Donnie's efforts are devoted to relating, to all who bear witness, the joyful message in both "Word and song" that God loves them and desires greatly to be their closest and most reliable companion and that thru Christ, life is victoriously possible. hes going, dont get so caught up in where youre going that you lose Southern Gospel Music is the most exciting, stimulating form of music in the center of everything we do. Being greatly gifted as a writer, Donnie is among the list of America 's most renowned inspirational composers, having made numerous contributions to what is considered to be sacred music's standard repertoire. Sumner sang in five quartets and was a member of the Blackwood Brothers during their 1950s heyday. From time to time Elvis would request that Donnie sing one of his "own" original love songs. Charlie (Hodge) would call from time to time to see how I was doing. You can hit the bottom in the presidency or you can hit the bottom on skid row. in 2004. I always and worked out my own salvation with fear and trembling and I have my own Hawaii - Rehearsal Concert" in 1973. Off the road I spent the rest of that day totally stunned by the news. He wiped me out.". Consequently, Southern Because he was tall (six foot five) and dignified, it was doubly funny to see him running around on stage, and he even released an album of his comedy routines. my ministry more than anybody by the way that he raised me, by his lifestyle this side of Heaven. J.D. not my better half, shes my best most. Able to hit the double low C, Sumner was once listed in the Guinness Book of Records as the worlds lowest bass singer. In 1949, Sunny South manager Horace Floyd relocated the quartet to Orlando, but Sumner stayed behind in Tampa where he maintained the sponsorship and started a new group, the Dixie Lily Harmoneers, which he sang with for a few months. In 1972 Donnie resigned from the Stamps Quartet and organized his own group, which was to become known as VOICE INC. With the new groups rising success came the opportunity for nearly a year to become resident members of Nashville 's famous "GRAND OLE OPRY". Donald SumnerDonald "Donnie" Sumner, of Adel, Ga., died March 25, 2020.He was born March 3, 1953, to Alma and Orba Sumner.He was a Glynn County firefighter and a painter.He is survived by his wife, Au children, and my grandchildren to be proud of and to be worthy of their Who are the family members of Donnie Sumner? encouragement to memorize scripture and the fundamental beliefs that he Having retired from what he refers to as "Show Business", for the next three years Donnie endeavored to create a secular music firm in Nashville , Tennessee under the banner of SPIRIT AND ASSOCIATES. . When I told Elvis that I would like to resign, he said, Id like to do that, too. I was For over . Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. I probably spend 40-60 hours a week in the studio during a four-day period. The cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional". Then there came a Favorites. They split their time between Atlanta and Wheeling, West Virginia with the occasional trip to Hollywood to sing in Western movies. came down into a squat and turned my back to the audience. That story and many, many others are shared in In the Shadow of Kings (see the Boomerocity review of it here). Well, Ill start by telling you my brother-in-law was terminal. of the program, but I think my face was redder underneath that make-up a period of about six or seven months, 20-30,000 times. Jennifer: If you could send someone back Boomerocity.com is a website dedicated to the cultural interests of the Baby Boomer Generation. I made love, and in amid all of that be the kind of person that God would wish Elvis said on several occasions that Sumner was his favourite gospel singer and when they were together, it was Elvis who was in awe of him. Presley hired Sumner & The Stamps as his back-up singers in 1971. Favorite Musician: Anthony Burger If we do this, everything will come Gospel music is my life.". out there by myself and I bumped into a song by Bill Gaither called Joy [10], In 1964, Sumner founded the Gospel Music Association with James Blackwood. Imagine this: Youve got what would appear to be one of the sweetest gigs in the world: singing back-up for Elvis Presley! Christian Rehab Centers this side of the Mississippi River. However, what is not debatable is the fact that, a) Elvis did sing a lot of gospel music while with friends and, b) that, among those friends was a gentleman by the name of Donnie Sumner who was one of Elvis back-up singers. them down to cut the song off with the soundtrack. get a blessing out of my music. I had to ask Sumner if his friendship with Elvis was harmed by his departure or, for that matter, what his Uncle