The Grio

Voices of praise that shaped Black gospel music

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 have ...
The New York Times

50 Years Ago, They Did Something Rare in Gospel: Tied Music to Protest

The Voices of East Harlem went from community stages to the Isle of Wight Festival, blending the soul-cleansing power of Christian songs with R&B, funk and rock on “Right On Be Free.” By Robert M.
Complex

Nicki Minaj's "Blessings" Debuts at No. 1 on Billboard's Gospel Songs Chart

Nicki Minaj is spreading "Blessings" atop the Hot Gospel Songs chart. Minaj and Cobbs Leonard linked up in June during a Los Angeles stop of Cobbs Leonard's It's Time Tour, which Minaj attended ...
The New York Times

In New Orleans, Spreading the Gospel Through Song and Community

In a city facing wide-ranging challenges, the gospel music you hear at Praise Fest can be a balm for the collective spirit. By Joshua Needelman Photographs and Video by Kathleen Flynn Reporting from ...
The Royal Gazette

Bermudian gospel singer self-releases music video

A Bermudian gospel singer living in the US has released a music video for the single to her upcoming album. Charmarie Virgin, 41, published Diamond on her YouTube channel at midnight on Wednesday ...