Singing News Talks About Our Online Store 22 Jul 2008
In the August issue of Singing News Magazine there is a feature article about the Crossroads website. We thank Jerry Kirksey for writing such a great article. After reading the article a new customer wrote us:
Until now I have not bought songs online. After reading Jerry Kirksey's article in the Singing News I decided it was time to give it a try. I found the Crossroadsmusic.com website easy to navigate and to pick my favorite artists from the listings, a click on the album and there is a list of tracks with one more click to listen to a sample. Of course being able to pick only the tracks you want saves money but there are also discounts for getting the whole album.
Having worked in gospel radio I am familiar with potential problems in making MP3 files. I checked out my first couple of downloads and could find absolutely no audio or technical problems. I am impressed with both the site and the quality of their engineers in producing top quality files to download.
I was able to find albums that are not stocked at my local store and get songs right away. I am not a singer so don't need soundtracks but I noticed a big selection of those as well, and it is easy to listen to a sample (and sing to it) without people staring at you. It is also good to know that if I do accidentally erase some songs I can go back and download them again.
What really made me a fan of this site was the fact that I did have a small problem. They were very quick to fix it, friendly and helpful too. I really felt that a great team was there just to support me. Visit crossroadsmusic.com and get yourself some new tunes.
Derek Norfield,
Lynchburg, VA.
Thanks Derek for those kind words. We're glad to have you as a customer.
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New In the Store Now! 10 Jul 2008
Many new items have been added to the store this week. Classic recordings by Anthony Burger, Karen Peck, Jim Hamill, The Kingsmen, and Teddy Huffam's "Live Like No Other". These are available for Digital Download Only. In the coming weeks we will be adding many more classic recordings to our store. Also be watching for titles from the Singing News Soundtracks Series. We will be adding over 100 titles that have been out of print. They were previously available on cassette only. These will also be available for Digital Download Only.
Come on in and shop awhile.
David Johnson in the Hall of Fame 08 Jul 2008
Popular gospel music studio musician David Johnson was recently inducted into the Blue Ridge Music Hall of Fame in Wilkesboro, NC. Johnson has appeared over the years on many, if not most, of yesterday’s and today’s top gospel artists recordings, a list much too long to list. His incredible musicianship through acoustic and electric guitar, fiddle, steel guitar, harmonica, banjo, resonator guitar and mandolin has been appreciated and enjoyed by scores of listeners. David is also an accomplished songwriter, with artists such as the McKameys, the Kingsmen and the Isaacs recording his songs.
Tim Surrett presented the award at the event, stating famed bluegrass guitarist Tony Rice’s comment that David Johnson was “possibly the best musician he had ever known.”
Other inductees included Dolly Parton, Earl Scruggs, Doc Watson and six others.
David is also a former two-time recipient of the SGMA studio musician award.
Crossroads is very proud of this honor for David, one long overdue in our opinion!
Squire Parsons in the studio 08 Jul 2008
Squire Parsons was recently in the recording studios at Crossroads in Arden, NC working with producer Jeff Collins on his latest project. Squire has penned 10 new songs that “Squire fans and friends” can look forward to. “Working along side the legendary Squire Parsons again is a highlight of my career,” stated Jeff Collins. “I’ve been privileged to produce Squire several times in the past and we always have a wonderful time with Squire in the studio. He is such a blessed writer and singer and I know folks will look forward to this new project.”
Pictured L to R: Squire Parsons, Jeff Collins, Van Atkins
Phil Cross Celebrates 25th Anniversary 01 Jul 2008
It has been said that remaining consistent is a key element in realizing a long and successful career in southern gospel music. Such is the case with one of gospel music’s most prolific writers and performers, Phil Cross. From the moment that Welcome To Heaven, his first major hit recorded by the Singing Americans, left the pen until the present, Phil has delivered song after song that has penetrated the hearts of people around the world. Now Phil, along with Crossroads Entertainment are compiling many of these great treasures in one collection entitled, “The First 25 Years”. These 20 incredible songs are performed by Phil and many of the industry’s leading artists who are all great friends of this wonderful talent. Phil shares, “every artist that I asked to perform on this project with me, was overwhelmed and excited to share in this 25th anniversary project”. Some of the artists that appear on the project are the same artists that did the original recordings.
The First 25 Years will undoubtedly be included as one of the greatest projects to have been released in years. The recording is in its final stages and will be available September 17th. This will be one of those classic records you will certainly want in your library.
Pictured: L to R Phil Cross, Chris White (Executive Producer), Jack Mascari (Engineer)
Singing News Soundtracks 16 May 2008
WELCOME: The Singing News Soundtracks are now available for streaming, purchase and downloads The price for a physical CD and full digital download are $9.99. You can also download just the tracks you need for $1.99 each and $0.99 for the demo track. You can get to the list of the soundtracks by clicking on the link to your left. Come on in and browse around the store. Shop as late as you want. We will be adding more products daily.
email us at store@crossroadsmusic.com
The Talley Trio and Crossroads Celebrate 14 May 2008
Arden, NC- The Talley Trio and the staff of Crossroads recently celebrated the success of the Talley Trio’s #1 May single "The Broken Ones" with a party at the Crossroads studio and offices.