J.D.s reaction was. Donnie's professional career began in the early sixties. When I called him up at his Hendersonville, Tennessee, recording studio, he was in the midst of mixing a new album for a southern gospel quartet. About half Ive got a brand new life. the testimony of everyones life. brought me into their life has always been a thread that I could hold on These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. and its probably one of the best records Ive ever done. Rock n, Retro pop culture interviews & lovin something fierce sustain this University of Georgia Master of Agricultural Leadership alum. People never talked about J.D.s Christianity but all the examples of Christianity he possessed in great quantity. J.D. You dont have to squall and bawl, have a fit and fall back in it. As part of J.D. I never talked to J.D. It was either die or start over and I chose to start over.. Donnie also answers to Donnie H Sunmer, Donnie H Sumner, Don H Sumner, Donnie Summer and Donnie M Sumner, and perhaps a couple of other names. Its at that point that I lay aside all my stage skills, all my humor and just tell them the cold, hard facts. The deal included the brand name, the Stamps Quartet, and Sumner developed this, transforming a little-known group into one of America's leading white gospel groups. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance". I commented that it took a lot of courage to quit a gig like that. have 150 beds, a trained staff of physicians, their own cafeteria, and J.D. of my Father I have made known unto you. Learn to trust Him, go Sumner not only sang at Elvis' funeral but had previously sung at the funeral of Elvis' mother Gladys in 1958. the road, Im either driving or writing music while my wife drives. out of a less than pleasant situation and put me in a Godly home that taught Because of the still-incredible appeal of Elvis Presley 35 years after his death, I asked Sumner if felt that people got the real message of his ministry as he intends it or are they emotionally responding to the memory of Elvis. The only personal responses have been how much they appreciate portraying the human, funny side of Elvis rather than all the negative stuff and they appreciate how I handle the subject of drugs and Christianity in the book. Then, after I bit on that hook of that serious answer, Donnie glided in with the rest of his answer . As I stood up, I very in each line. Donnie boldly and sincerely proclaims, nation-wide the "good news" that "IN JESUS THERE IS A NEW LIFE, AN ABUNDANT LIFE AND THE ASSURANCE OF ETERNAL LIFE". He is also all over Moody Blue, Elvis' final studio LP released . I just wanted to get out of the drugs and see if I could live. In 1965 he became the lead vocalist and arranger for J. D. Sumner and the STAMPS QUARTET and continued in this position for nearly eight years. Im working. Theres nuts out there everywhere.. Elvis had thoughts of joining the group himself and, in 1955, shortly after making his first records, he appeared in a gospel concert with them. ALTHOUGH ELVIS Presley was the King of Rock'n'Roll, he was also a leading gospel singer and he won Grammys for his sacred recordings. Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies. Yeah, special. Donnie Sumner is 80 years old and was born on 12/04/1942. In the last six or seven "[6], For 18 years, Sumner held the Guinness World Record for recording the lowest bass note. That may be true, but both Sherill Nielsen and Ed Enoch claim the same thing. and Hymns. Except for a night that she stayed in the hospital [3] While he was with the Blackwoods, Sumner brought the idea of traveling cross country in a tour bus rather than flying, and was the first professional musical group to do so in any genre. The other one was March 6, 1970, when Only the big ones. Sumner Redstone's birth name is Sumner Murray Rothstein. That same spinning of survival after death has been around for years. Thats it. but an inspirational and a life-changing form of music. Since childhood his favorite form of entertainment has been "GOSPEL MUSIC" with styles ranging from "Foot-stompin' - hand-clappin' revival tunes" to what has become known in today's market as contemporary sacred music. At Jesus' birth, God lit the night sky to make his announcement. Sumner shared a couple of stories of some of the people his life has touched. called he called about one oclock in the afternoon on the day Elvis died I really didnt think that Elvis was dead. for me to be. There is an anointing on fishing, and I love to fish. When the rest of Vaudeville died out, Southern Gospel After both of us laughing very hard at that comment, Donnie added, Yeah, I am absolutely positive that he is dead. about what he thought when I left but he was certainly proud of me. He used to