“Brandon [Reese] and I were brainstorming in the back of the bus one day,” recounts The Kingsmen’s Alan Kendall, talking about the origin of the Southern Gospel quartet’s latest single for Horizon Records. “With all of the tracking done for the 70th anniversary album, and with us about to record vocals, we both agreed that The post Current and past Kingsmen members reunite on “Is That The Old Ship Zion” appeared first on Southern Gospel News SGNScoops Digital.

NASHVILLE, TN – This summer, embark on an extraordinary journey to Washington, D.C., where faith and history come together in one unforgettable experience. From July 1-5, 2026, travelers from across the country will gather in our nation’s capital for a powerful week filled with worship, inspiration and meaningful reflection. This exclusive Christian tour offers a The post IMC PRESENTS FREEDOM GATHERING – FAITH, FREEDOM & HISTORY IN THE HEART OF OUR NATION’S CAPITAL appeared first on Southern Gospel News SGNScoops Digital.

“I was talking with Lauren about The Rogers Family,” recalls producer Roger Talley of a conversation with his daughter, acclaimed singer Lauren Talley. “She told me, Rebekah needs to sing ‘A Place to Spend the Night’ — and as soon as she did, I thought, she’s right!” The result of that exchange is now available The post The Rogers Family’s “A Place to Spend the Night” is a celebration of salvation’s victory over death appeared first on Southern Gospel News SGNScoops Digital.

CHERRYVILLE, NC – After a remarkable 38-year career in Gospel music, Rhonda House has announced her exit from the North Carolina-based powerhouse group, Heart 2 Heart. An original member since the group’s inception in 1998, House concludes a total of 17 years of dedicated ministry with the ensemble, marking the end of an era for The post Heart 2 Heart Announces a New Chapter appeared first on Southern Gospel News SGNScoops Digital.

1 That Somebody Was Me Guardians/Daywind 2 The Only Way He Knew How Jeff & Sheri Easter/Gaither Music 3 The Church Joseph Habedank/Daywind 4 When My Feet Touch the Streets of Gold LeFevre Qt/Daywind 5 Cleft of The Rock Kramers/StowTown 6 Every Promise Made Is a Promise Kept Anthem Edition/Crossroads 7 Joy is Gonna Come The post Congratulations to The Guardians and the SGN SCOOPS TOP 100 Southern Gospel March 2026 appeared first on Southern Gospel News SGNScoops Digital.

Nashville, TN – StowTown Records is honored to announce a new partnership with legendary gospel trio The Binions (Bobby, David and Lisa) for the release of their long-awaited album, Roots, available at https://thebinions.lnk.to/Roots. This marks the first time in more than 40 years that the three siblings have recorded a full project together, celebrating the The post The Binions Return To Their Roots With Debut StowTown Records Project appeared first on Southern Gospel News SGNScoops Digital.

1 I Speak Jesus Karen Peck & New River/Daywind 2 That Somebody Was Me The Guardians/Daywind 3 Never Been Another Whisnants/UIA 4 The Only Way He Knew How Jeff & Sheri Easter/Gaither Music 5 So Much To Thank Him For Mylon Hayes Family/UIA 6 I’ve Seen What It Can Do Phillips & Banks/ARS 7 Every The post Congratulations to Karen Peck and New River and The SGN SCOOPS Top 100 Southern Gospel February 2026 appeared first on Southern Gospel News SGNScoops Digital.

Johnson City, TN – One of Southern Gospel’s most innovative quartets, Poet Voices, is excited to announce the addition of acclaimed vocalist Loren Harris to its lineup. Legendary songwriter Phil Cross first introduced fans to Phil Cross & Poet Voices in the early 1990s. With a progressive sound that quickly captured the hearts of listeners, The post POET VOICES WELCOMES LOREN HARRIS. appeared first on Southern Gospel News SGNScoops Digital.

The Kingdom Heirs We are excited to announce the addition of John Young to the tenor position for The Kingdom Heirs. In his third year with the group, John will be stepping up to a front line of talented singers as he vacates his role as utility player/vocalist for our multi award-winning band. This decision The post Kingdom Heirs the addition of John Young appeared first on Southern Gospel News SGNScoops Digital.

Alexandria IN – On May 1 & 2, 2026, Gospel Music legend Bill Gaither will present a Homecoming Weekend musical celebration at Grace Church in Eden Prairie, MN. Over the course of two days, nearly two dozen Homecoming friends will gather for two exciting concert events. After decades of unprecedented musical success, in 1992 two The post BILL GAITHER BRINGS HOMECOMING CELEBRATION TO EDEN PRAIRIE FOR TWO-DAY EVENT IN MAY appeared first on Southern Gospel News SGNScoops Digital.

