Mark209 "Christmas All Over The World"

“Christmas All Over The World” is Mark209’s first Christmas release to country radio from their album Christmas Trees & Cowboy Boots

 Mark209’s 2024 Christmas Tour spans across 15 states

 Writer Corey Lee Barker (Christmas Corey) has had over 1,600 songs cut by artists or placed in TV shows since 1998, with his music featured on networks like ABC, Hallmark, Netflix, and more. His songs have been recorded by popular artists including Vince Gill, Tracy Lawrence, Home Free, Rhonda Vincent, Larry Gatlin, and T Graham Brown, and he has won multiple Songwriter of the Year awards and has been featured on Grammy-winning and Billboard-topping albums

 Diamond Award Winners (2017, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022) – Christian Country Group of the Year 

 Performed multiple private concerts for both Presidents Bush, their families, and staff in their private home on Walker’s Point (Kennebunkport, Maine)

Shared the stage with Country Music Hall of Fame members, Grand Ole Opry members, GRAMMY®, Dove, and American Music Award recipients including Ronnie Milsap, T. G. Sheppard, Ronnie McDowell, Danny Gokey, Colton Dixon, Tenth Avenue North, Karen Peck & New River, and Ernie Haase & Signature Sound

 Voted Fan Favorite Group of the Year by Christian Voice Magazine

 Reached #1 on the Scoops Christian Country Chart with “My Kind Of People”

Guest television appearances including FOX58 (Bakersfield, CA), Daystar Television, TBN with Jason Crabb, WGGS-TV 16 (MARK209 Christmas Special), The Good Life Channel, ROKU’s Pure Country and Carolina Gospel TV

Featured Artist on The Gospel Greats (the largest and longest running syndicated radio program in Southern Gospel)

Performed at Buck Owens Crystal Palace (Bakersfield, CA), Wheeling Jamboree (Wheeling, WV), Rabobank Theater (Bakersfield, CA), Fish Fest at Cal Expo Center (Sacramento, CA)

Contacts: Teresa Johnston-Chance | teresa@grassrootspromotion.com | 615.456.0187

Ashlee Wall | ashlee@grassrootspromotion.com | 931.436.4989

Shannon Sutton | shannon@grassrootspromotion.com | 615.557.8630

Dan Hagar | dan@grapevinepromotion.com | 615.430.2560 

STOWTOWN RECORDS IS THRILLED TO ANNOUNCE ICONIC BOOTH BROTHERS RECORDING

StowTown Records has announced the release of a historic recording from one of the Christian music’s most beloved artists. Through the miracle of advanced recording technology, this monumental collection unites popular Booth Brothers, Ronnie and Michael, with their father, Ron Booth, Sr., and late uncle, Charles Booth. The end result is a musical masterpiece unlike any other.

This compilation of vintage and original songs, appropriately titled Generations, celebrates the rich musical heritage of one of the most distinguishable sounds ever recorded. “Ronnie and I are so blessed by the musical heritage our dad and uncle passed along to us,” Michael shares. “Honestly, we have thought about this idea for a long time, but never knew how we would be able to make it happen. Our Uncle Charles and our dad are both heroes to Ronnie and me. As young boys, we watched them and listened to them sing with some of the leading quartets in the Gospel Music field. They were bigger than life to us, and we are so thrilled to have the privilege and opportunity to honor them in this way.”

Longtime Gospel Music lovers who had the privilege of seeing the senior Booth Brothers in action will attest to their impeccable vocal tones and masterful stage presence. The mark that they made on Ronnie and Michael is indelible and, for a number of years, they did enjoy sharing the stage with their dad, but the “seniors” and “juniors” as a foursome never had the opportunity to record together – until now.

Twenty-first century recording technology has allowed the voices of Ron and Charles, which were preserved via analog tape recordings, to be restored and brought to life, then merged with the voices of Ronnie and Michael, marking the first time the four voices have been heard together on one recording. “This was a painstaking project,” Ronnie shares, “but well worth the effort. It’s a dream come true for us and something that we will cherish forever.”

Special highlights from Generations include the Luther G. Presley classic, “In The Sweet Forever,” as well as the beloved standard “Now I Have Everything.” Another moving ballad, written by Robert Blackstock, titled “He Showed His Love To Me,” is a prolific account of the ultimate price Christ paid on Calvary, delivered as only The Booth Brothers – Michael, Ronnie, Ron and Charles – can.

Generations preserves and honors the trademark Booth Brothers harmony, showcasing multiple generations of talent and producing a timeless recording that is destined to be enjoyed for many generations to come.