talk a lot in the living room of all the funny ways he was going to disappear and what he was going to do while he was gone. The biological second cousin of legendary bass singer J D Sumner, Donnie was adopted at an early age by J D's brother and typically referred to J D as his uncle. One of the heavy Well, I piddled at it for eight or nine years and then I took about three months off and concentrated on it, finished it up and got it out. Before moving to Donnie's current city of Hendersonville, TN, Donnie lived in Lebanon TN. to fall. In 1965 he became the lead vocalist and arranger for J. D. Sumner and the STAMPS QUARTET and continued in this position for nearly eight years. Sumner was inducted into the Gospel Hall of Fame as an individual in 1983 and with the Stamps earlier this year. I wouldve dug a ditch just to get straight and live. Then he was going to come back and freak everybody out. Not only that, but Elvis really considers you a close friend. years, Ive probably done 20-25 free albums for ministers that Ive bumped On my life, My However, "A Musician by Profession - God's Child by Forgiveness - Bearer of Good News by Calling ", Donnie Sumner, raised the son of a minister, is no new comer to the world of. that is currently on once a week, but hopefully I can get it up to five would have robbed me of my life, my health, and my possessions. Its one of the finest Geraldo asked him if he was certain that Elvis was dead. He is included in The Guinness Book of Records as the world's lowest bass singer. Those were three beautiful days. my wife. Theres a lot of ways to be a help to somebody and Ill proudly use all of them.. Donnie Sumner. I got it made. Having retired from what he refers to as "Show Business", for the next three. I have more books on the subject of Elvis than I do any other singular subject and thats after having lost one or two of them. Id like to go back somewhere and do what I want to do but I gotta keep on being Elvis. I turned around and walked out of the hospital. 19 Nov 1924 Lakeland, Polk County, Florida, USA, 16 Nov 1998 (aged 73) Myrtle Beach, Horry County, South Carolina, USA, Woodlawn Memorial Park and Mausoleum Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee, USA Show Map. You dont have to put on a football helmet and run at the gates of Heaven. He acknowledged his employer's generosity and indeed, Elvis gave him a Lincoln automobile, a silver watch and a $40,000 diamond ring. in 1983. My most embarrassing moment Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. miles by land. [citation needed] Presley was 19 and had shown up at a concert but did not have the money to get in; Sumner found out about it and told Presley anytime he wanted to come in to find him and he would admit him at any place they were singing. Southern Gospel John Daniel Sumner, nicknamed Jim Dandy or J.D., was born in Lakeland, Florida in 1924. Ive changed careers several times in my life and every time I did, I had no other choice. God said that He wasnt going to remember my sins. Music became an entity of its own. It was exciting and I think Im going to tell my friends what a great program he does.. Elvis would then get on the phone and say, I understand. Watch current interviews with music and entertainment icons and influencers of the baby boomer generation as well as rising stars in music. How do I say this? About Donnie Sumner. Having devoted over forty years of his own life to the world of music, Donnie has carried on the tradition of others in his family who have also made their mark in this industry. If he was still alive, first of all, he would've never let anything happen to his close friends. Played himself in "Elvis: The Yep, I dressed him. In 1954 a leading gospel group based in Memphis, the Blackwood Brothers Quartet, lost two members in a plane crash and Sumner joined the group as their bass singer. and put all forms of music in front of them with the greatest of performers Donnie's Mother mad the best Chicken ans Dumplings! In 1972 Donnie resigned from the Stamps Quartet and organized his own group, which was to become known as VOICE INC. With the new groups rising success came the opportunity for nearly a year to become resident members of Nashville 's famous "GRAND OLE OPRY". He said, I am absolutely certain. I hope that, while theyre there, they think, Boy! I asked Sumner what his reactions and thoughts were on that fateful day. Geraldo said, Why are you so sure? He said, If he wasnt dead, he woulda done killed Michael Jackson.. After the Stamps Quartet disbanded in 1980, Sumner with Hovie Lister, Jake Hess, Rosie Rozell, and James Blackwood formed the Masters V as a special consolidation of members of the Blackwood Brothers Quartet and Statesmen Quartet. Jennifer: Please tell me about any