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Let's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Blogger's Echo Episode 1•Blogger’s Echo Chamber where Ansonia is talking about The 10 Best Gospel Songs: The Soul of American Music was a blog post I came across in 2016 which was written and updated in 2012. The blog post was “contributed” byWallace Best, a professor of Religion and African American Studies, Princeton University.•The blog written by Wallace Best covers songs and music beginning in 1932 with Thomas A. Dorsey, including specific songs from the different decades, including various musical greats and his focus of the songs and why he selected the song. In this humble podcaster’s opinion, I will review some of the comments a...2025-02-2534 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG C. Barry Martin•Curtis (C. Barry) Martin remembers...when Gospel music...was the stepchild in modern music of all the genres! It was his team's task to put our line of artists in every chain, Distributor/ One Stop/record store/bookstore in America
and worldwide!
•C. Barry called the major chain stores; Tower Records, Turtles, Strawberrys, Musicland, and others! As BeBe & CeCe began to break, The Winans, Richard Smallwood, The Clark Sisters, Tramaine Hawkins, Darly Coley, The Hawkins Family, Kurt Carr, Trin-nit-tee 5:7, A-1 Swift, PID, Ron Kenoly,
West Angeles...Saints In Praise Series, 1, 2 and 3. Gospel Gangtaz, Mom & Pop Winans, Vickie Winans, Norman Hutch...2024-11-1957 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG The Gay Sisters Tribute Show•The Gay Sisters of Chicago, Illinois became the top selling singing artists for Savoy Records In
1951, Geraldine, Evelyn and Mildred Gay went from local gospel sensations in Chicago’s Church of God in Christ community to national stardom with the release of the hit single, “God Will Take Care of You”. They travelled the world sharing their style of Gospel Music. Because of their release “God Will Take Care of You” it became a top seller of 1 Million copies; which is the equivalent of a Platinum Album these days. That was unheard of in the 1950’s.
•The Gay family, after moving to Chic...2024-07-1641 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Alexia Curry•Alexia Curry is a native of Tyler, Tx, but now
resides in Fate, Tx. With her soul-stirring voice and down to earth image, Alexia's style of passionate praise resonates with both young and seasoned worshippers.
•Alexia started her professional journey in November of 2021 when her single "Hear His Voice" debuted. This single has won her awards such as, Female Soloist
of the Year, New Artist of the Year, Traditional Artist of the Year, and Up and Coming Artist of the Year.
•Alexia's natural ability, strong will, and intense determination has propelled AlexiaCurryMusic forward to this point in her career. While Al...2024-07-0242 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Don't Bother Me, I Can't Cope - Alex & Alberta Bradford•Don’t Bother Me, I Can’t Cope was a musical written by Miki Grant and directed by Vinnette Carroll. This production not only included Gospel music, it
also included jazz, funk, soul, calypso and soft rock.
•In this musical which is the second production I have found to have Alex Bradford playing an important part contributing his talents as a feature character/actor/singer along with his wife Alberta Bradford. She played a role as singer and actress in the Broadway production. Alberta Bradford was not only a singer; she was a musician and songwriter who not only played for...2023-05-1651 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldTribute Show Honoring Brother Joe May•Brother Joe May, Known as the "THUNDERBOLT OF THE MIDDLE WEST! "He was a vocalist who was compared to have similar vocal prowess as Ms. Mahailia Jackson. He was under the influence of Mother Willie Mae Ford Smith after he and his family relocated from Macon Mississippi to East St. Louis Illinois to work in a chemical plant.
•He was noted as “the greatest Gospel singer of all time” which is where the title of Thunderbolt derived. Brother May had a voice of unimaginable range and power. He would take a song from a whisper to a scream w...2023-01-1049 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Duolouge with Dwayne Lightsey Jr.Dwayne Lightsey, Jr and Ansonia talk about powerful Gospel Male Singers such as Charles May, Claude Timmons, Jerry Bratton, Rev. Milton Brunson, Pastor Macceo Woods Pastor William Boyd and a few others.
Dwayne's YouTube Channel is Rowoches - check out the channel where there is music, pioneers and powerhouse choirs sharing their Gospel Music Gold!
Duologue (Conversation or chatter between two or more people. Heart to heart talk.)
•Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hea...2022-11-221h 03Let's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Tribute to "Little Lucy Smith" Collier•“Little Lucy Smith” Collier the Grand Daughter of Elder Lucy Smith, Founder and Pastor of All Nations Pentecostal Church located in Chicago IL 1918. Little Lucy became the church organist at the age of 12. Her Grandmother saw something in her and decided to send her to study piano and receive music lessons from Roberta Martin.
•Little Lucy became so proficient in music she soon became the pianist for the famed Roberta Martin Singers; where she wrote several of the songs the group recorded. Little Lucy later started her own group the Lucy Smith Singers, where she continued to write mu...2022-08-1646 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG 100th Episode Celebration•THANK GOD FOR THE 100th Episode! This podcast was birthed out of a dream where I felt God giving me a vision to share the history of Gospel music and those who were and are behind the Music Ministry.
•Gospel music in a Ministry bringing The Word of God to life through music. Gospel music is not only a form of meditation most of it gives comfort. The guests who have been on the podcast are many you may not know was behind writing a song, singing a song and or playing a song. The show is to al...2022-08-0254 min
Let's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Billy Summers•Billy Summers has been playing the Hammond Organ since the age of 7; and by the age of 11 became the organist of Beulah Baptist Church in Poughkeepsie, NY.
•Billy attended Tennessee State University in Nashville, TN where he began playing and ultimately became the President of TSU Gospel choir and musician.
•He recorded his first album “Let Everything That Hath Breath PTL” following that recording he recorded two more albums with different churches in NYC.
•In 2011 Billy started a Facebook group Musicians In The Gospel Ministry (MITGM) which has increased in membership to over 37,000 members
...2022-05-2458 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Paulette Triplett•A multiple award-winning singer, songwriter, musician worship leader, music teacher and Chicago Sock Ambassador Paulette Triplett. She was trained by her mother along with her siblings in hymns in 4-part harmony.
•Since the age of 10 to her current age she had penned over 3000 songs. She started a music publishing company under BMI in 1985 called “I Write 4 The Glory Of God Music.” Paulette has served as Minister of Music for various denominations for over 40 years.
•She has a New Single which will be released May 21, 2022entitled “I’m A Miracle”. And is a co-host for the podcast “Prophet...2022-05-171h 03Let's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Bishop Jesse McDowell•Honorary Bishop Jesse McDowell, Associate Pastor of Christ Temple Apostolic Faith Church in Chicago, IL
•At the age of 16 he accepted his call to ministry and ordained at the age of 25 during a session at Christ Temple in Indianapolis, IN. He served as the FIRST State Youth Chairman of Illinois.
•He was a progressive and youth leader where his ideas and initiatives propelled the PCAF Youth Department.
•Bishop McDowell has just recorded a single “To Know Jesus.”
•Please send an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any sugge...2022-05-101h 04Let's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Remembering O'Landa Draper & The Associates•Honoring the memory of O’Landa Draper, who was known for his directing style. He founded the choir known as “The Associates”. He and his choir were considered one of the top gospel artists in the 1990’s. He succumbed to a sudden illness and passed at the age of 34 in 1998.
