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Sylvia Johns Ritchie Releases Song & Video
Tuesday, October 05 2021

Sylvia Johns Ritchie released a new single and video for "Burnin' It Up for Your Love" and we've included it for you below. Producer J.K. Loftin of Cape Fear Studios says: "Just released today and so glad to see so many people enjoying this! The video by Tony Murnahan with Stwrongtone Media finally dropped, along with the single, just after Sylvia was nominated for her talents as Female Vocalist and Rising Star for this year by the Carolina Beach Music Association. And, those are not song specific awards, just acknowledgements of her talent and it's impact. If you are preparing to vote for keep all that in mind, especially as you watch this killer video. She is truly deserving! Features R Mark Black on sax, Frank Mills on bass, Rick Murray on drums and yours truly on guitar, and as producer and engineer. Everyone involved poured it on thick, hot and heavy! You're gonna love it! You can shag or line dance to it and we hope you do!"

Great job Sylvia, we love the song and video and we'd like to also congratulate on your nominations for the 2021 Carolina Beach Music Awards. We look forward to seeing you in November and good luck on all of your categories.

 

Community mourns the loss of Michael Jumper
Tuesday, September 28 2021

We were so sorry to read the news that many were sharing about the passing of Michael Jumper. He was well loved and created so many memories for Beach Music fans through his photography shared on the O.D. Mafia website and social media platforms. We send our condolences to Michael's family, friends and the O.D. Mafia family along with our prayers for all of you. Below the obituary you will find a link if you'd like to sign his guest book on the funeral home website.

Obituary:
COLUMBIA - Michael was born on October 18, 1955 in Columbia, SC to the late Henry Francis Jumper, Jr. and Frances VanBenthuysen Hopkins. Michael passed away on Saturday, September 25, 2021 at the age of 65. In addition to his mother, Michael is survived by his three children (David M. Jumper, Sara K. Jumper, and Amy M. Jumper), three brothers (Henry, Van, and Chris Jumper), two sisters (Heath Cathwright and Catherine Render), and a very large extended family.

Michael was a 1975 graduate of Spring Valley High School, and attended The University of South Carolina. He was employed with Rotech, providing medical equipment. He loved photography, shrimping, shag dancing, and was a Carolina Gamecock fan. Michael was a friend to all and loved the beach. In lieu of flowers, please make any memorial contributions to the Ocean Conservatory at https://oceanconservancy.org/ or Camp Kemo at https://bit.ly/2Y2x1Uu

A visitation will be held on Sunday, October 3, 2021 from 5:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Dunbar Funeral Home, Devine Street Chapel. A funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, October 4, 2021 at the funeral home. There will also be a livestream of the service on Dunbar Funeral Home – Devine’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/DunbarDevine. A private graveside funeral service for family only will follow. Memories may be shared at www.dunbarfuneralhomedevine.com

Click Here to Sign the Guestbook

Congratulations to the Nominees!
Saturday, September 25 2021

On Friday, September 24, 2021 the 2021 nominees for the Carolina Beach Music Academy were announced on 94.9FM The Surf. A special party was held LIVE at HOTO's in N. Myrtle Beach, South Carolina with Peter Carpenter, Mike Worley, Bo GIlbert, Jim Morgan, Jim Shafer, Harold Ballard and a host of special guests. We have ;listed the results for you below as listed on the Carolina Beach Music Academy website

Female Vocalist:
Deb Browning
Karen Clayton (Castaways)
Lesa Hudson (Rick Strickland Band)
Rhonda McDaniel
Sylvia Johns Ritchie (Class Act Band)
Sharon Woodruff (The Main Event Band)

Male Vocalist:
Dustin Ahkoui (Band of Oz)
Gary Lowder (Smokin’ Hot)
Rick Strickland (Rick Strickland Band)
Steve Long (Too Much Sylvia)
Glenn Tippett (Cat5 Band)
Chuck French( Band of Oz)

Rising Star
Deb Browning
Sharon Hyler Woodruff
Dana Jones & The Bruce Caldwell Project
Sylvia Johns Ritchie
The Pink Slips Band

Song of the Year
"All You Get From Love Is A Love Song” Band of Oz
“Buzzin’ & Swingin’” Jim Quick & Coastline
“I Wanna Go Back” Too Much Sylvia
" Let Me Be The One” Teri Gore
“Sunny Days” Lesa Hudson
“The Beach & The Boulevard” Cat5 Band

