“New” Gaither Vocal Band?

In numerous reviews and comments about the Gaither Vocal Band’s new lineup, I’ve seen them referred to as the new Gaither Vocal Band. Since I was curious whether this informal name change might catch on, I checked with Wes Hampton. He replied:

As far as I know, the name will remain the same. I have not heard any mention of using the word “new.”

It would have been an interesting move, coming full circle to the original name, but at this point in the group’s career, it probably just doesn’t make sense to re-brand the group.

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7 Responses to ““New” Gaither Vocal Band?”

1. Aaron Swain says:

   May 16, 2009 at 9:28 am

   I’d wondered that myself. Thanks for the post!

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2. David Bruce Murray says:

   May 16, 2009 at 4:37 pm

   See:
   http://www.marklowry.com/inside/ramblings/2009ramblings/rambling_1_2009.htm

   That initial info about the old members returning is what started people using the word “new.”

   Like you, I think it would be a great move for them to put “new” back on their CD covers.

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3. David Bruce Murray says:

   May 16, 2009 at 4:39 pm

   Actually, I guess you didn’t use the word “great.”

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4. connie Siders says:

   May 17, 2009 at 9:54 am

   Actually, the GVB sound is phenominal with the returning members. They are getting rave reviews and people who have seen them can’t wait to see them again. I have been to one and it was awesome. I know that word is overused but no other word says it better. They really are a new sound but they probably will drop the new. I’m in favor of using GGVB.

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5. Grigs says:

   May 17, 2009 at 10:49 pm

   Shouldn’t it be the Old Gaither Vocal Band? Just kiddin’….lol

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6. GospelMusicFan says:

   May 18, 2009 at 5:48 am

   Let’s take the middle position.
   How about “revamped.”
   It doesn’t sell as much “new” or “old.”
   It might be just as easy just to call it the Gaither Vocal Band.

   Remember, the cover might be different but what inside the package still has the constant message.

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7. Glenden,Thompson says:

   May 28, 2009 at 9:44 pm

   It was great indeed,but very sorry for the most powerfull singer
   Guy Penrod,My faourite singer,Place come back and sing with your group God has the greater’s plan for you!!

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