additional This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. It does not store any personal data. John Daniel Sumner (November 19, 1924 November 16, 1998) was an American gospel singer, songwriter, and music promoter noted for his bass voice, and his innovation in the Christian and Gospel music fields. After enjoying dizzying success with the King of Rock and Roll, Sumner was ready to end his life. in my life was when I was on National television, on prime time, on the He said, Donnie, what do you want them to say about you when they pass by and look at you? I said, Ed, I truly hope that somebody looks down at me and says, Golly! Donnie was also afforded the honor of having a solo appearance in the Elvis documentary, " ELVIS ON TOUR" in which he was featured on the gospel song, "THE LIGHTHOUSE". Leave it to Elvis. Favorite Soloist: David Phelps I had no idea what I was going to do when I quit the one I was in.. I was in a revival. ), Donnie found time to write a book. It was from such occasions that Elvis eventually came to record two of Donnie's country songs. Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet. Devoting his life style during this period to faithful discipleship and growing in the "grace and knowledge" of his new found "Lord", Donnie served as "Praise Leader" for one of Nashville's leading "Full Gospel" churches. Touched Me, simply by reason of the fact that this song probably comes Shortly thereafter, Presley recorded a demo at Sun Records in Memphis which launched his legendary rock and roll career. When Im on THE MINISTRY If you sit at a piano and hit the further key on the left, its two notes below that. can in the hope that I can sufficiently have impact on their lives to change was a take off or the stepchild of the Vaudeville era. Its some of my favorite songs and I did 12-voice I just kind of very casually swept my hand in front I had no idea. . Donnie shares the story in his book about why, while singing with one of the most beloved, historic and recognizable people in the world even in the history of the world he decided to quit and with nothing else to fall back on. In December of 1979 with the encouragement and blessings of his Pastor, Donnie relinquished his music company to his Brother and business partner and yielded his life and talents to total Christian service and entered into full time "ministry". What deficiency causes a preterm infant respiratory distress syndrome? Sumner and the Stamps Quartet tenor Bill Baize, lead Donnie Sumner, bassist J.D. . studio and I love it and spend a lot of time in there. Sumner is a great storyteller as you'll soon see, and he is currently finishing up his autobiography, entitled In The Shadow of Kings. He always stressed the positive side of Presley's personality and never admitted that Elvis took anything other than prescription drugs. OWNER AND MANAGER at Donnie Sumner is presently Donnies occupation. (Sumner, Donnie's legendary uncle and bass singer for Elvis) was on the Geraldo show. developed his way of talking, not as deep as he does it, but for all practical mini-revival, but for the most part I just work Sundays. Thats the gospel truth! Thats what killed him to start with was that he thought he was losing it. Geraldo asked him if he was certain that Elvis was dead. J.D. things that is going to be on my web page when it is finished is going Previous to Donnies current city of Hendersonville, TN, Donnie Sumner lived in Lebanon TN. in the studio, Im either helping my wife in the flowers or Im fishing. The lineup of Fred Daniel on tenor, Ed Wallace on lead, Ace Richman on baritone, and J. D. on bass continued on for five years until June 30, 1954. My main time is spent in the studio. Sumner And The Stamps, Donnie Sumner both toured and recorded with Elvis. Of course, since that time I have done my own study I had the hairdresser come in and we fixed his hair and I had so-and-so cosmetologist come in and put on his make-up. I asked him all these questions and he convinced me by the answers that he gave that it really was Elvis and that he was dead. . Years later, Presley would try out for The Songfellows Quartet, a group associated with The Blackwood Brothers, though did not receive an invitation to join. confirmed those visible answers to the point that, if it was not Elvis in that casket, it was the greatest make-up job and greatest wax dummy ever known ever in human existence.. At the end of "Nearer My God To Thee", Elvis says, "I was singing bass, but J.D. Jennifer: What is your most embarrassing He looked distinctive with his grey hair and hand cupped over his ear as though he were receiving personal messages from the Saviour. I was a scoundrel. voice here and there. They J.D. They write me all the time and I dont even respond. I dont care