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*LYNDA RANDLE LAUNCHES DAILY RADIO PROGRAM
*CHARLES DORRIS & ASSOCIATES ANNOUNCE REPRESENTATION OF LYNDA RANDLE
*CHARLES DORRIS & ASSOCIATES REPRESENT ANNA WILSON
*CHARLES DORRIS & ASSOCIATES REPRESENT GARY MORRIS
*CHARLES DORRIS & ASSOCIATES ANNOUNCE EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTATION OF HEATHER PAYNE
*GUY PENROD APPEARS AT COUNTRY RADIO SEMINAR ON HEELS OF TEXAS GOSPEL MUSIC HALL OF FAME INDUCTION
*GUY PENROD'S "MARCH MADNESS SONG TOURNAMENT" TIPS OFF WITH 16-TITLE PLAYOFF
*CHARLES DORRIS & ASSOCIATES ANNOUNCE EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTATION OF RICKY SKAGGS FOR CHRISTIAN MARKETPLACE
*GUY PENROD EMBARKS ON FIRST SOLO INTERNATIONAL TOUR, PROMOTES HIS DEBUT COUNTRY CD, BREATHE DEEP
*GUY PENROD IMPACTING MAINSTREAM COUNTRY RADIO AS FIRST HEADLINING TOUR SELLS OUT PERFORMANCES
*GUY PENROD CELEBRATES SOLO SUCCESS OF BREATHE DEEP
*GUY PENROD READY TO BREATHE DEEP TOMORROW
*GUY PENROD STEPS OUT FOR SOLO CAREER
*CHARLES DORRIS LAUNCHES CONSULTING PRACTICE AND BOOKING AGENCY
*LYNDA RANDLE LAUNCHES DAILY RADIO PROGRAM
*CHARLES DORRIS & ASSOCIATES ANNOUNCE REPRESENTATION OF LYNDA RANDLE
*CHARLES DORRIS & ASSOCIATES REPRESENT ANNA WILSON
*CHARLES DORRIS & ASSOCIATES REPRESENT GARY MORRIS
*CHARLES DORRIS & ASSOCIATES ANNOUNCE EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTATION OF HEATHER PAYNE
*GUY PENROD APPEARS AT COUNTRY RADIO SEMINAR ON HEELS OF TEXAS GOSPEL MUSIC HALL OF FAME INDUCTION
*GUY PENROD'S "MARCH MADNESS SONG TOURNAMENT" TIPS OFF WITH 16-TITLE PLAYOFF
*CHARLES DORRIS & ASSOCIATES ANNOUNCE EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTATION OF RICKY SKAGGS FOR CHRISTIAN MARKETPLACE
*GUY PENROD EMBARKS ON FIRST SOLO INTERNATIONAL TOUR, PROMOTES HIS DEBUT COUNTRY CD, BREATHE DEEP
*GUY PENROD IMPACTING MAINSTREAM COUNTRY RADIO AS FIRST HEADLINING TOUR SELLS OUT PERFORMANCES
*GUY PENROD CELEBRATES SOLO SUCCESS OF BREATHE DEEP
*GUY PENROD READY TO BREATHE DEEP TOMORROW
*GUY PENROD STEPS OUT FOR SOLO CAREER
*CHARLES DORRIS LAUNCHES CONSULTING PRACTICE AND BOOKING AGENCY
LYNDA RANDLE LAUNCHES DAILY RADIO PROGRAM
- "Living in the Moment" to air daily on Bott Radio Network
beginning June 13, 2011 -
beginning June 13, 2011 -
June 13, 2011 – Singer LYNDA RANDLE
announced today the launch of her daily radio program,
"Living In The Moment" which will air multiple times daily on BOTT
RADIO NETWORK. "Living In The Moment" is a one-minute
commentary of encouragement about daily living.
The program will initially launch as part of BOTT RADIO NETWORK and air Monday-Friday mornings. BOTT RADIO NETWORK (BRN) broadcasts over 88 stations, reaching into 15 states with a combined coverage of 40 million people, plus nationwide over Sky Angel and worldwide on-line, including Facebook and Twitter.