•O’Landa received many awards through-out his life which includes Grammy Awards, Stellar Awards and Dove Awards. He was posthumously honored with the Rev. James Cleveland Lifetime Achievement Award by the Stellar Awards.
O’Landa Draper was only approaching his peak as a gospel choir leader when he e...2022-05-0343 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Byron Walker•Byron Walker is a singer, songwriter, author and Minister. He penned his first book at the age of twelve entitled “Encouraging The Teens Of Our Tomorrows Life By Starting Today.” He has TWO best sellers on the Amazon charts.
•Byron’s first album entitled “I Made It.” and is set to release his sophomore release entitled “No Fear.” He has written over one thousand inspirational songs.
•Byron has a single just drop on April 15th entitled “Send Me” which features Bishop Earnest Pugh. He also has a single "Without You" featuring Sheri Jones-Moffett
•You may also “like” and share...2022-04-2643 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Marketa Sconiers•Marketa Sconiers has worked professionally in the music industry for almost 40 years. She has served in leadership roles as Minister of Music / Director of Worship Arts.
•Marketa penned most of her freshman project, “I Will Sing” released in 2006. By co-producing her music Marketa is continuing to learn the art and business of music production. She also serves as COO of Chordmony Music, Inc.
•Marketa recently released her New Single “The Sacrifice” and is excited about the product.
•You may also “like” and share the episode. And you may Subscribe so you will be alerted when the new...2022-04-1959 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Lajuana D. Weathers•Sr. Lajuana D. Weathers who has served as a “Holistic Vocal Technique Clinician” which has allowed her the opportunity to work with various groups for over 60 years. She served as the first Minister of Music for the Salem Baptist Church of Chicago.
•Sr. Lajuana was the vocal coach for Pastor Dan Willis on his recording “A Man and His Music”. She was also a facilitator at the Lighthouse 2016 Conference along with Benny Hinn and Lanny Wolfe.
•As a member of the Gayden Sisters Trio, (best known for the song "Honestly, Honestly") they sang locally and were guests on...2022-04-0558 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Lisa Collins' Billboard ReviewLisa Collins a contributing columnist of Billboard Magazine writes her "In The Spirit" article covering the Gospel Music Workshop of America's Gospel Convention in 1993. Her highlights not only share details about the convention she also discusses the Gospel Artists attending and participating as well as covers the FIRST Singsation Gospel Expo where prize awards for competition of $25,000 in scholarship money. There was also a "Battle of Quartets" where the purses ranged from $2,000 to $5,000 in awards.
In this September 4, 1993 issue of Billboard there was a review and interview of the newly elected, Al Hobbs, Chairman of Gospel Music Wo...2022-03-2936 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Tribute to Mother Willie Mae Ford SmithMother Willie Mae Ford was one be pronounced “one of the most important gospel singers of the century” by The New York Times. She influenced such singers as Mahalia Jackson and Brother Joe May.
Willie Mae, Mary, Emma, and Geneva— the Ford Sisters Quartet, a gospel group that performed around the Midwest throughout the early 1920s.
From 1936 until the late 1980s, she served as director of the convention’s Soloist Bureau, evaluating, coaching, and influencing a who’s who of gospel singers: Roberta Martin, Mahalia Jackson, Edna Gallmon Cooke, Martha Bass, Myrtle Scott, the O’Neal Twins, a...2022-03-2245 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Curtis Fondren•Curtis Fondren has a hit song which has captured much accolades and awards: “With Thee I Wed” featuring Desmond Pringle and Felicia Coleman-Evans which peaked at #1 on the Billboard Nielsen BDS Internet Radio Gospel Chart.
•Curtis is a native of Chicago IL; a seasoned music professional and a master percussionist. He has furthered his musical career by performing in various genres with such singers as Tramaine Hawkins, Rev. James Cleveland, Vanessa Bell Armstrong and many others.
•For over three decades Curtis developed and perfected his musical craft while playing on various recordings.
•Today Curtis serve...2022-03-151h 02Let's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Apostle Dr. Sherida Lovelace•Apostle Dr. SheridaLovelace, the founder of S.L. Ministries and Passion for Worship International; based in Atlanta, GA. The author of “Sleeping Beauty ~ Dream Again.”
•Sherida is the present producer and host of “The Triumphant Show w/ SheridaLovelace” which broadcasts on local, national and international radio and Television platforms.
•She is a recent recipient of DOPE Women in Radio 2021 honored through the Spin Awards. She is the founder of HGM3 (His Global Movement Manifesting Manna) Gospel Dance & Corporate Creativity Broadcast. Sherida has been a featured guest on TV and Radio Stations throughout the country and internationall...2022-03-081h 04Let's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Veronica Evans•Veronica Evans is an Independent Artist recently breaking on the scene, she has been singing since high school during the time her father began his pastoral ministry on the westside of Chicago. Several years ago she began writing songs the Lord has been giving her. With the encouragement of her brother she went into the studio to record. Veronica is a Gospel Music songwriter
•Known as VE & Covenant, in December of 2021, she released a Christmas EP "Immanuel" and has at least six (6) more singles to release soon. You may find her releases on most streaming music outlets.
•Y...2022-03-0156 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Dr. Lou Della Evans-Reid•Dr. Lou Della Evans-Reid who has the National reputation as being one of the most outstanding Minister’s of Music this side of Heaven. Her unique style of directing is majestic and has enhanced worship services for over 70 years.
•Lou Della Evans-Reid was the first pianist at the highly notable Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church of Chicago where the founding Pastor was the late Rev. Clay Evans. And in 1963 was appointed Minister of Music of Fellowship which was a rarity during that time.
•She is known world-wide for her moving renditions of hymn arrangements and has served a...2022-02-221h 06Let's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG L. Stanley Davis-Pt2•L. Stanley Davis a noted clinician, historian and specialist in Black Sacred Music with an emphasis in gospel and Black sacred music history & performance. He has taught at both DePaul and Loyola Universities in Chicago.
•L. Stanley’s achievements reflect his lifelong love, passion, dedication and commitment to music. He has served as presenters at workshops, conferences and annual conventions across the country. He also co-founded Gospel Arts Workshop dedicated to the preservation, production and promotion of the gospel music art form.
•In 1987 he became a member of a select group of singers and musicians “The Voices...2022-02-1539 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG L. Stanley Davis with Felicia Campbell_1•L. Stanley Davis a noted clinician, historian and specialist in Black Sacred Music with an emphasis in gospel and Black sacred music history & performance. He has taught at both DePaul and Loyola Universities in Chicago.
•L. Stanley’s achievements reflect his lifelong love, passion, dedication and commitment to music. He has served as presenters at workshops, conferences and annual conventions across the country. He also co-founded Gospel Arts Workshop dedicated to the preservation, production and promotion of the gospel music art form.
•In 1987 he became a member of a select group of singers and musicians “The Voices...2022-02-0843 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Tribute to Rev. Dr. Charles G. HayesCharles G. Hayes was ordained in the Ministry at the age of 19 years old in1957. Then two years later he organized /founded Cosmopolitan Church of Prayer on April 28, 1959. During the growth of his church ministry he also developed one of the top rated Church Choirs to ever hit the charts. Cosmopolitan Church of Prayer Choir” became known affectionately known as “The Warriors”.
