stringbean-family.jpgStringbean familyhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/paul-martin.jpgPaul Martinhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/jessica-blankenship.jpgJessica Blankenshiphttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/jason-crabb-e1665844115423.jpgJason CrabbGospel music star Jason Crabb, a native of Beaver Dam, Ky., sings during his Kentucky Music Hall of Fame induction ceremony in 2018. (File photo)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/jason-crabb-dale-ann.jpgJason Crabb Dale Annhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/jackie-deshannon.jpgJackie DeShannonhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/hall-of-fame.jpgHall of Famehttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/image.pngimage2024-06-23T23:34:13+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2022/10/26/cultivating-creativity-growing-a-ministry-of-outreach/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/flyera.jpgFlyerahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/dsc_0243a.jpgDSC_0243aCanaan at Coffmania, Oct. 22, 2022.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/dsc_0237a.jpgDSC_0237ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/dsc_0231a.jpgDSC_0231ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/dsc_0226a.jpgDSC_0226aCanaan Coffman sings with The Coffmans at Coffmania on Oct. 22, 2022. (All photos by John Herndon.)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/dsc_0034a.jpgDSC_0034aCanaan Coffman sings during one of her family's sets during Coffmania in Danville on Oct. 22, 2022.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/dsc_0031a.jpgDSC_0031ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/dsc_0001a.jpgDSC_0001aCanaan Coffman2024-06-23T23:33:37+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2022/09/24/life-is-good-for-steve-bridgmon/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/dsc_0169a.jpgDSC_0169ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/dsc_0157.jpgDSC_0157https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/dsc_0142.jpgDSC_0142https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/dsc_0125a.jpgDSC_0125ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/dsc_0106a.jpgDSC_0106ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/dsc_0083a.jpgDSC_0083ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/dsc_0081a.jpgDSC_0081a2024-06-23T23:33:09+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2022/10/29/spotlight-finally-shines-on-norah-lee-allen/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/norah-lee-allen-13.jpgNorah Lee Allen 13Norah Lee Allen and her husband, Oak Ridge Boys lead Duane Allen, at the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame press conference, October 28, 2022. (All photos by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/norah-lee-allen-12.jpgNorah Lee Allen 12Norah Lee Allen is welcomed to the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame by Neal Sluder, Chairman of the KMHOF Board of Directors, and Jessica Blankenship, executive director of the KMHOF.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/norah-lee-allen-11.jpgNorah Lee Allen 11https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/norah-lee-allen-10.jpgNorah Lee Allen 10Norah Lee Allen, center, sings with her daughter, Jamie Martin, and son, Dee Allen, during the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame induction ceremony. At left is her son-in-law, Paul Martin, playing bass guitar.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/norah-lee-allen-9.jpgNorah Lee Allen 9https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/norah-lee-allen-8.jpgNorah Lee Allen 8https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/norah-lee-allen-7.jpgNorah Lee Allen 7Bowling Green native Norah Lee Allen, whose career as a background vocalist at the Grand Ole Opry spanned more than 40 years, sings during the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame induction ceremony on Oct. 28, 2022.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/norah-lee-allen-6.jpgNorah Lee Allen 6https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/norah-lee-allen-5.jpgNorah Lee Allen 5Norah Lee Allen.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/norah-lee-allen-4.jpgNorah Lee Allen 4Norah Lee Allen.2024-06-23T23:32:17+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2022/11/18/three-bridges-might-be-retiring-but-the-joy-will-never-end/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/three-bridges-4-copy-287316522-e1668815362701.jpgThree Bridges 4 - CopyShannon Smith sings during a concert at Sand Spring Baptist Church in August, 2021.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/three-bridges-3-3926030291-e1668815084337.jpgThree Bridges 3Three Bridges founder Elliott McCoy at Sand Spring Baptist Church in August 2021. (All photos by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/three-bridges-2-2634368837-e1668815198133.jpgThree Bridges 2Jeremie Hudson has been with Three Bridges for 13 years.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/three-bridges-1-67901183-e1668814862640.jpgThree Bridges 1Three Bridges delivers a high-energy concert at Sand Spring Baptist Church in Lawrenceburg, Ky., in August, 2021.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/dsc_0426-1.jpgDSC_0426 (1)National Quartet Convention president Clarke Beasley (left), presents Elliott McCoy with a plaque commemorating Three Bridges' ministry in southern gospel.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/dsc_0376-1.jpgDSC_0376 (1)Three Bridges sings during the group's final performance at the National Quartet Convention, September 30, 2022. From left are Elliott McCoy, Shannon Smith and Jeremie Hudson.2024-06-23T23:31:42+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2022/11/26/joyaires-ministry-is-aptly-named/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/joyaires-7.jpgJoyaires 7Ernie Peters, right, talks with Kentucky Sings' John Herndon at the 2022 National Quartet Convention in Pigeon Forge, Tenn. (Photo by Stephanie Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/joyaires-6.jpgJoyaires 6https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/joyaires-4.jpgJoyaires 4Debbie Peters of The Joyaires.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/joyaires-3.jpgJoyaires 3Ernie Peters plays his guitar during a concert in Lawrenceburg, Ky., Aug. 26, 2021. (Photo by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/joyaires-2.jpgJoyaires 2Ernie and Debbie Peters, The Joyaires, sing at Sand Spring Baptist Church in 2021. (Photo by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/joyaires-1.jpgJoyaires 1The Joyaires, Ernie and Debbie Peters, seek to bring the joy of Christ in their music ministry. 2024-06-23T23:31:14+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2022/12/10/a-passion-for-god-a-passion-for-families/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/dsc_0086a.jpgDSC_0086aBryan Hutson at the Highway 62 Jubilee. (All photos by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/dsc_0078a.jpgDSC_0078aBryan Hutson going solo.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/dsc_0076a.jpgDSC_0076ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/dsc_0058a.jpgDSC_0058ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/dsc_0057a.jpgDSC_0057ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/dsc_0051a.jpgDSC_0051ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/dsc_0034a.jpgDSC_0034aBryan Hutson sings during an appearance at the Highway 62 Jubilee in Jeffersonville, Indiana.2024-06-23T23:30:47+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2023/01/26/drews-dream-really-is-coming-true/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/dsc_1133a-1.jpgdsc_1133a-1https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/dsc_1298a.jpgDSC_1298ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/dsc_1296a.jpgDSC_1296aDrew Laney (left) sings with Southern Gospel Music Association Hall of Famer Ray Dean Reese during The Kingsmen concert on January 12. Laney is learning from one of his heroes less than two years after asking Reese for advice on getting started in gospel music.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/dsc_1289a.jpgDSC_1289aThe Kingsmen. From left are Thomas Nalley, Cole Watson, Alan Kendall, Ray Dean Reese and Drew Laney. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/dsc_1257a.jpgDSC_1257ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/dsc_1251a.jpgDSC_1251aDrew Laney (right) steps back as Ray Dean Reese sings for The Kingsmen.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/dsc_1247a.jpgDSC_1247aKingsmen legend Ray Dean Reese shares a laugh with Drew Lainey during a concert at Crab Orchard, Ky., on Jan. 12, 2023.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/dsc_1224a.jpgDSC_1224aDrew Laney displays a t-shirt as Alan Kendall talks about what is available at The Kingsmen product table. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/dsc_1188a.jpgDSC_1188aKingsmen baritone Alan Kendall sings with bass Drew Laney. Kendall heard about Laney from another gospel singer and initiated the Kingsmen's contact. Kendall says Laney was well-prepared to join one of gospel music's favorite groups despite having less than a year experience when he joined.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/dsc_1133a.jpgDSC_1133aDrew Laney sings during The Kingsmen concert at Watts Chapel Baptist Church in Crab Orchard, Ky,, Jan. 12, 2023. (All photos by John Herndon)2024-06-23T23:27:39+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2022/12/23/lore-family-brings-straightforward-southern-gospel-in-first-trip-to-sand-spring/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/lore-family.jpgLore FamilyThe Lore Family will be making its first visit to Sand Spring Baptist Church on Dec. 31. In front is Samuel Lore. Second row, from left, are Fayth and Jake Whisnant and Darren and Sandy Lore. (Photo courtesy thelorefamilyministries.com),https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/bob-sellers.jpgBob SellersBob Sellers sings at Sand Spring Baptist Church during an appearance with The Old Time Preacher's Quartet in 2019.2024-06-23T23:27:07+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2023/03/13/a-half-century-of-bringing-music-to-the-people/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/inspirations.jpgInspirationsThe Inspirations will be part of the program for Paul Belcher's concert at the Paramount Arts Center in Ashland, Ky., on April 1.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/gold-city.jpgGold CityGold City, shown at Coffmania in Danville, Ky., in October 2022, will be part of the program at the Paramount Arts Center on April 1. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/dsc_0015a.jpgDSC_0015aPrimitive Quartet, pictured in a concert in Lawrenceburg, Ky., in Sept., 2022, will be singing in Ashland on April 1 as part of the group's farewell tour.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/dsc_0964.jpgDSC_0964https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/dsc_0962.jpgDSC_0962Paul Belcher shows some of the many jars of canned goods from his farm in Tellico Plains, Tenn.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/dsc_0959.jpgDSC_0959Paul Belcher has promoted over 1,000 gospel concerts. One of his most notable was The McKameys' final concert in Knoxville in 2019. Paul is pointing to a photo of himself with Ruben Bean, of The McKameys, that night.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/dsc_0958.jpgDSC_0958https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/dsc_0956.jpgDSC_0956Paul Belcher isn't calling Andy Griffith's office, but the vintage phone in his office works. (All photos by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/dsc_0954.jpgDSC_0954Paul Belcher at his desk in his Tellico Plains, Tennessee home. He conducts most of the business for Paul Belcher Concerts from his home. 2024-06-23T23:25:51+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2023/03/20/just-praising-and-worshiping-god/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img-6461-1118299893-e1679406617657.jpgIMG-6461https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img-6460-899733091-e1679406555564.jpgIMG-6460https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img-6458-274075026-e1679406497938.jpgIMG-6458https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/dsc_0345a.jpgDSC_0345ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/dsc_0324a.jpgDSC_0324aClayton Inman singing 'White Flag' is a longtime tradition at Triumphant concerts. (All photos by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/dsc_0306.jpgDSC_0306Scotty Inman at Cold Spring.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/dsc_0298.jpgDSC_0298Triumphant sings a fan favorite, 'Chain Breaker.'https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/dsc_0273.jpgDSC_0273Eric Bennett sings 'Evidence' from Triumphant's new project, https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/dsc_0171.jpgDSC_0171David Sutton leads the crowd in 'Farther Along' after playing it on his harmonica.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/dsc_0163.jpgDSC_01632024-06-23T23:25:22+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2023/03/28/popular-singer-truly-knows-god-can/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img-6488.jpgIMG-6488His Heart's newest CD, released in March. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/sowder-3.jpgSowder 3Bill Sowder during his stay at the University of Kentucky Medical Center. (Photo provided)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/john-kelly.jpgJohn Kellyhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/his-heart-2.jpgHis Heart 2A therapist works with Bill Sowder during his stay at the University of Kentucky Medical Center following a serious horse riding accident. (Photo provided)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/his-heart-1.jpgHis Heart 1Bill Sowder, third from left, sings with His Heart in the quartet's first concert of 2023 on March 19 at Shiloh Christian Church, Columbia, Ky. Members of the group are, from left, Kyle Harris, Jeremy Dickerson, Sowder and Bob Abbott. (Photo provided.)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/dsc_0407a.jpgDSC_0407aHis Heart baritone Bill Sowder sings at Sand Spring Baptist Church during a 2022 concert. (File photo by John Herndon)2024-06-23T23:24:53+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2023/04/13/primitive-quartet-still-shines-the-light-on-jesus/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/dsc_0435.jpgDSC_0435Randy Fox and Jeff Tolbert shed tears as they sing "My Hope Is In the Blood." (Photo by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/dsc_0382a.jpgDSC_0382aLarry rRiddle (left) and Mike Riddle lead in worship at Ashland. (Photo by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/dsc_0347a.jpgDSC_0347ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/dsc_0311a.jpgDSC_0311ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/dsc_0297a.jpgDSC_0297ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/dsc_0283a.jpgDSC_0283aPrimitive Quartet members, from left, Larry Riddle (face not visible), Mike Riddle (face not visible), Jeff Tolbert, Randy Fox and Reagan Riddle sing at Ashland. (Photo by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/dsc_0267a.jpgDSC_0267aPrimitive Quartet sings at the Paramount Arts Center, Ashland, April 1, 2023. From left are Reagan Riddle, Randy Fox, Jeff Tolbert, Mike Riddle and Larry Riddle. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/dsc_0236a.jpgDSC_0236ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/dsc_0227a.jpgDSC_0227aPrimitive Quartet sings at Paramount Arts Center, Ashland, Ky., April 1, 2023. From left are Reagan Riddle, Randy Fox, Jeff Tolbert, Mike Riddle and Larry Riddle. (Photo by John Herndon)2024-06-23T23:24:05+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2023/04/17/the-song-will-continue/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/tolbert-and-fan.jpgTolbert and fanJeff Tolbert signs memorabilia for a young fan after Primitive Quartet sang at Ashland, Ky. on April 1.