StowTown Records President and CEO Landon Beene shared, “To say that our record label is excited to be bringing this one-of-a-kind recording to the public is a massive understatement. We can’t wait for listeners to experience the nostalgia and the joy of this new, yet classic, sound.”

Generations is distributed exclusively by Provident/Sony and is available on all digital platforms worldwide. 

Jordan Smith Takes Us to Church with New Single, “How Great Thou Art,” "The People’s Hymnal", with Gaither Music Group

Jordan Smith is beloved for his many gifts — the velvety expanse of his vocals; his emotive songs, one of which was recorded by Celine Dion; and his southern-gentleman humility, evident from his victory on Season 9 of The Voice a decade ago. (He remains the highest-selling artist ever to compete on the smash television talent show.) But at his core, he will always be a gospel singer.

Now the accomplished, Harlan, Kentucky native invites listeners to church with a dynamic collection of gospel standards on his first album with Gaither Music Group, The People’s Hymnal, out February 21, 2025, with its pre-order LIVE now. The record, his fifth studio album and sixth overall, comes nine years after releasing Something Beautiful, his acclaimed 2016 David Foster/Stephan Moccio co-produced, pop-leaning debut.

Ahead of the full album release next year, Smith has released today the record’s first single from The People’s Hymnal–a smoldering rendition of “How Great Thou Art.”

A creative lyric video for this masterpiece rendition, available now on digital platforms, is available here. You can stream the single here and pre-order the album here.

“I grew up in a little church in the Appalachian Mountains,” Smith writes in the record’s liner notes. “If there’s a cloth I’ve been cut from, songs like these are the thread. They are my inheritance.”

“How Great Thou Art” finds Smith singing from the heart in a slow-burn setting with a soulful band leaving ample space for him to stretch out vocally. “It set the tone for the album,” he says. “When Tommy [Sims] brought me the arrangement, I couldn’t have dreamed how great it would be — this up-tempo version with long, soaring notes.”

Smith has been praised for his octave-skipping prowess and his pitch-perfect delivery; and within this glorious, modern vintage backdrop he shines majestically. Other album standouts include “The Blood,” “Oh Happy Day,” “What a Friend Medley” and “His Eye Is on the Sparrow.”

The People’s Hymnal, out February 21, 2025, is co-produced by guitarist-producer extraordinaire Colin Linden (Lucinda Williams, the McCrary Sisters, also the primary music producer, songwriter and musician for ABC’s hit show Nashville) and Tommy Sims, who co-wrote Eric Clapton’s GRAMMY-winning song, “Change the World” and has worked with everyone from CeCe Winans to Bruce Springsteen. It is a contemporary gospel, pop-tinged album that showcases the dynamic breadth of Smith’s vocals with a collection of stirring arrangements that are familiar yet reimagined.

Smith first gained national recognition when he won season 9 of the singing competition “The Voice” in 2015. Shortly after, he made history on Billboard’s Christian Charts by being the first artist to hold the top two positions concurrently. Smith’s first album debuted at No. 2 in sales in the iTunes Store. In 2018, his song “Ashes” was recorded by his idol, Celine Dion, for the Deadpool 2 soundtrack. He has been honored by his hometown as a Kentucky Colonel and named “Kentuckian of the Year.” Recently, Smith placed third in the esteemed American Song Contest.

The Kingsmen release new volumes of Decades collection

“Where do we start with this massive historic collection?” asks legendary Southern Gospel group The Kingsmen’s Alan Kendall as they contemplate Decades Vol. 3 & 4, their new super-sized retrospective collection on Horizon Records out now. “The first compilation, Decades Vol. 1 & 2, was so well-received that we immediately delved into the archives for some more songs.”

Ranging across the decades of their storied career, Decades Vol. 3 & 4 not only presents a bountiful selection of high points in the quartet’s extensive catalog but brings the story into the present moment with the current lineup’s reworking of three treasured entries. “We’ve already been re-recording several Kingsmen classics in anticipation of our 70th anniversary with our current team of Thomas Nalley, Cole Watson, Brady Jones, and myself,” reveals Kendall. “Three of those re-cut classics — ‘Saints Will Rise,’ ‘So High,’ and ‘The Judgement’ — we decided to include on this set. We wanted to update these timeless songs in such a manner that they would be refreshing all over again in 2024, and I feel like we accomplished that.”

