The Sons of Song recorded their first album on the Sacred label.

What pioneer of the contemporary Christian music movement produced this monumental recording?

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I believe it was Ralph Carmichael. By the way, this is a great album of smooth harmonies and energetic singing.

I'm 99.9 % sure Mike is right.

Gentlemen, you're correct.

Were the Sons of Song the greatest trio ever?

They were for sure the most different vocally...but I liked them. To bad they had so many personal problems.

Seems as though there was very little "middle ground" with the Sons of Song. Most of the folks I've talked to either thought they were the greatest or they didn't like them at all.

Like 'em or not, there has certainly never been a sound in gospel music to ever vaguely rival the sound of the Sons of Song.

Of the albums that I have by them this is the one that I like best.

The fact they had such a unique sound is probably why folks either loved them or hated them.

I had never heard of them when I saw the original group at an old-timers night at the 1973 NQC. Unfortunately I didn't tape the four or five old songs they did but did record their version of a popular song at the time called After Calvary.

I have found the singing of this great group to be so soothing and comfrting when I have been faced with times of trial. Calvin Newton was a great lead singer and certainly a colorful character. I'm glad that he finally was converted and came to know the Lord he was singing about. Bob Robinson had that great "tearful" sound in his voice. I would have to have a copy of his album with the Velva Tears. Don Butler was an awesome baritone who could sing bass as well. The group's version of "Lord, I Want to Go to Heaven" showcases Don's great vocal versatility. I wish this group could have stayed together. Their brief musical catalogue is brilliant, IMHO.

Velva Tears sounds like the Sons of Song on speed.
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U BAD JC...U BAD

Well, Popsy, have you heard them???

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I haven't heard the Velva Tears before, but after reading John's described my curiosity has been put into overdrive. I'll have to try and collect this recording to see for myself.

I have only seen the record one time and I think that they only made one. I do not remember listening to it but the next time I am at my friends house that has this album I will ask him to play it for me.