The
Trav'lers

Classic Gospel Music
Since 1961






Booking Information
Recordings and T-Shirts
Special Appearance Dates

Updated 7/1/2010
The Trav'lers

In early 1961, five young men had a dream of forming a quartet that would be unique in the world of southern gospel music. They envisioned a group that would sing great gospel songs about our Lord, have a smooth sound and create superb arrangements centered around four part modern harmonies. Hence, The Trav'lers.

Soon after forming, the group was offered a regular weekly spot on "The Bob Poole Gospel Favorites" television program. This was the first weekly, syndicated, Gospel Music television program of its kind and was seen coast to coast on over 100 television stations. The Trav'lers appeared on this show, on a weekly basis, for almost five years. Those television appearances brought about personal appearance dates all across America and Canada.

Since their inception in 1961, The Trav'lers have been one of the premier groups in southern gospel music. They are still one of the most exciting, smooth sounding groups singing southern gospel music today. They are currently seen on "America's Gospel Favorites" television program, airing twice weekly on the "Gospel Music Television Network" as well as various cable systems and TV stations across the nation.

In August of 2004 The Trav'lers were given the title of "Living Legends" and were honored with "Living Legend" awards at The Grand Ole Gospel Reunion for their many years of dedication and contributions to Southern Gospel Music. A few of the others who have received this award include Hovie Lister, James Blackwood, J.D. Sumner, Jack Toney, Rosie Rosell, Eva Mae LeFevre and Glen Payne.

ON THE EVENING OF NOVEMBER 28, 2008, EACH MEMBER OF THE TRAV'LERS (WAYNE, TOM, JOEL AND EDDIE) WERE HONORED BY BEING INDUCTED INTO THE SOUTH CAROLINA GOSPEL MUSIC HALL OF FAME. OTHER GOSPEL MUSIC PERSONALITIES INDUCTED THE SAME EVENING WERE MR. BILL SHAW (BLACKWOOD BROTHERS) AND MR. KENNY GATES (BLUE RIDGE QUARTET).

The Trav'lers consist of:
Joel Duncan - Joel is an original member of The Trav'lers from 1961. He left The Trav'lers in the early '70s to sing with Rosie Rozelle and the Searchers. After that, he sang a number of years with the Palmetto State Quartet before returning to The Trav'lers. Joel sings the Bass..

Tom Brown - In the late 1950's, Tom attended his first southern gospel music concert in Greenville, SC which just happened to feature The Statesmen Quartet. That night he fell in love with this wonderful music. Tom is also an original member from 1961. He sings the Baritone and does most of the MC work.

Carl Whitman - Carl Whitman was born and raised in Catachee, SC and was the original lead singer for The Trav'lers when they organized in 1961. After a 20 year absence, The Trav'lers are excited to have him in the lead position once again. His great personality and straight forward lead vocals make him a perfect mateh for The Trav'lers

Wayne Shuford - Originally from Lincolnton, NC, Wayne sang with The Pine Ridge Boys (a group formed by the late Wally Fowler - a spin-off of the Oak Ridge Quartet) prior to joining The Trav'lers in 1967. Wayne sings Tenor and does the booking for the group.

Enjoy their performance; for they give 100% of themselves.

Enjoy their friendship; for they truly love people.

Enjoy their singing; because they truly believe of whom they sing.



Booking Information


For booking information contact:
The Trav'lers
Wayne Shuford
209 Lanewood Drive
Greenville, SC 29607


(864) 234-6539

You can also send email to the thetravlersqt@bellsouth.net


  Special Personal Appearance Dates
Schedule updated June 7, 2010


Sunday, January 01, 2006
HISTORY OF THE TRAV'LERS

TO LEARN MORE OF THE HISTORY OF THE TRAV'LERS GO TO
WWW.GRANDOLEGOSPELREUNION.COM
CLICK ON "GOGR MUSIC HISTORY
SCROLL DOWN TO "THE TRAV'LERS"
CLICK ON THE NAME

Friday, May 29, 2009
GRANTSVILLE, WEST VIRGINIA
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
7:00PM

Saturday, May 30, 2009
GEORGETOWN, ONTARIO. CANADA
CHRISTIAN REFORM CHURCH


Sunday, May 31, 2009
NAZARETH, PENNSYLVANIA
GRACE BIBLE FELLOWSHIP
6:00PM
Call 610-746-0540 for information

Saturday, June 13, 2009
TRAVELERS REST, SOUTH CAROLINA
RENFREW BAPTIST CHURCH
Most details to follow

Sunday, June 28, 2009
WOODRUFF, SOUTH CAROLINA
NEW LIFE BAPTIST CHURCH
7:00pm
Marion Lanford 864-476-7447

Sunday, July 12, 2009
Oak Grove Baptist Church
Gowensville, SC
10:00am

Sunday, July 12, 2009
GREER, SC
HERITAGE CHAPEL BAPTIST CHURCH
6:00pm

Thursday, August 13, 2009
Grand Ole Gospel Reunion
Greenville, SC


Friday, August 14, 2009
Grand Ole Gospel Reunion
Up Close and Personal
3:00pm
Hyatt Regency Ball Room
Greenville, SC

