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Faith's Journey Added to MAGMA Performing Roster

MAGMA is proud to announce the addition of Faith's Journey to it's roster of performing artists. This Southern Gospel trio is based out of Branson, MO.

The trio travels throughout the country sharing their exciting brand of Gospel Music. They also are featured each Tuesday and Thursday evening at the Absolutely Country Definitely Gospel Show in Branson which is in the God and Country Theatre.

Jonathan Edwards manages the group. Jonathan has been involved in Southern Gospel Music for many years. He has sang with several groups including MAGMA artists, the Ascension Qt. He is best known as a radio personality at KWFC in Springfield, MO where he has won several Singing News Fan Awards for his market size.

Jonathan is joined in the group by his wife, Deana. Originally from Florida, she loves the harmonies in Southern Gospel music and is excited to share in this ministry with her husband.

Rounding out the group is Jonathan Lee, singing tenor. Jonathan most recently was part of the Blackwoods Gospel Show in Pigeon Forge, TN.

For more information about Faith's Journey visit them at www.faithsjourneytrio .com

The Brothers Added to Roster of MAGMA Performing Artists

The Mid America Gospel Music Association has announced the addition of the Brothers to it's roster of performing artists. The Brothers are veterans of Gospel Music whose heritage dates back to 1947.

This marks the first time in many years of singing that the group consists of all male voices. Through the years, the group has mainly traveled as a mixed group.

Stanley Jones, sings baritone and manages the Brothers and is well known in the Gospel Music community as the patriarch of the Stanley Jones Singers who were a very popular group in the Midwest. Stanley is the father of Becky Jones Lercher who is an outstanding solo artist in our MAGMA family.

Stanley is joined by brothers, Dennis and Tommy. The Brothers feature smooth family harmony and sing a traditional style of Gospel Music that you are sure to love.

For more information about the Brothers you may call them at 1-417-746-1515

Tindall Family and Friends Added to MAGMA Roster

MAGMA is happy to announce the addition of the Tindall Family and Friends to their roster of performing members. The Tindall's feature a Country Gospel style complete with an exciting live band. They will be a great addition to the MAGMA family.

The Tindall Family and Friends includes two veteran MAGMA members, Roy Warren and Donnie Quick, who many will remember as longtime members of Gene Warren and the Glorylanders.

The Tindall's have recently released their first CD, "It's Me Again Lord", which features 10 great Country Gospel songs and also features their band who plays on the project. They have announced a CD release party on April, 16, 2016 at the Shepherd's House in DesLoge, MO from 2-6 p.m. For more information concerning the Tindall Family and Friends, visit them at www.tindallfamilyandfriends.com.

MAGMA Names Rick Brown as Board Member

MAGMA is excited to announce the addition of Rick Brown to it's board of directors. Rick is filling the spot vacated by Matt Throgmorton of One Voice, who recently resigned after retiring from the road.

Rick brings many years of experience to the board having traveled in full time Gospel Music with such noted artists as Naomi and the Segos and Coy Cook and the Premiers. Rick is currently traveling with the Wanda Mountain Boys, singing tenor and emceeing for the group.

Rick also has traveled as an evangelist and been heavily involved in Church ministry and traveled extensively with Joyce Meyer Ministries working in prison ministry. He has a great heart for ministry and for the goals that have been set forth by the Mid America Gospel Music Association.

Wanda Mountain Boys Release "The Mission Continues"

The Wanda Mountain Boys are pleased to announce the release of their latest CD project,"The Mission Continues". This recording marks the first as the new vocal lineup of the group and features newcomer, Clinton Everetts.

WMB has recorded 11 great songs, several of which were written by group members, Gary O'Neal and Rick Brown. Other noteable writers on the project are Bruce Haynes, Daryl Williams, Carroll McGruder, Regina Walden, Rick Hargrove and Kevin Womble.

The CD project is now available online at www.wandamountainboys.com or you can pick up a copy at a WMB concert near you.

Gospel Messengers Release "Unexplainable Grace"

GOSPEL MESSENGERS "UNEXPLAINABLE GRACE"

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

www.gospelmessengersministry.org CONTACT: @ 618-322-7495, or gospel.messengers@yahoo.com

Unexplainable Grace Album

This new release by The Gospel Messengers is a culmination of a lifetime of hard work and immersion in gospel music. Much of this fine new album is comprised of the best music of yesteryear sung with tight family harmony. The great vintage material takes on a new life with the excitement that The Gospel Messengers bring to each tune. The passion these three gentlemen have for The Lord Jesus and great gospel music can be felt from the opening track “Love Lifted Me” to the final song “Walk With Me”, a tenor standard, which young Daniel croons with incomparable prowess. Though there is no doubt that superb song selection and polished vocals make up much of this album’s virtue, additional expertise was relied upon. To provide superlative accompaniment for the voices and fresh arrangements for the gems that Gospel Messengers chose to sing, the greatest studio musicians in Nashville, Tn were recruited. Playing piano is, one of gospel music’s finest, Tim Parton (formerly of Legacy 5 Quartet and presently with Jim Brady Trio). Guitar expert, Joel Key, who provided much of the guitar work for the classic film “O Brother Where Art Thou”, applied his mastery on both lead and rhythm guitar. Aaron Minick , an incredible lifelong drum virtuoso, knew exactly what tasteful and exciting beats to add on each song.