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/dsc_0852a.jpgDSC_0852aJeff Tolbert, center, leads in the finale of Primitive Quartet's concert with Gold City and The Inspirations at Ashland's Paramount Arts Center on April 1.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/dsc_0566a.jpgDSC_0566ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/dsc_0362a.jpgDSC_0362aJeff Tolbert plays the fiddle as Primitive Quartet members, from left, Mike Riddle (facing away), Reagan Riddle and Randy Fox look on during Primitive's concert on April 1. (All photos by John or Stephanie Herndon.)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/dsc_0320.jpgDSC_0320https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/dsc_0287.jpgDSC_0287Jeff Tolbert, on mandolin, plays during Primitive Quartet's concert in Ashland, Ky., on April 1.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/dsc_0252a.jpgDSC_0252ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/dsc_0236a-1.jpgDSC_0236a2024-06-23T23:23:24+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2024/06/10/fortner-brothers-4-christ-to-make-ark-encounter-appearance-3/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/fortner-icma.jpgFortner ICMAThe Fortner Brothers 4 Christ talk with KentuckySings.com's John Herndon at the ICMA Awards, May 29, 2024. From left are Herndon, Layne, Kennon, Konner and Kyle Fortner. (Photo by Stephanie Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/fortner-5.jpgFortner 5Drummer Kennon Fortner has taken lessons from former Alabama drummer Mark Herndon. Kennon is shown during the 2023 Faith Country Bluegrass Music Festival at the Ark Encounter. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/fortner-4-1475218491-e1718026027470.jpgFortner 4Kyle Fortner at the Ark Encounter, June 2023.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/fortner-3.jpgFortner 3Konner Fortner at the Ark Encounter, June 2023.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/fortner-2-3196954894-e1718025362890.jpgFortner 2Layne Fortner at the Ark Encounter in June 2023.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/fortner-1.jpgFortner 1The Fortner Brothers 4 Christ sing during the Faith Country Bluegrass Music Festival at The Ark Encounter in June 2023.2024-06-23T23:22:47+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2024/06/17/firm-foundation-quartet-embarks-on-annual-reunion-tour/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/ff20-3103433868-e1718648896742.jpgFF20Firm Foundation Quartet sings during the 2023 Reunion Tour at Taylor County High School, Campbellsville, Ky. From left are Jericho McCoy, Steve Bridgmon, Josh Teasley and Anthony Davis.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/ff16.jpgFF16Campbellsville University professor Jamie Lawrence serves as the accompanist for the Firm Foundation Quartet Reunion Tour.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/ff10-2480404303-e1718649176697.jpgFF10Steve Bridgmon, founder and owner of Firm Foundation Quartet, sings during the group's Reunion Tour, July 7, 2023. (All photos by John or Stephanie Herndon.)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/ff9-3753454249-e1718649851429.jpgff9Josh Teasley shares his powerful testimony during last year's Firm Foundation Reunion Tour, July 7, 2023.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/ff8.jpgFF8Anthony Davis, who would become one of gospel music's most recognizable faces during his time with Tribute Quartet, sings during the 2023 Firm Foundation Reunion Tour. Davis sang with Firm Foundation for 10 years.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/ff6.jpgFF6https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/ff5.jpgFF5https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/ff4.jpgFF4https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/ff3.jpgFF3https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/ff2-1215034145-e1718649662524.jpgFF2Jericho McCoy, who sang with his family group while growing up, joined the Firm Foundation Reunion Tour in 2022. He teaches vocal music at Taylor County High School in Campbellsville, Ky.2024-06-23T23:21:35+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2023/05/04/sould-out-stays-true-to-mission/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/dsc_0633-1129774037-e1683204797536.jpgDSC_0633Jason McAtee is now in his second stint with Soul'd Out. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/dsc_0632a.jpgDSC_0632aSoul'd Out founder Matt Rankin says he asked God to lead him in full-time service at church camp. (All photos by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/dsc_0629a.jpgDSC_0629aChris Chavez, who serves as worship pastor at a Nashville church, filled in on vocals and playing keyboard for Soul'd Out during a weekend revival in Frankfort, Ky.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/dsc_0626a.jpgDSC_0626aSoul'd Out sings during revival services at Capital City Christian Church in Frankfort, April 28. From left are Chris Chavez, Matt Rankin and Jason McAtee.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/dsc_0594a.jpgDSC_0594aMatt Rankin (left) and Jason McAtee of Soul'd Out trio.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/dsc_0580a.jpgDSC_0580aChris Chavez.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/dsc_0576a.jpgDSC_0576aSoul'd Out founder Matt Rankin. 2024-06-18T20:52:47+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2023/05/15/joshua-tomlin-returning-home/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/tomlin-6.jpgTomlin 6Joshua Tomlin delivers a solo for Cumberland Thunder at Sand Spring Baptist Church on Dec. 31, 2021. (File photo)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/tomlin-5.jpgTomlin 5Joshua Tomlin.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/tomlin-4.jpgTomlin 4https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/tomlin-3.jpgTomlin 3Cumberland Thunder at Sand Spring Baptist Church on Dec. 31, 2021. (File photo)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/tomlin-2.jpgTomlin 2https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/tomlin-1.jpgTomlin 1Joshua Tomlin sings lead for Cumberland Thunder during a concert at Sand Spring Baptist Church in Lawrenceburg on Dec. 31, 2021. (File photo)2024-06-18T20:52:09+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2023/07/11/he-believes-hes-where-he-should-be/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/tributea.jpgTributeaFor almost 10 years, Anthony Davis traveled the nation with the popular Tribute Quartet. They posed for a photo during a concert at Sand Spring Baptist Church in Lawrenceburg, Ky., in 2018. From left are Riley Harrison Clark, Gary Casto, Josh Singletary on the keyboard, and Davis behind. (File photo by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/dsc_0341.jpgDSC_0341Anthony Davis sings during Firm Foundation's reunion concert on July 7. At left is tenor Jericho McCoy. At right is pianist Jamie Lawrence. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/dsc_0330a.jpgDSC_0330aAnthony Davis, right, delivers a solo as other members of Firm Foundation sing backing vocals. They are, from left, Jericho McCoy, Steve Bridgmon and Josh Teasley. (All photos by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/dsc_0233a.jpgDSC_0233aAnthony Davis is mighty happy singing bass during the Firm Foundation Reunion Tour on July 7, 2023.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/dsc_0232a.jpgDSC_0232aAnthony Davis, right, and Josh Teasley during the Firm Foundation Reunion Tour in Campbellsville, Ky., July 7, 2023.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/dsc_0206a.jpgDSC_0206aFirm Foundation at Taylor County High School in Campbellsville, July 7, 2023.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/dsc_0174.jpgDSC_0174Anthony Davis singing during the Firm Foundation Reunion Tour, July 7, 2023.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/dsc_0109a.jpgDSC_0109ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/dsc_0096a.jpgDSC_0096a2024-06-18T20:51:34+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2023/08/17/nothing-fancy/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/dsc_0290.jpgDSC_0290Moe Pitney at The Ark Encounter on Aug. 15, 2023.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/dsc_0277-660492820-e1692299295504.jpgDSC_0277Mo Pitney sheds a tear as he introduces his powerful finale, "When The Children Cry."https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/dsc_0275.jpgDSC_0275https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/dsc_0262-1311741914-e1692299510481.jpgDSC_0262Mo and Emily Pitney.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/dsc_0253-302380175-e1692298890394.jpgDSC_0253Mo Pitney brings a mixture of old hymns and his own compositions during a concert at The Ark Encounter on Aug. 15, 2023.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/dsc_0247-208863703-e1692299008860.jpgDSC_0247Emily Pitney sings during the concert at The Ark Encounter on Aug. 15. She and Mo are expecting their third child.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/dsc_0205.jpgDSC_0205Mo Pitney and his wife, Emily, sing at The Ark Encounter, Aug. 15, 2023. (All photos by John Herndon)2024-06-18T20:50:59+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2023/08/28/they-never-missed-a-beat/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/dsc_0822.jpgDSC_0822The Girls Next Door will be Singing With The Saints!https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/dsc_0772-1375691888-e1693261405748.jpgDSC_0772Diane Austin says The Girls Next Door have always loved gospel music. (All photos by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/dsc_0669-3740591758-e1693261728222.jpgDSC_0669Cindy Nixon Psanos sings some of the low notes for The Girls Next Door. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/dsc_0596.jpgDSC_0596Tammy Stephens Smith is involved in Christopher Ministries, a ministry to hurting people. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/dsc_0523-1477145805-e1693261616513.jpgDSC_0523Doris King Merritt takes the lead as The Girls Next Door open their set with a cover of the Oak Ridge Boys' "Every Day."https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/dsc_0520a.jpgDSC_0520aThe Girls Next Door bring an energetic set of gospel music at The Ark Encounter on Aug. 23, 2023.2024-06-10T13:51:34+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2023/09/11/triumphants-sean-barber-living-in-the-goodness-of-god/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/dsc_0955a.jpgDSC_0955aSean Barber poses for a photo with Janet Watson of First Baptist Church of Cold Spring, Ky., after his first concert with Triumphant Quartet on Sept. 8, 2023.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/dsc_0800a.jpgDSC_0800aSean Barber shows his excitement after a song during Triimphant Quartet's concert as part of 40 Days and 40 Night of Christian Music at The Ark Encounter, Sept. 8, 2023.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/dsc_0792a.jpgDSC_0792aSean Baber, center, sings 'I'm Going There' with The Inspirations' Roland Kesterson (left) and TrueSong's Jarrett Grubbs as part of a rousing finale at The Ark Encounter, Sept. 8, 2023.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/dsc_0652a.jpgDSC_0652aSean Barber sings during Triumphant Quartet's appearance at The Ark Encounter, Sept. 8, 2023.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/dsc_0550a.jpgDSC_0550aTriumphant Quartet sings 'Arise, My Love' at The Ark Encounter, Sept. 8, 2023. From left are tenor David Sutton, baritone Sean Barber, lead Clayton Inman and bass Eric Bennett.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/dsc_0548a.jpgDSC_0548aSean Barber, right, and David Sutton during Triumphant Quartet's concert at The Ark Encounter on Sept. 8, 2023.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/dsc_0503a.jpgDSC_0503aSean Barber thinks of God's blessings during Triumphant Quartet's rendition of 'The Goodness of God' during their concert at The Ark Encounter on Sept. 8, 2023. It was Barber's first appearance as a member of one of Southern Gospel's most popular groups.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/dsc_0470a.jpgDSC_0470aSean Barber, center, sings a solo as part of Triumphant Quartet's rendition of 'My Chains Are Gone' at The Ark Encounter, Sept. 8, 2023. At left is David Sutton, at right Clayton Inman. (All photos by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/dsc_0371a-481096847-e1694446170950.jpgDSC_0371aClayton Inman, left, gives Sean Barber a smile as Barber takes the stage for the first time as a member of Triumphant Quartet, Sept. 8 2023.2024-06-10T13:51:03+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2023/09/27/fifty-years-of-touring-infinite-impact/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/313399982_10159869318366590_4792053746188204621_n.jpg313399982_10159869318366590_4792053746188204621_nInterviewing William Lee Golden in 2018. (Photo by Stephanie Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/john-and-joe-and-richard-2271667387-e1695831669341.jpgjohn and joe and richardTalking baseball with Richard Sterban and Joe Bonsall backstage at Renfro Valley. (Photo by Stephanie Herndon.)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/john-and-joe-4116081297-e1695831951454.jpgJohn and JoeInterviewing Joe Bonsall in 2015. He had included something about my mother and me in his book, 'On The Road With The Oak Ridge Boys.' (Photo by Stephanie Herndon.)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/joe-1706849627-e1695831047661.jpgJoeJoe Bonsall has always been a picture of energy and enthusiasm on stage, like in the 2014 Christmas show at Campbellsville University. (File photo by John Herndon.)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/first-interview.jpgFirst interviewAfter an interview with Duane Allen at the Kentucky State Fair in 2013. (Photo by Stephanie Herndon.)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/duane-john-steph-and-norah.jpgDuane John Steph and NorahJohn and Stephanie Herndon with Duane and Norah Lee Allen at Norah Lee's induction into the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame, October 2022. (Photo by Jessica Blankenship.)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/duane-and-john.jpgDuane and JohnTalking with Duane Allen at Renfro Valley several hours prior to the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame induction ceremony, October 28, 2022. (Photo by Stephanie Herndon.)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/dsc_0400a.jpgDSC_0400aJoe Bonsall at the Kentucky State Fair, August 20, 2023. (Photo by John Herndon.)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/dsc_0341a-1.jpgDSC_0341a (1)The Oak Ridge Boys sing "Amazing Grace" with J.D. Shelburne at the Kentucky State Fair, Aug. 20, 2023. (Photo by John Herndon.)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/dsc_0294a.jpgDSC_0294a2024-06-10T13:50:31+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2023/11/07/a-life-of-ministry-a-life-of-joy/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/dsc_0145a.jpgDSC_0145ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/dsc_0104a.jpgDSC_0104aErnie Peters solos during The Joyaires' concert at Sand Spring Baptist on Oct. 26.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/dsc_0092a.jpgDSC_0092aThe Joyaires, Ernie and Debbie Peters, sing at Sand Spring Baptist Church on Oct. 26, 2023.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/dsc_0080.jpgDSC_0080Debbie Peters at Sand Spring Baptist.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/dsc_0066a.jpgDSC_0066aErnie Peters interacts with the crowd at Sand Spring Baptist Church on Oct. 26. (All photos by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/dsc_0060.jpgDSC_0060The Joyaires, Ernie and Debbie Peters, placed in the Top 5 in the voting for The Singing News Fan Awards in 2023. It was the first time the group had ever placed that high. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/dsc_0017a.jpgDSC_0017a2024-06-10T13:49:59+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2023/09/06/64-to-grayson-to-take-a-final-exit/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/dsc_0003.jpgDSC_0003Zack Shelton in his office at North Madison Christian Church in Madison, Indiana.