When Kendall calls those songs “timeless” — and the word applies to the entire set — it’s no exaggeration. As he notes, The Kingsmen are heading toward their 70th anniversary, which makes them not only a musical ministry of unparalleled longevity, but a virtual “school of Southern Gospel,” as generations of singers passed through the ranks. Decades Vol. 3 & 4 drives the point home, as it features some two dozen Kingsmen alumni, including such beloved names as original members Reece McKinney and Raymond McKinney, Eldridge Fox, Big Jim Hamill, Squire Parsons, Ed Crawford, Ernie Phillips and Johnny Parrack. Longtime fans will enjoy having their memories stirred by old favorites, while the collection serves as an indispensable introduction for newcomers — and for old and new fans alike, it includes some rarities that are sure to delight and inspire with abundant talent and unshakable faith.

“There are 39 songs in all on this set, including hits, rarities, and personal favorites selected by members of the Kingsmen,” says Kendall. “Once again, we found some more unique pieces of Kingsmen history that have never been digitally released until now. We found a studio-recorded version of ‘The Cross Has Won Again’ from 1992 that was only released to radio stations, but never to the public. Two songs from the very first albums by the Kingsmen in 1960 and 1961 are available digitally for the first time. We have included a SCALDING instrumental by Brandon Reese, Nick Succi, and Grant Barker from 2007 of ‘God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen,’ which previously was only available for a limited time on a custom live album. And perhaps the rarest of all of them is a transcription from an appearance on the popular Bob Poole’s Gospel Favorites in 1965, complete with dialogue between host Bob Poole and longtime Kingsmen pianist Ray Talley.”

“If you love the Kingsmen and love the heritage of southern gospel music,” he concludes with humble assurance, “you will LOVE this compilation!”

NOW BOOKING Gold City 2025 Christmas Tour

We are NOW BOOKING our 2025 Christmas Tour (official tour name TBD) with special guests Jim & Melissa Brady and The Erwins. Only one guest artist will be appearing each night, see below for details.

The Tour runs from 11/21/25 to 12/14/25.

Venue requirements - minimum 500 seats with front stage lighting

TOUR PROVIDES:

- all artists, crew, full production sound and lighting, Christmas staging

- full custom graphic assets for advertising and marketing

- tour traveling with 2 buses and trailers

HOST PROVIDES:

- power, volunteers, hotels and meals

TOUR SPONSOR:

Destiny Rescue (www.destinyrescue.org)

Exact available dates are:

Saturday, November 22, 2025+

Sunday, November 23, 2025+

Sunday, November 30, 2025+

Thursday, December 4, 2025

Friday, December 5, 2025+

Saturday, December 6, 2025+

Sunday, December 7, 2025+

Thursday, December 11, 2025#

Friday, December 12, 2025#

Sunday, December 14, 2025#

+ with Jim & Melissa Brady

# with The Erwins

Millennium Music Group Releases 4 New Christmas Compilations For 2024

Millennium Music Group is proud to feature our Christmas Compilations for 2024 on AirPlay Direct. We want to express our sincere gratitude for your interest in the music we offer and the artists we represent. Here you will find the latest single releases for quick and convenient download. We trust you will find music that suits your station's format as we provide a wide variety of Gospel and Country music.

MILLENNIUM MUSIC GROUP 2024 CHRISTMAS COMPILATION - DISC 1 Christmas

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Carroll Roberson "Let's Celebrate Jesus", James Payne and David Timms "King Size Bed", Barbara Fairchild "Come On Ring Those Bells", Troy Burns Family "Down In Bethlehem", Steve Warren "Christmas Is a Special Time of Year", Troy Richardson "Toward Calvary's Way", Ricky Luster "Christmas is My Favorite Time of Year", Gena Hamilton "Go Tell It On The Mountain", New Salem "Heaven's Holy Child", Wings of Love (ft. Danny Hebert) "One Little Baby", Wanda Gray Smith "Christmas Medley", LizzyG "Down Home Christmas", Mark Alred "If Every Day Was Like Christmas" and Don Frost "First Christmas Gift".

MILLENNIUM MUSIC GROUP 2024 CHRISTMAS COMPILATION - DISC 2 Christmas

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Barbara Fairchild and Roy Morris "Star Spangled Christmas", Keith Barkley and Family Tradition (ft. Tabatha Barkley) "Who Would Imagine a King", Mark Huitt "Silent Night", The Outsiders "Little Drummer Boy", Christine Scott "Beautiful Star of Bethlehem", Denise Edwards "The Real Meaning of Christmas", Jerry Day, "Come On Ring Those Bells", Susan Agee Hicks, "Let's Make a Baby King", Ron Hemphill, "There's a New Kid in Town", Rick Towe, "Church on Bethlehem Road", Jan Harbuck, "Christmas Time is Here", Doug and Gina Greene, "Christmas Storytime", Gary Matheny, "Christmas Long Ago (unplugged)", Peggy Inks "The Reason" and Debbie Mills "Mary Wrapped a Present to the World".

