NEWS

12/15/06
Kenny Bishop Listed on Billboard Critic's Choice Top Ten Lists
NASHVILLE, TN - Staff and contributing writers at Billboard Magazine recently submitted their top ten favorite albums, singles and musical events for 2006 in the publication's annual Year In Music edition. Two of the staffers and writers placed Kenny's self-titled Daywind recording on their lists, with one listing the recording in the number one slot.

"I continue to be amazed, honored and thrilled at the opportunities this album has afforded me," Bishop said. "The Gospel, which is the message of grace without exception, cannot leave you unaffected."

Billboard Nashville Chart Manager Wade Jessen listed Bishop's first solo effort at the number four position, ahead of such artists as George Jones, Merle Haggard, Alan Jackson, Josh Turner and the McKameys. Jessen said of Bishop's recording, "Kenny reminds us that pulpits, steeples and pews have precious little to do with true redemption and mercy."

Deborah Evans Price, who is a contributing writer to Billboard Magazine and web site placed the recording in the number one spot, calling it "a compelling collection of songs about grace and mercy from an artist who has lived every line." Rounding out Price's list are Tracy Byrd, Bob Seger, the Oak Ridge Boys, Skillet, MercyMe, Alan Jackson, Newsboys, Alan Jackson, Brian Littrell, Bowling For Soup, Mark Schultz and others.

"There are so many gifted artists, so many amazing songs, there is so much talent and endless ways to express our stories and faith," said Bishop. "To be recognized among some of the most notable, even legendary names in music is a tremendous honor that I am very grateful for. I'll so my best to honor the God who has allowed me the tremendous opportunity to be among them.

The Billboard Magazine's Critics Choice edition (Dec. 23rd edition) is on newsstands now.

See the complete lists at www.billboard.com.