From Larry Fords Facebook Our hero is home — yes, that Home. The Home he sang about, longed for, and faithfully pointed others toward for nearly all his life. Larry led his family with quiet strength and tender grace. With his grand Irish tenor voice, he lived his faith with humility, carrying the Good News The post Larry Ford Has Passed Away appeared first on Southern Gospel News SGNScoops Digital.

Nashville, Tenn. The 57th Annual GMA Dove Awards return to Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena Tuesday, October 6th, 2026. Tickets will be available in an exclusive pre-sale Thursday, December 11th, 2025, at 10am CT. Use code DOVE to access the pre-sale. Public tickets go on sale Monday, December 15th, at 10am CT. 2026 Music City Fan Experience The post GMA DOVE AWARDS RETURN TO NASHVILLE’S BRIDGESTONE ARENA FOR 2026 AFTER BANNER YEAR appeared first on Southern Gospel News SGNScoops Digital.

Nashville, TN This has been a great year for Butler Music Group, Family Music Group, and REAL Southern Gospel Records, and this last quarter has proven to be as strong as the first! Most recently, we’ve had a flurry of artists in the studio and lots of top-quality projects being made. Here’s a little rundown The post Great Artists, Great New Music A Great Way to End 2025 appeared first on Southern Gospel News SGNScoops Digital.

It’s Wednesday and we at SGN Scoops have a word for you found by Pastor Tyler Gaulden.   Why Are You Mad At God? | Tyler Gaulden   Bro. Tyler Gaulden grew up in church and was saved at the age of 16. Although he originally planned to become a firefighter, God had other plans The post SGN Scoops | Wednesday Word | Tyler Gaulden appeared first on Southern Gospel News SGNScoops Digital.

Daywind Music Publishing (DMP) is excited to announce the signing of Adina Bowman to an exclusive songwriting agreement. Adina Bowman’s songs have been recorded by a who’s who of Southern Gospel music artists, including the Collingsworth Family, Nelons, Inspirations, Tribute Quartet, and many more. “I am truly honored and grateful to join the Daywind Music The post Daywind Music Publishing Welcomes Adina Bowman appeared first on Southern Gospel News SGNScoops Digital.

1 Gravel Gospel Shellem Cline/Red Country 2 Things I’d Tell A Younger Me Mid South Band/Independent 3 Freedoms By The Blood Lonnie Hardy/Independent 4 I Know Somebody Ray Hollis/Independent 5 That’s My King Tonja Rose/Independent 6 More Than A Hollow Hallelujah Isaacs/House of Issacs/New Day 7 The Only Way He Knew How Jeff & Sheri The post Congratulations to Shellem Cline and The Christian Country Top 40 SGN SCOOPS (December 2025) appeared first on Southern Gospel News SGNScoops Digital.

1 Good Time Get Together Jesse Smathers/Mountain Home/Crossroads 2 There Is A Rock High Road/New Day Records 3 I’ll Never Feel The Fire Tim Davis (Jeff Tolbert & Josh Swift)/Independent 4 I Found It All In The Blood Bama Blu-Grace/FMG Bluegrass 5 I’m Just A Nobody Eric Horner/Sermon Song Records 6 That Eternal Home Eagle’s The post Congratulations to Jesse Smathers and The SGN Scoops Top 20 Bluegrass December 2025 appeared first on Southern Gospel News SGNScoops Digital.

Nashville, TN (November 26th, 2025) – Dove Award winning recording artist, Joseph Habedank, is pleased to present his 2025 Christmas Tour. The Christmas Tour will make stops in 10 cities across the United States in 12 days, including shows in Louisville and Nashville! The Christmas Tour will include a blend of festive Christmas music, his The post Joseph Habedank Announces Christmas Tour appeared first on Southern Gospel News SGNScoops Digital.

NASHVILLE, TN — Big Picture Records is excited to announce the signing of Right Road Quartet to an exclusive recording agreement. Based in Columbia, MS, Right Road Quartet has been touring nationally since 2022. Made up of Matt Linton (group founder and lead singer), Caleb Dunn (bass), Kip Barrier (tenor), and Jason Pope (baritone), Right The post Big Picture Welcomes Right Road Quartet appeared first on Southern Gospel News SGNScoops Digital.

Mountain Home Music Company’s Eighteen Mile is making a strong showing with their debut single, “Above The Clouds” — already it’s topped the Bluegrass Today Gospel chart more than once since its September release — but the youthful quintet is already back with a follow-up. “I’ve always been intrigued by the mental picture of Moses The post Eighteen Mile explores “What Mercy Means” appeared first on Southern Gospel News SGNScoops Digital.

1 Hold on to Hope Southbound/Daywind 2 Up Above the World So High Inspirations/Crossroads 3 So Much to Thank Him For Mylon Hayes Family/UIA 4 Sow the Good Seed Greater Vision/Daywind 5 Never Been Another Whisnants/UIA 6 Soul Set Free Kingsmen/Crossroads 7 Homeward Bound Legacy 5/StowTown 8 So Many Reasons Tribute Qt/Daywind 9 I Speak The post Congratulations to SouthBound and The SGN SCOOPS TOP 100 SG December 2025 appeared first on Southern Gospel News SGNScoops Digital.