Dr. Charles G. Hayes and Cosmopolitan Church of Prayer Choir has recorded over 30 albums and five single 45’s throughout the past 50 YEARS. Out of the thirty plus albums, two went “GOLD” (over 50,000 copies sold), and others made t...2022-02-0137 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG History of Malaco RecordsThis episode tells a bit of Malaco Record Label's history and it's significance in the genre of Black Gospel Music. The company started in the 1960's focused on The Southern soul sounds featuring artists who were generating a crowd that did not necessarily hit the top radio stations or fan base. Many of the early artists were soul singers and blues singers it wasn't until Misty Blue came out and hit the charts hard then garnering the attention of this small town independent record label. As a matter of fact that one song is said to prevent the label fro...2022-01-2631 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Tribute to Rev. Milton Brunson & The "Tommies"Rev. Milton R. Brunson Founded The Thompson Community Singers ("The Tommies") in 1948 on the West Side of Chicago, IL at the age of 18 after graduating from McKinley High School. Many of the 40 singers in the core choir were classmates of his. Milton was trained by Thomas A. Dorsey, Mahalia Jackson and Robert Johnson as he pursued a career in music in 1947. Over time the choir had once grown to over 200 members. The choir was named to honor Rev. Eugene Thompson who gave the choir access to rehearse in the basement of St. Stephen AME Church on Chicago's West Side. Rev...2022-01-1848 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Lanvester "Lance" Jackson•Lanvester “Lance” Jackson is a native of Atlanta ATL (to some) who began his musical studies with Dr. Mary Frances in the Atlanta Public Schools. His musical concentration was on guitar and organ. At the age of 13 he was hired as church organist for a local church and has been playing ever since.
•Lanvester has served churches in Chicago, IL; Seattle, WA, Washington D.C. and Atlanta (which includes 15 years as staff organist and director of the Martin Luther King Sr. Choir at the historic Ebenezer Baptist Church.
Lanvester has also performed in Jazz and R&B band...2022-01-111h 03Let's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Edward Wright•Edward Wright briefly took music lessons and began playing for his piano teacher’s children’s choir on to teen church and by the age of 14 began playing for the church as the main musician. He has composed music for Movies and Television.
•Edward has been able to travel and serve great churches and travel the country with an evangelist. During his travels and journey, he discovered his love for teaching piano. He started a YouTube channel to reach more people with his teaching methods. His YouTube channel is Edward Wright.
Edward teaches techniques, methods and music...2022-01-0451 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Joseph & Trina Davis•Pastors Joseph & Trina Davis of Word for the World Ministries International of Chicago, IL are my guests today. This family is of Word in Ministry and Word in song.
•I asked for a group interview to talk about and celebrate the New Single Release of “Not Too Late” Available December 27th
•Trina Davis Ministries has hosted “The Help” Women’s Conference; released CD’s and Singles with the previous single released in 2016 “My Prayer.”
•Both Apostle Joseph & Pastor Trina Davis hosted their Internet radio show “Words to Live By” and authored a book “I Said I DO, But Sometimes I D...2021-12-2832 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Dr. Ouida W. Harding•Dr. Ouida Waltryce Harding began her “on the job training” in church music leadership at the age of twelve, in Harlem NY. During her collegic studies Her studies at Morehouse focused on Church Music with a specialization for standards in music ministry.
•September 2012 she was ordained as the first Minister of Music for Worship. Following this ordination, she was featured in the December 2012 Edition of Baltimore’s Grace and Glory Magazine and accepted the invitation to lecture at the prestigious Hampton Ministers Conference in June of 2013 and 2014.
•Presently, Dr. Harding is serving as consultant to help pastors...2021-12-2154 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Remembering 50 Years - James C. ChambersHonoring the memory of James C. Chambers, the founder, organizer, executive director and producer of the Ecclesiastes Community Choir of Chicago in 1971. The choir released their first album 1979 where you could hear the power of the choir and James’ building on vocal excellence.
James C. Chambers had a design and a method all his own and with every opportunity he thrived to give God his Best and stressed that others around him did so as well. James was a true visionary and made those around him see where he lead and directed. With each year, each concert, each...2021-12-0737 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Rev. Ray A. Patrick•Rev. Ray A. Patrick served as Assistant Pastor at the Oakwood University Church (a 3,000-member congregation) and he Pastored the Ephesus Community Church in San Jose, California.
•Rev. Patrick has also tackled media hosting a weekly radio program named “Ray of Hope Gospel Show” on both Adventist Radio London and medianetgospel.com, He is a contributor on Premier Gospel, London's largest gospel station. Prior to this he hosted, "Solid Rock" on 1450 AM in Huntsville AL, which had approximately 20,000 listeners. He was also a consistent contributor to W.O.C.G. 90.1 FM with "Prayer on the Line" where he served...2021-11-3053 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG James 'JB' Brown•James “JB” Brown is a musician, producer, creative leader and executive credited with shaping the sound of gospel in the 1980’s and 1990’s.
•James began his professional music career as a Musical Director (M.D.) for gospel legend Vanessa Bell Armstrong and later as the Musical Director for the late Rev. Daryl Coley. His musical leadership appointments include mega churches: New Birth Missionary Baptist Church, West Angeles COGIC and Greater St. Stephens Full Gospel Church.
•In 2009, James founded The JB Factory LLC. which is an entertainment and music production company based in Los Angeles, California. Brown has built...2021-11-2345 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Calvin Gibbs, Jr.•Calvin Gibbs, Jr. who has many passions among which are Theatrical Acting, Directing and Producing. He has produced Christian theatre arts programs in theaters and churches one of the largest produced was a Gospel “musical” entitled “If The Preacher Ain’tRight.” And served as Theatre Arts Director for a well-known church in Illinois and conducted workshops for churches and their Drama Ministries across the country.
•Calvin has a motivational video blog which posts three days per week. He hosted his own podcast DRAMA TalkRadio; where the acronyms were Developing Real And Moving Art. He has now developed a new podcast...2021-11-0948 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Andrae E. Crouch Tribute Show•Andrae Edward Crouch born in San Francisco, CA in 1942. He was a trailblazer no doubt with his rhythmic sounds and modern pop beats singing about God and all of His Good News. Andrae started as a teen writing songs and moving audiences to the edge of gospel music (during that time.)
•His best-known group was The Disciples who put such songs in our ears like “Soon and Very Soon”, “My Tribute”, “Take Me Back”, and so many others. With his edgy sounds he made waves in the music industry questioning was it really gospel music he was writing and sing...2021-11-0339 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Billboard The World of Gospel Music 1985 Pt1.•On today’s show I will share some history which I researched from Billboard Magazine from 1985. This specific issue features Gospel Music. But it’s not quite what you think entirely. In this episode I will share information about a few record labels, their executives and the “move” into Christian/ Gospel music.
•I’ll share a few excerpts of articles, ads and featured artists. I’ll also sprinkle a couple of songs here and there.