Saturday, August 15, 2009
Grand Ole Gospel Reunion
Greenville, SC


Sunday, August 23, 2009
ASHEVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA
CEDAR HILL FREEWILL BAPTIST CHURCH
10:00AM
James Cole 828-683-3319

Sunday, August 30, 2009
August 30, 2009
Mayo, South Carolina
Orchard Street Baptist Church
1821 Double Branch Road
6:00pm

Saturday, September 05, 2009
BRYSON CITY, NORTH CAROLINA
INSPIRATION PARK
7:00PM
THE TRAV'LERS, THE INSPIRATIONS, LAND OF THE SKY BOYS, MOUNTAIN FAITH
828-497-2060
WWW.THEINSPIRATIONS.COM

Saturday, September 19, 2009
SOUTH CAROLINA GOSPEL MUSIC ASSOCIATION
HALL OF FAME INDUCTEE CEREMONY AND CONCERT
WASHINGTON BAPTIST CHURCH
HWY 14 NORTH
GREER, SOUTH CAROLINA
SOME OF YOUR FAVORITE SINGERS, SONG WRITERS AND OTHER GOSPEL MUSIC
PERSONALITIES WILL BE INDUCTEED
THE TRAV'LERS WILL BE THE FEATURED CONCERT GROUP
FOR INFORMATION OR DIRECTIONS CALL
KEITH CROWE @ 864-895-1287 OR 864-979-9626
THIS WILL BE A LOVE OFFERING PROGRAM...

Saturday, October 03, 2009
SCOTTISH RITE TEMPLE
GREENVILLE, SOUTH CAROLINA
817 CLEVELAND ST
BENEFIT CONCERT
ALL PROCEEDS GO TO
THE JOHN I SMITH CHILDRENS CARE CENTER
Enjoy an evening with The Trav'lers, Providence Quartet
Disciple V and The Quintons
Advance $10 At Door $12
Hotdog Plates will be sold at $5 , 2 dogs, chips and drink
FOR TICKES SALES OR INFO CALL 864-325-6827

Saturday, October 10, 2009
PELHAM, NORTH CAROLINA
GOLF TOURNAMENT
TO BENEFIT CHRISTIAN YOUTH
More information to follow

Sunday, October 11, 2009
PELHAM, NORTH CAROLINA
Lively Stones Baptist Church
10:00AM

Friday, November 27, 2009
ANNUAL THANKSGIVING CONCERT
FOUNTAIN INN, SOUTH CAROLINA
PLEASANT GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH
1279 SOUTH FRONTAGE ROAD
EXIT 22 OFF i385
6:30PM - DOORS OPEN AT 6:00PM
THE TRAV'LERS
THE DOVE BROTHERS
SOUTHERN HEART TRIO
Call 864-420-1704 If You Need Futher Information or Directions
THIS IS A LOVE OFFERING CONCERT
We Are Expecting A Full House So Plan To Come Early For Best Seating

Saturday, November 28, 2009
EAST FLAT ROCK, NC
MARANATHA BAPTIST CHURCH
2511 Old Spartanburg Road
6:00PM

Thursday, December 31, 2009
MUNCIE, INDIANA
TRUE LIGHT BAPTIST CHURCH
805 North Country Club Road
6:00PM
NEW YEAR'S EVE CELEBRATION
THE TRAV'LERS
BLACKWOOD QUARTET
PIANIST, EARL BREWER
For more information or directions call Johnny Garner (765)444-8069

Saturday, January 16, 2010
SIMPSONVILLE, SOUTH CAROLINA
SIMPSONVILLE CHURCH OF GOD
130 Stoked Road
5:00PM (Yep, That's Right - 5:00PM) THIS CONCERT IS TO BENEFIT CANCER PATIENT CHRISTI LEE
Christi has been battling cancer for several years and now needs our financial help
PLEASE SHOW YOUR SUPPORT BY ATTENDING THIS CONCERT AND CONTRIBUTING TO THIS VERY WORTHY CAUSE
Others on the program include
THE MELODYAIRES AND THE RONNY GRANT FAMILY

BBQ AND HOT DOGS WILL BE AVAILABLE BEGINNING AT 4:00PM
The Church Phone Number Is 864-963-9708

Sunday, February 07, 2010
GREENSBORO, NC
LEBANON BAPTIST CHURCH
4635 HICONE ROAD
3:00PM
SUPER BOWL SUNDAY AFTERNOON CONCERT
THE TRAV'LERS
EARL BREWER (MR PIANO)
PENNY ANDREWS
BOB AND JEANNIE JOHNSON (FROM THE GAITHER VIDEOS)
EARL, PENNY, BOB AND JEANNIE WILL ALSO SING TOGETHER AS THE ORIGINAL GETHSEMANE QUARTET
Joel might even join them as the bass singer
CALL EARL AT 326-621-0430 FOR DIRECTIONS OR INFORMATION

