Another #1 Single For Thousand Foot Krutch Off Latest Album
(3/8/2010)Thousand Foot Krutch continues to garner success from their recent release "Welcome to the Masquerade" as the band received another No. 1 Christian Rock single with "Fire It Up." This marks the band's second No. 1 rock single off of their fifth studio album following "Bring Me To Life." In addition, "Fire It Up" has had numerous TV, film, gaming and sport arena placements including the latest feature at the Super Bowl this year. "Fire It Up" joins the other rock No. 1 singles for TFK: "Puppet," "Absolute," "Faith, Love and Happiness," "The Art of Breaking," "Rawkfist," "Phenomenon," "Falls Apart" and "Bring Me To Life." This single also gave TFK their fourth Top 20 hit on the Active Rock chart. Here's what stations are saying about "Fire It Up":
"We are so excited that 'Fire It Up' has gone to #1! Well deserved from an amazing band who is guaranteed to have many more!"
-Radio U's Nikki Cantu
"'Fire it Up' reminds us why the TFK guys are the Kings of the Rock Anthem. One of the Hottest songs we've spun in years. It's "Rawkfist" for 2010. This is why we have Rock Radio!"
-Cale Nelson, The Z Nation Music Director
"TFK has always been one of our all-time top artists - and 'Fire It Up' delivers on that expectation from our listeners, with an irresistible explosion of rock."
-Brian Harman, The Effect Radio Network Music Director
Thousand Foot Krutch's "Welcome to the Masquerade" was also nominated for a JUNO Award in the "Contemporary Christian / Gospel Album of the Year." The 39th JUNO Awards, Canada's Music Awards, are in association with The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS). This nomination coincides with the success of the album as it was also honored with two Dove Award nominations for "Rock Recorded Song of the Year" ("Bring Me To Life") and "Rock Album of the Year." The Juno Awards are April 19 and the Dove Awards are April 21.
Since the release of "Welcome to the Masquerade," the band has nabbed much media attention as well as the opening spot on select Breaking Benjamin's upcoming tour dates. TFK will open for Breaking Benjamin starting this weekend March 13th concluding the 21st. Dates and ticket information online.
For more information on TFK visit their website (www.thousandfootkrutch.com) MySpace (www.myspace.com/thousandfootkrutch) Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/thousandfootkrutch) and Twitter - @officialTFK.
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Tobymac's Song 'Tonight' Chosen As Theme Song For MLB Networks'
(3/8/2010)Following the highest sales debut of his solo career with his new CD TONIGHT (No. 6 on Billboard Top 200/No. 1 Christian SoundScan/No. 2 iTunesฎ overall), multi-platinum and GRAMMYฎ Award winning artist TobyMac is now celebrating the project's title track being chosen as the theme song for Major League Baseball Network's (MLB) 30 CLUBS IN 30 DAYS spring training series. The song will be featured throughout each episode.
With just 41 days until Opening Day, MLB Network recently announced it will once again televise the Spring Training series 30 Clubs in 30 Days, with hour-long features on each of the 30 Major League clubs previewing the 2010 season. The new season of 30 Clubs in 30 Days will provide extensive coverage of each team with field reports, interviews, predictions and inside access to every club's training camp as Opening Day approaches. A preview of the new season can be viewed on MLB Network's web site.
30 Clubs in 30 Days premieres on Wednesday, March 3 at 5:00 p.m. ET with the Detroit Tigers, followed by the New York Yankees on Thursday, March 4 at 5:00 p.m. ET (check www.mlbnetwork.com for updates).
Sold out and packed crowds helped TobyMac kick off the AWAKE TONIGHT tour with Skillet last week, which runs through April 11. For tour dates and more information on TobyMac, go to: http://www.tobymac.com
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Big Daddy Weave Launches 'We Want The World To Hear' Spring Tour
(3/8/2010)Fervent Records' recording artist Big Daddy Weave is hitting the road this week for the "We Want the World to Hear" tour featuring special guests Chris and Conrad. Heading into their 11th year as a band with all original members, Big Daddy Weave will visit more than 20 cities across the South, Midwest and Southeast regions performing songs from their most recent album, What Life Would Be Like, and other Big Daddy Weave fan favorites.
"We are really excited to be heading out on the 'We Want the World to Hear' tour with our good friends Chris and Conrad," says lead singer, Mike Weaver. "It's not just the name of a tour or title of a song. We are excited to share hope with people who might be stressed out during this time of uncertainty in our world. We want the world to hear the hope we have in Jesus."
