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IVAN PARKER RETURNS TO HIS ROOTS WITH NOSTALGIC 'FEELS LIKE HOME'

NASHVILLE, Tenn.—Feels Like Home, the highly anticipated new studio recording from one of Southern Gospel’s most lauded soloists, Ivan Parker, is set to release August 2 from Difference Media. Produced by Garry Jones (Canton Junction, Brian Free), the project—which pays homage to Parker’s roots— is a watershed collection of 11 gospel classics that indelibly inspired the artist's own calling.

IVAN PARKER PROCLAIMS ‘HE’LL DO IT AGAIN'

NASHVILLE, Tenn.—"He’ll Do It Again,” the latest single from one of Southern Gospel’s most lauded soloists, Ivan Parker, is set to impact radio stations across the format beginning this week. Penned by Jason Cox and Tony Wood, “He’ll Do It Again” is featured on Parker’s critically acclaimed 2016 Difference Media debut, Dancing in the Rain.

IVAN PARKER IS CHRISTMAS DREAMING

NASHVILLE, Tenn.—Difference Media recording artist and one of Southern Gospel’s most lauded soloists, Ivan Parker, is set to release Christmas Dreaming October 5. Produced by Garry Jones (Canton Junction, Brian Free), the collection offers a nostalgic take on six timeless holiday favorites and four beloved carols.

RICARDO SANCHEZ DROPS NEW SINGLE 'RELENTLESS'

NASHVILLE, Tenn.—“Relentless,” the new single from GRAMMY® Award-nominated and Dove Award-winning worship leader and Difference Media recording artist Ricardo Sanchez, is now featured at iTunes and other leading digital retailers for 69 cents. The radio version, which was produced by Bryan Fowler (TobyMac, Mandisa), is also poised to impact Christian AC and Hot AC formats February 2.

RICARDO SANCHEZ GRACES COVER OF GUIDEPOSTS

NASHVILLE, Tenn.—GRAMMY® Award-nominated and Dove Award-winning worship leader and Difference Media recording artist Ricardo Sanchez is marking another first in a celebrated career with his November cover story in Guideposts magazine, one of the most-read publications in the country. Sanchez joins the ranks of Lester Holt, Taraji P. Henson, Kristin Chenoweth, and Reba McEntire as 2017 cover stories.

Ricardo Sanchez’s 'Taste + See'

Grammy Nominee and Dove Award Winner, Ricardo Sanchez released Taste + See September 29th, his first project in almost 2 years. The album was recorded live in San Antonio, Texas at Cornerstone Church, and an assortment of influences and sounds can be heard throughout the album, giving it a diverse and unique sound.

RICARDO SANCHEZ SERVES SONIC FEAST

NASHVILLE, Tenn.— Taste + See, the highly anticipated live worship set from GRAMMY®-nominated, Dove Award-winning singer/songwriter Ricardo Sanchez, bows today. Acclaimed for his high-energy style and musical diversity, Sanchez draws from a range of influences throughout the 10-song collection, including Latin, Caribbean, jazz and funk grooves.

Ricardo Sanchez – ‘Taste + See’

If Ricardo Sanchez isn’t a familiar name to you, it’s more than likely that you’re acquainted with his many compositions. As a songwriter for popular artists from Israel Houghton to Hezekiah Walker, Sanchez is a spirited worship leader and songwriter whose heart is confident in his God-given talents. Truth is, this singer-songwriter is as multi-talented as his music (and life) is multicultural.

RICARDO SANCHEZ ENCOURAGES RETAILERS

NASHVILLE, Tenn.—GRAMMY®-nominated Difference Media recording artist and acclaimed worship leader Ricardo Sanchez was featured at multiple events during UNITE 2017, last week's CBA International Convention in Cincinnati. The annual trade show of The Association for Christian Retail (CBA) brings together faith-based retailers, product exhibitors and media from around the world.

