What a weekend it was for Zacardi Cortez. The soulful singer paid tribute to gospel legend Daryl Coley covering the Coley classic Jesus Saves at the annual BMI Trailblazers of Gospel Luncheon and then performed his latest hit “1 on 1” on the 29th annual
DeWayne Woods reunites with PJ Morton for a new radio single fronting a new CD scheduled for a fourth quarter release. Never Be The Same is Woods' first radio single in three years. Also announced was a distribution agreement with Central South for the release
In breaking news announced during Stellar Award Weekend, Chicago's Pastor Charles Jenkins announced the signing of award winning praise and worship leader Byron Cage to the Inspired People roster. “Byron Cage is a genuine statesman of Gospel music,” says Pastor Jenkins. “He is an anointed artist
The Gospel music industry gathered en masse as Broadcast Music, Incorporated (BMI) celebrated the music and ministry of Daryl Coley and Richard Smallwood at its 15th annual Trailblazers of Gospel Music Awards Luncheon. Donnie McClurkin was joined this year by Erica Campbell (Mary Mary) as hosts
As part of its Centennial celebration, The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) will honor Gospel Music during Stellar Award weekend at the 5th annual ASCAP Presents: Morning Glory breakfast. While recognizing the 2014 Stellar nominees, the breakfast will also pay tribute to
Congrats to the GOSPEL nominees for the 45th Annual NAACP Image Awards, taking place February 22, 2014 and airing on TV One. Outstanding Gospel Album - (Traditional or Contemporary) "20 Year Celebration Volume 1 - Best For Last" - Donald Lawrence (Quietwater Entertainment/eOne Music) "Azusa: The Next Generation"
[caption id="attachment_4629" align="alignleft" width="240"] Toya Beasley, President and CEO of Sista Friendz [/caption] Making its repeat appearance during Stellar Award week is Toya Beasley's SistaFriendz Stellar Women of Gospel Awards, celebrating the contributions of female professionals who work "behind-the-scenes" to help bring Gospel Music to the
The Gospel community mourns the passing of Dr. Joyce Taylor, lead singer for the famed Institutional Radio Choir. Known for her fiery, evangelistic vocal delivery, Taylor's voice rang out on a number of Institutional's hits including I Feel The Spirit Moving, If You Hold Out,
Congratulations to model Tish and singer/songwriter/producer Eric Dawkins on the birth of their first child over the holidays. A son, Parker Alexander Dawkins is the new addition for the happy couple who married back in 2012. Parker shares a birthdate with Eric Dawkins' father. We
Damien Sneed is a recipient of the 2014 Medal of Excellence from the Sphinx Foundation. The organization honors three outstanding artists of color who demonstrate artistic excellence, outstanding work ethic, a spirit of determination, and great potential for leadership. Sneed will be recognized along with Carla
