Version 2, edited by musdan77 on 2 August 2009, 5:58pm. Gerald and Kathy were both divorced and had children from the previous marriage when they got married. She had to have it. News & Scoops Before recording the project, the foursome gathered at Isaacs house to decide which songs they were going to record. You know who it is unless youve been living under a rock. They have performed at the Grand Ole Opry and are recognized as one of the best bluegrass/gospel groups around. One Day At A Time [feat. Sonya Isaacs barely 19, and on vacation in Dollywood with her family knew. So she bought that strawberry-covered dress and put it in a special place in her closet with other keepsakes like her high school graduation gown. Fortune recorded the album and filmed a concert DVD/TV special with Ben Isaacs, Mike Rogers and Bradley Walker. Sonya Isaacs is married to her husband named Jimmy Yeary. Ayva, wrapped in a small purple linen cloth, was tiny but perfectly formed. At some point something switched in her brain, and she just knew that she was good enough and that God wanted her. He kicked off his Nashville career playing for the likes of country artists Craig Morgan and Kevin Denney as well as bluegrass legend Doyle Lawson. Its a completely different tone and its so enjoyable and so easy. Lily is also a 30-year breast cancer survivor who was the inspiration for the country hit I'm Gonna Love You Through It, co-written by daughter Sonya, Jimmy Yeary and Ben Hayslip and recorded by Martina McBride. 'I've always felt on the outside of pretty, looking in': a beauty writer on how she finally stopped. For the latest songwriting tips, reviews, podcasts, and more. He was so excited about it, Fortune says. The single 'Proud Of The American Flag' quickly became a hit and made The Isaacs one of the fastest growing artists at that time. Youre Only Lonely The weekend after that, Sonya started hemorrhaging, on the tour bus while the family was going from Dollywood to a gig in Hiawassee, Ga. She sent a text message to the doctor Sunday morning, and the doctor urged her to go to a nearby emergency room. And then at night when you go to bed, thank him for keeping you sober and for removing the desire to drink. Ill Fly Away Its the funnest thing in the world., The foursome tackle some of their favorite songs for the project. Ben Isaacs is the . We intentionally wanted to create a record that would allow us to feel connected with the audience. The songs chosen for the record reflect their crossover appeal to bluegrass, country, and gospel fans, presented in an acoustic setting with assistance from top Nashville super pickers (Bluegrass Today). Those songs include the title track, Brotherly Love, a country hit for the late Keith Whitley and Earl Thomas Conley; the Statler Brothers classic Class of 57; and Roy Orbisons Crying as well as such gospel standards as The Lighthouse, Daddy Sang Bass and Where No One Stands Alone.TheBrotherly LoveTV special is also set to air on networks including PBS, TBN, GaitherTV, CTN, TCT andProclaim Broadcasting. I thought about how I was going to tell my 3-year-old the baby sister he was so excited for was dead.. 10. View wiki Top Tracks View all tracks Albums The Living Years ABOUT BEN ISAACS Go Rest High on That Mountain. Sonya Isaacs. When they released doves at sunset, the clouds broke, she said, voice cracking, and the doves hovered and flew straight to the sun.. When Ben called me and asked what would I think about doing a project like thisand he mentioned all four of us together who wouldnt want to do that? Walker says. Hopefully, other people that are searching for it will know where to look., Anybody spending time in the presence of The Isaacs wont be able to miss the closeness between them all. Sonya Isaacs is a citizen of the United States. Already a member? The vocalists are Lily Isaacs, Ben Isaacs, Sonya Isaacs and Rebecca Isaacs Bowman. Less than an hour later, Sonya and her husband posted a video announcing the gender of her baby to The Isaacs 200,000 plus Facebook fans. People identify with that transparency because theyre like, If theyve gone through that, I can go through that. That was our goal and well try to meet that goal, whatever market accepts it., When we were writing for The American Face, we were reaching for the secular market, so the songs were life, love, and the lack thereof, and story songs, Sonya adds. I am done. There was something special about that night, Fortune tells SLN of filming the in-the-round concert at Rory Feeks barn/studio near Columbia, TN. Fortune wrote the groups second No. Mike Rogers may be known around Nashville as a drummer, but he is also a phenomenal guitar player and singer. She wondered if she would ever have more children. NASHVILLE, Tenn. Following