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David Phelps Update and Possible GVB Replacement

Posted on Jun 26, 2005

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David Phelps Update and Possible GVB Replacement
Written: 06/26/2005
Author: AGM

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It has been reported that David Phelps is leaving the Gaither Vocal Band to pursue a solo career. His new solo album, Life is a Church, is slated for a September 27 release date.

According to a recent statement by Phelps, "I called up Bill about a month ago and asked if he would meet me at Starbucks to talk. I started to tell him and he finished my sentence for me. I guess he knew it was coming, too. Truth be told, I have been praying for whomever will take my place. It is never a fun transition. Bill was very gracious, of course, and has wished me well. We are all too close for it to be over…it will just be different."

Also, this past weekend, Birmingham, Alabama resident Wes Hampton sang the tenor part for the Gaither Vocal Band. Gaither apparently introduced Hampton as someone being "carefully considered" for the vacant spot with GVB.

According to internet research, Hampton is presently a worship leader with The Church At Brook Hills in Birmingham.

(Thanks to SGLive Show Prep for the information)

Reader Comments

Lori Smith ~ 07/09/2005

Wes and I have been best friends literally since we were born. We grew up singing together in a small town in West TN. Wes is one of the most talented people I know. I received a call from him yesterday that he is now the new tenor for the GVB!!! I am so excited for him. This is his dream and he will be wonderful. You guys do not know what you are in for!!

.(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) ~ 07/13/2005

We are going to miss David Phelps very much. We loved his voice. We wish him the best for his future and God's choicest blessings.

But we are excited to hear the new voice, Wes. And i'm sure he will continue to entertain us with his performances. God Bless!!

Lois

.(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) ~ 07/14/2005

I MISS DAVID!! haha WhenI saw the pictures of Wes singing wit the GVB I got sooo mad!! I HOPE he is good or I'm never buying another GVB cd again!!=) I am a TRUE, LOYAL David Phelps fan!!
Erica

.(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) ~ 04/08/2006

I heard Wes tonight on the Gaither TV show. Wow!!!
That says it all.

.(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) ~ 04/08/2006

I am a die hard D.Phelps fand or so I thought,Wes is right up there with David.God Bless you both

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