WHO WE ARE
The Legacy Continues...
Since 1980, gospel music fans worldwide have been in love with the trend-setting style of Gold City. From their inception, this quartet’s goal has been to use the musical gifts the Lord has given them in the best way they know how—to honor God, share the gospel message, witness to the lost and encourage the saved.
With 10 number one songs, multiple radio hits, and numerous industry accolades, this Dove Award-winning quartet has achieved legendary status. With number one songs in each of the past four decades and over 60 Singing News Fan Awards to their credit, their career continues to be one that is celebrated, respected, and relevant in today’s musical scene. Historically, they have introduced some of the most important songs to all of gospel music, including I’m Not Giving Up, It’s Still The Cross, When I Get Carried Away, and their signature song, Midnight Cry. They had the number one radio chart single in 2019 as noted by Singing News Magazine, All My Hope. In 2017, Gold City was inducted into the Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame, forever solidifying what thousands of loyal gospel music followers already know—Gold City will forever be the standard of excellence for gospel quartets.
At the helm of Gold City is Danny Riley. His outstanding baritone voice, emcee ability and leadership make up the foundation of this quartet that is carrying on the legacy established by his father, Hall of Fame bass vocalist Tim Riley. Joining Danny in the present-day group lineup are three seasoned veterans who, like Danny, all grew up loving Gold City and hoping to one day sing in this stellar quartet. They bring with them a passion for Jesus and this music, along with their outstanding vocal abilities. Josh Feemster brings a powerful lead vocal to this group, as well as a stage energy that is infectious and exciting. Chris Jenkins’ tenor voice is well recognized as one of the best in the industry. His love for this music is felt in every note he sings. Jeff Chapman studied with the aforementioned Tim Riley and his legendary voice puts the finishing touches on this quartet’s amazing sound. The four vocalists are joined by Terry Wooten on keyboard, who accompanies these singers with his tasteful piano work, complimenting the vocals with just the right touch.
As Gold City moves into the future, it is clear this group is in good hands and good voices, as folks everywhere are discovering night after night. The hit songs, the outstanding vocals, and the class and professionalism that have always been still are, unmistakably, Gold City.
CHRIS JENKINS
Tenor Vocals
Hometown
Greensboro, NC
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Favorite Food
Chuy’s Tex Mex
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Favorite place to visit
Charleston, SC (Isle of Palms)
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Favorite snack
Cheez-Its
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Favorite preacher/speaker
Dr. Johnny Hunt
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Favorite color
Teal
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Hobby
Record Collecting
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Most interesting fact about you
Love History and was formerly a banker
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Favorite soft drink / beverage
Coca-Cola Zero, Ice Sparkling Water
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Favorite venue to perform
Terrell Performing Arts Center-Terrell, TX
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Favorite scripture
Ephesians 3:20
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Favorite holiday
Easter
JOSH FEEMSTER
Lead Vocals
Hometown
Boaz, AL
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Favorite Food
Pappasito’s Mexican
Favorite place to visit
Miramar Beach, FL
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Favorite snack
Watermelon Jolly Ranchers
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Favorite preacher/speaker
Calvin Rychener
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Favorite color
Blue
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Hobby
No time for a hobby​
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Most interesting fact about you
Born on Elvis’ birthday the year he died
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Favorite soft drink / beverage
Strawberry Crush
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Favorite venue to perform
Blue Gate Theatre Shipshewanna, IN
Favorite scripture
Joshua 1:9​
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Favorite holiday
Thanksgiving
DANIEL RILEY
Baritone Vocals
Hometown
Glencoe, AL
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Favorite Food
Pan fried chicken
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Favorite place to visit
Alaska​
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Favorite snack
Chocolate​
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Favorite preacher/speaker
My pastor, Randy Gunter​
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Favorite color
Green​
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Hobby
Woodworking​
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Most interesting fact about you
I was Valedictorian of my high school class
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Favorite soft drink / beverage
Sprite Zero​
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Favorite venue to perform
Echo Hollow at Silver Dollar City
Favorite scripture
James 1:2-4​
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Favorite holiday
Christmas
JEFF CHAPMAN
Bass Vocals
Hometown
Brunswick, GA​
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Favorite Food
Cajun​
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Favorite place to visit
Nashville, TN​
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Favorite snack
Milk chocolate covered pecans​
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Favorite preacher/speaker
CT Townsend
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Favorite color
Blue​
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Hobby
Old cars, old revolvers​
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Most interesting fact about you
I enjoy my time alone
Favorite soft drink / beverage
Grape Propel Water, Sprite Zero
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Favorite venue to perform
National Quartet Convention
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Favorite scripture
Romans 8:28
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Favorite holiday
Christmas
TERRY WOOTEN
Piano
Hometown
Alexandria, AL
Favorite Food
Love Italian, Mexican, & Asian food equally as much
Favorite place to visit
The beach​
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Favorite snack
Lifesavers Gummies (Berry flavor)
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Favorite preacher/speaker
CT Townsend
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Favorite color
Blue​
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Hobby
Love listening to various genres of music
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Favorite soft drink / beverage
Dr. Pepper​
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Favorite venue to perform
Paramount Arts Center Ashland, KY
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Favorite scripture
Psalm 61:1-4
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Favorite holiday
Christmas