Forgiven concert review - Knoxville, TN

I had never heard the group, Forgiven, sing live before. I had only listened to their CD, Live at Sunset Heights, which I have enjoyed tremendously. I recently had the privilege of meeting group founders, Kevin & Dianna Beeler, at their home in Knoxville. I immediately hit it off with them and could tell that they really enjoyed singing Southern Gospel music. This past Sunday, they proved that love to the entire congregation at Highland Baptist Church.

Forgiven's, Dianna Beeler, started things off with a song called, "I Need A Blessing," which received a good reaction from the crowd. They then went into a nice rendition of, "Thank You Lord for Your Blessings On Me," immediately followed up with a peppy version of, "Glory Road." Then they paused long enough to introduce the group and ask if the music was too loud or too soft, something that I wish all groups would do. Fortunately, the sound was just perfect and we didn't have to hold our hands over our ears or strain to hear them.

After group introductions they tore into song after song, only stopping briefly between numbers to catch their breath or give a quick testimony, including Dianna's account of receiving her salvation during Vacation Bible School when she was young girl.

I enjoyed every song that Forgiven sang, but, probably my very favorite was one Kevin Beeler sang solo on, "The Old Man Is Dead." Kevin has a voice good enough to put most country music singers to shame, and could probably have a great career in that genre, but instead he is using his talents to spread the good news of Jesus Christ. He is also a talented musician, playing the piano and guitar.

Not only are Kevin and Dianna talented, so are the rest of the members of Forgiven. Alto, Carolyn Wolfe, did an outstanding singing job, and her husband, Darrell, was good on the drums. Young bass player, Philip Wood, solidified the group's sound with his flawless playing.

I lost count of the number of songs that they sang, but it was close to twenty. I could have continued listening to them for hours, but eventually all good things must come to an end.

If you have the opportunity to go to a Forgiven concert or have them come to your church to worship and minister, you won't be disappointed. This group is talented and Spiritual. Check out their official website here.