JGM Pick of the Week – November 20, 2023
“Jesus” Sydnee Danielle Revival Music Co. (release date: August 18, 2023)
“Jesus” Sydnee Danielle Revival Music Co. (release date: August 18, 2023)
With the full-throated Biblical People choir supporting him with bursts of staccato lyrics, Weaver reminds the church that when times are toughest, like when loved ones pass away, just let go and let God do his job.
Crawford's performance after the first 90 seconds is what sells the song.
What really sells the track is the mesmerizing soprano of Monique Atkins.
For its sixth album and first in three years, gospel group Anthony Brown and Group TherAPy offers a battery of scripture-based affirmations on its album of the same name.
Malcolm Payton injects a delightfully joyous rhythm into the praise on “He Reigns.”
Jekalyn Carr Jekalyn New Day Entertainment (release date: October 20, 2023) By Robert M. Marovich Jekalyn Carr, gospel music’s queen of encouragement, returns with a self-titled album that captures her unconquerable energy even as the lyrics focus less on the power of positive thinking and action, and more on [...]
Heavenly Rain is a laidback album with smooth vibes enveloping conventional Christian lyrics about the need for blessings in troubled times, the power of prayer, the glory of the hereafter, and the unconditional love of the Lord.
“You’re Gonna Win” Johnny Ruffin Jr. JBP Music Entertainment (release date: July 21, 2023) By Robert M. Marovich Johnny Ruffin Jr.’s new single “You’re Gonna Win,” is his finest effort to date. The North Carolina singer croons soulfully through his own composition, a heartfelt ballad of encouragement to persist [...]
“Tell of His Goodness” was released two years ago, but it has all the ingredients of a gospel choir outing of the 1980s and 1990s.