Radio promoter Jim Stover, along with the Crossroads staff, presented the group with a congratulatory plaque at the special catered luncheon. Also in attendance were Kim and Tony Hudgins from the Spin-N-Motion song promotion company who provided additional support for “The Broken Ones” to radio.
Pictured: L-R Executive Producer Mickey Gamble, Debra Talley, Lauren Talley, Roger Talley and promoter Jim Stover
Crossroads Announces the Revival of the Pinnacle Records Label. 06 May 2008
Arden, NC - Pinnacle Records was the original home for such artists as Karen Peck & New River, Teddy Huffam & The Gems and Anthony Burger and was the company’s launch pad for bringing The Kingsmen and The McKameys together on Horizon Records back in 1992.
“This label garnered much respect in years past and we wanted to re-introduce this label for promising new independent artists that we want to bring in to the Crossroads family,” states Crossroads co-owner and producer Jeff Collins.
The Bledsoes, a family group from Dobson, North Carolina will be the premier artist for Pinnacle Records and have just completed a new recording titled The Journey. “We are so blessed to be a partnered with Pinnacle Records, and all of the Crossroads family has made us feel so welcome,” states group manager Rodney Bledsoe. “We are excited to see what the Lord does next!”
The new single “This Valley You’re In”, penned by Rodney Bledsoe will be on the June 2008 Crossroads Airplay Sampler and at radio stations soon.
For more information about becoming a part of the Pinnacle family, contact Jeff Collins at 828-684-3066.
Attached Picture: Top Row L-R: Robert Freeman, Buffy Danley, Jonathan Bledsoe
Bottom Row L-R: Homer “Papa” Bledsoe, Rodney Bledsoe and Crossroads Producer Jeff Collins
The Talley Trio Celebrate Their #1 Hit The Broken Ones 29 Apr 2008
Arden,NC: Multi-award winning family group the Talley Trio celebrates May with their 8th number one song to date in the Singing News Radio Airplay chart. Written by Jerry Salley, Vip Vipperman and J.B. Rudd for the group’s Stages project, “The Broken Ones” made a quick climb to the top. Debuting in the Singing News magazine’s February chart, the single reached the top position in 4 months. The song has also topped the Southern Gospel Music News’ chart again this week for the third consecutive week.
“It is amazing the people that approach us after we perform “The Broken Ones” to tell us how much the song relates to them or someone in their lives. It is a blessing to perform a song that reaches so many,” states Roger Talley, “We want to thank all the DJs and listeners for supporting this song and its special message.”
Jim Stover, head of Crossroads Radio Promotions, adds “"Anytime you get a song that has Raggedy Ann, a little girl named Maggie and the love of Jesus written all over it, where can it go but up? We're very proud of the Talley Trio and the excellence they bring to Southern Gospel music!"
Download “The Broken Ones”, Stages and other Talley Trio releases at www.crossroadsmusic.com
The Kingsmen Tradition Taken to a New Level 17 Apr 2008
Arden, NC – The Kingsmen bring an exciting new release to Southern Gospel May 20th on Horizon Records. Produced by Jeff Collins, the release, “When God Ran”, promises to be an exciting new step for the Kingsmen. The album offers 10 stellar tracks and includes the talents of such notable writers as Rebecca Peck, Chris Binion, Jerry Salley, Sandy Knight and others. Track highlights include “Gospel Road”, “The Cloud He’s Coming Back On”, and the title track “When God Ran”.
“Mickey Gamble, I and our team at Crossroads wanted to create a new direction for the Kingsmen (while remaining true to the Kingsmen tradition) that could appeal to a wide audience. With the talents of Ray Reece, Brandon Reece, Bryan Hutson, Phillip Hughes, and Harold Reed…along with fantastic songs from gifted song writers, the end result is one I’m certainly proud of. I think this recording is one of their very best and I hope it’s a tremendous blessing to all who hear it!”, states Producer Jeff Collins.
New to the Kingsmen vocal line-up with this release is new tenor Harold Reed formally of the Florida Boys and returning to the quartet is baritone singer Bryan Hutson.
Although the physical CD will be available in stores after May 20th, the project is available now for digital download at www.crossroadsmusic.com. Be sure to listen for the new single When God Ran on your favorite Gospel radio station.
Welcome to the new Crossroads Music site 02 Apr 2008
We are still in the process of getting all the functions up and running. Soon we will have all the Singing News Soundtracks up and available for streaming as well as downloads.
Currently we have about 12 of our artists and their current catalogs available for purchase as well as downloads.
We thank you in advance for your continued support and your patience.