Houston, TX – It’s official. Grammy award winning Gospel songstress and winner of Season 3 of Sunday Best Le’Andria Johnson, is now a Pastor Le’Andria. Johnson is set to start her own church in Hapeville, GA.  According to Twitter and Facebook pages associated with the singer and licensed minister, Johnson’s new church, IPC Ministries (Imperfect People Changing The Game) move in date is set for Saturday, June 1, 2013 with the first service to be held on June 16.

According Leandria’s youtube page her ministry stands for ‘imperfect people changing the game’.

 May we keep her and all of those involved with this new ministry in prayer.

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Mary Mary’s Tina and Erica Campbell are gracing the cover of Ebony June 2013 Issue.  Inside the magazine, Tina revealed shocking news about her marriage while sister Eric talks about her husband and his busy career. 

“How I forgave my husband after his affair,” appears below Tina’s photo on the magazine’s June cover, which features her standing alongside her sister Erica Campbell.

In one excerpt from the cover story, Tina — who is married to The Tonight Show Band drummer Teddy Campbell — tells Ebony, “Once I became aware [of the affair], I initially wanted to kill my husband… I was considering adjusting the will, the living trust and all that kind of stuff.  I did physically try to stab him.  Several times… I never got to the point of physical harm, not really, but my words… My words hurt.”

The news may come as quite a shock to Mary Mary fans, who often raved over Teddy and Tina’s relationship as it’s portrayed on the WE tv reality series Mary Mary.  The pair have been married since 2000.

Tina’s sister Erica also discusses her husband in Ebony’s June issue, which is dedicated to celebrating Black Music Month.  In the magazine, Erica reveals that her husband, record producer Warryn Campbell, has been “called to minister.”  She says, “Now I said, ‘Lord, when I first started dating this guy he worked for Death Row Records, but he was from the church.  That was a perfect combination for me: a little street, a little church.’”

Mary Mary also opens up about their decision to take a break from recording together, and Erica talks about her solo music project.  The June issue of Ebony arrives on newsstands this Tuesday.

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JUST ADDED Mary Mary’s Own Erica Campbell

Byron Cage & the Greater Voices of  St. Paul’s

Baptist Church,

Ann Nesby, Soul Tempo and

The Legendary Virginia Choral Ensemble

Dogwood Dell, Richmond, VA

Sunday, June 23, 2013 @ 5 PM

FREE to the PUBLIC!

New York – Only days before the release of his new CD, Bishop Hezekiah Walker will be coming to St. Paul’s Baptist Church for a FREE concert to showcase some of his new music. Slated to take place Sunday, May 26th at 10p.m. and hosted by Byron Cage and Sheilah Belle, The Belle, this ALL WHITE NIGHT concert, will be one for the books.

However this is just the beginning as Bishop Walker is getting ready to hit the road to support his new release, Hezekiah Walker Azusa The Next Generation.  The new release is set to hit store shelves on Tuesday, June 11th.  Special guests on the new project include Donald Lawrence, Pastor Donnie McClurkin, Pastor John P. Kee, Deitrick Haddon and Brian Courtney Wilson.

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Los Angeles, CA — Deitrick Haddon aka D. Haddy is set to record his next project with a talented group of young singers.  They are League of Xtraordinary Worshippers aka LXW and have already been featured on Haddon’s “Church Rock.”   However this time, while sharing the stage with the Superstar, the Spotlight will be shining a bit brighter on the young singers.

The recording is set for Friday, May 17, 2013 at The City of Refuge, Los Angeles, CA where Noel Jones is the Pastor.

Special guests include Bishop Hezekiah Walker, Donald Lawrence, Ricky Dillard and Jessica Reedy.

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Airing Tuesday, April 16th!

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Houston, TX – Pastor Sheryl Brady spent some time with “her brothers in Christ” recently, Bishop Hezekiah Walker and Pastor Joel Osteen’s at Lakewood Church in Houston, TX.  Pastor Brady TWEETED, “Tonight was awesome.  God bless my friend!  Praying for you!  You betta PREACH!!”  Bishop Walker and Pastor Osteen recently shared the stage during a weekend service.