Big Daddy Weave hit the spotlight in 2002 when One and Only debuted in SoundScan's Christian Top 5, the highest debut for a new artist that year. Garnering their first CHR No. 1 at radio with "Audience of One," the band's other chart-topping songs include "You're Worthy Of My Praise" and "Every Time I Breathe." Big Daddy Weave has additionally been featured on several special event albums such as: Dove Hits, WOW Hits, WOW Worship, WOW Christmas and the Absolute series. For more information on Big Daddy Weave and the "We Want the World to Hear" tour, visit www.bigdaddyweave.com.
Chris and Conrad exploded on the scene in 2009 with their debut Top 5 hit "Lead Me To The Cross". Their new single "You're The One" is already a Top 20 hit and climbing fast. For more information on Chris and Conrad, visit www.ChrisandConrad.com.
"We Want the World to Hear" Tour featuring Big Daddy Weave with Chris and Conrad
*Dates and markets subject to change without notice.
3/5- Martin, TN
3/6- Florissant, MO
3/12- Dayton, OH
3/13- Charleston, WV
3/14- Marietta, OH
3/18- Texarkana, TX
3/19- Nacogdoches, TX
3/20- Flower Mound, TX
3/21- Wimberly, TX
3/25- Leland, NC
3/26- Warner Robbins, GA
3/27- Monroeville, AL
4/9- Daytona Beach, FL
4/10- Hartsville, SC
4/15- Hixon, TN
4/16- Clarksville, TN
4/17- Hattiesburg, MS
4/29- Jacksonville, FL
4/30- Valdosta, GA
5/1- Gibsonville, NC
For an updated list of tour dates, markets, and biographical information on Big Daddy Weave go to www.bigdaddyweave.com
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Pocket Full of Rocks Releasing Most Anticipated Album to Date
(3/3/2010)GMA Dove Award-nominated worship band Pocket Full of Rocks is releasing their third studio project More Than Noise on March 2, 2010. Helmed by award-winning producer Ed Cash (Chris Tomlin, Leeland, Bebo Norman), More Than Noise matches heartfelt lyrics and melodies with stellar production.
"We started recording with Ed Cash in the spring of '09, and it's always amazing to watch songs take on a life of their own," says lead singer and songwriter Michael Farren. "Honestly, I cannot pick a favorite. 'When Love Whispers Your Name' was co-written with my daughter Madison, who also sings the backing vocals on the track...so you can imagine my fondness for that one. There is also 'Come As You Are', written with my friends Chad Cates and Tony Wood. This song has already had a profound effect as we've begun sharing it live. Another highlight would have to be the last-minute addition of 'Let It Rain.' This song was actually written back in 1999, but Ed heard it with fresh ears, and it has now taken on a whole new life as well!"
To kick off the new record, their first single "Alive" was the most added single at Christian AC for multiple weeks, with airplay on both KLOVE and Air 1. The single peaked in the Top 10 on the AC Christian radio, making more than 10,000 weekly audience impressions.
In conjunction with the release of More Than Noise, Big Fish FM is hosting a CD release concert in the band's hometown of Texarkana, AR on March 12. Each ticket will include a copy of Pocket Full of Rocks' new CD. For more information, visit www.bigfishfm.com.
Pocket Full of Rocks will also join 33Miles and newcomers Kimber Rising this spring for "The One Life Tour" sponsored by Christian humanitarian organization Food for the Hungry. The tour will visit approximately 30 cities between March and May 2010. Visit www.pocketfullrocks.com/tour for the most up-to-date tour information.
THE ONE LIFE TOUR SCHEDULE (all dates subject to change):
March 19 New Berlin, WI (Milwaukee, WI) - Poplar Creek Church Cafe
March 20 Milan, TN Chapel Hill Baptist Church
March 24 Ardmore, OK Crystal Rock Cathedral
April 10 Winnsboro, LA Franklin Parish Catfish Festival
April 11 Portland, TX First Baptist Church
April 12 Pharr, TX Trinity Worship Center
April 16 Lufkin, TX Carpenter's Way Church
April 17 Ovilla, TX Ovilla Road Baptist Church
April 22 Richmond, KY First Baptist Church
April 23 Ashland, KY Paramount Arts Center
April 24 Madisonville, KY - TBD
May 1 Oxford, NE Southern Valley High School
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Healing 4 Haiti Music Project Available Today on iTunes
(3/2/2010)More than a dozen award-winning artists offered their musical talents to help make sure desperately needed relief supplies continue flowing into Haiti, where the struggle for survival continues for hundreds of thousands of earthquake victims. Today, the result of that musical effort Healing 4 Haiti is available for sale at iTunes (http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/healing-4-haiti/id356668357).
