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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.

BeBe and CeCe Winans – “Grace”

2014-07-21T21:57:44-05:00September 13th, 2009|

You've heard "Close to You." Now you can listen to a "leaked" (wink wink) copy of BeBe and CeCe Winans' "Grace." It's from the duo's much anticipated album Still, their first release together in fifteen years. It will be available October 6, 2009 from Malaco/B & C Records.

“Dance – The CampShake” – Jules “Juda” and the JudaCamp

2014-07-21T21:57:44-05:00September 13th, 2009|

“Dance – The CampShake”Jules “Juda” and the JudaCamp (JudaMuzik 2009)www.myspace.com/judacamp“Now that I got these shackles off, I’m gonna dance.”And dance they do. I dare you not to follow suit when listening to JudaCamp’s latest single, “Dance - The CampShake.” From its quick-tempo, ragtime-like beat to the ad lib call-and-response to [...]

“G.O.D. Remix” – Canton Jones feat. Big Ran

2014-07-21T21:57:44-05:00September 12th, 2009|

“G.O.D. Remix”Canton Jones, feat. Big RanFrom the forthcoming CAJO International album Kingdom Business 2 (scheduled release date: October 6, 2009)www.cantonjones.netOpening like a ‘90s era Seal single, the disembodied voice of Canton Jones floating in calm clouds of cool electronica, the “G.O.D. Remix” suddenly pumps into full rhythm as CJ elucidates [...]

Mr. J. Medeiros – Friends Enemies Apples Apples

2014-07-21T21:57:45-05:00September 10th, 2009|

Mr. J. MedeirosFriends Enemies Apples Apples(available September 20, 2009)www.MrJMedeiros.comBorn of Portugese and Scottish descent, Mr. J. Medeiros (pronounced Mah-DEAR-es) became enamored with the hip hop world at an early age. In 1997, he turned his passion for hip hop into a vocation by organizing The Procussions. For a decade, the [...]

The Return of Robert Dixon and the Original Salem Travelers

2014-07-21T21:57:45-05:00September 8th, 2009|

Robert Dixon and the Original Salem TravelersThe Return of Robert Dixon and the Original Salem TravelersTrue 2 U Corporation 2004www.cdbaby.com/cd/robertdixonIn the 1960s and 1970s, the Salem Travelers of Chicago were known for soulful harmonies, glass-shattering lead singing and a repertory of songs that provided social commentary on the troubles of [...]

TBGB Pick of the Week: September 7, 2009

2014-07-21T21:57:45-05:00September 7th, 2009|

“So Glad He Saved Me”Monica Lisa StevensonFrom the Puretonez Productions CD Finally…In God’s Time 2009www.myspace.com/monicalisastevensonHard-singing, altar-pacing, hand-waving, church-wrecking Monica Lisa Stevenson is right at home on “So Glad He Saved Me,” a traditional-style roof raiser. Great God almighty, this young singer with an old soul has the traditional sound down [...]

“Drug Free Me” – Trodigy

2014-07-21T21:57:45-05:00September 7th, 2009|

“Drug Free Me”Trodigywww.myspace.com/trodigyTrodigy is a five member Christian band from Las Vegas whose name means “Trinity led prodigies.” Armed with electric violin, guitar, bass, drums and keyboard, the group tosses everything but the kitchen sink into their stylistic mix. The lyrics address real-life issues with no sugar coating or commercial [...]

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