•These shows are to explore, record and raise excitement about Gospel Music and its Gold. I hope you the audience enjoyed this episo...2021-10-2629 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Billboards Top 10 "Spiritual" AlbumsBillboard magazine has been around for over 100 years beginning in 1894. Of course years and time changed the magazine as it changed hands many times since its beginning. After one of the original founders William Donaldson died in 1952 the entertainment magazine went to his children and his co founder's James Hennegan's children; they held it until sold to private investors in 1985.
This is where my "Gospel" charting research landed to April 6, 1985 where a "Top SPIRITUAL Albums" chart yielded the top 40 albums by Black/African American artists were listed.
This show not only highlights the Top 10, but in...2021-10-1936 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG ECC MUSIC WORKSHOP 1988ECC MUSIC WORKSHOP was a vision James C. Chambers had to unite choirs, singers, groups, directors, song writers and musicians across Chicago, Illinois. In 1988 that vision went into action. At the first Workshop there were over 200 delegates who attended and participated. The vision James had was to have contributions from around the city and to conduct various classes, trainings and collaborations. On this show there are excerpts of the first workshop culmination. Since the choir had rehearsals each evening following the classes and trainings the decision was to organize material to record. Although the 1988 Mass Choir was recorded, the recording did no...2021-10-1247 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Tribute Lecresia Campbell•Pastor Falicia Campbell shares as we give tribute to the voice, the woman Lecresia Campbell – Falicia’s baby sister.
•Lecresia Campbell began having her voice trained at the age of 5 and excelled in preparing her voice for Praise! She released her solo album "Draw Me Near" in 1986 however got worldwide notice leading “Perfect Praise” (How Excellent) written by Brenda Joyce Moore on the Walt Whitman and the Soul Children recording released 1991 on the "This Is The Day" album.
•Lecresia went on to be a mighty lead vocalist on many other records with her signature sound and vocal rang...2021-10-0548 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Janet Harris-Sutton•Janet Harris-Sutton is a woman behind the microphone, she began quoting the Word of God at an early age. She began working in the music department directing the choir and from there began working with other choirs and groups.
•Janet has served as Mistress of Ceremony for the Chicago Gospel Festival, various prominent concerts of choirs and competitions. She was also on multiple Gospel radio stations in and around the Chicagoland area and had her own show “The Christian Community Gospel Hour” for over 18 years. She is back on the air with her show "The Christian Community Gospel Ho...2021-09-2835 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Andrae Paris•Andrae Paris who is very passionate about Praise and Worship citing Psalm 150 as one of his favorite scriptures. He strongly believes that God created man to praise and worship the Lord. He has been ministering through his musical blessings since childhood, becoming the Minister of Music for a local church at the age of 15.
•Andrae is passionate about the Ministry of music having penned over 150 songs. He has played behind Gospel greats, such as James Moore, Carneil Murrell, Douglas Miller and Carolyn Trailer. His album “My Story” received outstanding reviews from music critics to which he received the Texas Aw...2021-09-2149 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Matthew Long Jr•Matthew Long, Jr. is the founder of Chordmony Music, LLC which he started in 2000 under ASCAP. In addition to his publication company; Matthew has worked with many well-known Gospel Artists and had preformed in bands while opening for such artists as Anthony Hamilton and Chrisette Michelle.
•Matthew was with me last year (December 2020) soon after his Christmas release “Christmas Romance”. He is back with his latest project “He’s Been Good” which is an EP with music that is sure to touch the hearts of all the listeners; with a special track dedicated to his mother entitled, “Bernie’s Love.” ...2021-09-1453 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Jesse Campbell•Jesse Campbell immediately identified by his “voice” as his signature sound. He is the son of the late bishop Willie James Campbell of Chicago Illinois. He is an international recording artist that sings heart-felt songs of God.
•He began singing at sixteen where he led songs with the St. James Church of God in Christ choir. Immediately recognized as a unique talent, Jesse was soon featured on the recordings of gospel greats like The Winans and Timothy Wright
If you have any questions or comments about this episode, please send an email to: letstalk2gmg@gmail.co2021-09-0755 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Dr. Kathryn Baker Kemp Pt. 2•Dr. Kathryn Baker Kemp is associate minister at Memorial M.B. Church in Chicago. She is an author of four books and multiple articles covering Gospel music, icons and music ministry.
•Dr. Baker Kemp is a board member of the Chicago Gospel Music Heritage Museum and serves on the academic faculty of Gospel Music Workshop of America (GMWA).
•She began her music ministry over 50 years ago as the pianist for the Junior Choir of the Morning Star Baptist Church in Chicago.
If you have any questions or comments about this show please send an email to...2021-08-2429 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Dr. Kathryn Baker Kemp•Dr. Kathryn Baker Kemp is associate minister at Memorial M.B. Church in Chicago. She is an author of four books and multiple articles covering Gospel music, icons and music ministry.
•Dr. Baker Kemp is a board member of the Chicago Gospel Music Heritage Museum and serves on the academic faculty of Gospel Music Workshop of America (GMWA).
•She began her music ministry over 50 years ago as the pianist for the Junior Choir of the Morning Star Baptist Church in Chicago.
If you have any questions or comments about this show please send an ema...2021-08-1731 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Tribute Ms. Mahaila Jackson Pt. 2Part 2 Tribute to Mahalia Jackson: Ms. Mahalia was widely considered one of the most influential gospel singers of the century. She sang at venues throughout the country and abroad. She sang for over 40 years spreading the good news of the Gospel by singing and teaching. Not only did Mahalia sing on church alters, stages and outdoor festivals; she also sang in several feature film movies.
This episode shares the mic with Dr. Charles Clencey and Dwayne Lightsey Jr. as we joined together and share knowledge and love of the late great Ms. Mahaila Jackson. This show is a tribute to...2021-08-1033 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Tribute Ms. Mahaila Jackson Pt.1Tribute to Mahalia Jackson: Ms. Mahalia was widely considered one of the most influential gospel singers of the century. She sang at venues throughout the country and abroad. She sang for over 40 years spreading the good news of the Gospel by singing and teaching. Not only did Mahalia sing on church alters, stages and outdoor festivals; she also sang in several feature film movies.
This episode shares the mic with Dr. Charles Clencey and Dwayne Lightsey Jr. as we joined together and share knowledge and love of the late great Ms. Mahaila Jackson. This show is a tribut...2021-08-0339 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Dwayne Lightsey Jr. (Pt2)•Dwayne Lightsey, Jr. is a Gospel Music Lover and Social Media Influencer who (as on his YouTube & Facebook Page) “RowochesKeeping Traditional Gospel Alive!”
•Dwyane is originally from Baltimore, MD and currently resides in Columbus, GA. At an early age, he developed an interest in traditional Gospel with Mahalia Jackson as his first love.
•Rowoches has a YouTube channel where he features so hundreds of Old Skool videos and music. This is a man on a mission to keep traditional Gospel Music Alive!
This is a continuation of the previous show with Dwayne
If you h...2021-07-2738 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Dwyane Lindsey Jr.•Dwayne Lightsey, Jr. is a Gospel Music Lover where on his Facebook Page “Rowoches Keeping Traditional Gospel Alive!” He is an avid Gospel music collector which includes, but not limited to Albums, Cassettes, Sheet music, Books and more.