Healing 4 Haiti is a collection of 15 songs from Christian music's leading artists and worship leaders and includes the anthem "Come Together Now (Music City Unites For Haiti)," penned by Michael W. Smith, Cindy Morgan and David Mullen and featuring a host artists including Vince Gill, Wynonna, Amy Grant and Oak Ridge Boys. The CD's songlist also includes tracks from Israel Houghton, DecembeRadio, Kari Jobe, The Afters, Hawk Nelson and many more plus an exclusive version of Jared Anderson's new song, "Carry Me."
Healing 4 Haiti was released today by Integrity Music at iTunes and will become available at retail stores on March 16. A minimum of $5.00 per copy of the album sold will be donated to Haiti earthquake relief. The donations will be used to provide clean water, shelter, medical care and other critical aid from Samaritan's Purse. It will also support the work of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association's Rapid Response Team, which had chaplains on the ground within 24 hours of the earthquake providing emotional and spiritual comfort to survivors. Additionally, net proceeds from "Come Together Now (Music City Unites for Haiti)" will go to the Haiti relief efforts of Samaritan's Purse and the American Red Cross.
Several of the artists have traveled to Haiti and visited the work of Samaritan's Purse and the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association. (Photos available upon request.) Additional information for Healing 4 Haiti is available at www.healing4haiti.org.
International relief organization Samaritan's Purse and the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, both headed by Franklin Graham, were on the ground in Haiti immediately following the tragedy and have expanded their response to more than $25 million in aid.
About The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association:
BGEA is a nonprofit organization that reaches millions of people each year through Billy Graham television broadcasts, Franklin Graham Festivals, Will Graham Celebrations, "My Hope" World Television Project, Dare to Be a Daniel youth ministry, The Billy Graham Training Center at The Cove, Decision magazine, "Hour of Decision" and "Decision Minute" radio programs, and the Internet.
About Samaritan's Purse:
Samaritan's Purse is a nonprofit organization that provides immediate, no-red-tape response to the physical and spiritual needs of individuals in crisis situations - especially in locations where few others are working. Samaritan's Purse has worked in more than 100 countries to provide aid to victims of war, disease, disaster, poverty, famine and persecution.
About Integrity Music:
Integrity Music is a division of Integrity Media, a privately-owned media/communications company that produces, publishes and distributes Christian music and related materials that are sold throughout the United States and in over 160 other countries. Integrity Media is committed to providing Christ-centered products and resources to individuals, families and the Church worldwide.
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Robbie Seay Band Finds Its Calling In Community
(2/26/2010)There's something to be said for being comfortable with being uncomfortable, for being at a place in your life where you've settled in. A place where you know who you are both the good and the bad and you know your purpose, and as difficult as it can be some days, you're more than okay with it.
Welcome to the world of Robbie Seay Band, a group of musicians bent on creating art, not only for art's sake, but for the sake of giving authentic voice to the hopes, fears, joys and sorrows of everyday people.
Never has this calling been more readily answered than on their third EMI release, Miracle. Honed from community life at Ecclesia Church Houston, where Robbie Seay and his band serve on a weekly basis, Miracle is a collection of songs composed and recorded over 10 months. A call and response to life, to what God is doing in their midst, as it happens.
"Music comes from that communal place, in nature, in worship, in stories, sermons, conversations..." Robbie Seay says. "Part of the calling of a worship leader is to be compelled and obligated to voice the prayers of the community and live in the middle of what's truly happening in your community. That is far more powerful than simply regurgitating and mimicking music from other communities."
Produced by Seay and Tedd T (tobymac, Mute Math, David Crowder Band), with some help from Dan Muckala (Brandon Heath, The Afters) and Matt Bronleewe (Chris Tomlin, Leeland), Miracle continues to walk the ambient edge musically, while delivering unforgettable, heart-bare lyrics composed in the context of community.
"In some ways, this record reflects the past year for us - representing a broader journey and reality," Robbie says. "From the deepest depths of sorrow and angst to the greatest moments of celebration in scripture, the band strikes up and it's beautiful to be part of that. Each song seems to echo what God is doing among us, that this is not a me-centered life we're living... we are not alone."
