Danny's Diary

The next guest on Danny’s Diary (the podcast powered by Singing News Magazine) is Ricky Capps of Master’s Voice. There are lots of laughs as Ricky and Singing News Publisher Danny Jones talk about the song "John Saw," golfing, Ricky's most embarrassing phone call, a 1966 metallic mint green Mustang—and everything in between! CLICK HERE for all of Danny's Diary episodes.

Gospel music fans across the country watched as Eli Fortner grew up on stages as he traveled and performed with his family, The McKameys. Now, almost eight months past the group’s retirement, Singing News Publisher Danny Jones recently caught up with Eli to discuss what occupies his time now, his thoughts about returning to touring, and, of course, his fiancée! Tune in to Danny’s Diary, the podcast powered by Singing News! CLICK HERE for all Danny's Diary episodes.

With almost five decades of service and experience, Mark Trammell is a fixture in the Southern Gospel music community. Tune in as Mark visits with Singing News Publisher Danny Jones on the next episode of Danny’s Diary and listen as Mark shares memories of Eldridge Fox, Glen Payne, George Younce, and many more. CLICK HERE for All Danny’s Diary Episodes.

What happens when you put a New York Yankees fan on the same interview call with a Boston Red Sox fan? You’ll have to check out this week’s episode of Danny’s Diary to find out! Tune in as Ricky Carden of The Down East Boys visits with Singing News Publisher Danny Jones. Oh, by the way, they managed to talk about Gospel music, too! CLICK HERE for all of Danny's Diary Podcasts.

Listen to the story behind Merle Monroe's newest hit,"God's Still In Control" here. https://www.singingnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Merle-Monroe-Gods-Still-In-Control-Interview.wav

Tim Rackley, lead vocalist of The Old Paths, joins Singing News Publisher Danny Jones on this week’s episode of the Danny’s Diary Podcast. Listen in as Tim talks about his fellow group members and his entrance into the world of Southern Gospel music. CLICK HERE for all of Danny's Diary Podcasts.

Jon Epley of Greater Vision is the next guest on the Danny’s Diary podcast. Jon and host Danny Jones talk about several things, including why Jon took seven hours to complete a two-hour drive—thanks to Mark Trammell. Tune in! CLICK HERE for All Danny’s Diary Episodes.

Sheri Easter is one of Gospel music’s most beloved artists and this week she visits with Singing News Publisher Danny Jones. Enjoy the conversation — and be on the watch out for a cameo appearance by Jeff! CLICK HERE for All Danny’s Diary Episodes.

On this episode of Danny’s Diary (A Podcast Powered By Singing News), legendary tenor vocalist Brian Free visits with Singing News Publisher Danny Jones to share a few laughs and to discuss a wide range of topics including quarantine, songs, health, and much more. Tune in! CLICK HERE for All Danny’s Diary Episodes.  

Michael Booth of The Booth Brothers joins Singing News Publisher Danny Jones for the first-ever video podcast of Danny’s Diary. Need a few laughs? Then you need to watch to this! CLICK HERE for All Danny’s Diary Episodes.  

(April 6, 2020) — A Gospel music legend visits with Singing News Publisher Danny Jones on this episode of Danny’s Diary. Ed Hill, who has spent the majority of his life behind the microphone with such groups as The Prophets, J.D. Sumner & The Stamps, The Singing Americans, The Masters V, and The Songfellows, talks about how God has blessed him to live out his dream of singing Gospel music. And, if you listen carefully, you might also hear Ed say some of the most famous words in the history of entertainment! CLICK HERE for All Danny's Diary Episodes

(March 30, 2020) — Randy Byrd, bass vocalist of The Mark Trammell Quartet, is Singing News Publisher Danny Jones's guest on this episode of Danny's Diary. Enjoy your front row seat as Randy shares about his time in Gospel music, his days of military service, and a mix of other interesting topics and thoughts.

(March 23, 2020) For most of her life, Becky Isaacs Bowman has stood behind a microphone to sing with her family. But along the way, “real life” has caused this talented performer to face struggles and potential tragedy head on—and she’s won! Listen in as Becky visits with Singing News Publisher Danny Jones on this episode of Danny’s Diary.