•Dwyane is originally from Baltimore, MD and currently resides in Columbus, GA. At an early age, he developed an interest in traditional Gospel with Mahalia Jackson as his first love.
• Dwayne has a YouTube channel "ROWOCHES" where he features hundreds of Old Skool Traditional videos and music. This is a man on a mission to keep Traditional Gospel Music...2021-07-2035 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Eric Maurice Clark•Eric Maurice Clark is a passionate Gospel Music Historian who in 2020 launched his own publication “Inside a Gospel Music Historian’s World Magazine.” Using this tool in spreading more of our History through this Gold of richness.
•Eric has shared his passion with his voice through radio, working at Gospel radio stores throughout Chicago which is where he built relationships with many artists. He himself is a songwriter and producer. Eric released an album "Songs From The Heart" in 2017 featuring multiple gospel recording artists.
If you have any questions or comments about this show, p...2021-07-1340 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Tribute Rev. James ClevelandRev. James Cleveland was known to some as the Crown Prince of Gospel Music. He was a minister, singer, composer and philanthropist. James Cleveland was born in Chicago, IL December of 1931. His influence on Gospel Music spanned over 40 years. He began composing songs in his youth, and at the encouragement of Roberta Martin (founder of "The Roberta Martin Singers) began publishing his music.
James Cleveland was a member, musician and featured singer with The Caravans. He started his own group in the late 1950's (The Gospel Chimes) and from there went on to begin several other groups. Rev. Cl...2021-06-2928 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Sherre Bishop•Sherre “Sistah Willie Ruth Johnson” Bishop is a Christian Comedienne who brings light to the audiences she speaks before and presents her testimony as a cancer survivor. She fills the audience with laughter and delight as she intertwines funny anecdotes about things going on in the world today.
•She is a native of Nashville, TN with a 40 year career in broadcasting which includes radio and Television. She has a recent single and video release called Coron-Ya, You Ain't Bigger Than God.
If you have any questions or comments about the show, please send an email to: letstal...2021-06-2239 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Tribute Sr. Rosetta Tharpe & Albertina WalkerSr. Rosetta Tharpe best known for growing in the Church with her singing and her exceptional skills on the guitar
Ms. Albertina Walker founder of The Caravans in 1950's. In 1970's she eventually branched off into her own successful solo career
What ties them together is they brought flare to the genre not imitating anyone, but making their own path to Great Gospel Music
Any questions or comments about this show please send an email to: letstalk2gmg@gmail.com2021-06-1527 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Rev. Dr. Issac Whittmon•Rev. Dr. Issac Whittmon began his singing career at an early age. By 17 he had organized his own group Clefts of Faith. With the group he got recognized by other Gospel artists and eventually became a member of Jessy Dixon All Stars who toured all over the country.
•Rev. Whittmon was the first Gospel Artist in Chicago nominated for a Grammy Award for “The Lord Is My Light.” He also went on to be awarded a “Living Legend Award” in 2010
•There has been multiple magazine and newspaper articles and features regarding his contributions to Gospel Music and Mini...2021-06-0842 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Steven "Music Man" Turner•Pastor Steven “Music Man” Turner is a native of Baltimore, son of Min. of Music A.M. Turner, founder of the Radio Chorus.
•He took part in a student led TV show called: ” Street Scenes” on WBFF Fox 45 in the Baltimore area. Has a Podcast of his own Elevation Radio1.
•Pastor Turner has a Praise Gospel Talent Agency with premium services of “On Call” Organist, Praise Christian Jazz Band and On Call MC’s to name a few
Owner and CEO of Praise Unlimited Ministries, Inc.
If you have any questions or comments about th...2021-06-0137 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Mack C. Mason•Pastor Mack Mason of Greater Prayer Carden COGIC on the southside of Chicago. For years, his voice was heard on the radio as the first to program Gospel Music over WGCI FM 107.5. He was heard across the United States and Canada on the nightly Midnight Gospel Broadcast with the late Pastor Maceo Woods.
•Pastor Mason was heard around the world on the BBC Radio documentary, Shout Sister Shout.
He has just released his book: The Official Guide to Chicago Gospel Music
If you have any questions or comments about this show please send an e...2021-05-2540 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG ECC Recording History Part1The late James C. Chambers started a community choir which evolved into a Recording Choir who traveled across the country in churches, concert halls and outdoor festivals. James C. Chambers and the Ecclesiastes Community Choir not only traveled and ministered through song they were also shared stages with Gospel greats, R&B artists such as Patti LaBelle, Earth Wind & Fire and other artists. James and ECC opened and sang on the main stage at the Chicago Gospel Fest, Milwaukee Gospel and others as well as sang on Broadcast television shows Saturday Night Sing and AM Chicago (the Friday before the...2021-05-1827 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Oh Happy DayTribute show of "OH HAPPY DAY"!
This song was a written hymn in the 18th century Words: Phillip Doddridge and Music by: Edward F. Rimbault.
In the 19th century it was revived with a "Gospel" Vibe which hit the secular charts; by accident.
Edwin Hawkins gave this song a boast that (I'm sure) he had no idea it would take off as it did, and also cause controversy in the church.
Listen as different versions of the song made their mark and the impact the 1968 release revolutionized the World.
If you have any questions/suggestions for this e...2021-05-1224 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Chrysann Moore•Chrysann Moore is an anointed singer, musician and thought-provoking song writer. Her recent solo debut album “Cover Us” is hitting charts with power. The song is noted as a “new age hymn with a timeless sentiment.” As noted by Black Gospel Radio
•Chrysann is serving as Music Director of Redeem Enrichment Ministries in Joliet IL
•Participated in “The Seven Last Words of Christ” presented by Inspiration 1390AM Chicago, IL in April 2021
If you have questions or comments about this episode, please send an email to: letstalk2gmg@gmail.com2021-05-0437 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Dr. Charles Clency•A bit about today’s guest Dr. C. Charles Clency, a Gospel musician, music educator and author. He is a native of Chicago and grew up in the mainstream of Gospel music activity.
•Dr. Clency has a Bachelor of Arts in Music received at Northeastern Illinois University of Chicago and a Master of Music degree in Choral Conducting from Indiana University in Bloomington IN.
•He shared his expertise and gifts with multiple colleges, universities and churches throughout the world, and has authored 3 books. His books are: The Handbook of Gospel Music, 100 Years of Music In The Chicag...2021-04-2732 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Gina L. Thurston•Gina L. Thurston has been sharing her gift of singing since she was three years of age. She is one of Gospel music’s best kept secrets around.
•After being discovered by Michael Houston of Tyscot Records; the world got their first introduction of Gina in 1994 with her Freshman release “God’s Been Good”.
•Gina has shared stages with such artists as Edwin & Walter Hawkins, Fred Hammond, Rev. Clay Evans and many others.