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Nashville

Full Gospel Baptist Church Fellowship International’s first new recording following on the 2008 praise and worship release Embracing The Next Dimension, One Sound leads with the rousing single “Big” featuring Fred Graves and Vaughan Phoenix, a lively performance with a big sound and message.  Ushering in a new sound with direction from William Murphy Jr. as the Minister of Music and VaShawn Mitchell as the director, One Sound also includes other elevating performances of awesome faith and reflection, from Bishop Paul S. Morton’s performance of the beloved gospel classic “There’s Something About That Name” on the track “There’s Something About That Name/Praise,” to “You Reign” featuring J.J. Hairston, and the sweet ballad “Still Amazed” featuring Jonathan McReynolds.      

Since its inception by Bishop Paul S. Morton, Full Gospel Baptist Church Fellowship International has grown nationally and internationally, with locations in most of the fifty United States, Canada and other countries internationally.  Bishop Morton has also become an award-winning recording artist, releasing solo works as well as recordings with Full Gospel Baptist Church Fellowship International, and creating the record label Tehillah Music Group, helming the label as CEO with his Minister of Music Pastor Jerry Q. Parries as President.  Celebrating twenty years of Full Gospel Baptist Church Fellowship International this year, One Sound continues to deliver the latest sound and fundamental ministry that inspire listeners everywhere.  

ONE SOUND Track Listing:

The Proclamation (feat. Bishop William H. Murphy Jr. & Dr. Lisa M. Weah)

One Sound, One Voice (feat. Vaughan Phoenix & Benita Washington)

You Reign (feat. J.J. Hairston)

Big (feat. Fred Graves & Vaughan Phoenix)

No Sweeter Name (feat. Miah White & Qualesia Bullard)

There’s Something About That Name/Praise (feat. Bishop Paul S. Morton)

Island Medley: Turned It Around/Hallelujah (feat. Bishop Neil C. Ellis & Nadene Moss)

Look Around (feat. Kierre Lindsay)

The Anthem (feat. William Murphy)

Still Amazed (feat. Jonathan McReynolds)

All About You (feat. DeVaughn Murphy)

Meet Me Here (feat. Bishop Paul S. Morton)

I’m Walking In Increase (feat. LeRoy Hooks)

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There is a sweet worship anthem sweeping the nation.  Choirs and worship teams have been blessing the name of Jesus  through the powerful lyrics and passionate music of the Gospel Radio chart topping song “Bless The Name of the Lord” by Earl Bynum and The Mount Unity Choir.    The Chesapeake, VA choir of over 100 dynamic voices has delivered what is being hailed as ‘The Worship Anthem of The Year’ and now everyone can Learn, Teach, Play and Sing this incredible song.  For a limited time, the sheet music for “Bless The Name of The Lord” is being made available via a free download. 

You can learn the song with the sheet music, watch the video on Youtube, purchase the single on itunes  and Day Wind Music has made a performance track available for order.  “Bless The Name of The Lord Performance Track”

BISHOP K.W. BROWN PRESENTS EARL BYNUM AND THE MOUNT UNITY CHOIR – LIVE will be in stores MAY 7 (K.W. Brown Ministries / Habakkuk Music / INgrooves Fontana Distribution).  The CD/DVD project is produced and directed by Minister Earl Bynum and features guests appearances by Dr. Judith McAllister, Evangelist Lemmie Battles, Charmaine Swimpson, Cora Armstrong and Slater Johnson.    Bishop Kim W. Brown is the senior pastor of Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church, affectionately known as The Mount, with two ministry locations in Chesapeake, VA and Elizabeth City, NC.   This marks the first musical release by the thriving east coast ministry.

BISHOP K.W. BROWN PRESENTS EARL BYNUM AND THE MOUNT UNITY CHOIR – LIVE CD/DVD In Stores May 7, 2013

 Track List:

1. PRAISE AWAITS featuring Traci Georges
2. MOST HOLY LORD featuring Shannon Johnson
3. BLESS THE NAME OF THE LORD featuring Earl Bynum, Jr.
4. WERE YOU THERE featuring Bishop Kim W. Brown
5. I HAVE NO DOUBT featuring Earl Bynum, Jr. / Slater Johnson
6. VICTORY featuring Lemmie Battles
7. SO LET US PRAISE THE LORD featuring Charmaine Swimpson
8. BLESS THE LORD OH MY SOUL featuring Earl Bynum, Jr.
9. WE WORSHIP YOU
10. KEEP ON BELIEVING featuring Cora Armstrong
11. ARISE! featuring Dr. Judith Christie-McAllister
12. HE’S ON YOUR SIDE featuring Sherri Wayne

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New York, NY — Fred Hammond’s 13th CD, UNITED TENORS: Hammond, Hollister, Roberson, Wilson, debuts #1 on Billboard’s Gospel sales charts, and #39 on the Billboard Top-200.  This scores Hammond, considered the chief architect of urban praise & worship, his 7th #1 Gospel debut.

