Song Garden Music recording artist, The Dixie Melody Boys (pictured in attached jpg) solidified their rise back to the top of Southern Gospel at last week’s Southern Gospel Fan Awards held in Pigeon Forge, TN, during the 9th Annual SGM FanFair at the Smoky Mountain Convention Center. The SGM Fan Awards are presented by The Christian Voice Magazine and honor many of Southern Gospel Music’s most talented vocalists and musicians. The night was filled with great performances by several of Southern Gospel Music’s legendary names, including The Dixie Melody Boys, The Palmetto State Quartet, The Hemphills, Phil Cross and many others.

Vertical Sky's President & CEO, Donna King, is thrilled to announce the company's new home on the web, verticalskyonline.com.

The new website will serve Vertical Sky's partnering radio stations, all of the artists associated with the company, and all of the fans who love the artists. 

Donna King shares, "It's hard to put into words what a privilege it is for Vertical Sky to represent so much GREAT music from so many wonderful artists in Gospel music.  And, to have the opportunity to introduce that music to the world through the dedicted radio stations across the globe, who sacrifice so much to share this message of hope, is a complete joy!  I cannot thank Ike LaFontaine enough for his excellent work in creating our new home on the web.  I hope everyone enjoys the features offered there and I pray the services extended to our sweet radio friends will make their lives a little easier."

Michael Davis, founder and president of Michael Davis & Associates, an umbrella company representing several outstanding Christian music booking agencies, is pleased to announce the addition of a Bluegrass divison, Blue Ridge Artist Agency.

Blue Ridge Artist Agency is home to many of today's TOP Bluegrass acts, some of which include, Southern Raised, Tim Surrett, Mountain Faith, and the Snyder Family Band.

Michael Davis, Owner and President of Michael Davis and Associates and founder of the Blue Ridge Artist Agency shares, “Bluegrass Music reflects a worldwide mix of music styles; from jazz, to contemporary country, to rock & roll, to “newgrass,” to Southern Gospel or any form of old time music. Bluegrass speaks to the souls of people everywhere.  I am excited to offer energetic, talented musicians and vocalists to the world through the Blue Ridge Artist Agency.  The music of our artists is presented with professionalism that stirs the heart of the listener.  Each artist has their own unique blend of vocalists and instrumentalists who will electrify your crowd with their exceptional presentation.  I am so grateful to finally be launching this arm of our company because the world needs to hear these artists!”

Daywind Music Group is pleased to announce the signing of Ricky Free to its roster of exclusive songwriters. In Christian music since the age of 15, Ricky has 15 years and 3000 shows under his belt as a professional drummer, and many album and song credits as a songwriter, producer, and studio musician.  His songwriting and producing has been recognized with multiple GMA Dove® Award nominations and several #1 and Top 10 songs. Ricky has had songs performed by Mandisa, Brian Free & Assurance, After Edmund, Crawford Crossing, Charlotte Ritchie and many others. He resides in Nashville, TN with his wife, Kelly, and son, Jude.

Rick Shelton, Vice President of Music Publishing, issued this statement, “Ricky Free is one of those “triple threats.”  He is a fantastic drummer. He is  a creative and experienced producer. His songs are fresh and inspired. We are so very excited and grateful that he is bringing his talents to Daywind Publishing.”