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Nashville, TN, May 27, 2015- Master’s Voice and Butler Music Group are excited to announce that the well-known Southern Gospel trio is now a quartet.

Regarding the change, Master’s Voice owner/founder, Ricky Capps said, “After 20 years in ministry as a trio, Master’s Voice has decided to make the move to be a quartet.” He added, “Master’s Voice would not even entertain the notion of becoming a quartet unless the bass singer had a show-stopping voice. It became an easy decision once the group understood what Jerry was all about.”

Ricky Capps was speaking of Jerry Pilgrim. No stranger to Gospel Music, Pilgrim certainly has the voice Capps was looking for.

Les Butler, Butler Music Group President and Master’s Voice Manager states, “Ricky sent me an mp3 featuring the new quartet line-up. I can say without hesitation that I heard what I think is the next big male quartet in Southern Gospel Music. I am speechless!”

Ricky Capps has been the Master’s Voice tenor for 20 years. Ricky is a gifted communicator of the Gospel who’s passion and motivation is really a staple of what people expect from the group. Master’s Voice is not just a singing group. They are an evangelism team and much of that is centered around Ricky’s call to preach.

Justin Morphis has been singing since he was 16. But he’s not just a “voice.” Justin has a story to tell, and it makes for a dynamic presence. “Lead” singer is the perfect way to describe Justin.

Master’s Voice also recently added Stan Watson at baritone. Stan has made a
living singing lead and tenor, but has perhaps found his best fit as baritone for Master’s Voice. If a good baritone brings versatility, then Stan is a perfect addition. His love for people is obvious.

Rounding out Master’s Voice is musician Theron Perry. Capps said, “Musician” is both vague and telling when explaining what Theron brings. Theron plays the piano and guitar which allows Master’s Voice to float their sound from traditional to country…from easy-listening to a powerhouse ballad, and at 18 years old, this is only the beginning for Bristow, Oklahoma’s prodigious son.

Nashville, Tenn (May 26, 2015) The popular RFD-TV Gospel music variety program The Music City Show is excited to announce the opening of Season Four on Thursday, May 28th, with more great talent and even a giveaway to create an even more energized atmosphere.

Season Four features some of Gospel and Country music’s most popular artists. Aaron Tippen, Michael English, Jeff & Sheri Easter, Gordon Mote, Mark Trammell Quartet, Whisnants, Don Moen, Allison Speer, Freemans, Tim Lovelace, Blackwood Brothers, and The Freedom Singers, as well as the show regulars, the Positive Cowboy – Jim Sheldon, and the Blue Jean Band.

Hendersonville, TN (May 22, 2015) – Producer, drummer and Daywind songwriter, Ricky Free, broke his hip last week due to a tumor that had weakened his bone. Through an extensive surgery, the doctors successfully removed the tumor and reconstructed Ricky’s hip. He is facing several weeks of immobility and physical therapy during which time he will not be able to work.

Ricky and his wife Kelly are loved members of the Christian music community. Our prayers are with them and their two boys, Jude and Graham. Ricky’s Daywind family has made this opportunity available for those who would like to help the Free Family financially during this difficult time.

Thank you for your consideration in supporting the Free Family. It is easy. Go tohttp://www.gofundme.com/v8z6eaw for more information. You can also share a personal note on this page, or you can send an email to rickyfreefund@daywind.com

On Saturday, May 9, 2015, Trevecca Nazarene University in Nashville, TN, conferred honorary Doctorate of Letters degrees to Faye and Ben Speer.

The degrees were in recognition of their years of Christian service and support of the university. Faye attended Trevecca from 1946 until 1948, when she married Brock. She went back and completed her degree, graduating in 1974.

Ben graduated from Trevecca in 1954. Faye and Ben join her husband and his brother, Brock Speer, who was honored with the same degree in 1995. Brock graduated Trevecca in 1950.

Brian Free, of Brian Free & Assurance, has requested prayers for his son, Ricky.

On May 22nd, at 1:45pm Central, this update was posted on the Brian Free & Assurance Facebook page:

Well Ricky's going home today!!!!! The pathology report came back and once again God showed up "The tumor is benign"!!!!

Pleas continue to pray for him, Kelly and the boys as he has a long hard road to recovery. Thank you all once again for your prayers. If you know God is good "Say Amen"!

On May 20th, the following was posted on the Brian Free & Assurance Facebook page:

Ricky is doing good today. He's started rehab and with the help of a walker moved around a few times today. The surgeon told me and Pam this morning he was amazed at how things were when he got in there. He and the MRI told a different story before surgery. There is NO doubt in my mind of what GOD did before surgery. I COULD SHOUT IT FROM THE ROOFTOP, GOD PERFORMED A MIRACLE!!!!!!!

Thank you all for all the prayers and support the last few days. He has a long road to full recovery but is well in his way. He'll be back to playing the drums like only he can do in no time at all. Thank you Jesus!

He gave an update on Ricky on the Brian Free & Assurance Facebook page(May 19th):

"Let me start this post by saying PRAISE THE LORD!!!!!! Ricky is out of surgery, they were able to get all of the tumor and have rebuilt the bone with cement, metal plates and screws. Will will know in a few days the result of the biopsy but the doctor felt like we have nothing to worry about. He will be walking with crutches for six weeks and IF there are future surgeries they would be months or longer away from now.

