Mountain Homecoming [live] 1999 Album Bill & Gloria Gaither and Their Homecoming Friends. In 1921, the original LeFevre Trio began traveling and singing across The group continued to experience great success with songs such as Wish You Were Here which featured Surretts bluegrass twang voice. He was then airlifted to Erlanger Hospital for further treatment. Floyd Rogers Texas Gospel Volunteer, Christian writer. Please join us in welcoming Jeremy to LQ and in praising God for Thomas miracle! Also, the incredible virtuoso Anthony Burger joined the group in 1978 as pianist. In the 1990s, the Kingsmen joined forces with Gold City to record a series of live recordings titled KingsGold. Jeremy experienced additional symptoms recently. Columbus, GA. Little did he know at the time that God was preparing him for a life long calling into Gospel Music. Please keep the Peace Family & The Old Paths in your prayers during this time of transition. Doctors now think Jeremy may have Multiple Sclerosis. Jeremy has an impressivehistory in Southern Gospel music. All rights reserved. Jeremy experienced additional symptoms recently. Michael started playing piano at the age of 5 years old. (LogOut/ In 1956, three brothers in Asheville, North Carolina formed a quartet that would become one of the greatest groups to sing Southern Gospel Music, The Kingsmen Quartet. Rice departs in April 1989), Tim Surrett - baritone, bass guitar (debuted with group in March 1989 and split some concerts at baritone with Eldridge Fox, who was recovering from a heart attack, until the hiring of Parker Jonathan in September 1989. Karen Peck, Brian Free and Jeremy Peace duke it out on "Looking for a City" in Fitzgerald, Georgia. The new imprint is headed by Jeremy Peace, tenor singer for the LeFevre Quartet. Although no official statement has been issued by the group, the group shared the above photo from an appearance on The Jim Bakker Show. Jim Thrasher Passes Away. Heritage of Gold Doctors now think Jeremy may have Multiple Sclerosis. Gospel Singing Caravan, "We have had The LeFevre Qt. for the Cross), "Song of the Year" (Come and See) and "Favorite Group Website.". Provinces lifting some restrictions, but concerts remain canceled, postponed or inlimbo, Heres when to listen for some of your favorite speakers, Sun 30 Apr: Periods of rain, High 13C, Low 8C, Mon 1 May: Periods of rain, High 13C, Low 6C. The 2000s brought about more changes with the passing of longtime owner and vocalist Eldrige Fox in 2002. Thank you for believing in me enough to carry the Truth that is greater than all of our hardships and trials. ), Gary Dillard steel guitar, dobro, harmonica, and banjo, Wayne Maynard baritone (switches to lead & bass guitar February 1982), Ed Crawford bass guitar (debuts September, 1981; switches to baritone February 1982), Sam Crowe steel guitar, lead guitar, harmonica, banjo and dobro, Ernie Phillips tenor (departs November 1 1983), Garry Sheppard tenor (debuts November 1983), Wayne Maynard lead, bass guitar (departs late April 1984), Gary Dillard steel guitar, banjo, dobro, harmonica, Arthur Rice lead, bass guitar (debuts May 1984), Ed Crawford baritone (departs July 1988), Gary Dillard steel guitar, banjo, dobro and harmonica, Arthur Rice lead, baritone, bass guitar (becomes baritone when Ed Crawford leaves. down. He was seen last week by doctors at Emory Hospital in Atlanta, where additional tests and blood work were performed. Around 1970 or 1971, Fox had taken over the ownership of the group and became a major figure in the industry. ministry, this combination of talent is one you won't soon forget. through Jesus Christ! Also at this time, Bryan Hutson announced his departure from the group. In 2007, the group was The first single from this project is the catchy mid-tempo track "Sun's Gonna Come Up," written by Lee Black and Scotty Inman. Mike has been voted "Favorite Baritone Singer" three years in a row by Southern Gospel Music fans across the country at the Singing News Fan Awards. The group started gaining national attention with the addition of former Kingsmen tenor Jeremy Peace and the release of their Today project featuring the single "He Chose the Tree." A young group getting national attention usually means more established groups start taking notice of the talent in the group. Janet Johnson-Tremblay Production As we entered a new millennium, the LeFevre name had grown stronger than ever. Hutsons powerful lead would be a fixture of the group until 2001. The Old Paths became our favorite of all our years going there. He states, Peace Family Ministries sets out, Ringgold, GA (January 30, 2014) Rhonda Frye and Riverside, a newly formed trio out of North Georgia, released their first, September 11th, The Kingdom Heirs, The Old Paths, and representatives of Sonlite Records, a division of Crossroads Entertainment & Marketing,, Southern Gospel News (SGN Scoops) Coastal Media - All Rights Reserved 2023. Bryan Hutson also joined the group as lead in 1996 following the departure of Jim Hamill. By 1965, all of the original members had left the group and replaced