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Tony Cummings spoke to singer, songwriter, guitarist, producer and music publisher Jim Brady of the JIM BRADY TRIO

In the world of Southern gospel music, Jim Brady is both as the leader of the Jim Brady Trio and as a composer of hundreds of songs which have been recorded by such acts as Gold City, legacy Five and the Booth Brothers. It was Jim's rich baritone voice first brought him national popularity with the award-winning Booth Brothers who he joined in 2002. During his 12 years with the Booth Brothers he received eight Baritone Of The Year Awards, wrote several number one gospel hits and was nominated for Dove and Grammy awards.

Him and his wife Melissa wrote numerous songs together, Melissa becoming a columnist in the hugely influential Singing news magazine and was featured on the Women Of Homecoming Gaither videos that were released in 2013. In the summer of 2014 Jim and Melissa started the Jim Brady Trio and since then albums like 'A New Chapter', 'Timeless', the CD/DVD package 'Live At Daywind Studios' and now their latest 'Hope Keeps Waiting For The Song' demonstrate Jim and Melissa's songwriting strength and attractive blend of voices. I spoke to Jim at his home in Spring Hill, Tennessee.

Tony: You're pretty well known as a songwriter.

Jim: I've been writing for many years. It's my passion: I love to write. Thankfully, the songs have gone all over the world. Through the internet and YouTube - different things - the songs are being heard. We've never been, but, through the help of Bill Gaither, it's making it over to your area. We have travelled to Jerusalem with Bill, we have travelled to South Africa, we've travelled all over the US, to Canada. It's amazing that we can go to different places and they know who we are, and it's because of the power of television and the internet. Bill Gaither has taken the Gospel and the music around the world.

Tony: Were you born and brought up in a Christian home?

Jim: Absolutel

It’s been quite some time since the Gospel Music world has seen the merger of such a talented musical force. Of course, it was a merger that those close to the source felt certain would eventually happen; however, no one knew just exactly when. It was one that was destined to happen many years before it ever took place, as the ministry it is today. Nevertheless, those close to Jim and Melissa Brady have known for many years that when God united this young couple in marriage, He had great plans for them.

Long before the two met, it’s easy to see how God was ordaining every step, leading them to each other and to a ministry that would honor Him. They came from very similar backgrounds, each possessing a rich musical heritage. Jim first began singing with his family at the age of five and was writing songs by the time he turned 16. Melissa was an integral part of her musical family, The Shulers, long before she and Jim met, and when the two married, Jim joined Melissa and her family, traveling, singing and ministering across the country. For nearly a decade the two traveled together with The Shulers, and then came the opportunity for Jim to join another very talented group, The Booth Brothers.

The Booth Brothers were just beginning to step onto the national scene, and had already enjoyed several radio hits. Jim could see a bright future with brothers, Ronnie and Michael. “This was an opportunity I felt I couldn’t pass up, and thankfully, Melissa was 100% supportive,” Jim reflects.

The decision proved to be the perfect move. During Jim’s twelve and a half years with The Booth Brothers, the trio became a favorite among Southern Gospel audiences, collectively earning more than 100 industry honors and accolades. Jim personally has received eight Baritone of the Year Awards, as well as three Songwriter of the Year Awards. He has also written several Number One songs and has enjoyed Dove and Grammy Award nominations. To say that Jim’s

Fun, easy going, kind and laidback were just a few of Jim Brady's characteristics. Jim was a talented singer, a man of faith and always there to help others out. He truly would have given the shirt off his back to help someone else. A Notre Dame football fan and I.U. basketball fan, Jim was a social man who loved his family and friends.

With the minimum hourly rate of 25 cents, 1938 had many events that would change the world forever. The National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis, later known as the March of Dimes, founded in January; the popular comic superhero, Superman made his first appearance in April when Action Comics #1 was published, which is considered one of the most valuable comic books ever created and has sold for more than $3 million a copy; the first use of seeing eye dogs occurred; oil was first discovered in Saudi Arabia; and Federal National Mortgage Association "Fannie Mae" was established. These were just a few of the events, but the biggest news of the year for Thomas R. and Martha G. (Enyeart) Brady was the announcement of the birth of their youngest child, James William Brady. He was born on March 6, 1938 in Wabash, Indiana.

Growing up in town allowed for "great adventures" and maybe some mischief for Jim and his friends. At a young age he learned the value of working for things he wanted and began his work career as a paper boy. He did find time and enjoyment by hunting, fishing, playing on the high school football team and singing in the school choir.

After graduating from Wabash High School with the Class of 1956, Jim enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served until 1960. He then furthered his education at DeVry University in Chicago and after graduating worked at Radio Shack. Through some friends, Jim met a young lady that would change his life forever. Sandra L. Pavey was from Indianapolis, Indiana and was attending college in Chicago at the time and it was love at first sight. Soon they deci

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Jim and Melissa Brady have become a duo with a familiar voice in Southern Gospel music. For over a decade, they have combined their talents, faith, and dedication to create a ministry that has reached many people. Their story is not just about music—it is about partnership, commitment, and faith.

Melissa Brady has spoken about the unique dynamics of their relationship, saying, “We’ve had people ask and they go, ‘Oh, you and Jim are very different,’ in that he likes to watch football, I like to read books, I listen to music softly, he loves to listen to it really, really loud. And so that might be a surprise to some people.” Even though they are different in many ways, Jim and Melissa are united by the things they hold most dear. “We love each other, we love God, we love music, and that’s what it all comes down to,” Melissa said, explaining the foundation of their partnership.

Both Jim and Melissa grew up in families that valued music. Jim began singing with his family at the age of five and started writing songs when he was 16. Melissa also had a strong background in music, performing with her family, The Shulers, from a young age. When Jim and Melissa got married, they quickly began performing and traveling together. For nearly ten years, they were part of The Shulers, touring across the country. Then, Jim received an important opportunity when The Booth Brothers, a rising group in Southern Gospel, asked him to join. Melissa encouraged him to take the offer.

“It was an opportunity I felt I couldn’t pass up,” Jim said, “and thankfully, Melissa was 100% supportive.” This decision became a turning point in Jim’s career. Over twelve and a half years with The Booth Brothers, the group saw great success and received more than 100 industry awards. Jim earned multiple Baritone of the Year and Songwriter of the Year awards, establishing his place in Southern Gospel music.

During Jim’s years with The Booth Brothers,