When the whole world seems to turn its back on me, all alone out on the sea,
I need a miracle, I need a miracle...
The title track and first single of the project, "Miracle" came in the wake of devastating news. "I remember getting a phone call from one of my closest friends. 'Kristy has cancer. It doesn't look good, but we're believing for a Miracle.' I wrote the lyrics the next day. I prayed and believed with him. Kristy, wife and mother of three young boys would die two months later.
"The song is not a miracle sweat cloth," Robbie continues, "or a televangelist coming to a town near you. It's the crying out when you're in the depths of life. Believing. And as we all know, sometimes it doesn't end like we so fervently believed. The song is not a promise of a miracle. It is, however, the declaration that we all will find ourselves in great need of one at some point in our lives - and in those moments, we choose to believe even when we can't see our hands in front of our face."
Awaken my soul... All I've gained I'm letting go...
"Awaken My Soul," a driving anthem written on a plane en route to California, is Robbie's take on the story of the prodigal and the band's current single. "Realizing my own sin and stubbornness made me the perfect match with the prodigal, but the song is really more about the Father's response. God not only waits with forgiveness, he pursues us. His rescue follows us closely. So, awaken my soul. All this stuff, all the fame, it's loss compared to the powerful force of love that is the Father."
We see mothers bury sons and begging you to come, Oh, oh oh,
We need your grace, Oh God, your grace... We cannot wait
Perhaps one of the most vulnerable songs on the project, "Lament (We Cannot Wait)" was written to express the grief of the Ecclesia Church community when tragedy hit home. "When my wife got off the phone with Karen, our dear friend and nanny to the Seay kids, I knew the news was bad. Karen's oldest son was shot and killed. Karen works at our church as well, and our community rallied around her in love and support. But losing a son, for a community and especially a single mother, this was life at its hardest. I began to write 'Lament (We Cannot Wait)' in my kitchen that night, after the house was still and quiet. It became our plea, our prayer for Ecclesia and our city."
"Lament," featuring independent artist Breanne Duren's (OWL CITY) haunting childlike voice, rings even more loudly in the wake of the earthquake in Haiti. "It has also taken on new meaning for all our brothers and sisters in Haiti who are living through Hell and have lost family and friends, Robbie adds. "God's grace, We cannot wait. It's our only hope in times of grief and desperation."
Still, there are songs of life and redemption to be sung. And Robbie Seay Band strikes a miraculous balance, reminding believers of the rich history of God's redemption among us. Songs such as the hymn like "Let Our Faith Be Not Alone," the captivating "Crazy Love," "Your Love Is Strong" and Seay's modern adaptation of the classic hymn "Oh Love That Will Not Let Me Go" (featuring Audrey Assad) are powerful testimonies that God's love and his rescue is sure.
In this collection, as in the previous six releases (four independent), Robbie Seay Band continues to dig down to the ministry and artistic roots that God has planted within them. To compose songs forged in the fires of that place, where life on the road is simply an extension of life at home. To give the people songs that reflect a more honest look at life, a voice to respond from an authentic place.
"Our music isn't just a vehicle for what I've got to say. It's a dual calling, being a person of faith and an artist with some influence. The idea that any of us are grand saints of the faith is just ludicrous. Most of us artists are just trying to love family, love God and make good music.
"The older I get, the more I have to make sure I'm answering both callings, asking, 'What would you have me say, God?' Would you give me the strength to say it?' That's the kind of artist I want to be."
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The Imposter, Starring Kevin Max In Stores Now
(2/24/2010)THE IMPOSTER, a film about redemption, forgiveness and the lives we lead behind closed doors, releases on DVD today. Created by director Daniel Millican for Serendipitous Films and Pure Flix Entertainment (The Wager, Sarah's Choice), THE IMPOSTER is distributed at retail outlets nationwide through EMI/CMG and through the Pure Flix online store.
Starring Kevin Max (dc Talk), Jeff Deyo (formerly of Sonicflood), and Kerry Livgren (Kansas, AD), THE IMPOSTER tells the story of a popular Christian rock band Grand_design whose lead singer, Johnny C (Max), is spiraling out of control. After his wife and band mates discover his secret life offstage, Johnny C's life begins to fall apart. Coached by his mentor Proff (Livgren) and a crazy homeless man Tom Wright (World Trade Center, Barbershop), he begins a journey back home to rebuild what is left of his family and home life.
