The Richard Arnold Associates of Philadelphia announced the establishment of the African American Gospel Hall of Fame. It was created as a non-profit entity under the federal guidelines. The AAGMHOF has been created as a vehicle to preserve, enhance and promote the heritage of the multi-cultural gospel music in America and Internationally. Special emphasis will […]
Gospel sensation Erica Campbell has definitely stepped out of the shadows of her hit group Mary Mary. The song made headlines nationwide due to the non-traditional beat and Erica’s rhythmic rapping style. The colorful video is the first single from her Help 2.0 solo album also features cameos from her sister Tina and LaShawn Daniels, […]
WASHINGTON (AP) — Kicking off a foot-stomping, hand-clapping celebration of gospel music, President Barack Obama said Tuesday that this particular genre of music had helped to shape America, beginning with the slave era and continuing on through the civil rights movement and beyond. But “the heart” of gospel still remains true, although it has evolved […]
[WATCH] Erica Campbell Dishes On Starting A Church With Her Husband, Controversial New Single & More
Erica Campbell has a very famous neighbor – our own J. Anthony Brown. “He doesn’t have a Do No Disturb sign, he has a Do Not Disturb presence,” jokes Campbell. The two attend the same Los Angeles church as well. But maybe not anymore as Campbell and her husband, Warryn, started their own church in […]
If you weren’t planning a day on the couch for Easter, you may want to rethink your plans (after church, of course). TV is planning a full day of Easter-themed or spiritual programming and The 2015 Stellar Awards is on that list. It airs on TV One on Easter Sunday on TV One at […]
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Those attending New Salem Baptist Church in north Minneapolis were surprised by a famous visitor during Sunday’s service. There in the front pew was singer, songwriter and musician Stevie Wonder who happened to be in town for a performance at the Target Center. The Rev. Jerry McAfee knows Wonder and extended an […]
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Andrae Crouch was remembered at his funeral in Los Angeles for his dedication to spreading gospel music around the world. The Grammy-winning gospel performer, songwriter and choir director was honored Wednesday during a service at the West Angeles Church of God in Christ. There were performances and appearances by the Rev. […]
A celebration of Andraé Crouch’s life will take place on Tuesday, January 20th and Wednesday, January 21st at West Angeles Church of God In Christ, located at 3600 Crenshaw Blvd in Los Angeles, California. Both services will be open to the public. Tuesday, January 20, 2015 Viewing: 2:00pm – 5:00pm Tribute Celebration: 7:00pm Wednesday, January […]
The gospel world has lost a giant: Andraé Crouch is dead at age 72. According to Gannett News Service: Andraé Crouch, a gospel musician…
Gospel super duo Mary Mary will be performing at the 2015 Fantastic Voyage in April! Erica Campbell says that the duo will be performing on the 2015 Fantastic Voyage. Erica says that since she had a such a great time on the last cruise, she’s looking forward to coming back. And she’s just won a […]
Gospel artist Kurt Carr is a victim of a cyber hoax. His identity was stolen by a scam artist through use of fake social media pages, email addresses and a Google voice number in order to contact fellow musicians, preachers, fans and promoters to steal money. The scam artist even used Carr’s identity to scam […]
Who hosts the longest-running show in the history of cable television? Most people probably don’t know the answer, but it’s Dr. Bobby Jones of Dr. Bobby Jones Gospel on BET. The show has aired for 34 seasons and airs in 62 countries. How did he make it happen? “Nothing but blessings from the Lord and good […]