UNITED TENORS: Hammond, Hollister, Roberson, Wilson brings a fresh perspective to praise and worship, with Hammond bringing together an impressive male ensemble to sing praises to the Lord.  “For a long time women have been at the forefront of the Gospel music sound, and we want to complement that and show what it looks like when men worship together; and also show that men CAN worship together” says Hammond. 

The United Tenors recently made appearances in Atlanta, Philadelphia, Richmond, Virginia and Washington, D.C. to promote the album.  The first single from the United Tenors is “Here In Our Praise,” which is one of the most added songs at Gospel radio this week.  It is a mellow sing-along in which they sing in unison: “With our hearts Lord, we worship you and we won’t be the same. In your power O Lord, we are changed! As we lift up your name let your presence reign over us as we worship you.” Watch the video here to experience “Here In Our Praise” for yourself à UT VIDEO.

Hammond says that this is the best album he’s ever done, because this essential band of brothers gelled so well together.  “When assembling the group, I didn’t just listen to voices, but I also looked at character,” Hammond says.  “I wanted to work with men who would work well together and complement each other.  Personally, I have to put Fred Hammond’s solo career and solo personae on hold for the sake of making this group successful.  This is a bigger cause, so I have to step back now and sing background…and I’m happy to do it. And these guys feel the same way…they play their parts. There are no egos.”

“Working with the United Tenors has been a total joy. The bottom line is, we are doing this out of love for God.  I think that makes the biggest difference.”  

UNITED TENORS: Hammond, Hollister, Roberson, Wilson is in stores now.

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Chicago

In addition to releasing the song, Pastor Charles Jenkins is encouraging people to maintain a healthy mind, body and spirit.  He will be holding a contest where fans can submit an essay explaining how they plan to live a healthier life in 2013.  The First Place Winner will receive prizes, all inspired to create healthy living.  In addition, Jenkins will be hitting the road promoting the new single.  More details on the contest and the tour are forthcoming.

Pastor Charles Jenkins is a dynamic, inspirational and visionary religious and community leader. He is widely known as the Senior Pastor of the legendary Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church in Chicago, Illinois, where, under his leadership, the membership has grown to 8,000 members. The author of the leadership book, Thriving In Change, he is also a GRAMMY® Award-winning songwriter, an accolade he received working with Israel Houghton and New Breed on the Alive in South Africa album penning the song “You’ve Been A Friend”. His latest CD project with Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church—Pastor Charles Jenkins Presents Fellowship Chicago Live: The Best of Both Worlds, released in June 2012.  The lead single and ultimately his mega-hit, “Awesome”, netted the artist five 2013 Stellar Awards (Song of the Year, CD of the Year, Choir of the Year, Traditional Choir of the Year and Recorded Music Packaging of the Year) in January 2013.

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Porsha Stewart is leaning on her faith in God following divorce speculation surrounding the “The Real Housewives of Atlanta” reality television star and her estranged former NFL playing husband Kordell Stewart.

After former NFL player Kordell Stewart made headlines for reportedly filing for divorce from “The Real Housewives of Atlanta” star Porsha Stewart headed over to her Instagram account to share a faith-based message with fans.

“Difficult moments, seek God. Quiet moments, worship God, “Porsha shared on Instagram. “Painful moments, trust God. Every moment, thank God.”

The reality television star has been vocal about her Christian faith on “The Real Housewives of Atlanta” and thanked those praying for her on Twitter.

“Thank you for your Prayers,” she tweeted.

Media sources like TMZ reported about the divorce taking place between Stewart and her husband. Porsha, the granddaughter of civil-rights leader Hosea Williams, was reportedly shocked by the news.

“Mrs. Stewart is disappointed about her husband’s recent filing for divorce. Mrs. Stewart held off on filing for divorce herself and remained committed to the marriage because Mr. Stewart promised to work on the marriage with her,” the estranged Mrs. Stewart’s representative reportedly told OMG! Yahoo. “Instead, he misled her and she found out about the filing in the media. Mrs. Stewart hopes to resolve these personal issues privately with the support of her family, friends and strong faith.”

