Mike & Kelly Bowling combine talent, sincerity and experience to create a memorable concert experience. Their goal for the evening is to usher in the presence of God and celebrate the Christian message. They feel privileged and honored to enjoy the freedom to honor Christ with any and all of their abilities.

The group consists of Mike Bowling and his wife, Kelly. They bring you their stories and songs in a way that is reminiscent of days gone by. To watch them perform reminds us of a time when "all night singings" were the norm, and folks lined up early to visit with the singers and musicians. As in most things, musical styles come full circle. What is old is new, and what is new is old!! Musically, Mike and Kelly make us realize this. Somehow they have created a sound that is as refreshing as the trio sounds of the early 70s. Mike has often been referred to as the vocal stylist of the day; however, the completion is so obvious with Kelly by his side. History will note that they have been true to the excellence of their ability without diminishing or distancing the listener. Refreshing!!!

Mike & Kelly Bowling are no strangers to the Christian music world having a long list of accomplishments during their vocal careers. While Mike began singing and playing piano at a very young age, he had a very impressive musical beginning at only 16 years old; a two year span with the legendary LeFevres. Mike then went on to earn a degree in Respiratory Therapy before returning to the music world. In 1995, he joined the New Hinsons, a perfect blend considering Mike’s vocals are very distinctively similar to those of the late Kenny Hinson. After lending his vocal abilities to several of their high-charting songs, Mike went on to join another successful family group, the Perrys. While with the Perrys, Mike was featured on songs such as "God Sent Angels," "By Faith I Can Touch Him Now," "Not Even A Stone," "Redeemed," "When He Spoke," and many others.

After Mike’s marriage to Kelly, Kelly sang with her family…the Crabb Family, Mike spent the next six years traveling as a soloist garnering a tremendous amount of success. In fact, he has been noted as the first Southern Gospel soloist to achieve back to back number one positions on the Singing News Top 80 charts. Kelly spent more than 15 years with her family, The Crabb Family. During that time they were the recipients of three GRAMMY nominations, 11 Dove Awards, 16 number one songs and numerous other accomplishments. Kelly’s unmistakable voice could be heard on the family's hits "Don't You Wanna Go," "Good Day," "Jesus Will Do What You Can't," "Trail Of Tears," as well as singing harmonies on all the others. After the birth of the Bowling's third child, Kelly realized it was time to join her husband on stage as Mike & Kelly Bowling.

Mike & Kelly Bowling have appeared on the Gaither Homecoming series concerts and videos, TBN, during Gospel Music Week’s Dove Awards, at GMA’s Seminar in the Rockies and numerous other major events. Mike & Kelly Bowling’s debut Canaan Records’ release, Faith To Believe, has garnered three number one songs (“We Have A Saviour,” “Your Cries Have Awoken The Master” and “A Miracle Today), as well as the 2008 Song of the Year (“Your Cries Have Awoken The Master).

Mike & Kelly Bowling are excited to be in ministry together. They know that all roads have led to this time and this place! God's timing is perfect and they are aware that much work must be done. The world is in need of the Gospel. The power of a song as a tool to reach the masses, once again is witnessed. The careers and ministries that Mike and Kelly have enjoyed thus far is humbling for them. Life has been sweet. But,oh how sweet is the thought of a young family, a "new" vision, passion and gratefulness for the collective calling, as a family? As long as there is a song and a place to sing it, Mike and Kelly are committed to making Gospel music together. With their three girls in tow the future is bright, and who knows how many Bowling girls will be on that stage with Mike!

Mike & Kelly Bowling are booked by the Beckie Simmons Agency (615-595-7500.)


Accomplishments

• Mike Bowling has had 3 number one songs as a soloist: Thank God for the Preacher, The Call, and I Take Him Back
• Mike Bowling has had more than 10 top 10 songs to his credit during his solo career
• Mike Bowling has appeared on the Gaither Homecoming concert series and numerous Gaither Homecoming videos.
• Mike Bowling is noted not only for his vocal ability but also his songwriting; having written several of his own songs as well as many songs recorded by other artists.

Awards

• Mike Bowling was awarded the 2005 Southern Gospel Music Awards Male Vocalist of the Year
• Mike Bowling has been nominated Soloist of the year consecutively 2000 through 2006 at the Singing News Fan Awards
• Mike Bowling has received 3 Dove Award Nominations
• Mike Bowling was nominated for Horizon Individual at the 1996 Singing News Fan Awards
• A Crabb Collection, produced by Mike Bowling was awarded Best Southern Gospel Album at the 2003 Dove Awards.