Archive for June, 2007
GLADYS KNIGHT RELEASES DEBUT GOSPEL ALBUM: Titled “One Voice”
Music indusrty and R&B legend Gladys Knight has released her first debut gospel album. The album “One Voice” is a traditional easy listening gospel album. Gladys Knight and her powerful vocal presence is, in fact, enriched by a 100-voice choir, celebrating gospel music, have really put together a great selections of uplifting praise [...]
TONEX SPLIT’S FROM LABEL FOR THE 2ND TIME: Zomba Music Group Say Buy
Tonex has once again split from his label Zomba Music Group. It has been a very controversial month for Tonex and hearing this news today, really doesn’t help Tonex.
Nearly 3 months after re-signing with Zomba Gospel Group, the label has released controversial gospel artist Tonex from their roster of artists.
CRISSY COLLINS DEBUT ALBUM “Faith in Progress”
Crissy Collins is one of gospel music’s latest additions. Crissy Collins has release her debut album titled “Faith in Progress“. This album is a mix of traditional gospel, contempary gospel, R&B and neo-soul. “Faith in Progress” will bless and uplift you through songs like “Will Be Done” and “Hold On“. This [...]
JONATHAN BUTLER PERFORMS DURING BLACK MUSIC MONTH: Also Releases New Album “Brand New Day”
South African born Jonathan Butler performes during Black Music Month. This is an opportune time to perpetuate the excellent musical heritage of African Americans. Where our struggles and triumphs as a people, through gospel or spirituals as its base. As African Americans our music gave America its music and enriched the lives of [...]
ISAAC SIMPSON & DIVINE PROVIDENCE: New Kids On The Block
Gospel music’s new kid on the block Isaac Simpson & DP have a record deal. Isaac Simpson & Divine Providence have been singing together for nine years and only until recently did they capture the attention of a record company. Herb O’Neal, President of Alliant Music Group says that he is expecting great accomplishments [...]
TONEX ANDRESSES GAY INNUENDO BY VIDEO: Check Out The Clip On YOUTUBE
When you face life’s trials and tribulations, it some time feels like you under constant attack. All of us handle trials and tribulations his or her own way. That is certainly the case with award winning gospel artist Tonex.
In the song entitled “The Naked Truth“, the award-winning gospel singer raps about being “truthful” to [...]
JUNE ROCHELLE Releases Debut Album Title “Changing Places”
June Rochelle debut album Sounds like … a mix of overtly Christian and inspirational songs in smooth R&B a la Anita Baker or Oleta Adams, with some hip-hop and jazz. At a glance …despite occasional missteps, fans of dreamy, smooth R&B will enjoy June Rochelle’s warm, soulful voice and positive messages.
Indianapolis-based vocalist June Rochelle [...]
CARL BRISTER: Releases New Urban Contempary Gospel Album “FOCUS”
What do you get when you combine a modern day minister, with modern day music, and the word of God delivered in modern day language?
You get the music ministry of Carl Brister (formerly known as “Briss.”) and his latest CD “Focus“. The release of “Focus,” comes on the heels of Carl Brister 2000 [...]
The Life Of Mahalia Jackson Immortalized On Film
Mahailia Jackson was brought up in a strict religious atmosphere. When she was 16 she went to Chicago and joined the Greater Salem Baptist Church choir, where her remarkable contralto voice soon led to her selection as a soloist.
No one exemplifies the world of gospel like Mahalia Jackson, the genre’s first superstar, who brought gospel [...]
KIM BURRELL SET TO HEADLINE FUNDRAISER: Gospel Power Cruise 2007
Stellar Award Winner Kim Burrell will headline a concert on the Gospel Power Cruise 2007. Kim Burrell along with Gia Wyre-Miller will help raise money for nonprofit organizations. It is a 6 Day Caribbean cruise visiting multiple ports of maximum fun. Sailing from Ft. Lauderdale Florida on October 7th 2007 to colorful destinations [...]
Richard Smallwood & Vision “I’ll Trust You”
This clip is from Richard Smallwood & Vision new album “Journey-Live in New York” the song is titled “I’ll Trust You“. This is Richard Smallwood & Vision at there best. You will not be disappointed.