LYNDA has built a large following through her concerts and through appearances on TV around the world as part of the Gaither Homecoming Concert Series. For over 13 years she has performed with Gaither as part of his immensely successful live tours and events, while also doing her own concerts and events, including her "Woman After GOD'S Own Heart" women's conferences. LYNDA'S popular hit song, "God On The Mountain" has become an anthem to many with it’s reminder that GOD is "the GOD of the mountain and the GOD of the valley".
Bott Radio Network founder Dr. Dick Bott became friends with LYNDA and her husband Michael through various ministries events that they participated in over the past two decades in the Kansas City, Missouri area. Subsequent conversations led to Bott expressing his desire to have LYNDA offer her encouragement to millions more by launching a radio program that would air on the network.
"Living In The Moment" is produced by BRN and is recorded at the BRN studios in Kansas City, KS. The programs are written by LYNDA RANDLE who draws from her own life experiences as well as from many people who have influenced her over the years. In addition to Lynda’s one-minute daily commentary program, the second phase that will begin soon is a 30-minute Saturday program that will include special guest, music and as Lynda deals with current issues that face the body of Christ today.
LYNDA joins a distinguished list of guest speakers on BRN that includes Chuck Swindoll, David Jeremiah, Dennis Rainey, Ravi Zacharias, Tony Evans, Jay Sekulow and many more.
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Founded in Kansas City in 1962, Bott Radio Network currently broadcasts its format of Quality Bible Teaching with Christian News and Information on 88 radio stations, reaching into fifteen states with a combined coverage of 40 million people. BRN also is heard nationwide on Sky Angel Channel 202, worldwide online at bottradionetwork.com, Apple TV, iTunes Radio, and on Smart Phones, including the Bott Radio iPhone app and the new Android app. You can find Bott Radio Network on Facebook at facebook.com/bottradionetwork and follow them on Twitter at twitter.com/bottradio.
Lynda Randle launched her ministry in 1981 and has performed over 2,000 concerts in over 15 countries around the world. She has performed at numerous women's events, conferences, churches and colleges. For more information on Lynda Randle, visit www.lyndarandle.com or call 816-792-5353.
For More Information Contact: Charles Dorris or Gerald Roy at DR Artist Management - 615-236-1684.
For Booking Information: Regina Crutcher at Deacon Management - 816-799-8000
The program will initially launch as part of BOTT RADIO NETWORK and air Monday-Friday mornings. BOTT RADIO NETWORK (BRN) broadcasts over 88 stations, reaching into 15 states with a combined coverage of 40 million people, plus nationwide over Sky Angel and worldwide on-line, including Facebook and Twitter.
LYNDA has built a large following through her concerts and through appearances on TV around the world as part of the Gaither Homecoming Concert Series. For over 13 years she has performed with Gaither as part of his immensely successful live tours and events, while also doing her own concerts and events, including her "Woman After GOD'S Own Heart" women's conferences. LYNDA'S popular hit song, "God On The Mountain" has become an anthem to many with it’s reminder that GOD is "the GOD of the mountain and the GOD of the valley".
Bott Radio Network founder Dr. Dick Bott became friends with LYNDA and her husband Michael through various ministries events that they participated in over the past two decades in the Kansas City, Missouri area. Subsequent conversations led to Bott expressing his desire to have LYNDA offer her encouragement to millions more by launching a radio program that would air on the network.
"Living In The Moment" is produced by BRN and is recorded at the BRN studios in Kansas City, KS. The programs are written by LYNDA RANDLE who draws from her own life experiences as well as from many people who have influenced her over the years. In addition to Lynda’s one-minute daily commentary program, the second phase that will begin soon is a 30-minute Saturday program that will include special guest, music and as Lynda deals with current issues that face the body of Christ today.
LYNDA joins a distinguished list of guest speakers on BRN that includes Chuck Swindoll, David Jeremiah, Dennis Rainey, Ravi Zacharias, Tony Evans, Jay Sekulow and many more.