by Kermit Jamerson (Tenor), Frank Cutshall (Lead), Eldrige Fox (Baritone/Pianist), and Calvin Runion (Bass). The 1970s brought artists such as: celebrated tenors Johnny Parrack (1971-1977) and Ernie Phillips (1977-1983), lead singers Jim Hamill (1971-76, 1977-1993, 1995-56) and the great songwriter Squire Parsons (1976-1977, also sang baritone 1975-1979), and baritones Eldrige Fox (196575, 1976, 1979) and Mark Trammell (1979-1980) who would go on to join the Cathedrals. He then traveled in evangelism for several years, singing with his wife Tiffany and preaching. It was announced in November 2022 that the group would be taking suggestions for a new name after the Old Paths moniker became associated with some problematic themes online, and December 2022 saw the departure of long-time bass singer Daniel Ashmore. We absolutely loved their humbleness and professionalism--they were engaging, which caused the audience to get involved. It often takes more than just a legendary name to gain the recognition this group has attracted, but with stellar vocals, high energy performances, and a heart for We are excited to work with the LeFevre Quartets new lineup on upcoming music to release in 2020, says Scott Godsey, Vice President and Director of A&R for New Day Records. His sincere heart for ministry and powerful tenor voice make him a wonderful . When you think of Gospel Music, the Lefevre name is one that has always been at the top. Details File Size: 1824KB Duration: 3.200 sec Dimensions: 498x384 Created: 2/14/2021, 12:42:06 AM Not only is Jordan an accomplished vocalist, his many talents include playing drums, bass guitar, front of house engineer, and driving This album won a Dove Award in 1974 which shows the growing popularity of the group during this time. The group won several Singing News Fan Awards over the decade with Anthony Burger wining the Favorite Musician Award ten years in a row. News Fan Awards as well as the "Horizon Individual" award. Gospel Music News and Information & Home of the Diamond Awards, Mike LeFevre of The LeFevre Quartet announces Jeremy Peaceas new tenor. With this decision, The Old Paths final service will be December 6, 2015., My wife and I have visited the Southern Gospel picnic in Silver Dollar City for the last 25 years. Jeremy Peace Producer/Engineer From his 20+ years of experience as tenor vocalist with the Kingsmen, The Old Paths, and the LeFevres, Jeremy brings a wealth of ability, energy, and expertise to Farm House Productions. TenorChad Dominey (2003-2005)Jeff Schreiber (2005-2007)Jeremy Peace (2007-2015)Chuck Pettyjohn (2015)Steve Ladd (2017-present)LeadTim Wayne Rackley (2003-2015, 2017-Present)BaritoneDoug Roark (2003-2015, 2017-Present)BassBrandon Barry (2006-2008, 2010-2011)Trent Adams (2008)Daniel Ashmore (2011-2015, 2017-2022) #SNFA2019 1 1 Jeremy Peace @jeremybpeace Nov 22, 2018 2 We will miss them a lot. The Truth that brought me through 2018. Once again, the LeFevre name Thank you for listening to Texas Gospel Canada! For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. Jeremy has an impressivehistory in Southern Gospel music. in Stockbridge, GA. We are thrilled to have Jeremy Peace serving in In 2007, Jeremy left the group to join The Old Paths and for the last 8 years has been a part of this great groups rise to the top of the industry. The group was most well known in the 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s for their live concert recordings and band. This group shows no signs of slowing down and under the leadership of Ray Dean Reese the quartet stays true to classic sound. sing on his own at the age of 7, also playing various instruments with groups from his home town. Texas Gospel Canada Southern Gospel Radio. Mike began his musical career singing with his Uncle Alf LeFevre shortly after the LeFevre Trio retired. The quartet released another live project the following year featuring performances from the National Quartet Convention. At the young age of 17, he landed his The groups mission is to uplift, encourage, minister, and present the gospel through music, testimony, and God's word.The group started gaining national attention with the addition of former Kingsmen tenor Jeremy Peace and the release of their Today project featuring the single He Chose the Tree. A young group getting national attention usually means more established groups start taking notice of the talent in the group. road, but in the 1980's and 90's, Mylon LeFevre & Broken Heart became one of the top acts in Contemporary Christian Music. I took him out and assessed him and quickly called 911. discovered they are a group full of talented, humble personalities with a drive to be the very best they can be to further the message and the music. Brothers Raymond (Baritone), Louis (Lead), and Reese McKinney (Bass) with the addition of tenor Charles Collier and pianist Charles Matthews made up the original Kingsmen, dedicating their lives to spread the Gospel through song. The group's new name, Anthem Edition, was finally announced on March 15, 2023. The Kingsmen Quartet (better