For the past four and a half decades, Ed O’Neal has led The Dixie Melody Boys through much success, and in October, 2004, O’Neal was inducted into the Southern Gospel Music Association’s Hall of Fame. In September, 2000, he was presented the prestigious Marvin Norcross Award for his outstanding contributions to his community and the Southern Gospel Music industry. Under his leadership the group has become one of Southern Gospel Music’s most loved and respected quartets. Ed grew up in Raleigh, NC, and often sang with his two brothers and his mother’s family in church. In 1958 he joined the Serenaders, and two years later he joined the Gospel Harmony Quartet. Finally, in 1961, he joined The Dixie Melody Boys and later assumed the role of the quartet’s manager.  Email Ed at ed@dixiemelodyboys.com