Gospel Music News
1. Grammy winning Gospel music artists Edwin and Walter Hawkins, Sandi Patty, and The Winans will be receiving the President’s Merit Award at the 2008 GRAMMY Salute To Gospel Music event. It will be held in Washington, D.C, Wed. June 18 at 7:30 p.m. at the historic Lincoln Theatre. The event will include performances from gospel, contemporary Christian and contemporary artists under the music direction of GRAMMY-winning producer Donald Lawrence.~Grammy Salute
2. Be sure to get your copy of Bobby Jones & Time Life’s “Ultimate Gospel” 7-CD Box set. The half-hour TV commercial spot is currently showing on BET and BETJ with Tramaine Hawkins and Smokie Norful.
The gift box is divided into seven CDs. The 20-song Peace in the Valley volume features 1950s hits such as Mahalia Jackson’s “In the Upper Room.” The 16-song Oh Happy Day set boasts gospel crossover hits by the Staple Singers and the Mighty Clouds of Joy.
The In the Spirit suite revisits 15 inspiring classics by Sounds of Blackness and others. The I Need You Now set includes 15 tracks from EMI Gospel’s vaults such as Aaron Neville’s “A Change is Gonna Come” and CeCe Winans’ “I Surrender All.” Then, there’s the 30- song More Than A Melody compilation with tunes ranging from Al Green’s “Precious Lord” to a rare remix of Kirk Franklin’s R&B smash “Stomp.”
Testify is another 30-song set boasting rarities such as Alabama State Mass Choir’s “My Soul Got Another Dip” and favorites such as Fred Hammond’s “Glory to Glory.” Finally, Body + Soul Gospel is a 24-song album featuring R&B artists such as Luther Vandross, Whitney Houston, Boyz II Men and Patti Labelle performing their favorite inspirational or gospel songs. Source
Notes From Lakewood Church-Best.Worship.Ever.
PLACE: Lakewood Church-Houston, Tx, Joel Osteen, Pastor
DATE: Saturday, March 12, 2008
TIME: 7:00 p.m.
THE MUSIC:
Worship Team: Steve Crawford, Da’dra Crawford Greathouse, Israel Houghton, Choir & Band
Songs: Here I Am To Worship, We Win, Great in Power, Forever, Friend of God, Free To Worship
Ok, the title is a bit misleading because I think that every worship service is great. The atmosphere is always charged with excitement to enter into God’s presence. Everywhere you look you see faces of joy and anticipation.
Missed Cindy, but Steve, Da’dra, & Israel did a great job. One of my favorite worship songs to hear is “Forever.” I love the melody of the song and the words are simple and right on target. God is all around and it will always be that way. This song gently reminds me to stop stressing out and remember that God’s love and grace is enduring.
Forever God is faithful,
Forever God is strong,
Forever God is with us,
Forever and ever.
The Kids team is doing a great job with the kids choir. They were every bit of cute in their red and black and full of energy! They sung “My Number One” from the Hillsong Kids CD, which struck me as a great song for kids to learn. Great way to deposit that Jesus should always be number one in our lives. Loved the little rap part with the three little boys! Be sure to catch what Pastor Marcos said one of the little boys asked him after the song.
THE MESSAGE:
Scripture References:Mark 16, Psalm 63, Romans 10:14
Subject: Being A Messenger of the Best News
Quick Notes From The Sermon: The message was given by Spanish Pastor Marcos Witt, who’s unique and comical style never fails to get the message across clearly. He said that because we are always surrounded by bad news, good news is always fun to share. In true Marcos style he had a Houston Chronicle newspaper that he thumbed through reading off the news. He had the audience laughing when he said, “there’s an article that says that Marcos Witt will stop losing hair and stop gaining weight.”
Pastor Witt said that we should be excited about being good stewards of the message of Jesus Christ, the best message that humanity has ever had the priviledge to hear. Gospel is a Greek word that means “good news or good tidings”. He said that because of the blood of Jesus Christ our sin debt has been paid. Because our debt has been paid we should not let the enemy bring up past sins. The past has not only been forgiven, but forgotten.
God has a plan and a purpose for everything, and the good news of Jesus Christ assures us of hope for eternal life and assurance of salvation. Jesus gives us the confidence to know that we’ve been saved. Pastor Witt said that it’s exciting to him and other leaders to see Jesus Christ change lives. He said the message changes lives permanently and despair is replaced with hope. Pastor Witt said that we should give thought to how we’ll feel when we get to heaven and see all those we shared the gospel with. He ended with “Thank You For Giving to the Lord” by Ray Boltz. Read more
Gospel Music News-Gospel Music’s Biggest Week
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1. GMA Music week will be held in Nashville April 19th -April 23rd. The week will wrap up with the Dove Awards at the Grand Ole Opry House. This years nominees include Mandisa, The Clark Sisters, DeWayne Woods, Da Truth, and Marvin Sapp.~Music Week, Dove Awards
2. Another Gospel artist music search is underway! The 5th annual Gospel Search of America 2008 will be held in Dallas, Tx, October 17-18, 2008. According to the website they are looking for: “the best Christian, traditional gospel, Christian rap, urban gospel, inspirational, and contemporary gospel solo artists and bands.” Selected artists will compete for prizes including cash, professional press kit creation, marketing and advertisement services, a chance to be shopped to major and independent labels and a performance on Bobby Jones Gospel.~Gospel Music Search
3. If you are a Gospel music musician looking to better your skills or learn something new, GospelSkillz.com can help. The site has something for the beginner, intermediate, and advanced musician. You will also find a free section filled with chord progressions, scales, licks, runs, theory lessons, and videos.~GospelSkillz.com
4. Patti LaBelle will be Swaziland for the finals of the Gospel Music Talent Search which will be held at the Royal Swazi Sun Convention Centre on April 25th.~Patti in Africa
5. The 22nd Bi-Annual International Gospel Industry Retreat will be held May 24-27, 2008 in Hollywood, FL. The groundbreaking for the Gospel Complex of Education & Preservation in Lauderhill, FL will be held May 25, 2008.~Where the World Meets
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