IVAN PARKER CELEBRATES ‘SUNDAY MORNIN’ COUNTRY’

NASHVILLE, Tenn.—Award-winning Southern Gospel vocalist and Difference Media artist Ivan Parker was a featured performer this week at “Sunday Mornin’ Country,” held at the Grand Ole Opry House on the final day of CMA Music Fest. Hosted by legendary entertainer Brenda Lee—a member of the Rock and Roll, Country and Rockabilly Halls of Fame—the event also featured appearances by Rhonda Vincent & The Rage, LuLu Roman and Joanne Cash Yates, among others.

RICARDO SANCHEZ CELEBRATES MUSICAL ROOTS

NASHVILLE, Tenn.— Difference Media recording artist and acclaimed worship leader Ricardo Sanchez is set to return August 18 with Taste + See, the GRAMMY®-nominated, Dove Award-winning singer/songwriter’s first project in nearly two years. Recorded live at San Antonio’s Cornerstone Church earlier this month, Sanchez wrote or co-penned all of the album’s 10 tracks, co-producing the set with Louie Higuera.

IVAN PARKER JOINS LEGENDARY LINEUP FOR

NASHVILLE, Tenn.— Award-wining Southern Gospel vocalist Ivan Parker is set to join a slate of legendary performers for the 37th “Sunday Mornin’ Country” event June 11 at Nashville’s Grand Ole Opry House, it was recently announced. Held during CMA Music Fest and hosted by GRAMMY® Lifetime Achievement Award recipient Brenda Lee, “Sunday Mornin’ Country” will also feature such iconic entertainers as Roy Clark, LuLu Roman, Joanne Cash Yates, Rhonda Vincent & The Rage, Ronnie McDowell and Daryle Singletary, among others.

NATALIE GRANT AND JASON CRABB TO HEADLINE

NASHVILLE, Tenn.—Two of Christian music’s biggest voices—multi-GRAMMY®-nominated singer/songwriter Natalie Grant and GRAMMY®-winning singer/songwriter Jason Crabb—are set to headline the second annual American Gospel Celebration June 8 and 9 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Celebrating faith and freedom, the event will be highlighted by messages from best-selling author and renowned pastor John Hagee and author and pastor Matt Hagee.

CANTON JUNCTION ADDS GORDON MOTE

NASHVILLE, Tenn.—Dove Award and Singing News Fan Award-winning quartet Canton Junction announces the addition of ACM Award-winning instrumentalist/vocalist Gordon Mote. Mote joins Canton Junction founding members Pastor Matt Hagee and Tim Duncan, along with Casey Rivers, to round out the acclaimed lineup, replacing Ryan Seaton who departed last fall. In addition to Canton Junction performances, Mote will continue to make solo appearances.

‘I CHOSE ME’ DIGITAL SINGLE TO BENEFIT

NASHVILLE, Tenn.— “I Chose Me,” a poignant new ballad performed by Sandy Hagee Parker of southern gospel’s acclaimed The Hagees and penned and produced by Cornerstone Church worship leader Zachery Smith, bows digitally today via Difference Media/Capitol Christian Distribution. All proceeds from the single—available at iTunes, among other online outlets— benefit John Hagee Ministries’ Sanctuary of Hope, a home for unwed mothers and orphaned children currently under construction in San Antonio, Texas.

JOHN HAGEE MINISTRIES BRINGS ANNUAL ‘RIGHTEOUS REVOLUTION’ TO BRANSON NEXT MONTH

NASHVILLE, Tenn.—“Righteous Revolution,” the popular annual gospel rally presented by John Hagee Ministries, is set to return to Branson, Missouri, next month for two days of dynamic preaching and inspirational music.

IVAN PARKER RETURNS TO TOP 5 OF BILLBOARD VIDEO CHART

NASHVILLE, Tenn.—The Best of Ivan Parker: From The Homecoming Series, a Gaither Music Group collection originally released in 2007, has returned to the Top 5 of Billboard’s Music Video Sales chart. The best-selling DVD is #4 on the publication’s March 11 chart, joining such iconic artists as The Beatles, Adele and The Rolling Stones in the Top 10. Upon its initial release a decade ago, The Best of Ivan Parker reached the chart’s #2 position.

