The Dixie Echoes

For over 45 years, The Dixie Echoes have been delivering the good news of the Gospel through their spiritually uplifting musical ministry. Although considered to be one of the pioneer Southern Gospel groups, the Dixie Echoes have maintained a refreshing vocal style, and a diverse selection of songs that appeal to audiences of all ages. This captivating group offers hope and inspiration as they share the message of God and His love for all people during each invigorating performance.

Since the Dixie Echoes formed in 1960, they have released over fifty albums, and have had numerous top ten singles. In addition to their long-standing popularity on Gospel music radio stations, the Dixie Echoes have received numerous awards such as Group of the Year and Album of the Year by the Southern Gospel Music Association, as well as various Singing News Fan Awards. Most recently, they were honored in a Singing News report for being one of the top 10 groups in America to have consistently recorded top 40 songs during a 20-year period.

The Dixie Echoes have performed throughout the United States and Canada at such well-known venues as the National Quartet Convention, the Suwannee River Jubilee, Dollywood, and the Biggest All-Night Sing In The World at Bonifay, Florida. The Dixie Echoes also share their music ministry with church, county fair and television audiences. They have appeared on such programs as TBN, Gospel Music Television, and are probably best remembered for their performances on The Gospel Singing Jubilee, which aired in the late 60's and early 70's.

Although each of these individuals present their own distinct musical styling, collectively they share the common goal of being the best they can be for the glory and honor of the Lord, as they present the Gospel in song with a touch of excellence. The Dixie Echoes consists of:

Randy Shelnut

Lead vocalist, emcee, and manager of the group. His father, Dale, was one of the founding members of The Dixie Echoes, and Randy has been with the group since 1969. Besides writing many of the groups most popular songs, he has received the Singing News Fan Award twice for his vocal category. Randy has kept the Dixie Echoes in the forefront of Gospel Music by continuing a grand legacy that originated in 1960.

Stewart Varnado

The pianist and is originally from Franklinton, Louisiana. His personality and showmanship added with his versatile style has already made him a fan favorite across the country. Stewart has been nominated for Favorite Pianist in the Singing News Fan Awards on several occasions. Since joining the Dixie Echoes in 1998, his performance has become an integral part of the quartet's stage presentation and sound. For more information on Stewart, visit his website at: www.stewartvarnado.com

Randy Shelnut Jr.

Known to Gospel Music fans and family as "Scoot", is the baritone singer and plays bass guitar. He began his Gospel music career with the Dixie Echoes at the young age of eleven. He is an accomplished musician on several different instruments. Most recently, he was nominated as Favorite Young Artist, Favorite Musician and Favorite Baritone in the Singing News Fan Awards.

Dallas Rogers

Dallas provides the tenor vocals and is the newest member of the Dixie Echoes. He joined the group in August 2005. He is a native of Seymour, Indiana. Dallas and his wife Shelly now reside in Pensacola, Florida.

Tracy Crouch

Tracy is the bass singer for the group. Tracy joined the group in September 2004. He comes to the group from Iota, Louisiana. Fans all over the country are already taking notice of the impressive low voice of this young man.

The Dixie Echoes have become a respected standard in the field of Gospel music. Their music ministry continues to play an important role influencing the performances of many newer groups who enter the Gospel music arena. There is no doubt that the Dixie Echoes will be sharing the message of God's word for many years to come. As always, they will strive to sing songs that reach out and touch the hearts and lives of people of all ages and backgrounds.

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	A New Chapter If Jesus Is There Up To The House of Prayer Praise The Name Of God I Won't Have To Worry Welcome Home My Child New Born Feeling The Last Mile Of The Way Ole Brother Noah If We Never Meet Again After The Sunrise
	A New Chapter River of Jordan After All Close To The Master Roll Away Troubled Water Until You've Known I'm Gone The Riches Were Free If He Said It, I Believe It A God Who Is Aware When The Power of The Lord Comes Down

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