"New Road" Bluegrass Gospel Band Releases New Album "The Message"

Knoxville, TN (2/14/06) - New Road bluegrass band announces the release of their new album "The Message" on February 14, 2006. This Knoxville, Tennessee-based band has been together for 11 years and this project marks their sixth album to date. Most of their songs are written by members of the group and consists of scriptural-based lyrics accompanied by strong melodies, all while being supported by some of the finest bluegrass musicians in the country. The band recently was chosen to showcase at the International Bluegrass Music Association's World of Bluegrass convention that was held in Nashville, Tennessee.

The band has gained respect from many in the bluegrass community including Doyle Lawson stating, "New Road really sings and plays good bluegrass gospel music, but what I feel when I see and hear New Road is that they believe in what they sing about." Steve Gulley with the band Mountain Heart added, "I can't say enough good things about the group New Road. Their music is truly a blessing because they sing and play from their hearts. The music they create is an extension of the their faith and spirit. You can't help but hear the love of the Lord in every note. They're all great musicians and even better men. I'm proud to call them all my friends."

New Road band members include: Stuart Wyrick, Tom Brantley, Gary Kidwell, Vic Graves, Doug Johnson and Mike Ramsey. For more information on New Road, please visit www.NewRoadGospel.com

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