Monday, August 06, 2007

The Imperials’ Back to the Roots Now Available for Pre-Order

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame inductees The Imperials announced today that the group is now taking pre-orders for their highly anticipated new recording, Back to the Roots.

Back to the Roots will feature 11 newly recorded classic songs that The Imperials made popular through their rich and varied history. Back to the Roots will feature songs from the 1960’s, 1970’s, and 1980’s and range all the way from the Jake Hess years to the Russ Taff era and everything in between.

Back to the Roots will feature production work from award-winning producer Michael Sykes (Gaither Vocal Band, Oak Ridge Boys, Gold City).

The cost of the pre-order is $15.00, plus $5.00 for shipping and handling. The new album is due out by September 10, 2007, in time for the National Quartet Convention in Louisville, Kentucky.

Shannon Smith of The Imperials said, “We’re excited to be offering pre-sales and orders for the new album because that means that we are that much closer to having the final product in our hands.”

“The feedback that we have gotten from this album so far is outstanding,” mentioned Ian Owens of the Imperials. We had a lot of fun making this album, and we know our fans are going to love it.”

A track listing for Back to the Roots includes the following: “Your First Day In Heaven”, “No Shortage”, “I Believe”, “We’ve Got a Great Big Wonderful God”, “Be Still My Soul”, “He’s Everything to Me”, “Praise the Lord”, “My Child, Welcome Home”, “More”, “Water Grave”, and “I’m Gonna Be There.”

Fans can pre-order Back to the Roots at The Imperials’ website.

The Imperials’ latest release, simply titled The Imperials, recently became available on both iTunes and Rhapsody. The Imperials was released nationally to Christian retail this past April through Lamon Records.

The group recently released “All That Matters to the Lord” to Southern Gospel radio as the follow-up to “Arise My Love.” The song was shipped to radio on the Lamon Radio Hits #14 compilation disc, cut #1. In addition, the song is also being promoted to radio by Theresa Smith-Dillard’s TS Promotions.

Thursday, July 05, 2007

The Imperials Complete Vocals for New Recording

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame inductees The Imperials recently completed vocals for their upcoming recording.

Tentatively titled Back to the Roots, the new recording will feature 12 classic songs that The Imperials made popular through their rich and varied history.

“We are so excited about this project!” stated Jeremie Hudson. “This is something that fans have requested of us and that we’ve wanted to do for quite a while now.”

Back to the Roots will feature songs from the 1960’s, 1970’s, and 1980’s and range all the way from the Jake Hess years to the Russ Taff era and everything in between.

Shannon Smith said, “One of the unique things about the current configuration of the group is that we’re all huge fans of all The Imperials groups of the past. We love literally all of the music in our history, and we are both humbled and honored to continue in the great tradition of the group.

“One of our great desires with this project is to pay tribute to the great Imperials groups of the past,” mentioned Jason Morales. “We think all of those guys were great, and we realize that we owe a lot to them.”

Back to the Roots will feature production work from award-winning producer Michael Sykes (Gaither Vocal Band, Oak Ridge Boys, Gold City).

Ian Owens said, “We are so pleased to be working with Michael Sykes. He brings with him an undeniable reputation for being associated with excellence. We knew he was the producer that God wanted for this project, and he has been amazing to work with.”

“Jeremie, Shannon, Jason, & Ian are at the top of their game!” mentioned Michael Sykes. “These guys are a breath of fresh air, but then again, the Imperials always are!”

Back to the Roots has a tentative release date of September 2007.

The Imperials’ latest release, simple titled The Imperials, recently became available on both iTunes and Rhapsody. The Imperials was released nationally to Christian retail this past April through Lamon Records.

The group recently released “All That Matters to the Lord” to Southern Gospel radio as the follow-up to “Arise My Love.” The song was shipped to radio on the Lamon Radio Hits #14 compilation disc, cut #1. In addition, the song is also being promoted to radio by Theresa Smith-Dillard’s TS Promotions.

Thursday, June 21, 2007

Jason & Erin Morales (The Imperials) Welcome New Addition to Family

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Jason & Erin Morales (The Imperials) are proud to announce the arrival their second child – Isabel Jayne Morales.