MILLENNIUM MUSIC GROUP 2024 CHRISTMAS COMPILATION - DISC 3

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Lorraine Howard "Oh Star", Mary Fay Jackson and Sue Ann O'Neal "Christmas is Forever", Barbara Fairchild "Jesus Left His Home", Debra Camp "Go Tell It on the Mountain", Alan Frink "Heaven Everywhere", Angela Seng "Christmas Surprise", Ina and Bud Gore "His Sweet Gifts", Robin Johnston, "He's the Light in Me", Webster Brothers, "O Litte Town of Bethlehem", The Journeys "Silent Night", Roy Morris "John 3:16", Nickey Marshall "O Holy Night", Kenny Keith "In Bethlehem", Two for Jesus "No Room in the Inn" and Jim Sheldon "Jesus Christ is Born".

MILLENNIUM MUSIC GROUP 2024 CHRISTMAS COMPILATION - DISC 4

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Gena Hamilton "O Holy Night", Trinity Heirs "Let the Wise Men Still Seek Him", Norman Lee Schaffer "I Believe in Christmas", Jerry Grant "Meaning of Christmas", Debbie Bennett "What the King Didn't Know", Barbara Jean "O Holy Night", John Penney "The First Gift of Christmas", Nickey Marshall "Winter Wonderland", Robin Johnston "Saddle Up, Let's Ride", Debra Schultz "Silent Night", Carol Barham "Christmas Time at Granny's House", Bruce and Gina Trent "Christmas with Him", The Babbs "C-H-R-I-S-T-M-A-S", Perfect Grace "Promise Keeper" and "Bev McCann "Candy Cane Lane".

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Anthem Edition brings passion, excitement to "Promises Kept"

It’s been a busy year for Anthem Edition, the quartet once known as The Old Paths. Since the release of last year’s Here Comes Christmas, they’ve acquired a new tenor singer in Cameron Edens and released three acclaimed singles — “Graveyard,” the first, is just now climbing the Southern Gospel charts — while bringing their musical ministry to enthusiastic audiences with a busy touring schedule. Now those singles, together with another four songs of faith, have been gathered up in a new collection for Sonlite Records: Promises Kept.

The album is now available for pre-save/add ahead of its January 10 release.

“This album is special to us,” says founding member and lead singer Tim Rackley. “It marks the first time we’re making music together as a team with Cameron Edens and Andrew Utech, alongside our longtime brother, Doug Roark. These songs are a testament to God’s unwavering faithfulness, and we can’t wait for you to experience the message of hope and promise we’ve poured our hearts into.”

The energy of Promises Kept is evident right from the start as spirited drums kick off the opening track, “Every Promise Made Is a Promise Kept,” an up-tempo, country-flavored entry from songwriters Kenna Turner West and Jason Cox that delivers the project’s central theme in a rousing, all-quartet format:

There’s never been a time that He’s not faithful

Never been a day His words aren’t true

Never been a moment that our God won’t

Do just what He said He’d do

He’s never ever failed to keep one yet

Every promise made is a promise kept

And indeed, while the tender meditation on God’s mercy, “I Am Loved,” and second single, “Still Under His Feet,” offer expansive arrangements and contemplative tempos, the emphasis is on lively songs that capture the urgency and transformative power of Christian faith. And while country textures predominate in the instrumentation, there’s room for a variety of musical flavors, from the horns that punctuate “Graveyard” to the touches of harmonica that enliven the Utech-led closer, “They Need To See.” The result is a compact, pithy set that carries the quartet’s acclaimed sound into a new era, offering old fans a comfortably familiar sound while beckoning new ones into the fold with, in “They Need To See”’s memorable phrase, “a testimony that weathers any storm.”

“I thoroughly enjoyed producing this new EP for Anthem Edition,” says acclaimed producer Roger Talley. “They approached this project with a renewed passion and more energy than they have ever had before. We found some great new songs to express their commitment to singing the Gospel with a new excitement that I can’t wait for you to hear. A unique feature of this project is the number of uptempo songs they have chosen. For anyone who has ever complained about too many slow songs, this project is for you!”

The Lore Family releases "Faith Over Fear"

As they release Faith Over Fear, The Lore Family’s fourth collection for Horizon Records, Darren Lore is in a reflective mood.

