“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 [...]
Barbara Kimbrough – Heavenly Rain
Heavenly Rain is a laidback album with smooth vibes enveloping conventional Christian lyrics about the need for blessings in troubled times, the power of prayer, the glory of the hereafter, and the unconditional love of the Lord.
JGM Pick of the Week: October 16, 2023
“You’re Gonna Win” Johnny Ruffin Jr. JBP Music Entertainment (release date: July 21, 2023) By Robert M. Marovich Johnny Ruffin Jr.’s new single “You’re Gonna Win,” is his finest effort to date. The North Carolina singer croons soulfully through his own composition, a heartfelt ballad of encouragement to persist [...]
“Already Won” – Norris J feat. La’Kea Stokes
Fort Worth, Texas-based Christian hip hop artist Norris J and La’Kea Stokes take no prisoners on “Already Won.”
“For You and I” – Shunice Hill
On her debut single, “For You and I,” Chicagoan Shunice Hill chooses a quiet storm groove to sing about the selfless love of Jesus.
“Tell of His Goodness” – Jerome L. Ferrell & the Lighthouse Choir feat. Douglas Miller
“Tell of His Goodness” was released two years ago, but it has all the ingredients of a gospel choir outing of the 1980s and 1990s.
JGM Pick of the Week – October 10, 2023
Pastor Mike Jr.’s latest single “Windows” is an exhilarating gush of gratitude for blessings so readily available that they flow through open windows like fresh air or rays of morning sunshine.