Christmas Message

My Favorite Time of Year

The Telestials have been in the studio recording a Christmas song. “My Favorite Time of Year” was written by group member, Caleb Brown. A children’s choir from east Tennessee came to the studio to help out. The song will be released to radio for the Christmas season, so call your local station and request it. It will also be available for download soon.

New CD…

The Telestials were in the studio cutting tracks for a new CD. Here is a taste of things to come…

The Starts At Night Are Big And Bright…

Deep in the heart of Texas. Our summer TX tour is wrapping up. Only 3 more concerts, then we are headed home! We have had some good singings & the weather hasn’t been all that bad. Matter of fact the weather is hotter back in Nashville than here in Texas?

I did have one moment of this trip that I feel I should go ahead and share with you before you see it on the gossip blogs or TMZ. When we first got to TX when stopped in Jasper, at a DQ, to get lunch. This is a DQ that we have stopped at several times. We stop there enough that the people working were saying “its the singers from TN.” As I got off the bus I took a small Wal-Mart sized bag of trash off the bus to throw in the dumpster. Then we all walked inside and placed our orders. While I was waiting for my order and man walked up to me and asked if I was on that bus. As I said yes, I noticed he was from the City of Jasper. He asked if he could speak to me outside. Now I assumed it was because of the way our bus was parked. When we got outside the man began to have an attitude. He said “the manager has called me and told me that you threw the trash from your bus into the dumpster.” I explained it was just a small bag and we have done that for years. He lets me know that what I did was a crime in Jasper, TX. I apologized and let him know that I had no clue. He points to the dumpster and says “can’t you read.” I said “yes I can, but there is no sign or any markings on that dumpster.”

It was at this point he showed me who was boss. “Boy, I have the power by the city of Jasper to fine you right now” he said. He went on to say “you have to options I can write you a fine or you can get your trash back out of the dumpster.” I told him I would just get the trash, that it was really not a big deal. You would think that it would be over, but as I am walking to get the trash back out of the dumpster he is making smart remarks to me? To make matters worse the dumpster was empty so I couldn’t just grab my trash. I had to dumpster dive. I looked so stupid with my legs hanging out of that dumpster…

So the trash is out of the dumpster and back on our bus. I go back into the DQ, wash my hands and wait for my order. About the time my food comes I hear a cop car. You have got to be kidding me! One of the employees asked “who called about the singers using our dumpster”? The manager spoke up, “I did, DQ pays for that dumpster and they can’t use it. Using our dumpster is a felony.” Holy cow, a felony!!! I was hoping that “felony” was the name of a new blizzard! The cop spoke to the City man outside while I just waited to be arrested. Then I heard another cop pull up. The swat team set-up base across the street. They placed snipers on the roof. I looked for a way out but they had the place surrounded! (I am teasing, of course, about the swat team and snipers. But I bet that was next)

The cop then came in to talk to the manager and then made her way to me. She (the cop) walked over and said “it has come to my attention that you have emptied some trash in that dumpster, is this correct?” I explained to her the size of the bag of trash and that we have always done that. She told me “you have two options, you can get the trash or I can write you a fine.” I told her “I already got the trash back out of the dumpster. I am a Southern Gospel singer, do you think I can afford to pay a fine?”

Once the cop heard I had already got the trash out it became clear that the City worker didn’t give the cop all the information. It sounded like the City worker told the cop that I was not being corporative or something. Needless to say, I didn’t eat a bite of my food. As I took my tray, full of food, to throw away I asked the cop… “Can I throw this away or do I need to take it back on the bus to TN?” She laughed and said “throw it away”

DQ will be getting a nicely worded letter from our group. To be included will be the Mayor of Jasper, the Governor of TX and if need be President Obama. No matter what, I can assure you of this… Scott Lucas will NEVER again eat at DQ in Jasper, TX! I have said my peace and counted to three!!!

-Scott

TELESTIALS FINDING SUCCESS IN EVERYTHING!

