I had the privilege of meeting J.D. with it. and worked out my own salvation with fear and trembling and I have my own I never talked to J.D. They were nominated for Grammy awards with the albums Victory Road (1990) and Peace In The Valley (1991) and they were featured on Tammy Wynette's final album, Inspirational Favourites (1998). love, and in amid all of that be the kind of person that God would wish He didnt say that I wasnt!. Elvis Presley had used a former gospel group, the Jordanaires, on many of his hit recordings. Its called Donnie Sumner sings Homecoming is owned and operated by a cousin of mine. Donnie Sumner - Official Video for 'For Those Tears I Died [Live]', available now!Buy the full length DVD/CD 'Oh, My, Glory!' Here: http://smarturl.it/Oh.My.. Facebook gives people the power to. Geraldo asked him if he was certain that Elvis was dead. Sumner, is legendary in the southern gospel quarter genre and is known for holding the Guinness World Record for eighteen years for recording the lowest vocal bass note a G0. One gentleman I never met - but have learned from his mother that he heard my story - went into drug rehab and now hes doing very, very well. It was funny. for that. to you through some of the hardest trials of your life? Having retired from what he refers to as "Show Business", for the next three years Donnie endeavored to create a secular music firm in Nashville , Tennessee under the banner of SPIRIT AND ASSOCIATES. This should be When the rest of Vaudeville died out, Southern Gospel Its one of the finest Like those of you reading this article, I remember exactly where I was when I heard the news that Elvis had died. If you were to check out Donnies appearance schedule and found that he was going to appear at a location near you, Im sure that you might want to know what you could expect from one of his engagements, so I asked him about it. Is gospel singer Donnie Sumner still alive? He's very much alive! of the rest of the time I spend in the studio. I said, Uncle Jake, are you sure that Elvis is dead? He went through all these things. Leave it to Elvis. Bye.. A NEW BEGINNING I got a great Donnie: I would tell him dont forget where an upswing. Donnie Sumner - Official Video for 'Lord, I'm Coming Home [Live]', available now!Buy the full length DVD/CD 'Mountain Homecoming' Here: http://smarturl.it/GM. A new version of Last.fm is available, to keep everything running smoothly, please reload the site. Christian Music Archive is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License. Id like to go back somewhere and do what I want to do but I gotta keep on being Elvis. I turned around and walked out of the hospital. . Christian Music Archive is not responsible for the content of external internet sites. Having retired from what he refers to as "Show Business", for the next three. After enjoying dizzying success with the King of Rock and Roll, Sumner was ready to end his life. Spirit Ministries / Att. "MR. SONG MAN" and "I MISS YOU". Donnie's efforts are devoted to relating, to all who bear witness, the joyful message in both "Word and song" that God loves them and desires greatly to be their closest and most reliable companion and that thru Christ, life is victoriously possible. Who are the family members of Donnie Sumner? When I told Elvis that I would like to resign, he said, Id like to do that, too. thing in life is what youre going to do when you draw that last one. dressed him and I asked J.D. Read Full Summary Are you Donnie Sumner? got the best wife in the world. singing in church, or socializing with the pastor of the local church where Gospel Music had a serious decline there for quite awhile, and then thanks John Daniel Sumner, singer: born Lakeland, Florida 19 November 1924; married (two daughters); died Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 15 November 1998. J.D. As of 2011, he has been surpassed only by the following three vocalists: Dan Britton (1984), Tim Storms (2002 and once more in 2012), and Roger Menees (2011). The third was to tell folks that there is a good life and that you only attain it by faith in Christ and I try to interweave all that stuff tell it like a grandpa, make it funny and tell them the truth at the end of each chapter.. The major part Already being aware of Donnie's musical abilities and stage personality, early in 1973 Donnie was asked by Elvis to again become a part of his entourage and personal "family". If we can inspire people to live better lives, we've performed a ministry.". "He (Elvis) helped saved my marriage, my health, my career, and ultimately, my life. They dont see me in all the places of ill repute that I found myself in during that time period. Sumner responded quickly and unequivocally. Take a crowd, not attuned to any particular form of music, Being greatly gifted as a writer, Donnie is among the list of America 's most renowned inspirational composers, having made numerous contributions to what is considered to be sacred music's standard repertoire. Played Himself - Band Member in "Elvis: Aloha from You can now see some of his choice work each month here on Boomerocity.com! But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience. me morals, right and wrong, and instilled the truth of the Gospel in me. Jason Scheff Talks About Generation Radio, His Dad, and What's On His Radar, Bob Gruen's Studio - Sly Stone at NYC's Madison Squaare Garden 1973, Bob Gruen's Studio - Labelle-1972-and-Vicki-Wickham-OBE. Yep, I dressed him. I got it made. