Bob Marovich, Author at Journal of Gospel Music

Karen Lavon Harris Washington

Bob Marovich2014-07-21T21:49:21-05:00November 7th, 2013|

Karen Lavon Harris Washington

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Highly Pha’vord – He’s In Control

Highly Pha’vord – He’s In Control

Bob Marovich2014-07-21T21:49:21-05:00November 7th, 2013|

Highly Pha’vordHe’s In Controlwww.facebook.com/highly.phavordBy Bob Marovich for The Black Gospel BlogOn their 2009 EP, He’s In Control, Highly Pha’vord of St. Louis sounds like a cross between a traditional female quartet and the Davis Sisters, particularly on the drive tempo opener, “Tell It To Jesus.” To a thumping bass and [...]

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Michael Coleman Talks With Keith Staten of Commissioned

Michael Coleman Talks With Keith Staten of Commissioned

Bob Marovich2014-07-21T21:49:21-05:00November 6th, 2013|

Michael P. Coleman interviews Keith Staten, co-founder of Commissioned, for SAC Cultural Hub."No conversation about gospel music groups would be complete without a mention of Commissioned, one of Detroit’s best musical exports. Most gospel aficionados could name superstars Fred Hammond and Marvin Sapp as alumni of the group. Fewer would [...]

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“For God So Loved the World” – Eric Mayo

“For God So Loved the World” – Eric Mayo

Bob Marovich2014-07-21T21:49:21-05:00November 5th, 2013|

“For God So Loved the World”Eric MayoFrom the E-M Records albumThe Spiritual Writings of Eric Mayowww.cdbaby.com/cd/ericmayo/from/greatindiemusicTenor Eric Mayo and his background vocalists smooth jazz John 3:16, then launch into waves of gratitude for its life-giving message. The second half of the song takes on a contemporary gospel flavor, as Mayo vamps [...]

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TBGB Pick of the Week: November 4, 2013

TBGB Pick of the Week: November 4, 2013

Bob Marovich2014-07-21T21:49:21-05:00November 5th, 2013|

“Expecting Great Things”Veronica Petrucci feat. John P. KeeFrom the album Made It Out Alivewww.veronicap.comGospel veterans Veronica Petrucci and John P. Kee collaborate on this slow, dramatic call to expect blessings and great things to come. Petrucci’s supple soprano contrasts with Kee’s raspy interjections as together they build to the song’s emotional [...]

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NIGMA Cares To Feed Less Fortunate this Thanksgiving

Bob Marovich2014-07-21T21:49:22-05:00November 4th, 2013|

From Pastor Kris Jackson:On November 23, 2013, NIGMA Cares (National and Independent Gospel Music Association) will be going to Birmingham, Alabama, to feed the less fortunate for Thanksgiving.NIGMA Cares is anticipating upward to 300 individuals to attend. We can't do this event alone. Would you consider making a financial donation to sponsor this [...]

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And the 2013 How Sweet the Sound Grand Prize Winner is….

Bob Marovich2014-07-21T21:49:22-05:00November 4th, 2013|

The St. Mark Sanctuary Choir of Little Rock, Arkansas.The choir, under the direction of Darius Nelson, was national runner-up last year. Pastor Philip Pointer Sr. is the church's leader.Congratulations to St. Mark Sanctuary Choir...the Best Church Choir in America for 2013!Read more about their journey in The Examiner: www.examiner.com/article/sweet-victory-congratulations-to-the-st-mark-sanctuary-choir.Here's a [...]

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TBGB Interview with Dana Hemphill

Bob Marovich2014-07-21T21:49:22-05:00November 3rd, 2013|

Dana Hemphill, an independent gospel recording artist living in Texas, talked with The Black Gospel Blog's Bob Marovich about her first public singing experience, the influence of the Church of God in Christ on her music, and her new album, I Will Declare.

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Swanee Quintet – The Legacy Continues – Phase II

Swanee Quintet – The Legacy Continues – Phase II

Bob Marovich2014-07-21T21:49:22-05:00November 2nd, 2013|

Swanee Quintet The Legacy Continues – Phase IIOphir Records (release date: October 1, 2013) www.swaneequintet.comBy Bob Marovich for The Black Gospel Blog“Georgia” (aka “Georgia On My Mind”), the final selection on the Swanee Quintet’s new album, The Legacy Continues – Phase II, is a tribute to the quartet’s home state, [...]

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