Getting To Know The 2014 Diamond Award Nominees
The annual Diamond Awards recognize the best in Southern, Country and Bluegrass Christian music and are hosted by SGNScoops digital magazine and Coastal Media Group. Originating in 1991, they were the...
View Article2014 Diamond Award Winners Announced At Creekside Gospel Music Convention
Pigeon Forge, TN.(November 5, 2014) – SGN Scoops and Creekside Gospel Music Convention was proud to present the 2014 Diamond Awards on Tuesday, November 4, 2014 at the Smoky Mountain Convention Center...
View ArticleThe Road To The 2015 Diamond Awards: The J.D. Sumner Living Legend Award
The prestigious Diamond Awards have a history of over 20 years, recognizing the best in Gospel Music from coast to coast. Many of today’s top artists have received Diamond nominations and awards, from...
View ArticleUpdate On Ed O’Neal
Update On Ed O’Neal: The Dixie Melody Boys were in Nashville on Friday doing a photo shoot. At the end of the session, it was clear that Ed was not feeling well. He had worried through the week that he...
View ArticleMama Joy passes away
Earlier today, the Dixie Melody Boys posted this sad news: “We are heartbroken to report that Mama Joy has gone on to her heavenly reward. Please pray for Ed, Allen, Dara, Randy and the entire family...
View ArticleTHE DIXIE MELODY BOYS REACH SCHEDULING AGREEMENT WITH BECKIE SIMMONS AGENCY
Nashville, TN – Popular Southern Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame member, Ed O’Neal, manager of The Dixie Melody Boys (pictured in attached jpg), has announced that a scheduling agreement has been...
View ArticlePray For Ed O’Neal
SGMA Hall Of Fame member and Dixie Melody Boys owner, Ed O’Neal, was involved in an automobile accident Monday April 1. O’ Neal suffered multiple fractures, but does not require surgery. He is in a...
View ArticleJosh Garner resigns from the Dixie Melody Boys
Josh Garner of the Dixie Melody Boys has decided to leave the Dixie Melody Boys. He announced his decision publicly on Facebook today. He wrote: “It is with great sadness that I announce I am resigning...
View ArticleEd O’Neal needs our Prayers
Allen O’Neal has requested prayer for his dad, Ed O’Neal. Ed is receiving a new pacemaker tomorrow morning, September 16, 2019. It is hoped this will correct the A-fib he has had for some time. Allen...
View ArticleA DREAM COMES TRUE – NATHAN POTTS JOINS DIXIE MELODY BOYS
A set of grandparents who took their twelve old grandson to a Southern gospel concert gave Nathan Potts a new outlook on the music. Here is his story, as told by Nathan Potts, the new lead singer for...
View ArticleThe Dixie Melody Boys Welcome New Tenor
Kinston, NC – Longtime Dixie Melody Boys’ manager and bass singer, Ed O’Neal has announced the addition of Matt Felts to the popular quartet. Felts fills the tenor position recently vacated by Jonathan...
View ArticleDixie Melody Boys Sign With Beyond Measure Marketing
One of Southern Gospel’s most respected and beloved groups, The Dixie Melody Boys have signed with Beyond Measure Marketing. The legendary group is preparing for an exciting year in 2011. “We have many...
View ArticleDixie melody Boys Inducted Into Hall Of Fame
On January 1st, the Dixie Melody Boys were notified that they have been included in the 2011 class of inductees for the Christian Music Hall Of Fame. This years list of inductees include Watne Watson,...
View ArticleKINSTON, NORTH CAROLINA DECLARES FEB. 4TH AS ED ONEAL DAY
KINSTON, NORTH CAROLINA DECLARES FEB. 4TH AS ED ONEAL DAY On Friday night, the Dixie Melody Boys hosted their annual homecoming in Kinston, North Carolina. It was one of many events that are planned...
View ArticleDixie Melody Boys Sign With Song Garden Music Group
One of Southern Gospel musics leading labels, Song Garden Music Group, has announced that they have signed legendary quartet the Dixie Melody Boys to their family of artists. This year marks the 50th...
View ArticleThe Great American Gospel Caravan – We were there!
Going to see the Great American Gospel Caravan on the road? Let our Sandi Duncan-Clark tell you all about it! On March 11, 2011 fans waited in line at Marathon Church Auditorium in Greenville, S.C.,...
View ArticleMay SGN Scoops now online!
The May 2011 issue of SGN Scoops is now available for download. Click on the cover to read your issue in user-friendly .PDF format. Th2 2011 Diamond Awards final ballot is announced and you can make...
View ArticleDixie Melody Boys Finish Historic Album
The Dixie Melody Boys were recently in Nashville finishing work on their 50th Anniversary album, “The Call Is Still The Same”. The monumental project is a long time in the making. “It’s been nearly ten...
View ArticleEd O’Neal Returns Tanned And Ready To Sing
Ed O’Neal recently returned from a vacation to Hawaii. While he was basking in the sun, the Dixie Melody Boys were out on the road as a trio and then joined by a special guest. “We are a quartet so we...
View ArticleThe Dixie Melody Boys Announce New Lead Singer
The Dixie Melody Boys announced a few weeks ago that they would be accepting demo’s for the lead singer position. They also stated that the new member of this legendary group would be introduced on the...
View ArticleDixie Melody Boys Talk With Rob Patz Of SGNScoops.com
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View ArticleDixie Melody Boys Receive 11 Top Ten Christian Voice Magazine Fan Award...
