James Buford Abner of The Swanee River Boys
James Buford Abner was born November 10, 1917 to Dave and Ovelia Abner in Lineville, Alabama. He was the child of sharecroppers, and like many children in that part of…
May Edition of SGN Scoops Available Now!
Welcome to the May issue of SGN Scoops digital magazine! We are thrilled to bring to you the best stories in Christian music, from features to devotionals to concert reviews.…
Spotlight on The Browns
It’s my honor today to feature some of my favorite folks in Southern Gospel music. We see lots of families singing and traveling together, but I want to share a…
Rob Patz Celebrates Two Decades in Gospel Music
The year was 1993 and Gold City was heard all over the airways with ‘There Rose A Lamb’, winning the prestigious Singing News Award for Favorite Group. The GMA Dove…
Young Artist Spotlight – Jonathan Taylor
Some people come into your life for a short season. Others come into your life and take up residence. You know the kind…they become your lifelong friends.  This month’s…
Lorne Matthews
The year was about 1967. I drove over to PVCS high school, in my city of Peterborough, to hear a group called the McDuff Brothers. The McDuff brothers consisted of…
Aaron and Amanda Crabb: We All Need Mercy
By Sandi Duncan Clark Coastal Media, parent company of SGNScoops and SGMRadio, is the proud host of the annual Diamond Awards held at Creekside Gospel Music Convention. In October 2013,…
The Talleys – A Family Affair
By Dixie Phillips and Lorraine Walker The Talleys unmistakable sound, progressive southern gospel style, and ministering hearts have made them a fan favorite and one of the most respected groups…
Spotlight on The Dysart Family
Southern Gospel fans find family groups irresistible. There is just no topping that special family harmony, camaraderie and love that floods the auditorium when a family group steps onstage. The…
SGN Scoops Magazine Features Weston and Christy Hinson
We are excited to present the March Issue of SGNScoops Digital Magazine. On the the cover this month is Weston And Christy Hinson. Read how Weston and Christy are carrying…