An anniversary fit for a Triumphant Kingsmen!

My wife and I are celebrating our 24th wedding anniversary next Sunday, March 15th. Some folks dream of going to far away exotic places and eating at fancy restaurants. Well, whatever floats your boat I reckon. I could care less about that sort of thing. I can't think of a better place to spend our anniversary than at the 5th annual SGM FanFair in Pigeon Forge!

Yes Southern Gospel music lovers, the 2-finest quartets in all of SGM are coming to Pigeon Forge, TN on Monday, March 16th, to participate in the 5th annual SGM FanFair; The Kingsmen, and Triumphant Quartet!!! It's no secret that the Mighty Kingsmen Quartet is my favorite quartet of all time. And, of course, my second favorite quartet of all time is Triumphant Quartet. Wow, Ray Dean Reese, Eric Bennett, and myself, all in one place on the same night! I'm excited just thinking about it! I'm hoping to be able to take a vacation day off from work on that Monday and spend all day long at the FanFair.

Not only are the Kingsmen and Triumphant going to be there but so are Gold City, and Michael & Delilah Kitts! Here is the entire scheduled lineup for Monday: Darlene Chapman, Gold City, Goodwins, Jeff Treece Band, Kingsmen, Lauren King, Mattingly Family, Melody Trio, Michael & Delilah, Mike Southerland, Rod Burton, Samaritans, Susan Ketron, Tim Parton, Triumphant Quartet, Yielded Ministries. See the entire week's schedule HERE.

I'd sure like to be able to attend on Friday as well because more of my favorites will be there; the Dixie Echoes, Dixie Melody Boys, Jeff & Sheri Easter, and the awesome Tony Gore & Majesty!!! I seriously doubt I'll be able to take off 2-days from work that week though so I won't be able to be there. Hmmm, maybe I can leave a little early and make it to Pigeon Forge in time for the concerts though! I'll have to see...

Southern Gospel Music FanFair is March 16 - March 21, 2009 at the Smoky Mountain Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, TN. Directions HERE.

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Remembering Won by One

This Knoxville based group started out as a trio. In August of 1994, Tenor-Greg Shockley, Lead-Clayton Inman, and Baritone-David Jenkins, made their debut appearance as 'Won by One.' The next year they won the coveted, Singing News Horizon Group Award for 1995. They continued on as a trio for the next 4-years, delighting Southern Gospel fans of all ages. Then, in 1999, they smartly added Bass singer, Bob Caldwell, and rose to the ranks of one of the greatest quartets of the day.

The Singing News cover on the left, was from August 1999. In that issue they were booked solid all across the United States. Singing in Hueytown, AL to Lake Charles, LA and everywhere in between. Their number one (June 1999) smash hit single, 'King Jesus,' was sitting in the 10th spot on the Top 80 Chart. They quickly followed up with another hit song, 'Dead Man Walking,' which was written by David Jenkins. It looked like there was no stopping this awesome quartet.

The article from the Singing News had the following statement; "As they step into the future with great anticipation, Won By One has one common goal: they want to remain in the center of God's will as they continue and unmistakable sound of seamless harmony that has stood strong for five years, without so much as even a membership change."

Sadly, that didn't last very long. A year later, Greg Shockley left the group and was replaced by Nic Holland. Two year's later, Bob Caldwell and Clayton Inman left the group to pursue other opportunities. Inman went on to join his buddy, Eric Bennett, former bass with the Kingdom Heirs, to form a new group called, 'Integrity Quartet,' which was later changed to 'Triumphant Quartet.' Caldwell spent more time at home and did some bus driving work for the popular Morristown, TN trio, Greater Vision. He also made a few guest appearances with various groups. To my knowledge, he isn't singing with anyone as of this writing.

Won by One continued on as a Trio for 2 more years, changing out the Tenor position a couple of times and a new lead, Chris Whitaker. They never did achieve the success that they once had, and in 2004 they disbanded. Founding member, David Jenkins, lasted throughout the entire history of the group and in July 2005 went on to sing baritone for a trio out of Dayton Ohio, called 'New Life.' I'm not sure what he is doing currently.



I would love to see the group name, Won by One, be used again. Maybe Greg and David could resurrect it! Probably just wishful thinking...

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Triumphant Quartet Caught On Tape!

I just recently discovered Southern Gospel Tube. Just as the name implies, it is an alternative to YouTube, only it is for Southern Gospel music videos! This is the most awesome site that I have ran across in a long, long time! Tons of old and new videos of some of my very favorite SG groups, including, the Kingsmen, Inspirations, Happy Goodmans, Cathedrals and the list goes on and on. I even found the excellent video below of Triumphant Quartet doing 'Don't Let the Sandals Fool Ya.'



Check out http://www.southerngospeltube.com/

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Gatlinburg Gathering in Gatlinburg Tennessee

Abraham Productions Presents:

The Gatlinburg Gathering!

Dates: Friday, August 29, 2008 through Sunday, August 31, 2008

Time: 7:00 PM Friday and Saturday 6:00 PM Sunday

Venue: Gatlinburg Convention Center
234 Historic Nature Trail
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
865-436-2392
www.gatlinburg-tennessee.com


Artists:

Friday: Gold City, Hoppers, Ivan Parker, Perrys, Josh & Ashley Franks, Shaffers

Saturday: Brian Free & Assurance, Greenes, Talley Trio, Pfeifers, Collingsworth Family, Crist Family

Sunday: Booth Brothers, Karen Peck and New River, Triumphant Quartet, Kirk Talley, Third Generation

Speakers:
Friday: Herb Reavis
Saturday: John Pfeifer
Sunday: Jack Lassiter

Tickets:
On Sale - May 7th, 2008
Call 1-888-238-6858 or click here
for more information

Ticket Prices: Artist Circle - $26.50 per night
Reserved - $22.50 per night
General Admission - $19.50 per night
3-Night Discount - $5.00 off total nights per sold
Ticket Outlets: Abraham Productions, Inc
1- 888-238-6858

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For more information visit: www.abrahamproductions.net

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Triumphant Quartet, Jan. 27 at Valley Grove Baptist, Knoxville, TN

Triumphant Quartet At Valley Grove Baptist Church, Knoxville, TN From Triumphant Quartet.com:

Triumphant Quartet will be at Valley Grove Baptist Church, (Jeffs home church) in Knoxville, TN January 27, 2008 at 7:00 PM So Make plans to be there. Contact number is 865-577-6620

Visit Valley Grove Baptist Church website here.

Visit Triumphant Quartet's website here.

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Local Southern Gospel quartet part of world premier!

Local Southern Gospel quartet, Triumphant, was one of 3 artists that performed at the world premier of "American Gospel Music," at Carnegie Hall in New York, on November 23, 2007.

Triumphant, along with the Imperials, and Babbie Mason, performed with the American Festival Symphony and a 180+ member Choral section, that was made up of several different churches. The event was produced and promoted by a Nashville, TN company, Christian Music Presenters .

Read more about this great event at Triumphant Quartet's website: PRESS RELEASE

Triumphant Quartet is based in Sevierville, TN and are currently full time performers at the Miracle Theatre in Pigeon Forge. Triumphant will be taking their ministry on the road full time beginning in 2008. Keep checking their touring schedule for upcoming dates: SCHEDULE

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