Karen Peck Gooch , Susan Peck Jackson , Devin McGlamery
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Karen, New River has been around for a few years now. You have weathered many storms and enjoyed many victories. What is the secret to the groups longevity?
Staying committed to our calling
How do you keep things fresh and inspired?
Constantly praying God will renew our minds and spirits.
Susan, why aren't you blonde?
Susan says, "I'm much too smart!" Devin is blonde like Karen.
Devin, Karen often says from stage that you keep them looking young. What's it like traveling with two "older" women?
It's like traveling with my "Grandmothers!"
Do Karen and Susan ever give you any "motherly" advice?
Sometimes. They're always watching out for me.
On a more serious note, describe for us the Ministry side of KP&NR. Describe the Entertainment side pf KP&NR.
Our main prayers are for believers to be uplifted and encouraged and hopefully the lost will be saved. We always try to give someone a chance to make things right with God. However, in a world full of problems, it's nice to laugh and forget about our cares for a while.
How do the two sides of entertainment and ministry work together?
Ministry and entertainment definitely go hand in hand.
Karen, you have always had a gift for the ability to deliver those big ballads. "Daddy's Home", "Four Days Late", "The Tomb Wasn't Empty", and now "Last Night". Do you really love that style of song or is there something else that really hits your hot button for singing?
I love any song with great lyrics. I love singing songs that "move" me.
Since both Karen and Susan's children have been raised "on the road", are there any plans for eventually involving the children in KP&NR? Any up and coming singers in the group?
They are very involved with us "behind the scenes." They are musically inclined. Hopefully they'll sing with us one day.
If the group could only sing one more song, what would it be? Why?
Four Days Late. I would want to tell everyone that Jesus is always on time and will always be there for them.
What is usually in the CD player on the bus as you are traveling down the road? Do any of you ever secretly listen to anything that isn't Southern Gospel?
[NEW RIVER] We watch the latest DVD of New Song almost every night before we go on stage. We listen to XM Radio. Outside of Southern Gospel, we like Michael Buble, Martina McBride, Celine Deon, Third Day, Chris Tomlin, Natalie Grant, and many others
Well! Looks like you already added me! You guys were amazing last night at Fullerville! I'm sorry we missed the first half but atleast we got to hear you all! Karen, when you burst out in Amazing Grace it gave me goosebumps! Thanks so much for the advice last nite! You are all a huge inspiration to us!!
What a wonderful job yall did Wednesday night at Fullerville! I can't tell you enough how much you all mean to me and my family. You bless our hearts everytime we get to see and hear yall. I pray God will bless you all so much in this coming year and I look forward to seeing you all alot this year!
Oh,what a time we had bringing in the New Year w/our Family,Karen,Susan,Devin&their families!&other Southern Gospel Greats!Thank You for letting God use you!May he keep you all safe &Blessed this year!We Love all of you,Lamar,Nina,Samantha&Danielle
With the New Year upon us I pray God blesses you in a wonderful way in 2009. Let it be the time the Lord Jesus is on your mind.
There are so many blessings just waiting to be released. His mercy and grace will bring you much peace. Happiness from Joy will fill your life, from morning till noon and into the night.
Our prayers are with you never forget. It’s our way of saying we make it a bet. The Love of our Lord will see you though. In all life’s challenges, His promise is true.
So when you face opposition, the joy and pain. Remember its Jesus who will help you gain. The comfort, the peace, and the strength for life To tackle your victory in 2009.