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Founded in Kansas City in 1962, Bott Radio Network currently broadcasts its format of Quality Bible Teaching with Christian News and Information on 88 radio stations, reaching into fifteen states with a combined coverage of 40 million people. BRN also is heard nationwide on Sky Angel Channel 202, worldwide online at bottradionetwork.com, Apple TV, iTunes Radio, and on Smart Phones, including the Bott Radio iPhone app and the new Android app. You can find Bott Radio Network on Facebook at facebook.com/bottradionetwork and follow them on Twitter at twitter.com/bottradio.
Lynda Randle launched her ministry in 1981 and has performed over 2,000 concerts in over 15 countries around the world. She has performed at numerous women's events, conferences, churches and colleges. For more information on Lynda Randle, visit www.lyndarandle.com or call 816-792-5353.
For More Information Contact: Charles Dorris or Gerald Roy at DR Artist Management - 615-236-1684.
For Booking Information: Regina Crutcher at Deacon Management - 816-799-8000
GUY PENROD APPEARS AT COUNTRY RADIO SEMINAR
ON HEELS OF TEXAS GOSPEL MUSIC
HALL OF FAME INDUCTION
(NASHVILLE, Tenn.) March 14, 2011 — Servant Records/Gaither Music Group recording artist Guy Penrod was among scores of country artists making appearances recently at Country Radio Seminar (CRS), the annual gathering of country radio personnel, industry executives and country recording artists held in downtown Nashville. Penrod was interviewed by multiple radio outlets, and had a chance to catch up with friends such as 2010 ACM Top New Vocal Duo Joey + Rory (pictured, from L: Guy, Joey + Rory – photo credit: Martha E. Moore).
Prior to CRS, Penrod was inducted into the Texas Gospel Music Hall of Fame at ceremonies held February 26 at Dallas Baptist University. Penrod, a native Texan, joins an illustrious list of previous inductees including Larry Gatlin and the Gatlins; Glen Payne; Les Beasley; the Chuck Wagon Gang; Oak Ridge Boy Duane Allen; and Cynthia Clawson. Pictured at the Induction (below), from L: Randy Wills, President, Texas Gospel Music Hall of Fame; Angie and Guy Penrod; and Lou Hildreth and Rudy Gatlin, previous Hall of Fame inductees and current board members.
ON HEELS OF TEXAS GOSPEL MUSIC
HALL OF FAME INDUCTION
(NASHVILLE, Tenn.) March 14, 2011 — Servant Records/Gaither Music Group recording artist Guy Penrod was among scores of country artists making appearances recently at Country Radio Seminar (CRS), the annual gathering of country radio personnel, industry executives and country recording artists held in downtown Nashville. Penrod was interviewed by multiple radio outlets, and had a chance to catch up with friends such as 2010 ACM Top New Vocal Duo Joey + Rory (pictured, from L: Guy, Joey + Rory – photo credit: Martha E. Moore).Prior to CRS, Penrod was inducted into the Texas Gospel Music Hall of Fame at ceremonies held February 26 at Dallas Baptist University. Penrod, a native Texan, joins an illustrious list of previous inductees including Larry Gatlin and the Gatlins; Glen Payne; Les Beasley; the Chuck Wagon Gang; Oak Ridge Boy Duane Allen; and Cynthia Clawson. Pictured at the Induction (below), from L: Randy Wills, President, Texas Gospel Music Hall of Fame; Angie and Guy Penrod; and Lou Hildreth and Rudy Gatlin, previous Hall of Fame inductees and current board members.
Penrod is nominated for two Dove Awards: Country Album of the Year for his best-selling 2010 solo debut, Breathe Deep, and Country Recorded Song of the Year for “Are You The One,” written by Tammy Hyler and Shaye Smith.
Since stepping away from a 14-year tenure with the GRAMMY and Dove Award-winning Gaither Vocal Band, Penrod has celebrated a number of career milestones in the past year, including the release of Breathe Deep; success at both mainstream country and southern gospel radio formats; numerous sold-out tour dates in the United States and abroad; and such high profile appearances as CMA Music Fest and the National Quartet Convention.
For further information, visit www.guypenrod.com or www.turningpointpr.com.
PR CONTACT INFORMATION:
Turning Point Media Relations, Inc.
