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About 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.

Florida’s Own Bessie Pullen, 97-Year-Old Singer, Reflects on Her Life in Gospel Music

2024-09-20T12:30:42-05:00September 20th, 2024|

There aren't many gospel singers left who remember the early days of the genre. But Ms. Bessie Pullen does. The 97-Year-Old singer reflects on her life as a gospel singer in Florida. Her husband, Melvyn Pullen, was a member of the popular quartet the Gospelaires.

Crown Gospel Music Awards 17th Edition to Occur November 24 in Joburg, South Africa

2024-09-11T21:11:09-05:00September 11th, 2024|

Durban, South Africa, Tuesday, 10 September 2024 - Media representatives, colleagues, artists, and the World Gospel Powerhouse team gathered at Ukhozi FM Studios in Durban, South Africa, today for an inspiring press briefing led by Bishop Mpendulo Nkambule, the Executive Producer of the Crown Gospel Music Awards. The atmosphere was [...]

RIP Rev. Dr. Janice Brown-Stephens of “Rough Side of the Mountain” Fame

2024-09-05T16:06:26-05:00September 5th, 2024|

By Robert M. Marovich The Journal of Gospel Music was saddened to learn of the passing of the Reverend Dr. Janice Brown-Stephens. She transitioned from earth to glory on August 30, 2024, at age 80. The following is based on a bio I wrote for the Malaco Music Group website [...]

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