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Briana – Bri Babineaux
From its eponymous title and fist-raising opening track “Confident” to the nine inspirational selections that follow, Bri Babineaux’s latest offering finds the gospel singer and songwriter experiencing and commenting on her new decade of life.
JGM Pick of the Week – May 12, 2026
From the boom-chuga-lugga rhythm to the hint of the congregational favorite “When We All Get Together” in the melody to the unrelenting vamp, singer-songwriter David Frazier’s “Finish With the Victory” reminds the listener over and over that it’s not over until it’s over.
Bishop Paul S. Morton and Tehillah Music Group Sign Stephen Hurd
Tehillah Music Group is proud to announce it has added nationally-recognized worship leader Stephen Hurd to its roster of artists, in anticipation of Hurd's new album, set to be released in the coming months.
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Briana – Bri Babineaux
From its eponymous title and fist-raising opening track “Confident” to the nine inspirational selections that follow, Bri Babineaux’s latest offering finds the gospel singer and songwriter experiencing and commenting on her new decade of life.
JGM Pick of the Week – May 12, 2026
From the boom-chuga-lugga rhythm to the hint of the congregational favorite “When We All Get Together” in the melody to the unrelenting vamp, singer-songwriter David Frazier’s “Finish With the Victory” reminds the listener over and over that it’s not over until it’s over.
Bishop Paul S. Morton and Tehillah Music Group Sign Stephen Hurd
Tehillah Music Group is proud to announce it has added nationally-recognized worship leader Stephen Hurd to its roster of artists, in anticipation of Hurd's new album, set to be released in the coming months.
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“Word” Bishop Darrel Petties & Take 2 Independent (release date: November 14, 2025) By Robert M. Marovich “Word,” a declaration to keep the faith by remembering God’s promises during tough [...]
Author and gospel music historian Dr. Kathryn Kemp is teaming up with Chicago's historic Pilgrim Baptist Church to host the screening of Jessica Parker picturesMake a Joyful Noise, a documentary [...]
A recent example of how gospel music is a global phenomenon can be found in Italy and on a single called “I’ll Give to You the Best of Me” by Giovanni Zucchi and Gio’s Project.
GRAMMY-winning San Francisco string quartet Kronos Quartet is out with the third single, “God Shall Wipe All Tears Away,” from their forthcoming album Glorious Mahalia, out April 3 via Smithsonian Folkways.
It’s been a while since we’ve posted anything on the Soul Messengerz, but “New Jerusalem” gives us that opportunity, even if the song was first introduced by the men about two years ago.
“Thirst No More” is the auspicious debut single by the Nu Nations Choir of New Orleans.
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Hood Memorial AME Zion Church Celebration Choir I‘m In His Plans Bison Disc (release date: February 23, 2021) https://hoodmemorialamez.com/ By Robert M. Marovich Time was, you would have looked long and hard in the AME Zion church writ large and found neither gospel music nor gospel singers anywhere within the four walls. Hymns, yes. Anthems, [...]
William Murphy Worship & Justice RCA Inspiration (release date: July 15, 2022) www.rcainspiration.com By Robert M. Marovich Do gospel artists have a responsibility to speak truth to power through their songs? Isn’t all gospel music message music, or should it be more explicit when it comes to the social gospel? Answers vary from artist to [...]
Maverick City x Kirk Franklin Kingdom Book One Tribl Records / Fo Yo Soul / RCA Inspiration (release date: June 17, 2022) By Robert M. Marovich Maverick City Music, gospel’s current “it” group, joined with the venerable Kirk Franklin, no stranger to special event gospel projects, to bring music and ministry to 1,300 Florida inmates. [...]
LATEST PICK OF THE WEEK – SINGLES
“I’m Standing With You” Katie Cloyd ECM Group Nashville (release date: October 31, 2025)
“Blessings” Tanya Nolan Artsessionz (release date: February 7, 2025)
“Abide With Me” Ricky Kej feat. Ricky Dillard From the 2025 CD Gandhi: Mantras of Compassion
A week after Bishop Norman Hutchins left this earth, Pastor Markees Williams released his version of Hutchins’s “Nobody But Jesus.”
The husband-and-wife duo Arbour Season emit vibes of indie pop groups Tennis and Low on the tender “Come to Me,” based on Matthew 11:28-29.
“Conversations with the Gospel Legends” – Allen Cathey and Dianne Williams
Director Allen Cathey and soloist Dianne Williams ("Jesus Can Work it Out") of the world-renowned Cosmopolitan Church of Prayer "Warriors" of Chicago, Illinois, are our guests on "Conversations with the Gospel Legends." Special thanks to Rev. Harold Bailey and Mr. Clarence McMillon for putting the show together expertly every time! [...]
“Conversations with the Gospel Legends” – Min. Kevin Yancy
This episode of "Conversations with the Gospel Legends" with talented singer, songwriter, musician, and producer Min. Kevin Yancy (Fountain of Life Joy Choir) explores the Yancy Family's many significant contributions to gospel music. Special thanks, as always, to the Reverend Harold Bailey, Mr. Clarence McMillon, and the PCC Network for [...]
By Robert Marovich
In A City Called Heaven, gospel announcer and music historian Robert Marovich shines a light on the humble origins of a majestic genre and its indispensable bond to the city where it found its voice: Chicago.
By Robert Marovich
In A City Called Heaven, gospel announcer and music historian Robert Marovich shines a light on the humble origins of a majestic genre and its indispensable bond to the city where it found its voice: Chicago.
By Bob Marovich Like all of us, Brian Courtney Wilson is navigating the raging tempests of 2020 as best he can. He is also using his platform as a GRAMMY-nominated gospel singer, and specifically his new album, Still, to help others weather the storms of life. Wilson’s fifth studio album comes out this Friday, October 16, [...]
By Bob Marovich Earlier this year, the Chicago Children’s Choir was busy coordinating some 5,000 youth meeting in various in-school and after-school ensembles throughout the region. The sound of song was in the air everywhere. Then COVID-19 happened. Choirs became potential virus spreaders. Everything moved to virtual learning. CCC launched the online Arts Enrichment Sessions [...]
By Bob Marovich Where are the musical tributes to the one who wrote “My Tribute?” Who is remembering the man who taught the world to “Always Remember” Jesus? Myron Butler wanted to know. Then he took matters into his own hands. Butler, a multiple Grammy and Stellar-Award winning gospel artist, is releasing a multi-artist collection [...]
JGM was saddened to learn of the passing of Pastor Joseph A. Peay Sr. He transitioned from earth to glory on October 11, 2025, at age 85.