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/zack-4.jpgzack 4Zack Shelton shares the gospel during a concert at Graefenburg Christian Church, near Frankfort, in 2018. (All photos by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/zack-2a.jpgZAck 2aZack Shelton engages the audience with humor during a concert at Graefenburg Christian Church in 2018.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/zac-cda.jpgZac CDaZack Shelton & 64 to Grayson recorded four CDs during a 10-year run.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/dsc_0009a.jpgDSC_0009aZack Shelton stands in the auditorium of North Madison Christian Church, where he serves as worship pastor. Zack Shelton & 64 to Grayson will have a final concert at the church on Sept. 16, 2023.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/craig.jpgcraigCraig Cunningham plays mandolin during a 64 to Grayson concert at Graefenburg Christian Church in 2018. Cunningham, who also plays guitar, will be a part of Zack Shelton & 64 to Grayson until the final concert.2024-06-10T13:49:24+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2023/12/26/a-faithful-servant-steps-down/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/img_7695-1.jpgIMG_7695Garry Polston shows a photo of his friend and fellow Russell County native Kevin Williams. Williams signed the photo, "To The Roundman, You are an inspiration." (Photo by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/unnamed7.jpgunnamed7https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/unnamed5.jpgunnamed5Garry Polston's daughter, Laura Smoyer, joined the Noblemen and Allison Speer for a song at Christiansburg Baptist Church, Dec. 17, 2023. (Photo by Dennis Smoyer.)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/unnamed-6-1282003901-e1703617891948.jpgunnamed 6The Noblemen and Allison Speer show their appreciation Garry Polston during his final concert. From left are Curtis Barkley, Speer, former Noblemen tenor Chris Daniel, Polston, David Martin and Tracy Bertram.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/unnamed-3.jpgunnamed 3Garry Polston during his final concert with The Noblemen. (Photo by Dennis Smoyer.)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/unnamed-2.jpgunnamed 2https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/img_3909.jpegIMG_3909https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/img_3908-1-3919554667-e1703618891829.jpegIMG_3908 (1)Garry Polston (lower right) sang with The Servants in the 1970s. The group, based in Campbellsville, Ky., opened for some of the biggest names in gospel music at the time. (Photo courtesy Laura Smoyer)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/img_3902.jpegIMG_3902The Polston Family began singing together when Garry (top right) and his twin brother, Larry, were 8 years old. (Photo courtesy Laura Smoyer.)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/dsc05727-1885238292-e1703619147805.jpgDSC05727Garry Polston is flanked by his wife, Lula, and daughter, Laura Smoyer, following his final concert at Christiansburg Baptist Church on Dec. 17, 2023. (Photo by Dennis Smoyer.)2024-06-10T13:48:10+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2024/02/28/big-changes-bigger-blessings/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/dsc_0378-3055756722-e1709146107750.jpgDSC_0378The Kingdom Heirs sing at Sand Spring Baptist Church as part of their winter tour. From left are Joshua Horrell, Chris Bryant, Brad Smith and Andy Stringfield.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/dsc_0357-346708641-e1709145154607.jpgDSC_0357Chris Bryant is happy singing with the Kingdom Heirs.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/dsc_0333.jpgDSC_0333https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/dsc_0282.jpgDSC_0282Chris Bryant brings some energy during the Kingdom Heirs' concert at Sand Spring Baptist Church, Feb. 8, 2024.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/dsc_0201.jpgDSC_0201https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/dsc_0183-2783786139-e1709145713876.jpgDSC_0183Chris Bryant (left) and Andy Stringfield sing during the Kingdom Heirs rousing concert at Sand Spring Baptist Church on Feb 8.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/dsc_0110.jpgDSC_0110https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/dsc_0065-3553613335-e1709146330276.jpgDSC_0065Chris Bryant.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/dsc_0043.jpgDSC_00432024-06-10T13:47:32+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2024/04/04/kevin-williams-is-ready-to-give-to-his-kids-again/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/kevin-3.jpgKevin 3Gaither Vocal Band guitarist Kevin Williams oversees a highly successful benefit program for young people in his hometown of Russell Springs, Ky. (Photo courtesy of Kevin Williams.)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/kevins-kids.jpgKevin's Kidshttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/img_3592.jpgIMG_3592Gaither Vocal Band musician Kevin Williams plans to perform in a duet with his guitar teacher, Larry Beasley, right, who played banjo with Bill Monroe and The Bluegrass Boys in the 1970s. (Photo courtesy Kevin Williams.)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/img_3590.jpgIMG_3590The annual Kevin's Kids concert plays to a packed house at First Baptist Church of Russell Springs. (Photo courtesy of Kevin Williams.)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/kw-publicity-copy.jpgkw-publicity-copyGaither Vocal Band guitarist Kevin Williams oversees a highly successful benefit program for young people in his hometown of Russell Springs, Ky. 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Copyhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/martina.jpgMartinahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/ccb-3a-copy.jpgCCB 3a - Copyhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/ccb-2a-copy.jpgCCB 2a - Copyhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/briscoea.jpgBriscoea2022-09-26T18:09:26+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2022/09/26/kingsmen-perrys-kpnr-on-powerful-paramount-card/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/299751545_4907822002655743_4115422884745675979_n.jpg299751545_4907822002655743_4115422884745675979_nhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/perrys.jpgPerryshttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/kpnr.jpgKPNRhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/dsc_0038-1-e1664213844249.jpgDSC_0038 (1)The Kingsmen in concert earlier this year at Crab Orchard, Kentucky. 2022-09-26T17:59:06+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2022/06/07/stepping-out-in-obedience/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/dsc_0308a-1.jpgDSC_0308ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/dsc_0638.jpgDSC_0638https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/dsc_0608a.jpgDSC_0608ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/dsc_0428a.jpgDSC_0428ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/dsc_0312.jpgDSC_0312https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/dsc_0308a.jpgDSC_0308ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/dsc_0298.jpgDSC_0298https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/dsc_0288.jpgDSC_0288https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/dsc_0236.jpgDSC_02362022-09-05T18:04:42+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2022/06/13/once-a-booth-brother-always-a-booth-brother/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/jim-brady-6.jpgJim Brady 6https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/jim-brady-5.jpgJim Brady 5https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/jim-brady-4.jpgJim Brady 4https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/jim-brady-3.jpgJim Brady 3https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/jim-brady-2.jpgJim Brady 2https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/jim-brady-1.jpgJim Brady 12022-09-05T18:04:05+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2022/06/20/the-message-has-never-changed/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/dsc_0510-e1655746786289.jpgDSC_0510Scotty Inman (left) dodges the white handkerchief whipped by his father, Clayton Inman, as Triumphant Quartet sings "White Flag of Surrender" at Sand Spring Baptist on June 9. Others in the photo are Triumphant's David Sutton and Eric Bennett. (All photos by John Herndon.)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/dsc_0435-e1655747110510-1-e1655747151673.jpgDSC_0435https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/dsc_0389.jpgDSC_0389https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/dsc_0347.jpgDSC_0347https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/dsc_0272.jpgDSC_0272https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/triumphant-2014.jpgTriumphant 20142022-09-05T18:02:39+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2022/07/25/where-hes-supposed-to-be/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/dsc_0309.jpgDSC_0309https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/dsc_0384a.jpgDSC_0384ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/dsc_0370a.jpgDSC_0370ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/dsc_0198a.jpgDSC_0198ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/dsc_0084a.jpgDSC_0084ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/dsc_0057a.jpgDSC_0057ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/dsc_0007a.jpgDSC_0007a2022-09-05T18:02:12+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2022/05/27/highway-62-jubilee-to-celebrate-second-year-of-free-southern-gospel-concerts/2022-06-16T20:02:44+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2022/05/11/old-souls-happy-to-share-traditional-message-with-new-fans/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/dsc_0790.jpgDSC_0790https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/dsc_1294a.jpgDSC_1294ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/dsc_1169.jpgDSC_1169https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/dsc_0946.jpgDSC_0946https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/dsc_0920a.jpgDSC_0920ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/dsc_0868.jpgDSC_0868https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/dsc_0824.jpgDSC_0824https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/dsc_0768a.jpgDSC_0768a2023-08-26T17:16:26+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2022/05/04/old-time-clappin-time-gospel-time/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/p1011066.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/p1011171a.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/p1011145.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/p1011118a.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAThe Old Time Preachers Quartet at Sand Spring Baptist Church. From left are substitute bass Mike Keller, baritone Les Butler, tenor Tim Owens and lead Adam Borden. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/p1011101a.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/p1011085a.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/p1011074-e1651694859538.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAAdam Borden emphasizes a point by clutching a Bible during a song. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/p1011058a.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA2022-06-02T20:35:31+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2022/06/02/a-faithful-god-in-an-unpredictable-world/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/dsc_0525.jpgdsc_0525https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/dsc_0641a-1.jpgDSC_0641ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/dsc_0582.jpgDSC_0582https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/dsc_0574a.jpgDSC_0574ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/dsc_0515.jpgDSC_0515https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/dsc_0471.jpgDSC_0471https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/dsc_0468.jpgDSC_0468https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/dsc_0401.jpgDSC_0401https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/dsc_0390.jpgDSC_0390https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/dsc_0249.jpgDSC_02492022-06-02T21:45:19+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2022/04/06/just-picking-for-jesus/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/dsc_0058.jpgDSC_0058https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/dsc_0105.jpgDSC_0105https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/dsc_0114.jpgDSC_0114https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/dsc_0080.jpgDSC_0080https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/dsc_0065.jpgDSC_0065https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/dsc_0052.jpgDSC_0052https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/dsc_0125a.jpgDSC_0125aThe Ol' Elkhorn Pickers Club performs at Sand Spring Baptist Church on March 31, 2022. From left are bassist Gary Mitchell, Jeff Brewer, rhythm guitarist David Rayborn, drummer Ken King and guitarist Joel Miller. Behind Miller is keyboardist Rodney Smith.2022-05-27T16:43:08+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2022/01/28/his-heart-is-with-the-rockets/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/dsc_0773a.jpgDSC_0773ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/dsc_0686a.jpgDSC_0686ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/dsc_0682a.jpgDSC_0682ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/dsc_0553a.jpgDSC_0553ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/dsc_0547a.jpgDSC_0547ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/dsc_0545a.jpgDSC_0545ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/dsc_0539a.jpgDSC_0539ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/dsc_0537a.jpgDSC_0537a2022-05-27T16:42:19+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2022/01/12/common-bonds-journey-anything-but-common/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/dsc_0228a.jpgDSC_0228ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/dsc_0198a.jpgDSC_0198aBaritone Bob Melford lives in Cincinnati.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/dsc_0186a.jpgDSC_0186ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/dsc_0179a.jpgDSC_0179ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/dsc_0146a.jpgDSC_0146aTenor Lee McCarren, of Blanchester, Ohio.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/dsc_0103a.jpgDSC_0103aRick Melton, lead singer and one of the founding members of Common Bond Quartet. (All photos by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/dsc_0101a.jpgDSC_0101a2022-05-27T16:41:25+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2022/02/15/eugene-hoffman-to-appear-at-glensboro-baptist/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/img-5062.jpgIMG-50622022-03-30T13:15:59+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2021/07/03/a-menu-of-glorifying-god/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/lee-wljc-facebook.jpgLee WLJC Facebookhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/lee-fb.jpgLee FBhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/lee-collins-facebook.jpgLee Collins Facebookhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/dsc_0540-e1625333182851.jpgDSC_0540Lee Collins is all smiles as his Billy Ray's Restaurant is nearly full at lunch time on June 22, 2021. Collins runs his restaurant on the Christian principles of which he sings.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/dsc_0538.jpgDSC_05382022-01-14T01:36:10+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2021/12/01/pointing-people-to-the-cross/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/dsc_0144a.jpgDSC_0144aGreater Vision sings at Sand Spring Baptist Church on November 18. From left are Gerald Wolfe, Jon Epley, Rodney Griffin and Chris Allman. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/dsc_0136a.jpgDSC_0136ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/dsc_0103a.jpgDSC_0103aGreater Vision brought one of the concert season's largest crowds to Sand Spring Baptist Church on November 18. