During the 1980s and 90s, the Mid South Boys and MidSouth band were touring groups who helped to define the musical genres now known as Christian Country, Inspirational Country and Positive Country music. They have won numerous awards, including a Singing News Fan Award for Favorite Newcomer and a Dove Award for Country Recorded Song of the Year for "Without You, I Haven't Got A Prayer.” In 1992, they garnered a Grammy nomination for Best Southern Gospel Album. They also helped to launch a successful "Feed The Children” tour. Eventually, they dropped Boys from the name, and just went by the name “MidSouth.” The group disbanded in 1997 but continue to do reunion concerts from time to time.