RIP Rev. Dr. Janice Brown-Stephens of “Rough Side of the Mountain” Fame
By Robert M. Marovich The Journal of Gospel Music was saddened to learn of the passing of the Reverend Dr. Janice Brown-Stephens. She transitioned from earth to glory on August 30, 2024, at age 80. The...
View ArticleList of 2024 GMA Dove Awards Winners
Artist of the year: CeCe Winans Pop/contemporary album of the year: Coat of Many Colors, Brandon Lake New artist of the year: Forrest Frank Bluegrass/country/roots album of the year: Rebel, Anne Wilson...
View ArticleRIP – Grammy-Winning Gospel Singer Emily “Cissy” Houston (Drinkard Singers,...
The Journal of Gospel Music was saddened to hear from Dennis Bines today that Grammy-winning gospel singer and longtime background vocalist Emily “Cissy” Houston passed away today, October 7, 2024, at...
View ArticleJGM Pick of the Week – October 16, 2024
“Wonder In My Soul” Pastor Stephen E. Boyd From the SB Entertainment album Chronicles of My Country Church Vol. 1 (release date: April 12, 2024) By Robert M. Marovich “Wonder In My Soul” is Pastor...
View ArticleFilm Series to Showcase the Life of Pastor Shirley Caesar
TWELVE-TIME GRAMMY WINNER PASTOR SHIRLEY CAESAR WILL BRING HER LIFE TO THE SCREEN NEW FILM SERIES IN THE WORKS 1 November 2024 (London – New York): 5-0 Studios London and the “Queen of Gospel,” Pastor...
View ArticleJGM Pick of the Week: November 6, 2024
“Never Turn Back” Gregory G. Pearson feat. Angelena Starks Inner Court Music (release date: September 15, 2023) By Robert M. Marovich The tambourine rattles, the bass bumps along, and the full-throated...
View Article2025 GRAMMY Nominations in the Gospel and Contemporary Christian Music Group
Congratulations to the 2025 GRAMMY Awards nominees in the Gospel and Contemporary Christian Music Group: Best Gospel Performance/Song “Church Doors” — Yolanda Adams; Sir William James Baptist &...
View ArticleJGM Pick of the Week: November 25, 2024
“Suddenly” Christian Anderson Independent (release date: October 25, 2024) By Robert M. Marovich The low chirping of an organ, contemplative piano runs, and Christian Anderson’s impassioned voice, with...
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RIP: Rodessa Barrett Porter, the Last of the Original Barrett Sisters
By Robert M. Marovich I was saddened to learn from Eric Clark that Rodessa Barrett Porter, the last of the original Barrett Sisters, made her transition December 16, 2024, one day after her 94th...
View ArticleVarious Artists – Gospel Diaries Golden Memories (Live)
Various Artists Gospel Diaries Golden Memories (Live) Gospel Diaries (release date: October 7, 2024) By Robert M. Marovich Gospel Diaries Golden Memories is a series of musical moments captured by...
View ArticleVarious Artists: Parchman Prison Prayer – Another Mississippi Sunday Morning
Various Artists Parchman Prison Prayer – Another Mississippi Sunday Morning Release Date: January 19, 2025 By Robert M. Marovich Given the unexpected success of, and critical acclaim for, the 2023...
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