(March 16, 2020) — As a team, Darrell and Chris Freeman have been fixtures in Gospel music for more than three decades. But theirs is a story that’s more than years on a bus. Listen in as they visit with Singing News Publisher Danny Jones on this episode of Danny’s Diary. Lots of laughs—and lots from the hearts of Darrell and Chris!

(March 9, 2020) — What happens when the DJ becomes the interviewee? You’ll find out in this episode of Danny’s Diary. Singing News Publisher Danny Jones spends time with the Singing News Radio Network’s Gregg Hutchins and along the way they talk about Gospel music, unusual phone calls, and cathead biscuits. You can’t that find combination just anywhere—but you can on Danny’s Diary!

(March 2, 2020) — Listen in as bass vocalist Pat Barker visits with Singing News Publisher Danny Jones on this episode of Danny’s Diary. This extremely quiet and reserved guest—oh, never mind. If you believe Pat was quiet and reserved, we have a bridge we’d like to sell you!

(Jan. 20, 2020) — Listen in as Lauren Talley visits with Singing News Publisher Danny Jones on this episode of Danny’s Diary. They talk about The Talleys’ upcoming retirement, Lauren’s solo career, sports broadcasting, and Carol Burnett. Yes, you read that right. CLICK HERE for All Danny's Diary Episodes

(Jan. 13, 2020) — Surprising calm during major changes. That’s nothing new to Legacy Five’s Scott Fowler. Tune into Danny’s Diary as Scott visits with Singing News Publisher Danny Jones and they discuss the “new” Legacy Five—and how the veteran performer realized his days as a Cathedral Quartet member were coming to an end. CLICK HERE for All Danny's Diary Episodes

(Jan. 6, 2020) — As we enter the year 2020, Kevin Anderson is the our guest on this episode of Danny’s Diary. You’ll discover how one simple prayer eventually led a young Tennessee man to a significant role in one of the biggest Christian media companies in the world. Tune in and listen as Kevin visits with Singing News Publisher Danny Jones. CLICK HERE for All Danny's Diary Episodes

(Dec. 30, 2019) — A strong Gospel trio ... The Statesmen ... one of the most famous feuds of all time. There is a common thread with all three of those things and the name of that thread is Elliott McCoy. Tune in and listen as Elliott visits with Singing News Publisher Danny Jones on this episode of Danny’s Diary. CLICK HERE for All Danny's Diary Episodes

(Dec. 23, 2019) — He played piano for one of the most popular groups to ever walk on a Gospel stage … he introduced many of today’s leading artists to the national Gospel music audience … he produced one of the biggest songs to ever be played on Gospel radio … He is Eddie Crook. Tune in and listen to his visit with Singing News Publisher Danny Jones. CLICK HERE for All Danny's Diary Episodes

(Dec. 16, 2019) Nick Bruno has spent most of his life behind the keyboards, either in the studio or before audiences worldwide. Only one person alive today can say he worked with Elvis Presley and played on the iconic Chattanooga Live recording—and the one who can say that is Nick Bruno. All Episodes of Danny's Diary  

(Dec. 9, 2019) Gary Casto, lead singer and a founding member of The Tribute Quartet, is guest on this episode of Danny’s Diary. Listen in as Gary discusses his long Southern Gospel music career with Singing News Publisher Danny Jones. All Episodes of Danny's Diary  

(Dec. 2, 2019) — Concert Promoter Bill Bailey is the guest on this episode of Danny’s Diary. During his visit with Singing News Publisher Danny Jones, Bill talks about his early days of promoting and today’s Gospel music scene, and he shares a special recollection of his most memorable concert event. All Episodes of Danny's Diary

(Nov. 25, 2019) — The next guest on Danny’s Diary is Libbi Perry Stuffle. During her visit with Singing News Publisher Danny Jones you’ll hear about Christmas trees, a special ministry she’d love to create, and her potential next address. And, oh yeah, she’ll talk about The Perrys, too! All Episodes of Danny's Diary

(Sept. 16, 2019) Danny Jones welcomes Mike LeFevre and Troy Peach in this episode of Danny's Diary.

