Karen Shadbolt, singer, songwriter and musician, lives in Conroe, TX with her husband John.  They have three daughters and three precious grand children.  Karen has been in music ministry for over twenty years as a soloist, worship leader, choir director of both adult and children’s choirs, and pianist.  She is currently on staff at Living Way UMC in Conroe as a vocalist and keyboard player on the praise team.  Karen sings and writes music that communicates the message of hope that can be found only in a relationship with Jesus Christ.  Her singing and writing style can be described as a mixture of contemporary, inspirational, acoustic folk and a little bit o’ country.  She says, “I love it all …”

A TESTIMONY OF GRACE … after high school graduation, Karen moved from Lake Charles, LA to Houston and began a long journey that carried her further away from the truth she’d grown up hearing – that Jesus loved her and died to save her.  After ten years, like the prodigal son, she came to her senses and, on August 8, 1977, gave her life to Christ.

Karen has studied music with some of the best Christian writers and artists, having completed studies at the Babbie Mason Songwriting Conference in Atlanta (1991); Steve Hurst School of Music Ministry and Performance, Nashville (2001); Stamps-Baxter School of Music, Nashville (2004); and most recently was a roster artist with Incubator Records (2004-2007).

   To "I Won't Let Go"

For more of Karen’s music, visit her at http://www.myspace.com/karenshadbolt  

Singer/songwriter Tquan Moore has been writing music for over fifteen years. During 11 of those years, Tquan was a youth minister at West Houston church of Christ before God sent him in the direction of full-time Christian music. As the Youth Minister he was also a worship leader and many times was called on to speak. The preparation of these years of ministry have given Tquan a clarity in both the music he is creating and the ministry he feels called to in the body of Christ.

Tquan started performing Christian music in 2002 as a way to share with others, the music he had already shared with God. Tquan was lead singer and acoustic guitarist for Houston-based band, ‘Beckoned’. Out of 170 entries from 35 states and eight countries, Tquan, with Beckoned, was one of seven artists/bands invited to perform at a Christian music contest called ‘The Unveiling’.

Tquan’s heart is for the transformation of people’s lives through the power of Jesus Christ. Whatever context he gets to do that in be it through music, speaking, at a retreat/conference or chatting with someone over lunch, the transformation of peoples lives is what he believes God has called him to.

   To "All I Need"

If you'd like to hear more of Tquan's music, visit www.tquanmoore.com

Raishein, gospel pop music’s new crowned Princess, is an anointed singer, actress, songwriter and recording artist. She relies on truth and writes from her own remarkable life experiences. Every musical testimony is a page torn from her diary. She composes songs that speak to the perseverance of the human spirit by transforming her wounds into a source of strength.

In 2002, Raishein became a covenant partner and music minister with Faith World in Orlando, Florida. Through God’s direction, she obediently relocated with her family to Houston, Texas in 2004 and joined Trinity Fellowship Church, where she is currently one of the praise and worship leaders.

Raishein recently starred in the touring musical, "Confessions of a Preacher's Wife" in 2008 which was based in Houston, Texas and is looking to grace her way into film and television projects. Raishein is going to debut her own talk show in 2009 called, "The Light, Salt N' Sound Show" which will be based in Houston, Texas. Raishein is serious about encouraging her listeners and fans, so she records weekly video blogs on her youtube page, www.youtube.com/raishein.

Raishein feels that ministry by music is one of the most powerful tools that is used today to reach a generation that is looking for fulfillment in this world. She uses her talents prophetically to reach the world with God's message of love, grace and hope in spite of trials and tribulations. She believes strongly in teaching this generation how to rid themselves of religious mind-sets and develop a serious relationship with Jesus Christ. She uses her unique voice, love for people and heart after God to inspire others to realize that in spite of your past, you can make it with Jesus.

With the completion of the adroit album titled “Believe”, Raishein has delivered an impressive, powerful, and moving debut. As the album unfolds, Raishein leads audiences deeper into her world, walking them through a place of worship through her experiences and emotions. The CD reveals that if you “Believe” in Jesus, He “can” make a way out of no way.

Raishein recently released her debut album, “Believe” on 2-10-2009. Raishein is constantly working on the next project and moving toward fulfilling the vision that God has given her. So as she would say, Stay Tuned!

Visit www.raishein.com for more information about her ministry.