Enjoy…
Richard Smallwood & Vision – I’ll Trust You
Richard Smallwood & Vision minister with “I’ll Trust You,” the single [...]
‘JOURNEY-LIVE IN NEW YORK’ #1 Debut: Richard Smallwood celebrates
Gospel legend Richard Smallwood has his first ever #1 debut with the release of his new 2-disc set Journey-Live in New York, which was released Tuesday, June 5, 2007. The album is the highest charting release of Richard Smallwood’s career.
Guests on the album include his current choir, Vision; Kim Burrell, who lends [...]
JOI MARSHALL: Former member of R&B Group JADE; Gospel CD is scheduled for fall release.
Joi Marshall is the latest R&B artist to cross over to gospel. Record label 8th Day Entertainment recently formed an alliance with Amen Gospel and EMI Gospel to distribute Joi Marshall’s forthcoming gospel CD, “Testimony & Praise.”
Joi Marshall, a Chicago native, is a former member of the ’90s platinum R&B group Jade, which had [...]
‘KIDZ FAITH 2, THE TAKEOVER’ RELEASE SET: Produced by Dr. Creflo and Pastor Taffi Dollar.
Kidz Faith 2 (KF2), are a group of young people (ages 8-15) recently released their debute album, “Kidz Faith 2, The Takeover” on Arrow Records, an affiliate of Creflo Dollar Ministries.
Produced by Dr. Creflo and Pastor Taffi Dollar, “The Takeover” shows off the talents of these lively youths.
AMERICAN IDOL’S NADIA TURNER: New DVD “Lord Help Us”
American Idol’s Nadia Turner has released her latest DVD “Lord Help Us“. This DVD is a funny, inspirational movie that follows the lives of two best friends, Kayla and Jewels, who help a recently widowed pastor battle church rumors that he’s eloping with a woman nearly 35 years his junior. The film is currently available [...]
JERARD WOODS: Session singer leaps from backstage to center stage with debut Album “I Waited”.
Gospel music’s newest sensation Jerard Woods has been a back-up singer for some of gospel music’s leading artist, such as Martha Munizzi, Israel Houghton, Juanita Bynum, Donald Lawence, Aaron Neville, Michael W. Smith and many others. He’s spent most of the last decade performing with CeCe Winans.
Jerard Woods realizing a lifelong dream, he and [...]
SHIRLEY CAESAR TO RECORD 40th ANNIVERSARY CD/DVD RECORDING:
The First Lady of Gospel and eleven-time Grammy winner, Shirley Caesar is celebrating the 40th anniversary of her solo career/ministry on July 14, 2007 at 7:30 p.m. with a CD/DVD recording at Mount Calvary Holy Church of America, the church Shirley Caesar pastors in Raleigh, North Carolina.
The Shubel/Light Records [...]
SOULED OUT
In association with United by One and Verse II Impress, SOULED OUT is back on June 21.
Inspirational artistes on the night include.
The Dawn www.thedawnmusic.com
Sugar Black www.myspace.com/andreaencinas
Clinton Jordan www.myspace.com/clintonjordan
Leon Timbo (USA) www.myspace.com/leontimbo
and headlining will be FOUR KORNERS www.fourkornerz.com
The F!RSTBORN team are excited to present our showcase.
Trust me this event will be outstanding!!! [...]
LET THE TRUMPETS SOUND CONCERT
Let The Trumpets Sound Concert, is a night not to miss. This event will feature some of the UK’s best and up and coming gospel artist. Book early to avoid dissapointment. For more info check out the flyer below.
FRENCHIE DAVIS: Former American Idol Contestant Stars As Mahalia Jackson
Actress-singer Frenchie Davis, a former American Idol contestant, knows the stage. Before Frenchie Davis to joins the Tony Award-winning musical, “Rent” she performed in several plays, including the highly acclaimed “Dreamgirls.” In August, Davis will add another play to her resume. Frenchie Davis star as Mahalia Jackson in “Mahalia – A Gospel Musical.”
