When two Gaither Vocal Band vacancies came open in late 2013, Bill began a meticulous search and considered every possibility.  A few weeks ago, Gaither Music announced Adam Crabb as the new lead singer, joining Bill Gaither, David Phelps and Wes Hampton.  Now, at last, the search is over for our fifth member and a new era begins in the Gaither Vocal Band’s legacy!

Gaither Music is pleased to welcome our new baritone, Todd Suttles, to the Gaither Vocal Band.  Todd’s deep resonant baritone voice is matched only by his wonderful character, quick sense of humor and infectious energy. He comes to us from Vanderbilt University, where he has served for 20 years as a Sports Fitness Director as well as Vanderbilt’s CampVandy Youth Programs Director, where he will continue when he is not traveling with the Gaither Vocal Band.  Todd has sung with the Settles Connection and can be heard in the background vocals on numerous recordings with artists whom you know and love.  He comes highly recommended by fellow artists, university faculty, and many others who have had the privilege of working with him.

It’s been talked about for years and is now finally coming to pass. Gospel music legends Mark Lowry and The Martins will hit the road together for the first time this spring with their Music & Madness tour.

Kicking off March 6th in Little Rock, Ark., the first leg of Music & Madness will cover 22 cities including stops in Des Moines (Iowa), Bowling Green (Ky.), Fayetteville (N.C.), Nashville and more.

“It’s a lifelong dream,” says Mark about touring with The Martins. “It’s going to be an exciting year, just getting to hear them sing every night.”

The Williamsons from Weleetka, OK are excited about the upcoming release of a brand new project featuring Lisa Williamson titled "Counting My Blessings". The release date is March 1, 2014. This CD is a mixture of some great songs by writers such as Dottie Rambo and Kevin Wright along with five original compositions by Lisa. It truly showcases the variety in Lisa's writing. From heartfelt ballads, to story songs, to a children's song sang by daughters, Sadie and Olivia Williamson, there is something to satisfy every listener.

They recently released their first radio single from this project titled "This Army Keeps Marching On" with Vertical Sky. Donna King said "I am so excited to be working with the Williamsons. We are getting ready to head into the studio this spring. I have followed their music and ministry for a long time and to get to produce a recording is really exciting for me. I am also thrilled to get a brand new single to radio for them. The song 'This Army Keeps Marching On' is energetic and vibey, while staying true to the great feel of real Southern Gospel music. I am looking for lots of wonderful things to come from this radio release."

Crossroads Entertainment & Marketing is pleased to announce a new addition to their staff. Rich Crist has been appointed to the position of A&R Associate for Southern Gospel. Rich’s main responsibilities will be working with artists on the Sonlite and Horizon labels.

“We are thrilled to have Rich coming on board,” says Crossroads executive Chris White. “We have been looking for someone with the talent and knowledge to do this job for a long time. Rich has acquired these attributes from his years he spent with the Crist Family and in his successful business career. We’re very excited about the future!”