106 Mission Court, Suite 106
Franklin, TN 37067
615-261-1818
Brian Smith, President
Emily Kohl, Vice President
- Fans to pick their favorite Penrod recording via Facebook -
(Nashville, TN) March 10, 2011 – In keeping with the spirit of the NCAA basketball tournament, Country and Christian music star Guy Penrod has announced his "March Madness Song Tournament" on Facebook. Fans can vote to select their favorite Penrod performance in a seeded, 16-song tournament.
Earlier this month, Guy Penrod's Facebook fans nominated their favorite tracks from his solo CD, Breathe Deep, or any song recorded during his 14-year reign as the lead vocalist of the Gaither Vocal Band. A total of 46 different titles were nominated; the top 16 most-popular songs now round out the bracket. The first round of voting will begin tomorrow, Friday, March 11, and continue until the winning song is announced on Thursday, March 31.
The contest's Grand Prize is a brand new, 32-GB Apple iPod Touch, loaded with all of the tournament's 16 songs, plus additional music and videos from Penrod's Breathe Deep and The Best of Guy Penrod releases.
Guy's combined 2010 CD sales exceeded 100,000 units (Breathe Deep; The Best of Guy Penrod), and Breathe Deep was the best-selling new Southern Gospel CD last year. The disc was also the second best-selling new Country Gospel CD, with total sales of 54,000 units. Guy received his first two solo artist Dove Award nominations for: Country Album of the Year and Country Recorded Song of the Year (2010) .Upcoming press includes: Country Weekly (March 21) and Mature Living (April); a Parent Life feature appeared in February.
Guy is currently visiting radio stations in support of his current single, "Pray About Everything," and has a solid 2011 touring schedule. Fans can visit GuyPenrod.com for all the details.
Earlier this month, Guy Penrod's Facebook fans nominated their favorite tracks from his solo CD, Breathe Deep, or any song recorded during his 14-year reign as the lead vocalist of the Gaither Vocal Band. A total of 46 different titles were nominated; the top 16 most-popular songs now round out the bracket. The first round of voting will begin tomorrow, Friday, March 11, and continue until the winning song is announced on Thursday, March 31.
The contest's Grand Prize is a brand new, 32-GB Apple iPod Touch, loaded with all of the tournament's 16 songs, plus additional music and videos from Penrod's Breathe Deep and The Best of Guy Penrod releases.Guy's combined 2010 CD sales exceeded 100,000 units (Breathe Deep; The Best of Guy Penrod), and Breathe Deep was the best-selling new Southern Gospel CD last year. The disc was also the second best-selling new Country Gospel CD, with total sales of 54,000 units. Guy received his first two solo artist Dove Award nominations for: Country Album of the Year and Country Recorded Song of the Year (2010) .Upcoming press includes: Country Weekly (March 21) and Mature Living (April); a Parent Life feature appeared in February.
Guy is currently visiting radio stations in support of his current single, "Pray About Everything," and has a solid 2011 touring schedule. Fans can visit GuyPenrod.com for all the details.
CHARLES DORRIS & ASSOCIATES ANNOUNCE
EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTATION OF RICKY SKAGGS
FOR CHRISTIAN MARKETPLACE
Grammy Award-winning artist
to play more churches and Christian events
EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTATION OF RICKY SKAGGS
FOR CHRISTIAN MARKETPLACE
Grammy Award-winning artist
to play more churches and Christian events
(Nashville, TN) Dec. 14, 2010 – Charles Dorris & Associates is pleased to announce exclusive representation of Ricky Skaggs for the Christian marketplace. For over 25 years, RICKY SKAGGS has been a household name in the music business appearing on countless television shows and performing hundreds of concerts. His image as a devoted Christian husband and father, along with his outspoken commitment to CHRIST, has been a part of every performance.
The 14-time Grammy winner is back with his 4th gospel album titled Mosaic. Just one listen to this album and you can see why Christianity Today says “…(RICKY) cuts right to the heart of his faith-filled message and gives the spotlight to his warm, fatherly vocals, and unfettered lyrics.” RICKY SKAGGS has a true gift with an incredible string of 12 “No. 1” hits and 12 “Top 20” country albums. His newest album Mosaic, released through Skaggs Family Records, is a testament to his personal faith.
