Gospel singers on W. C. Handy Square in Memphis. Gospel music is rooted in spirituals, blues, shape-note songs, ragtime, and the urban church revival It emerged in the early twentieth century as ...
Hawkins was regarded as a pioneer of urban gospel music, blending gospel hymns with secular sound. He is best-known for the 1969 hit Oh Happy Day. The following year the Edwin Hawkins Singers ...
Mark De-Lisser introduces uplifting gospel hymns and songs and explores the meaning behind the music, meeting people at the heart of the gospel community. Show more Renowned choir director Mark De ...
For generations, gospel music has been a vital source of strength and resilience for Black Americans, sustaining them through the deepest struggles. From the days of slavery, spirituals and hymns ...
was one of the pioneers in the urban gospel music. He set up the group JoggC and later pursued a solo career. He was also the head of logistics at Mo Sound Ltd according to Ulizalinks. He leaves ...