  
 To "Just Like You"

If you'd like to hear more of Raishein's music, visit
http://www.myspace.com/raishein

Debbie L. Rice is a married mother of 3, including a daughter adopted from China, and a special needs son.  She leads children in worship at her home church during their Wednesday evening BreakOut program for 3rd-5th grade, and she also serves as a small group leader for the 5th grade girls.  Debbie is also member of the Worship team and the choir at her church.  Debbie is a world traveler, a Breast cancer survivor, and a natural leader. 

Debbie is an award winning songwriter, having received awards from several songwriting icons including Billboard Magazine, Indieheaven.com, Unisong International, and KCCM King Cat Music Awards.  The 2007 Indieheaven.com Momentum Awards saw Debbie nominated in an unprecedented 4 categories, including “Song of the Year” for her song, “In Your Silence”.  Also in June of 2007 their single, “They Chose Me”, reached the Number One spot on the Indieheaven Fan Faves chart and stayed there for 2 weeks.

The year 2008 started off with the band being nominated for "Contemporary Artist of the Year" at the Annual King Kat Music Awards in Kansas City, KS, and also saw the group nominated again for “Contemporary Artist of the Year” and “Country Artist of the Year” for the 2008 Indieheaven.com Momentum Awards.  In May of 2008, the Billboard Magazine World Songwriting Contest presented Debbie with an Honorable Mention for her song, “They Chose Me”. 

Her debut CD, “By Faith”, recorded with her band, “Faith:REFINED”, was released in 2006. The band has seen their online presence explode in over 20 different countries, and their songs are at the tops of the charts on several online radio stations.  Their sophomore album, "Alleluia", which features the hit single "They Chose Me" will be released in 2008.

  
 To "Alleluia"

For more information about Debbie and her band, please visit www.faithrefined.net.

Songwriter/Pianist/Vocalist Clayton B. Howell holds a Bachelor of
Arts in Piano Performance, graduating Magna Cum Laude from
the former Gulf-Coast Bible College of Houston, Texas (now
Mid-America Christian University in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma). He
has been honored with multiple Songwriting Awards during his professional
career, which started at the young age of fifteen. Most recently, he
was named Songwriter Of The Year in the 2008 Country Gospel
Connection's Choice Awards along with his co-writer, Keith Caldwell.

Several of Clay's original songs have hit the Top Ten on multiple
national and International charts. In July 2008, "Come Hungry
To His Banquet Table" co-written with the song's vocalist, Keith
Caldwell, went to #1. This marked Clay and Keith's first #1 Hit
Single as Songwriters and Keith's first #1 Hit Single as a Gospel
Recording Artist. In early 2008, this songwriting duo released
their first Gospel CD entitled "A God of Second Chances". Clay and Keith
continue to write songs together and continue to produce quality
music that has placed them at or near the top of the Gospel charts for the
past 14 consecutive months. Clay's songs are often directly from
Scripture, and he spends a great amount of time in prayerful
reading of the Bible ensuring that God's Word flows through his
lyrics.

Clay co-owns KCCH Music and KCCH Music Publishing Co. in Houston,
TX with Keith Caldwell. KCCH Music works with a select few
high-quality artists by promoting their music and managing bookings and product
sales. In addition, KCCH Music offers workshops taught by Clay and
Keith dealing with multiple aspects of the songwriting process,
performance and the music business. Clay writes a monthly column on
songwriting, which is published in the CGC E-zine. Visit Clay's Website at
www.ClayHowell.com to read his current and past songwriting columns.

Visit the KCCH Music Website at www.KCCHmusic.biz

To read more about Clayton B. Howell, please visit his Website at
www.ClayHowell.com

Song Sample Info: "Send The Mourners Away" by Keith Caldwell;
Co-written by Keith Caldwell and Clayton B. Howell

Based in Humble, TX, Lynn Logan seeks to serve God through her
music. Grounded in faith and family, Lynn shares the hope and joy
of knowing God by singing songs which honor Him. Lynn knows her
talent is a gift from God. She discovered this gift early in life
by signing at her church. Her mom’s prayers and encouragement gave
her the support she needed to pursue her passion. Through the
years, God has blessed Lynn’s faithfulness with awards and public
recognition. Looking forward, Lynn is dedicated to building on the
relationships God has blessed her with and sharing her music with a
world that needs hope.

If you’d like to hear more of Lynn’s music, go to www.shoutlife.com/lynnlogan

Song Sample Info: "Use Me" by Lynn Logan;