Christian Hip Hop Artist Shonlock & Arrow Records Make a Deal
Arrow Records Officially Announce The Signing of Gospel Music Rap Artist Shonlock
Deshon Bullock aka gospel hip-hop artist Shonlock, has been signed by Creflo Dollar’s Arrow Records. Shonlock has worked with some of secular and Christian music’s most popular acts, from Aaliyah, Arrested Development, Grammy-nominated duo Grits, Kierra “Kiki” Sheard and Trinitee 5:7 as a dancer, choreographer, and lyricist. He is currently touring with Grammy winner TobyMac.
Now based in Atlanta, Shonlock’s study and hard work with Christian music’s biggest stars have paid off with his highly anticipated new album. Featuring 12 tracks with Shonlock’s creative blend of influences from soul, rock, and hip hop, his new album is sure to make waves in furthering the spiritually-conscious hip hop movement. Grammy-nominated producers David “Da Monsta” Lynch and Ric “Form” Robbins oversee the 12 tracks on the new album, which includes appearances from The Katinas and Trinitee 5:7.
In the video above, Shonlock touches on the ill-fated union he had with Word Records that didn’t work out because of difference in vision. You can read more about that chapter in his life at Gospel City.
I’m looking forward to the new album when it comes out. New gospel music is always good!
Creflo Dollar Presents Heart of God Change
Gospel Music Album From Creflo Dollar & Arrow Records Break Through Traditional Barriers
Gospel recording artists featured on this project come together to combine very different styles of gospel music. According to Creflo Dollar, Arrow artist, DeLeon, is a melodic worshipper. Her unique delivery leads people into a place of seeking more of God.
Jonathan Phillips, has a unique sound Dollar describes as, “flavorful rhythm and praise,” which is a unique combination of Christian rock and progressive pop. Arrow’s newest artist, Jordan Dollar, appeals broadly to teens and young adults alike. “Jordan is a bridge for young people from traditional to contemporary worship and praise,” says Creflo Dollar. “I call it ‘life music.’”
Arrow artist, Dorsey Hammond, is a gifted pianist, songwriter, and also the Minister of Music at World Changers Church International. “Dorsey’s music is a propelling force of rhythmic and harmonic freedom that excites and challenges listeners to come into deep fellowship with God. And this is the goal of the Heart of God CD: to combine the various styles which will bring people to a level of authentic, heartfelt praise, and worship toward God.” Read more
Gospel Music Linkage
Rev. Creflo Dollar is being sued for stealing an idea for devotional text messages Atlanta Journal Constitution
GMA Immerse, the four day event from July 29th to August 2nd, will include mentoring and performing from more than twenty gospel music artists GMA Immerse
Rev. Joe Williams will be hosting the First Annual Living Legend Music Awards in Philadelphia on Saturday, June 27, 2009 Black Gospel Blog
Our prayers go out to gospel music artist Ron Kenoly on the loss of his fourteen year-old grandson, Ronald Tre Kenoly, on June 14th Charisma Magazine
Visit Gospel Pundit for a great interview with the beautiful and awesomely talented Kim Burrell Gospel Pundit
I know Michael Jackson will be dominating the television & radio for a while, but some great gospel music shows to watch this weekend are:
Gospel Music Channel
Saturday:
Hometown Gospel-Keith “Wonderboy” Johnson, Donnie McClurkin, Hezekiah Walker
Repeat of premiere episode of Gospel Dream
Clash of the Choirs
Sunday:
Bobby Jones: Next Generation
Faith & Fame Smokie Norful
Best of the Stellar Awards
On BET Sunday
Bobby Jones-Kirk Franklin, Bolton Brothers, Crystal Aiken
Lift Every Voice
Video Gospel
BET Award 2009-check out Mary Mary
And…..if you stay up late enough you just may see Pastor Kearny!! lol