Still, the reality television star has been receiving support from her fellow cast members of “The Real Housewives of Atlanta.”

Cast member Nene Leakes tweeted her support for the estranged Mrs. Stewart.

“I am (a) good judge of character,” Leakes tweeted Tuesday. “I will stand by and support my little sister @PorshaDStewart.”

Kenya Moore, model and Stewart’s fellow cast member also tweeted her support for the estranged Mrs. Stewart.

“Even though @porshadstewart and I have had our differences, I would never want to see anyone in pain,” Moore tweeted. “I wish her well.”

Washington, D.C. — Howard University says former President Bill Clinton will deliver the school’s commencement address in May.

University President Sidney Ribeau said Tuesday that Clinton would deliver the speech on May 11. Ribeau says Clinton’s example as a leader, humanitarian and advocate and his commitment to public service will inspire the class of 2013.

The Washington, D.C., university is among the nation’s oldest historically black colleges and universities. It was established in 1867, following the Civil War.

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TBR – Durham, NC – The North Carolina Gospel Announcers Guild (NCGAG) Convention 2013 was recently held at the Sheraton Imperial Hotel in Durham, NC.

From May14th – May 17^th Industry Music Executives, Independent artists, groups and Gospel music lovers found their way to one of the Gospel industries annual events, hosted by the NCGAG.

The four day convention included just about everything anyone in Gospel would have been looking for when it comes to Workshops, Panel Discussions, Relevant Topics, Networking, Industry Heavy Hitters, Industry Luncheons, Vendors, Nightly Showcases and an Awards Show.

Kicking off with a dedication service on Tuesday, followed by an official opening on Wednesday, the NCGAG President, Bishop Arvetra Jones, welcomed everyone before quickly transitioning over to the first work session, “Understanding the Importance of ALL Radio.” 

This made for great interactive discussions that ultimately had to be broken down into three separate days for conversations with Industry veterans, Jerry Smith (Radio One), Chris Squire (CEO Wilmington Chester Mass Choir) Vicki Mack Lataillade (Central South Distribution), Sheilah Belle, The Belle (The Belle Report), Pastor Veryl Howard (Book Manager) and Tracy Morgan (Radio Program Director).

This conversation started with understanding the importance of all radio, but also covered “How to get your music played on the radio” and the many challenges artists have when they have done everything that is often requested but still face the iron gates, old school mentality and a numbers or a statistic game to some stations that remain close to new artists.

Other hot bottom topics included understanding the importance of Marketing and Promotions and how that works with panelists Wanda Adams,  Reggie Rich (Rejoice America Radio)  Kevin James (Christian Jukebox Radio), Shawn Manuel (Gospel Impact Radio), Humilitee (Gospel Fruit), Kenny Taylor, Pastor Veryl Howard and The Belle (The Belle Report).

(Top Row) Chris Squire, Kenny Taylor, (Bottom Row) The Belle, Vicki Mack, Pastor Howard and Wanda Adams

“Bridging the Gap Between Radio and Quartet” were Bill Boykin, Michael Boykin, Mama Curtis and Archie Swindell.  This was the class that was truly appreciated by many as it reminded everyone how vital Quartet music is despite its challenges for radio airplay.

Discussing Artist Development and the Benefits of Quality Production were top producers Bubby Fann, Denver Wright and Jamain Freeman who truly kept their class attention and well entertained.

Mama Curtis also stepped in for Dennis Coles to talk about The Stellar Awards Committee and breaking down the importance of understanding the in’s and outs of Copy Writing were Andre Bright and Chrystal Redding.

Throughout the weekend, various local artists stopped by to show their support, including Pastor Shirley Caesar who talked about the importance of protecting your music. (CLICK HERE)

The Week long convention wrapped up with the NCGAG 2013 Annual Banquet Program where thirteen Pastors, Radio Stations and Music Industry Executives were recognized for their dedication to the music industry and the community.

The evening was hosted by Gospel Comedian Anna Douglas, Humilitee and The Belle.

Special guests included; Upper Room Church of God in Christ, Eric Carrington, Healing Center Ministries Dance team, C.D. Porter, The Showers, Ruth La’ Ontra’, Bubby Fann and Eric Waddell & Abundant Life Singers from Baltimore, MD.

