002 — Josh Feemster | Takin’ A Double Take

006 — Roland Kesterson | Where He Leads

In this episode of The Concert Attender Podcast, Riley Wheeler sits down with Roland Kesterson of The Inspirations aboard the Inspirations’ bus before a night of gospel music. Roland shares about growing up around gospel music, his salvation testimony, surrendering to preach, and the influence of his family through the years. Along the way, he reflects on the Set Apart years, joining The Inspirations, and navigating seasons of transition within one of Southern Gospel music’s most beloved groups. The conversation also touches on meeting his wife Nikki, memories of his father, stories from life on the road, and the relationships that have helped shape both his ministry and his life. More than anything, this conversation serves as a reminder that while we may not always understand where the road ahead will lead, the Lord remains faithful to direct our steps. Roland’s journey stands as a testimony to following God’s leading wherever He calls. Learn more about The Inspirations: https://www.theinspirationsquartet.com/ https://www.facebook.com/theinspirations/ Fan Page – https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1NWihzCNXV/ Follow The Concert Attender: YouTube – https://youtube.com/@TheConcertAttender Facebook – https://facebook.com/TheConcertAttender Instagram – https://instagram.com/TheConcertAttender

005 — Helen Rogers | A Living Legacy

In this episode of The Concert Attender Podcast, Riley Wheeler sits down with Helen Rogers of The Rogers Family for a special mini conversation centered around faith, family, and a lifetime spent serving the Lord through gospel music. Helen reflects on growing up in church, marrying Ray Rogers, and the early days of singing together as a family. Along the way, she shares memories of gospel music through the years, the influence of groups like The Chuck Wagon Gang, and why the old songs and old-time faith still mean so much to her today. The conversation also touches on family, traveling, favorite songs, funny moments on the road, and a moving testimony about seeing prayer answered within her own family. More than anything, this episode captures the heart and convictions of a woman who has spent her life pointing others toward Christ. Though shorter than most episodes, this conversation quickly became one of my personal favorites — and I have a feeling it won’t be our last. Learn more about The Rogers Family: https://www.rogersfamilymusic.com https://www.facebook.com/rogersfamilysoutherngospel Follow The Concert Attender: YouTube – https://youtube.com/@TheConcertAttender Facebook – https://facebook.com/TheConcertAttender Instagram – https://instagram.com/TheConcertAttender

004 — Will Lane | Simply Faithful

In this episode of The Concert Attender Podcast, Riley Wheeler sits down with Will Lane of the Mark Trammell Quartet before a night of gospel music in Rome, Georgia. Will shares about growing up in church, discovering his love for gospel music, and the moment the Lord called him into this ministry at a young age. Along the way, he reflects on his journey through groups such as the Anchormen, the LeFevre Quartet, and now the Mark Trammell Quartet. The conversation also touches on quartet influences, family life, traveling overseas with gospel music, and even how working at a funeral home has become another opportunity to minister to people during difficult seasons of life. Most of all, Will talks about the difference between simply having a job and being called to serve through gospel music. If you enjoy Southern Gospel music, quartet history, and the stories behind the songs, you’ll enjoy this conversation. Learn more about the Mark Trammell Quartet https://marktrammellministries.com Follow The Concert Attender YouTube – https://youtube.com/@TheConcertAttender Facebook – https://facebook.com/TheConcertAttender Instagram – https://instagram.com/TheConcertAttender

003 — Jeff Tolbert | Still Walking the Road

In this episode of The Concert Attender Podcast, Riley Wheeler sits down with Jeff Tolbert of Jeff Tolbert & Primitive Road before a night of gospel music in Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia. Jeff shares stories from a lifetime in gospel music — growing up in Mount Airy, North Carolina, traveling with the Easter Brothers as a teenager, and spending 27 years with the Primitive Quartet. Along the way, Jeff reflects on his time with The Isaacs, Jeff & Sheri Easter, and even a season traveling with Ricky Skaggs before the Lord opened the door for the next chapter of his ministry. Jeff also shares his salvation testimony, the legacy of the Primitive Quartet, and the heart behind Jeff Tolbert & Primitive Road as they continue carrying these songs and this ministry forward. If you enjoy Southern Gospel music, acoustic gospel, and the stories behind the songs, you’ll enjoy this conversation. Learn more about Jeff Tolbert & Primitive Road: https://primitiveroadmusic.com https://facebook.com/JeffTolbertPrimitiveRoad Follow The Concert Attender: YouTube – https://youtube.com/@TheConcertAttender Facebook – https://facebook.com/TheConcertAttender Instagram – https://instagram.com/TheConcertAttender

002 — Josh Feemster | Takin’ A Double Take

In this episode of The Concert Attender Podcast, Riley Wheeler sits down with Josh Feemster of Gold City before a night of gospel music to talk about his journey through Southern Gospel music and the path that led him to one of the genre’s most beloved quartets. Josh shares stories from growing up in North Alabama surrounded by gospel music, learning to play drums as a child, and eventually discovering his calling as a singer. He also talks about the influence of shape note singing and the Alabama School of Gospel Music, a tradition that helped shape his ear for harmony and love for quartet music. Along the way, Josh reflects on his years traveling with Gary Jones and Mercy’s Mark, his time singing tenor with Legacy Five, and the vocal training that expanded his range and shaped his approach to singing. Josh also shares about the moment in 2015 when he fully surrendered his life to Christ, and how the Lord eventually opened the door for him to join Gold City, bringing his journey full circle with one of the most influential groups in Southern Gospel music. The conversation also touches on Double Take: The Podcast, the stories behind Gold City’s music, and what lies ahead for the group as they continue carrying forward the legacy of quartet music. If you enjoy Southern Gospel music, quartet history, and the stories behind the songs, you’ll enjoy this conversation. Learn more about Gold City https://goldcityministries.com https://youtube.com/@GoldCityQuartet Follow The Concert Attender YouTube – https://youtube.com/@TheConcertAttender Facebook – https://facebook.com/TheConcertAttender Instagram – https://instagram.com/TheConcertAttender