National Dance / Shag Song
"Cool Out Baby" Billy Vera
"Freight Train" Lomax & Koffee Black
“Get It, Get It” Ms. Jody
"I Can Change Your Mind" James Hunter
“If I Hock My Guitar” Delbert McClinton

Group Album of the Year
“Blow Away” Cat5 Band
“Change The World” Gary Lowder & Smokin’ Hot
“Revival” Jim Quick & Coastline
“Those Summer Days” Carolina Blue Dots
“Together” The Embers ft Craig Woolard

Solo Album of the Year
“Both Sides” Billy Bazemore
“My Love Is Your Love (Forever)” Jackie Gore
“Still Dreaming’” Doyle Wood

Entertainer of the Year
Craig Woolard w/ Embers feat. Craig Woolard
Dustin Ahkoui w/ Band of Oz
Gary Lowder w/ Gary Lowder & Smokin’ Hot
Jim Quick w/ Jim Quick & Coastline
Lesa Hudson w/ Rick Strickland Band
Tim Clark w/ Tim Clark Band

Smoothie of the Year
"All You Get From Love Is A Love Song” Band of Oz
“Dream Come True” Rick Strickland
"Hello Stranger" The Main Event Band
“Just Like Falling In Love" Gary Lowder & SH
“Something Said Love” Cat5 Band

Compilation Album of the Year
“A Little More Love” Patman & Robin
“Love Never Felt So Good” KHP Music
“Pink Beach House” Sand City Prod.
“Take A Ride With Me" KHP Music
“Which Way To The Beach” KHP Music

Radio DJ (Ted Bell Award)
Andy Lucy 860 AM / WEVA Emporia, VA
Eric Bowman 99.1 FM / WDZD Monroe, NC
Fred Rouse Beach, Boogie & Blues Greenville, NC
John Barkley (Johnny B) 91.7 FM / WSGE Dallas, NC
Justin Rouse Beach, Boogie & Blues Greenville, NC
Mike Brooks 98.3 FM / WLUS Oxford, NC
Mike Worley 94.9 FM / WVCO Loris, SC
Pat Patterson 96.5 FM / WPCC Clinton, SC

Internet DJ
John Hall RIPTIDE Radio
Johnny B RIPTIDE Radio
John Williford Jukin’ Oldies
Mitch Harb Mitch Harb's Beach Party
Ray Melton On The Beach with Ray Ray
Scott Walker Beach Waves Radio

Syndicated Radio Show
"At the Beach w/ Pat Gwinn" Gwinn, Ryan & Benningfield
“Beach Music Top 40” John Hook
“On the Beach w/ Charlie Brown” Charlie Brown & Chris Beachley
"Swamp Soul" Jim Quick

Internet Show
"Beach Therapy" Scott Walker
“Carolina Beach Party” Johnny B
“Johnny’s Jukebox” John Hall
"Midday Beach Party" Pat Gwinn
“On the Beach w/ Ray Ray” Ray Melton

Club (Bill Griffin Award)
Loafers Dance Club Raleigh, NC
Lynn’s Dance Club Charlotte, NC
OD Arcade N. Myrtle Beach, SC
OD Pavilion N. Myrtle Beach, SC
TJ's Nightlife Raleigh, NC

Live Music Venue (Cecil Corbett Award)
Deckerz N. Myrtle Beach, SC
Duck's Beach Club N. Myrtle Beach, SC
HOTO's Restaurant & Beach Bar N. Myrtle Beach, SC
Scallywag’s Bar & Grill New London, NC
Spanish Galleon N. Myrtle Beach, SC

Event of the Year
Amazingly Amazing Largetime Cruise 2020 Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Beach Fest 2021 at The Farm Selma, NC
King's Mountain Beach Blast 2021 King's Mountain, NC
Ocean Drive Beach Music Festival 2021 N.Myrtle Beach, SC
Virginia Beach Music Festival Virginia Beach, VA

