DENNIS GARNER - began plaing the electric guitar at the age of 4. By age 5, Dennis performed at the Greensboro Coliseum before thousands of people during a church convention. He also played the guitar at many churches through the years.
While in middle school, Dennis won the NC Talent Contest. Later Dennis gained more talents such as bass guitar, organ, keyboard, piano, drums, all percussions, all vocals, upright bass and synthesizer. Dennis began playing for weddings and many social events as well. While in high school (1978-82), Dennis played bass guitar for the Belles and Sons Glee Club. During this time, Dennis became a versatile songwriter as well as a Producer/Arranger.
Dennis has opened up shows for many gospel groups such as The Mighty Clouds of Joy, Gospel Keynotes, Bill Paul, John P. Kee, and Darryl Coley. Dennis' first recording was R&B at Mega Sound Studio in Bailey, NC. Later he was involved with Coudburne Studio in Detroit, MI.
That was the turning point for Dennis. He was a guitar player in the movie "Color Purple" in which Oprah Winfrey starred. During this time, Dennis also recorded at Secret Sounds Studio in New York.
In 1997, Dennis was an extra in the movie "Eddie" which starred Whoopi Goldberg. Dennis has been on local TV playing music and singing, as well as performing on stage across the USA.
In 1998 Dennis recorded his first CD entitled "Sinnerman". The CD sold very well and was a hit on local radio stations.
Dennis' goal is to have a recording in the Top Ten of all categories.
In closing - Dennis has had no formal musical lessons. What Dennis has is very special because his talent comes from GOD.
REV. RODNEY K. FOXX - is a native of Liberty, NC. He started singing at the age of 8 with the All Boys Choir at his home church, St. Stephens, AME in Liberty, NC. Later in his teens he and some other young men of the community formed a quartet called the Jr. Harmonizers where they sang for 15 years. Rev. Foxx also sand in his later years with the Gospel Stars from Siler City, NC. Rev. Foxx was called to preach in 1983, after attending seminary, he was called to Pastor Asheboro Mission AME Church where he faithfully served for 4 years. LAter, he was called to Pastor Childrens Chapel UCC in Graham, NC, where he now has currently been for the last 11 years. Rev. Foxx is married to Elizabeth Staley Foxx. They have two children - son Eric, daughter MoRhonda and one grandaughter, Uriah.
EDWARD GARNER - a man whom God has blessed with the talent of playing drums at the early age of 5. He has a loving and supporting wife, Belinda Garner and two children, Tiffany and Sheritta Garner. In Ed ward's lifetime, he has played for various groups such as The Five Blind Boys, Mighty Clouds of Joy, Spiritual Keys, and the Gospel Persuader.
CLIFTON GRAVES - began playing the guitar around age 10. Clifton received his early musical and voice training from his mother, Carrie Graves. His first band was his brother, Clyde O. Graves. Clifton has played in numerous groups in Europe and in the US. His main musical goal is to glorify God and send a message to hurting people that Jesus loves them.
TRACEY ALAN HAITH - has been singing God's praises since the young age of five. Tracey started out like many others in his church youth choir. In high school, he tried out and was selected to participate with the elite "Belles & Sons" of Southern Alamance, as well as participating in "All State Chorus". With God's anointing, that "unseasoned" child's voice evolved into the strong, melodious voice we hear today. Tracey is a former member of "The Gospel Travelers," and willingly sings at friends' weddings, as well as other social and church events.
PAUL HUNTER - started singing at the age of 8 with the gentle pursuasion of his mother. Paul sang with numerous choirs. He started singing at weddings in the early '90's, but as he has grown, singing has taken on the real meaning of "why", what and who. It is all about giving God the Praise.
LEMUEL SHOFFNER - is from Liberty, NC. Lemuel started playing the guitar at an early age and played for various groups. The important thing that he wants you to know about him is that he gives God the credit for his talent. Lemuel vows to continue to give God the praise through the Music Ministry.
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