Beau Williams, R&B and Gospel Singer, Dies at 76
The Journal of Gospel Music learned of the passing on June 17, 2026, of singer Beau Williams.
JGM Pick of the Week – March 2, 2026
With an old-fashioned gospel quartet name but a style that blends old- and new-school, the Echoaires introduce “I Promised Jesus” with an explosion of sound before the song settles into the quintessential quartet backbeat.
World Famous Soul Stirrers Reunite for Historic Gospel Revival
Released under Ruff Moore Media and distributed via DistroKid, Jesus Be a Fence, Vol. 1 captures the essence of the Soul Stirrers’ faith and artistry, combining a touch of modern rhythm with the deeply rooted soul and integrity that made them a household name in gospel music.
Dr. Mark A. Williams – One Touch (EP)
Dr. Mark Williams' One Touch is a three-track EP and the first issue of a planned three-volume succession of releases called The Reconciled Series.
RIP Arthur Lee Crume Sr., Longtime Manager, Guitarist for the Soul Stirrers
JGM was saddened to learn from Kim Ruff-Moore that Arthur Crume of the Soul Stirrers passed away. Kim reported that he died in Savannah Memorial Hospital after a brief illness.
RIP: Pioneer Gospel Singer Vernon Oliver Price
One of the most passionate and anointed voices in gospel music was stilled this week when Mother Vernon Oliver Price passed away at the age of 93.
RIP Robert Dixon, Quartet Singer with the Salem Travelers
JGM announces the passing of gospel quartet singer and group leader Robert Dixon of the Salem Travelers.
“How They Got Over” – Now Streaming and on DVD
First Run Features presents ...Fresh from its Theatrical Release... Robert Clem's New Music Documentary HOW THEY GOT OVER How They Got Over celebrates the spirit of gospel performers and how they helped usher in a musical revolution that changed the world forever! Beginning in the 1920s, Black singers across the [...]
Various Artists – Quartet is in My DNA
Various Artists Quartet is in My DNA 4 Winds / Malaco Music Group (release date: September 10, 2021) www.malaco.com By Robert M. Marovich On Quartet is in My DNA, the brainchild of Roy Ladson of Roy and Revelation, Paul Porter hosts a passel of current-day gospel singers who dust off [...]
Award-Winning Quartet Documentary “How They Got Over” Screening Around the U.S.
From a press release (NOTE: JGM's Bob Marovich appears in the film): How They Got Over tells the story of how Black gospel quartet music became a primary source of what would be known as rock and roll, and in the process helped to break down racial walls in mid-twentieth [...]