the critically-acclaimedGaither Music GroupBrotherly LoveCD digital release fromJimmy Fortune, Bradley Walker, Mike Rogers and Ben Isaacs, thecountry, bluegrass, gospel dream team (Cowboys & Indians) returnswith theBrotherly LoveDVD and TV special. He had kidney failure, according to his brother Andrew Isaacs . The Isaacs, a multi-award winning family group who began singing 30 years ago, are based out of LaFollette, TN (30 min north of Knoxville). "My ex-husband, their father, was a bluegrass musician. Your email address will not be published. But she felt the arms of Jesus wrap around her, and it brought her peace. The Isaacs, a multi-award winning family group who began singing 35 years ago are based out of Hendersonville, TN. Were kind of a square peg trying to fit into round holes and we dont really fit into any of those exactly. In the Ricketts family, Tom Tunney has the best enemies an alderman seeking reelection could have. Elizabeth The Isaacs new album, Natures Symphony in 432, will be released Friday (Sept. 2). He has been voted Male Vocalist of the Year and Musician of the Year in a number of prominent award shows. I was pretty nervous because our peers were in the audience that night, Fortune says of other artists such as The Martins, the Isaacs, Linda Davis, the Booth Brothers and the late Jimmy Capps. Over the years Ben has leveraged his talents for use in a feature length documentary for Metal Blade records that he scored, produced, edited and directed; a short film on GED funding for the state of Michigan and music for the upcoming film Hellboy 2: The Golden Army.Ben is currently working on several scripts, and continuing to pursue soundtrack work in both the film and video game worlds. Wed have bologna, ham, and cheese in the cooler to eat. I interviewed Lilly Isaacs concerning the upcoming record and new single. Ben has also played and sung on projects for Don Williams, George Jones, Merle Haggard, Trace Adkins, Doyle Lawson, JD Crowe, and Paul Williams and has been voted Male Vocalist of the Year and Musician of the Year in a number of prominent award shows. Lily's testimony has been an inspiration to people around the world. The vocalists are mother Lily Isaacs and siblings Ben Isaacs, Sonya Isaacs Yeary and Rebecca Isaacs Bowman. September 2, 2020 And then one night, Ricky Skaggs walked out on stage during our performance and introduced us as the newest members. The vocalists are Lily Isaacs, Ben Isaacs, Sonya Isaacs Yeary and Rebecca Isaacs Bowman. The group has performed at CMA Fan Fest and Carnegie Hall and has won seven GMA DOVE Awards, in addition to being featured on recordings by Dolly Parton,Paul Simon, Vince Gill, Merle Haggard, Ralph Stanley, Reba McEntireand many others. 221 in the 97 years of the history of the Grand Ole Opry to be asked. Crying John Paul Jones Arena. Joe Isaacs []. Johns body was actually missing for 30 days, so there was a little hope that maybe he survived. Their concert venues have ranged from the Grand Ole Opry, to Carnegie Hall, and they have won . Were not really country, were not really bluegrass, were not really Southern gospel. A photographer on a trip to Japan meets a fellow American woman and they quickly fall in love. Ben is the lone son of the Isaacs family who plays bass and sings with the group. I had to choose fear or faith, and I chose faith. He knew he couldnt make Mindy stop, but he could love her and support her through it. Sonya Isaacs is the mandolin player and vocalist for the Isaacs. He spends two to three days a week on the road, two to three days a week in the studio producing or playing on other peoples records, and two to three days a week at home with the family taking care of their property. When Ben Isaacs met his future wife, Mindy, he had no idea the extent of her drinking problem. It got to the point where she couldnt imagine her life without alcohol. Family Bible [feat. Raised on a healthy diet of 80s geek and Marvel comics, Ben realized he wanted to somehow work in the movie realm upon seeing Batman at age 12.Ben left Michigan in 1997 to pursue film and music, having founded the independent film outfit, Thaumus Films. Find top songs and albums by Sonya Isaacs, including Heaven's Lucky to Have You (feat. But Mindy survived. Angel Band [feat. The vocalists are Lily Isaacs, Ben Isaacs, Sonya Isaacs and Rebecca Isaacs Bowman. Sonya Isaacs . Genres: Classic. Brotherly Lovehost Rory Feek is a Nashville singer-songwriter, aNew York Timesbest-selling author, filmmakerand reality show star. But she didnt drink as much when he was around. She was also a background singer for Miley Cyrus in the Hannah Montana movie, and appeared on soundtracks on the Disney Films Geppetto and My Neighbor Totoro. 