CONQUERORS QUARTET: Based in Evansville, IN,  this exciting Southern Gospel group has been thrilling audiences with its traditional  style and sound since 1990.  Over the years, a recognizable group of supportive followers have emerged to rally for the Conquerors. This faithful group of supporters has continually encouraged the quartet  to "Keep On Keeping On!" Although faced with unexpected changes and overwhelming challenges, The Conquerors have experienced the divine presence and manifested handiwork of God in giving leadership and guidance through the midst of the storms!  Down through the years, He has continued to raise up willing servants to help in building His kingdom.  The missing pieces from the chiseled pillars of the foundation He has so intricately filled and smoothly covered! The Conquerors have learned that real joy comes from trusting Him to supply all of their needs. The realization of this truth inspired them to entitle one of their projects -- PURE JOY.

MINISTRY: The Conquerors’ main mission is to bring praise and glory to their Lord by reaching out to others with a message in song that is uplifting, inspiring, and life-changing. They welcome opportunities to share their ministry with people from different faiths and backgrounds in various places, reaching both the churched and the un-churched.  However, the church has been the Conquerors’ primary focus.

STYLE AND SOUND: Although the style is unmistakably Southern Gospel, there is variety in the quartet’s song selection for each program that covers a wide spectrum of material. Singing a solid four-part harmony, the group possesses a professional quality sound with incredible versatility. The C.Q. Band, a favorite attraction, generates excitement and enthusiasm. The Conquerors’ music captures the hearts and captivates the attention of the young and old alike.  

APPEARANCES: Over the years, The Conquerors Quartet has graced the stage in concert halls and auditoriums with a number of full-time groups and well-known soloists of the industry--Heaven Bound, Jeff and Sheri Easter, The New Hinsons, The Crabb Family, Gold City, The Kingsmen, Southern Sound, Ernie Haase & The Signature Sound Quartet, The Mystery Men Quartet, The Crossmen,  Allison Speer, and Garry Sheppard.    

PROJECTS: The Conquerors have produced seven recording projects: More Than Conquerors, Keep On Keeping On, Fifth Anniversary, Conquerors' Compilation, Welcome Home, Pure Joy and their latest Sanctified Journey.  They are excited about one of their originals, Sanctified Hanky Wavin'  recently receiving national airplay!     

VOCALISTS:  God has continued to bless the quartet with multi-talented individuals who possess  wide-range solo voices and great harmonizing abilities.  Having members fully capable of singing other parts--than just their own--has certainly helped to keep the quartet moving forward.  After singing lead for three years, Andy Roberts, in 2005, switched to the bass position. That same, Paul Rigdon,  a great baritone and excellent guitarist, joined the group to add another dimension to the group's versatility. When Roger Sweeney stepped out to sing tenor again in 2006, he brought to the group a seasoned voice of fine quality along with a fan club who wanted to hear it!  Andrew Goldman, a young man with exceptional talent, has been singing lead for The Conquerors for the past year. Upon occasion, he has filled in on drums for the group and has done an outstanding job! 

Andy Roberts, from Greenville, Kentucky, now sings bass for The Conquerors. Blessed with incredible vocal ability, he can sing from the bass to the tenor range with remarkable quality!   His singing continues to amaze audiences everywhere!  As a soloist, Andy has won talent contests and has performed at numerous Gospel Music events in various states.  As a favorite guest soloist at the Gloryfest in Gatlinburg, TN, he continues each year to share the stage with many professional top-named artists/groups of the industry.  Recently, he completed a solo project, Songs of Heaven and Hope -- now available on C.D. The Conquerors feel blessed to have a talented and committed member such as Andy on their team.

Paul T. Rigdon, from Henderson, Kentucky, sings baritone with the Conquerors Quartet. His last group, “Hearts Afire!” had quite a following in the region just a few years ago.  Though Paul has enjoyed playing, writing and singing a variety of musical styles, he returns his focus now to his first love: Southern Gospel.  At the prospect of replacing the beloved David Ice in the baritone position, Paul says, “I am certainly honored to be called on to sing with the Conquerors, because the standard has been set so high. I know that I will never be able to fill the void left by Dave’s being called home to Glory. But what I hope to do is to take up the “mantle” that he left behind, to sing and serve and minister to the Body of Christ with the same level of anointing that he had. I am looking forward to an exciting time!” 