The recording of both the tracking and vocals were produced and overseen by Mr. Brian Speer at The Doghouse Studio in Nashville. Brian is the son of the great Brock Speer. Brian has spent his whole life around gospel music, performing (With The Speer Family), recording, and running sound. He knows exactly what our genre should sound like and consistently brings out the best in both the instrumentalists and vocalists on this project. This project is sure to bring tremendous enjoyment and many blessings to its listeners. When dedicated and inspired singers perform top-tier material arranged by master musicians, and produced by a seasoned studio man worthy of the formidable Speer name, the excellence is threefold and can only result in as fine a project as “Unexplainable Grace” proves itself to be.

Wanda Mountain Boys Welcome Clinton Everetts

The Wanda Mountain Boys have announced the addition of Clinton Everetts to the popular male trio. The 23 year old, from Jacksonville, IL, will join the group immediately, filling the vacated position of the retiring Claude Johnson.

Clint has been involved in a solo ministry through his high school and college years, and has traveled with the Chosen Ones as a featured singer. In December of 2014, Clinton was married to Tressa Rueter of the Chosen Ones. Clint is featured on their latest recording, "There is a Purpose" as well as having 3 solo projects of his own.

Clint will join the group singing lead. Group manager, Gary O'Neal, will move to the baritone position.

"We are excited to have Clinton as part of our ministry" said O'Neal. "Rick and I are anxious to see what the future holds and look forward to working with Clint." "Clint will revitalize the energy of the group and will appeal to a younger audience."

WMB is currently booking dates for the remainder of 2015. For more information on the Wanda Mountain Boys or to contact them for a future engagement, visit them at www.wandamountainboys.com.

An Open Letter from Claude Johnson

June 10, 2015

Dear Friends,

For the last several months, I have been praying and contemplating a difficult decision concerning my future with the Wanda Mountain Boys. For the past 25 years, I have been fortunate enough to travel throughout the midwest and share the stage with some wonderful Christian gentlemen. With that being said, I feel like it is time for me to step aside as manager and baritone singer for the Wanda Mountain Boys. This change will take place immediately.

I have enjoyed the journey that the group has taken me on and look forward to the next chapter for the Wanda Mountain Boys. I will be turning the group over to Gary O'Neal. I feel like Gary's years of experience in Gospel Music and knowledge will allow the group to maintain the reputation and high standards that we have tried to maintain through the years.

Rick Brown will remain with the group, singing tenor, and they are currently auditioning singers to fill my position. The group plans to fulfill all dates that the group has scheduled and will be taking booking engagements for future dates. Please contact Gary O'Neal at 1-636-524-1354 or Rick Brown at 1-636-671-4134 with any concerns or if you would want to postpone their future engagement, otherwise, they will consider the date to remain active.

Please continue to pray for the Wanda Mountain Boys as they make this transition and know that in my heart, I will always be a Wanda Mountain Boy.

Best Regards,
Claude Johnson

CRIMSON GOLD RELEASES NEW CD "UNITE"

"Now in our 26th year, CG has shared the love of Jesus Christ in hundreds of churches and communities across the Midwest. Our most important goal is reaching the lost. We also encourage fellowship and harmony among all believers. An obvious reason is this--the unsaved are watching! The lyrics in the title song on this recording reinforce this message. . ."No matter what church congregation, we're striving for Heaven's reward. Unite, let's all come together. Unite in the name of the Lord." As you listen, we pray that you are uplifted and blessed!"
CRIMSON GOLD MINISTRIES

CG would like to thank the following businesses and individuals that generously contributed financially to this project:

Money Concepts Capital Corporation
Gastineau Lumber Co.
Janice Wilson - In loving memory of Nadine Eddington
Glenda Chapman
Wanda O'Brien
Wanda Brown

Rescheduled for THIS SATURDAY NIGHT, MARCH 28......MAGMA Artists to Perform at Benefit

BENEFIT CONCERT HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FOR THIS SATURDAY, MARCH 28, 2015 @ 6:00 P.M.
It's going to be a great night of Southern Gospel Music!!

You don't want to miss this! On Saturday evening, March 28, 2015, there will be a benefit concert for Mr. and Mrs. Bill Skaggs, Sr., (parents of Sally Mathes, Bill Skaggs, Jr., and Susan Ladd), who lost all of their personal belongings in a house fire. Special thanks and appreciation goes out to The Redemptions, The Old Timers, and Crimson Gold for making this happen! We'd also like to thank Bro. Rick Hensley and the Abundant Life Family Church for allowing us to use their beautiful new church auditorium for this event! May God richly bless you!

"Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord."

Colossians 3:16

Welcome to your on-line home for Gospel music in the Midwest. The Mid-America Gospel Music Association (MAGMA) is an organization made up of groups and soloists who love gospel music. Our purpose is to promote the Gospel of Jesus Christ, create opportunities for fellowship among our members and provide an opportunity once a year for members to perform at our annual convention.

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