RIP: Jeffrey Newberry of the Gospel Keynotes
The Journal of Gospel Music was saddened to learn of the passing of quartet singer Jeffrey Newberry on December 14, 2025. He was 69 years old.
RIP: Katie Sankey, Jefferson County, Alabama, Gospel Singer
The Journal of Gospel Music was saddened to learn of the passing of Ms. Katie Sankey, a gospel singer from the rich sacred singing tradition of Jefferson County, Alabama.
RIP: Elder Goldwire McLendon, Member of the Savettes and BET Sunday Best Finalist
Gospel singer Elder Goldwire McLendon passed away on December 17, 2025, at age 95.
JGM Pick of the Week – December 15, 2025
Taylor Janay’s introspective gospel ballad “I Pray” offers refreshing relief from the routine gospel lyric.
Enon Music Group Launches EMG CARES Humanitarian Arm and Forthcoming 2026 I Still Believe National Tour
The first efforts of EMG Cares will be to directly impact communities across the country in tandem with the label's upcoming 2026 I Still Believe Tour: Building Unity, Igniting Hope!
Sponsored Post: Melba Moore Memoir “This Is It” Available Now
Melba Moore's new memoir, "This Is It," is available now through Amazon Books.
RIP: Rev. Dr. Issac Whittmon, Chicago-Based Pastor and GRAMMY-Nominated Gospel Artist
Rev. Dr. Issac Whittmon, Founder and Senior Pastor of Greater Metropolitan Church of Christ in Chicago, has passed away.
RIP: Judy Cheeks – Singer, Daughter of Rev. Julius Cheeks
Judy Cheeks, daughter of Reverend Julius Cheeks and a singing star during the disco era, passed away on November 26 at the age of 71.
Jamel Strong Signs With Mixed Bag Entertainment
Jamel Strong has signed a record deal with one of the most talked about labels this year, Mixed Bag Entertainment.
Ina Allen with Glen Allen: Sunday Morning Reflections
Simply and crisply produced, Sunday Morning Reflections contains 20 attractive ambient Christian music selections for solo piano with a brief Scriptural reading preceding each song.
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