Y’all, A Sweet Wake-Up Call: “Then Came the Morning” Is Here

Key Points:

– Country singer Ricky Nelson’s hit “Then Came the Morning” got a new spin as it was covered by two of our favorites: The Martins and Gaither Vocal Band.
– Marty Stuart provided the fiddle and mandolin accompaniments for The Martin’s version, making it sound more homespun and lively.
– “Then Came the Morning” was popularized by an opera singer, Bill Gaither, and despite the genre crossover, it fits like a glove in the hand of these gospel/country crooners.
– The Martins sang “Then Came the Morning” in Homecoming concerts all over the world, blessing people with its uplifting message.
– The Hope Singers also performed a great rendition of the song, showing the versatility and universal appeal of the track.

The Country Gospel Call of New Mornings

A time-tested favorite getting a bluegrass twist

Now, sugar, ain’t it just like good ole country gospel music to start a new day feelin’ fresher than a daisy kissin’ the mornin’ dew? “Then Came the Morning” has been given a good dusting off and a stylish new set of overalls, thanks to our pals The Martins and Gaither Vocal Band. It’s like pourin’ yourself a hot cup of joe, only to find it’s been jazzed up with some of grandma’s secret spice – unexpected, but darlin’, it hits just right.

Our fiddlin’ friend, Marty Stuart added some whimsy to the Martins’ version, sprinklin’ it with homespun, foot-tappin’ goodness. This song has had its fair share of travels, from the opera stage of Bill Gaither to global Homecoming concerts, it’s been dipped into so many music traditions it’s startin’ to look like a patchwork quilt!

And don’t forget about those Hope Singers, darlin’. They wrapped their harmonies around the song like Sunday mornin’ bacon around a green bean bundle – delightful as a fresh-baked pie on grandma’s windowsill. Just goes to show that “Then Came the Morning”, like any good country gospel, knows no boundaries.

To close my chitchat, sugarplums, the way these groups gave their own twang to “Then Came the Morning” is a testament to the song’s timeless charm. Bless their harmonizin’ hearts! I reckon it’s the musical version of a good old fashioned potluck – everyone brings something to the table, and honey, we’re all the better (and fuller) for it.



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