1. Secondhand Hearts: Directed by Austin Everett. An ultrasound tech got there an excruciating two and a half hours later. It could be the placenta is not nurturing her the way it needs to, the doctor said. Since the kids tended to get bored with the long hours, their parents decided they would try and make them feel part of the proceedings. Ive heard it a lot of times that its easier to say what were not than what we are. Shes a massage therapist by trade, and I remember the first time I met her. 8. Bradley might sing with them and then I might come in and sing with them or whatever and then Ben got this big brainstorm, and said, Hey man, I think this would make a great quartet!, It wasnt hard to get the other guys onboard. The collection features the four artists serving up their renditions of country, pop and gospel standards. Fortune has performed in every state in the United States, in Canadian Provinces and in front of audiences as large as 100,000. It was also a new experience for Isaacs working with three male singers as hes performed for years with his mother, Lily, and sisters Becky and Sonya. At our induction, there were only 66 Opry members alive. Not because he didnt love her, but because he just couldnt watch it happen. Lily Isaacs is a vocalist and the matriarch of the group. Then we picked some of our favorite things and sang them. The Isaacs family group as we know today has been around since 1986. So I had this great idea. One particular day, she lost it and was screaming and crying in her pain. And uh, its the cutest thing I ever saw and I just had to buy it. Ben Isaacs is the bass player and vocalist for the Isaacs. She dreamed of the day when she could put in on her baby girl. I think we were No. Then you can be more vulnerable with your own music because youre in their heart by that time. Ben admits that Mindy did a good job of hiding her addiction, and at first, he didnt really know it was a problem. The song choices and the writing on the originals were all part of a calculated plan to cross over more effectively and broaden the scope of the bands fandom. Playing their own acoustic instruments and joined by other band members, The Isaacs have a unique style that blends tight . So she started to really nurture and grow her songwriting, and in 2009, Sonya got paired with songwriter Jimmy Yeary. Keep rising. 0. Our message is theres always hope. 2. It even more special because of the way we feel about each other., Isaacs produced the album and enjoyed working with his accomplished friends. We love to make life look like everything is okay when really, under the surface, theres so much more going on. And Id say its also part of our healing. On top of that, she was named Miss Sarasota and will be competing in the Miss Florida USA pageant later this year. Reach Brad Schmitt at 615-259-8343 or on Twitter @bradschmitt. Love Will Keep Us Alive Who Wrote Centerfold by the J. Geils Band? One of the largest independent Christian music companies in the world and a household name for millions offans, Gaither Music Group, in partnership with Primary Wave Entertainment,is known worldwide for its award-winning and top-selling recordings, including the Gaither Gospel Series, of which 133 products have been certified gold, platinum or multi-platinum. Eventually, she admitted to needing help, so they found an inpatient facility for her to go to and begin rehab. He told her to come back in a few weeks for another ultrasound. 12. 8. 4. She is married to singer/musician/minister John Bowman. Two of Country and Gospel music's main men - The Statler Brothers' Jimmy Fortune (https://jimmyfortune.com) and The Isaacs' Ben Isaacs (https://theisaacs.com. "I need to make up for this lost child," she says. Isaacs lost the baby a month later. I want to pause here because what Ben and Mindy are sharing is real life. Playing their own acoustic instruments and joined by other band members, The Isaacs have a unique style that blends tight . The Isaacs are a country and bluegrass gospel music group consisting of mother Lily Isaacs, and daughters Becky and Sonya Isaacs and son Ben Isaacs, along with John Bowman (husband of Becky Isaacs) as an instrumentalist and songwriter. She has been nominated and awarded Female Vocalist and Songwriter of the Year in several awards programs. He passed away before I got to play it for him, but we did record it and put it on this project. Her brother, Ben, hesitated when it was his turn. Her first number one song was Stand Still and she has since had charting songs recorded by many artists. According to their website, The Isaacs have "a unique style that blends tight family harmony with contemporary acoustic instrumentation that appeals to a variety of audiences. They were the music