Songs of survival, defeat and hope swept through cotton fields in the antebellum south. Slaves used them to navigate a brutal ...

Oakland’s own Father of Gospel, Hawkins, still influences 21st century music with his Grammy-winning hit "Oh Happy Day," as ...

35 to 50 years old, 40 to 50 years old, Black/African American male. Pastor and founder of the Church. Non-judgmental man. Loves his church and family. Talent should be able to sing any of the ...

A local author and musician is using music to celebrate Black History Month and connect the community through the rich traditions of gospel.

Gospel music and faith have long been a part of Black culture in the U.S. From hymns that would be sung on slavery fields to anthems of the civil rights movement, gospel has been there. Adeerya ...

16 year old Lamont is standing at the crossroads. Should he return to the church or stay with the gang who avenged his father’s murder. REVEREND GRACE | Male | African-American | Age: 35 - 50. Pastor ...

Gospel music is more than just a genre; it is a spiritual experience that transcends time and space. For centuries, believers have turned to gospel music to deepen their faith, find solace in ...

For generations, gospel music has paved the way for Black Americans to express their faith through music and fellowship. On ...

Walk into the First Baptist Church of Bridgehampton as service begins, and the very first sound you’ll hear is music. “We welcome you,” the five women of the Joyful Praise choir sang on a recent rainy ...

GOSPEL’s hour 1 follows the sonic influences of blues and jazz music. GOSPEL’s hour 1 takes the gospel train north to Chicago, where southern migrants Thomas A. Dorsey, Mahalia Jackson and Sister ...

Elvis Presley may be called the King of Rock 'n' Roll, but the only Grammy Awards he ever won were for his gospel music. Nominated 14 times, he took home three of the trophies for two of his sacred ...

The Kona Choral Society provides an opportunity to honor the rich legacy and influence of African-American music at its 8th Annual Gospel Heritage Concert, “Guide My Feet.” The free community concert ...