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/dsc_0083a-e1638370859867.jpgDSC_0083aJon Epley.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/dsc_0081a.jpgDSC_0081aJon Epley sings at Sand Spring Baptist Church on November 18.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/dsc_0051a.jpgDSC_0051ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/dsc_0023a.jpgDSC_0023aFordsville, Ky., native Jon Epley sings during Greater Vision's concert at Sand Spring Baptist Church on November 18. (All photos by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/dsc_0010a.jpgDSC_0010a2022-01-13T20:30:06+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2021/06/21/living-the-music/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/dsc_0489-e1624312881633.jpgDSC_0489Clayton Inman delivers a fan favorite, "White Flag," near the end of Triumphant Quartet's concert at Sand Spring Baptist Church. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/dsc_0476a.jpgDSC_0476ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/dsc_0355-e1624313245570.jpgDSC_0355Triumphant Quartet performs "Sing Hallelujah" from the Bigger Than Sunday album. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/dsc_0340a.jpgDSC_0340ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/dsc_0272.jpgDSC_0272https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/dsc_0271a.jpgDSC_0271ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/dsc_0260.jpgDSC_0260https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/dsc_0256-e1624313626869.jpgDSC_0256Triumphant Quartet singing its most recent single, "He Walked Out."2021-12-15T17:06:04+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2021/09/07/the-american-face-speaks-to-todays-world/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/sonya-mandolin-01.jpgSonya mandolin 01https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/lily-the-american-face-01.jpgLily The American Face 01https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/ben-isaacs-01.jpgBen Isaacs 01https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/becky-coffmania.jpgBecky Coffmania2021-12-15T17:04:40+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2021/09/03/opening-doors-in-a-grand-fashion/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/dsc_0800.jpgDSC_0800https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/dsc_0790.jpgDSC_0790https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/sonya-01a.jpgSonya 01ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/lily-01a.jpgLily 01ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/isaacs-01a.jpgIsaacs 01ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/ben-01-a.jpgBen 01 ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/becky-01a.jpgBecky 01a2021-12-15T17:03:40+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2021/07/20/out-of-the-ordinary-career-for-the-extraordinary-message/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/steve-cover-e1626835810419.jpgSteve coverOwensboro native Steve Bridgmon, one of the hottest names in Christian country.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/img_8419-2.jpgIMG_8419 (2)Steve Bridgmon performs on the stage at the Grand Ole Opry House during the 2018 Inspirational Country Music Association Awards. (Photo courtesy Steve Bridgmon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/facetune_28-11-2018-12-27-53-1.jpgFacetune_28-11-2018-12-27-53 (1)Steve Bridgmon at work in the studio. (Photo courtesy Steve Bridgmon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/bridgmon-and-john.jpgBridgmon and JOhnSteve Bridgmon, left, and KentuckySings.com owner John Herndon ham it up about their mutual admiration for Johnny Cash. They met at Brooks Cafe in Sonora, Ky. (Photo by Stephanie Herndon)2021-12-15T17:02:23+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2021/08/19/coffmania-is-coming/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/louis-coffman.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/lily-e1629420470142.jpgLilyLily Isaacs. (Photo by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/isaacs-1-e1629420221646.jpgIsaacs 1The Isaacs sing "The Lord's Prayer" during a concert at Sand Spring Baptist Church in 2016. (Photo by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/coffmans-e1629420573429.jpgCoffmansThe Coffmans sing with Adam Crabb at Mt. Sterling, Ky., in May. (Photo by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/coffmans-posed.pngCoffmans posedThe Coffmans will be hosting Coffmania at their home church, Danville Church of God, on Aug. 28 at 6 p.m. From left are Louis, Tamra and Canaan Coffman. (Photo courtesy of The Coffmans.)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/cami-shrock.jpgCami Shrock2021-12-15T16:59:51+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2021/05/17/bringing-joy-receiving-joy/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/dsc_0251a.jpgDSC_0251ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/dsc_0219a.jpgDSC_0219ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/dsc_0216a.jpgDSC_0216ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/dsc_0165a-copy.jpgDSC_0165a - Copyhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/dsc_0142a-copy.jpgDSC_0142a - Copyhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/dsc_0140a-copy.jpgDSC_0140a - Copyhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/dsc_0137a-copy.jpgDSC_0137a - Copyhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/dsc_0125a-copy.jpgDSC_0125a - Copyhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/dsc_0034a-copy.jpgDSC_0034a - Copyhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/dsc_0030a-copy.jpgDSC_0030a - Copy2021-12-15T16:58:50+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2021/05/10/bringin-it/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/dsc_0191a.jpgDSC_0191aAdam Crabb at Mt. Sterling, Ky., May 8, 2021.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/dsc_0172a.jpgDSC_0172ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/dsc_0154a.jpgDSC_0154aAdam Crabb bringing the house down with a rousing performance in Mt. Sterling, Ky., on May 8, 2021.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/dsc_0152a.jpgDSC_0152ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/crabbadj.jpgCrabbadjAdam Crabb in concert at Life Impact Church, Mt. Sterling, Ky.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/bothadj.jpgbothadjAdam Crabb and The Coffmans team up on "Through it All" near the end of their Something Good concert. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/both.jpgbothhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/crabb.jpgCrabb2021-12-15T16:58:13+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2021/10/20/life-is-very-good-for-the-kingsmens-alan-kendall/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/dsc_0217a.jpgDSC_0217aAlan Kendall at Sand Spring.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/dsc_0169a.jpgDSC_0169aThe Kingsmen during their concert at Sand Spring Baptist Church on Oct. 14. From left are Chris Jenkins, Chris Bryant, Alan Kendall and Ray Dean Reese.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/dsc_0113a.jpgDSC_0113aThe Kingsmen Quartet. From left are Alan Kendall, Ray Dean Reese, Chris Jenkins and Chris Bryant.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/dsc_0080a.jpgDSC_0080ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/dsc_0079a.jpgDSC_0079a2021-12-15T16:56:50+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2021/12/04/chris-golden-honored-to-sing-at-glensboro/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/thank-god-for-kids.jpgThank God For Kidshttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/chris-on-piano.jpgChris on pianohttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/chris-hymns.jpgChris Hymnshttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/chris-golden.jpgChris Goldenhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/chris-golden-2.jpgChris Golden 2https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/chris-golden-1.jpgChris Golden 1https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/chris-and-elijah.jpgChris and Elijah2021-12-15T16:55:50+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/partners-in-ministry/2021-10-14T22:09:48+00:00weekly0.6https://kentuckysings.com/2021/04/08/triumphant-has-changing-sound-just-a-little-and-unchanging-message/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/dsc_0927a.jpgDSC_0927ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/dsc_0010a.jpgDSC_0010ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/dsc_0998-1.jpgDSC_0998https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/dsc_0991.jpgDSC_0991https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/dsc_0922.jpgDSC_0922https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/dsc_1002a.jpgDSC_1002ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/dsc_0881.jpgDSC_0881https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/dsc_0880.jpgDSC_0880https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/dsc_0873.jpgDSC_0873https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/dsc_0869a.jpgDSC_0869a2023-07-28T16:55:42+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2021/05/07/a-nice-problem-to-have/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/otpq1.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/noblemen-kingsmen.jpgNoblemen Kingsmenhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/hymn-sing.jpgHymn Singhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/coffmans.jpgCoffmanshttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/chris-1.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA2021-05-11T01:24:18+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2021/01/04/masters-trio-is-now-the-crown-quartet/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/masters-trio-1.jpgMaster's Trio 1https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/csc_3597_edited-1.jpgCSC_3597_edited-12022-02-05T20:44:07+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2020/12/05/winchester-musicianary-releases-innovative-christmas-ep/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/trish.jpgTrish2020-12-11T15:18:52+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2020/12/06/year-of-discord-a-great-time-for-living-in-harmony/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/dsc_0051a.jpgDSC_0051ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/dave-taylor.jpgDave Taylor2020-12-07T12:03:27+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2020/10/24/an-indescribable-night-of-incredible-blessings/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/dsc_0406a.jpgDSC_0406ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/dsc_0347a.jpgDSC_0347ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/dsc_0310a.jpgDSC_0310ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/dsc_0248a.jpgDSC_0248ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/dsc_0231a.jpgDSC_0231ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/dsc_0204a.jpgDSC_0204ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/dsc_0179a.jpgDSC_0179ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/dsc_0147a.jpgDSC_0147ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/dsc_0106a.jpgDSC_0106ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/dsc_0081a.jpgDSC_0081a2021-04-08T15:07:29+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2020/09/28/putting-a-smile-on-your-face/2023-07-08T16:49:32+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2020/09/05/nelons-to-return-to-kentucky-thursday/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/nelons.jpgNelonshttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/nelons-filtered.jpgNelons Filteredhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/dsc_0233-1-e1599325000184.jpgDSC_0233The Nelons perform at David's Fork Baptist Church, near Lexington, in July, 2019. From left are Autumn Nelon Clark, Amber Nelon Kistler, Kelly Nelon Clark and Jason Clark. 2020-09-05T17:23:18+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2020/09/01/with-jay-parrack-its-about-being-real/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/dsc_0061a.jpgDSC_0061aThe LeFevre Quartet. From left, Will Lane, Jay Parrack, Jordan LeFevre and Mike LeFevre. Pianist Bryan Elliott is not in the photo. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/dsc_0054a.jpgDSC_0054Ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/dsc_0228a-1.jpgDSC_0228ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/dsc_0136a.jpgDSC_0136aMike LeFevre, right, introduces Jay Parrack to the crowd at Highland Baptist. In rear is Jordan LeFevre. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/dsc_0212a.jpgDSC_0212aJay Parrack delivers the solo on "Between Prayer and the Answer" as Bryan Elliott plays the keyboard behind him. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/dsc_0169a.jpgDSC_0169aTenor Jay Parrack takes the lead during the LeFevre Quartet concert at Shelbyville's Highland Baptist Church, August 30. From left are Parrack, lead Jordan LeFevre, baritone Mike LeFevre and bass Will Lane. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/dsc_0124a.jpgDSC_0124ahttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/dsc_0228a.jpgDSC_0228aJay Parrack gets excited during a song in Sunday's concert at Highland Baptist Church in Shelbyville.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/dsc_0118a-1.jpgDSC_0118aJay Parrack and Mike LeFevre (right) react to a piano solo by the LeFevre Quartet's Bryan Elliott. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/dsc_0075a-copy-1.jpgDSC_0075a - CopyJay Parrack hams it up during a song in Sunday's concert at Shelbyville's Highland Baptist Church. (All photos by John Herndon)2022-09-20T16:16:26+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/services-we-offer/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/dsc_0668-e1595467653977.jpgDSC_0668Ricky Skaggs at Renfro Valley, Ky. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/dsc_0241.jpgDSC_0241https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/dsc_0459.jpgDSC_0459Larry Gatlin at the Kentucky State Fair.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/dsc_0427.jpgDSC_0427The Oak Ridge Boys at Renfro Valley.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/speers.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAAllison Speer and Ben Waites.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/scotty-inman.jpgScotty InmanScotty Inman of Triumphant Quartet.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/otpq.jpgOTPQThe Old Time Preachers Quartet.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/noblemenactionbw.jpgNoblemenActionBWThe Noblemen of Shelbyville, Ky.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/john-and-rodney-griffin.jpgJohn and Rodney GriffinJohn Herndon (right) interviewing Greater Vision's Rodney Griffin at the 2019 National Quartet Convention.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/dsc_0622.jpgDSC_0622Joseph Habedank.2020-07-23T14:17:24+00:00weekly0.6https://kentuckysings.com/who-we-are/2020-07-23T01:41:12+00:00weekly0.6https://kentuckysings.com/what-we-are-about/2020-07-23T01:32:13+00:00weekly0.6https://kentuckysings.com/2020/07/22/noblemen-ready-to-sing-share-new-cd/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/noblemen-3.jpgNoblemen 3The Noblemen perform at the 2019 Kentucky State Fair Gospel Music Showcase. They were named the best quartet on the program.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/noblemen-2.jpgNoblemen 2https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/noblemen-1.jpgNoblemen 1https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/noblemen-action-1.jpgNoblemen action 1https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/noblemenaction-e1595423748791.jpgNoblemenActionThe Noblemen, shown in concert at Christiansburg Baptist Church in 2019, have a new CD project. From left are David Martin, bass; Tracy Bertram, baritone; Garry Polston, lead; and Chris Daniel, tenor.