AARON & AMANDA CRABB PERFORM AT INAUGURAL BALL

NASHVILLE, Tenn.—Acclaimed Difference Media husband/wife duo Aaron & Amanda Crabb performed at Family Research Council’s Faith Freedom & Future Inaugural Ball last week. The couple, along with comedian Chonda Pierce and recording artists Kari Jobe, Cody Carnes and Guy Penrod, were among the headliners at the black-tie gala in Washington, D.C., on inauguration night.

AARON & AMANDA CRABB TO JOIN INAUGURAL FESTIVITIES

NASHVILLE, Tenn.—Acclaimed Difference Media husband/wife duo Aaron & Amanda Crabb will head to Washington, D.C., next week to perform at Family Research Council’s Faith Freedom & Future Inaugural Ball, it was recently announced. The couple joins a lineup of top performers, including best-selling comedian Chonda Pierce, at the black-tie gala set to follow the inauguration of President Donald J. Trump on January 20.

‘A BIG OLE TEXAS CHRISTMAS’

NASHVILLE, Tenn.—With nearly 60 country radio stations across the U.S. now spinning “A Big Ole Texas Christmas,” Dove Award-winning quartet Canton Junction has toes tapping to their latest single. An upbeat ode to holiday traditions uniquely Texas, the Western Swing-influenced tune was co-penned by country hitmaker Phil Vassar and is featured on Canton Junction’s critically acclaimed new release, A Canton Christmas.

36TH ANNUAL TEJANO MUSIC AWARDS

NASHVILLE, Tenn.—GRAMMY®-nominated singer/songwriter and worship leader Ricardo Sanchez took home the inaugural Album of the Year – Gospel trophy for his critically-acclaimed 2015 Difference Media debut, Grand Symphony, at the 36th Annual Tejano Music Awards. Sanchez also performed one of the project’s standout tracks, “Halle, Halle,” at Saturday's event in San Antonio, Texas.

A Canton Christmas

NASHVILLE, Tenn.—A Canton Christmas, the highly anticipated full-length holiday debut from Dove Award-winning quartet Canton Junction, bows October 21. Produced by Garry Jones (Ivan Parker, Brian Free & Assurance), the Difference Media/Capitol Christian Distribution release features 10 arrangements of classic carols and timeless favorites.

IVAN PARKER NAMED FAVORITE SOLOIST AT SINGING NEWS FAN AWARDS

NASHVILLE, Tenn.—Difference Media recording artist Ivan Parker was named Favorite Soloist at the 2016 Singing News Fan Awards, held this week during NQC (National Quartet Convention) in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Marking his 14th Favorite Soloist honor, Parker has received a total of 32 Singing News Fan Awards during his acclaimed three-decade career.

‘MAMA’S ROCKING CHAIR’

NASHVILLE, Tenn.—“Mama’s Rocking Chair,” the highly anticipated lead single from award-winning vocalist Ivan Parker’s July 29 Difference Media debut, Dancing in the Rain, was recently serviced to Southern Gospel radio formats around the country.

Restore

NASHVILLE, Tenn.— Acclaimed husband/wife duo and Difference Media recording artists Aaron & Amanda Crabb return August 26 with Restore, their first new studio recording in three years. Produced by Aaron Crabb, the 13-song set reflects the couple’s recent journey, from launching and pastoring a burgeoning church near Nashville to the birth of their fourth child.

