“Press On” – Da T.R.U.T.H. & Isaac Carree
It’s gratifying to see contemporary gospel artists like Isaac Carree and Christian rapper Da T.R.U.T.H. featured on the same soundtrack as top R&B artists like Jill Scott.
“Drummer Boy” – The Disciple Travelers
Look out, Pentatonix—the Disciple Travelers gospel quartet performs a spectacular percussive a cappella version of “Drummer Boy.”
JGM Pick of the Week – December 4, 2023
After listening to Andy McGuire’s “All Mighty God,” anyone who has lost loved ones to Alzheimer’s disease will need to have tissue handy.
“Safe” – Summer
The conviction in Summer Pearson’s voice is palpable on “Safe,” a prayer-closet call for protection and for a restoration of faith.
“Shine On Me” – Nikki Berry
Nikki Berry’s “Shine on Me,” a vocal solo with only organ accompaniment, is the kind of gospel performance that enlivens a church congregation.
JGM Pick of the Week – November 20, 2023
“Jesus” Sydnee Danielle Revival Music Co. (release date: August 18, 2023)
“His Job” – Dr. E. LaQuint Weaver II feat. Biblical People
With the full-throated Biblical People choir supporting him with bursts of staccato lyrics, Weaver reminds the church that when times are toughest, like when loved ones pass away, just let go and let God do his job.
“Lord You Are Good” – Beverly Crawford
Crawford's performance after the first 90 seconds is what sells the song.
“Kingdom Sound” – Monique Atkins
What really sells the track is the mesmerizing soprano of Monique Atkins.
JGM Pick of the Week – November 13, 2023
“Shout Like You Got It” Bishop Norman Hutchins IR Music Group (release date: March 24, 2023)
Anthony Brown & Group TherAPy – Affirmations
For its sixth album and first in three years, gospel group Anthony Brown and Group TherAPy offers a battery of scripture-based affirmations on its album of the same name.
JGM Pick of the Week – November 6, 2023
“I’ll See Him” Highway QCs feat. Spencer Taylor Jr. Independent / DJJ Music Media (release date: August 10, 2023)
Todd Dulaney – The Journey
n his latest album, The Journey, worship leader and Chicagoland resident Todd Dulaney continues to deliver P&W selections steeped in Biblical wisdom.
JGM Pick of the Week: October 31, 2023
“Great and Mighty” Dorinda Clark Cole Malaco Music Group (release date: October 13, 2023)
“Running to the Light” – Amanda Joy Powell
“Running to the Light” is another melodic treat from Ontario-born Christian singer-songwriter Amanda Joy Powell.
“He Reigns” – Malcolm Payton
Malcolm Payton injects a delightfully joyous rhythm into the praise on “He Reigns.”
JGM Pick of the Week: October 24, 2023
Christian singer Lauren Daigle’s single is her best since the 2018 smash hit, “You Say.”
Jekalyn Carr – Jekalyn
Jekalyn Carr Jekalyn New Day Entertainment (release date: October 20, 2023) By Robert M. Marovich Jekalyn Carr, gospel music’s queen of encouragement, returns with a self-titled album that captures her unconquerable energy even as the lyrics focus less on the power of positive thinking and action, and more on [...]