BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:icalendar-ruby CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260821T183546Z UID:22-329926@riversidechapel.tithelysetup2.com DTSTART:20260827T230000Z DTEND:20260828T010000Z CLASS:PUBLIC CREATED:20260821T120325 DESCRIPTION:Free concert at Riverside Chapel with the Needhams\, an America n Gospel group! \nBio:\nThe Needhams: A Legacy of Faith\, Family\, and Go spel Music\nFor over 28 years\, The Needhams have been a powerful and insp iring presence in American Gospel music\, known for their heartfelt lyrics \, pristine family harmonies\, and passionate performances that touch the hearts of audiences across the nation. Their musical legacy began decades earlier with David and Eileen Needham\, whose love for country and gospel music laid the foundation for a family tradition that continues to thrive today.\nDavid and Eileen\, both Massachusetts natives\, started their musi cal journey playing country music\, eventually dedicating themselves to Co untry Gospel music in the early 1970s. Joined later by their children Dave and Diane in the 1980s\, the family band toured regionally\, sharing thei r faith and music with growing audiences. David’s career spans over seve n decades\, including early years with bands such as Rusty and the Rainbow Valley Rangers and the Country Skylarks.\nDave Needham\, David and Eileen ’s son\, took the helm of The Needhams in his mid-20s\, managing the gro up and contributing as a bassist\, vocalist\, songwriter\, and producer. D ave’s experience includes a notable tenure with the Dixie Melody Boys\, where he gained recognition for his vocal skills and musicianship. His lea dership has shaped The Needhams into the dynamic group they are today.\nTh e current lineup features Dave and his sister Diane\, Diane’s husband St eve Mummert\, and the next generation with Dave’s daughters Arianna and Kayliana. Diane began singing at age two and developed her talents as a vo calist\, drummer\, and songwriter\, complementing the family band alongsid e their parents David and Eileen. Steve\, a Pennsylvania native and season ed drummer\, joined The Needhams in 2000\, and also serves as the band’s road manager. Arianna’s soprano and Kayliana’s warm alto add new laye rs of harmony and youthful energy to the group’s sound. David and Eileen continue to tour with The Needhams at select dates. \nHaving performed o ver 3\,600 shows and traveled more than 1.5 million miles\, The Needhams h ave shared their uplifting message of hope and faith in Christ across the United States and beyond\, having performed at prestigious venues includin g the Gibson Bluegrass Showcase\, Stardust Theatre\, Opryland Hotel\, Nati onal Quartet Convention\, Bill Monroe Music Park\, and on Royal Caribbean Cruise ships\, among many others. Their dedication and artistry earned the m the SGNY Artist of the Year award.\nThe Needhams’ recent projects\, in cluding Hymns Volume 1 and Legacy\, demonstrate their commitment to preser ving and celebrating the roots of American Gospel music while connecting w ith both longtime fans and new listeners. Their music reflects their deep faith\, strong family bonds\, and a shared mission to glorify God through every song.\nAs The Needhams continue this remarkable journey\, they invit e audiences everywhere to experience the joy and inspiration born from the ir blend of family harmony\, heartfelt storytelling\, and unwavering devot ion to spreading the Gospel. Their mission remains to encourage fellow bel ievers\, uplift hearts\, and share the love of Jesus Christ through the ti meless power of music. LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T120325 LOCATION:Riverside Chapel SUMMARY:Needham's - American Gospel Group URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.rcsalamanca.com/events/needhams-american-gospel-g roup/2026-08-27 ATTACH;FILENAME=Neehams-Concert.png;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dq5pwpg1q8ru0 .cloudfront.net/2026/08/21/16/03/24/3313183a-d7b8-4623-8fdb-e546047dfa81/N eehams-Concert.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR