Christian Voice Magazine recently reported that Naomi Sego told their reporters that she had received a letter from former members Kasey Kemp and Judson Horner stating that they now owned the Sego name and that she would have to quit using the name. CVM also provided documentation of Kemp and Horner jointly registering "the Segos" as an LLC (Limited Liability Company) on April 28, 2008, in the state of North Carolina, with Judson Horner listed as the "initial registrant." Additionally, the web domain, http://www.thesegos.com , was registered on April 15, 2008. Judson Horner is listed as the registrant for the domain.
Today, Vine Records, issued a press release where Naomi is quoted as saying, ""Contrary to recent misrepresentations, Kasey, Judson and I are on good terms. They are like sons to me and have never threatened me. The Sego name and rights are not and have not been in jeopardy. These boys have been an integral part of this group on multiple levels, and we have enjoyed our years on the road and writing this final chapter together. We will be promoting this recording together and doing interviews together. We may even do a few last stands together on select dates. I am grateful for all of these years and excited to be ending the group on a high note with this album. I will continue to travel as long as I can get up and get on the road. It's what I've done for so many years, and ministry is what I love to do."
Christian Voice Magazine had this to say about the above statements, "To say that we've misrepresented anything regarding this matter is completely and utterly false. We have published nothing but the facts. Every interview, every investigation and every phone call regarding this issue has been well documented. We continue to fully stand behind every report we've made."
In addition to reporting the above statement, Vine Records announced the release of the final project from Naomi & the Segos which includes former members Kemp and Horner. The recording, produced by Wayne Haun and Kevin Ward, entitled Happy Ending, will hit shelves nationwide on June 24th, distributed by Crossroads Entertainment and Marketing.
UPDATE:
SGN spoke to Naomi Sego today in regards to a few questions concerning recent events. When asked if Christian Voice Magazine had ever misrepresented anything in their news reports or statements attributed to her, she stated, "No, I was not misrepresented." When asked if she did receive a letter telling her to stop using the Sego name she replied, "One of the boys had left his car at my house, when they came to pick up the car, the letter was left in my back door." She confirmed that there was a time when the use of the name was in question, but upon recent counsel with her son the situation has been resolved and the parties are now working together. Naomi also stated she has no plans to retire and she has not decided the future of the Naomi and The Segos group.
Author: Susan Unthank
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Written: 06/10/2008
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"How you feeling Sophia?....CONFUSED!!"
I said, we said, they said, she said, he said, what was said, so I reported, we reported, they reported, she reported, he reported, what was reported that was said, so I believed, we believed, they believed, she believed, he believed, what was reported of what we said, they said, she said, he said what we thought was said.
wow I agree, I am CORNFUSED. My comment would be, NEXT, as in I'm finished with this fiasco. There have been so many stories come to light that have contradicted each other my interest is gone. Most likely cause it hurts too much to try and think thru all the he said she said stuff lol. I guess "We'll understand it better by and by" ha ha.
It's pretty easy to read between the lines. Vine is trying to do damage control on a new cd they just produced. My guess is Miss Naomi is trying to mend fences at the urging of her record label.
Hey Tony...that's GRRREAT!! Sorry I could not resist. I am Naomi & the Segos manager and booking agent and I know exactly what transpired. I have chosen to refrain from being a part of any negative comments. It seems to me that most of the individuals who have posted comments are intelligent, discerning people. And, as you said, Tony, documents and time lines do not lie. People do. I have known Naomi for many years and she is one of the most Godly, anointed women I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. Oh, and she does not lie. Never. No way. Uh uh!!
The biggest reason it appears to be such a "he said, she said" issue is because Kasey has tried to refute every report from the beginning. When those didn't work, but only made it worse, Haun/Vine steps in.
Just connect the dots.
There are credible reports of what Naomi has said from credible sources that have spoken to her recently (CVM, SGN and Terry Dorsy, her manager)contradicting the statement put out today that announces "where she's at".
It should have said "where we wish she was at".
Documents, timelines, and credible sources (all in agreement) on one side of the scale - and a press release on the other side of the scale from those former members, who announced on May 21st that they had resigned 5 weeks earlier.
I understand everything except what you all don't seem to understand.
Cliff Cerce
The Cerces, PO Box 8525, Springfield, MO 65801
417-863-8440
http://www.thecerces.com
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I have held back on saying anything about the Naomi plight. I have known Naomi and the Segos for over 50 years. The more that is said, the more we trample good names and individuals in the mud. To say Naomi has not been damaged would be an understatement. But yet we say we love her
News sites are supposed to be Dick Tracys.
Perhaps other news sites didn't receive the original resignation press release from Kasey Kemp. Don't forget where this all originated. Kemp tells the world he is resigning because of financial reasons but he turns around and files a LLC for a name that he said couldn't afford to pay him. It doesn't take a Dick Tracy for this one.
I think that people who love Miss Naomi are defending her.
Tony Tipton
Tony The Real Tiger
Please understand - as I posted on another site - I only became involved because Naomi's organization asked me to help. (And they have taken the position that I have helped).
Someone in her organization (that I have never spoken to before) called me out of a clear blue sky, bringing me a message from Naomi that she wished to thank me for something that I posted in her support. This person later caused Naomi's manager, Terry Dorsey, and others to contact me - people who had spoken directly with Naomi and were in a position to know her actual feelings and wishes.
It would be a mistake to assume that some of us that have commented on this situation were not in possession of the facts - or have spoken without proper authorization from some of the principals. I, for one, have not posted anything apart from the wishes of Naomi's team.
There are, obviously, other facts that are in play in this story, and it would be in Naomi's best interests for all concerned to pray for her to our Lord, Who knows all and sees all.
Cliff Cerce
The Cerces, PO Box 8525, Springfield, MO 65801
417-863-8440
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Self Justification, Self Justification and Self Justification!!!
Yes, it is sad, Mr. Klaudt.
What have you done to support Miss Naomi other than to rebuke those commenting?
Are you not just as guilty of self justification by judging the motives and hearts of those commenting?
Tony Tipton
Tony The Real Tiger
Yup, just keep defending your position Mr. Tiger. I don't see much professional journalism, only name calling and indictment. What happened to Whiteman's innocence until proven guilty philosophy? I believe Miss Naomi deserves better treatment than just words which disappear like puffs of smoke in the night.
Really? And where in the reporting of this story was there name calling? Not by any news report that I have read and not by me in any of my comments. I have called no one names. There has been no un-professional journalism here that I have read. Only statements of facts were reported.
The facts have spoken (the LLC is documented as well as two seperate news organizations have confirmed from Miss Naomi that she was told she could not use the name). The guilty has been proven. The innocent one in this mess is Miss Naomi.
Tony Tipton
Tony The Real Tiger
Evidently you have not studied the SGN Update. Why don't you study this. There seems to be a reconciliation happening that words by sideline coaches won't allow to happen or don't want to happen.
Cliff, they called on you to help? How are you helping them? Just curious.
JT - I'm not at liberty to say, but any of my involvement was totally above board.
What could appear to those unaware of the facts as contradiction on Naomi's part is due to the nature of her incredibly-forgiving spirit and desire to meet everyone more than halfway - and to be willing to not hold some accountable for their actions - even to her own hurt.
My admiration for Naomi has risen more than 10 fold in the last few days and I, again, ask that fans take their focus off of trying to "figure out" what has actually happened (as they will not be able to), but rather focus their activity in being in prayer for Naomi for strength and guidance at this difficult time.
Cliff Cerce
The Cerces, PO Box 8525, Springfield, MO 65801
417-863-8440
http://www.thecerces.com
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I stand amazed!
If... after all of the deceptive dealings and "misconceptions" that were conceived by "someone" out there;(tongue in cheek) vine records can perpetrate, now, the pretext that "all is fine" in the "Sego camp" (whoever owns it),it seems to me that quite a few people have just lost credibility. It is really sad, that integrity among gospel singers (who we would really like to believe) is so in question. Once again, where did this all start? And where will it all end?
Just when you think you’ve heard the last of all this, the boys strike again. I guess when the news sites didn’t give enough attention to the Vine records “press release”, they needed another outlet. The “press release” was sent to subscribers through Naomi’s e-mail newsletter earlier this week.
This entire situation is rediculous. I you and the media would put forth this much effort in reaching lost souls the kingdom of God would be growing. Satan is enjoying this party. Think 'Christian" media should change it's format and be printed on newspaper and sold in the check out line at a supermarket. The is Satan influence Trash not Christian at all
Satan influence trash has you reading it. Lookout for that log in your own eye Vic.
Tony Tipton
Tony The Real Tiger
Please remember my Aunt Naomi in prayer. My father W.R. Sego, one of the founding members of the Sego Brothers and Naomi, went home to be with the Lord in 2004.Naomi was married to my Dad's brother James Sego. Naomi has stayed active in the Southern Gospel music industry serving the Lord with all of her strength. Now, concerning the gentlemen in question, let's just leave everything in the Lord's hands. In light of certain events which have taken place over the last year and a half, my family and I are fully in support of Naomi and protecting our family name. The name of the group 'The Sego Brothers and Naomi' is copywritten under my mother's name with BMI....Why would anyone want to try to take on another person's name? It's most bizarre. Furthermore, No one has the right to tell Naomi that she cannot use her own name. Yes, she is legally a Reeder now, however, she sang under the Sego name for many years. It is appalling to hear of 'Christian' people acting so unChrist-like. My family has of course retained legal counsel to protect any copywrite infringement on our family's name or any of their published works. Enough already!
that's right.... you go, girl!
Please be advised that the previous comments on this was about 14 months ago - and this matter has long ago been put to rest.
I knew that.... I just liked what she said! lol
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