Any questions or comments contact us at letstalk2gmg@gmail.com
Like, Share and Comment on the podcast platform you h...2021-04-2037 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Fran Allen-Leake• Fran Allen-Leake as the principal owner of Ljet Productions which specializes in Live recorded Music Production, Concerts as well as Tour Direction, Public Relations & Special Events. She specializes in live and recorded music production, concerts as well as Tour Direction, Public Relations & Special Events. She has worked both in the United States and abroad. She served as Public Relations Director for the City of Chicago's Taste of Chicago and it's sesquicentennial celebration in 1987. Also a founding member of and co-producer for Gospel Arts Workshop.
Fran was one of the featured instructors at the ECC Music Workshop teaching the ba...2021-04-0645 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Gregory Pearson•Gregory Pearson is a multi-talented musician, producer, arranger and songwriter. He is a principal owner of The Inner Court Music Group est. 1997.
•Gregory has served as Minister of Music and musician for many noted ministries throughout the Detroit and across the country. He is musician / music director for NAACP National Convention. And presently serves at Greater New Mt. Moriah BC & Calvary Apostolic Church in Detroit.
In the 2012 version of "Sparkle" starring Whitney Houston and Jordan Sparks, Greg was the featured Choir Director. He has received various awards and accolades throughout the country for his work in th...2021-03-3035 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Reginald Ayers•Reginald “Reggie “ Ayers is the CEO of Ayers Management Co. which is an emerging management company based in Chicago. He is not only a manager of artists he also sings/sang/sung.
•Reginald currently serves on The Year of Chicago Music Steering Committee with the Department of Cultural Affairs & Special Events. He also serves as Assistant Pastor of 2nd Paradise M.B. Church
This show closes with the latest project of "Voices" with mark Hubbard a group under Ayers Management. A snip-it of the single "Holy"
If you have any questions or comments about the...2021-03-2349 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Chris Anderson•Chris Anderson affectionately called “A Bassist with Finesse” who took the Gospel music industry by storm in the late ‘80’s. He excelled beyond a session player to writer, producer and musical arranger.
•Chris has a strong foundation in Gospel becoming one of the most sought after touring and session players. He has performed with many artists in Japan, Europe, South America and the Caribbean. He also toured with Gospel Choirs and Solo artists, R&B artists, Jazz artists and the list goes on.
Chris has a New Release "Absolution" (March 2021) that is on all Digital Outlets and av...2021-03-1648 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Falicia Campbell•Rev. Dr. Falicia Campbell who is a vocal force in the world of Gospel Music. She has held positions as Public Service Director/Announcer for WYCA; Secretary and Promotions for I AM Records, WWHN Radio , WGRB AM and many others. Falicia graced stages/pulpits across Chicago as the Mistress of Ceremonies extraordinaire rousing audiences across the states with her voice.
•Founder of the “Come As You Are” Outdoor musical opening a platform for all new artists for over 23 years. Held annually in the month of August at the South Shore Cultural Center.
Falicia founded and runs For...2021-03-0947 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG ECC Virtual ReunionThe Ecclesiastes Community Choir was organized April 2, 1971 at the request of James C. Chambers in the home of Mrs. Gladys C. Swiney, music instructor of the Chicago Vocational High School. James C. Chambers, a student of Mrs. Swiney and choir director at Haven of Rest M.B. Church asked if they could rehearse in Mrs. Swiney's home. It was placed on Mrs. Swiney's daughter's heart to name the group the Ecclesiastes Ensemble.
As membership increased the name was changed to The Ecclesiastes Community Choir. The choir is noted for an annual concert which took place in November. They w...2021-03-0239 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Earl Michael Thomas•Earl Michael Thomas plays an easily recognizable style of contemporary Christian music. He gave his life to Christ in the late ‘70s and left the secular music industry. Earl was born in Birmingham , AL but raised in Detroit, MI. He played for artists such as Brooks Benton, Marlena Shaw and others until 1976.
•Earl was music director, lead guitarist, vocal arranger and composer for “Creative Source”. He provided lead guitar support for Mary Wilson and the Supremes.
•God inspired musicians to pen hymnals and psalms that express the richness and depth of their experiences. Earl is inspired to...2021-02-2340 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Joseph Davis, Sr.•Apostle Joseph E. Davis, although known mostly for his Sermonic Ministry as the Senior pastor of Word for the World Ministries International in Chicago. He is a man of many talents which include producer, manager of Gospel Artists and has appeared on several Gospel projects. He is a Grammy nominated songwriter with one of his first songs written "I Won't Complain" was recorded by Chicago Mass Choir. And another of his songs written "Not Guilty" recorded by Lamar Campbell. Pastor Davis was the Founder of a "Touch" which sang around Chicago in the 1980's.
•In 2016 Pastor Davis added "t...2021-02-1639 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG A.Jeffery LaValley•A. Jeffery LaValley a native of Milwaukee Wisconsin is a writer, musician, director, producer, musical director and concertmaster to name a few. Jeffery has appeared on over 275 projects; has been nominated for Stellar, Soul Train and Grammy Awards.
•Jeffery studied journalism at Penn State and later enrolled in a music studies program. His work has been recognized since 1986 and has had a current resurgence when Kanye West brought one of Jeffery’s pieces into his recording of Revelation 19:1. In June 2020 the recording was certified Gold!
If you have questions or comments about this episode send an ema...2021-02-0951 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Ernest Allen, Jr.Ernest Allen, Jr. has played with Gospel greats such as The Winans, Fred Hammond, The Clark Sisters and so many more. He is known as the “Preacher’s musician” by playing for and traveling with the late Bishop Willie James Campbell through conventions, revivals, concerts, etc.
Ernest is also a song writer, vocalist, music arranger, producer and musical director. He has gleaned some musical skills from his mentor Twinkie Clark. Learning stylings and phrasing allowing him to be versatile in the type of artists he plays for.
For comments or questions send an email to: letsta...2021-02-0238 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Rev. Dr. Stanley Keeble•Rev. Dr. Stanley Keeble is a lifelong lover of Gospel Music. He has been involved with music since early childhood. He started his journey by taking music lessons at an early age.
•Dr. Keeble has formed groups, played for multiple Gospel artists such as Inez Andrews and more. He has directed choirs and shared his gifts throughout Chicago and across the country.
•Dr. Keeble founded the Chicago Gospel Music Heritage Museum and still works in developing Gold in Gospel.
If you have any questions or comments please send an email to: letstalk2gmg@gmail...2021-01-2642 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Mark HubbardMark Hubbard has been sharing his love for music since he was a young child. At 18 he organized and formed The United Voices for Christ, now known as "The Voices". Mark and The Voices began recording in 1995 they recorded four (4) projects with Tyscot Records. One of the first songs released "No, I Won't Turn Back". Mark and his choir garnered their first Stellar Award for Traditional Choir of the Year in 2006 for their "Blessin' Waitin' On Me" released on (Utopia Music Group) in 2005.
Mark has transitioned to being an independent artist allowing him to truly tap into hi...2021-01-1938 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Pam CrawfordEvangelist Pamela Renee’ Crawford, native Chicagoan who sang her first solo at the age of 10 at her home church Union Missionary Baptist Church on the Northside of Chicago.