The DVD, which includes bonus featurettes including "Unmasking The Characters", Full Music Videos of "Believe (Is An Act)", "Empty", "Carry On Wayward Son", and Study Guide Scenes will be available at all major Christian stores on February 23, 2010. The suggested retail price for THE IMPOSTER (UPC# 893261001943) is $19.99.
To purchase online, click http://www.familychristian.com/shop/product.asp?prodID=119716
For more information or media resources for THE IMPOSTER, visit: www.pureflix.com/imposter
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Superchick offers free song download
(2/24/2010)Feb. 22, 2010--GRAMMY Award nominated pop-rock group Superchick is offering a free download of its song "Courage" (from the Beauty From Pain album) Feb. 21-27 in support of National Eating Disorders Awareness Week.
The song was originally inspired by Superchick guitarist/vocalist Melissa Brock's personal struggle with an eating disorder. Melissa explains, "I know full-well the pressures that society and even friends sometimes place on us to be thin and beautiful. It started for me when I was 15. I know what it's like to not feel pretty, to feel fat, to feel like no one would ever want to be with you or even be friends with you because you feel so bad about yourself. BUT I also know how it feels to be free from those pressures and feel a love and acceptance that isn't humanly possible. This week I am sharing my story, the whole story. And I hope that it reaches someone out there who has been or is where I have been. The biggest step is knowing you aren't alone."
Read Melissa's story in its entirety at http://www.superchickonline.com/blog/?p=506. Also--access the free download of "Courage" at http://inpop.com/superchick/courage/. For more information on National Eating Disorders Awareness Week, visit:www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/.
The free download is an extension of Superchick's involvement with "Operation Beautiful," an NEDAwareness Week featured organization. "Operation Beautiful" is an international campaign that encourages women to love themselves just the way they are. For more information on "Operation Beautiful," visit: www.operationbeautiful.com.
Source: Superchick Web Site
Ian Eskelin Nominated For Producer Of The Year For Dove Awards
(2/22/2010)The well-known and highly respected work of Ian Eskelin has been recognized by the Gospel Music Association. Also a songwriter and the name and mind behind the popular rock band, All Star United, Eskelin has been nominated yet again as Producer of the Year for this year's 41st Annual GMA Dove Awards. The awards will be given out on Wednesday, April 21st, 2010 at Nashville's famed Grand Ole Opry House and televised nationwide on gmc (www.gmclife.com) Sunday, April 25th.
In his highly successful career as a producer, Ian Eskelin has been nominated four times in a row for Producer of the Year, walking away with the top prize in 2008. He is honored to be acknowledged again this year for his production efforts.
"What an incredible blessing to be included in this list of producers," exclaims Eskelin. "Congrats to Franny and Sidewalk Prophets - thanks for making me look like I know what I'm doing. God is good!"
Not only is Eskelin singled out as a Producer of the Year nominee but his production is also recognized through the nominations of Francesca Battistelli (Artist of the Year, Female Vocalist of the Year, Song and Pop/Contemporary Recorded Song of the Year for "Free To Be Me") as well as Sidewalk Prophets (New Artist of the Year, Pop/Contemporary Album of the Year for These Simple Truths).
"All of us at E1 congratulate Ian on this recognition by the GMA members for his work with some of the best new artists in Contemporary Christian music." states Jim Sturgeon, E1 Entertainment. "We are thrilled to be representing Ian as an artist in his own right with his band All Star United and as the consummate producer of our Avalon 'Reborn' project that released this past fall."
One would think that his plethora of production work with artists like Avalon, Battistelli, Sidewalk Prophets, and many more would keep him busy enough, but not according to Eskelin, as All Star United continues to churn out new music. Most recently, The Good Album, originally released in August 2009 nationally and internationally via online and iTunes, was re-released this past January, making it available for the first time to retail stores nationwide. The re-release includes an exclusive bonus track, "Beautiful Way," which is also the band's new radio single that has already been added at a number of stations, including Air 1.
The Good Album is All Star United's first project released via E1 Entertainment (Avalon, Ashley Cleveland). The 12-song project tackles head-on with profound topics such as redemption and forgiveness, and cultural tendencies toward materialism and celebrity-worship while also exploring weightier topics like guilt, original sin, and the power of forgiveness in relationships. A unique song by song and biblical references, created for each tune on the current project, can be downloaded by visiting www.AllStarUnited.com.