sensation of the 80s. Each member of Fortune/Walker/Rogers/Isaacs brings their own wealth of experience toBrotherly Love, creating an intriguing combination of styles and influences. Sonya, for her safety, had to go through labor and deliver a stillborn baby right away. The Isaacs (@theisaacsmusicofficial) Instagram photos and videos. You barely feel your broken heart beating. Our goal is to bring the message of hope to all seeking the love of our God, says the family. Christian artist Sonya Isaacs' video announcing she's going to have a girl. During Memorial Day weekend 2014, the group was in Gatlinburg for a gospel music festival, and Sonya started having cramps. I really wanted to do a good job and thought, Man, I better be on my A game! But theres something about being up there with three other guys that are as good as these guys that gives you a lot of confidence and there was a lot of power and assurance of being there with all of us up there together., That night there was so much energy in the room and the crowd was involved. 285 19K views 2 years ago Ben Isaacs opens up about how he was afraid to lose control and leave his alcoholic family member alone until Jesus showed him how. Mini Bio (1) Born in Michigan, Ben's passion for fantasy and sci-fi classics emerged at an early age with his exposure to Star Wars, Harryhausen films, and beloved B-flicks like Flash Gordon. Thank you Mindy and Ben for sharing your story. My mind is going, OK, God, I trust you through this.. Sonyas mother, her siblings and a niece all held baby Ayva. I couldnt imagine my life without it. Sonya Isaacs is an American actress who lives in Nashville, Tennessee. Ive always said Jimmy Fortune has one of the most recognizable voices in all of music period. The Isaacs are a bluegrass Southern gospel music group consisting of mother Lily Isaacs, daughters Becky and Sonya Isaacs and son Ben Isaacs, along with John Bowman as an instrumentalist. Walker admits tackling such a classic hit was a little nerve-racking, but hes grateful for the opportunity. 3. Born in Michigan, Ben's passion for fantasy and sci-fi classics emerged at an early age with his exposure to Star Wars, Harryhausen films, and beloved B-flicks like Flash Gordon. So when Im producing an act somebody comes into the studio and says, Make it Isaacs-style, I know its just a mishmash of everything., My three babies grew up with very diverse musical backgrounds, Lily says with pride while her children roll their eyes just a bit. The Isaacs are Hendersonville's own traveling family of Southern gospel, folk and bluegrass musicians who recently became the newest additions to the storied musical tapestry of the Grand Ole Opry as . Nashville, TN (July 7, 2021) The Isaacs, a multi-GRAMMY Award nominated and multiple GMA Dove Award-winning family group has released the lead single and title track "The American Face." The title track is from forthcoming album, The American Face, which will be available on August 13, via their House of Isaacs label. And then listen to my full conversation with Ben and Mindy or keep reading below for some of the highlights. In Canada, it will air on Vision TV, CTS, The Miracle Channel and Hope TV. I was really curious to meet her, so I did. Thats huge, thats elite, and thats mind-blowing that our family that has been primarily a Christian music family group are now Grand Ole Opry members with our heroes. He has been singing all of his life, performing with his sisters, Sonya Isaacs Yeary and Rebecca Isaacs Bowman . The Isaacs is composed of siblings Ben Isaacs, Sonya Isaacs Yeary and Rebecca Isaacs Bowman, and mother Lily Isaacs. Ben accepted Christ as a young boy and has always had a heart for ministry and helping people. This was followed by I Feel the Christmas Spirit and by Live: Mountain Praise. It was one of the coolest, if not the coolest nights, that Ive ever been a part of ever in my whole time of playing music., Although each artist will continue down his previous career path, working together on Brotherly Love was a labor of love that the four men are anxious to repeat. Jimmy, as a solo artist, was inducted into the Virginia Musical Hall of Fame in 2018. Thereafter, The Isaacs came out with the extremely beloved album 'Heroes' which is comprised of some of the . The Isaacs. It includes several new songs inspired by Sonya Isaacs stillborn baby, including Keep Breathing, which was co-written by Isaacs husband, Jimmy Yeary. Sonya believed in Christ at six years old, and has dedicated her life to spreading the gospel and shining God's light wherever she goes. She knew she wanted to be "the person counting the money in the register," and her dream of becoming an entrepreneur developed from that moment on. Mindys first husband, John, was her best friend. Sumner, Ann Downing, Sonya Isaacs, Tanya Goodman Sykes, Wesley Pritchard, Sue Dodge, Karen Peck, Buddy Greene, Ladye Love Smith, Doug Young & Mike Allen) and more. We thought they were going to be big stars because they were 5, 6, and 8 years old when we recorded this little cassette that they did, Lily recalls. Over the years, many famous artists have covered the . It freaked me out, Sonya said. Brotherly Love 12. 