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 [...]
“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 [...]
“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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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.
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, [...]
Bobby Jones: Gospel Music Legend Reveals Painful Past - US - CBN News - Christian News 24-7 - CBN.com
Voting for 2014 Rhythm of Gospel Awards begins November 1, 2013, and runs through March 1, 2014.Click here to vote for your favorite independent gospel and inspirational artists: Rhythm of Gospel Awards.The main awards show, along with music showcases, workshops, media awards, and the inaugural Miss Rhythm of Gospel Scholarship [...]
Washington, DC gospel announcer and quartet maven Vania "MsVee" Edwards of WYCB just informed us that Karen Washington, of Karen Washington and the Singing Stars, passed away.The Post-Searchlight reported that Washington, 53, passed away Thursday, Oct. 31, 2013, at Archbold Medical Center.Bruton Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.Karen was a [...]
