The Martins Release New Christmas EP ‘Ring the Bells’

NASHVILLE (November 11, 2024)
Gaither Music Group is delighted to announce that GRAMMY-nominated sibling trio The Martins have released Ring the Bells, a Christmas EP available now on all major digital platforms. Featuring a mix of timeless holiday classics and new, uplifting melodies, this release invites listeners to celebrate the joy and wonder of the season. The new lyric video for the title track, “Ring the Bells,” released on November 9, brings a beautiful visual element to this heartwarming song that encapsulates the spirit and good news of Christmas.

The Martins’ first digital single from the release, “Count Your Blessings (Instead of Sheep),” has already captured the hearts of fans with its reflective message and signature harmonies. Building on this momentum, “Ring the Bells” is a standout track for the EP, showcasing the group’s intricate blends with a fresh yet nostalgic arrangement.

The Ring the Bells recording is featured on the Gaither Music TV YouTube channel (which has over 3.5 billion life-to-date views and hosts more than 3.5 million subscribers). Songs from the collection can be heard on Gaither playlists, including Gaither Country Christmas and Gaither–The Ultimate Christmas Playlist. Selections will also be available in December on Gaither Radio on Pandora’s Christmas Spirit and on Bill Gaither’s enLighten on SiriusXM (channel 150).

Known for their unique ability to connect with audiences through the delivery of their inspiring messages and music, The Martins—siblings Joyce, Jonathan and Judy—have graced stages worldwide, from the White House and Carnegie Hall to Gaither Music’s award-winning Homecoming Video and Concert Series. Their impeccable harmonies and engaging presence have garnered eight GMA DOVE Awards and three GRAMMY nominations, solidifying their place as beloved voices in the field of Gospel music.

Produced by award-winning, veteran musician/producer Gordon Mote, the Ring the Bells EP features stirring arrangements that celebrate the birth of the Savior, offering listeners an uplifting soundtrack for the holidays. Alongside fan-favorite numbers like their radio hit “Joy to the World,” the recording also includes inspiring contemporary selections like “Love Has Come,” written by Amy Grant, John S. Keister and Michael W. Smith, and the title track, written by Cindy Morgan, Mark Ford Hammond, Ronnie Freeman and Tony Wood. With each song The Martins combine their warm harmonies with pop-tinged melodies to provide messages of hope and encouragement during this special season.