Southern Gospel Journal

Join me in getting to know new Dixie Echoes tenor Jonathan Rigdon! Or read the transcript.

This is a joint episode with Josh Griffin and Kingsmen alumnus Bryan Hutson. They are co-hosts of the Behind the Crown podcast. So this is a collaboration between both podcasts, honoring the history and legacy of the Kingsmen Quartet.Show notesRead a transcript on Southern Gospel JournalBehind the Crown Facebook, YouTubeThe Kingsmen

Josh Singletary shares stories behind the songs on Tribute Quartet’s new album, Forever.If you’d rather read this interview: https://southerngospeljournal.com/josh-singletary-forever-tribute-quartet/ Tribute Quartet: https://www.tributequartet.com/Forever: https://listen.daywind.com/tq_f

Meet Joshua Tomlin, Joseph Habedank's pianist, in this thoughtful and wide-ranging conversation.You can also read this interview on Southern Gospel Journal.Show Notes:Joshua TomlinCumberland ThunderJoseph HabedankSongs Discussed:Cumberland Thunder - John SawBrian Free & Assurance - Liar LiarThe Hinsons - Beyond the Shadow of a DoubtThe Hinsons - The Journey The Hoppers - The Dove Cumberland Thunder - Good News Joseph Habedank - Begging for ChangeJoseph Habedank - Here He ComesJoseph Habedank - One More Reason11th Hour - Room With a View11th Hour - He Sees What We Don’tHoskins Family - Whenever I Call His NameThe Inspirations - That’s Why I Call It HomeGold City - Footprints On the WaterGold City - Not AnymoreKeep up with the latest Southern Gospel Journal episodes on YouTube, Facebook, the website, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts.

Sharon Watts Meads sang soprano for The Hoppers from 1983-86. Hear her life story!You can also read this interview on Southern Gospel Journal.

An interview with Chris White, founder of Sonlite Records and a member of the Southern Gospel Hall of Fame.If you'd like to read this interview: https://southerngospeljournal.com/an-interview-with-chris-white/Watch Chris singing a song in the 1970s with The Songmen, “When the Reapers Come.”

Jordan & Elena Cragun of The Craguns share their story and the stories behind their new album, Steadfast Love!Show notes:You can also read this interview on Southern Gospel Journal.Jordan’s 2009 feature interview with Liberty Quartet.The Craguns: Website, Facebook, Steadfast LoveCheck out Jordan and Elena’s recent appearance on Southern Gospel Forward!

Crossroads radio promoter Jim Stover shares his life story, and also the story behind "Wish You Were Here," a song he co-wrote for the Kingsmen Quartet.If you'd like to read this interview: https://southerngospeljournal.com/jim-stover-interview/

Greg Bentley shares stories from his years singing tenor for The Hoppers, the Down East Boys, and the Squire Parsons TrioYou can also read this interview on Southern Gospel Journal.Keep up with the latest from Horizon Records and Sonlite Records on their website.

Joseph Habedank discusses his new album The Great Adventure: A Tribute to Steven Curtis Chapman.You can also read this interview at Southern Gospel Journal.Keep up with Joseph Habedank on his website, Facebook, and Instagram. Listen to The Great Adventure on CD, YouTube, Apple Music, and Spotify. Also check out Joseph’s interviews on I Love to Tell the Story and on Gold City’s Double Take podcast.

Arthur Rice discusses his career with the Kingsmen, Squire Parsons and Redeemed, and the Kingdom Heirs, and his decision to move into church music.Learn more about Trinity Baptist Asheville and the Kingdom Heirs. For more on Arthur Rice's Kingsmen days, catch his recent episode on Behind the Crown. If you'd rather read this interview, check out the transcript on Southern Gospel Journal.

Pat Barker, a beloved Southern Gospel bass singer, discusses Southern Gospel's eras and culture in episode 1 of the Southern Gospel Podcast.A few links we mentioned:My 2009 feature interview with PatThe Mylon Hayes Family's children sing Something More Than Gold Learn more about the Guardians Quartet

A brief teaser announcing the return of Southern Gospel Journal, this time as a podcast.