Double Take

Taylor Barnes serves as the bass player for the Band of Gold and has a long history in Gospel Music with storied artist such as The Singing Americans and The Hoppers. Taylor sat down to tell us all about his background and life to this point.Gold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - https://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

Dillan West is an absolute integral part of the Gold City day-to-day touring and production operation. Dillan has served as tour manager and front-of-house engineer for Gold City for several years, turning himself into someone regarded by industry peers as the very best.Gold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - https://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

Mike LeFevre is a Gold City alum, founder of The LeFevre Quartet, and a part of the legendary Gospel Music family, The LeFevres. Mike told us all about how he joined Gold City and immediately was a part of a signature song for the group to begin a historical run together. To learn more about LeFevre Quartet, visit thelefevrequartet.comGold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - https://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

Katie Erwin and her family have become mainstays not only in Gospel Music but in lifelong ministry. The Erwins are Dove Award winners and have been nominated for a Grammy. Katie told us all about their story and her life in the family ministry.To learn more about The Erwins, visit erwinministries.comGold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - https://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

Mark Mathes is a Worship Leader, Songwriter, and great friend to the genre of Gospel Music with songs recorded by Gold City, The Gaither Vocal Band, and his own family. We were able to talk recently about his life in the church and Gospel Music.To donate to the Caleb Reavis benefit, visit www.goodnewsoutreachministry.orgGold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - https://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

Jeff Tolbert & Primitive Road are fan favorites in the Gospel Music world because of their bluegrass style and unmistakable harmonies. Jeff sat down and talked about their particular style of music and his rich history in our genre.To learn more about Jeff, visit primitiveroadmusic.comGold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - https://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

We've made it to 50 EPISODES of Double Take The Podcast! To celebrate, Josh and Chris sat down to relive some of the highlights and memorable conversations from our first 50 episodes. Let us know what episode was your favorite.Gold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - https://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

The front four sat down to discuss our recent performance at the Memphis Quartet Show. This year was highlighted by our afternoon matinee "remaking" the original Double Take LIVE recording in its entirety.Gold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - https://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

Duane Garren is a Gospel Music concert promoter, emcee, radio personality, and long-time friend to Gold City and our entire genre. Duane has worn many hats during his time in the music business and joined us to talk about his career, family, and how he's doing his part to carry on our music.To learn more about Duane, visit duanegarren.comGold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - https://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

Chris and Josh chatted today about some of the musical influences that have shaped their style of singing and their personal taste with music.Gold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - http://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

Troy and Katy Peach both have a long history in Gospel Music and now serve together on staff at Hillcrest Baptist Church in Lebanon, Tennessee. We enjoyed hearing about their upbringing, how they met and the future of their new group, Peach Goldman.To learn more about Peach Goldman, visit peachgoldman.comGold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - https://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

The name Talley is synonymous in the Gospel Music world and is currently being carried on by Lauren Talley. Lauren joined Chris and Josh recently to talk about growing up on the road with her family and how those early influences shaped who she is today as one of the most popular soloists in our genre.To learn more about Lauren, visit laurentalley.comGold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - https://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

Jonathan Wilburn is a Gold City alum, founding member of The Wilburns, and a living legend in Gospel Music. He joined us to talk about his humble beginnings in the genre and how he became the lead singer for Gold City in 1996.To learn more about Jonathan, visit jonathanwilburn.comGold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - http://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

Singer-songwriter, Scotty Inman has already had a storied career in Gospel Music even at a young age and he sat down with us to talk about his unique history growing up around singing and ultimately developing his own style as a solo artist.To learn more about Scotty, visit scottyinman.comGold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - https://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

Scott Fowler, of Legacy Five, joined us today to tell stories and talk about his humble beginnings in Gospel Music and how an old friendship led to him joining the legendary Cathedral Quartet for their historic final ten years and farewell tour.To learn more about Legacy Five, visit legacyfive.comGold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - https://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

This DOUBLE-BACK episode with Michael Booth originally aired on June 20, 2025.For more info on Michael Booth, visit michaelboothonline.comGold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - http://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

Chris and Josh took a deeper look today at the songs of Sandy Knight and how she impacted the early years of Gold City as well as look forward to our special event to honor Sandy in South Carolina on May 30.To learn more about the 2026 Carolina Gold Gospelfest, visit goldcityevents.comGold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - https://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

Gold City tenor and Double Take Podcast co-host, Chris Jenkins, continues his personal story deep dive with Josh and tells more about his passion for the genre and the legacy of Gold City.Gold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - https://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

Matthew Gooch and Grant Gibson of Karen Peck & New River join us today to talk about life on the road with one of Gospel Music's most beloved groups. Matthew and Grant both have unique stories of their introduction to the genre and tell us all about what it means to them.To learn more about Karen Peck & New River, visit karenpeckandnewriver.comGold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - https://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

Ernie Haase has become a living legend in Gospel Music. From his historic run with The Cathedrals, appearances on the Gaither Gospel Series, to beginning the incredibly popular Signature Sound. Ernie tells us all about his humble beginnings and the path the Lord provided to allow him to live his dream. To learn more about Ernie, visit erniehaase.comGold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - https://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

Our very own Chris Jenkins sits down and gives a deep dive into his upbringing, family, and early childhood love of Gospel Music and Gold City.Gold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - https://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

Here's a DOUBLE-BACK re-release episode with Tim & Danny Riley originally aired June 13, 2025.Gold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - https://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