Kinston, NC – With the dawning of a new year, The Dixie Melody Boys prove that their rise back to the top of the Southern Gospel ranks continues to reach new heights. Yesterday, the group was honored...
View ArticleSouthern Gospel Music Coming To California
Voted the favorite male quartet of 2012, through the SGM Fan Awards, The Dixie Melody Boys continue to be a fan favorite after more than five decades of being on the road. One of the legendary groups...
View ArticleDixie Melody Boys Announce Coming Changes
“We are sad to annouce that Steven Cooper will be stepping down from the baritone posistion with the Dixie Melody Boys. As some know, he has been experiencing vocal issues for the last several years....
View ArticleYou Are Invited To Creekside Gospel Music Convention 2013
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View ArticleDixie Melody Boys Announce Aaron Dishman As New Baritone And Piano Player
The Dixie Melody Boys have announced the addition of Aaron Dishman to the legendary group as their new baritone and piano player. The group announced last month that Steven Cooper would be stepping...
View ArticleGospel Music Today On SGNScoops.com
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View ArticleDixie Melody Boys Announce New Lead Singer
With the departure of Mike Rogers, the Dixie Melody Boys have been searching for the last few weeks for a new lead singer. Over 300 men applied, applications coming in from all parts of America as well...
View ArticleJuly 2013 SGNScoops Magazine
Welcome to the July edition of SGNScoops Magazine. We are pleased to showcase the legendary ministry of the Kingsmen Quartet! The Kingsmen have been singing the gospel since the 70’s. Our cover story...
View ArticleCount Down To Creekside 2013
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View ArticleDixie Melody Boys Announce Lead Singer
The Dixie Melody Boys are excited to announce one of Gospel music’s best lead singers, Josh Garner, as their new member. The group began their search over two months ago when Mike Rogers resigned and...
View ArticleCreekside Gospel Music Convention 2013
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View ArticleOctober 2013 SGNScoops Magazine
The staff at SGNScoops proudly presents the October Edition of SGNScoops Magazine. Gracing our cover this month is Ed O’Neal and the Dixie Melody Boys. We will be honoring Ed later this month at the...
View ArticleJeff and Sheri Easter to Perform at 2013 Diamond Awards
Creekside Gospel Music Convention, Pigeon Forge, TN (October 23, 2013) – SGN Scoops and Coastal Media are thrilled to announce the addition of Jeff and Sheri Easter to the list of artists performing at...
View ArticleTribute To Ed O’Neal Hosted By Lou Hildreth And Larry Ford
Creekside Gospel Music Convention, Pigeon Forge, TN (October 28, 2013) – Monday, October 28 is the date to honor the legacy of Ed O’Neal at Creekside Gospel Music Convention, Pigeon Forge, TN. Hosts...
View ArticleEd O’Neal Honored By SGN Scoops
Pigeon Forge, TN (October 28, 2013): Hall of Legend Ed O’Neal was honored on Monday night by the SGN Scoops Digital Magazine. The tribute was held in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Presented by Rob Patz and...
View ArticleJoy O’Neal, wife of Ed O’Neal, Recovering From Stroke
“As many of you know, Ed O’Neal’s wife, Joy, travels with the Dixie Melody Boys. We affectionately call her Mama Joy because she is like a mother to us. On Saturday, she suffered a mild stroke and was...
View ArticleTHE DMB BAND RETURNS TO RADIO WITH NEW SINGLE RELEASE
Nashville, TN – It’s been nearly 30 years in the making, and now music from The DMB Band is returning to radio this month, with the release of Tell Me The Story. The brand new single from the talented...
View ArticleMatt Felts To Leave Dixie Melody Boys
From Matt Felts For the last four years I’ve had the honor of sharing the stage with Ed O’Neal and the Dixie Melody Boys. I’ve been so blessed to be embraced by their wonderful friends and fans all...
View ArticleMonday Night at the National Quartet Convention
The first night of NQC in Pigeon Forge as captured by SGN Scoops… […] The post Monday Night at the National Quartet...
View ArticleMy NQC Memories: Philip Foster
My Southern Gospel Experience : A Canadian’s Journey Into An American Tradition By Phil Foster As I walk in the front door of the huge auditorium, a smell of caramel popcorn invades my nostrils! I can...
View ArticleSGN Scoops at NQC – Thursday
Photographs by Craig Harris Once again, SGN Scoops’ reporter Craig Harris gives us a look at the evening performances during the National Quartet Convention. Thursday’s events also included the Singing...
View ArticleNew Decade – New Members – New Excitement – Ed O’Neal’s Dixie Melody Boys...
Kinston, NC – The year of 2019 was one filled with numerous changes for a man who is no stranger to change. Ed O’Neal, long-time Dixie Melody Boys’ owner/manager, SGMA Hall of Fame member and 60-year...
View ArticleSOUTHERN GOSPEL MUSIC ASSOCIATION HALL OF FAME MEMBER, ED O’NEAL RELEASES MEMOIR
One Old Man Can’t Be All That Bad: Legendary Southern Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame Member, Ed O’Neal, Releases Memoir Kinston, NC – Many talented vocalists and musicians step onto concert...
View ArticleED O’NEAL HOLDS BOOK SIGNING IN HOMETOWN
Kinston, NC – Just a few short weeks ago, legendary bass singer and owner of the popular Dixie Melody Boys quartet, Ed O’Neal announced the release of a new memoir, One Old Man Can’t Be All That Bad....
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