known as The Kingsmen) is an American Southern gospel vocal quartet. The group was most well known in the 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s for their live concert recordings and . Topeka, KS, "We had a great night! The LeFevre Quartet strives to reach the masses with a message of hope, grace and salvation Youth in Gospel Music album/DVD. No commercials, no fundraising; just music and uplifting messages. I like them a lot also, and all four of those albums are very good. Jordan has been part of the LeFevre Quartet since it's inception; making him one of the youngest Parracks roots run deep in the Southern Gospel genre. The limit is due to overactive search engine bots (Bing, Google, etc.) He later joined Sould Out Quartet as their lead/baritone singer. Was not the same without Jeremy Peace. If you have any questions please message me. Tenor Gary Shepard (1984-1993), and baritones Wayne Maynard (198083), Ed Crawford (198388), Arthur Rice (198889), and Parker Jonathan (1989-02) would join Hamill (Lead), Fox (Owner/occasional Baritone), Reese (Bass) and Burger (Pianist). Please be in prayer for Jeremy Peace of Led Letter Edition. Their award winning music From his 20+ years of experience as tenor vocalist with the Kingsmen, The Old Paths, and the LeFevres, Jeremy brings a wealth of ability, energy, and expertise to Farm House Productions. first full-time position on the road serving as pianist for The Brady's and later, The Diplomats. Prayer Request The Old Paths have requested prayers for baritone and founding member Douglas Roark, who had open-heart surgery on Thursday. They have been truly blessed by God and their fifty-nine year career is a testament to Gods faithfulness. Thomas commented, While we dont always understand why things happen the way they do, I am convinced that His ways are perfect!. Gospel Music News and Information & Home of the Diamond Awards, From Jennifer Peace : At 12am last night we rushed Jeremy to the ER 45 minutes away after losing, From Jennifer, Jeremys wife earlier today Today at 1:00 at the beginning of church Jeremy had told me he couldnt, Robert Yorks Concert Ramblings:15TH ANNIVERSARY FOR GLORYBOUND QUARTET I had the opportunity to get to the 15th Anniversary Singing, The Mark Dubbeld Family Celebrates NOTHIN BUT LOVE With An Exciting New CD Release Concert Nashville, TN (August 4,, Mike LeFevre of The LeFevre Quartet announces Jeremy Peaceas new tenor. He was replaced in January 2023 by Andrew Utech, formerly of the Dixie Echoes and Eternal Vision and twin brother to Alex Utech of the Down East Boys. He is allowed to show off a bit on Well Done. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Create a free website or blog at WordPress.com. He is now in ICU. He didnt have an appointment until the end of October but the doctors stated that his illness could be the contributing factor to his stroke. The quartet over the years has had many personnel changes. Chris Jenkins of the Vintage Quartet was hired as the new tenor in 2012. Ascending is the latest recording by The Lefevre Quartet, Produced by Wayne Haun, Ascending is the group's debut release with Daywind on their New Day Label.Anchored by the father and son Mike & Jordan Lefevre, the group has recently found stability on tenor and bass. Their last 4 projects (Right Now, These Truths, Decade, Stay) are the finest string of recordings any group in the history of our music have ever released.. "Jeremy Peace and Keith Plott have both been valuable parts of the LeFevre Quartet for the last several years. Jeremy began to travel and The newly formed group reestablished ties with the Harper Agency and Crossroads Label group.2022 brought major changes for the group. Burger would stay with the group until 1993 when he left to join the Gaither Vocal Band/Homecoming Tour. The quartet found a renewed sense of energy and drive and released several great CDs with previous hit songs such as Excuses, Beautiful Home, When I Wake Up To Sleep No More, and many more. However, he left the group in 2003 and Philip Hughes joined the group in 2004 at lead. Nick Succi also left a year later and was replaced at the keys with young pianist Cody McVey who remained with the quartet until 2011. Change). Mike and Jordan LeFevre welcome Jay Parrack as their new tenor singer and Will Lane as their new bass singer. During this time, the group released several incredible recordings including When God Ran in 2008 and Missing People in 2009 both featuring greats song such as When God Ran, God Saw A Cross, and When Its All Said And Done. In 2010, lead singer Philip Hughes left the group and Bryan Hutson switched back to lead. Former lead singer Tim Surrett returned to the group after a brief absence as the new baritone in 2002 following the departure of Parker Jonathan. Jeff Turner Music Reporter Free Theme By, Robert Yorks Ramblings: LeFevre Quartet and Glorybound Quartet, The LeFevre Quartet welcomes Jeremy Peace as New Tenor, Rhonda Frye And Riverside Releases New Single To National Radio, Crossroads, Kingdom Heirs, and Old Paths Celebrate #1 Hits.