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During the 1950’s and 60’s, Southern Gospel quartet music raced to the forefront with great groups like the Statesmen and the Blackwoods. Now, since those original roots of Southern Gospel Music, the art form we now call Southern Gospel Music, has widened its scope by including strong influences from other music forms such as country and bluegrass. Sadly, much of that truly golden era has been lost, as has the style and artistry that was the hallmark of that genre of southern gospel talent. The oft-heard comment is that there are very few, true traditional southern gospel male quartets to be found anymore.
Well, I would like to introduce you to five men who seem determined on reviving that polished style of quartet singing, and the real bonus is they’re doing it for all the right reasons, serving Christ through a ministry of song and testimony. They of course, sing great, but their testimony is powerful and inspiring too. They sing with what can only be described as excellence in music and exuberance in presentation. To get the full impact of these men you must, without doubt, hear and see them face-to-face. I can tell you, I can find no fault in either their testimony or their very talented presentation in song. I once personally believed the golden age of Southern Gospel to be an era gone by. I am now rethinking those beliefs, for Southern Sound makes it all so fresh, alive and vibrant. Ladies and gentlemen, I give you Southern Sound, and gospel music may never be the same again: |
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Ben HarrisBen Harris, lead singer for Southern Sound, or second tenor if you prefer traditional old school titles, provides the unmistakable classic lead that southern gospel music became so well acquainted with during the golden age of quartet music. He can be added to a distinguished list of fine lead singers such as Roy McNeal, and Ben’s long time friend, the legendary Jake Hess. Ben’s stylistic approach to singing lead is very much his own, but still appears familiar to those true fans of southern gospel quartet music. Ben was a highly regarded recording engineer/producer and backup vocalist in Nashville for many years and was awarded numerous gold and platinum albums as testament to his exceptional musical abilities. Ben does much of SSQ’s vocal arrangements, and serves as the group’s emcee. Ben and his wife Delita attend a church in the Nashville area.
Alan BrewsterAlan Brewster, sings the low bass, and I do mean low! Alan is the newest member of Southern Sound, and he has moved into the bass position, seemingly effortlessly. Alan is very much in the mold of great bass singers such as George Younce, Tim Riley and The Big Chief. It would be rare indeed to find a man who can sing more bass than Alan. It has been said that Southern Sound’s musical arrangements are some of the most musically challenging in southern gospel, and this makes the bass position a tremendous task for all but the most proficient. Alan takes it in stride. One of the finest bass voices in Southern Gospel today, Alan Brewster provides the anchor in fine low voice and yet, still maintains that superb tight harmony the group has become so well known for. Alan and his lovely wife Pam live in the Ringgold, GA area, and attend a church in the area.
Trevor HaleyOne of the younger members of Southern Sound, is Trevor Haley who sings the baritone position with confidence and poise most often attributed to men with far more years experience. While only in his twenties, Trevor sings far better than his young age would indicate, a pleasant surprise to many people hearing him the first time. Trevor has that silky smooth baritone blend that provides the rich harmony the group is so well known for. His powerful voice fills his solos with conviction from a well of awesome talent. Trevor has sung all his young life and once appeared on the popular television show, Star Search. An accomplished musician who plays several instruments, including piano, Trevor is a very talented songwriter as well. You would have to search a very long while to find a better young Christian man than Trevor Haley. He and his pretty wife Miranda live in Nashville and attend a local church in the area.
Mike YoungOne of the more recent additions to Southern Sound is Mike Young, from Dahlonaga, GA. Mike brings a great tenor voice, very much in the vein of those wonderful quartet tenors of days gone by, such as Rosie Rosell and Bill Shaw. Mike’s Dad, David Young once played piano for the Couriers, and Mike musically speaking is cut from the same cloth. His love of the Lord, his family, and his love for Gospel Music are clearly evident in everything he does. One of the nicest guys you ever likely to meet, always smiling and very quick to make you laugh. His un-ending energy and zest for life, are often mentioned by those meeting Mike for the very first time. Mike Young is sure to win the hearts of Southern Gospel fans everywhere. Mike and his wonderful wife Cheri live in Dahlonaga, GA and attend a church in that area.
Barry PatrickAnd of course no Southern Gospel Quartet is quite complete without a great piano man providing the background and the drive, and Southern Sound is certainly no exemption. From Fulton Ky, comes the newest member of the group, Barry Patrick. An exceptional talent, Barry is able to play many different styles and all of them equally well. He is easy to talk with and fun to be around, down home friendly, and just a great personality within the group. It has been said that he is also full of mischief, a fact that certainly makes him right at home with these fun loving Christian men. Barry also writes and arranges songs and has become a great asset to the group in this regard. Barry and his lovely wife attend a local church in their area. |
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