Ricardo Sanchez Explains How He Ensembled Together His "Grand Symphony"

Grand Symphony, the Difference Media debut from GRAMMY®-nominated, Dove Award-winning worship leader and recording artist Ricardo Sanchez, is now available. Produced by Sanchez…

TALKING WITH TIM DUNCAN (CANTON JUNCTION INTERVIEWS, PART ONE

Canton Junction quartet's bass singer, Tim Duncan, has been with the group almost since the very beginning, joining in late 2011. Here, we chat with him about his background, the group's latest album…

CANTON JUNCTION’S EVERY HALLELUJAH DEBUTS AT #1

NASHVILLE, Tenn.—Every Hallelujah, the latest recording by Dove and Singing News Fan Award-winning Difference Media artist Canton Junction, debuted at #1 on Nielsen SoundScan’s Southern Gospel Overall chart following its August 7 release…

HALLELS CANTON JUNCTION “EVERY HALLELUJAH” ALBUM REVIEW

Some albums are just pure entertaining to listen to. Others are so theologically profound pregnant with so much Biblical truths that you find yourself returning to again and again…

CANTON JUNCTION..."EXCELLENT ON EVERY LEVEL"

I have found a CD that its excellence is equally matched and balanced in every area- vocally, musically and lyrically. I listened to Canton Junction’s new release, EVERY HALLELUJAH four times before I wrote this review...

AUGUST 2015 SGNSCOOPS MAGAZINE

We are happy to present the August edition of SGNScoops Magazine! Our cover story features Canton Junction, a terrific group that has undergone many changes in the last year and now has a new CD…

CANTON JUNCTION LAUNCHES NEW CHAPTER WITH ADDITION OF CASEY RIVERS AND RYAN SEATON

NASHVILLE, Tenn.—Award-winning Difference Media recording artist Canton Junction announces the beginning of a new chapter with the addition of lead vocalist Casey Rivers and baritone Ryan Seaton…

AN EVENING OF WORSHIP

Selah hit the stage at the Franklin Theater just outside of Nashville Monday night for an evening of worship. The powerful group was joined by their friends Seth & Nirva, The Nelons, Ricardo Sanchez…

THE HAGEES’ LOVE MARKS MILESTONE RELEASE WEEK

NASHVILLE, Tenn.—Difference Media artist The Hagees celebrated the highest sales debut of their career with the June 10 release of Love (Capitol Christian Distribution)…

THE HAGEES SHOWCASE LABOR OF LOVE JUNE 10

"THE HAGEES SHOWCASE LABOR OF LOVE JUNE 10 NASHVILLE, Tenn.—Love, the latest studio recording from one of Gospel music’s most beloved families, The Hagees, bows June 10 from Difference Media (Capitol Christian Distribution)…"

DYNAMIC DUO - AARON & AMANDA CRABB - MERCY

Aaron Crabb became known during his time performing with his parents and siblings in The Crabb Family. Beginning in 2009, Aaron and wife, Amanda, have shared their hearts and testimonies leading worship in San Antonio…

JESUS FREAK HIDEOUT REPORTS ON AARON AND AMANDA CRABB

NASHVILLE, Tenn.- Dove Award-nominated singer/songwriters and worship leaders Aaron & Amanda Crabb take the national spotlight for multiple appearances this week, as their highly-anticipated fourth recording...

DIFFERENCE MEDIA PARTNERS WITH CAPITOL CHRISTIAN DISTRIBUTION

Difference Media—home to some of the leading names in Southern Gospel music and a division of John Hagee’s Cornerstone Church in San Antonio—recently signed an exclusive distribution agreement with EMI CMG Distribution…

CANTON JUNCTION IN SCOTLAND

"A PACKED Peterhead Community Theatre enjoyed the music of Canton Junction last week. The band is the much-celebrated quartet from the U.S. comprising Matthew Hagee, Aaron Crabb, Tim Duncan and Michael Sykes... "

ONE OF THE MOST ANTICIPATED CD DEBUTS OF 2012 COMES FROM CANTON JUNCTION.

After the insane buzz from their live rendition of “Sweeter As The Days Go By,” this new group has a lot of pressure to deliver on their debut project…

NEW QUARTET STRIKES THE RIGHT CHORD

As is the case with many renowned singing groups, Canton Junction started out with a few friends harmonizing together. Matthew Hagee, son of pastor John Hagee…