Ricky Atkinson and Compassion announces the departure of Scott and Tessa Thomas. After much prayer and many discussions, RAC has decided to take a different path of ministry. Due to the great demand for Ricky's solo dates and scheduling conflicts, we have all agreed it would be better if we pursued our ministry goals separately. We will remain close friends and very supportive of each other's ministries." Ricky Atkinson states," I greatly appreciate Scott and Tessa and their willingness to help me in transition in 2007, and working with me over the last 7 months. They are my friends and I truly wish them well in the future."
Joining Ricky on stage, the new line-up for Ricky Atkinson and Compassion will be Loren Harris (formerly of the Perrys and Wilburns) and Greg Cook (formerly of Tony Gore and Majesty and the Florida Boys), two of Southern Gospel Music's most individually talented singers, favorite personalities, and industry wide well known voices.
Ricky Atkinson, owner/manager of RAC states, "I am SO excited to have these two awesomely talented men join me for the RAC bookings... I don't need to go into how great they are... Most everyone who knows anything about southern gospel music, know these two guys are household names. They have their own unique style and sound, and also come with a huge radio following and exciting fan base."
Ricky adds, " I have numerous solo dates scheduled for 2008 and I am thankful God allows me to minister in a more personal environment. With the recent changes I have the opportunity to stage those major RAC dates with a tremendously powerful lineup and I am certainly blessed with two of the very best!" It is very important that RAC wants to be clear on the goals of this group and each individual situation involving these guys.
They all have first obligation and priority in their home churches as ministers of music, administrators, etc... so scheduling will be limited and very carefully observed. Family and church first, then singing is the way we feel it should be and thats the way we want it.
Booking will remain in house and can be scheduled by contacting the RAC office phones found at the website or email @ http://www.rickyatkinson.com
For more information on RAC log onto http://www.rickyatkinson.com or http://www.restingplacemusic.com
Author: AGM
| Author's Website: http://absolutelygospel.com/
Written: 12/11/2007
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Category: News & Scoops
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I can't wait to hear the new "Compassion" ...not only does this group have the greatest singer/songwriter in Southern Gospel Music today in Ricky Atkinson, but two of the most talented voices in SGM in Loren Harris and Greg Cook. I believe that this will be a most dynamic combination and am looking forward to their first project together. Way to go RICK!!!
Ricky Atkinson's music has really ministered to me over the years and helped me through some tough times. I think Loren and Greg will be a GREAT addition to RAC!
I'm definitely a fan of Ricky Atkinson's music. Ricky's song "The Sun Will Shine Again" was so helpful to me as I was going through a very difficult time in my life. Thank God for a man who is using His life for Christ!
RAC's music has always been so inspiring to me. I can't wait to hear Loren and Greg with Ricky! What a powerhouse group!
Ricky is a great person and his music never fails to be a blessing to me.
Very excited to hear the new music. Everyone involved is so talented, I'm sure it's going to be wonderful!
I love RAC's music and am very excited to hear Loren and Greg alongside Ricky.
I really enjoy listening to RA&C;'s music. It is very inspirational. Reflecting on the words God has given Ricky Atkinson has helped to uplift my spirit many times.
Looking forward to the new sound.
That's awesome!!
God bless all three guys.
WOW! Ricky Atkinson, Loren Harris, and Greg Cook together!
Excited to hear!
I think Ricky is a really great artist, and to team him up with these 2 guys will be phenomenal.
Ricky is an amazing singer/songwriter and I think he did a great job in choosing Greg and Loren to sing with him.
I think Greg Cook was the best tenor The Florida Boys ever had.
Bring it on! Can't wait!
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