DAVID CHURCH

   David Church has entertained twice at the Hank Williams Festival in Georgiana, AL. Each time the fans have loved him.

   He will return this Saturday, June 13 for his third visit.

   From the Appalachian Mountains of Ohio to Europe and National TV!  If you have not heard of RFDTV and you want an artist that will draw from all over the US, with a proven track record, then you need to look further. 
   Featured every month on RFD-TV's popular show, "Midwest Country”, David is their most requested artist!  The show is broadcast to over 50 Million via satellite and 800 cable networks, including Comcast Cable, Dishnet, DirectTV both nationally and regionally, featuring shows like, "Crook & Chase", "Ralph Emery", and more.  The producer of Midwest Country, Joe Jenson stated, "David has something special, that same charisma that Hank had. When he walks on stage, the audience is spellbound! He continues to be our most popular act!" Midwest Country has featured David and Terri Lisa performing original songs on their album, "Custom Made", and "Softer Side of Blue", and the response was incredible. Most of the songs on the album are written by David. They are receiving requests for copies from fans and  DJ's for radio play worldwide!

      Church’s performances have taken him all over the world, with fans in every state, Canada, and Europe. Fans will follow him, and travel as far as 1000 miles to see his show.  David has been honored to be on the same stage, performing with many legends of country music, and even “today’s country music” from Richie McDonald, Gene Watson, George Jones, Joe Diffie, Lonestar, The Statlers, and so many more.
   Kevin Richards, CMA’s 2006 Radio Personality of the year, featured David on his 2008 “Country Cruise” as a “Star”, along with recording artists, Richie McDonald, (Lonestar), Kevin Sharp, Brian White, Wayne Warner, and legendary Statler Brother, Jimmy Fortune. Kevin’s comment was “David is the best traditional voice I have heard, and he should be on the Opry. He captured the hearts of all of the fans on the cruise. We asked the fans who they enjoyed the most and it was UNANIMOUS, DAVID CHURCH!”  And Kevin booked David for the 2009 cruise.
   David Church is considered by many to be the #1 Hank Williams Tribute artist, but he is also an incredibly talented singer/songwriter/entertainer in his own right!
David recently co-hosted a music marathon at CMAFest in Nashville, TN with Kevin Richards featuring over 20 artists with everyone from the legendary Jack Greene to up and coming "Emma Mae Jacob". 
   Church has been featured in many popular Country and lifestyle magazines including:  Country Weekly, The Tub Magazine, Front Row News, Country Music Report, Nashville Music Guide, and others.  He will be featured artist in 2008 December edition of the premier country music magazine in Europe, "Dreamwest".  www.dreamwest.com and also in "Western", another European magazine.
   One of the highlights of David’s career was receiving the prestigous, "RISING LEGEND" award for 2006 from the NTCMA. (National Traditional Country Music Association)  Bluegrass superstar Rhonda Vincent was given the same award for her rise in bluegrass!
In the fall of 2006, David was contacted by WWE, (World Wresting Entertainment) recognized all over the world, and the #2 most popular show in the WORLD!  He recorded a intro song, Gonna Punch Someone Tonight”.  The song is played every Friday night on their popular TV show, “Smackdown”, and is being featured on their website.  Also featured with literaly millions of views on Youtube, Myspace and other popular websites. 
   "A Legend Froze In Time," and other original songs from his new cd, “Softer Side of Blue, that David has written have been played on numerous radio stations throughout the world , including the popular XM radio show with legendary DJ, BILL MAC.
David was contacted by CMT, and invited to perform at the 50th Anniversary Memorial.  He performed with legendary steel guitarist, Don Helms.  The response from the fans was incredible.
   In March of 2003, David recorded, "A Legend Froze In Time" his tribute to Hank Williams, featuring Don Helms on steel guitar. Included on the album, Don recorded a 20 minute interview on about his life and travels with Hank.
   His newest project titled, “Softer Side Of Blue”, features a variety of great country music including songs that David wrote, gospel, a civil war tune from David’s bluegrass years and 4 great “Hank” songs. 
   David and Terri Lisa have performed all over the world. They have met people of all ages who share the enthusiasm and love of Hank Williams and traditional "STRAIGHT UP country music."
   Hanks music is more popular today throughout the world than ever before. His influence will continue to be as much a part of our future, as it has our past.
David is a member of CMA (Country Music Association) ROPE (Reunion of Professional Entertainers) BMI, and IFCO, (International Fan Club Organization)
   "It has been an incredible honor and privilege to play a part in keeping the music of this legend alive. And the best part is meeting the people worldwide that still love the sound of traditional country music, and knowing that I can bring to life once more the awesome sound of a legend that no one can ever surpass."

                            David Church and Terri Lisa at 2006 Hank Williams Festival, Georgiana, AL  Copyright By Gerald Hodges