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Award-winning Christian rapper Lecrae responded to the viral Druski Megachurch parody with reflection and said that many real-life churches hold “wolves in the pulpit” and faith leaders manipulating “God’s name for gain.” In an Instagram post on Tuesday, the Grammy-award-winning artist weighed in on the comedian and social media influencer, Drew Desbordes, better known as […]
Grammy-award-winning gospel singer and pastor Donnie McClurkin is facing a lawsuit alleging sexual abuse. The lawsuit, filed by Giuseppe Corletto, accuses McClurkin of sexual assault over a period of years while he was his spiritual mentor and employer. The lawsuit, obtained by NBC News, states that Corletto met McClurkin at his church in 2003 when […]
The celebration of life for gospel innovator and musician Richard Smallwood has been announced. According to a post on the late singer’s Facebook page, the service will be held on Saturday, Jan. 24, at First Baptist Church of Glenarden International in Upper Marlboro, Maryland. The service is set to begin at 12 p.m. with the […]
Richard Smallwood, gospel innovator and eight-time Grammy-nominated artist, has died. He was 77 years old. Family of Smallwood confirmed the news on social media on Tuesday, Dec. 30. According to Variety, Smallwood passed away from complications from kidney failure at the Brooke Grove Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Maryland. “We are saddened to announce the […]
Michelle Obama said that she and her husband, former President Barack Obama, had plans to see Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele, the same day of their tragic deaths. The former first lady, 61, said on Jimmy Kimmel Live! Monday night that former President Obama knew the acclaimed filmmaker for “many years.” “We were supposed […]
Los Angeles, CA) – GRAMMY®, Dove, and Stellar Award-winning gospel music legend, Donnie McClurkin continues to prove his unmatched impact in the genre with the explosive success of his latest single, “Better AfterWhile.” The uplifting anthem has become the fastest-moving song at gospel radio, inspiring audiences nationwide and dominating spins in key markets including St. Louis, MO; […]
Media mogul Tyler Perry has donated nearly $1.4 million to charitable organizations supporting families affected by the lapse in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). “If you’ve never been poor, then you may not fully understand the life changing impact SNAP benefits mean to hard-working people, to our seniors and to our children,” the director told […]
Murfreesboro, TN — Are you looking for a smooth track to groove and step to? Ben Tankard, The Godfather of Gospel Jazz, has dropped another song that will keep the line dancing and the smooth jazz flowing. The platinum-selling, Stellar Gospel Awards Hall of Fame Inductee, GRAMMY®, Dove, NAACP Image, and Soul Train nominee has […]
Black PR Wire) The National Civil Rights Museum is proud to announce the distinguished honorees for the 34th Freedom Award, recognizing their exceptional contributions to civil and human rights. The Museum’s signature event, the Freedom Award, pays tribute to individuals who have shown unwavering commitment to advancing truth, equity, and justice in a time when […]
The Queen of Gospel, Pastor Shirley Caesar, recently joined Melissa Wade on The Light 103.9 to share exciting news about her upcoming 52nd annual “Wilt Thou Be Made Whole” conference. The celebrated event will take place at Mt. Calvary Word of Faith Church, located at 3100 Sanderford Road in Raleigh. This year’s conference is scheduled […]
Gospel artist Byron Cage and Bishop Garland Heggie are launching a new faith-based reality show, “The Doors of the Church are Open,” and are looking for talent in the Raleigh-Durham area. The duo announced the project during a recent interview with Melissa Wade on The Light 103.9. Open auditions for the show will be held […]
The Interview That Rocked the Boat Isaac Carree is a singer, songwriter, radio host and podcaster. His recent interview with Maverick City’s co-founder and CEO of Insignia Assets, Norman Gyamfi, has the Gospel Music World and Church Folks in an uproar! His statements, particularly those dismissing traditional gospel and choir music, have ignited a passionate […]