Congratulations to all the artists and behind-the-scenes experts who made the 25th Stellar Awards First Ballot!
Special congratulations go out to Chicago gospel singer Shirley Bell from her record company, OverBoard Records.
A product of the hallowed music department of Fellowship MB Church, founded by Rev. Dr. Clay Evans, Shirley made it in Category 6 – “New Artist of the Year” for her debut solo project, God Can Do Anything.
Darrell Jay Jones, Owner and CEO of OverBoard Records, shared some high praise the singer has received:
“Shirley Bell is the seasoned, dynamic, anointed singer that you expect from Chicago. She can ‘sang’!” – Bishop Sam Williams, Vice Chairman, Gospel Announcers Guild – Gospel Music Workshop of America
“Shirley has strong vocals that take you straight to church!” – Mike Chandler, President – Rejoice Musical Soul Food Network
Darrell encourages the gospel music public to visit www.thestellarawards.com and “vote number 1” for Shirley in Category 6!
Written by : 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.