MORE ABOUT.....ALL STAR UNITED
With their 1997 self-titled debut, All Star United obtained four #1 radio hits and a GRAMMY nomination (Best Rock/Gospel Album), this critically-acclaimed band has also has not only toured the world in over 20 countries but have obtained significant placement in prime time TV. Their music as appeared on both ABC and CBS networks, as well as in the movies, specifically in the film trailer for the movie "Superbad."
From the start, this hard-touring rock ensemble quickly developed a widespread following that stretched across the continents where their music has a power that draws festival crowds numbering in the thousands. Although All Star United has lightened their performance dates recently due to Eskelin's emergence as one of Nashville's most popular songwriters and producers (Battistelli, Sidewalk Prophets, Avalon, Krystal Meyers, Remedy Drive, Stellar Kart, Starfield), but their worldwide fanbase stays strong. It's no question that The Good Album will keep that staying power alive and well.
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41st Annual GMA Dove Awards Nominations Announced Today
(2/18/2010)Artist of the Year Nominees are Casting Crowns, tobyMac, Mary Mary, Jars of Clay, Francesca Battistelli, Skillet and Jason Crabb
Group of the Year Nominees Include Skillet, Casting Crowns, Gaither Vocal Band, Jars of Clay, Hezekiah Walker & The Love Fellowship Crusade Choir, NEEDTOBREATHE, and Tenth Avenue North
Kari Jobe, Crystal Aikin, Bluetree, Jonny Diaz, Revive, Sidewalk Prophets and Brian Courtney Wilson Recognized in New Artist of the Year Category
Jars of Clay, Skillet, Matt Maher and Jason Crabb, lead the diverse and gifted artists nominated for gospel/Christian music's highest honor the Dove Award, with six nominations each. Bernie Herms leads in total nominations of eight, including Producer of the Year. Producers and songwriters Jason Ingram and Wayne Haun follow with seven nominations each.
Of the 43 categories, nominees in 23 categories of the Dove Awards were announced at a press conference today in Nashville for the 41st Annual GMA Dove Awards. The event was held at Belmont University's Curb Caf้ and was hosted by an outstanding list of Dove and GRAMMY nominees and winners including Francesca Battistelli, Jeremy Camp, Jason Crabb, Brandon Heath, Kari Jobe, Michael W. Smith, Ben Tankard and Lisa Kimmey-Winans. The GMA Dove Awards, gospel music's biggest night of the year, will feature artists from every style of gospel/Christian music coming together for a night of music and celebration. The 41st Annual GMA Dove Awards will be held on Wednesday, April 21, 2010 at Nashville's famed Grand Ole Opry House and televised nationwide on gmc (http://www.gmclife.com/), Sunday, April 25, 2010 from 8 p.m. - 10 p.m. EST. While the awards are the urpose of the show, music performances will definitely share center stage at the GMA Dove Awards, showcasing some of gospel music's hottest and most diverse artists.
Dove Awards will be handed out in 43 categories. Dove Awards nominations go to recordings released during the eligibility year November 1, 2008 through October 31, 2009 and voted on by the members of the GMA. The complete nominations list is available at both http://www.gospelmusic.org/ and http://www.doveawards.com/.
Tickets to the 41st Annual GMA Dove Awards are currently on sale through the Grand Ole Opry Call Center, 1-800-SEE-OPRY/1-800-733-6779, via the web at http://www.opry.com/ or may be purchased in-person at The Opry Box Office located at the Opry House at 2804 Opryland Drive and the Ryman Auditorium Box Office at 116 5th Ave North, in downtown Nashville. Ticket prices range from $25 - $200.
About GMA:
Founded in 1964, the Gospel Music Association serves as the face and voice for the Christian/Gospel music community and is dedicated to exposing, promoting and celebrating the Gospel through music of all styles including Pop, Rock, Praise & Worship, Urban Gospel, R&B, Hip Hop, Southern Gospel, Bluegrass, Country and more. The GMA community consists of more than 2,200 members including agents, artists, church leaders, managers, promoters, radio personnel, record company executives, retailers, songwriters and other industry visionaries. The GMA produces the GMA Dove Awards, GMA Dove Week and IMMERSE. For more on supporting the GMA or becoming a member, please visit http://www.gospelmusic.org/ or contact the GMA directly at 615.277.1376.
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