Shag Club Event of the Year
Cabin Fever Throwdown- Raleigh Shag Club- Raleigh NC
Columbia Shag Invitational 2020 -Columbia Shag Club- Lexington, SC
OD Shag Club Golf Tournament -OD Shag Club- N. MB, SC
Shaggin’ On The Santee -Orangeburg Area Shag Club- Santee, SC
Sparkle City Celebration 2020 -R&B Shag Club- Spartanburg, SC

Group of the Year
Band of Oz
Cat5 Band
Embers ft Craig Woolard
Gary Lowder & Smokin' Hot
Rick Strickland Band
Too Much Sylvia

Club / Mobile DJ
Eric Bowman
Johnny B (John Barkley)
Justin Rouse
Mike Worley
Pat Patterson
Ron Teague

Radio Station
860 AM WEVA Emporia, VA
91.7 FM WSGE Dallas, NC
96.5 FM WPCC Clinton, SC
98.3 FM WLUS Oxford, NC
99.1 WDZD Monroe, NC
107.5 FM WLON Lincolnton, NC

Internet Station
Beach Waves Radio Townsend Link, Scott Walker & Ben Morris
Kool Winds Radio Katy Benningfield / Pat Gwinn
Large Time Radio Pat Patterson
RIPTIDE Radio Mr. & Mrs. Scott, Henriksen & Dennis
Sounds of The Strand Dan Williard

Producer
JK Loftin “Gonna Stop My Lookin’” Sylvia Ritchie
Keith Houston, Julian B. Fowler, Jay Jenkins “Which Way To The Beach - CD” Various Artists
Pat Patterson "A Little More Love - CD" Various Artists
Rick Lee “I Wanna Go Back” Too Much Sylvia
Rick Strickland “Dream Come True” Rick Strickland

Engineer
Buddy Strong "A Little More Love - CD" Various Artists
David Rhyne “I Wanna Go Back” Too Much Sylvia
JK Loftin “Gonna Stop My Lookin’” Sylvia Ritchie
Jon Joyner "Blown Away - CD" CAT5 Band
Keith Houston “Which Way To The Beach - CD” Various Artists
Rick Strickland “Dream Come True” Rick Strickland Band

Collaboration or Duo
“Juke Joint Jimmy’s” Martin Davis Band & Bill Lyerly
“Just Like Falling In Love” Gary Lowder & James Walsh
“Love Comes Knockin” Sylvia Richie & Doyle Wood
“Take My Heart” Craig Woolard & Molly Askins
“Who’s Gonna Baby You” Rhonda McDaniel & Phil Wilson

Songwriter(s)
Buddy Owens “The Beach & The Boulevard” CAT5 Band
Jim Quick & Casey Meyer “Buzzin & Swingin” Jim Quick & Coastline
Lesa Hudson "Sunny Days” Lesa Hudson
Rick Lee “I Wanna Go Back” Too Much Sylvia
Rick Strickland "Dream Come True" Rick Strickland
Tim Cashion “Sure’ Nuf Do” Tim Cashion

Instrumentalist
Bruce Caldwell - Sax -Dana Jones & The Bruce Caldwell Project
Camron Dudley - Drums - CAT5 Band
Chris Jennings - Guitar -Band of Oz
Harold Smith - Keys - Gary Lowder & Smokin’ Hot
Rick Strickland - Guitar - Rick Strickland Band

Live Production
Bob Blair Embers ft. Craig Woolard
Brian Dougherty Gary Lowder & Smokin’ Hot
Eddie Cogle Band of Oz
Klint Ford Blackwater Band/Southside Saints
Preston Honeycutt The Entertainers
Tracy Gentry Cat5 Band

Radio Show
Afternoon Sea Cruise Randy Davis & Terri Gore
Beat of The Beach Pat Patterson
Carolina Beach Party Johnny B
Carolina Ocean Drive Mike Brooks & Alan D
Surf Countdown Mike Worley
Wave New Beach Music Countdown Eric Bowman

Concert Series
Blackmon Amphitheatre Concert Series Mt. Airy, NC
Lake Life Clarksville, VA
Music on Main (Horseshoe) N.M. Beach, SC
North Hills Concert Series Raleigh, NC
OD Pavilion Summer Concert Series N.M. Beach, SC
Shoe Center Appreciation Days N.M. Beach, SC

