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The Goodwins have been spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ through song since 1982. The group members are John Goodwin (Baritone Vocals / Bass Guitar), daughter, Martha Drake (Lead Vocals / Songwriter / Piano), Ron Hamilton (Bass Vocals), Martha`s son Brandon (Guitar / Drums) & her 5 yr old Daughter, Katie Drake (BG Vocals). The father - daughter duo began singing together in 1974 when Martha was just 4 years old. They started with nothing more than an acoustic guitar. Through the years they added other members to their family group which included John`s father & brother. In 1982 John gave his life to the Lord. Later that same year, John was instrumental in leading his father, brother & daughter, Martha to the Lord. It was then that the ordinary family group was transformed into The Goodwins that audiences know today. After the death of baritone singer, Brian Ketron, in 2000, The Goodwins temporarily ended their traveling. The current group was reformed 7 years later & The Goodwins returned to the road, ready for many years to come! They have had numerous songs on the national charts & were featured in an article in Singing News Magazine in August, 1997. The Goodwins previous radio singles include: "Thats My Boy", "Amen Corner", & "The Walk" etc. Their first single from their new project, Reflections, entitled "24/7" made it`s way onto the GMT Top 100 chart to #24 & soon after that, their next single, "Jesus Died Like A Man" debuted at #1 on that same Chart. It remained there for 4 consecutive weeks (June 09) & later made it`s way onto the Christian Voice Magazine`s Top 100 Chart, where it climbed to #52 in the nation. (Mar 10). Their current single, "Heart Of The King" is currently at #87 on The Christian Voice Top 100 Chart for Aug 2010. Over the years, The Goodwins have shared the stage with such artists as The Freemans, The Singing Cookes, The Paynes (Mike Payne), The Kingsmen, Gold City etc. They have performed in such venues as Heritage USA (PTL Club) and have shared services with such speakers as internationally known minister, Jack Van Impe. Martha is an accomplished songwriter with many recorded songs to her credit. She is credited with such songs as, "Thats My Boy"(recorded by The Wilburns and more recently Cheryl Paige Edelmann), "Amen Corner", "24/7", "The Walk", "Jesus Died Like A Man" & many, many others. Some of todays most popular artists have recorded her songs. Their most recent projects to date include: "He gave Up Heaven" (1997, Eddie Crook Co), "The Walk" (1999, Eddie Crook Co) & their newest MorningStar Signature project, "Reflections". This new project contains all original material Martha`s pen. The Goodwins goals are to see souls saved & to see Christians uplifted. The Goodwins share songs, testimonies, laughter & tears with every congregation. They bring an energy to every performance that comes from a true love of what they do and the Savior that called them to do it. Their dynamic vocal ability combined with their unique songs assure a performance which brings something for every one! For more information contact THE GOODWINS at (304)989-3926 or (304) 989-3839. For booking information, contact The Goodwins at the numbers above or Torchlight Talent at (304) 755-4717.
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