The Singing Gravleys originated in the small
town of Fries located in Southwest Virginia.
Rev. Alex Gravley, a Pentecostal Holiness
Preacher, and his two daughters, Phyllis and
Delores, began this group in the 80’s. After
singing for several years and 3 recordings, they
decided to quit traveling and singing due to his
failing health.
Several years after Mr. Gravley's death, his
son, Ronnie, told the girls he was ready to join
them and start the group again, much to their
delight. The group consists of Ronnie Gravley,
Fries, VA; Phyllis King, Wytheville, VA; and
Delores Boone, Galax, VA. The musicians are
Brandon Davis, lead guitar from Independence,
VA; Gary Davis, bass from Galax, VA; Robert Mabe,
rhythm guitar from Ivanhoe, VA; Ronnie, rhythm
guitar; and, Delores, keyboard.
Their first CD, “When The Trumpet Sounds”, was
recorded in April 2004 at Eastwood Studio in
Cana, VA. Two of the songs, “When the Trumpet
Sounds” and “Don’t Let That Ship Go Down” were
written by Ronnie. This group does most of
their singings in VA but has traveled to NC for
several singings. For bookings, you can call
276-236-1847 or 276-233-4706.