With the release this new project, RICKY desires to focus much of his touring toward Christian opportunities, performing in churches or at Christian events and conferences. As an organization that has presented Christian concerts in the past, we are hopeful you will consider RICKY SKAGGS for a concert event in 2011.
Charles Dorris - charlesdorris@gmail.com
Jill Fetters - jillfett@gmail.com
The 14-time Grammy winner is back with his 4th gospel album titled Mosaic. Just one listen to this album and you can see why Christianity Today says “…(RICKY) cuts right to the heart of his faith-filled message and gives the spotlight to his warm, fatherly vocals, and unfettered lyrics.” RICKY SKAGGS has a true gift with an incredible string of 12 “No. 1” hits and 12 “Top 20” country albums. His newest album Mosaic, released through Skaggs Family Records, is a testament to his personal faith.
With the release this new project, RICKY desires to focus much of his touring toward Christian opportunities, performing in churches or at Christian events and conferences. As an organization that has presented Christian concerts in the past, we are hopeful you will consider RICKY SKAGGS for a concert event in 2011.
For information on booking a Christian marketplace performance:
Charles Dorris & Associates, LLC
615-236-1684
www.charlesdorrisandassociates.comCharles Dorris & Associates, LLC
615-236-1684
Charles Dorris - charlesdorris@gmail.com
Jill Fetters - jillfett@gmail.com
Charles Dorris & Associates, LLC also represents:
GUY PENROD, GARY MORRIS, LYNDA RANDLE, HEATHER PAYNE, MARK HARRIS, TERRY WARREN, BILL MILLER,
CARPENTER & MAY and THE ADVANTAGE TALENT & MODEL TOUR.
GUY PENROD, GARY MORRIS, LYNDA RANDLE, HEATHER PAYNE, MARK HARRIS, TERRY WARREN, BILL MILLER,
CARPENTER & MAY and THE ADVANTAGE TALENT & MODEL TOUR.
GUY PENROD EMBARKS ON FIRST SOLO
INTERNATIONAL TOUR, PROMOTES HIS
DEBUT COUNTRY CD, BREATHE DEEP
"Poignant lyrics and masterfully crafted melodies that range from soulful ballads to rock-a-billy
have certainly bridged the gap between gospel and country with Guy's debut album. Life, love and faith
are beautifully interwoven into each of the specially selected songs on this album." ROUGHSTOCK
"The musical range on BREATHE DEEP is from earthy to heavenly and Guy is mature and impressive
in delivery with a soulful quality. His contemporary backing is broad in appeal, ideal for country radio."
— British Journalist/Broadcaster/Author Paul Davis
INTERNATIONAL TOUR, PROMOTES HIS
DEBUT COUNTRY CD, BREATHE DEEP
"Poignant lyrics and masterfully crafted melodies that range from soulful ballads to rock-a-billy
have certainly bridged the gap between gospel and country with Guy's debut album. Life, love and faith
are beautifully interwoven into each of the specially selected songs on this album." ROUGHSTOCK
"The musical range on BREATHE DEEP is from earthy to heavenly and Guy is mature and impressive
in delivery with a soulful quality. His contemporary backing is broad in appeal, ideal for country radio."
— British Journalist/Broadcaster/Author Paul Davis
(NASHVILLE, Tenn.) July 19, 2010 — Guy Penrod, the dominant voice of the Gaither Vocal Band for
the last 14 years, embarks on his first solo international tour (July 31 -
August 16), which encompasses six countries and a variety of venues, ranging
from large theaters to intimate church settings. Penrod's tour supports
his debut country CD release, BREATHE DEEP, produced by Brent Rowan (Joe Nichols,
Blake Shelton) for Servant Records/Gaither Music Group. The first single
release from the project, "Are You The One," is currently #1 on the New
Christian Music Chart (ITINERARY- For ticket information click on www.guypenrod.com
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Joining Guy on stage will be some of Nashville's finest musicians, including: Jason Ahlbrandt, Lead Guitar/Vocals; Jonathan Crone, Acoustic Guitar/Vocals; Andrew Lusk, Keyboards/Vocals; Lucas Skaggs (son of Ricky Skaggs), Bass Guitar and Tucker Wilson (grandson of Buck White of The Whites), Drums.
