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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.

“Resting On His Promise” – Youthful Praise

2014-07-21T21:58:02-05:00June 11th, 2009|

“Resting On His Promise”Youthful PraiseFrom the forthcoming Evidence Records CD Resting On His Promise (slated for release August 11, 2009)http://www.youthfulpraise.org/Stellar-nominated contemporary worship choir Youthful Praise and its leader James JJ Hairston are about to hit the summer highway to promote their fifth CD, Resting On His Promise, recorded live in [...]

Rockin’ Gospel Sing-Off Seeks Contestants

2014-07-21T21:58:02-05:00June 10th, 2009|

From a Press Release:Christian Action Ministries (CAM) of Branson, Missouri is seeking contemporary, traditional and southern gospel singing groups that are interested in competing for 12 finalist positions at CAM’s Rockin’ Gospel Sing-Off to be held on September 7, 2009.A committee, headed by veteran Branson show producer Joe Sullivan, will [...]

A Page from My Heart – Christopher Page & the Dream Keeper’s Ensemble

2014-07-21T21:58:02-05:00June 10th, 2009|

Christopher Page & the Dream Keeper’s EnsembleA Page from My HeartRestoration Records 2008www.myspace.com/christopherpageandthedreamkeepersA former professor of gospel music at the University of Maryland and an ordained minister of the Church of God (Anderson, IN), DC-based Christopher Page demonstrates his knowledge and understanding of music and Scripture on A Page from [...]

TBGB Pick of the Week: June 8, 2009

2014-07-21T21:58:02-05:00June 9th, 2009|

“The Man in Room 1009”Jerry Lawson & James Power, feat. the JerryettesSelf-produced 2009www.jamespower.netIt’s been a while since someone released a tribute single upon the passing of a gospel artist.Back in the day, superstars such as Mahalia Jackson, Brother Joe May, Archie Brownlee and James Cleveland received musical tributes upon their [...]

I Still Believe – Bishop Larry D. Trotter & the Sweet Holy Spirit Combined Choirs

2014-07-21T21:58:02-05:00June 7th, 2009|

Bishop Larry D. Trotter & the Sweet Holy Spirit Combined ChoirsI Still BelieveUtopia Music Group and Tyscot Records 2009www.tyscot.comIt’s not surprising to hear references to Job on Bishop Trotter and the Combined Choirs of Sweet Holy Spirit’s seventh CD, I Still Believe. Battling acute health problems and other trials and [...]

One Million-Plus Ringtone Sales for “Never Would Have Made It”

2014-07-21T21:58:02-05:00June 6th, 2009|

From Verity Gospel Music Group:MARVIN SAPP’S “NEVER WOULD HAVE MADE IT” REACHES MORE THAN 1 MILLION IN RINGTONE SALESSONG CLAIMS ANOTHER BREAKTHROUGH FOR SAPP, WHO BECOMES FIRST GOSPEL ARTIST TO SELL OVER 1 MILLION RINGTONESNew York, NY – June 4, 2009 – The milestones continue to pour in for Marvin [...]

The Golden Wings Quartet of Tupelo, MS – Live from Muskegon Heights, MI

2014-07-21T21:58:02-05:00June 4th, 2009|

The Golden Wings Quartet of Tupelo, MSLive from Muskegon Heights, MISelf-produced 2008www.GoldenWingsQuartet.comLive recordings by gospel quartets are a treat because their audiences rival those of English football clubs for their outpouring of enthusiasm and intense loyalty. Similarly, the in-person interchange between audience/fans and quartet/team inspires the latter to take play [...]

Chicago Gospel Music Festival — Fine in ’09!

2014-07-21T21:58:02-05:00June 4th, 2009|

Donnie McClurkin and Kirk Franklin headline a star-studded Chicago Gospel Music Festival. The fest will be held in Chicago's beautiful Millenium Park Saturday, June 6 and Sunday, June 7.For more information, visit http://www.chicagogospelmusicfestival.us/.Below is the roster of performers from the Festival website. You are in for a treat the entire [...]

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