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/noblemen-lburg.jpgNoblemen LburgThe Noblemen sing at Lawrenceburg Green on July 5, their only Kentucky performance since March. (Photos by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/noblemen-cd.jpgNOblemen CD'Going Strong' is available at Noblemen concerts or by contacting the group through its Facebook page.2020-07-22T14:20:21+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2020/07/01/pedal-down-volume-up/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/coffmanssandspring.jpgCoffmansSandspringhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/dsc_0528-e1593657475189.jpgDSC_0528https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/dsc_0523-e1593657291530.jpgDSC_0523Louis Coffman at Coffmania last October.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/dsc_0492-e1593657401321.jpgDSC_0492Tamra and Canaan Coffman at Coffmania last October.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/dsc_0444.jpgDSC_0444https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/dsc_0431-e1593656975380.jpgDSC_0431Canaan Coffman solos during Coffmania last October. She will be attending Campbellsville University this fall. (Photos by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/dsc_0411.jpgDSC_0411https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/dsc_0405-e1593656809998.jpgDSC_0405Tamra Coffman sings at Coffmania last October. The event was held in The Coffmans' home church in Danville, Ky.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/dsc_0142-2.jpgDSC_0142 (2)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/dsc_0086-e1593657164137.jpgDSC_0086The Coffmans perform at Sand Spring Baptist Church in Lawrenceburg last Dec. 31. The group has a distinctive family sound and a strong family ministry. 2020-07-02T02:47:36+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2020/06/16/singing-to-spread-the-word/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/land-2-e1592346628816.jpegLand 2The Land Family in concert. (Photo courtesy The Land Family)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/land-1-e1592346447893.jpegLand 1Joe Land, left, and his sister, Sharon Kramer, have been sharing the gospel in song since 1983. (Photo courtesy The Land Family)2020-06-16T22:35:50+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2020/04/16/praise-him-anyway/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/beyond-grace-pic-3-adj-a.jpgbeyond grace pic 3 ADJ ADeanna Boone and her son, Matthew Armstrong, came together to form Beyond Grace last year. The duo is turning heads in Kentucky gospel concerts. (Photo furnished)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/beyond-grace-pic-1-adj.jpgbeyond grace pic 1 ADJhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/beyond-grace-06.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAMatthew Armstrong sings during Beyond Grace's concert at Sand Spring Baptist on March 5. (Photo by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/beyond-grace-05.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/beyond-grace-04.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAMatthew Armstrong (Photo by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/beyond-grace-03.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERABeyond Grace at Sand Spring Baptist Church on March 5.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/beyond-grace-02.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERADeanna Boone (Photo by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/beyond-grace-01.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERADeanna Boone solos during Beyond Grace's performance at Sand Spring Baptist Church on March 5. (Photo by John Herndon)2020-04-17T17:33:03+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2020/04/01/staying-true-to-their-calling/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/owensborden.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERATim Owens (left) and Adam Borden put their emotions into a song during the Old Time Preachers Quartet concert at Sand Spring Baptist Church on March 5. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/holcomb2.jpgHolcomb2https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/holcomb.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERABass singer Mike Holcomb makes a point during a song in the Old Time Preachers Quartet concert at Sand Spring Baptist Church on March 5. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/group.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAThe Old Time Preachers Quartet sings at Sand Spring Baptist Church on March 5, 2020.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/butler2.jpgButler2Les Butler sings during a concert at Sand Spring Baptist Church in 2019. (All photos by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/butler1.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERALes Butler on the keyboard at Sand Spring Baptist on March 5. 2020-04-01T23:40:35+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2020/03/19/music-ministry-can-be-fun/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/dsc_0830-e1584662361259.jpgDSC_0830The Waymakers of Lexington sing during their class-winning performance at the Gospel Music Showcase at the 2018 Kentucky State Fair. (Photo by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_24272-e1584661605491.jpgIMG_2427(2)The Waymakers of Lexington. From left are Jon Hurd, Lynn Hall, Rhonda Hancock, Cyndi Vogt and Pam Hurd. Seated at the piano is Tony Falconbury.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_1328-e1584661829263.jpegIMG_1328The Waymakers in concert. From left are Lynn Hall, Cyndi Vogt, David Falconbury, Jon Hurd, Pam Hurd and Rhonda Hancock. (All photos furnished.)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/fb_img_1532950739461.jpgFB_IMG_1532950739461The Waymakers of Lexington. Front row, from left: Lynn Hall, Cyndi Vogt, Rhonda Hancock and Pam Hurd. Back row: David Falconbury, Jon Hurd and Tony Hancock. 2020-03-20T00:02:29+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2020/02/19/noblemen-return-to-members-roots/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/noblemen-action-1.jpgNoblemen action 1The Noblemen, an acclaimed Southern Gospel quartet from Shelbyville, Ky., will be in concert at Mannsville United Methodist Church on Sunday, March 1. Group members are, from left: Chris Daniel, Garry Polston, Tracy Bertram and David Martin.2020-02-19T15:07:18+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2020/01/24/give-god-the-glory-in-all-things/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/skaggs.jpgSkaggsRicky Skaggs, during his concert at Renfro Valley in 2019. He sings many gospel songs in his shows and one of his encore songs that night was "Can't Shake Jesus."https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/oaks-christmas.jpgOaks ChristmasThe Oak Ridge Boys, during their Christmas concert at Renfro Valley in 2019. The concert was heavy on songs about the birth of Christ and their hits portion of the show included "Did I Make A Difference," a powerful song written by Bill Anderson and Rob Crosby. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/josh-turner.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAJosh Turner, in his concert at Renfro Valley in 2019. He devoted a good portion of his show to gospel music and sang the classic "Without Him" along with his megahit "Long Black Train."https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/img_2935.jpgIMG_2935I was privileged to interview Duane Allen in 2013. The Oak Ridge Boys' lead singer is one of the writers of "He Did It All For Me" and is a former church choir director.2020-01-24T17:14:24+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2020/01/01/life-is-good-for-steve-ladd/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/through-it-all.jpgThrough it allSteve Ladd manned a guitar as The Old Paths and The Coffmans joined forces on "Through It All."https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/dsc_0350-e1577932131369.jpgDSC_0350Steve Ladd solos as Doug Roark coaxes the crowd for a response. At far left is Tim Rackley and and right is Daniel Ashmore. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/dsc_0337-e1577931801101.jpgDSC_0337Steve Ladd is all smiles as he sings with The Old Paths Quartet at Sand Spring Baptist Church on Dec. 31.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/dsc_0257-e1577932022428.jpgDSC_0257Steve Ladd. (All photos by John Herndon.)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/dsc_0237.jpgDSC_0237https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/dsc_0196-e1577931936937.jpgDSC_0196Steve Ladd sings at Sand Spring Baptist Tuesday night. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/dsc_0155.jpgDSC_01552020-01-17T14:24:46+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2019/12/21/noblemen-still-singing-to-serve/2019-12-21T22:37:58+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2019/12/12/merry-down-home-christmas/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/down-home-cd.jpgDown Home CDhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/richard.jpgRichardBass singer Richard Sterban during the Oaks' concert at Renfro Valley in April 2019.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/oaks02.jpgOaks02The Oak Ridge Boys singing 'I'd Rather Have Jesus' during the April 2019 concert at Renfro Valley. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/oaks01.jpgOaks01The Oak Ridge Boys opened the Renfro Valley concert season before a packed house in April. They will close the season Sunday night as part of their 30th Christmas tour. From left are Joe Bonsall, Duane Allen, William Lee Golden and Richard Sterban.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/joe.jpgJoeJoe Bonsall sings during The Oak Ridge Boys' concert at Renfro Valley in April.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/joe-and-rex.jpgJoe and Rexhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/golden.jpgGoldenWilliam Lee Golden at The Oak Ridge Boys' Renfro Valley concert in April. Among the most popular of Oak Ridge Boys songs are his solos of 'Thank God for Kids' and 'I'd Rather Have Jesus.' https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/duane02.jpgDuane02Duane Allen, who joined The Oak Ridge Boys in 1966, sings lead during the April 2019 concert at Renfro Valley.2019-12-12T20:26:35+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2019/12/10/having-fun-while-praising-god/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/bts4.jpgBTS4The Band Table Singers, from left: Luke Vaught, Daniel Cambron, Justin Meredith and Aaron Cambron.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/bts3.jpgBTS3https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/bts-2-e1575985399161.pngBTS 2The Band Table Singers. (Photos courtesy Luke Vaught.)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/bts-1-e1575985311453.jpgBTS 1The Band Table Singers, from left, Justin Meredith, Daniel Cambron, Aaron Cambron, Andrew Nichols (on guitar) and Luke Vaught. Absent was Luke Edmunds.2019-12-10T14:11:08+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2019/12/07/sand-spring-announces-2020-schedule/2019-12-08T13:28:28+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2019/11/15/no-tears-just-worship/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/dsc_0622-e1573835084714.jpgDSC_0622Ruben Bean issues a heartfelt invitation at the end of The McKameys' concert at Sant Spring Baptist Church.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/dsc_0602.jpgDSC_0602https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/dsc_0516-e1573834891365.jpgDSC_0516Peg McKamey Bean waves her trademark handkerchief during a song at Sand Spring.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/dsc_0429-e1573834566178.jpgDSC_0429Ruben Bean. (All photos by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/dsc_0314-e1573834776261.jpgDSC_0314Sheryl Farris.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/dsc_0304-e1573834644370.jpgDSC_0304Roger, Connie and Eli Fortner.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/dsc_0542-e1573834083980.jpgDSC_0542The McKameys perform during their concert at Sand Spring Baptist Church, Nov. 14, 2019. From left are Roger Fortner, Peg McKamey Bean, Eli Fortner, Sheryl Farris, Connie Fortner and Ruben Bean.2019-11-15T20:48:53+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2019/11/08/bridging-a-path-between-the-gospel-and-his-roots/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/dsc_0035-e1573243598239.jpgDSC_0035Elliott McCoy (right), of Three Bridges, and John Herndon, of KentuckySings.com, pose for a photo during the 2019 National Quartet Convention. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/dsc_0032-e1573244158233.jpgDSC_0032Elliott McCoy (right) listens as John Herndon, of KentuckySings.com, asks questions in an interview at the National Quartet Convention. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/dsc_0030.jpgDSC_0030https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/dsc_0029-e1573244511281.jpgDSC_0029Elliott McCoy (right) poses for a photo with Larry Briscoe, of Sand Spring Baptist Church, and Stephanie Herndon, of KentuckySings.com, at the National Quartet Convention.2019-11-08T20:26:14+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2019/10/21/big-moments-for-a-great-god/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/sheryladj-e1571678594872.jpgSherylADJSheryl Bean Farris solos at the NQC Spring Break concert. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/rubenhof.jpgRubenHOFRuben Bean addresses the crowd during his ceremony of induction into the Southern Gospel Music Hall of Fame at the 2019 National Quartet Convention.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/rubenandpegbeanadj.jpgRubenAndPegBeanADJRuben Bean sings in the NQC Spring Break concert. He joined the McKameys when the McKamey sisters invited him to play guitar for them. A few years later, he and Peg married.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/rogeradj.jpgRogerADJRoger Fortner sings during the NQC Spring Break.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/reuben-bean.jpgReuben BeanWe were blessed to talk with Ruben Bean at the National Quartet Convention.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/pegbean03adj.jpgPegBean03ADJPeg McKamey Bean waves her trademark handkerchief while singing at the2019 National Quartet Convention in Pigeon Forge, Tenn. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/pegbean02adj.jpgPegBean02ADJPeg McKamey Bean, shown singing at the NQC Spring Break concert in April, puts everything into every song she sings. Behind her is her son-in-law, guitarist Roger Fortner. (All photos by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/pegbean01adj.jpgPegBean01ADJPeg Bean holds a Bible while singing at the NQC Spring Break concert. The McKameys strive build their ministry on The Word.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/mckameysspring01adj.jpgMcKameysSpring01ADJhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/mckameysnqcspring05.jpgMCkameysNQCSpring05The McKameys perform at the National Quartet Convention Spring Break Concert in Sevierville, Tenn., in April. From left are Peg McKamey Bean, Eli Fortner, Sheryl Farris, Connie Fortner and Ruben Bean. 2019-10-25T13:41:55+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2019/10/19/hoppers-keep-going-strong-sharing-never-changing-message-of-christ/2019-10-19T17:28:01+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/photos/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/dsc_0201.jpgDSC_0201https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/dsc_0199.jpgDSC_0199https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/dsc_0188-1.jpgDSC_0188https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/dsc_0186-1.jpgDSC_0186https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/dsc_0182.jpgDSC_0182https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/dsc_0162-1.jpgDSC_0162https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/dsc_0144.jpgDSC_0144https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/dsc_0142.jpgDSC_0142https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/dsc_0135.jpgDSC_0135https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/dsc_0126.jpgDSC_01262019-10-19T17:03:01+00:00weekly0.6https://kentuckysings.com/2019/10/09/coffmania-a-night-of-celebration/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/shireys-e1570627985758.