Friday, April 23, 2010
WALHALLA , SOUTH CAROLINA
WALHALLA CIVIC CENTER AUDITORIUM
7:00PM
THE TRAV'LERS
THE DOVE BROTHERS
CALL LARRY LECROY 864-638-8112 FOR INFO OR DIRECTIONS

Saturday, April 24, 2010
GRAY COURT, SOUTH CAROLINA
GRAY COURT CHURCH OF GOD
8492 STATE HWY 14
6:00PM
FOR INFORMATION OR DIRECTIONS CALL 864-876-3223
A BBQ dinner will be served between 4:00pm and 5:30pm at $7.50 per plate

Sunday, April 25, 2010
IVA, SOUTH CAROLINA
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
6:00pm

Sunday, May 02, 2010
TAYLORS, SOUTH CAROLINA
St. JOHNS BAPTIST CHURCH
6:00PM
864-879-2094 for information or directions
www.saintjohnsbaptist.org

Sunday, July 11, 2010
LANDRUM, SC
OAK GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH
10:00AM
HOMECOMING

Sunday, July 11, 2010
GREER, SC
HERITAGE CHAPEL BAPTIST CHURCH
218 Alexander Rd
6:00PM
Keith Crowe, Pastor
864-895-1287 or 864-979-9626 For Information or Directions
www.heritagechapelbaptistchurch.com

Thursday, August 19, 2010
Grand Ole Gospel Reunion
Greenville, SC
Hyatt Regency Hotel

Friday, August 20, 2010
Grand Ole Gospel Reunion
Greenville, SC
Hyatt Regency Hotel

Saturday, August 21, 2010
Grand Ole Gospel Reunion
Greenville, SC
Hyatt Regency Hotel

Saturday, October 09, 2010
SOUTH CAROLINA GOSPEL MUSIC ASSOCIATION
HALL OF FAME 2010 INDUCTEE CEREMONY
VENUE TO BE ANNOUCED AT A LATER DATE


This schedule is updated often!!
Please check soon.


Recordings and Videos


Four Recordings By The Original Trav'lers
Four Recordings By
The Original Trav'lers
1962, 1963, 1964 and 1965

Digitally Remastered
4 Individual CDs - 48 Great Songs

All 4 for $26.00 (includes shipping)
Wayne Shuford - At Ease Wayne Shuford "At Ease"
Available on CD only

Look Up High
It Is No Secret
Rags to Riches
Heaven's Point of View
All I Know
Shadow of His Love
Just Another Hill
When He Was On the Cross
That's My Home
I See the Goal

"The Trav'lers"
Available on CD only

If You Know The Lord
Jesus I Believe
Rolling Along
I'm A Miracle
His Touch (mp3 sound clip)
Gentle Stranger
Beautiful Isle of Somewhere
Medley: Wade On Out,
Gonna Open Up All the Doors,
Just A Little While

We Are So Blessed

The Trav'lers
"Anniversary Edition"
Available on CD only
 
Had It Not Been For Jesus (mp3 sound clip)
Heaven Our Home
Glory, Glory, Clear The Road
Calvary's Road
He Cares For You
Since I Found The Lord
The Christian Way
No, Never Alone
The Sunday School Song
What A Precious Friend Is He

The Trav'lers
"The Weapon Of Prayer"

Available on CD only

  
The Pleasure Is Mine
He's Living In My Heart
Only Jesus Knows
Take A Moment And Live
I'm Going On
Testing Time
The Lord Will Take Care Of You
The Weapon Of Prayer
Humble Prayer
Search Me Lord

The Trav'lers "If Not Today"
Available on CD only

  

It's Different Now
He The Pearly Gates Will Open
Great Day
This Is Why I Want To Go
If Not Today
Old Time Religion
Holy Is Thy Name
In The Sweet By And By
Jesus Hold My Hand
I Surrender All

The Trav'lers "Solid Southern"
Available on CD only
  

Rain, Rain, Rain
Nothing Can Compare
When My Knees Touch Gold
Good News
Mercy River
I'm Walking But Not Alone
If God Is Dead
Yesterday
Cheer The Weary Traveler
Sinner Come Home

The Trav'lers "Portrait"
Available on CD only
  

A Song To Sing
I'm Saved
Wasted Years
I Would Not Be Denied
Angels Will Stand
I've Been Changed
No One Ever Cared Like Jesus
You Can't Scare God Away
When I See Him Face To Face
The Fourth Man

CDs $15.00 each + 1.00 each shipping
DVDs $15.00 each + 1.00 each shipping
Only "Classics" is available on DVD
All others are available on CD only

Cassettes no longer available

Make checks payable to:
The Trav'lers
209 Lanewood Drive
Greenville, SC 29607

Information on their products is available by calling at (864) 234-6539,
writing to the address above or at their live appearances.

You can also send email to the thetravlersqt@bellsouth.net


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