Baby Isabel was born on Wednesday, June 13, 2007. She weighed 6 lbs., 12 oz. and was 19 inches long. Isabel joins her older sister, Madeline Kay, as a part of the Morales family. Madeline will turn four years old this August.

“Isabel is so beautiful!” says Jason. “We are so blessed by God’s gift to us!”

Friday, June 08, 2007

Imperials’ New Self-Titled Release Now Available on iTunes and Rhapsody

Group Releases Follow-Up Single to Top 40 Hit “Arise My Love”

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame inductees The Imperials are pleased to announce the availability the group’s latest, self-titled release on both iTunes and Rhapsody.

“We are excited to finally have our music available on such key digital music outlets like iTunes and Rhapsody,” mentioned Jeremie Hudson of The Imperials. “We recognize that digital music is the future of the recording industry, and we’re happy to finally see The Imperials available through these outlets.”

The Imperials was released nationally to Christian retail this past April through Lamon Records. The Imperials is the first national release from the group in over 10 years and features an eclectic mix of styles – covering everything from pop and adult contemporary to Southern Gospel and inspirational styles.

The album scored the group their first Southern Gospel top 40 hit in over 10 years with the single “Arise My Love.” The song peaked at #29 on the SoGospelNews.com Top 40 Weekly Chart and also charted on the Singing News Top 80 and Christian Voice Magazine Top 100. The song also earned the group a nomination for Progressive Southern Song of the Year at the 2007 SGN Music Awards.

The group recently released “All That Matters to the Lord” to Southern Gospel radio as the follow-up to “Arise My Love.” The song was shipped to radio on the Lamon Radio Hits #14 compilation disc, cut #1. In addition, the song is also being promoted to radio by Theresa Smith Dillard’s TS Promotions.

The Imperials will be headed to the studio later this year to record an album of Imperials classics. More information on that recording will be available at a later date.

Friday, April 06, 2007

The Imperials Featured On “The Gospel Music Showcase” This Weekend

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame inductees The Imperials will be the featured artists on the Daystar Television Network’s “The Gospel Music Showcase” this Saturday evening, April 7, 2007. The show will begin at 7:30 EST.

“We are very honored to be a part of such a wonderful show,” mentioned Jason Morales of The Imperials. “We hope everyone enjoys the show!”

“The Gospel Music Showcase” is just one of the many programming choices available on the Daystar Television Network.

The Daystar Television Network has emerged as the fastest growing and second largest Christian television network in the world. Daystar operates over 50 television stations in major markets across the United States with production facilities in Dallas, Houston, and Denver. Daystar has a potential audience of over 128 million viewers in the U.S. alone, which includes 60 million cable and satellite homes.

Daystar can be viewed on Dish channel 263, DirectTV channel 369, and many cable and international satellite systems all over the world.

In addition to appearing on Daystar this weekend, the group is currently featured in the Church of God (Cleveland)’s Evangel Magazine. They also graced the cover of the new Christian Voice Magazine in January of this year.

Be sure and listen for The Imperials’ first single in over five years at Southern Gospel and Inspirational radio all across the country. “Arise My Love” can be found on the group’s new self-titled release, which is available now through the group’s website and at concerts. The song is currently charting on the SoGospelNews.com Top 40 Weekly Chart, the industry’s leading weekly chart.

“Arise My Love” was recently nominated for an SGN Music Award for Progressive Southern Song of the Year. The Imperials will be performing the song at the SGN Music Awards Celebration on Tuesday, April 17, 2007 in Smyrna, Tennessee.

The Imperials will be available nationwide at Christian retail through Lamon Records on April 10, 2007.

Monday, March 19, 2007

The Imperials Featured In Church of God (Cleveland)’s Evangel Magazine

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame inductees The Imperials are currently featured in the Church of God (Cleveland)’s Evangel Magazine. Individuals can go to http://theimperials.com to read the article in its entirety.

The article, titled “The ‘Super Group’ of Gospel Music,” is a feature article in the March 2007 issue of Evangel. The story was written by popular writer Wanda Griffith. The Imperials talk about as the group’s past connections with the Church of God (Cleveland) as well as the past, present and future of the group.