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAThe Shireys perform at a Christmas concert at Sand Spring Baptist Church in Lawrenceburg. From left are Wayne and Darlene Shirey and their daughter, Rachael Shirey Flowers.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/coffmans-e1570627776483.jpgCoffmansThe Coffmans will be hosting Coffmania on Oct. 26 at Danville Church of God. From left are Tamra, Louis and Canaan Coffman. (Photo furnished)2019-10-09T13:41:52+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2019/10/02/a-talk-with-greater-visions-rodney-griffin/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/dsc_0241-e1570021985174.jpgDSC_0241Rodney Griffin, one of gospel music's most prolific singer/songwriters.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/dsc_0444.jpgDSC_0444https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/dsc_0387-e1570021736962.jpgDSC_0387Rodney Griffin sings "I Remember the Fish" at Sand Spring Baptist in July.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/dsc_0379.jpgDSC_0379https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/dsc_0443-e1570021826355.jpgDSC_0443https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/dsc_0329-e1570021639317.jpgDSC_0329Greater Vision, in concert at Sand Spring Baptist Church. From left are Gerald Wolfe, Jon Epley, Rodney Griffin and Chris Allman. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/dsc_0267-e1570021468755.jpgDSC_0267Rodney Griffin sings during a Greater Vision concert at Sand Spring Baptist Church in Lawrenceburg in July. (All photos by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/dsc_0260-e1570021179939.jpgDSC_0260Rodney Griffin draws a huge laugh during his remarks at Gerald Wolfe's induction into the Southern Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame on Sept. 24. From left are Wolfe's wife, Donna, Wolfe, Joseph Habedank, Griffin, Scott Fowler of Legacy Five (behind Griffin) and Jon Epley.2020-11-02T18:08:16+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2019/09/25/nqc-was-all-i-expected-and-more/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/jaystone-e1569463855634.jpgJayStoneFrom left, Emma Carter and Sharona Carter of the Jay Stone Singers, and Stephanie Herndon. We had met the Carters in the past at a concert and stay in touch with this exceptional family.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/lucas.jpgLucasWe ran into Lucas Vaught, of the Inspirations. A resident of Glasgow, Ky., we talked about our mutual friends and other connections even though it was our first time talking with this gifted musician.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/erwins.jpgErwinsStephanie Herndon wanted her photo with The Erwins, one of her favorite groups. From left are Kody Erwin, Keith Erwin, Stephanie Herndon, Katie Erwin and Kris Erwin.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/stephanie-and-donna-e1569462900551.jpgStephanie and DonnaStephanie Herndon, at right, had some fun talking with Gerald Wolfe's wife, Donna, about hairstyles. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/reuben-bean.jpgReuben BeanWhat a privilege to meet and talk with Reuben Bean, of the McKameys. He was inducted into the Southern Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame Tuesday. The McKameys are retiring on Nov. 23.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/michael-riddle.jpgMichael RiddleMichael Riddle, of The Primitive Quartet, talked about Blueridge guitars. He plays one on stage and I own one. That's about the extent of our similarities.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/clayton-inman.jpgClayton InmanI had to fist bump Clayton Inman, of Triumphant Quartet, when I saw him on Monday. It's a gesture tracing back to a Facebook post in which he was giving a virtural fist bump. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/in-press-room.jpgIn Press roomSet up and ready to go in the Media Room at the National Quartet Convention Monday. 2019-09-30T18:54:22+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2019/09/26/shaping-clay-jubilee-brings-monumental-event-to-eastern-kentucky-mountains/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/donnie-stevens.jpgDonnie StevensDonnie Stephens, one of the organizers of the Shaping Clay Jubilee.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/dsc_0685-e1569546843132.jpgDSC_0685The Old Time Preachers Quartet, shown in a recent concert at Sand Spring Baptist Church in Lawrenceburg, will be singing at Shaping Clay Jubilee on Saturday, Oct. 5.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/dsc_0441-e1569547037800.jpgDSC_0441The Hoppers, shown at the NQC Spring Break Concert in April, are part of the Shaping Clay Jubilee lineup. (Photo by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/p1123852-e1569547246216.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAThe Isaacs are part of the Saturday lineup at Shaping Clay Jubilee. (File photo by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/dsc_0435.jpgDSC_0435https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/dsc_0098-e1569547136389.jpgDSC_0098Jeff and Sheri Easter sing at the National Quartet Convention on Sept. 22. They will be part of the Shaping Clay Jubilee lineup. (Photo by John Herndon)2019-09-27T01:39:53+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2019/09/18/being-available-to-the-lord/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/porter2crop-1.jpgPorter2cropBrandon Porter sings at the Kentucky State Fair. His son, Jameson, in rear, played the cajon while Brandon sang. (Photo by John Herndon.)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/porter2crop.jpgPorter2crophttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/porter-preaching.jpgPorter preachingBrandon Porter preaching during his time at Glasgow's Immanuel Baptist Church. (Photo furnished)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/dsc_0327-e1568826970523.jpgDSC_0327https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/dsc_0326.jpgDSC_0326https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/dsc_0322.jpgDSC_0322https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/brandon-shepherdsville-e1568827458982.jpgBrandon ShepherdsvilleBrandon Porter singing at the Shepherdsville Opry in 2014. (Photo furnished)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/brandon-porter.jpgBrandon PorterBrandon Porter performs at the Kentucky State Fair. It was his first public appearance as a soloist since suffering a stroke in 2015. (Photo by John Herndon)2019-09-18T20:24:30+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/contact/2019-09-15T19:13:36+00:00weekly0.6https://kentuckysings.com/2019/09/11/unexpected-blessings/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/masters-trio-3.jpgMaster's trio 3The Master's Trio accepts the First Place ribbon at the Kentucky State Fair. From left are Scott Christmas of the Kentucky Farm Bureau, Steve Black, Mike Chatterton and Kevin Willis. (Photo by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/masters-trio-2.jpgMasters Trio 2The Master's Trio at the Kentucky State Fair.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/masters-trio-1-e1568202069585.jpgMaster's Trio 1The Master's Trio performs "Every Word" at the Kentucky State Fair. (Photo by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/dsc_0364.jpgDSC_0364https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/dsc_0362-e1568202367423.jpgDSC_0362The Master's Trio at the Kentucky State Fair. (Photo by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/dsc_0346-e1568202260154.jpgDSC_0346From left, Kevin Willis, Mike Chatterton and Steve Black make up The Master's Trio. (Photo by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/trio-e1568201945613.jpgTrioThe Master's Trio, from left, Kevin Willis, Steve Black and Mike Chatterton, formed in 2017 with the current alignment coming together last year. The group was named Best in Show at the Kentucky State Fair last month. (Photo furnished)2019-09-12T15:42:27+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2019/09/04/montgomery-family-excited-about-first-concert-trip-to-the-bluegrass/2019-09-04T16:30:33+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2019/07/27/god-is-the-beginning-of-everything/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/dsc_0782-1.jpgDSC_0782https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/dsc_0771-e1564247253556.jpgDSC_0771Dennis Parker mans the mandolin and sings background vocals for Ricky Skaggs at Renfro Valley on July 20.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/dsc_0760-e1564247390231.jpgDSC_0760Dennis Parker, back, has a big smile as Kentucky Thunder members Mike Barnett, on the fiddle, and Jake Workman perform at Renfro Valley. "This group of guys is incredibly versatile," Dennis says.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/dsc_0665-e1564247984303.jpgDSC_0665Ricky Skaggs sings with Dennis Parker on the background vocals.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/dsc_0624-e1564247165435.jpgDSC_0624Dennis Parker, right, sings harmony for Ricky Skaggs at Renfro Valley.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/dsc_0580-e1564248080503.jpgDSC_05802023-12-19T21:01:06+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2019/08/12/victory-road-to-host-second-hymn-sing/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/vroad-e1565659152480.jpgVroadVictory Road will be hosting its second Gospel Hymn Sing and Concert Friday at Spencer Christian Church in Fisherville, Ky. Members are, front row, from left: Larry Dennison, David Jones, David Stephens and Carroll Ingram. Back row: Tim Edwards, Freddie Sharp and Jerry Franklin.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/noblemen.jpgnoblemenThe Noblemen will be singing. They are, from left, Chris Daniel, Garry Polston and Tracy Bertram. In front is David Martin. (All photos furnished)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/jaydee.jpgJaydeeAcclaimed gospel pianist Jaydee Miller will be leading an instrumental prelude to the Hymn Sing.2019-08-13T01:44:08+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2019/08/07/after-43-years-jay-stone-singers-still-about-ministry/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/dsc_0999-e1565191855615.jpgDSC_0999Bobby Carter sings during the Jay Stone Singers' concert at Sand Spring Baptist Church.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/dsc_0987-e1565192356298.jpgDSC_0987Sharona Carter reacts to one of her husband's jokes during a concert at Sand Spring Baptist. (All photos by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/dsc_0985-e1565191402838.jpgDSC_0985The Jay Stone Singers perform at Sand Spring Baptist Church on July 25. From left are Emma Carter, Sharona Stone Carter and Bobby Carter. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/dsc_0957-e1565192030760.jpgDSC_0957Sharona Stone Carter, whose father formed the Jay Stone Singers in 1976, sings at Sand Spring. She says she is drawn to songs that remind us to rely on God through all of life's situations.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/dsc_0887-e1565192282592.jpgDSC_0887Emma Carter, shown at Sand Spring Baptist, recently graduated from Methodist University and is looking at a career as a physician's assistant while continuing to serve in her family's ministry.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/dsc_0884-e1565192531771.jpgDSC_0884The Jay Stone Singers.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/dsc_0133.jpgDSC_0133https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/dsc_0058-e1575770823223.jpgDSC_0058The Jay Stone Singers have become a favorite artist at Sand Spring. The group will return on Nov. 12, 2020 with Greater Vision.2019-08-07T15:43:45+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2019/07/31/an-amazing-testimony/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/dsc_0021.jpgDSC_0021Ann Downing and me.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/dsc_0019-1.jpgDSC_0019Ann Downing and Stephanie Herndon.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/dsc_0010-1-e1564594104809.jpgDSC_0010Ann Downing listens as a fan shares with her following Sunday's concert.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/dsc_0007.jpgDSC_0007https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/dsc_0005-e1564593830954.jpgDSC_0005Ann Downing sings at Cornerstone Church of The Nazarene in Frankfort, Ky., on July 28https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/dsc_0003.jpgDSC_0003Ann Downing in concert.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/dsc_0002-e1564593766545.jpgDSC_0002Ann Downing opens her concert with a stirring rendition of the hymn, 'My Savior's Love.'2022-04-30T23:18:06+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2018/06/06/playing-for-the-one-who-gives-the-gift/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/dsc_0435.jpgDSC_0435https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/dsc_0559-e1528334581332.jpgDSC_0559Chris Golden, right, and his son, Elijah, sing at Renfro Valley2019-07-30T17:07:09+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2019/07/22/just-give-him-jesus/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/dsc_0782-e1563852187868.jpgDSC_0782Dennis Parker, right, plays rhythm guitar while Ricky Skaggs solos on the mandolin at Renfro Valley.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/dsc_0781-e1563852605981.jpgDSC_0781Dennis Parker, right, is happy today after he allowed God to work in his life. (All photos by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/dsc_0772-e1563852739202.jpgDSC_0772Dennis Parker, right, sings harmony as Ricky Skaggs sings "Can't Shake Jesus."https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/dsc_0728-e1563852034728.jpgDSC_0728Dennis Parker, right, takes the lead on "Carolina in My Mind" as country and bluegrass legend Ricky Skaggs sings harmony at Renfro Valley on July 20. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/dsc_0726-e1563852985859.jpgDSC_0726Dennis Parker of Ricky Skaggs' Kentucky Thunder. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/dsc_0715-e1563852321761.jpgDSC_0715Dennis Parker plays the fiddle between Ricky Skaggs, left, and Paul Brewster. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/dsc_0593-e1563852494125.jpgDSC_0593Country and bluegrass legend Ricky Skaggs, left, and Dennis Parker.2019-07-23T16:26:00+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2019/07/16/new-speer-family-striving-to-let-the-songs-go-on-again/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/p5161358.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/p5161345.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/p5161339.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERABrian and Allison Speer during the New Speer Family concert at Sand Spring Baptist.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/p5161317-e1563300393157.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERABrian Speer had been off the road 36 years when he decided to revive the Speer Family music with The New Speer Family. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/p5161303-e1563301056920.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/p5161299-e1563300641526.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAVeteran bass Mike Allen delivers a smooth solo at Sand Spring.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/p5161296-e1563300836420.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERABen Waites impressed Brian and Allison Speer with his desire to become a gospel singer. He is the lead in The News Speer Family. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/dsc_0205-e1563300189706.jpgDSC_0205The New Speer Family performed at Sand Spring Baptist Church in May. The group got together in 2018 as Brian Speer wanted to keep the songs of his legendary family going. From left are Brian Speer, Allison Speer, Ben Waites and Mike Allen. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/dsc_0137-e1563300560993.jpgDSC_0137Allison Speer shares some fun stories during a concert at Sand Spring Baptist.