Bishop Jones also gave the Gospel Hip Hop Artist a platform to perform following the Banquet.  The Christian Rap Concert was hosted by Ronnie Ron, JonesBoy and Helps. Special guest included PDOGG & DJ Will.

To Bishop Jones, Michael Boykin, NCGAG Vice President, Apostle James A. McDonald and the entire NCGAG Family, congratulations on another great Convention and on a job well done!  The Gospel industry needs you to continue to do what you are doing with excellence as you give the Gospel Community a respectable platform that enhances individuals who are trying to move forward!~

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New York – Sirius XM Radio (NASDAQ: SIRI) announced today that its gospel music channel, Praise, will become Kirk Franklin’s Praise, a commercial-free music channel executive produced by multi-Grammy® Award-winning, multi-platinum selling, crossover gospel artist Kirk Franklin.

Kirk Franklin’s Praise channel will give SiriusXM listeners the opportunity to hear contemporary and classic gospel music from artists such as Shirley Caesar, Fred Hammond, Mary Mary, Donnie McClurkin, Marvin Sapp, Isaac Carree, LeAndria, Bishop T.D. Jakes, Mali Music and Lecrae. 

Kirk Franklin’s Praise will be available via satellite on channel 64, and through the SiriusXM Internet Radio App on smartphones and other connected devices, as well as online at siriusxm.com. The 24/7 commercial-free gospel music channel will launch on Friday, May 24, at 12:00 pm ET.

Kirk Franklin will celebrate the launch of Kirk Franklin’s Praise with a live performance and an intimate Q&A in front of an audience of SiriusXM listeners for SiriusXM’s “Artist Confidential” series. The performance will air on Kirk Franklin’s Praise channel, on Monday, May 27 at 8:00 am ET and throughout the following week.  SiriusXM’s “Artist Confidential” with Kirk Franklin will also be available on SiriusXM On Demand for listeners listening via the SiriusXM Internet Radio App for smartphones and other mobile devices or online at siriusxm.com. Visit www.siriusxm.com/ondemand for more information on SiriusXM On Demand.

“I am so honored and excited to be able to have this platform to bring music fans the biggest stars and the freshest new talents in Gospel music,” said Mr. Franklin. “Over the years, SiriusXM has shown a real commitment to Gospel music and I am proud to be working alongside their staff to build this new channel.”

“We are thrilled to have Kirk Franklin bring his passion and enthusiasm to SiriusXM and help change how gospel music is heard”,” said Steve Blatter, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Music Programming, SiriusXM.

SiriusXM listeners will also continue hearing Houston-based Pastor Rudy Rasmus sharing his unique style of applying love to real-life, spiritually uplifting and motivational situations on his weekly Love Revolution show, airing Sundays at 12:00 pm ET, with an encore broadcast on Wednesdays at 6:00 pm ET.  Popular hosts Gina Rogers, Meta Washington, and Fred Mills will also continue presenting gospel music to SiriusXM listeners.

For nearly two decades, Franklin has been a multi-platinum-selling pioneer in gap-bridging musicianship, uniting audiences across gospel, hip hop, pop and R&B. His irresistible rhythms and rhapsodies have resulted in albums that consistently top both Billboard’s Gospel and Christian charts, as well as ascend triumphantly into the Top 10 of the R&B/Hip Hop chart. His unprecedented penetration into the mainstream has fortified him to also become a New York Times bestselling author for The Blueprint: A Plan for Living Above Life’s Storms (Gotham/Penguin). Franklin is also the host and executive producer of the gospel talent show “Sunday Best,” the highest-rated gospel program in BET network history now heading into its sixth season. To date, the trendsetter has garnered nine Grammy Awards, 39 Stellar Awards, 16 Dove Awards (CCM), eight NAACP Image Awards, two BET Awards, an American Music Award, a Soul Train Award and numerous others.

More recently, Mr. Franklin has been hard at work alongside the House of Blues creating a brand new Gospel brunch experience.  Kirk Franklin’s Gospel Brunch at the House of Blues debuted this month at all of the HOB locations around the country and will continue each and every Sunday (check local clubs for times).

Kirk Franklin’s Praise joins SiriusXM’s roster of channels created with iconic artists, including Bruce Springsteen’s E Street Radio, Ozzy Osbourne’s Ozzy’s Boneyard, Pearl Jam Radio, Eminem’s Shade 45, Willie Nelson’s Willie’s Roadhouse, B.B. King’s Bluesville, Elvis Radio, Jimmy Buffett’s Radio Margaritaville and Siriusly Sinatra.

