At 97, Bessie Pullen Is Still Singing the Gospel
At 97, Florida's own Bessie Pullen still sings gospel songs at her church. She offers up two here for the Journal of Gospel Music.
Florida’s Own Bessie Pullen, 97-Year-Old Singer, Reflects on Her Life in Gospel Music
There aren't many gospel singers left who remember the early days of the genre. But Ms. Bessie Pullen does. The 97-Year-Old singer reflects on her life as a gospel singer in Florida. Her husband, Melvyn Pullen, was a member of the popular quartet the Gospelaires.
“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.”
JGM Pick of the Week: December 11, 2023
“What Is This I Got? Holy Ghost” proves that although it has new personnel, the sound of the New C Lord Cs is consistent with its roots in traditional gospel quartet going back to 1954.
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 – January 9, 2023
“All Things Are Working” Joe Pace feat. Callie Day Pace Music Group (release date: November 18, 2022)
Becky Isaacs of The Isaacs Released from Skyline Medical Center Over The Weekend Following Dec. 15 Car Accident
On December 15, Nashville-based artist Becky Isaacs was hit head-on in a two-car collision in Hendersonville, Tennessee, leaving one person dead.
“You Win” – Jovan Whyte
“You Win” Jovan Whyte Minister J Music (release date: March 18, 2022) https://windermerefl.adventistchurch.org/ By Robert M. Marovich With Kevin Winebarger, Jovan Whyte co-wrote the melodic “You Win” during a particularly low point in the pandemic as a reminder that when all is said and done, the Lord will render you [...]
JGM Pick of the Week: August 15, 2022
“It’s On the Way” Gia Wyre 141st Lane Music (release date: May 6, 2022) By Robert M. Marovich Peace, joy, and happiness is coming, sings Miami songstress Gia Wyre at a breathless pace, on “It’s On the Way.” Near the vamp, Wyre lets loose with some good old quartet-style moaning [...]
“What More Can He Do? (Already Done)” – LaNorris McFadden & P.R.O.O.F. ft. Beverly Crawford
“What More Can He Do? (Already Done)” LaNorris McFadden & P.R.O.O.F. ft. Pastor Beverly Crawford Independent (release date: September 18, 2020) By Robert M. Marovich Although nearly two years old, Elder LaNorris McFadden & P.R.O.O.F.’s “What More Can He Do” continues to be promoted to media, and I can see [...]
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