I cannot tell all of you how much I appreciate the amazing outpouring of prayers and concern for my family. If I could hug each and every one of you right now I would. Thank you for being a part of our ministry. GOD IS SO GOOD!!!!!"

See the full original request below, as posted on the Brian Free & Assurance Facebook page:

"I wanted to wait until I knew more before posting.

My oldest son Ricky is scheduled for surgery tomorrow morning. He broke his hip bone on Thursday of this past week. They found a tumor on the bone that caused it to deteriorate and break in two. They are pretty sure the tumor is benign but won't know for sure until the biopsy. They will be doing a partial or complete hip replacement surgery and some reconstruction.

Needless to say we all know the master physician has him in the palm of his hand but it's still a hard time. Please keep him and all of us in your prayers and I will update you tomorrow after the surgery. Thank you so much for your prayers."

as posted on the Brian Free & Assurance Facebook page:
Just wanted to let everyone know how Ricky’s doing.

His doctor told him he has another 5 weeks before he can start physical therapy. His surgery was so intense he doesn’t want him putting ANY pressure on the leg until then. The leg is healing good and he should be back on the drums for our tracking session in August. God is so good and I thank him a thousand times a day for keeping his hand on my boy.

Please continue to pray that all goes well. Thanks so much for the AMAZING response in prayers and financial support that you’ve shown my son. You are the best and I love you all!

This Mother’s Day, The Hyssongs released Makayla’s Heart: Moment By Moment, a book which chronicles their journey through heartaches and triumphs.

On July 19, 2008, at 4:44 a.m., the Hyssongs celebrated the birth of Makayla, Richard and his wife Kelly’s newborn. That excitement quickly changed to horror three days later. The doctors discovered twenty-plus tumors in Makayla’s heart with one blocking 75 percent of the blood flow. When she was thirteen days old, masses of brain tumors were found. They were told their precious baby probably would not survive, and if she did, she would not walk, talk, or ever be like other children.

Dell Hyssong relates, “Everyone who has heard about Makayla wanted us to put her story in writing. Her miraculous life has emboldened many to remain strong in their faith and gives hope to those going through difficult situations. As I wrote her story along with co-author Holly Weiss, my prayer was that many lives would change as a result of reading our story. We also wanted to give readers a glimpse of what goes on behind the scenes of our itinerant ministry. Our family is just like everyone else’s: we hurt, laugh, and cry, but know that no matter what comes our way, God is always in control.”

Compton, Arkansas (May 22, 2015) Up and coming young Gospel artist Landon Villines is excited to announce the release of his first full length CD. Full of new songs by such awarded writers as Ronnie Hinson and Jeff Steele, this album captures something for every generation.

Produced by Darrell Freeman of the Freemans, the project has been a long time coming for Landon. He had dreamed of making this CD a reality for a long time.

Landon commented, “Darrell Freeman, outdid himself on making this everything I thought it would be and a hundred times more. My ultimate goals on this CD were to create a sound and style that every listener would enjoy and to encourage the listener that no matter what you’re going through God already has the answer.”

Background vocalist Chris Freeman stated, “I have always had a place in my heart for the youth in Gospel music, since I was just 17 when I came into this Industry. Today I believe the youth are still our future and are leading strong. Landon is one of the most promising up and coming new artists and he sure to make a great impression on hearts and a statement of faith for who he serves and knows what he is singing about. I feel blessed that I was a small part of on his new project ‘It Had To Be God’.

.Villines is only 20 years old and already been singing full time for three years. He fully believes your answer is coming and when it does, everyone around you will surely say, “It Had To Be God”.

Coming from a very musical family, Landon’s mother wrote “It Must Have Been Hard To Resist” and sings some backup of the song. Also, Landon’s sister, Emily Villines and his cousin Hannah Villines sang backup on “Better Days”.

Be looking for Landon’s first national radio single “When I Lay My Isaac Down” going out in the next several weeks.

The song list includes:

1. He Will Come Through — Tim & Lana Chandler

2. Unshakable — Ronny Hinson & Darrell Freeman

3. When I Lay My Isaac Down — Billy Fields

4. I’m Raised — Jeff Steele

5. Better Days – Joshua Jordan

6. He’s Got a Miracle For You — Ronny Hinson

7. It Must Have Been Hard to Resist — Becky Villines

8. It Had to be God — Ronny Hinson

9. I’ve Got It — Unknown

10. Rough Side of the Mountain — Rev. F. C. Barnes

You can learn more about Landon Villines by going to his webpage at http://landonvillinesministries.com/ or on FaceBook at https://www.facebook.com/LandonVillinesMusic .

To book Landon contact lvillinesministries@yahoo.com or call 870-416-6093

About Landon Villines

At 20 he delivers a timeless, cutting edge sound that carries the message of Jesus to a broken world. His big voice and heart for God has undeniably brought him to a new level where he is taking flight in the Gospel music field. At such a young age it seems like such a huge goal to pursue, but his focus is on a higher one, to reach souls.

Landon began singing at his parent’s church, where they currently pastor. He is seasoned in the Pentecostal church, and his roots run deep in the mountains of Arkansas. Raised on the rich sounds of Southern and Bluegrass Gospel, Landon’s sound is crafted with that which he was raised on with a fresh progressive sound. His classic Gospel tone with a current sound creates something new for the Gospel music era.

Landon’s freshman record, It Had To Be God, is set to release in the coming weeks. Be watching for updates on the release of this long awaited album.