SiriusXM’s “Artist Confidential” series features important and timeless names in music sitting down for candid interviews, intimate conversations exclusively with SiriusXM studio audience members, and live performances.  SiriusXM’s “Artist Confidential” series has featured Paul McCartney, Santana, Coldplay, Phil Collins, Foreigner, Don Henley, Bonnie Raitt, Rush, Smashing Pumpkins, Moody Blues, Robert Plant, Sting, Bob Weir and over 100 others.

For more information on SiriusXM, please visit www.siriusxm.com. 

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Los Angeles

“Praise and Worship music is one of the cornerstones of adoring and honoring our God, a joyful celebration of congregational singing,” said Bryant S. Scott, President of Tyscot. “We signed JAVEN as we truly believe it’s his time to help the nation & the world, Worship In The Now!”

Over the past decade, JAVEN has not only gained international recognition as a recording artist, but as an actor as well. His extensive acting credits include the Off-Broadway musical “The Rock and the Rabbi” and feature films like “The Sixth,” “Abandoned” (starring Brittany Murphy), “One Night with the King” (opposite Omar Sharif and Peter O’Toole) and “Preacher’s Kid” (with Clifton Powell and former Destiny’s Child member LaToya Luckett). JAVEN also served as a co-host on BET’s “Paula White Show” from 2001-2002.

“I’m excited about ‘Worship in the Now’ and what it means to those who are experiencing it,” said JAVEN. “I know as people begin to include worship more and more in their everyday lives, everything from depression to poverty, even sickness will begin to be removed from their lives. It’s my belief that this new CD will be a hit across the country with this Now Generation of Worshipers, who are people that want to get closer to God’s presence.”

JAVEN continues to tour worldwide, traveling internationally to perform and speak throughout North America and around the world. On May 21st, JAVEN will celebrate the release of “Worship in the Now” with a free CD Release Concert at Faith World in Orlando, with special guests Jonathan Nelson, DeLeon Sheffield, Trent & Keisha Cory, Damita, Kaci Stewart and LaRue Howard.

“Worship in the Now” Track Listing:
1. Worship In The Now
2. Come Together
3. Lift Me Up (feat. Damita)
4. You Are My God
5. Hosanna
6. Raise The Cross (feat. Marvin Winans, Jr.)
7. Free
8. Majesty/Precious Lamb (Medley)
9. None Like You (Intro)
10. None Like You
11. Fresh Oil (Intro)
12. Fresh Oil
13. Safe (Intro)
14. Safe (feat. The Campbell Family)
15. Worshiper In Me (feat. Jonathan Nelson)
16. My Time To Praise (feat. LaRue Howard)

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Resurfacing with the dynamic single, “How Great,” Franklin “Bubby” Fann is spouting out a sound that is sure to engulf the interest of its listeners. Known for previous music like “Judah Prayze” and “Jesus Saves,” he has regrouped and partnered with Freddy Jerkins of Darkchild Gospel to bring us “Praise Interpretations.”

This album takes us through a myriad of musical interpretations, from his gritty and glottal church anthem, “Sanctuary,” to the indie rock ballad “More Of You.”

Indicative of his spiritual transformation, Bubby has pair himself with his newest aggregation of singers, and has gone from Unlimited Praise to Praise Beyond. Together, they effortlessly glide through breadths of pitches and key changes, and all with a sincere aim to hold true to worshipping God, and “praising beyond.”

“I’ve watched Bubby Fann & Praise Beyond over the years and witnessed them transform into the great artists they are today. I knew the time was now for me to get on board to help propel them to the next level” states Fred Jerkins CEO Darkchild Gospel.

Without a doubt, this is a ministry to watch! 

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The Pace Family comprising of 9 real life sisters, 7 of which are in the group, The Pace Sisters: Latrice, DeJuaii, Melonda, June, Leslie, Duranice, and Lydia. The Pace Sisters released four albums and are considered one of gospel’s stand-out female groups. 

On the outside, the group seemingly has it all yet on the inside, the Pace family has struggled with a lifelong battle with weight. The family of a total of 10 siblings have been all challenged with weight loss and at age 54, their only brother, Murphy Pace passed away.