 Roger Sweeney hails from Elkton, KY and is widely recognized as a  tremendous tenor.  His anointed singing and kind spirit quickly captures the hearts of each listening audience. Roger holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in music from Trevecca in Nashville.  Although he has studied various  kinds of music, Gospel Quartet Music remains his favorite. In 1983, he traveled  full time with the Brotherhood Quartet based in Campbellsville, KY.  Later, forming the Sweeney Family, he and his wife, Euleta, (along with their children) started their own ministry.  Roger sang tenor with Southern Sound Quartet based in Nashville for over seven years.  His talent, experience, and Christian leadership has proven to be a great asset to the ministry of the Conquerors.            

Andrew Goldman, the only "Hoosier" vocalist in our group lives in Poseyville, IN. Although this outstanding young man has sung lead for the Conquerors for only one year, he has been "hanging out" with the group's members during rehearsals and concerts for almost eighteen years! His father Dave, an  eleven year/original member, began traveling and singing with the quartet when Andrew was six-months old. It has been exciting to watch him grow up and become the fine Christian role model he is today!  In addition to traveling with the Conquerors, Andrew assumes roles of leadership in his church as well as in his school and community.  He is a multi-talented singer/performer who  possesses musical skill and ability far beyond his years. He loves singing and playing Southern Gospel Music, but above all-- he loves the Lord! 

MUSICIANS:  

Joyce Meyer, keyboardist, has accompanied and recorded with several gospel groups and solo artists throughout the years. She is a stylistic player who enjoys playing the fast-moving quartet songs as well as the hymns of the church. At the early age of 5, she began playing "by ear" the hymns her mother played at the little country church her family attended.  Remembering her roots, she reflects upon her church heritage and its impact in one of her original songs--Sanctified Hanky Wavin'.  During the 70's, she played piano for a mixed-trio, The Regal Sound, and later in the 80's, she accompanied The Noblemen Quartet with whom Ernie Haase got his start in Southern Gospel Music--singing tenor.  

Chris Meyer, an accomplished bass-player and Gospel Music enthusiast, has been a member of the group since its formation. As a young child and later a teenager, he traveled with his parents, Joyce and Mike, attending countless Southern Gospel concerts at large venues to see groups such as The Kingsmen, Cathedrals, and various others.  As a result, Chris became personally acquainted with many legends in the field and still vividly recalls some of the memorable road trips he took with big Jim Hamill and The Kingsmen Quartet! Tim Surrett, a former Kingsmen, (his all-time favorite player) has been a constant source of inspiration.  All of these experiences left indelible impressions as to the makings of a good quartet.

Jason Welch, from Henderson, KY, plays drums for The Conquerors. Having grown up in a musical family, Jason was introduced to Southern Gospel Music at an early age. Although he enjoys playing a number of different instruments, drumming has remained his passion.  During the time Jason traveled and performed with his parents' group, God Sent, he learned to play additional instruments such as saxophone, harmonica, bass, and piano.  Another talent Jason possesses is songwriting. He claims his songs have evolved from the trials and hard times God has helped him overcome.  

EMPOWERMENT:  November 2004 marked the beginning of the group's reconstruction due to Mike Meyer, the founder and leader, being called to Glory. Only four months later, ( March of 2005)--David Ice, the quartet's original baritone at the age of 42, went to be with the Lord. In March of 2007, Charlie Drennan, a fifteen year/original member, who had continued to fill in and support the group--even after his retirement--joined Heaven's choir.  Experiencing the unexpected passing of three original members has brought heartache but not defeat--it has been Heaven's gain! 

Members left to carry on the ministry have become personally reacquainted with the name --"Conquerors."  In the hearts and minds of each of  those members, -- being a Conqueror -- has taken on a whole new meaning!  Through God's wondrous grace and much fervent prayer, they have experienced empowerment by the Holy Spirit to continue.  They have witnessed the touch of God's hand in providing talented individuals to meet each and every challenge.  The Conquerors have been richly blessed and spiritually strengthened as never before! 

IMPACT: Throughout their ministry, The Conquerors have seen souls won for the Kingdom, as well as lives touched and rededicated. Many people have purchased their recordings to share with others who need their spirits lifted.  If the Lord has used the Conquerors Quartet to touch people's hearts and change lives, then all of their effort has been worthwhile!  The Conquerors wish to give God all the glory, honor, and praise for their ministry!.  

"WE ARE MORE THAN CONQUERORS THROUGH HIM WHO LOVED US." (Romans 8:37)