what kind of music you throw on stage He didnt say that I wasnt!. Copyright 2023 Quick-Advice.com | All rights reserved. After Elvis Presley died thirty years ago this August, like many fans, I devoured every book and article that I could find and afford to learn more about the man. Web Site at: http://www.jennifercampbell.net. I reserve Tuesday-Friday for my home life and I try to always leave on And I want them to understand that I did, in fact, work with Elvis. Celebrating the Life of Donnie Sumner - YouTube 0:00 / 12:14 Celebrating the Life of Donnie Sumner Ryan Sumner 60 subscribers Subscribe 107 Share 11K views 2 years ago This video. What happened to Donnie Sumner? Sumner, the deep voice who can be heard prominently on Elvis's posthumous chart-topper, "Way Down". an upswing. My only desire is to cause somebodys life to be better because I passed through it. External links are provided for reference purposes. thing in life is what youre going to do when you draw that last one. As I did, I just Donnie is the nephew of the late J. D. Sumner, nationally acclaimed as the worlds lowest bass singer. Both Donnie and J. D. were closely associated with the late Elvis Presley on both his stage appearances and his recordings. Shortly after Elvis's death, Sumner and the Stamps released a tribute album, Elvis Has Left The Building (1977), and there were two further albums, Elvis's Favourite Gospel Songs (1977) and Memories Of Our Friend Elvis (1978). Need addtional information, permission to use an article/picture, and/or advertise on boomerocity.com. the bottom line is that Southern Gospel Music is the only form of music Favorite Song: He Touched Me preacher and growing up with that lifestyle and probably the greatest example like him, and look like him. J. D. sang with the Blackwood Brothers Quartet from 1954 until 1965. to put all of my radio shows on there, so people can listen to them. Sumner left behind his show-business career and created another music firm in Nashville. out in August. John Daniel Sumner (November 19, 1924 - November 16, 1998) was an American gospel singer, songwriter, and music promoter noted for his bass voice, and his innovation in the Christian and Gospel music fields. Is donnie sumner dead? Structural Info. Weeping only lasts for the night. I probably sung that thing, over Said Sumner: "I have never seen a man suffer as much or grieve as much as he did at the loss of his mother.". Get you a big dream, go for it, nobody can stop you. Donnie Sumner is a Southern Gospel singer and songwriter. those videos. If he was still alive, first of all, he would've never let anything happen to his close friends. The drug culture "[citation needed] Sumner also stated that Elvis "had no idea that he was killing himself with his medications, he felt as long as he was doing what the Doctor was OK with, he was staying within the bounds. For the next three years Donnie was a constant houseguest, companion and arranger and associate musician to his friend Elvis. He (Presley) would fire you for using marijuana, he detested cocaine, and barely approved of me drinking. Most of the acts were male quartets featuring four- part harmonies. Donnie sang lead with the Stamps Trio, J D Sumner And The Stamps, and Voice. Tour" in 1972. Both Donnie and J. D. were closely associated with the late ELVIS PRESLEY on both his stage appearances and his recordings. Donnie Sumner is a Southern Gospel singer and songwriter. In 1956 the Blackwood Brothers Quartet found national acclaim when they won Arthur Godfrey's television talent show. them into what they would wish to be and would be something for Gods glory. But, without a doubt, J.D. He was also a notable gospel songwriter and among his compositions are "The Old Country Church", "Crossing Chilly Jordan", "He Means All The World To Me", "Inside The Gate" and "Lord, Teach Me How To Pray". Nielsen was an established anchor in the gospel world and a three-time inductee of the Gospel Music Hall of Fame, having been a member of Jake Hess and the Imperials, Hovie Lister and the Statesmen, and the Singing Speer Family. Sumner, additional bassist Richard Sterban of future Oak Ridge Boys fame . [citation needed], In a 1990 interview with Geraldo Rivera, Sumner contradicted many myths regarding Presley's substance abuse, namely that Presley was a heavy drinker and used illicit substances. most is to touch as many lives with the Good News of the Gospel as I possibly This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Hes got a good voice. That is exactly what Donnie Sumner did. My life was still messed up. They would . Elvis, naturally, is irreplaceable but so is Sumner; few singers can hit the lowest G on the piano. programs a week. A simple quote is in my book: If you eat a bowl of cherries, the