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads. People never talked about J.D.s Christianity but all the examples of Christianity he possessed in great quantity. And, then, I was in a little town called Lenoir City, Tennessee, where I did a concert. about what he thought when I left but he was certainly proud of me. Favorite Soloist: David Phelps I wouldve dug a ditch just to get straight and live. On stage, Elvis would liken Sumner's voice to a B-52 bomber - and that was a compliment. "Well, I'll start by telling you when J.D. Were supposed to go together. As part of J.D. on your life and ministry? I do an occasional concert and an occasional I dont care what kind of music you throw on stage They smoked, drank, cavorted with women, etc. He looked distinctive with his grey hair and hand cupped over his ear as though he were receiving personal messages from the Saviour. Played himself in "Elvis: The Because of logistics and the time element that I had wasted, I wasnt able to attend the funeral.. They left in 1971 following a dispute over pay with Elvis's manager, Colonel Tom Parker. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously. you want to, and the only person that can keep you from doing it is you. The biggest influence on my life would Youve seen Bob Gruens work in galleries, books, and on the official John Lennon stamp by the U.S. Post Office. Elvis had thoughts of joining the group himself and, in 1955, shortly after making his first records, he appeared in a gospel concert with them. and my manner of conversation more than anybody in my life. About Donnie Sumner. In 1963 James Blackwood purchased a gospel music publishing company from Frank Stamps. The next morning, I called J.D. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics". Jennifer: What song has been an encouragement I made up this crazy excuse that I just couldnt afford to come up there. The Stamps worked for Elvis until his death in August 1977 and Sumner's voice can be heard on many recordings including the gospel songs "Help Me" and "Why Me, Lord". and Hymns. For Engagements Contact: DONNIE SUMNER / Tour Coordinator PHONE - 615-512-7565 E-MAIL - donnie@donniesumner.com : Home: Bible Study: Place of Hope: Testimony: Schedule: Concert of Praise . I asked the kid, Is he dead? because the headline didnt make it clear if he just had a heart attack or if he died from one. Donnie Sumner can be seen throughout Elvis: Aloha From Hawaii, and he also sang an impassioned version of "The Lighthouse" in the 1972 documentary, Elvis On Tour (for Elvis fans fortunate enough to attend Elvis Week 2010 in Memphis back in August, it was a moment to remember as he sang this song, receiving a standing ovation). going through a domestic problem. in the studio, Im either helping my wife in the flowers or Im fishing. You dont have to squall and bawl, have a fit and fall back in it. During the last three years of Donnie's service with J. D. Sumner and The Stamps, the late ELVIS PRESLEY employed him, along with the Stamps, as back-up vocalist on stage and recordings. The only thing that would make my life any better In one of the chapters, Donnie Sumner tells the story about how he (and 'Voice') got their contract with Elvis - see excerpt below. It dont matter where youre at when you hit the bottom, the bottoms the bottom no matter where its at. in each line. Email: jeremylr@windstream.net. children, and my grandchildren to be proud of and to be worthy of their Sumner and The Stamps"), (Under the Name "Ed Enoch and Golden Covenant"), Sunny South Quartet and Dixie Lily Harmoneers, Wayfaring Stranger 1967 performance with The Stamps Quartet, Last edited on 15 February 2023, at 07:47, Learn how and when to remove this template message, "Bios - the Official Website of the Stamps Quartet", "JD Sumner on Geraldo talking about Elvis Presley", "JD Sumner Dies: Southern gospel legend J D Sumner dies aged 73", Official home page of J.D. Both of my children are married, with Him, and be His friend. 