(Sept. 9, 2019) — In this episode, Danny Jones catches up with Michael Booth of the award-winning trio The Booth Brothers. You'll hear their thoughts on the group's new album, Michael's recent solo release, what Ronnie Booth and Elvis have in common, what Michael really thinks about Bill Gaither, and the history of pranks between Michael and Danny...

(Sept. 2, 2019) Remember the Gold City days of Ivan Parker and Mike LeFevre? Listen to Danny’s Diary as they share their memories of their days on the road together as part of one of Gospel music’s legendary groups.

August 26, 2019 — Millions of miles since he first walked on a stage, Ivan Parker is truly one of today’s Gospel Music legends. Joining Ivan on stage is his son, Josh, and together, they travel the country carrying the greatest message of all. Listen in as they visit with Singing News Publisher Danny Jones. Click for more Danny's Diary episodes!

(August 19, 2019) — In this episode, Danny Jones talks with a member of one of Southern Gospel's most-loved families and a three-time winner of "Favorite Baritone" at the Singing News Fan Awards—Mike LeFevre of the LeFevre Quartet! Click for more Danny's Diary episodes!

(August 5, 2019) Listen in as Legacy Five’s new tenor vocalist Lee Black visits with Singing News publisher Danny Jones. By the way, Lee’s a pretty good songwriter, too! Click for more Danny's Diary episodes!

(July 29, 2019) Danny Jones chats with GRAMMY-nominated artist Joseph Habedank in this episode of Danny's Diary ... listen in now! All Episodes of Danny's Diary  

(July 22, 2019) This extended episode of Danny's Diary features multi-talented couple Tim & Mary Alice Lovelace! All Episodes of Danny's Diary

(July 15, 2019) —  The Southern Gospel music community is filled with hundreds of talented of people and many of them work behind the stage's curtain. You'll meet one of them—Scott Godsey of Daywind—during this episode of Danny's Diary. All Episodes of Danny's Diary

(July 8, 2019) — When you’re the son of a bigger-than-life Gospel legend, you’ve worked with Elvis, and you’re currently leading a dynasty that began in 1934, there’s a chance you might have a good story or two. Tune in as Singing News Publisher Danny Jones visits with Billy Blackwood of The Blackwood Brothers. All Episodes of Danny's Diary

In Episode 9, Danny Jones welcomes Devin McGlamery, award-winning lead singer of Ernie Haase & Signature Sound! All Episodes of Danny's Diary

What happens when Danny Jones, Josh Singletary, Troy Peach, Kenna Turner West,, and Rick Francis find themselves in the same studio together? Take a listen and find out! CLICK HERE for more Danny's Diary podcast episodes.

In Episode 7 of Danny's Diary, Danny Jones welcomes Singing News Associate Publisher Rick Francis. Listen carefully—you might just learn enough trivia to help you win big money if you ever get on a TV game show. After all, it’s on Danny’s Diary where you’ll discover where Rick fits into Southern Gospel music history, as he was a part of one of the most-played Southern Gospel songs ever! All Episodes of Danny's Diary

June 10, 2019 — In this episode of Danny's Diary, featuring Tribute Quartet baritone/pianist Josh Singletary, you'll learn something you probably never knew about Jackie Wilburn, discover who Josh would choose as a 'dream team' quartet, and find out why Josh hopes Gary Casto will NOT listen to this interview.... All Episodes of Danny's Diary

June 3, 2019 — In this episode, Danny Jones welcomes special guest Susan Whisnant! All Episodes of Danny's Diary

May 27, 2019 — Singing News Radio's Program Director, Greg Goodman, is usually the one interviewing Southern Gospel artists on the air. In Episode 4 of Danny's Diary, host Danny Jones puts Greg in the hot seat, turning the tables and asking HIM questions for a change! All Episodes of Danny's Diary

May 20, 2019 — Danny Jones visits with singer/songwriter Scotty Inman of Triumphant Quartet in Episode 3 of the Danny's Diary podcast. All Episodes of Danny's Diary

May 13, 2019 — Danny Jones visits with award-winning songwriter Kenna Turner West in Episode 2 of the Danny's Diary podcast. All Episodes of Danny's Diary

Singing News Publisher Danny Jones sits down with Troy Peach from The Perrys in the debut episode of the Danny's Diary podcast.