Ronny Hinson is an absolute legendary songwriter in our genre, having written numerous songs for Gold City and many other artists including his family, The Hinsons. Ronny is most known for writing the all-time classic hit, "The Lighthouse."Learn about Ronny at ronnyhinson.com.Gold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - https://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

The Rogers Family have come on the Gospel Music scene in recently with their incredible spirit-filled style and family blend of singing. Rebekah, Samuel, Hannah, and mom, Kim, joined us to tell all about their history and influences.Learn about The Rogers Family at rogersfamilymusic.com and get your tickets to see them at the 2026 GOLD CITY HOMETOWN GATHERING at goldcityevents.comGold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - https://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

Josh and Chris discuss our upcoming events in 2026 and detail some of the talent we're hosting this year.Learn about our upcoming events at goldcityevents.comGold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - https://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

Here's a DOUBLE-BACK re-release episode with Jeff Easter, originally aired June 5, 2025.Learn about Jeff & Sheri Easter at jeffandsherieaster.comGold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - https://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

Long-time BBQ pitmaster and friend of Gospel Music, Sam Jones, joined us to share all about his family's humble upbringing and the beginning of their legendary BBQ restaurants in North Carolina.Learn more about Sam at samjonesbbq.comGold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - https://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

Chris and Josh sat down together to discuss our latest Vault Series Release announcement of "Acapella Gold" and had a surprise guest join in on the conversation.Gold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - https://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

In part two of our conversation with Karen Peck Gooch we dig deeper into the beginnings of her awarded vocal group, New River, as well as her love of the genre and the people who make the music happen.Gold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - https://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

Beloved soprano vocalist and Gospel Music veteran, Karen Peck Gooch, sat down with us for a two-part conversation about her humble beginnings in our genre to her place with the legendary Nelons before starting the now renowned, New River.Gold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - https://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

We finally caught back up with our bass singer, Jeff Chapman, for part two of our deep dive into his background in Gospel Music and love for Gold City.Gold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - https://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

Multiple award-winning bass singer, Eric Bennett, joined us and we got to hear all about his roots in North Alabama and how he came to be singing bass for one of the top artists in our genre, Triumphant Quartet.Gold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - https://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

The front-line of Gold City talk all about 2025, personal highlights from the year, and take a look at what's ahead for the group.Gold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - https://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

Performers, Songwriters, Husband and Wife...Jim & Melissa Brady have carved their place in Gospel Music together over the span of an impressive career, each beginning with their family and we enjoyed hearing all about them both.

Even at a young age, Andrew Goldman has had quite the career already in Gospel Music which has included singing and production so we enjoyed hearing about all he's learned in the genre so far.Gold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - http://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

Legendary, iconic lead singer, Gold City alum, and trailblazer of the genre, Ivan Parker, talked with us and shared captivating insights on his early days in Gospel music and the rise of Gold City.Gold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - http://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

The Quartet Man and his Quartet son, Mark and Nick Trammell, talked with us in what will hopefully be a two-part series about their relationship and an unbelievably storied career. Gold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - http://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

Part two of our conversation with our baritone and leader, Daniel Riley, with even more incredible stories and insight. Gold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - https://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

This conversation with our baritone and leader, Daniel Riley, went in several directions and gave us some amazing detail and look behind the curtain of so many years and stories of Gold City. Gold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - https://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

Our very own bass singing machine, Jeff Chapman, took a deep dive with us for this podcast episode to tell all about his upbringing in the church and his long-time love of Gospel music and Gold City. Gold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - https://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

Alabama native and lead singer for the legendary Kingsmen Quartet, Cole Watson, sat down with us during National Quartet Convention and it was a great time to catch up and talk shop. Gold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - https://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

Gospel music's favorite soloist, Joseph Habedank, joined us recently on the Hits and Heritage Fall Tour to talk about his beginnings in the genre, coming into his own, and where his ministry is headed.Gold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - https://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

A very important role with a quartet is the bus driver and we took some time to share stories with our two, Perry Jones and Jesse Dodd. These guys are a vital piece to the Gold City operation.Gold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - https://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

One of the all-time favorite characters in Gospel Music, Scott Howard, joined us to tell stories of his time growing up in Louisiana, Legacy Five, and his front row seat to the last days of the legendary Cathedral Quartet.Gold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - https://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

Conner, Bailey, and Kennedy Hayes join us for Part 2 of our episode with The Mylon Hayes Family. These kids have had quite the upbringing in our music and their appreciation for that is remarkable.Gold City - goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - https://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

The Hayes Family have a rich tradition in Gospel Music from humble beginnings in Boone, North Carolina. We caught up with Mylon and Wendy and also the kids separately for two great conversations.Gold City - www.goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - https://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

Kevin Williams has such an extensive history in Gospel Music as a studio and live musician along with being a staple on the Gaither Homecoming series for over 30 years and we had such a great time hearing his story.

All the guys on the bus took some time recently to answer some questions from the listeners, talk about some favorites, as well as spend time doing what we all do...pick at each other.Gold City - www.goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - https://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

Musician, writer, producer, arranger, orchestrator, worship leader Cliff Duren wears many hats within the music world of the church and we loved hearing about his journey of ministry.Gold City - www.goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - https://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt

President of New Haven Records and long-time Gospel Music veteran, Ken Harding, shared with us his early beginnings in the music business which has included some illustrious stops along the way.New Haven Records - www.newhavenrecords.comGold City - www.goldcityministries.comFor all things Gold City - https://linktr.ee/thegoldcityqt