The gospel music community is mourning the loss of the multi-generational group, The Nelons, who tragically lost their lives in a plane crash. The impact of this loss on the industry is immeasurable, as the group has been a prominent fixture in gospel music for decades. The National Quartet Convention Executive Vice President, Clarke Beasley, expressed the shock and sadness felt by the community, likening it to the loss of The Blackwood Brothers in 1954.
The Nelons, consisting of Kelly Nelon Clark, her husband Jason Clark, and daughters Amber Nelon Thompson and Autumn Nelon Clark, have been a part of gospel music since the 1950s. Their influence on the industry has been significant, and they were set to be inducted into the Southern Gospel Hall of Fame.
With deep roots in East Tennessee, Pigeon Forge was a frequent stop for The Nelons, where they performed at various venues including The National Quartet Convention and Dollywood. The group’s music has left a lasting legacy in the gospel music community, with Beasley urging fans to remember them through their songs.
While Kelly Nelon Clark will not be there to witness her induction into the Hall of Fame, her contributions to gospel music will live on forever. The community is devastated by the loss of The Nelons, but they will be remembered for the impact they have had on the industry and the hearts of their fans.
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