only thing youve got left is the pits and too much candy will make you sick. I had lost my voice, my family and I had absolutely come to the end and I had to make a change. If youve ever been around more than just one or two Presley fans at a time like, say, at Graceland you will know right away that among the mostly sane and normal people, there are a few who are, ah, heck! Couple those people in certain religious environments and you definitely have an environment for interesting stories ripe for the picking. Southern Classics. A Prayer for Joy Unspeakable - Your Daily Prayer - December 9. Well, Ill start by telling you when J.D. Jesus said, Lo, I am with you and thats where Im gonna stay!, In sharing his goals for the future, Sumner said, The goal for the rest of my life is to keep doing what Ive been doing as long as I can do it and help as many people as I can in any way I can. Sumner was inducted into the Gospel Hall of Fame as an individual in 1983 and with the Stamps earlier this year. Sumner died while on tour with The Stamps Quartet, three days before his 74th birthday, on November 16th, 1998. I thank my mom and dad There was no between Miami, Tampa, Orlando and Jacksonville there was not one single charter service nor commercial flight available for a trip to Memphis. Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features. I would say "[citation needed] Presley's death hit Sumner hard and The Stamps sang at Presley's funeral and Sumner credits Presley with saving his own life by intervening with his own alcohol use. Thats pretty much my time. He was a giant of a man, physically, spiritually, emotionally, and domestically. THE ELVIS YEARS was the greatest influence on my life musically. He did and was now my youth minister at the church I was an associate at! Retrieved May 16, 2020, from Donnie Sumner website: http://www.donniesumner.com/about_donnie.asp. And, then, Ive got one thats his daughter and Joe Moscheo and Red and Sonny West abused her all of her life. Bye.. He didnt wear his salvation on his arm sleeve. [citation needed] After Sumner's death, lead singer Ed Enoch,[5] a member of the Stamps since 1969, took over the group and renamed it "Ed Enoch and the Golden Covenant. before me, byhis When he returned to live performances in 1969, he hired yet another gospel group, the Imperials, featuring one of his favourite singers, Jake Hess. The next morning, I called J.D. still up and running. I asked Donnie for his thoughts on his legendary uncle. Net Worth. Donnie Sumner, raised the son of a minister, is no new comer to the world of Christian music. a grip on reality. In 1962, J. D. Sumner became the manager of the Stamps Quartet, and three years later, he left the Blackwood Brothers to sing with them. Ive got a couple of people who talk to Elvis all the time. I was a brand-new Christian trying to get off drugs. The only thing that would make my life any better Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. In 1970, while with the Stamps, Donnie received the Gospel Music Association's prestigious DOVE AWARD for "Gospel Song of the Year" with his composition, "THE NIGHT BEFORE EASTER". There was only one sinless life and he died so that I could get over mine.. Ive But I never talked to Elvis again face-to-face. cue card about twenty-five feet from the stage. That was the last time I ever talked to him face-to-face. I tried to make car arrangements. It was Humbards contention that southern gospel music had the same effect on Elvis. Donnie is the nephew of the late J. D. SUMNER, nationally acclaimed as the "world's lowest bass singer." Gospel Music, we were doing Country and Western swing songs, love ballads, in my life. is owned and operated by a cousin of mine. for that. The group's only UK appearance came when they opened for Jerry Lee Lewis in 1980. People look at me now and say, Oh, Brother Sumner, youre a true warrior of the cross! They dont see me in the gutter down on Broadway in Nashville, drunk, stoned and passed out. He's very much alive! my daughter was born. Three years later relinquished that company to his brother and business partner and devoted his life to full time Christian ministry. My daddys name is Russell Sumner and my During his tenure of service as a "Stamp", Donnie was also awarded the SESAC AWARD as "Best Country Songwriter" in 1969 and was nominated in 1970 for a GRAMMY AWARD by the National Academy of Recording Arts and Science (NARAS) in the category of "Country Song of the Year for his work entitled "THE THINGS THAT MATTER". Comes in the Morning. Hold on my child, joy comes in the morning. I was aware that, among the things that keep the sixty-nine year young singer very busy was his recording studio and production work. 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