CRESTVIEW — Multi-Grammy Award winner Bill Gaither will host an evening featuring the Gaither Vocal Band next month in Northwest Florida.
Folks seeking spiritual entertainment can travel less than an hour from Crestview for a concert that begins 7 p.m. July 16 at East Brent Baptist Church, 4801 N. Davis Highway, Pensacola. Call 1-855-484-1991 for tickets, which range from $25 to $35 each.
The band — featuring David Phelps, Wes Hampton, Adam Crabb, Todd Suttles and Bill Gaither — will share timeless gospel classics and inspiring new favorites embraced by audiences of all ages and backgrounds. Vocalists Charlotte Ritchie and Gene McDonald, as well as guitarist and comedian Kevin Williams, will join the band.
Bill and Gloria Gaither have written more than 700 gospel songs throughout their career, including standards "He Touched Me," "Because He Lives" and "There's Just Something About That Name."
"I've always said it all starts with a great song, and we are fortunate that each concert includes great songs that have stood the test of time," Gaither said. "With all the musical choices that are available now, there is still a special place for the joy and optimism that reside in gospel music.
"Good news never gets old."
This article originally appeared on Crestview News Bulletin: Gaither Vocal Band brings Homecoming Tour to Pensacola