Six-time Dove Award winner, Phil Keaggy, was recently added to Nashville-based Christian music distributor TAG Artist Group, alongside artists Bryan Duncan, Bruce Carroll, Steve Archer, Anthony Burger, Leon Patillo, Chronos, Substance, Kent Bottenfield and Joy Oliver.
Keaggy's new album, "Freehand," will release to Christian retail in July, along with a new live DVD titled "Philly Live." The CD will include classic hits such as "What a Day," "Your Love Broke Through" and "Salvation Army Band."
"It's a joy to work with such a world class talent," says Dan Huisinga, President of TAG Artist Group. "He completely fits in with our vision of serving the Church through retail with music and DVD's of excellence. The retailers and international distributors I've spoken with are very excited to receive his new offerings for their customers."
Keaggy's solo career has spanned more than 30 years, and has included close to 50 solo albums, both vocal and instrumental, as well as 8 releases with his band, Glass Harp. He's also one of the most sought after studio guitarists in the world, and has recorded with numerous artists including P.O.D., Amy Grant, Randy Stonehill, Bruce Carroll, Michael Card, Andre Crouch and 2nd Chapter of Acts. Keaggy continues to sell out concerts all over the United States with his ever-changing style, ranging from rock-and-roll to fully orchestrated instrumental compositions.
"I'm happy to continue my long standing relationship with Christian retail through a company that is so passionate about serving God and their customers," Keaggy states. "It's good to see the new doors that God is opening in our industry."
TAG Distribution is a subsidiary of TAG Artist Group, LLC. The company was formed in 2004 by industry veteran Dan Huisinga, whose broad experience includes a recording contract with Warner Bros., and his previous role of Director of International Sales and Marketing for Provident Distribution.
TAG is a part of his continuing personal mission statement, "To increase the sales and marketing of Christian music throughout the world."