Serenade Studios is proud to announce that we have another project fresh out
of the oven..Mmmmm. Friends Of Jesus Quartet has just cooked up their second project with us entitled, “Looking Up!”.
The Friends of Jesus consist of Sharon Hinson on lead, Anita Saxon on tenor, Terry McCartney on baritone and
Ernie Hinson on bass. This mixed quartet can cover such a variety of styles it makes it kind of difficult to put a label on
what their sound is. On one song you may find that they have a bluegrass sound, but then the next song, they may be
singing one of those hard, eye popping, quartet arrangement numbers. So we won’t put a label on them, except to say
that they have their own unique sound and do a fantastic job of singing some “Good Ole Southern Gospel”, regardless
of what kind. Although their first project was superb, they have raised the bar once again with this awesome project.
Check them out when you can catch them in your area and be sure to buy some product from them! Oh yeah, I have to
mention that besides all the singing praises, they are also some of the best cooks we know. And they have fed us well!
Thanks to them for that as well.. Serenade Studios is proud to count The Friends Of Jesus, “Friends of Ours”...
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We are excited about the new upcoming project from none other than Nadine & Stevie. Nadine Patrick has written
some awesome, prayer packed songs that will no doubt become feature pieces of this project. We are currently in the
process of getting her music tracks made. Once that is finished, Nadine and Stevie will lay down the vocals. We will keep
you posted on the latest. Pictured here, is Nadine laying down the scratch vocals for her new songs. She wanted
everyone to know she wasn’t prepared for a photo opportunity, but after some convincing, she allowed the pictures
so that her fans would know something new is coming down the line.
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• Scottie Deal is a “Singing Pastor” with a zeal for the Lord! He has a local radio program on
100.9 FM WSTS and has recorded several gospel CD’s in the past. Now he has come onboard with Serenade Studios
with the release of his latest project, “Because He Lives”. A very talented vocalist, he brings a fresh sound to the selections
of spirit filled songs contained in this recording. Scottie travels and preaches just about anywhere in the country as well.
He brings a powerful testimony as well as heart felt singing. We are happy and blessed to add Scottie Deal to our ever
growing list of Artist.
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• Serenade Studios presents the release of John Walters, “The Gospel According To John”.
John Walters is a newcomer to the music scene, but has little traits of a newcomer. His presentation is more like that of
a veteran in the industry. If you like more of the country flavor of Gospel, then you will enjoy John Walters.. Somewhere
between the sound of Alan Jackson and Josh Turner, yet uniquely a sound of his own, John delivers the Gospel well.
This project contains some standards as well as some original pieces. Already writing songs, and learning the piano
at a remarkable pace, and singing without fear, John begins his journey. We are happy to include this exceptionally
talented young man in our family of Artist.
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• Serenade Studios announces the latest release of Charles Bell’s “Crying In The Chapel”.
Charles Bell has not only established himself as a legendary regional gospel artist, but he has traveled nationally
and even into Canada doing what he loves to do best. Praising the Lord in song.. He has been a radio personality
throughout the years, as well as a recording Artist. Charles Bell has a sound that is loved by many, and this release
has been eagerly anticipated. Serenade Studios is proud to welcome a dear friend, Charles Bell on board as a
recording artist with Serenade Studios.
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• We are proud and honored to announce yet again, another Dove Brothers project
recorded here at Serenade Studios. Decennial is the title of this latest custom project... It’s a musical
representation of the groups first 10 years. The project contains brand new recordings of select Dove Brothers
hits, featuring their current vocal lineup. Featured are songs such as “Get Away Jordan”, “Just Another Hill”,
and “Didn’t It Rain” just to name a few. There are also a couple of new recordings on the menu, representing
more of the direction of the current Dove Brothers sound as well. The Doves continue to attain a larger audience
year by year, their popularity steadily growing stronger and stronger. Serenade Studios is proud to be a part of
their 10 year success, recording multiple projects with the Dove Brothers throughout those years.
We eagerlook forward to many more years and recordings together.
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•The Lighthouse Girls choir, following their successful 2007 project with the Dove Brothers,
“Run On For Jesus”, have recently recorded another project here at Serenade Studios. Entitled, “Telling The Old Story”,
this project contains some great gospel music favorites as well as a couple new surprises. We even convinced Brother
Billy Hudson himself, founder of The Lighthouse ministry to sing a brand new song on this project called
“Sinner Saved By Grace”. You can get your copy of this wonderful recording and find out more about
The Lighthouse HERE!
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• The always evolving Serenade Studios construction news. We are in the process of adding in a new and spacious,
acoustically treated drum room. Always striving to provide more quality and more functionality, we are nearing the
completion of a this state of the art Drum/vocal room. Primarily designed for drums, this new room can also serve as
a large vocal chamber for ensembles of various numbers. Our original drum room will be converted to function as yet
another vocal booth, as well as allow expansion for storage and office space.
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• We have been quite busy as of late.. We have posted new pictures up in our picture gallery..
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• WMPM Radio in Smithfield NC has interviewed one of our clients, The Social Security Boys. The interview showcased
their latest project. The interview lasted about an hour, which profiled the group and highlighted various songs from the
project. Live callers were also welcome to call in and comment live, and they did just that! During this Interview done by
the stations General Manager Carl Lamm, aka "The Voice Of Johnston County" commented on the quality of the recording.
We want to thank Mr. Lamm, who various credits include 54 years in Broadcasting, for his kind, generous and unsolicited
comments about our work here at Serenade Studios. Below the News & Events on this page I have included a sound byte
from that interview which you can play and hear for yourself! Hear what others are saying about Serenade Studios.
