SOUL’D OUT QT WELCOMES NEW PIANO PLAYER

Soul’d Out Quartet (SOQT) announced this week.. the addition of Michael Howard as their piano player. Matt Rankin, owner and manager of the group had this to say about Howard, “SOQT is honored to have such a talented individual join our team! We couldn’t ask for a better young man to be our piano player. Michael exemplifies the characteristics of a Christian and has the qualities SOQT looks for in its members.”

Howard started playing piano when he was only six years old. He first enjoyed playing hymns but found a new love when he was introduced to Southern Gospel music. He has watched and listened to several of Southern Gospel’s finest piano players and hopes to continue the rich tradition of excellent musicians.

Michael resides in Hebron, Ky., and at 19 years old is the youngest member of the group.

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This will certainly add a lot to SOQT’s sound and stage presence. Looking forward to hearing them with this new addition.

From a press release from Soul’d Out Quartet:

GEORGETOWN, OH (Press Release)- Soul’d Out Quartet (SOQT) has announced that tenor vocalist Brent Hopper has tendered his resignation after five plus years on the road. Matt Rankin, owner of the group stated, “Over the past five years Brent has not only become a great friend, but also has been a great asset to the group. He started with us when we were part-time and has helped tremendously in the growth of this ministry. We are sorry to see him go; however we are excited for him and pray God’s blessings on his new career path.” Brent was recently engaged and is planning to get married in 2009. SOQT asks that you continue to remember Brent in your prayers as he starts a new chapter in his life.

Filling the vacancy left by Brent is Dusty Barrett. Dusty is no stranger to gospel music. For the last several years, he has been the tenor vocalist for Crystal River. “Dusty has been working hard on learning the songs and we are thankful that it has worked out for him to be able to join us. We are excited with all the possibilities we have received and are even more excited to see where God takes this ministry!” stated Rankin.

SOQT is thankful to have Dusty on their team!

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Nice to see Dusty get back in a group. He’s definitely one of the best and most underrated tenor singers on the road today. Can’t wait to catch a concert with the new lineup; I may get to this month.