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/dsc_0061-e1563300981489.jpgDSC_0061The New Speer Family during the concert at Sand Spring Baptist.2020-05-19T00:50:00+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2019/07/13/back-where-they-started/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/noblemen-cropped-1.jpgNoblemen croppedThe Noblemen Quartet sings at David's Fork Baptist Church on July 11.2019-07-14T17:46:26+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2019/04/09/making-a-difference-with-a-heart-of-faith/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/dsc_0473-e1554852103182.jpgDSC_0473Roger Eaton, left, sings "Elvira" with bassist Scotty Simpson and Duane Allen Saturday at Renfro Valley. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/dsc_0466.jpgDSC_0466https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/dsc_0430-e1554852333831.jpgDSC_0430Roger Eaton, playing the acoustic guitar, backs up Duane Allen in performing "There Will Be Light" at Renfro Valley.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/dsc_0341.jpgDSC_0341https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/dsc_0211-e1554851859161.jpgDSC_0211With William Lee Golden looking on, Roger Eaton solos during Saturday's Oak Ridge Boys concert at Renfro Valley. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/dsc_0203-e1554852006364.jpgDSC_0203Roger Eaton, center, jams with Oak Ridge Boys' fiddle player Rex Wiseman and rhythm guitarist Jeffrey Douglas during Saturday's show at Renfro Valley. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/dsc_0133.jpgDSC_0133https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/dsc_0120-e1554851643850.jpgDSC_0120Oak Ridge Boys' lead guitarist and Corbin, Ky. native Roger Eaton, right, solos during the "Did I Make A Difference?" at Renfro Valley Saturday night. At left is Oaks tenor Joe Bonsall. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/dsc_0087.jpgDSC_0087https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/dsc_0037-e1554852496643.jpgDSC_0037Oak Ridge Boys' lead guitarist Roger Eaton. 2019-06-21T22:04:20+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2019/05/31/last-two-concerts-have-combined-the-past-and-present/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/speers-e1559348995789.jpgSpeersThe New Speer Family, from left, Allison Speer, Brian Speer, Ben Waites and Mike Allen. They were in concert at Sand Spring Baptist Church on May 16, 2019.2019-06-21T15:30:14+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2019/06/06/the-first-face-ill-see-will-be-jesus/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/marlanaadj1.jpegMarlanaADJ(1)Marlana VanHoose will be in concert at Graefenburg Christian Church, June 30.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/img_5229.jpgIMG_5229Marlana VanHoose plays the keyboard during a gospel concert. She says she is "God-taught." (Photo furnished)2019-07-26T15:31:36+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2019/06/18/his-heart-delivers-truth-in-latest-cd/2019-06-21T15:27:20+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2018/07/21/becoming-a-musician-ary/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/trish-torline-e1532216986813.jpgTrish TorlineTrish Torline performs while opening for The Martin Family Circus in 2016. God turned Torline's failed pursuit of a dream into a ministry sharing His grace. (Photo by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/img_0973-e1532217380611.jpgIMG_0973Trish Torline has recorded two Christian CDs, including "Live, Laugh, Love," released in 2011.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/36669197_10214869866693238_8846769620506378240_n.jpg36669197_10214869866693238_8846769620506378240_nAs part of her ministry, Trish Torline (center) leads worship. (Photo courtesy Trish Torline. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/36666068_10214869874573435_969799719901462528_n-e1532217154128.jpg36666068_10214869874573435_969799719901462528_nTrish Torline and her band perform at the Douglas Corner Cafe in Nashville in 1991. (Photo courtesy of Trish Torline)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/36628868_10214869869773315_3598814609840013312_n-e1532217317356.jpg36628868_10214869869773315_3598814609840013312_nTrish Torline appears as a guest on a Lexington radio station. (Photo courtesy Trish Torline)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/35781695_10156256914581590_8185271767032397824_n-e1532217575694.jpg35781695_10156256914581590_8185271767032397824_nTrish Torline, left, poses with her good friend, Winchester native Paul Martin, at the Clark County Fair in June. (Photo by John Herndon)2019-04-29T14:21:33+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2019/04/19/larry-steve-and-rudy-the-gatlins-proud-of-gospel-heritage/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/dsc_0452-e1555706698418.jpgDSC_0452Rudy Gatlinhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/dsc_0428-e1555706632607.jpgDSC_0428Larry Gatlin at the 2018 Kentucky State Fair.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/dsc_0414-e1555706144925.jpgDSC_0414Rudy Gatlin performs at the Kentucky State Fair last August. (Photo by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/dsc_0404-e1555706389968.jpgDSC_0404Steve Gatlin sings and plays bass at the Kentucky State Fair last August. (Photo by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/dsc_0389-e1555706662332.jpgDSC_0389Steve Gatlinhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/dsc_0371.jpgDSC_0371https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/dsc_0370-e1555706271817.jpgDSC_0370Larry Gatlin sings at the Kentucky State Fair last August. (Photo by John Herndonhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/gatlins-pic1.jpgGatlins Pic(1)They are now known as “Larry, Steve and Rudy, The Gatlin Brothers.” Fans will notice no change in the music, but the name reflects their tight family harmony. “This just tells who we are,” Rudy says. From left are Steve, Larry and Rudy Gatlin. (Photo courtesy Absolute Publicity)2022-11-02T21:03:20+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2019/04/13/tying-the-past-and-the-present/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/dsc_0217-2-e1555190726618.jpgDSC_0217 (2)Josh Parker interacts with some fans following a concert at Sand Spring Baptist Church.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/dsc_0212.jpgDSC_0212Ivan Parker sings as his son, Josh backs him on the guitar.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/dsc_0210.jpgDSC_0210https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/dsc_0205.jpgDSC_0205https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/dsc_0204.jpgDSC_0204https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/dsc_0201.jpgDSC_0201https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/dsc_0193-e1555190414803.jpgDSC_0193Josh Parker delivers a stirring rendition of 'How Great Thou Art' during a concert at Sand Spring Baptist Church. (All photos by John Herndon, KentuckySings.com)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/dsc_0189.jpgDSC_0189https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/dsc_0188.jpgDSC_0188https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/dsc_0180.jpgDSC_01802019-04-17T00:55:16+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2019/04/05/taking-their-songs-to-the-state/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/1-e1554474539704.jpg1Ramsey Nicholson and Rayna Warford appear at a Lawrenceburg restaurant last year. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/raynaramsey.jpgRaynaRamseyRayna Warford (left) and her sister, Ramsey Nicholson, will be performing at the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame on April 13. (Photo furnished)2019-04-05T19:22:44+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2019/04/02/finding-more-than-a-song/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/55646653_2261760304080012_5505665615500673024_n-e1554214514692.jpg55646653_2261760304080012_5505665615500673024_nLeslie Chrisman and her husband, Robert. She searched DNA databases for the father she never knew. He had been a regional gospel musician before passing away in 1994. She has a striking resemblance to him.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/img-1399-e1554214888284.jpgIMG-1399Song selections for "Travelling For The Lord."https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/img-1394-e1554213932743.jpgIMG-1394The cover of an album by The Ambassadors Quartet, of Hopkinsville, Ky. is a connection Leslie Chrisman has with the father she never knew, Howard Johnson. He's at the lower right in the photo.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/img-1391.jpgIMG-1391Notes from The Ambassadors Quartet album, 'Travelling For The Lord." 2019-04-03T02:08:31+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2019/03/27/joseph-habedank-lives-in-the-beauty-of-the-blood/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/dsc_0803.jpgDSC_0803https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/dsc_0693-e1553715455562.jpgDSC_0693Joseph Habedank at Stithton Baptist Church in Radcliff, Ky., in November.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/dsc_0622-e1553715194986.jpgDSC_0622Joseph Habedank is happy singing these days.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/dsc_0580-e1553715374794.jpgDSC_0580Joseph Habedank, left, and Kody Erwin on the Resurrection of Faith Tour.2019-03-27T19:39:02+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2019/03/26/his-heart-named-artist-in-residence-by-kentucky-music-hall-of-fame/2019-03-26T22:54:49+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/from-the-archives/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/11705548_10153391733181590_2926183721735292711_o.jpg11705548_10153391733181590_2926183721735292711_oBen Isaacs.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/11412013_10153391730491590_8331700356494967281_o.jpg11412013_10153391730491590_8331700356494967281_oLily Isaacs.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/11411873_10153391731241590_3299144310524375063_o.jpg11411873_10153391731241590_3299144310524375063_oSonya Isaacs Yeary.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/11411804_10153391730481590_1485950300042826839_o.jpg11411804_10153391730481590_1485950300042826839_oBecky Isaacs Bowman.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/10986496_10153391729976590_9134160621910400721_o.jpg10986496_10153391729976590_9134160621910400721_oThe Isaacs in concert at Sand Spring Baptist, Lawrenceburg, in 2015. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/johnandduaneallen.jpgJohn+and+Duane+AllenDuane Allen and I talked for 45 minutes before The Oak Ridge Boys took the stage at the Kentucky State Fair in Aug. 2013.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/oakridgeboys.jpgOakRidgeBoysThe Oaks at the Kentucky State Fair in 2013. This year will mark the 43rd consecutive year the Hall of Famers have appeared at the fair.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/oaks03.jpgOaks03Duane Allen interacts with some fans at the Oak Ridge Boys' show at the Kentucky State Fair in 2013. The Oaks return to Louisville on Aug. 19.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/thank-god-for-kids.jpgThank God For KidsThe Martin Family Circus opened for The Oak Ridge Boys at the Kentucky State Fair in 2016, then joined the Oaks on stage as they performed "Thank God For Kids."https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/p6104272.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA2019-03-19T14:04:00+00:00weekly0.6https://kentuckysings.com/2019/03/12/still-playing-after-all-these-years/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/53633592_2225166051069521_1911863223905157120_n.jpg53633592_2225166051069521_1911863223905157120_nThe Infinite Realm in 1981, upon the release of their third album. They are, from left, Dave Taylor, Ken Taylor, Neal Wright, Rick Mahoney (kneeling), Paul Wright, Ron Shelton and Tony Gossom.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/53402692_269572493935184_5656883850555424768_n-e1552439295455.jpg53402692_269572493935184_5656883850555424768_nThe Infinite Realm pose for a photo in the studio while recording their latest album, "Message of Love," at Ron Fairchild Music in 2017. In front are, from left, Rick Mahoney and Ron Fairchild, pianist for The Oak Ridge Boys. Back row: Paul Wright, Neal Wright, Tony Gossom, Greg Jennings of Restless Heart, Dave Taylor and Steve Brown. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/53402692_269572493935184_5656883850555424768_n1.jpg53402692_269572493935184_5656883850555424768_n(1)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/53371924_328393117810403_34966801930518528_n.jpg53371924_328393117810403_34966801930518528_nThe Infinite Realm in 1973 upon recording the group's first album. Front row, from left: Tony Gossom, Gary Kidwell and Steve Brown. Back row: Joel Wright, Dave Taylor, Neal Wright and Paul Wright. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/53327562_302584310439109_2159305914849427456_n.jpg53327562_302584310439109_2159305914849427456_nhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/53327562_302584310439109_2159305914849427456_n1-e1552438785472.jpg53327562_302584310439109_2159305914849427456_n(1)The Infinite Ream in April, 1971. From left are Tony Gossom, Steve Brown, pianist Nancy Petit Burrows, Dave Taylor and Neal Wright. (All photos courtesy Dave Taylor.)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/52504074_417768292294596_5237640011049861120_n-e1552436898349.jpg52504074_417768292294596_5237640011049861120_nThe Infinite Realm has been playing gospel music with a unique sound since 1969. They are, seated, from left: Paul Wright, drums; Steve Brown, tambourine; Neal Wright, keyboard/bass; and Dave Sherman, lead guitar. Back row: Dave Taylor, acoustic guitar; Ricky Mahoney, bass/piano/mandolin; Ken Boyer, sound engineer; and Tony Gossom, 12-string guitar. All but Boyer have vocal parts. 2019-03-14T17:09:03+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2019/03/08/great-future-building-on-the-past/2019-03-09T00:28:25+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2019/02/14/the-songs-keep-turning-for-victory-road/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/unnamed.jpgunnamedThe Hilltop Trio will be part of a Southern Gospel concert at Taylorsville's First Baptist Church on Feb. 24. They are, from left, Leigh Lilly, Kaye Etherington and Angie Woods.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/img_0285.jpgIMG_0285Victory Road will host a concert with Hilltop Trio on Feb. 24 at Taylorsville's First Baptist Church.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/img_0257-e1550163289887.jpgIMG_0257Victory Road, front row, from left: Carroll Ingram, David Stevens, David Jones and Larry Dennison. Back row: Tim Edwards, Freddie Sharp, Scott Riggs (sound) and Jerry Franklin.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/dsc_0869-e1550154586274.jpgDSC_0869Lead singer David Stevens, left, and tenor David Jones have been singing together since 1981.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/dsc_0862-e1550154799825.jpgDSC_0862Bass Jerry Franklin has been singing gospel around Kentucky for almost 50 years. He has two solo CDs.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/dsc_0854-e1550154492683.jpgDSC_0854Victory Road performs at the Kentucky State Fair last August. From left are David Stevens, David Jones, Larry Dennison, Jerry Franklin and Tim Edwards on keyboard.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/dsc_0846.jpgDSC_0846https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/dsc_0842.jpgDSC_0842https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/dsc_0838-e1550154706169.jpgDSC_0838Baritone Larry Dennison.2019-02-25T21:14:07+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2019/01/25/unchanging-message-in-changing-times/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/dsc_0198-e1548465909486.jpgdsc_0198The Legacy Five, from left, Scott Fowler, Josh Feemster, Scott Howard and Matt Fouch, get together in singing "When the Saints Go Marching In" at Sand Spring Baptist Church on Jan. 24. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/dsc_0170.jpgdsc_0170https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/dsc_0169-e1548466101112.jpgdsc_0169Legacy Five founding member Scott Fowler sings "Through it All" during the concert at Sand Spring Baptist Church. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/dsc_0168-e1548465981780.jpgdsc_0168Legacy Five pianist Josh Townsend delivers a tearful rendition of "God's Been Good."https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/dsc_0112-e1548466226859.jpgdsc_0112Tenor Josh Feemster. (All photos by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/dsc_0063-e1548466736850.jpgdsc_0063https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/dsc_0051-e1548466515915.jpgdsc_0051Bass singer Matt Fouch, a resident of Somerset, Ky.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/dsc_0049.jpgdsc_0049Baritone Scott Howard, who has been with Legacy Five from the beginning. 2019-01-26T01:39:48+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2019/01/18/i-left-a-job-i-had-loved/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/img_4674.jpgimg_4674With Bob Sellers. We talked gospel music, football and politics. Imagine that!!https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/img_4272.jpgimg_4272With Joseph Habedank. What a GREAT interview!!https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/img_0914.jpgimg_0914With William Lee Golden talking about singing "I'd Rather Have Jesus.".https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/dsc_0671-copy.jpgdsc_0671 - copyWith Chris Golden. What a great encourager he is!https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/dsc_0531.jpgdsc_0531Talking with Michael Combs. He was both an inspiration and a challenge.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/with-former-clemson-coach-tommy-bowden-when-he-spoke-in-lburg..jpgwith former clemson coach tommy bowden when he spoke in lburg.I was blessed to speak with former Clemson football coach Tommy Bowden, now commentator for ESPN, when he spoke at a church in Lawrenceburg, Ky. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/after-2017-district-tournament-championship-e1547839655610.jpgafter 2017 district tournament championshipI spent countless hours with Anderson County High School basketball coach Glen Drury, who won over 500 games in his career. I was there at most of them.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/at-2009-sweet-16-with-billy-gillispie-e1547839486547.jpgat 2009 sweet 16 with billy gillispieI was seated next to former University of Kentucky basketball coach Billy Gillispie during the Kentucky High School State Tournament in 2009. That's my wife, Stephanie, sitting in front of us, checking her camera for photos.2019-01-18T20:03:05+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2019/01/02/holding-to-the-hope-in-times-of-change/2019-01-03T21:09:27+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2018/12/31/sand-spring-announces-2019-concert-series/2019-01-01T01:59:08+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2018/12/12/it-must-be-christmas-when-david-phelps-sings-in-december/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/P1011005-e1544660696814.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERADavid Phelps singing one of his most recognizable songs, 'O Holy Night.'https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/P1010974.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/P1010931-e1544659912529.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERADavid Phelps sings with his daughters, Maggie Beth (left) and Callie during the 'It Must Be Christmas' concert at Shelby Christian Church. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/P1010923-e1544660059846.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERADavid Phelps reads from his book, 'Santa Claus, Get Well Soon,' during his concert at Shelby Christian Church.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/P1010897-e1544660190975.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERADavid Phelps during his concert at Shelby Christian Church.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/P1010870-e1544659778999.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERADavid Phelps in concert in Shelbyville, Ky. on Dec. 9.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/P1010864.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA2018-12-13T00:26:18+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2018/11/07/bob-sellers-leap-of-faith-has-given-inner-peace/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/dsc_0072-2.jpgDSC_0072 (2)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/dsc_0068-2-e1541629166471.jpgDSC_0068 (2)Joe Brown, who gave Bob Sellers his first job singing with The Capstone Quartet, traveled to Kentucky to sing with his longtime friend while Bob made adjustments to the music. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/dsc_0058-2-e1541628252804.jpgDSC_0058 (2)Bob Sellers presents the gospel in song during a concert at Mt. Freedom Baptist Church in Junction City, Ky. on Oct. 28.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/dsc_0056-2-e1541628470513.jpgDSC_0056 (2)Bob Sellers sings during his concert at Mt. Freedom Baptist Church.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/dsc_0051-2-e1541629014350.jpgDSC_0051 (2)Bob Sellers shares a laugh during his concert on Oct. 28.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/dsc_0047-2.jpgDSC_0047 (2)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/dsc_0042-2-e1541631331215.jpgDSC_0042 (2)Bob Sellers2018-11-07T22:56:31+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2018/10/31/i-still-believe-an-emotional-story-of-love-and-the-transforming-power-of-christ/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/img_1077-e1541007565899.jpgIMG_1077The back cover of 'Heed the Call,' released in 1979. Among the songs on the album is 'Praise the Lord,' for which Russ Taff is well-known. From left are Armond Morales, Russ Taff, Dave Will and Jim Murray.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/img_1072-e1541007064169.jpgIMG_1072The Imperials' 'Priority' album, released in 1980, is one of the great Christian music albums of all time. It includes 'Trumpet of Jesus,' on which Russ Taff sang lead. Clockwise from the top are Armond Morales (bass), Russ Taff (lead), Jim Murray (tenor) and Dave Will (baritone).https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/img_1074-e1541007337562.jpgIMG_1074'Sail On,' released in 1977, was Russ Taff's debut album with The Imperials. 2018-10-31T17:40:38+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2018/10/09/music-helping-me-get-through-rehab/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/dsc_0579-e1539133331547.jpgDSC_0579Michael Combs at Renfro Valley in August.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/dsc_0465-e1539133140524.jpgDSC_0465Chris Golden sings at Renfro Valley in June. (All photos by John Herndonhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/dsc_0104-e1539133799259.jpgDSC_0104The Booth Brothers sing with great harmony but preach living in harmony with God's Word.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/dsc_0037-e1539132935435.jpgDSC_0037The Whites singing at The Grand Ole Opry, Sept. 22, 2017. (All photos by John Herndon)2018-10-29T14:47:58+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2018/10/13/651/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/dsc_0848-e1539465003124.jpgDSC_0848David Stevens sings lead and plays guitar for Victory Road.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/dsc_0865-e1539464906318.jpgDSC_0865Victory Road, the host of the Taylorsville Hymn Sing on Oct. 21, sings at the Kentucky State Fair in August.2018-10-29T14:47:00+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2018/09/12/getting-a-hall-of-fame-debut/2018-09-12T18:05:39+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2018/09/04/finally-hearing-brian-free-and-assurance-worth-the-wait/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/dsc_0682.jpgDSC_0682https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/dsc_0763.jpgDSC_0763https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/dsc_0629.jpgDSC_06292018-09-05T17:17:30+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2018/08/23/teen-wins-gospel-music-showcase/2018-08-24T01:08:16+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2018/08/15/unmistakable-message-unmistakable-passion/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/dsc_09581-e1534342020546.jpgDSC_0958Michael Combs autographs a shirt for a young fan at Renfro Valley, Kentucky.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/dsc_0709-e1534342291572.jpgDSC_0709Michael Combs delivers his songs with great passion.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/dsc_0664-e1534342370673.jpgDSC_0664Michael Combs at Renfro Valley. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/dsc_06291-e1534342134181.jpgDSC_0629Michael Combs makes a point during his concert at Renfro Valley.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/dsc_05911-e1534342466848.jpgDSC_0591Michael Combs performs at Renfro Valley on Aug. 4, 2018. 2018-08-19T13:41:40+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2018/08/11/mikaya-taylor-named-commonwealth-ambassador/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/dsc_0826-e1533991365663.jpgDSC_0826Mikaya Taylor shows off the proclamation naming her a Commonwealth Ambassador.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/dsc_0821-e1533991300199.jpgDSC_0821Mikaya Taylor has been named one of the top young stars in Bluegrass music. She often sings in churches and worship settings.2018-08-11T13:57:03+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2018/08/02/resurrection-of-faith-tour-a-must-see/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/dsc_0053.jpgDSC_0053Keith Erwin at Sand Spring Baptist Church.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/dsc_0034.jpgDSC_0034Kody Erwin sings bass for The Erwins.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/dsc_0039-e1533256152797.jpgDSC_0039Kris Erwin, who arranges much of The Erwins' set, sings at Sand Spring Baptist, July 27, 2018.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/dsc_0010-e1533255883539.jpgDSC_0010Photos by John Herndon Singing News Soloist of the Year Joseph Habedank sings at Sand Spring Baptist Church while The Erwins back him up. 2023-09-27T18:25:28+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2018/07/18/a-song-in-her-heart-for-life/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/mom-and-oaks-e1531961726627.jpgMom and oaksMy mother, Corinne Herndon, was surprised when I took her to meet one of her favorite singing groups, The Oak Ridge Boys, at Campbellsville University in 2014. It was the last major event she attended before entering a nursing home. In front are my daughter, Kenzi Herndon and Corinne Herndon. Back row, from left, Joe Bonsall, Duane Allen, William Lee Golden and Richard Sterban. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/imag0536.jpgIMAG0536https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/12651272_10153820202886590_1072123934472890588_n-e1531961628506.jpg12651272_10153820202886590_1072123934472890588_nMy mother loved having the opportunity to see Guy Penrod in 2013.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/1502339_10152113096851590_2001282891_o.jpg1502339_10152113096851590_2001282891_ohttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/13709946_10154257093631590_8987023755775645780_n.jpg13709946_10154257093631590_8987023755775645780_nhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/14291687_10154411004896590_2834716538397021598_n.jpg14291687_10154411004896590_2834716538397021598_n2018-07-28T21:53:13+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2018/07/02/his-heart-delivers-harmony-in-song-and-in-life/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/dsc_0318-e1530566972847.jpgDSC_0318His Heart at Sand Spring Baptist.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/p33104461-e1530565799447.jpgBill Sowder, right, jokes with sound man Avery Bradshaw during a concert at the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/p3310466-e1530565518744.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAHis Heart members, from left, Jeremy Dickerson, Bill Sowder and Bob Abbott share a laugh during a concert at the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame in March. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/p3310446.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/p3310402-e1530566004290.jpgHis Heart performs at the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame. From left are Kyle Harris, Jeremy Dickerson, Bill Sowder and Bob Abbott. (All photos by John Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/dsc_03491-e1530565252435.jpgDSC_0349Jeremy Dickerson, a gospel veteran who traveled full time, sings lead. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/dsc_0262-e1530565163596.jpgDSC_0262Tenor Kyle Harris joined His Heart as pianist, but started singing three years ago. It was his first time singing with a group.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/p3310444-e1530564824124.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERABass singer Bob Abbott delivers a soulful verse of "I'd Rather Have Jesus" during a concert at the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame in March. https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/dsc_0349.jpgDSC_0349https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/dsc_0341-e1530564579827.jpgDSC_0341Bill Sowder,a gospel music veteran, fulfilled a dream when he put His Heart together in 2010.2018-09-02T10:43:36+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2018/06/14/taking-a-gospel-trip-with-zack-shelton-and-64-to-grayson/2018-06-19T12:41:17+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2018/06/17/moved-by-a-classic/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/dsc_0134-e1529264579996.jpgDSC_0134The Oak Ridge Boys sing "I'd Rather Have Jesus" at Renfro Valley, Ky.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/dsc_0676-e1529264357230.jpgDSC_0676William Lee Golden talks about his son, gospel singer Chris Golden, and singing "I'd Rather Have Jesus" prior to the Oak Ridge Boys' show at Renfro Valley. (Photo by Stephanie Herndon)https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/dsc_0124-e1529264104401.jpgDSC_0124William Lee Golden first sang with The Oak Ridge Boys in 1965 but had never sung "I'd Rather Have Jesus" until the current tour. Here, he delivers a verse at Renfro Valley, Ky. on June 2.2018-06-17T19:58:55+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2018/05/29/shining-the-light-takes-a-different-meaning-for-this-oaks-fan/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/dsc_0065-e1527606049906.jpgOaks Christmas 2017The Oak Ridge Boys during their Christmas performance at Renfro Valley in 2017.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/p6244407.jpgOaks at RenfroThe Oak Ridge Boys perform during their visit to Renfro Valley in June 2017.2018-05-30T12:19:18+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2018/05/22/chris-golden-brings-unique-gospel-experience-to-renfro-valley/https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/stephanie-and-chris-golden-e1527032705201.jpgStephanie and Chris GoldenChris Golden greets my wife, Stephanie, before an Oak Ridge Boys' concert at Renfro Valley in 2013.https://kentuckysings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/resizemin200-e1527011466686.jpgresizeMin2002018-05-26T18:49:30+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2018/05/13/hall-of-fame-inductees-praise-god-for-gift/2018-05-15T13:29:36+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2018/05/01/sand-spring-baptist-a-hot-place-for-gospel-music/2020-10-24T22:03:37+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2018/05/09/kentucky-music-hall-of-fame-a-developing-gem-2/2018-05-11T13:21:19+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2018/04/28/a-musical-journey-years-in-the-making/2018-04-30T03:17:51+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/2018/04/28/17th-avenue-revival-looks-back-looks-ahead/2018-04-30T01:24:01+00:00monthlyhttps://kentuckysings.com/about-us/2018-04-27T19:21:35+00:00weekly0.6https://kentuckysings.comdaily1.02025-09-16T20:09:01+00:00