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RIP Dr. Ron Kenoly: Praise & Worship Music Pioneer
By Robert M. Marovich The Journal of Gospel Music was saddened to hear of the passing of Dr. Ron Kenoly. He transitioned from earth to glory on Tuesday, February 3, at age 81. On the strength of his 1992 Hosanna Music album Lift Him Up, Kenoly became one of the pioneers of the Praise & Worship movement in sacred music. The singer, songwriter, pastor, and acclaimed worship leader was best known for songs such as “Ancient of Days,” “Anointing Fall On Me,” and “Jesus Is Alive.” He released more than 20 albums in his lifetime, was nominated for nine Dove [...]
“Already Done” – USC Upstate Gospel Choir
The USC Upstate Gospel Choir’s single “Already Done” uses Psalm 46:10 (“Be still and know that I am God”) as the foundation for a statement of divine victory.
The Lord Is There (Deluxe Edition) – Regina Vandereijk
North Carolina-born and bred Regina Vandereijk has re-released her recent five-star album, The Lord Is There, as a Deluxe Edition.
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RIP Dr. Ron Kenoly: Praise & Worship Music Pioneer
By Robert M. Marovich The Journal of Gospel Music was saddened to hear of the passing of Dr. Ron Kenoly. He transitioned from earth to glory on Tuesday, February 3, at age 81. On the strength of his 1992 Hosanna Music album Lift Him Up, Kenoly became one of the pioneers of the Praise & Worship movement in sacred music. The singer, songwriter, pastor, and acclaimed worship leader was best known for songs such as “Ancient of Days,” “Anointing Fall On Me,” and “Jesus Is Alive.” He released more than 20 albums in his lifetime, was nominated for nine Dove [...]
“Already Done” – USC Upstate Gospel Choir
The USC Upstate Gospel Choir’s single “Already Done” uses Psalm 46:10 (“Be still and know that I am God”) as the foundation for a statement of divine victory.
The Lord Is There (Deluxe Edition) – Regina Vandereijk
North Carolina-born and bred Regina Vandereijk has re-released her recent five-star album, The Lord Is There, as a Deluxe Edition.
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By Nicole McCray Black History Month coincided with the release of the new compilation, Birthright: A Black Roots Music Compendium (Craft Recordings, 2023). Listeners who want to learn about Black [...]
Cheryl Boggs’ anthemic “Get Up” is directed at everyone who has been hurt and hides their pain behind a brave face.
(Atlanta, GA – March 7, 2023) BMI (Broadcast Music, Inc.) will honor Gospel superstars Tamela and David Mann and Dr. Bobby Jones at its 22nd Annual Trailblazers of Gospel [...]
“Proof” K.T. Ellis feat. Kenneth Coleman Blacksmoke Music Worldwide (2023)
“Building – ‘What Are You Waiting On?’” Erica Reed EDP Entertainment (release date: October 21, 2021) By Robert M. Marovich I’ve followed the career of St. Louis-based indie gospel [...]
On the mellow “If I Don’t Wake Up,” the quartet members reassure their loved ones that they “fixed it up with Jesus a long, long time ago” and are therefore ready to receive their crown and “golden shoes” when the great day comes.
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“Nada me Faltara’” Denyse Bittencourt From the CD Um Minuto Mais www.denysebittencourt.com.br “Nada me Faltara’,” from Brazilian songstress and songwriter Denyse Bittencourt’s Um Minuto Mais, envelops the listener in an easy warmth of mood and tone. Bittencourt’s crystal clear soprano is tinged with just enough passion to bring the song to an intense apex. The title [...]
“God’s Got Me” Dexter Walker & Zion Movement https://www.cdbaby.com/cd/dexterwalkerandzionmovem From the Chicago choir that won the 2012 Verizon How Sweet the Sound search for the Best Church Choir in America, “God’s Got Me” is a confident declaration of soul comfort sung from within the everlasting arms of the Lord. It’s an embrace that feels so [...]
“He’s Been Good” Dr. A. Edward Davis Jr. & St. John Mass Choir (feat. Omar Kane) Pure Sound Music Group (release date: September 22, 2015) www.cdbaby.com/cd/draedwarddavisjr With “He’s Been Good,” the St. John Mass Choir echoes the rousing gospel choirs of Chicago’s Fellowship M.B., Cosmopolitan Church of Prayer, and Christian Tabernacle churches, and the famed [...]
“Up and Praise Em” Judah Band Xist Music (2015) www.xistmusic.com It’s hard not to be drawn in by the irresistible polyrhythms and the shoulder-rolling zoot suit feel of this mid-tempo rouser by the Judah Band. The lyrics are a simple call to get on one’s feet and praise, but the music all but compels one [...]
“Yes Lord Yes” Pastor Paul Ruffin & the Forge Temple COGIC Sanctuary Choir From the Heavenly Spirit Music CD Yes Lord (2014) www.cdbaby.com/cd/pastorpaulruffinpresents Using the Church of God in Christ’s signature “Yes Lord” chant as its springboard, Pastor Paul Ruffin and the Forge Temple COGIC Sanctuary Choir of Birmingham, Alabama, construct a gospel piece out [...]
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.