GOSPEL MUSIC LEGEND, BILL GAITHER ANNOUNCES PLANS FOR THEN CAME THE MORNING TOUR IN SPRING OF 2026 Alexandria, IN – In commemoration of his most recent Grammy nomination, legendary recording artist, Bill Gaither has announced plans to take his Then Came The Morning Tour to more than a dozen cities in the Spring of 2026. The post GOSPEL MUSIC LEGEND, BILL GAITHER ANNOUNCES PLANS FOR THEN CAME THE MORNING TOUR IN SPRING OF 2026 appeared first on Southern Gospel News SGNScoops Digital.

Nashville, TN – Just before the holiday season kicks into high gear, Club44 Records has announced the release of a brand-new Christmas recording from multi-award winning quartet, Ernie Haase & Signature Sound. A Jazzy Little Christmas Live At Birdland marks the group’s debut live Christmas album and is available at https://c44.lnk.to/AJazzyLittleChristmas. A Jazzy Little Christmas The post CLUB44 RECORDS RELEASES NEW CHRISTMAS PROJECT FOR ERNIE HAASE & SIGNATURE SOUND appeared first on Southern Gospel News SGNScoops Digital.

NASHVILLE, TN  –Justified Quartet is pleased to welcome Forest, VA native Aaron Swain as their new baritone singer. Swain joins the group following the 15-year tenure of former baritone and co-founder Mark Jacoby. Jacoby announced his departure this summer, citing the increasing demands of managing his 800-acre farm in Akron, MI. Swain is no stranger The post Justified Quartet Welcomes New Baritone appeared first on Southern Gospel News SGNScoops Digital.

This week on The Abundant Show podcast, hosts Rob Patz and Kristen Stanton invite listeners on an inspiring journey of faith, perseverance, and victory. The latest episode dives deep into the topic of living an abundant life through faith and spiritual warfare, a theme that resonates deeply with anyone striving to walk boldly in God’s The post Living an Abundant Life Through Faith and Spiritual Warfare | The Abundant Show with Rob Patz and Kristen Stanton appeared first on Southern Gospel News SGNScoops Digital.

1 So Many Reasons Tribute QT/Daywind 2 Hold On To Hope Southbound/Daywind 3 Up Above the World So High Inspirations/Crossroads 4 Stand Tall Hyssongs/ARS 5 I Know What Jesus Can Do Browns/StowTown 6 Deep Waters Triumphant Qt/StowTown 7 A Million Reasons Perrys/StowTown 8 I Will Sing Hoppers/Gaither Music/Capital Christian 9 Sow the Good Seed Greater The post Congratulations Tribute Quartet SGN Scoops Top 100 appeared first on Southern Gospel News SGNScoops Digital.

The LeFevre Quartet Welcomes New Tenor GAINESVILLE, GA — The LeFevre Quartet is pleased to announce Joshua Horrell as the group’s new tenor vocalist. Horrell steps into the role following the transition of tenor Jonathan Price, who is stepping away from full-time ministry. After more than 25 years in music ministry, Jonathan shared that his The post The LeFevre Quartet Welcomes New Tenor appeared first on Southern Gospel News SGNScoops Digital.

The Kingdom Heirs We are announcing the resignation of Joshua Horrell from the tenor/vocal position with The Kingdom Heirs effective October 27, 2025. We want to extend our love and appreciation to Josh for the time, commitment, and dedication he put forth during his time with our group. We wish him continued success and our The post Joshua Horrell Exits Kingdom Heirs appeared first on Southern Gospel News SGNScoops Digital.

Nashville, TN – Just before the holiday season kicks into high gear, New Haven Records announces the release of a new Christmas recording from multi-award-winning quartet, Gold City. Hope In A Manger marks the group’s first Christmas album in two decades. Hope In A Manger unites the popular group with producer/arranger/writer Cliff Duren, who serves The post NEW HAVEN RECORDS ANNOUNCES NEW CHRISTMAS RELEASE FROM GOLD CITY – RECORDING DEBUT NOV 19 AT FRANKLIN THEATRE IN FRANKLIN TN appeared first on Southern Gospel News SGNScoops Digital.

Nashville, Tenn. – Award-winning group High Road has unveiled their brand new single, “There Is A Rock,” available now on all digital and streaming platforms via Daywind Records. The track is the latest release from their critically acclaimed album Straight From The Heart, which is currently nominated for Bluegrass/Country/Roots Album of the Year at the The post High Road Releases New Single “There Is A Rock” From Their GMA Dove Award-Nominated Album Straight From The Heart appeared first on Southern Gospel News SGNScoops Digital.