“We have a rich history with the Church of God (Cleveland),” mentioned Jeremie Hudson. “We were honored when they asked to do an article on us for this issue. Wanda was a joy to talk with.”

Evangel Magazine can be found in Church of God churches all across the nation and are free to the public.

Be sure and listen for The Imperials’ first single in over five years at Southern Gospel and Inspirational radio all across the country. “Arise My Love” can be found on the group’s new self-titled release, which is available now. The song is currently charting at #30 on the SoGospelNews.com Top 40 Weekly Chart, the industry’s leading weekly chart.

“Arise My Love” was recently nominated for an SGN Music Award for Progressive Southern Song of the Year. The Imperials will be performing the song at the SGN Music Awards Celebration on Tuesday, April 17, 2007 in Smyrna, Tennessee.

The Imperials will be available nationwide at Christian retail through Lamon Records on April 10, 2007.

Tuesday, February 13, 2007

SGN Music Award Nomination

The Imperials have received a SGM Music Award nomination for Progressive Southern Gospel Song of the Year for “Arise, My Love”. You can vote online here.

CD Review on The Musicscribe

Our new CD was recently reviewed by David Bruce Murray at the Musicscribe.

Monday, January 29, 2007

The Imperials Make Key Media and Retail Appearances

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame inductees The Imperials will be a featured performer on Cornerstone TeleVision’s “Now, More Than Ever” annual telethon tonight, January 29, 2007. The show will air live and begin at 7:00 p.m. and will run until 11:00 p.m EST.

“We are very honored to be participating in this event and humbled that they asked us to participate,” mentioned Shannon Smith of The Imperials. “We are looking forward to being there this evening.”

Also appearing with The Imperials is Gospel superstar and member of the Kurt Carr Singers Yvette Williams and Rev. Chris Hill, youth pastor for T.D. Jakes.

More information on the Cornerstone Television Network can be found at http://ctvn.org/

Tomorrow, the popular group will be stopping in Ashland, Kentucky to film an episode of the “Gospel Music Showcase”. The show will air in the near future on the Daystar Television Network. It is a regular program on Saturday evenings on the network.

Also this week, The Imperials will be stopping off at the Christian Booksellers Association Advance 2007 Show at the RCA Dome in Indianapolis, Indiana this coming Thursday, February 1, 2007. The group will be appearing at the Pathway Press booth (#1607) from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Jeremie Hudson of The Imperials said, “We are extremely thankful to God for these opportunities. He has opened so many doors lately, and we know that he has the future of this ministry in the palm of His hand.”

The Imperials are currently featured on the cover of the January issue of Christian Voice Magazine. Individuals can go to http://www.ChristianVoiceMagazine.com or http://theimperials.com to read the article in its entirety.

Be sure and listen for The Imperials’ first single in over five years at Southern Gospel and Inspirational radio all across the country. “Arise My Love” can be found on the group’s new self-titled release, which is available now through the group’s ministry. The album will be released nationally through Lamon Records later this year.

For more information on The Imperials, the new recording, and their recent television appearances, please visit http://theimperials.com.

Fans are also encouraged to log on to MySpace and visit The Imperials at http://www.myspace.com/imperialsmusic/

Friday, January 26, 2007

The Imperials Sign With Lamon Records

Nashville, TN. – Southern Gospel Music Fans will be excited to know that The Imperials have signed an agreement with premiere record label Lamon Records to release, market and distribute their new self-titled CD. “This has been a long time in the making,” says Nelson McSwain, director of A & R for Lamon, who first met Jeremie Hudson (Imperial's tenor) back in 2004. During the next two years the group built a solid fan base as a popular independent until all the members of the group sat down with Lamon’s staff at the 2006 NQC in Louisville, KY. This started the process to what has led to their current agreement.

“We are very excited about signing The Imperials,” says Dave Moody, Lamon’s Label President. “We hope this is the beginning of a long successful relationship.”

The Imperials are: Jason Morales, Jeremie Hudson, Shannon Smith and Ian Owens. For more information, please visit the group online at http://www.theimperialsonline.com or contact , Director of Artist Relations/Promotion. Tel: 704.282.9910