Click on the link below and wax nostalgic with vintage Christmas recordings by gospel and spiritual artists, courtesy of “Gospel Memories.”
The program is hosted by TBGB’s own Bob Marovich.
Listen to “Gospel Memories” – Ninth Annual Christmas Caravan
Among the recordings showcased on this year’s Christmas Caravan is the first known commercial recording of a Christmas carol by an African American vocal group: “Silent Night! Holy Night!” by the Elkins Mixed Quartette (recorded Dec. 1926).
The Black Gospel Blog wishes you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Written by : Bob Marovich
Bob Marovich is a gospel music historian, author, and radio host. Founder of Journal of Gospel Music blog (formally The Black Gospel Blog) and producer of the Gospel Memories Radio Show.