Guy Penrod, long time lead singer of the Gaither Vocal Band, is in every sense of the word a man cut from the cloth of rugged individualism. His new album, HYMNS has become one of the biggest sellers at Cracker Barrel. “I grew up with and love the hymns,” Penrod says. “The vernacular has changed, but hymns address the human condition and give help, guidance and encouragement through truths that survive the test of time. Hymns are an important part of our history as believers.”
Mark Lowry has been making people laugh, cry and think for over 30 years. Singing publicly and recording albums and videos since age eleven, you could say that Mark has done this most of his life. Mark's talent is not confined to the comedy arena. He is also a singer with several albums to his credit and a songwriter, who co-wrote "Mary Did You Know." But it is in comedy where Mark really shines.
Known as "The Voice," Sandi Patty is one of the biggest stars in gospel music history and over a 15-year period (from the early '80s) has earned three platinum albums, five gold albums, 33 Dove Awards, and five Grammys. Her debut album sold 11 million copies. As a singer, she is noted for her powerful, flexible voice and her ability to effortlessly climb to a high C. Patti has appeared on numerous television and awards shows, and has even performed for presidents. Sandi will be bring along her longtime friends a collaborators, Larnelle Harris and Wayne Watson to perform all of their Hits.
Few names are as synonymous with Inspirational music as Larnelle Harris. Admired by fans and peers alike for his majestic tenor voice, Larnelle has become the epitome of talent and integrity in a career that spans over three decades. He has been honored with five Grammy Awards and eleven Dove Awards including being named Male Vocalist of the Year three times. His songs such as "How Excellent Is Thy Name," "I Miss My Time With You," "I've Just Seen Jesus," plus many others, including his signature song, "Amen," are now considered modern classics.
Wayne is wearing this season of his creative life with the ease of a favorite well-worn leather jacket—relaxed and comfortable. The man whose voice and songs helped define an entire genre of Christian music throughout the ‘80’s and ‘90’s is re-connecting with his music with a new passion seemingly born at the intersection of age and wisdom
Over the past four decades, The Inspirations have collected almost every major Gospel Music Award possible, including a gold plaque commemorating their selling a million records. They have been voted the #1 Gospel Music Quartet several times. They have charted well over 60 hit songs, more than any other gospel group.
Since organizing in 1990, Greater Vision has been delighting audiences with their rich vocal blend and their effective ability to communicate the message of the gospel. Over the years, Greater Vision has established a firm place at the pinnacle of Christian music, and has become the most awarded trio in the history of Gospel music.
From their beginnings gathered around a family piano in December of 1970, the Perrys have watched in amazement as God grew their ministry to one of national stature. All along the way, solid traditional Southern Gospel Music has formed the foundation of every song the group has chosen to sing and the audience loves it. After Tracy’s tragic stroke this past year, please join us in supporting Libby and the rest of the group as they minister to us in song.