2017 The Isaacs | Site Designed by TNS Grafx. 7. Becky Isaacs Bowman is the guitar player and vocalist for the Isaacs. Unfortunately, though, their marriage took a turn for the worse, and they werent in the best place when he passed away. 1 on the charts. Events. The Isaacs and it's members have been invited to perform on many gospel, bluegrass and country artist albums and stages including: Dolly Parton,Paul Simon, The Oak Ridge Boys, Don Williams, George Jones, Merle Haggard, Trace Adkins, Trisha Yearwood, Vince Gill, Reba McEntire, Brad Paisley, Dierks Bentley, Alabama, Craig Morgan, Josh Turner, Crying Rhonda Vincent & Ben Isaacs] Bradley Walker feat. Your baby no longer has a heartbeat, the doctor said. The next weekend, The Isaacs were back on the road, where they found healing singing spiritual songs in front of loving fans. We just cant help but be family with everybody who comes into our lives, Sonya summarizes. Gaither Music will host a special premiere on the Gaither Music TV YouTube Channel on Sept.14 at 9a.m. CT where viewers will be able to chat LIVE with Fortune, Walker, Rogers and Isaacs. 04:17. Family is a word with rich and lovingly cultivated meaning for the Isaacs, a clan of musicians who were recently invited to join a new one. Death, addiction and disease plagued The Isaacs during the creation of their latest album Nature's Symphony in 432: A Journey From Pain to Praise, but the Grammy-nominated acoustic band was on a mission to complete the project to showcase the supernatural healing power of God. Ben Isaacs & Mike Rogers. That same year, he worked with Isaacs on an album of traditional hymns, earning three more GMA DOVE Award nominations and his first GMA DOVE Award win for Bluegrass/Country/Roots Album of the Year. The Isaacs, a multi-award winning family group who began singing 30 years ago, are based out of Nashville, TN. Showcasing a dozen selections all penned or co-penned by Menzies---one of Nashville's most prolific songwriters---He Reminds Me was produced by Ben Isaacs (The Isaacs, The Oak Ridge Boys) and features . Daddy Sang Bass During this time in 1997, Bowman answered the call to preach. With our music, we want people to walk away feeling, Im not the only one who has gone through this. I love the fact that we get to meet such a diverse population. Read More. Man of Constant Sorrow About 50 people gathered for a cloudy, graveside funeral at a Hendersonville cemetery. My parents were Holocaust survivors, Lily continues. For a while, she functioned, even as a mom to her kids. These recordings, which encompass more than 177 video copyrights, showcase gospel music pioneers; many of the finest performers in the gospel genre; up-and-coming acts; and country artists including The Oak Ridge Boys, Jimmy Fortune, Joey+Rory, Alabama, Alan Jackson, The Statler Brothers, George Jones, Vince Gill and others. Lighthouse ABOUT BEN ISAACS A 12-time GRAMMY-nominated producer who has produced recordings from some of Nashville's most-awarded artists, Ben Isaacs is also known as the bass player and vocalist for his award-winning family group The Isaacs. The mother and vocalist of . Its like new life just breathed into it. On top of that, the band tours constantly, bringing their stunning harmonies and instrumental dexterity to everything from arenas to church services. The family groupwhich features Sonya, brother Ben Isaacs, mother Lily Isaacs and sister Rebecca Isaacs Bowmanactually recorded the song in 2019. And that would be easy for people like the Isaacs who are often in the limelight. Log In. He spends two to three days a week on the road, two to three days a week in the studio producing or playing on other people's records, and two to three days a week at home with the family taking care of their property. As she was grieving the loss of her husband, Mindy feels Jesus came to her in a very tangible way. A 12-time GRAMMY-nominated producer who has produced recordings from some of Nashvilles most-awarded artists, Ben Isaacs is also known as the bass player and vocalist for his award-winning family group The Isaacs. The brand has partnered with Sandi Patty, Gloria Gaynor, Steven Curtis Chapman and a host of acclaimed talents from various fields of music. So we wanted an a cappella that stretched us, a song that every night presented a challenge to