This year they made the decision to get their lives together and reclaim their health. Part of that commitment included seven of nine sisters agreeing to sit down with spiritual life coach Iyanla Vanzant. In a unexpected twist, Melonda, had a minor stroke (which she has 100% recovered from) before she even had the chance to speak with Iyanla. Iyanla works to help the sisters uncover and confront what has been “mentally and physically” weighing them down. The show taps into why obesity and weight issues seem to be a generational curse for this family.

When asked why they chose to make this change now Lydia explained “Prayer…and getting to the reason behind my actions and no longer masking the real reason.” While Latrice said “self-awareness and an awareness that I hadn’t tapped into the abundant life that has been made available to me.”

In the process of taping the show, the sisters collectively committed to lose weight, adopt a healthier lifestyle and also decided to re-ignite their music career.  As part of this “new season” for the group, they recorded a new single, “Just Believe” produced by Teddy Riley. The project is being executive produced by The Pace Sisters and music business executive, Vivian Scott Chew, via their new partnership.   ”Just Believe” will be available on iTunes and Amazon.com on May 14.  A new album is expected later this year.

For more information about “Iyanla: Fix My Life,” please visit Oprah.com/iyanlafixmylife. For a sneak peek which airs May 18th check out: http://www.oprah.com/own-iyanla-fix-my-life/First-Look-Iyanla-Fix-My-Overweight-Family-Video.

Long after taping Iyanla’s show, The Pace Sisters’ journey continues as they work to maintain their weight-loss efforts.  Latrice and personal trainer Lorenzo Everhard, started the “Weight Release Challenge” which encourages a healthy, safe weight loss process.  To sign up/for more information visit their Facebook Page or http://www.traineverhard.com.

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New York

“Pastors of L.A.” will give viewers a candid and revealing look at six boldly different and world renowned mega-pastors in Southern California, who are willing to share diverse aspects of their lives, from their work in the COMMUNITY and with their parishioners to the very large and sometimes provocative lives they lead away from the pulpit. “‘Pastors of L.A.’ documents these larger than life characters who are rock stars in their communities, with a fresh, unique perspective that will resonate with our young audience,” said Rod Aissa, Senior Vice President of Original Programming and Development, Oxygen Media. “By teaming up with Lemuel and Holly who are some of the best creative minds in the business and heavily respected within this COMMUNITY, we can deliver this authentic series with integrity, while also staying right on brand with Oxygen.”

“We are delighted to work with Oxygen to develop this groundbreaking series on the extraordinary lives of some of the most prominent pastors in America,” said Lemuel Plummer. “I come to this project with a respect and understanding of their world, having grown up as the son of a pastor and religious broadcasters.  We intend to portray the human side of these pastors and the real world in which they live and work.”

“This show documents a journey of transparency from one man to the next as they endeavor to lead others to their own truth and self-discovery,” adds Holly Carter who holds a doctorate of divinity with an emphasis on marketplace ministry and is the daughter of a pastor and an industry veteran in faith and inspirational development and programming.  “It’s a dose of reality and a pound of redemption coming from a creative team reared in the church.”

MEET THE CAST OF “PASTORS OF L.A.”:

Bishop Noel Jones (@BishopNoelJones)

A Jamaican born into poverty, Bishop Noel Jones has made his way to the other extreme, now living on a hilltop with a view of the Pacific Ocean, Malibu at his feet, and across the street from the former home of the late L.A. Lakers owner, Jerry Buss. The pastor of a church full of celebrities, and the brother of Grace Jones, Bishop Jones is headed towards retirement and looking for a successor who he can entrust his life’s work.  But finding the right man is harder than it sounds.

Deitrick Haddon (@DeitrickHaddon)

The son of a bishop and an evangelist, Deitrick was preaching at the age of eleven and conducting the church choir at thirteen.  At twenty-three he married the woman he was expected to marry – the lead soprano of the church choir.  However, everything didn’t continue as perfectly as the church had hoped. Deitrick and his wife got a divorce and the members of the church shunned him.  Aside from the call on his life, the one thing that helped him from hitting rock bottom was his music. A dynamic personality, singer, songwriter, and preacher, Deitrick finds himself at an impasse in life. Which road will he choose?