“Years ago, in a small congregation, the Lord started to grow an unknown family into a singing ministry,” the Southern Gospel singer and songwriter recalls. “The first recording by The Lore Family was intended to serve as a reminder of those earliest years—but God had a greater plan.

“Soon,” he continues, “The Lore Family began to launch out from Southern Ohio into surrounding states. Those first few years of recording, singing and ministry went by so quickly. Fayth and Samuel grew up boldly standing beside Sandy and me on various stages. As a family, we grew musically, professionally and spiritually. We prayed to be united in our cause. We believed in the One who gave us the songs. Now, nearly 20 years later, The Lore Family is still singing for the Lord. What a blessing to be releasing our tenth project!”

Indeed, Faith Over Fear — out now— offers a compelling musical testimonial to the power that emerges when an abundance of talent is married to unshakable faith. Built around the four singles the quartet has released in 2024, it’s a collection that spans a variety of musical moods and settings, yet never loses sight of The Lore Family’s underlying, Christ-centered purpose. Beginning with the opening track and first single, “God Said You’re Gonna Make It,” which features both Darren and Sandy Lore on a decades-old popular favorite, Faith Over Fear offers everything from soulful ballads like Fayth Lore Whisnant’s poignant “By Grace” to the bluegrass flavor of the title track, sung by Jake Whisnant, to the expansively orchestrated “There Was A Day When” and “I Wish They Could See Me Now,” to the robust rhythms of the album’s next focus track, Sandy Lore’s spirited reading of “Shaking Off The Dust” and the closing “I Keep Praying” — Darren Lore’s contribution of fully half of the album’s songs underlines even more deeply the unity of the Family’s artistic and spiritual approach.

“A lot has changed in The Lore Family over the past two decades,” observes Darren. “Change is inevitable in every life and ministry—but God has remained faithful and true. We know that, whatever tomorrow holds, we can choose ‘Faith Over Fear,’ In seasons of uncertainty, we can rest in Christ.

“The Lore Family prays that this project outlives us,” he concludes. “Each song has a specific message that will stand the test of time. They’ve been recorded to challenge and encourage you. But, they have already served to strengthen our faith. The lyrics are powerful. Listen close and God will speak to you. Let the melody of each song fill your heart. It’s our heart’s desire that the lost will be found through the Gospel. We want you to be able to say ‘There Was a Day When’ Jesus saved me. Only God knows how He will use this recording. We yield our future to Him. ‘By Grace’ we’ve been saved through faith. And, we know that we will be kept in His care.”

The LeFevre Quartet and Michael Booth Announce 2025 “Season of Love” Christmas Tour

The LeFevre Quartet and Michael Booth are thrilled to announce their 2025 Christmas tour, the “Season of Love” Christmas Tour. This uplifting Christmas experience promises to bring joy, inspiration, and the message of Christ’s love to venues nationwide.

The “Season of Love” Tour is an ideal event for promotors, pastors, and church members looking to bring a night of Christmas music and ministry into their community. With the vocal talent and harmonies of The LeFevre Quartet, paired with Michael Booth’s iconic voice, audiences will be treated to timeless Christmas classics, heartfelt worship, and a celebration of the season’s true meaning.

The “Season of Love” Tour is available for booking on select dates throughout the 2025 Christmas season. Those interested in hosting this tour should contact The LeFevre Quartet’s booking office at 706-333-7171 or via email at booking@lefevrequartet.com.

The LeFevre Quartet and Michael Booth look forward to sharing this joyous occasion with churches across the country, spreading the love and hope of Jesus Christ during the 2025 Christmas season. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this memorable event – book your concert today!

Selah feat. Mike Weaver "Glory Hallelujah"

Embrace the awe and wonder of Christmas with Selah’s stunning new version of “Glory Hallelujah,” featuring accomplished artist Mike Weaver. With their signature harmonious vocals and heartfelt lyrics, Selah invites listeners to rejoice in the celebration of Christ’s birth and His enduring presence with us, offering a beautiful expression of gratitude and worship. Mike Weaver adds a fresh dimension to this powerful anthem, making it a must-listen this holiday season.

As many long for peace and comfort around the holidays, Selah hopes that this song will shine as a beacon of light for each listener, encouraging them to embrace the profound love of our Savior. Through this heartfelt rendition, Selah offers moments of hope and reflection, inviting everyone to experience the warmth and wonder of Christmas

Promotional Contacts:

Grant Hubbard - granthubbard@comcast.net 

Rick Steimling - frsteimling@gmail.com

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Grant Hubbard - granthubbard@comcast.net 

Rick Steimling - frsteimling@gmail.com