us., When they got together in the studio to tackle the song, they found a variety of key changes that were made even more complex by the effort to bring three-part harmony to the mix. Required fields are marked *. (WDAM) - Award-winning gospel group The Isaacs will bring their family harmonies and unique sound to Pearl River Community College on . We met in Greenwich Village in New York in 1969. This is a little dress I bought 20 years ago, Sonya says, voice breaking, and its been hanging in my closet because I prayed that one day, Id have a little girl. Once she and Ben met and got married, she didnt hide the fact that she drank. POPLARVILLE, Miss. ABOUT BRADLEY WALKER They were so happy that if they made 20 or 30 bucks a night, they thought they were living high on the hog. Mindy felt rage, disbelief, [and] so much grief. But she also felt hope. Award-winning gospel group The Isaacs have spent five decades creating the undeniable family harmonies and distinct sound that have made them a favorite among audiences everywhere. Growing up with musical parents, the three kids, Becky, Sonya, and Ben, learned to sing, play instruments, and write music, and by the time they were in their mid-teens, they were all established members of the band. He has been nominated for six Grammys and voted Producer of the Year several times in the Absolutely Gospel Awards, and has produced several Dove award-winning albums. She was born in Germany after World War II to two Polish Jewish Holocaust survivors and moved to the U.S. when she was two. Isaacs, a DOVE Award-winning producer who has performed with his mother and sisters for years as the GRAMMY-nominated group The Isaacs and shepherded many of the top names in the industry, producedBrotherly Love. ABOUT BEN ISAACS A 12-time GRAMMY-nominated producer who has produced recordings from some of Nashville's most-awarded artists, Ben Isaacs is also known as the bass player and vocalist for his award-winning family group The Isaacs. Wed get in that van, and there was a little bed and theyd sleep in the back. 13. The family band, comprised of mother Lily Isaacs, daughters Becky and Sonya and son Ben, are known for their tight harmonies, live performances, and solid musicianship. Im So Lonesome I Could Cry Walker enjoyed recording The Lighthouse, a classic by the acclaimed gospel group The Hinsons. The Members Lilly Isaacs. Hundreds of guests were treated to eclectic musical selections performed by The Isaacs. Three of their recent projects received consecutive GRAMMY nominations for Best Roots Gospel Album and Best Roots Gospel Song.. Ben is the lone son of the Isaacs family who plays bass and sings with the group. Jason Crabb- The oldest Crabb son sings his heart out each time the Crabb Family steps on stage. 3. The Crabb Family - I'd Rather Have Jesus: 10: Bill & Gloria Gaither With Their Homecoming Friends - O, How I Love Jesus: 11: Wes Hampton - Great Is Thy Faithfulness: 12: David Phelps (2) - There Is A Fountain Filled With Blood: 13: Lily Fern Weatherford - What A Precious Friend Is He: 14: Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver - Since Jesus . ET and midnight, re-airing on Sunday, Oct. 25, at 2:30 p.m. Nurses asked if Sonya wanted to hold the baby. She relayed her tiredness in looking and not having peace. Their music crosses between gospel, bluegrass, country, and Americana, and even though the group has had several lineup changes, Lily Isaacs has remained the core member. I was a folk artist. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Your email address will not be published. We were singing in the same nightclub. by Ben Joravsky February 18, 2019 August 18, 2021 Tagged: 2023 Municipal Elections , Paul Vallas . Elizabeth is the first song Fortune ever wrote and he penned the tender love song soon after joining the Statler Brothers in 1982. 6. ), Those harmonies came in handy on The American Face, as the three siblings took on a batch of beloved covers that stretched even their capabilities. The label was handling an exploding Rascal Flatts and a sister trio, SHeDAISY, and Sonya felt she got lost in the shuffle. The group consists of Lily Isaacs, Ben Isaacs, Sonya Isaacs, John and Rebecca (Isaacs) Bowman. Current group members are Lily Isaacs, Ben Isaacs, Sonya Isaacs, John and Rebecca (Isaacs) Bowman. These kinds of stories show that redemption can be full and complete. Award-winning artists The Isaacs have signed with Given Entertainment for management.. They married in 2009. He was privileged to perform at the White House on two occasions and also presented a special gift to actress Elizabeth Taylor by singing his song Elizabeth to her for a birthday celebration. The group released their first album, Carry Me, in 1994 under Horizon.