BREATHE DEEP is available for purchase at retail outlets worldwide, as well as online at all major e-tailers.
MEDIA CONTACT INFORMATION:
Martha E. Moore
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615-746-3994
GUY PENROD IMPACTING MAINSTREAM COUNTRY RADIO
AS FIRST HEADLINING TOUR
SELLS OUT PERFORMANCES
SELLS OUT PERFORMANCES
(NASHVILLE, Tenn.) April 6, 2010 — On the heels of the recent chart-topping
release of his highly anticipated solo debut, Breathe Deep,
Servant Records/Gaither Music Group recording artist Guy Penrod is impacting
mainstream country radio with his debut single. “Are You The One,”
written by Tammy Hyler and Shaye Smith, is already receiving airplay at
more than 75 stations across the country. Reporting stations in six
markets, including Fayetteville, North Carolina, and Tuscaloosa,
Alabama, are playing the single, which had an official add date of March
29.Meanwhile, Penrod’s Breathe Deep Tour launched March 25 with two sell-out performances in Akron, Ohio. Featuring Penrod and his band, the Tour will travel to 18 cities, including Omaha, Nebraska; Tulsa, Oklahoma; and Virginia Beach, Virginia, before wrapping-up May 30 in Orlando, Florida. Beginning April 8, the Tour will feature special guest Austins Bridge.
Produced by Brent Rowan (Joe Nichols, Blake Shelton), Breathe Deep debuted at #2 on Nielsen SoundScan’s Christian/Gospel-Christian retail chart for the week ending February 28 and entered The Billboard 200 at #108. Comprised of 13 selections focusing on Penrod’s passions—faith and family— Breathe Deep features contributions from such top Music Row writers as Billy Montana, Neal Coty, Don Poythress, and Mike Mobley, among others.
During his 14 years with the GRAMMY® and Dove Award-winning Gaither Vocal Band, Penrod performed before more than 5 million people on Bill & Gloria Gaither’s Homecoming Tours and was featured on Gaither television specials airing on multiple networks. The Gaither Vocal Band sold more than 1 million CDs and DVDs while Penrod was a member. Prior to joining the Vocal Band, Penrod was a highly sought-after studio singer in Nashville and appeared for three years on TNN’s popular “Music City Tonight” as a vocalist in the house band.
For further information, visit www.guypenrod.com.
PR CONTACT INFORMATION:
Turning Point Media Relations, Inc.
106 Mission Court, Suite 106
Franklin, TN 37067
615-261-1818
Brian Smith, President
Emily Kohl, Manager of Public Relations
With Career Retrospective Topping
Multiple Charts —
GUY PENROD CELEBRATES SOLO SUCCESS
OF BREATHE DEEP
GUY PENROD CELEBRATES SOLO SUCCESS
OF BREATHE DEEP
(NASHVILLE, Tenn.) March 9, 2010 — Breathe Deep, the February 23 Servant
Records/Gaither Music Group solo debut from acclaimed vocalist Guy Penrod, is the #2 best-selling album in
the country, according to Nielsen SoundScan’s
Christian/Gospel-Christian retail chart, for the week ending February
28. Produced by Brent Rowan (Joe Nichols, Blake
Shelton), Breathe Deep is also #6 on Nielsen SoundScan’s
Current Contemporary Christian chart and entered The Billboard 200 at
#108.Emerging as one of the preeminent country singers in Christian music today, Penrod currently has a total of three releases in the Top 10 among five retail charts. Gaither Music Group’s The Best of Guy Penrod, featuring highlights from Penrod’s tenure with the Gaither Vocal Band, is also #1 on Nielsen SoundScan’s Southern Gospel chart for the week ending February 28, while The Best of Guy Penrod appears at #6 on Nielsen SoundScan’s Christian/Gospel-Christian retail chart. In addition, "The Best of Guy Penrod" DVD is the best-selling title on Nielsen SoundScan’s Christian Music Video chart and #6 on Billboard’s Top Video chart.