Michael Branch Award
Andy Lucy & Jonathan Sharpe Flip Flop Live
Bo Gilbert Bo The Webguy
Eric Bowman Bowties Entertainment
Mack Barnhill Gary Lowder & Smokin’ Hot
Pat Patterson Beach Music 45

Music Video
“Dream Come True” Rick Strickland Band
“I Wanna Go Back” Too Much Sylvia
“Just Like Falling In Love” Gary Lowder & Smokin’ Hot
“Stop Messin’ With My Man” Deb Browning
“Southern Girl On A Summer Night Dana Jones & The Bruce Caldwell Project
“The Beach & The Boulevard” Cat5 Band

Chase Given Releases New Single
Saturday, September 04 2021

Chase Given has released his new single "Bootyshaker" and we've included a video below that was uploaded by DJ Ray Melton if you'd like to listen. Be sure to call your favorite DJs and radio stations and request it. You can visit Chase's Facebook Page and visit his website for his calendar, music, videos and more.

 

Lesa Hudson at Darlington Raceway
Saturday, September 04 2021

Lesa Hudson will have the honor of singing the National Anthem at the Darlington Raceway on Sunday, September 5, 2021 at 1:30PM for the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Playoff. You can tune in on FOX SPORTS / FS1. Way to go Lesa!

 

JD Cash Recovering from Procedure
Thursday, September 02 2021

On August 27, 2021, JD Cash shared information on his Facebook page about a procedure that he recently had and also shared a GoFundMe campaign setup to help with the medical expenses. Please read his story below and if you're able to give, you will find the link to the fundraiser page.

Original post:
"Greetings, I had quadruple heart by-pass surgery and a new heart valve in 2016.

I also had to have a Defibrillator attached to my heart to maintain a heartbeat. The Defibrillator is set on 80 Beats Per Minute. This Device is designed to shock you back into rhythm and revive the heart if it stops. There is a constant monitor in my house that my cardiologists use to monitor my heart rhythms. The surgery changed my life for good as far as not walking and breathing as well as I would like to and not being able to work very much limiting what I am physically able to do. I now suffer from Severe Heart Failure.
 
About 3 months ago , I started receiving phone calls and messages from my Doctors telling me my heart was constantly racing up down which is very dangerous and can cause a stroke or cardiac arrest leading to death. I was referred to a great surgeon, Dr. Winterfield at MUSC Hospital in Charleston. He specializes in performing High-Tech procedures inside the heart called a Ventricular Tachycardia Ablation which if successful will stop the heart from racing up and down. My heart was racing from 80 up into the 200 range and above. This surgery sometimes works but in some cases , it has to be repeated. Dr. Winterfield said he was pretty certain he solved the problem.
In Charleston, I had to have two surgeries. First they performed a left/right heart cath to check the inside of the heart for blockages, fluid & pressure to make sure it was safe to proceed. I had to wait a couple of days for the 2nd surgery due to fluid on the heart. On Aug. 19 last week I was operated on for the main procedure, a Ventricular Tachycardia Ablation. It was a very long procedure but hopefully successful.
 
When I got home, I discovered I Have Massive Blood Bruises Across Both Groans Where The Four Catheters Went In To Insert Cameras and to work inside my heart performing the Ablation. I will be moving slow for a quite a while and could some assistance while getting back
on my feet. All donations would be appreciated.
 
To Mail Your Donation Directly To Me, My Mailing Address Is: J.D. Cash, PO Box 4034, N. Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29597."

Click Here to Donate Online!
 

Wayne Free Undergoes Surgery
Tuesday, August 31 2021

If you've noticed on various photos that were recently shared of the Embers featuring Craig Woolard, you may have noticed a difference face sitting behind the drums. On August 30, 2021, Rita Free made a post on Facebook regarding Wayne Free and his recent procedure. Wayne told us earlier today "I’m recovering great, driving Ree up the wall" and went on to talk about how supportive and understanding the band has been. He appreciates all of the messages they've received! We know he's ready to get back on the road doing what he loves and we'll continue our prayers for Wayne.