In 1996, a member of Mt. Olive M.B. Church Pam answered the call to ministry and was licensed as an Evangelist. Prior to her call Pam made the charts on lead singer of “I Can Go To The Rock” in 1992 with Chicago Mass Choir where the late James C. Chambers was founder.
Pam is also known for her singing prowess with the late Rev. Milton Brunson and the Th...2021-01-1234 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Willie Jones Jr.Willie Jones Jr. •has played and performed with many Gospel artists which include Rev. Charles Jenkins, Dexter Walker and Zion Movement and Ms. Ludella Evans Reed to name a few local Chicago artists.
•With this pandemic hitting us this year, Willie has expanded his talents into Virtual Choir Videos. You may have seen one or two of his productions on social media. He had the opportunity to produce the virtual videos for such choirs as Dexter Walker and Zion Movement, Ramon Perry and MAPC as well as Fellowship Missionary Baptist Mass Choir where he was able to include the late Rev. D...2021-01-0540 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Pam Morris-WaltonPam Morris-Walton has been a Powerhouse in creating and presenting The world’s largest free-admission Gospel Music Festival which started right here in Chicago; The Chicago Gospel Music Fest. For over 20 years she served as the guiding light as an appointee of Mayor Richard M. Daley. She attracted top local and national talent and drew audiences from across the nation booking more than 2.500 Gospel Groups while simultaneously attracting corporate sponsors to underwrite the cost of the annual event.
Pam created and coordinated Mayor Daley's Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Interfaith Breakfast. She has served as an Interf...2020-12-2930 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Darius Brooks•Pastor Darius Brooks has earned Grammy, Stellar and Dove awards which are among the many accolades he has received. He was first discovered by his mother seeing the talent in him and then nurturing him and his gifts.
•Darius was an intracule part of ushering in the late 80’s and 90’s contemporary Gospel sounds embedded in Gospel Music History. He grew with the mentorship of the late Rev. Milton Brunson and has worked with a host of Gospel luminaries as well as Jazz greats over the years.
•He now serves as Senior Pastor of Grace Central Chu...2020-12-2244 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Matthew James Long JrMatthew is an accomplished musician and composer who plays several instruments. He has diverse abilities and skills as a music producer and company Founder, President and CEO of Chordmony Music, Inc.
Matthew has strong Christian values and works diligently with several ministries. He served as District Minister of Music for First Jurisdiction Illinois Mass Choir. He has also has accompanied several artist such as Kim McFarland, Lonnie Hunter, and Anthony Hamilton to name a few.
Right now he has a recent release "Christmas Romance" - there are two snip-its on this episode to hear a sam...2020-12-1535 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk Sandra Jodi Norris•Sandra Jodi Norris has been singing since she was a child. Her beginnings were at Haven of Rest. She sang in a trio for competitions.
•Jodi grew to be a featured lead singer for several Chicago Recording choirs such as James C. Chambers and the Ecclesiastes Community Choir and Chicago Mass Choir to name a few.
•Jodi has sung background vocals for such recording artists as Yolanda Adams.
If you have any questions or comments about the show or guest, please send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com2020-12-0844 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG The Brown Sisters of ChicagoThe Brown Sisters of Chicago hail from the Gospel Music mecca of the world, Chicago Illinois. These talented women were trained by their father Pastor Ben Brown, at the tender ages of 4, 5 and 6. The Brown Sisters is a mixture of contemporary praise and worship, smooth R&B and quartet style songs their musical skills give variance and range developed over the years while singing backup vocals for for various artists. The sisters sang professionally for over 20 years before recording their own project with a chart topping single "Awesome God".
The Brown Sisters have made multiple television network appearances which include Bobb...2020-12-0131 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG - Stanley G. PearsonStanley G. Pearson started singing at the age of seven – through teary eyes he never made it past the first line. Stan became the drummer at his home church Christian Fellowship in Chicago IL under the leadership of the late Rev. K.C. Smith. The church birthed a 100 voice children’s choir (The K.C. Smith Singers). Stan ultimately became the director of the children’s choir and the Inspirational choir for over 20 years. His vocal range grew from Soprano to Bass because while teaching choirs he had to learn the parts which grew his gift.
Stan’s vocal ability and rang...2020-11-2438 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet’s Talk Jeremiah HendersonJeremiah was born and raised in Chicago with a deep spiritual and religious influence with both his Father and Mother were ministers.
Jeremiah varied in careers,but feels his most influential was as a high school teacher in Chicago Public Schools. He did multiple speaking engagements also honed his speaking and presenting skills as a member of Toastmasters organization.
Jeremiah started his own radio show for early risers called “Jeremiah Speaks”. He produced and hosted the show on WYCA 102.3 in Chicago for 6 years. He played Gospel Music as it related to the morning’s topics. The show topics ranged between spirit...2020-11-1949 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet’s Talk: Bryan & Bridgette HurtBryan & Bridgette are both active members and part of the leadership team at Lighthouse of all nations they both serve in Music Ministry department. Bryan is a Drummer, Producer and radio co-host of a weekly radio show “Hang on with The Hurts”. Bryan has worked with many recording artists with his personal favorite Bridgette Hurt.
Bridgette began her world travelled singing career at the tender age of 15 as one of the lead singers with Ricky Dillard & New G. Bridgette continued to travel singing with other recording artists across the county and over seas. In, 2003 she released her first solo project. Brid...2020-11-1736 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Rev. Walter P. Clark•Rev. Walter P. Clark is a native of Gary, IN and has served consistently for over 40 years as an Organist, Assistant Director and Director of Music. He has served as Music Coordinator for multiple organizations. Conducted workshops on Leadership, Music Ministry and Choirs across the country. He received training through Moody Bible Institute, Chicago Baptist Institute, National Baptist Convention and United Way of Chicago. Walter serves as Board secretary of International Gospel Coalition founded by the late Lavell Lacey.
•Walter was a former host of several radio shows in and around the Chicago land area. He currently owns and operates Judah L...2020-11-1249 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Sibyl MeyerSibyl has been active in ministry for more than 30 years. Raised in a Christian home accepting the Lord at an early age; she began singing at the age of 3. As Sibyl grew her love of music ministry grew as well. As a teenager she served alongside her Mother (Evangelist Dorothy Robinson) and Grandfather, Rev. Leroy Watson. Sibyl had the opportunity to spread her wings as she taught Sunday school and directed the children's choir.
She had the opportunity to open for such artists as Shirley Caesar and had an eye-opening life changing experience. She uses her gifts...2020-11-1039 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Andr'e L CarterAndr'e L. Carter is the Owner and Editor of Gospel Synergy Magazine and the Owner and Program Director for Internet Gospel Radio Station Synergy1Radio. He is known as the Godfather of Gospel Internet Radio. Andr'e features Independent artists on his Internet Radio Station.
Andr'e launched Gospel Synergy Magazine in 1997 by going around Chicago to concerts and recordings interviewing singers, musicians and pastors to feature in his magazine. His focus was to highlight Chicago Land Gospel Community. In 2003 Andr'e worked for GospelPower.fm and following the close of the station in 2006; later that year he launched Synergy 1 Radi...2020-11-0548 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Darrien StaplesMinister Darrien Staples started a love of music at the age of 11. His instrument family are drums and percussions. Darrien has played for local churches, community choirs, solo artists and stage productions. He has worked with such artists as Stan Stubbs and SSJ Project. A local Theater company _ New Branch Theatre Company just to name a few different projects he has worked on. Darrien is also a professional studio session musician. He plays for a variety of genres such as Gospel, R&B, Neo Soul, Jazz, Blues and Latin.
