
The Fastest Growing African American Network in Television
Set to Debut its First Original Non-Scripted Series:
Forever Jones
Presented by Walmart
Featuring the Popular GRAMMY®-Nominated Family Gospel Group
Series Premiere Wednesday, June 5th at 9:00 P.M. (ET)
ATLANTA, GA (May 09, 2013) - Bounce TV (www.BounceTV.com), the nation’s first-ever broadcast television network for African Americans, will premiere its first original non-scripted series, Forever Jones Presented by Walmart on Wednesday, June 5th at 9:00 p.m. ET.
Coming on the heels of Bounce TV’s successful original special A Forever Jones Holiday, the new reality series will delve deeper into the daily lives and challenges of the close-knit, faith-based family and gospel group foreverJONES. The series, set in the family’s hometown of Shreveport, LA, will run original episodes Wednesday nights at 9:00 p.m. over a six-week period.
The family band foreverJONES came to prominence in the gospel music world after their smash single “He Wants it All” won Stellar Awards, was nominated for a GRAMMY® and Dove Award. This powerful group, parents Dewitt and Kim Jones and their five children, continues their mission to combine the spirit of worship and core messages of their faith through music. Forever Jones Presented by Walmart chronicles each band member as they aim to stay united while simultaneously attempting to separate and balance their own personal dreams and aspirations. The issues that the family tackles in the inaugural season include dealing with one of the children heading off to college and the possibility of launching a solo career. Their goal is to weave their way back onto the music charts, while keeping their family together through the trials and struggles that come along with the business.
The kids in the band are led by Dominique “Doe” Jones, the co-writer, vocalist, and acoustic guitarist and plays keyboards for the band. “Doe” is also the youth worship leader at their church and feels like she carries the responsibility for the entire band’s success on her shoulders. D’Jeniele’, the eldest of the five siblings, is married with two kids and working on managing her own family along with trying to manage the demands of being in a band. Dewitt Jones IV is the oldest son, simply trying to find his place in the world. Judah, the drummer, is not only branching out for the first time vocally, he is also preparing to depart for college and must decide whether to continue with the band or pursue his athletic dreams. Mya, the youngest, has pure excitement, love and passion for worship and singing. She joyfully sings background and is learning to play the guitar.
“Every family faces challenges, but Forever Jones spotlights a dynamic, highly relatable, loving and positive-energy family, who also happen to be a well-known band striving for success,” said Billy Hall, EVP of Programming and Production for Bounce TV. “This series will provide real-world positive role models that our viewers hunger for, and is a perfect fit for our brand.”
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ABOUT BOUNCE TV
Bounce TV targets African Americans primarily between the ages of 25-54 with a programming mix of theatrical motion pictures, original series, specials and events, live sports, off-net series, documentaries, and inspirational faith-based programs. Bounce TV celebrated its first birthday on-the-air on Sept. 26, 2012; a year that has been overwhelmingly successful, with accelerated growth and expansion among station groups and distribution, advertisers and viewers alike. The network is already available to 88% of African American television homes and 70% of the total United States, all of the top ten markets and 24 out of the top 25 African American markets.
For more information go to: www.BounceTV.com
ATLANTA, GA (May 09, 2013) - Bounce TV (www.BounceTV.com), the nation’s first-ever broadcast television network for African Americans, will premiere its first original non-scripted series, Forever Jones Presented by Walmart on Wednesday, June 5th at 9:00 p.m. ET.
Coming on the heels of Bounce TV’s successful original special A Forever Jones Holiday, the new reality series will delve deeper into the daily lives and challenges of the close-knit, faith-based family and gospel group foreverJONES. The series, set in the family’s hometown of Shreveport, LA, will run original episodes Wednesday nights at 9:00 p.m. over a six-week period.
- May 9, 2013
Bounce TV (www.bouncetv.com), the fastest growing African American network in television, will celebrate the holiday season with the world premiere of A forever JONES Holiday on Tuesday, Dec. 18 at 9:00 p.m. ET.
A forever JONES Holiday introduces viewers to the inspiring family band that has been breaking records in the music industry. The new non-scripted original hour special features breakout Gospel group forever JONES preparing for and performing their uplifting GRAMMY®-nominated hit music - a diverse mix of Pop, Gospel, Rock, and Urban - in an intimate venue surrounding by friends and family. Cameras follow the members as they prepare for the show and interviews sprinkled throughout provide an introduction to this incredibly talented musical family.
A forever JONES Holiday will encore throughout the holiday season. Visit www.bouncetv.com for complete schedule.
- December 3, 2012
EMI Gospel Celebrates 10 Dove Award Nominations
When the 42nd Annual GMA Dove Awards were announced EMI Gospel emerged with 10 nominations. EMI Gospel artists Vashawn Mitchell along with new comers forever JONES and Smokie Norful’s Victory Cathedral Choir lead the way, each with multiple nominations.
GRAMMY® nominated, Stellar Award Winners, forever JONES can now add 3 Dove Award nominations to their list of accolades. The family band is being recognized in the Contemporary Gospel Recorded Song of the year category for their hit song “He Wants it All”, The Contemporary Gospel Album of the Year “Get Ready” and one of the most prestigious Dove Awards, New Artist of the Year.
- February 21, 2011
EMI GOSPEL CELEBRATES SEVEN GRAMMY NOMINATIONS
From brand-new artists to legendary stars, EMI Gospel celebrates 7 Grammy nominations this year spanning the scope of their popular roster, the most for any Gospel label.
- December 2, 2010
forever JONES #1 with "He Wants It All!"
EMI Gospel announces forever JONES' debut single "He Wants It All" has officially secured the #1 position on the Billboard Gospel charts after blazing the Billboard R&R Gospel charts for 9 consecutive weeks at #1 in audience.- October 19, 2010
forever JONES DEBUT RELEASE “GET READY” ENTERS BILLBOARD GOSPEL CHART AT #3
EMI Gospel celebrates the debut release of forever JONES “Get Ready”. “Get Ready” bows at #3 on the Billboard Gospel charts, making forever JONES the highest debut by a new artist this year. The excitement does not stop there. The HIT single “He Wants it All” had its best week ever at Radio, jumping 7 spots, landing the family at # 7, with # 1 most increased spins and # 1 most increased audience, making it Billboards “Greatest Gainer” for the week.- June 16, 2010
forever JONES Debut Release "Get Ready" IN STORES and ONLINE JUNE 8th
EMI Gospel is set to release the debut album GET READY, from “forever JONES”. Teaming up with renowned producer Tommy Sims, forever JONES a family band from Shreveport, Louisiana, shares their powerful ministry and awesome worship experience through music that grabs your heart & soul.
- May 27, 2010