The name of multi Grammy nominated
Karen Peck and New River has become synonymous with Southern Gospel
Music. Karen's flawless, delightful soprano voice has made its
way into the hearts of Gospel Music lovers across the country
and garnered an unprecedented 11 Favorite Soprano Fan Awards from
the readers of The Singing News Magazine, Southern Gospel Music's
leading fan and trade publication. Karen, Susan and Jeff have
also received many awards from other magazine publications and
Internet publications. Over the past two years, New River has
had five consecutive #1 songs in Southern Gospel Music.
The youngest of three daughters,
Karen was exposed to the traditional sounds of Gospel Music at
a very early age. Her parents often took Karen and her sisters,
Susan and Sandra, to the all-night sings in Atlanta, and these
concerts left an indelible mark on the youngsters who made a pact
that someday they would share a musical ministry of their own.
One of the groups often featured
at the Atlanta concerts was The Lefevres, who later became known
as The Nelons. It would be a mild understatement to say that Karen
had aspirations of singing with this talented family. In fact,
that aspiration became her greatest desire, and in 1981, this
dream became a reality when Karen was invited to travel with her
favorite group. She remained with The Nelons for 10 years, gaining
the respect of industry peers and fans alike with her exceptional
vocal ability and caring personality.
Finally in 1991, the realization
of yet another dream came to pass when Karen and her sister, Susan,
with Karen's husband Rickey, organized the musical entourage of
Karen Peck and New River. Today the New River team consists vocally
of Karen, Susan, and Jeff Hawes. Additionally, Karen's husband,
Rickey, serves as the group's road manager and sound technician.
Susan's husband, David, is the founder and owner of the Jackson
Steel Guitar Company. Dawn Hughes has traveled with the group
since year 2000 as Karen Peck and New River's assistant making
New River a complete family affair.
With appearances on such prestigious
stages as The Grand Ole Opry, The Gaither Homecoming concerts,
Opryland Theme Park, Dollywood and Six Flags Over Georgia, New
River has firmly established their place at the forefront of Southern
Gospel Music. Over the past decade, they have been featured on
many television networks, with appearances on TBN's Praise The
Lord, the Grand Ole Opry Live and the popular Gaither Gospel video
Series. The group has enjoyed many honors and accolades. They
have received numerous industry and fan award nominations. Their
album Journey of Joy received a Grammy nomination for 2008. Journey
of Joy was also nominated for three Dove Awards. This album has
three consecutive #1 songs including Hey, Last Night, and Whispered
Prayers. They have consistently received radio airplay at stations
nationwide. Hit releases have flowed their way in bunches, and
they have enjoyed many Number One songs. A few of their other
popular hits include: Hold Me While I Cry, Just One Touch, I Wanna
Know, God Likes To Work, Daddy's Home, When Jesus Passes By, God
Still Answers Prayer, and Christian In The House. Additionally,
the group's Number One hit, Four Days Late, was also named Song
of the Year by readers of The Singing New Magazine in 2001 and
the SGMA Awards and continues to be a favorite among audiences.
The Horrell Family is a Southern
Gospel Trio from Wallace, N.C.
Our group members consist of:
Ashley Jones, Joshua Horrell, Janice "Granny"
Horrell, and Robert "Bobby" Jones.
We share the message of Jesus Christ through
music and song. We are focused on magnifying the name of Jesus.
Our mission is to minister to all by reaching the lost through
our music and testimonies. The Horrell Family are all born again
Christians and we thank God so much for all the opportunities
and the doors He has allowed us to walk through and witness. He
is such an awesome God. We give Him all the praise and glory and
we thank Him for all the blessings in our lives. Our hearts are
uplifted with His love and presence as we minister through song
to create an atmosphere that will lift, inspire, and propel people
to Christ so that ultimately, He will transform lives.