Darrien has provided professional services with churches advising them...2020-11-0337 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Feranda WilliamsonDr. Feranda Williamson a musically gifted child who sang her first solo in church at the tender age of five. She harbors throughout her life a strong sense of calling toward ministry and evangelism. Feranda has been a featured lead singer for several recording choirs throughout Chicago.
Today, Feranda is still the President / CEO of the Chicago Mass Choir and the ECC Music Workshop and has served in the capacity since 1994. She is a featured lead singer on several recordings of the choir. Under her leadership, the Chicago Mass Choir has recorded 14 of its 17 projects, six DVD’s toured extensively th...2020-10-2935 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Bryant JonesBryant Jones is a gifted songwriter, producer, singer, and director Bryant Jones is at the forefront of today’s Gospel music. He has studied his craft with a rich background under pioneer’s in Gospel music as well as studying at the American Music Conservatory in Chicago, IL. Bryant also grew his skills playing for the Late Rev. Clay Evans and Fellowship Baptist Church and the Late Pastor Billy Jones of Samaritan Bible Baptist Church.
At the age of 12 Bryant Jones became the music director of three choirs. At that early age he gained necessary tools such as discipline commitment and c...2020-10-2738 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG David BrockDavid Brock became a "paid" musician before the age of 12. He has always been surrounded by music, especially in the family home with his Mother and Grandmother singing Opera. When he was offered the opportunity to learn how to play the piano, David jumped at the chance. David's hunger to learn took him through all genres of music, however he was strongly encouraged to play more Gospel music than any other style of music.
As David's talents grew his musical skills moved him to working with many many Gospel greats as the Late Re. James Cleveland, The Thomas Whitfield Company jus...2020-10-2245 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Adrian B KingAdrian B. King began his musical journey by "pecking" on the keys of an elaborate 10ft Black Chickering & Son's Baby Grand piano! He is affectionately known a A.B.K. and is recognized for his musical stylings and abilities. Adrian says by God's Divine appointment that Greater would come later for ABK.
In 1997 ABK was Blessed with the release of his debut CD project entitled "Well Done"; since then he has gone on to record 7 additional projects. The 8th project released this year 2020 is "Essential Praise".
He is one of the most in demand musicians and songwriters (having written over 50 son...2020-10-2032 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG E. Roland BellE. Roland Bell is a Chicago Native who has been involved in music since his youth. He began as the church percussionist for the children's choir and after years of service he became the Minister of Music. Elliott currently serves as Minister of Music for 2 churches St. Luke Church and Union Baptist Church both on Chicago's near North Side.
Elliott has directed several choirs including Sears Holdings Associate Gospel Choir. He was selected to serve as the choir President for the 5th Jurisdiction Illinois East for the Church of God in Christ.2020-10-1339 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Tracy Y. WilliamsonTracy Y. Williamson is a native of Chicago and has worked in the music industry for over 20 years as a record label executive, entrepreneur, artist consultant / manager, songwriter, producer and radio program director and host. In 2007, she founded TRE7 Entertainment, which provides management, artist development, publicity, marketing and consultation services.
Tracy serves as Program Director for WYCA Rejoice 102.3 FM Radio. Sshe also hosts music industry segments on WYCA Rejoice; On Stage with Earl Bynum on Rejoice Musical Soulfood (Syndicated) and WWWE 1100 AM Radio (Atlanta, GA).
Tracy has authored a book "Own Your Moment and Take The Stage".
If you have que...2020-10-0643 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Dennis Smith(Willie) Dennis Smith a musical prodigy started playing music at the age of 7 at First Corinthians Baptist Church in Chicago, IL. His parents noticed his gift and bought him his first organ. Dennis continued to grow in music by taking lessons at the famous Lyon & Healey (Harp manufacturer) school of music. He continued studying at the Dorolyn Academy of Music. Dennis has played for various artists around Chicago as well as artists such as Tramaine Hawkins, Douglas Miller and many other artists who have come through Chicago.
Dennis has formed a band "The Smith Brothers" to which they...2020-09-2939 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG Trina DavisTrina Davis has been singing since she can remember; having both parents being singers themselves. She cut her musical teeth in the group "Touch" founded by Joe Davis. As you can tell by the last name they did marry later and are proud partners as Pastors of Word for the World Ministries and parents of five children.
For years Trina sang background for numerous concerts and recording projects which included Gospel, R&B and Smooth Jazz. After many years of discipline, dedication and hard work her Husband suggested she do her own project. In 1994, Trina launched her caree...2020-09-2235 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG -Paulette TripplettPaulette Triplett is a multi award winning Gospel recording artist, vocal trainer, musician and songwriter. She began singing at the age of 3 and wrote her first song at the age of 10. Paulette assisted her mother with playing the organ and training choirs across the country. The musical instruments Paulette plays are piano, organ and drums. She taught at 3 different private schools the instruments noted earlier and also taught voice.
You have heard her powerful voice on such recordings as "Hold On and Go On" and "Break Forth Into Praise", both recordings with Pastor Donald Alford and The Progressive Radio Choir in t...2020-09-1530 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG -Ramon PerryToday's guest is Ramon Perry founder of Ministry and Praise Chorale (MAPC). Ramon began playing at 3 under the tutelage of Sylvester Harper and studied at Melody Way School of Music. The group MAPC has traveled across the country spreading the Gospel message and ministry through song. Ramon's musical talents include singing, musician, vocal coach, directing, musical arrangement, song writer and producing. Ramon's original compositions include "According to Your Faith" and "Born Again". We close the show today with his arrangement of "Search Me Lord". All available on digital outlets. Ramon is the host of an Online Gospel Show "A.2.Y.F" o...2020-09-0845 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk: GMG -Mark TaylorOn Let's Talk: GMG the featured guest is Mark Taylor who is a Musician, Singer, Songwriter and Producer. Born and raised in Chicago brought up on a foundation of God, family and Gospel Music. Mark has invested over 30 years to the Gospel Music industry. Mark has recorded with nearly every major artist based in Chicago since the early 1980's. He resides in Texas with his family and serves as Music Director at Abundant Life Cathedral and has produced 3 Award wining projects with the music ministry, including the Stellar Award nominated song "I Still Believe".
At the close of t...2020-09-0131 minLet's Talk: Gospel Music GoldLet's Talk Gospel Music Gold PromoAn introduction of Let's Talk: Gospel Music Gold. A podcast focused on the Richness of Gospel Music. The span of Gospel music and how it invigorates us and inspires us as we sing along or just sit and listen to the artistry. The span of Gospel music has evolved into several varieties such as Traditional, Contemporary, Southern, Neo and Inspirational to name a few. The goal of this podcast is to introduce voices in front of the microphone, voices through instruments, written voices and visionaries. Please tune in for each show, we are sure you will enjoy the conversations with guest...2020-08-1802 min