After 14 years with the GRAMMY® and Dove Award-winning Gaither Vocal Band, Penrod stepped away from the ensemble last year to pursue a solo career. Breathe Deep, comprised of 13 selections focusing on Penrod’s passions—faith and family—features contributions from such top Music Row writers as Billy Montana, Neal Coty, Don Poythress, and Mike Mobley, among others. The album includes the debut country single “Are You The One,” and the debut Southern Gospel single “The Maker Of Them All."
For further information, visit www.guypenrod.com.
PR CONTACT INFORMATION:
Turning Point Media Relations, Inc.
106 Mission Court, Suite 106
Franklin, TN 37067
615-261-1818
Brian Smith, President
Emily Kohl, Manager of Public Relations
GUY PENROD READY TO BREATHE DEEP TOMORROW
(NASHVILLE, Tenn.) Feb. 22, 2010 — Breathe Deep, the debut solo recording from Guy Penrod, acclaimed vocalist and former member of the legendary Gaither Vocal Band, is slated to release tomorrow. Produced by veteran hit maker Brent Rowan (Joe Nichols, Blake Shelton), Breathe Deep is comprised of 13 country selections focusing on faith and family.With contributions from such top Music Row writers as Billy Montana, Neal Coty, Don Poythress, and Mike Mobley, among others, Penrod’s Servant Records/Gaither Music Group release features the debut country single “Are You The One,” and the debut Southern Gospel single “The Maker Of Them All.”
“Breathe Deep touches on how fast our kids grow-up, how soon our parents grow old, and how precious those moments in between are,” Penrod says. “I believe country is one of the best genres of music from which to tell the American story; songs can literally become modern-day parables on how to live life. In fact, there's a lot of 'gospel' on the 13 songs we recorded—not my answers, but God's way wrapped in everyday language with a country feel."
“I live in the country on a farm in a log house, drive a tractor and a Ford F-350,” he continues. “But whether a listener lives in a Manhattan high rise and goes to work in a limo, at the end of the day 'life is life' and we all have joys and heartaches as well as similar basic needs and desires. That's the common thread that runs through my music that I hope everyone can identify with."
After 14 years with the GRAMMY® and Dove Award-winning Gaither Vocal Band, Penrod stepped away from the ensemble last year to pursue a solo career. Prior to his tenure with the Vocal Band, he was an in-demand session singer in Nashville and appeared for three years on TNN's popular "Music City Tonight" as a vocalist in the show’s house band. Penrod and his wife, Angie, are the parents of eight children, whom they homeschool.
Breathe Deep, a Servant Records/Gaither Music Group release, is distributed by EMI CMG Distribution.
For further information, visit www.guypenrod.com.
PR CONTACT INFORMATION:
Turning Point Media Relations, Inc.
106 Mission Court, Suite 106
Franklin, TN 37067
615-261-1818
Brian Smith, President
Emily Kohl, Manager of Public Relations
GUY PENROD STEPS OUT FOR SOLO CAREER
(NASHVILLE, Tenn.) Jan. 11, 2010 — Acclaimed vocalist Guy Penrod has signed an exclusive recording agreement with Gaither Music Group. His highly-anticipated solo debut, Breathe Deep, is set to release next month and will feature 13 country selections focusing on faith and family.
Penrod was a member of Southern Gospel’s legendary Gaither Vocal Band for 14 years before departing the GRAMMY and Dove Award-winning ensemble in 2009 to pursue a solo career. He is co-managed by Charles Dorris and Gerald Roy of DR Management and is booked by Charles Dorris & Associates.
"I will be forever grateful to the Gaither Vocal Band and the fans around the world who have loyally supported me all these years," said Penrod. "Their encouragement has given me wings to fly solo, and I couldn’t be more excited about my new music. It’s my desire that my longtime fans will wholeheartedly embrace these new songs, and I’m also looking forward to making many more friends as we share this music with an even broader audience."
“Guy played an unforgettable role in the Gaither Vocal Band’s award-winning history," said Barry Jennings, president, Gaither Music Group. "Now, after launching out on his own in 2009, he has created a recording that really brings together the things that have always been close to his heart: faith and family. Gaither Music Group is very proud to release his first solo recording and we look forward to watching him succeed as a solo artist.”
