The Singing Contractors Pay Tribute to Hard Working Men (and Women) with New Album

By Blessing Harper May 07, 2022 08:15 PM EDT

The Singing Contractors will be releasing their second Gaither Music album Hard Workin' Man on May 27. Teaming up with veteran producer Michael Sykes, the album features new takes on classics such as Billy Dean's "Only Here for a Little While," Randy Travis' "Forever and Ever Amen," Hank Williams Sr's "I Saw the Light," Merle Haggard's "That's the Way Love Goes," and many others.

"We are so excited about this new record," stated Aaron Gray. "From the beginning of this recording process we wanted this album to connect with the everyday, hard workin' man and woman."

"Working as contractors while getting to sing and perform, we can relate to how many of our listeners feel day in and day out," added Josh Arnett. "We selected these songs with the hope they will mean as much to listeners as they have meant to us."

Filmed at the Gaither Music Studio and directed by Doug Stuckey, the DVD and TV special feature performances from The Singing Contractors and conversations with host/singer/songwriter Woody Wright about the history and inspiration behind Hard Workin' Man. Gospel music legend Bill Gaither also makes a special appearance as he joins The Singing Contractors and Wright for a memorable rendition of "He Touched Me."

Distributed by Capitol Christian Music Group and Universal Music, Hard Workin' Man will be available at national retail and on all digital streaming platforms.

The foundation of this unlikely powerhouse duo stems from a viral video of their poignant rendition of "How Great Thou Art" performed in an unfinished corner of a home remodel which led to over one million views in almost 24 hours and an appearance on the "Fox & Friends" morning show. Comprised of Indiana natives Aaron Gray and Josh Arnett, these two builders have continued to amass a following with their fun-loving personalities, compelling cover tunes, national TV specials, recordings and special appearances taking them from the set of "Good Morning America" to the hallowed halls of the Grand Ole Opry.

HARD WORKIN' MAN CD TRACK LISTING

1. Hard Workin' Man
2. I'll Still Be Lovin' You
3. Lean On Me
4. Loving God, Loving Each Other
5. Forever And Ever, Amen
6. Back Home Again
7. I Saw The Light
8. Only Here For A Little While
9. He Touched Me
10. That's The Way Love Goes

HARD WORKIN' MAN DVD TRACK LISTING
1. Hard Workin' Man
2. Back Home Again
3. Lean On Me
4. I'll Still Be Lovin' You
5. Loving God, Loving Each Other
6. Forever And Ever, Amen
7. Only Here For A Little While
8. He Touched Me
9. That's The Way Love Goes
10. I Saw The Light

HARD WORKIN' MAN TV SPECIAL AIRING INFO
May 25: Heartland
8:00 p.m.

May 26: RFD
6:30 p.m.

May 27: Vision
9:00 p.m.

May 27: Vision (Canada)
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May 28: The Walk TV
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May 28: TLN
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May 28: IBN
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May 28: Hope TV
12:00 a.m.

May 28: Hope TV (Canada)
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May 28: TCT
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May 28: The Miracle Channel
5:30 a.m.

May 28: CTS
3:30 p.m.