Celebrated Christian musicians Steve Archer and Kevin Pauls along with humorist Joanne Goodwin, will present the program The Spirit of Christmas, Friday evening, November 21 at 7 pm in the College Heights Seventh-day Adventist Church. This free program of "music and wonder to celebrate the season," is open to all.
*Steve ArcherBorn in Southern California and raised throughout the Golden State, Steve Archer grew up in a very musical family. His earliest musical experience came at the age of nine when he and his brothers began singing together for the sheer joy of it. "We would sing in my dad's church" he recalls, "and when I was thirteen, my brother, Tim and I entered the Teen Talent Search and won second place nationally. That success inspired us to form our own group, 'The Archer Brothers.' We were still in school, so it was a part-time effort."
After graduation however, Steve was able to turn his full attention to his music career, and that he did! With the addition of Nancy Short (later replaced by their sister, Janice), they became known as "The Archers". They were one of the first ensembles to perform what was later to be known as contemporary Christian music. The group toured extensively, both in the United States and abroad, performing at a number of auspicious events, including one at the White House, for President and Mrs. Carter. Many television appearances followed, including the Jerry Lewis Telethon, the Easter Seal Telethon, a home-video series entitled America's Music, the Mike Douglas Show, and their own half-hour television show produced by, and aired on the Trinity Broadcasting Network.
In 1980, The Archers participated in a project entitled "The Lord's Prayer," a musical written by Reba Rambo and Dony McGuire. Their performance earned the group a Grammy Award and an appearance on the Grammy telecast. The following year they were again invited to appear on the show, as their album "Spreadin' Like Wildfire" was nominated. After ten years and seven albums with The Archers, Steve embarked upon a solo career. In 1982 he released his first solo album, appropriately entitled "Solo." Steve started an active schedule of solo appearances "...as a tremendous way of expanding my musical base," he explains. Steve's second album, "Through His Eyes" established him as an important solo artist. The title tune jumped to #1 on the Contemporary Christian Music Charts. His first music video was produced to accompany the song. It proved to be popular and was in great demand by video shows around the country. In 1986, Steve released his third musical offering, "Action," a brilliant album produced by Skip Konte, Chris Christian, and Keith Thomas, featuring a duet with Solid Gold and Fifth Dimension star Marilyn McCoo. The song "Safe", quickly climbed the charts to #2 nationally and was voted by Contemporary Christian Music Magazine's year-end chart as the #4 song of 1986. Steve has been working, over the last two years, on a brand new CD entitled "Call it Grace" which was released in July 2005. Steve feels that this is a landmark recording, containing seven brand new songs and four remakes of Archers classics that are simply not available on CD... this will be a special treat for longtime Archer fans.
"We've successfully created a fresh new dimension to the classic Steve Archer sound - due in part to the new and very diverse roster of writers, players and singers that we brought to the table this time around." states project producer Don Somerville. These artists include: Bill Champlin (Chicago), Carmen Grillo (Tower of Power), Michael Omartian, Bob Birch (Elton John), Chris Rodriguez and Chris Eaton. "He's singing better than ever and has been carrying an itinerary load of over 100 dates in a calendar year... without the strength of radio or a current project behind him until now. These numbers are sure to escalate once people get a taste of this record!"
*Kevin PaulsMusic. It’s his love and his life. And life is about to take an exciting new turn in a brand new direction for Kevin Pauls. An industry veteran with more than two decades in the music business, this longtime gospel artist has toured with The Gaithers, released seven independent albums, won the Hamilton Music Scene Award for Canadian Recording of the Year (2005), and has been honoured with multiple award nominations by GMA Canada.
But thanks to a new label (SPF Records) and a new distribution deal, Pauls is ready to break into the mainstream in a big way. His soon to be released CD release, “True”, has him joining forces with some of the most widely acclaimed producers, songwriters and musicians in the industry. In fact, powerhouse producer David Foster co-wrote Pauls’ stunning new single “Make Forever Stay” - a soaring ballad that fans are already calling “unforgettable”.
Also slated for upcoming release, a cover of the hit single “Broken Wings” - a song that Kevin makes his own - as only he can. With his strong, rich voice, rugged good looks and down-to-earth demeanour, this accomplished artist has the ability to connect with his fans both off-stage and on. Kevin’s passion for people runs just as deep as his passion for the music…And audiences across the country are applauding.
*Joanne Goodwin
Joanne Goodwin is a dynamic speaker who has often been referred to as Canada's own "Barbara Johnson." She is constantly travelling and sharing what she has learned through her many trials and heartaches. Her unique ability to share her experiences and transparency and humour leaves her audiences laughing and crying--but most importantly, encouraged.
Joanne currently resides in Sarnia, Ontario, and is the mother of three young adults and a grandmother of six. She is married to Joe who is an interim pastor as the need arises, and he sometimes travels with her. She has appeared several times on 100 Huntley Street and is the former co-host of a Montreal radio talk show.
*All information provided by the artists.
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