Journal of Gospel Music’s Best CDs, Singles and Historic Reissues of 2025
As is our custom for this time of year, the Journal of Gospel Music presents its "best of" lists in the category of singles, albums, and historical reissues.
JJ Hairston’s JamesTown Music Inks Partnership Deal with Motown Gospel
JamesTown Music, founded by GRAMMY-nominated and multiple Stellar Award winner, JJ Hairston, has announced the signing of a deal finalizing a partnership between Motown Gospel and JamesTown Music.
Capitol Christian Music Group Promotes Walter Thomas to VP, Artist Development of Motown Gospel/Tamla Records
Capitol Christian Music Group (CCMG) has announced the promotion of Walter Thomas to Vice President of Artist Development at Motown Gospel and TAMLA Records. Additionally, Alexandria "Dria" Dollar has joined CCMG in the role of Senior Director of A&R at TAMLA & Motown Gospel.
JGM Pick of the Week – August 28, 2023
On a single oozing with old school soul, gospel crooner Gene Moore endorses the power of believing, especially on the bad days.
Stellar Gospel Music Awards – 2023 Awardees
Pastor Mike Jr., Blacksmoke Music Worldwide recording artist, took home eight statues, including Artist of the Year and Song of the Year, for "Impossible," at the 38th Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards celebration.
Brian Courtney Wilson – Transitions
Picks: “Always Peace,” “Waiting,” “Call My Name”
Black Smoke Music Worldwide Announces Distribution and Label Partnership with Motown Gospel and Capitol CMG’s RE:Think
Led by Founder & CEO Kerry Douglas, Black Smoke Music Worldwide is already making way for the release of new music from 11-time Stellar Award winner Pastor Mike, Jr. with the infectious new radio anthem, “Impossible” feat. James Fortune.
Keith “Wonderboy” Johnson Dies Suddenly at 50
September 30, 2022 - One of the current kings of gospel quartet music, Keith “Wonderboy” Johnson, has died suddenly at the age of 50. Johnson was found dead in his Atlanta, GA, home this morning. An autopsy is scheduled. Johnson was known for big gospel radio hits such as “Let [...]
Motown Gospel Signs South African Artist HLE in First-Ever Direct Global Deal
(NASHVILLE, TN) - February 17, 2022 - Motown Gospel, a division of Capitol CMG/Capitol/Universal Music Group, announces the signing of South African singer, songwriter, and television personality HLE to an exclusive recording agreement. The partnership is the first of its kind, representing the only direct signing of a global artist [...]
Motown Gospel Partners with Karew Records in Signing Karen Clark Sheard
(Nashville, TN) - February 10, 2022 - Globally-acclaimed label Motown Gospel (a division of Capitol CMG/Capitol and Universal Music Group) is honored to announce the signing of legendary 4-time GRAMMY-winning singer, musician, songwriter, entrepreneur, and First Lady of COGIC (Church of God in Christ) Karen Clark Sheard, in partnership with [...]
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