Founded by Christian music pioneer Bill Gaither, Nashville-based Gaither Music Group is home to such artists as The Isaacs, Ernie Haase & Signature Sound, and Mark Lowry, among other top names. Gaither Music Group is an EMI CMG distributed label.
Signing an exclusive recording
agreement with Gaither Music Group, Guy Penrod (middle, seated)
is surrounded by members of his label and management team. Pictured with Penrod are (seated l-r)
Paul Sizelove, vice-president, Gaither Music Group; Barry Jennings, president, Gaither Music Group;
(standing l-r) Charles Dorris, president, Charles Dorris & Associates; and Gerald Roy, DR Management.
is surrounded by members of his label and management team. Pictured with Penrod are (seated l-r)
Paul Sizelove, vice-president, Gaither Music Group; Barry Jennings, president, Gaither Music Group;
(standing l-r) Charles Dorris, president, Charles Dorris & Associates; and Gerald Roy, DR Management.
PR CONTACT INFORMATION:
Turning Point Media Relations, Inc.
106 Mission Court, Suite 106
Franklin, TN 37067
615-261-1818
Brian Smith, President
Emily Kohl, Manager of Public Relations
Turning Point Media Relations, Inc.
106 Mission Court, Suite 106
Franklin, TN 37067
615-261-1818
Brian Smith, President
Emily Kohl, Manager of Public Relations
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CHARLES DORRIS LAUNCHES |
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(Nashville, TN) August 21, 2009 – Twenty-eight year music veteran Charles Dorris (above, left) has launched two new companies: CDA Consulting and Charles Dorris & Associates.
CDA Consulting focuses on live events, artist growth strategies, brand enhancement, tour sponsorships and connecting to the family friendly and faith-based marketplace. “Live music and events are key revenue streams for artists, promoters and others. Many entities want to maximize income from this lucrative area and are seeking input,” says Dorris. “CDA Consulting offers guidance and strategic analysis in helping music and entertainment clients determine and achieve their goals.” The company’s initial consulting clients include: World Vision, iTickets, Executive Music Group, syndicated columnist John Rosemond, Grace Productions and Psalm 98 Productions.
Due to the growing demand for strategic booking campaigns, Dorris has also formed Charles Dorris & Associates, a booking agency focusing on representing special events, project oriented tours and select artists. As part of this growth, Dorris has hired veteran agent Jill Fetters (above, right) to coordinate booking activity. Fetters was most recently agent for Annie Moses Band and brings extensive contacts with Music Ministers, Worship Leaders and Performing Arts Centers.
Initial clients that Charles Dorris & Associates represents across the board in all markets include: Integrity's Deeper Worship Tour, featuring Paul Baloche, Brian Doerksen and Kathryn Scott; Heather Payne and Mark Harris. The company also represents Ronnie Milsap, who just released his first Gospel album, and Marilyn McCoo & Billy Davis, Jr. in the Christian market, while representing Bill Miller, Carpenter & May and Annie Moses Band in the performing arts center market. Other signings are being finalized and will be announced soon.
CDA Consulting and Charles Dorris & Associates, LLC are located at:
Charles Dorris & Associates, LLC
The Maxx Centre
277 Mallory Station Road, Suite 130
Franklin, TN 37067
615-236-1684, 615-236-3000 Fax
www.charlesdorrisandassociates.com
During his time in the music business, Dorris has been involved in the careers of such genre leading artists as Switchfoot,
Kirk Franklin, Steven Curtis Chapman, CeCe Winans, 4 Him, Point Of Grace, Jaci Velasquez, Sandi Patty, Reba
McEntire, Randy Travis, Diamond Rio, Ronnie Milsap and many others.
Dorris was most recently Senior Vice President and Head of Christian Music for the William Morris Agency. He
previously had his own agency, which he sold to William Morris Agency in 1993. Currently serving on the Executive
Committee of the Gospel Music Association, he has also served two terms as GMA Board Chairman (2005-2009). Dorris
has further served as president and is a current board member of Rocketown in Nashville.
