Music
Bishop Hezekiah Walker champions community empowerment through housing, youth programs, and preserving gospel music's legacy.
Pastor Mike Jr. is celebrating another major milestone, and starting an important industry conversation at the same time. The 28x Stellar Award winner and GRAMMY-nominated artist has debuted at #1 on the Billboard Gospel Digital Song Sales Chart with his latest single, “He Can.” The song shot to the top immediately upon release, reinforcing PMJ’s […]
This year’s Super Bowl Halftime Show was already a cultural moment. But when Bad Bunny performed, he didn’t just bring hits, he brought food and heritage to millions of viewers in a way that felt both joyful and deeply rooted. On stage, fans saw Villa’s Tacos, the beloved Los Angeles taco stand, with chef Victor […]
If you haven’t seen it yet, Pastor John P. Kee just turned NPR’s Tiny Desk into holy ground. With a small band (Leeland Thompson: guitar, music director, Dominique Britt: keys, Josiah Farrar: bass, Christopher Darden: drums) and a powerhouse seven-voice bgvs (Jeanette Taylor, John P. Kee III, Tianna Roberts, Shawna Dominique Harris, Tallie Rogers, Dell […]
Black History Month: Music Inspired By The Social Justice Movement Throughout history, Black musicians have used their platform to capture the fullness of the Black experience. From songs of overcoming, joy, to sorrow, heartbreak and pain. Many of these songs have been anthems for the Civil Rights and social justice movements. Many of these innovators […]
Kirk Franklin Deep Cuts You Should Add To Your Worship Playlist Kirk Franklin has become one of the most innovative voices in the gospel genre. The music producer and singer constantly expands the bounds of contemporary gospel, masterfully blending hip-hop, pop, and R&B sounds into his style, targeting young and diverse audiences with his music. […]
Erica Campbell is putting connection, comedy, and healing right in the same room. In a recent Instagram post, Erica highlighted “Laugh Cry Heal,” pushing tickets and spotlighting an upcoming date — March 7, 2026 — and she tagged collaborators to keep the momentum moving. And this matters right now because folks are hungry for spaces […]
The gospel world is buzzing as Jonathan Nelson, one of the genre’s most beloved voices, recently shared big news on social media and through industry outlets. He’s just inked a new recording contract with Tyscot Records’ Worship division, marking a fresh chapter with one of the longest‑operating African American gospel labels in history. Nelson’s been […]
Arrangements are now in place to honor the legacy of Richard Smallwood, the beloved gospel composer and performer who left us at age 77. The celebration of life service will take place Saturday, January 24, 2026, at First Baptist Church of Glenarden International in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, with doors opening at 9:30 a.m. Smallwood’s music […]
This wasn’t just grief for a gospel composer who “went to glory.” This was a collective recognition of what a single song has done for us as a people.
With her unwavering spirituality and soulful melodies, Lennel Grant inspires all who hear her.
Gospel powerhouse Tye Tribbett recently brought his signature energy to Get Up! Mornings with Erica Campbell, sharing powerful testimony about his journey toward true spiritual freedom.