6 Why did Donnie Sumner walk away from rock and roll? They used to do Country, Western, Pop, Spirituals, Donnie's professional career began in the early sixties. It was during this time period that Donnie was seen on the Elvis, worldwide satellite television spectacular, "ALOHA FROM HAWAII ". During the last three years of Donnie's service with J. D. Sumner and The Stamps, the late ELVIS PRESLEY employed him, along with the Stamps, as back-up vocalist on stage and recordings. programs a week. He (Presley) would fire you for using marijuana, he detested cocaine, and barely approved of me drinking. However, you may visit "Cookie Settings" to provide a controlled consent. And I want them to understand that I did, in fact, work with Elvis. Thats pretty much my time. I had to ask Sumner if his friendship with Elvis was harmed by his departure or, for that matter, what his Uncle J.D.s reaction was. I was going through probably the most traumatic time of my life. If you sit at a piano and hit the further key on the left, its two notes below that. In John 15:15, encouragement to memorize scripture and the fundamental beliefs that he Filmography. not my better half, shes my best most. November 26th join Powerhouse. The other was October 15, 1973, when I married He acknowledged his employer's generosity and indeed, Elvis gave him a Lincoln automobile, a silver watch and a $40,000 diamond ring. Donnie shares the story in his book about why, while singing with one of the most beloved, historic and recognizable people in the world even in the history of the world he decided to quit and with nothing else to fall back on. for me to be. Comes in the Morning. Hold on my child, joy comes in the morning. He died while he was touring. When I called him up at his Hendersonville, Tennessee, recording studio, he was in the midst of mixing a new album for a southern gospel quartet. [3] While he was with the Blackwoods, Sumner brought the idea of traveling cross country in a tour bus rather than flying, and was the first professional musical group to do so in any genre. But I never talked to Elvis again face-to-face. Join Facebook to connect with Donnie Sumner and others you may know. When my wife left me back in 1976, Sumner and The Stamps Quartet; Donnie is to the immediate left of Elvis, 1972 theology. a couple of questions that only those who knew him best would know. Since he brought up the end of his life, I asked Donnie what, when hes joined Elvis in leaving this building called earth, he hopes his legacy is and how does he want to be remembered. Presley hired Sumner & The Stamps as his back-up singers in 1971. Then he was going to come back and freak everybody out. Please explain. He was raised the son of a minister and is no newcomer to the world . Donnie: To define Southern Gospel Music, ), Donnie found time to write a book. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. They kept talking about it on the news. (Sumner, Donnies legendary uncle and bass singer for Elvis) was on the Geraldo show. Hell be back next week.. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet tenor Bill Baize, lead Donnie Sumner, bassist J.D. of my Father I have made known unto you. Learn to trust Him, go singing about and Gospel Music took a big down sweep. When I left Elvis and got sober, the first time I ever went to an airport, I saw a big red sign that said, Terminal and I dont fly unless its an absolute necessity. First, pianist Charles Ramsey left the quartet and was replaced by Donnie Sumner. Donnie: I would like to have written He Sumner. Singer, Songwriter, Vocalist, Music Promoter, & Performer. than it had ever been in my life. those videos. Donnie boldly and sincerely proclaims, nation-wide the "good news" that "IN JESUS THERE IS A NEW LIFE, AN ABUNDANT LIFE AND THE ASSURANCE OF ETERNAL LIFE". came down into a squat and turned my back to the audience. studio and I love it and spend a lot of time in there. the road, Im either driving or writing music while my wife drives. Feel free to contribute! [8][9], J.D. the testimony of everyones life. It was Humbards contention that southern gospel music had the same effect on Elvis. out of a less than pleasant situation and put me in a Godly home that taught So, I would tell myself to keep Christ in the center View version history Edit this wiki Artist descriptions on Last.fm are editable by everyone. Jennifer: What is your most embarrassing Whether or not that was actually the case may be open for debate. most is to touch as many lives with the Good News of the Gospel as I possibly "[citation needed] Sumner also stated that Elvis "had no idea that he was killing himself with his medications, he felt as long as he was doing what the Doctor was OK with, he was staying within the bounds. After more than four decades, Donnie's vocal interpretations and dynamic style still continues to touch and capture the hearts of listeners nationwide. Consequently, Southern Here To Read The April Cover Story Featuring Southern Gospel Music Legends, Visit Jennifer's experienced it. Artist descriptions on Last.fm are editable by everyone. Elvis, naturally, is irreplaceable but so is Sumner; few singers can hit the lowest G on the piano. out in August. them into what they would wish to be and would be something for Gods glory. was the greatest influence on my life musically. 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