JGM Pick of the Week: July 24, 2024
Bobby Rush and the Blind Boys of Alabama never give their fans less than 100 percent, so it’s natural that their first recorded collaboration would be on the Original Gospel Harmonettes’ signature song, “99 ½ Won’t Do.”
Let’s Worship – Elohin
The URL of Elohin’s website spells out the phrase “not your average rapper,” and that’s about right. He demonstrates his differentness on the eight-song album Let’s Worship.
JGM Pick of the Week: July 1, 2024
“Medicine” JDimock Independent (release date: May 8, 2024)
Reba Rambo – Dreamin’ (Remastered)
This year marks the 44th anniversary of Reba Rambo's Dreamin’ and Sony Legacy has remastered it for a new generation.
JGM Pick of the Week – June 24, 2024
“Jesus Lift Me Up” Jim Vierra feat. Ron Poindexter Fifty Something Records (release date: May 6, 2024) By Robert M. Marovich Grammy-nominated vocalist Ron Poindexter’s melodious lead on “Jesus Lift Me Up” fills the song with the vibrant spirit of Hawkins Family-inspired contemporary gospel. The musicians and background vocalists [...]
“Where Would I Be” – Bruce V. Allen feat. Kristian Thomas
Recently recovered from a debilitating stroke, Bruce V. Allen of the Florida-based contemporary gospel jazz duo Allen & Allen returns to the scene with “Where Would I Be.”
Vanessa Bell Armstrong – Today
Those wondering whether Vanessa Bell Armstrong will ever record another album will be pleased to know that Today will be available tomorrow, June 21.
JGM Pick of the Week: June 17, 2024
he incessant and magisterial beat of the CCM-style hymn “All Eyes on King Jesus” by Harry Warrell commands the listener’s attention like a military tattoo.
Various Artists – Blue Collar Gospel: From the Pen of Rick Lang
On Blue Collar Gospel, a quartet of skilled bluegrass players support a passel of gospel vocalists delivering eleven songs by Rick Lang.
Dr. Alyn E. Waller – “I’ve Decided to Make Jesus My Choice”
Dr. Alyn E. Waller brings back Harrison Johnson and the Los Angeles Community Choir’s 1969 testimonial hit, “I’ve Decided to Make Jesus My Choice.”
The Jake Leg Jug Band – Some Glad Morning
The Jake Leg Jug Band Some Glad Morning Green Bullet Records (release date: March 5, 2024) By Robert M. Marovich To categorize the Jake Leg Jug Band as simply a jug band leaves out the group’s traditional jazz, country, and bluegrass influences. All of these styles are on display [...]
“Don’t Give Up” – Earnest Pugh
Earnest Pugh’s new single “Don’t Give Up” is an impassioned but conventional song of encouragement.
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JGM Pick of the Week – May 13, 2024
There’s a lot to like about “Agree,” the new single by James Johnson Jr.
Minister Redeemed – Love Did It
Love Did It is a concise and personal celebration of the love of Jesus that, through his sacrificial death and resurrection, brings new life.
“All Is Well” – Troy Sneed feat. Trey Sneed
Similar to Natalie Cole’s “unforgettable” recorded duet with her late father Nat, Trey Sneed collaborates with his late father, gospel artist and record company owner Troy Sneed, on “All Is Well.”
JGM Pick of the Week – May 6, 2024
“Share the Load” Eric Lee Brumley From the Old Bear Records album Electric Chair (single release date: March 1, 2024)
“I Know a Man” – Charles Jones
“I Know a Man” by Macon, Georgia, singer-songwriter Charles Jones contains lyrical echoes of Brother Joe May’s 1950 hit “Do You Know Him,” but the melody is wholly different.