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – With almost 50 years in full-time music ministry the Telestials are still finding success. The groups latest single, Everything, was named the #7 New Release of January 2010 by the Singing News and is #35 on The Singing News Chart for May. Everything was produced by Southern Gospel great, Michael Sykes and can be found on the Telestials latest album, I Can Call Jesus. “This is probably one of the most powerful songs I have ever sang. What a hope to be reminded that when Jesus died on the cross, He gave us Everything”, says lead singer Scott Lucas.

 The Telestials have also been nominated for Album of The Year & Mixed Group of The Year in the 2010 Diamond Awards. “Knowing that the Diamond Awards are voted on by the fans makes being nominated a true honor”, says group founder Beth Glass. The Diamond Awards will be given out at the 2010 Branson Gospel Music Convention June 28^th thru July 2. For more information on the Diamond Awards and to vote for The Telestials visit http://www.sgnscoops.com

 For more on the group or booking information you can visit http://www.telestials.com

On The Road Again…

Sorry its been awhile since my last post. Busy, busy, busy. We are gonna be close to home this weekend. Going to be in Camden, TN at the House of The Lord Church at 6:30 PM Saturday night. I have a BIG fan at this church and I am looking forward to seeing him again. Look out Chase I am on my way!!! (Pictured left, Scott & Chase)
We are also going to be in Crossville, TN at Love Freewill Bapt Sunday morning at 11:00 AM. Looking forawrd to a great time with these great people. If you are near by come on out and see us!
Please keep us in your prayers as we travel sharing Gods love & Grace!!! See ya soon…

Telestials Release Everything

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – With almost 50 years in full-time music ministry the Telestials are still making a buzz in Southern Gospel music. The groups last single, Free, was #1 on GospelMusicTimes.com for 3 weeks straight. Free is currently #11 on the Christian Voice chart & #26 on The Singing News Chart.

The Telestials are now releasing there follow up single titled, Everything. Everything has already been named the #7 New Release of January 2010 by the Singing News. “This is probably one of the most powerful songs I have ever sang. What a hope to be reminded that when Jesus died on the cross, He gave us Everything”, says lead singer Scott Lucas.

Everything is being promoted to Southern Gospel radio through Spin-N-Motion’s November Compilation 2009. http://www.spin-n-motion.com. Everything was produced by Michael Sykes and can be found on the Telestials latest album, I Can Call Jesus.

For more on the group or booking information you can visit http://www.telestials.com.
You can also visit the group’s blog at http://www.telestials.wordpress.com

The Telestials will again be heading to Texas the end of the year. They will be singing in Ganado, Sinton, Victoria, Iola, Nursery, Rock Island, Alice, Houston, Huntsville and Rockport at the 15th Annual Rockport Gospel Music Festival. For more information on dates visit The Telestials web site, we would love to see you there.

Everything

Just got word that our latest single, Everything, is number 7 on the Singing News New Releases Chart! I don’t even know what to write, I am so at a loss for words. (This doesn’t happen often) From the day we recorded this song, I just felt God was going to do great things through this song. We sing this song every night & it touches people in so many ways.
In the mist of all of life’s mess, it’s good to be reminded “When I look at what He’s given up & what He’s given me. There’s so much more that I possess, this world will never see. So I can be contented, with whatever He provides. Because He gave me ALL I need, when He gave His life!”

Top 10 New Releases January 2010
1 I Keep Praying, McKameys
2 Grace Will Always Be Greater, Hoppers
3 Peace In The Shelter, Booth Brothers
4 That’s Why I Love Him So, Tribute Quartet
5 Little Bit Of Heaven, Isaacs
6 These Are They, Gaither Vocal Band
7 Everything, Telestials
8 When They Found Nothing, Legacy Five
9 A Good Heart, Ernie Haase & Signature Sound
10 One Of These Days, Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver

-Scott

One Way Flight

When Are We Coming Near You???

Many of you have asked, “what is the best way to know when the Telestials are going to be near me?” Well of course you can check our web site or you can sign up at Gospel Gigs. Gospel Gigs is a FREE site that emails you once a week, letting you know what Southern Gospel concerts are going to be in your area. This site will not only let you know when the Telestials are going to be in town, but also your other favorite Southern Gospel artist. So why are you still reading this, go sign up!!!

-Scott