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Paid in Full - USA
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Paid In Full began their professional ministry while still in high school, singing in area revivals and camp meetings. Soon they were singing three nights a week all over the South, and were appearing in concert with some of Gospel music's finest artists, including The Gaither Vocal Band, The Happy Goodmans, The Martins, The Cathedrals, and the legendary Jake Hess. Jake first heard them in 1996, and immediately took Paid In Full under his musical wing, bringing them to his home church in Georgia for a concert, and introducing them to industry leaders and many of today's top Gospel musicians. Soon they were appearing in Gaither Homecoming Concerts all over the country as well as in such prestigious showcases as "Howard and Vestal Goodman and Friends" and "The Grand Ole Gospel Reunion." They were performing in venues which are usually reserved for Gospel artists with much more experience and a longer list of credentials than such a young group can claim.
As musical ambassadors since 1991, Paid In Full has been privileged to sing in churches with diverse denominational identities and has been widely accepted by each congregation. Celebrating what all Christians have in common, Paid In Full has worked to unify the body of Christ. As Southern Baptists, Paid In Full has been equally accepted by their own denomination. They have appeared at numerous LifeWay events and conventions as well as evangelism and pastors' conferences across the country. They have also sung in some of the nation's largest Baptist churches, including Bellevue Baptist Church in Cordova, Tennessee, and First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi.
Utilizing the talents of renowned Nashville producers Woody Wright and Michael Sykes, Paid In Full has released six major recordings, including four original Gospel projects, a Christmas collection, and an acoustic recording of hymns and favorites. Some of the industry's finest song writers have contributed their best original tunes to the group, helping Paid In Full produce over 10 Top 80 hit songs, as well as rave reviews from Gospel Music peers, press, and fans from all over the United States.
Now, more than ever, Paid In Full is focused on presenting the Gospel of Christ through music. On television, in large metropolitan churches, or in small country churches, the mission is the same: share what Jesus Christ has done in their lives, and what he can do in the lives of every human being who will allow it. This is the message Paid In Full wants to deliver in their concerts and recorded music.
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Make & Faye Speck - USA
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For more than thirty-five years, Mike and Faye Speck have been singing and ministering to the body of Christ. Over 2000 churches, large and small, of various denominations have personally experienced their compelling presentation of the gospel.
As an ordained minister and former pastor, Mike has a deep love for the local church. He has served on the staff of six different churches throughout Michigan, Tennessee, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Virginia; most recently serving as minister of music for the late Dr. Jerry Falwell at Thomas Road Baptist Church, Lynchburg, Virginia. (1999-2000) During the eighties and nineties, as a result of their city wide evangelistic crusades, Mike and Faye began writing and arranging music for church choirs. Today, thousands of churches regularly use their choral collections. They have arranged and compiled twenty-two different choral books. Twelve of these collections are published by Word Music, of which many are the top sellers for their company. They are currently partnered with Lillenas Music, a subsidiary of the Nazarene Publishing House and have continued to be one of the top sellers in the choral music industry.
Mike and Faye make their home in Lebanon, Tennessee, a suburb of Nashville. Over the years, The Specks have had the privilege of traveling with many different vocalists as part of the Mike Speck Ministries team. These personalities and varied life experiences have given a refreshing and unique style to their concert appearances. Involving the congregation, while utilizing the church choir and church musicians, The Specks offer an opportunity for those attending to be blessed and join in worship.
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Masters 4 - Canada
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Celebrating more than 20 years of ministry together, The Master’s Four are recognized today as one of Canada’a leading gospel quartets.
The group was originally formed in 1985 at Unionville Alliance Church in Unionville, Ontario, Canada. Known in those days as “The Unionville Boys”, the quartet quickly gained a local following through appearances at Churches, banquets, conferences and community events throughout Southern Ontario.
As the ministry grew, the quartet was renamed “The Master’s Four”, reflecting their commitment to an expanded ministry and to the message of Grace and Hope that is engrained in their music. Today, the current members of The Master’s Four continue to touch hearts and lives with this message through their unique blend of traditional, contemporary and southern gospel music.
The quartet has been recognized with numerous awards and nominations throughout the years. Most recently, “Livin’ By Faith’ , the group’s fourth recording and second with legendary gospel music producer and performer Nick Bruno, was selected as 2005 Canadian Southern Gospel Album of the Year. “My Faith My All” also was awarded “Canadian Southern Gospel Song of The Year” at the 2005 Covenant Awards. “Livin’ By Faith” and their most recent recording, “Faith Of Our Fathers”, demonstrate why The Master’s Four continue to gain new audiences across Canada and around the world!
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