The original post reads:
"As some of you know, Wayne had to have surgery. We try to guard and protect our private lives as so much of our life is public but we wanted to do a quick update for everyone! Wayne is great and recovering, now at home. He is a hard one to keep still to recover but I'm doing my best! lol  He can not wait to get back on the road with The Embers and back to his Beach Waves Radio show "The Freeway". We would like to thank The Embers Organization for their support and encouragement throughout, everyone has been absolutely amazing! The crazy crew of DJ's at Beach Waves have provided support and laughter for both of us! We love both of our professional families ❤ We continue to be thankful for prayers and well wishes from many. We feel very blessed to have caught this "hiccup" and fixed it before there was a major problem!! The Good Lord was watching over us! Morale to the story, if you feel something is off....go get it checked!We would love to have continued prayers and continued respect for privacy. Please understand there is no way Wayne or I can respond to all of the messages but we see them ❤ Special thanks to our family circle, without my mom staying in the waiting room with me for days and my sister taking care of EVERYTHING else on the homestead, I would have truly lost my mind! We were able to to come home to a spotless, sterile house with a fridge full of food thanks to Rhonda and Stephen. Our friends and family are the best of the best! #thisishowthefunkindoodaldo"


        Photo Property of Rita Free

Update from Tim Morris
Wednesday, August 25 2021

On August 24, 2021 Tim Morris posted an update on his Facebook page. This is great news and we can't wait to see Tim back on the road full time. We will continue to keep him in our prayers. 
 

"Thank you everyone for your prayers, calls, messages and donations. You have made this terrible health setback much easier to go through. I am still recovering and have 2 more procedures that will take place in the coming weeks to months, but I am feeling so much better! I am feeling well enough to hit the stage again with BOZ this week. I will be taking it slow and it will take some time to rebuild my chops, but I am excited to do what I love once again and to see you all!! Thanks to everyone!!!♥️♥️♥️"

Battlefield Boogie Club
Monday, August 23 2021

On Sunday, August 22, 2021 the Battlefield Boogie Club posted on their Facebook page to "brush off your dancing shoes" as they begin hosting their weekly dances again. We've included their original post below with all of the details.

"WE'RE BACK  Brush off your dancing shoes.

The BBC is back to hosting our weekly dances at Moose Lodge 1655, 11917 Cherry Rd, Fredericksburg, Va. 22407, starting Wed Aug. 25th from 7pm to 9:30 pm. Dance lessons are free.There are a few changes to our venue this year. We are able to dance weekly, as opposed to bi-weekly. In addition, this year, all participants need to enter by the front door. If you are not a Moose Member then one of our BBC members (who are Moose Members) will sign you in as a guest. This is a requirement of the Moose Lodge and needs to be adhered to. Hope to see everyone there.
 
 

Roanoke Valley Shag Club Dances Resume
Sunday, August 22 2021

On August 21, 2021 the Roanoke Valley Shag Club shared on their Facebook page that their monthly dances will resume in October. This will be their first dance since February of 2020. Some things have changed including the venue and having a cover charge and we've included that information below.

"Hey everybody, finally some good news to share, our monthly dance schedule will resume in October. This will be our first dance since February of 2020. As previously stated, your 2020 membership is still good for the rest of the year. 2022 membership information forthcoming.

Since losing our home base, Billy's Barn, we have been researching various locations. As most of you are aware, Billy never charged us to use his place but now we are back to the good old days of having to rent a venue.
 
With the rental, deejay fee & ABC license we are forced to have a cover charge again ($10 members, $15 non-members) We will need at least 60 members per dance just to break even. The future of our club will depend on your participation. We will be going back to BYOB & bringing a snack to share days.
We have selected to return to the American Legion on Sunday afternoons & their only Covid rule is a temperature check @ the door, no mask needed. Of course, we all know that could change but that is the current plan.
 
Mary Beth Layman & her team have come up with some exciting ideas for our 3 dances. We hope & encourage everyone to be a part of the fun. The club will have a information tent @ Party in Elmwood on Sept. 2 (Embers). We hope to pick up new members or have some former members return. Anyone joining now will be able to attend the last 3 dances of 2020 as a new 2022 member. We have selected 3 outstanding deejays for your entertainment.
 
Our schedule: Sundays 3:00-6:00
 
Party info to come:
October 17 - Tailgate Party - DJ Larry "Bigfish" Calhoun, Kingsport, TN
November 14 - RVSC "BAMMYS" Awards Party - DJ Larry & Cindy Black, Virginia Beach, VA
December 12 - Holly Days Party - DJ Frank Price, Rock Hill, SC"
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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