Bishop Clarence McClendon (@BishopMcClendon)

Bishop Clarence McClendon appears throughout the world on his weekly international broadcast, which is available in 250 million homes worldwide.  This charismatic and ubiquitous bishop has been noted for his contemporary and relevant approach to the Gospel. He believes the Gospel is not only for the down and out but for the up and out. His ministry spans from skid row to the estates of Bel Air.  When challenged about what many have called his prosperity Gospel, Bishop replies, “there is no other kind of Gospel.”

Pastor Wayne Chaney

At the age of twenty he got the call from God and has grown to become a prominent pastor of the church his grandfather built.  Fast-forward 10 years later, Antioch is the leading church in its COMMUNITY. With an ability to communicate complex truths in a simple way, Pastor Chaney has helped remarkably grow the church, along with the help of his secret weapon, his wife, gospel artist Myeshia Chaney. While Antioch is poised to become the next mega-church with the ability to reach millions worldwide, there’s an obstacle in the way and it comes from within Pastor Wayne’s own family.

Bishop Ron Gibson

Born in Compton, addicted to drugs before he was a teenager, a leader of the Crips by the time he was sixteen, a robber and a pimp, Bishop Ron Gibson was the least likely person to end up a preacher.  He now changes the lives of 4,500 people each week at the Life Church of God in Christ, which he started with only nine people in the congregation.  Through it all he’s accumulated great wealth, power and purpose.  However, there’s one thing he and his wife would give it all away for – a child.

Pastor Jay Haizlip (@jayhaizlip)

One of the pioneering greats of competitive skateboarding, Pastor Jay Haizlip, originally from Gadsden, Alabama, collected big trophies, bigger paychecks and high-end sponsors, but fell deep into drugs, and into the crack houses of Huntington Beach and Long Beach, California.  Back in the crack houses again, this time he’s not there for drugs – he’s helping rescue souls for the Kingdom.  Serving as Senior Pastor of The Sanctuary of Huntington Beach, Pastor Jay Haizlip reaches out to troubled youth, finding them in prisons, skate parks and the same crack houses he once shot dope in.

“Pastors of L.A.” (working title) is produced by L. Plummer Media in association with Relevé Entertainment, with Lemuel Plummer, Holly Carter and Chris Costine serving as Executive Producers.

About Lemuel Plummer

The son of parents who owned and operated three television stations, Lemuel Plummer, 26, grew up surrounded by television and film production, and gained his first hands-on production experience producing, directing and editing nationally syndicated programs.  By the time he was 23, he had a first look deal with BET Networks, producing for several series, including but not limited to “The Mo’nique Show” and “The Family Crews,” and creating/executive producing the docu- series “Vindicated,” which premiered in December 2012.  Lemuel has also produced for WeTV’s hit show, “Mary Mary,” and produced BET’s “The Sheards,” which premiered in April 2013.

About Holly Carter

Holly Carter is the CEO and founder of Relevé Entertainment, one of the premier management and production companies for family and faith inspired content.  A fifteen-year industry veteran, her career began in television casting (“The Fresh Prince of Bel Air,” “Roc,” and “Martin”).  Inspired by a passion for artist development, she transitioned into talent representation. Upon landing her first superstar client, Usher, her company expanded into management, music and branding.

As a producer of television and film, her television credits include “The Sheards” (BET Networks) and “L.A. Hair” (second season WE tv). She also created and executive produced BET’s “106 & Gospel” and packaged the hit Nickelodeon series “Romeo!” with Tommy Lynch. On the film side, Carter packaged and produced in partnership with Rainforest Films, the groundbreaking faith-based feature film The Gospel (Sony ScreenGems) starring Idris Elba and Boris Kodjoe, In the Mix (Lionsgate) starring Usher Raymond, Mama I Want to Sing, starring Lynn Whitfield, Hill Harper and R&B hit maker, Ciara, and A Beautiful Soul, starring Deitrick Haddon and Harry Lennix.  During her tenure, she has also helped to develop the careers of award winning gospel artists Kirk Franklin, Donnie McClurkin, Cece Winans, Mary Mary, Kierra Sheard, and Deitrick Haddon, among others.

Carter is also the founder of The Merge Summit, an empowerment and educational conference that merges the worlds of faith and entertainment.  The Event features in workshop settings a diverse array of entertainment industry executives, leading entertainers, as well as leaders from the corporate and faith communities.

A Los Angeles native, wife and mother of two, Carter is a graduate of the MBA program at the USC Marshall School of Business and holds a Doctorate of Ministry from the Southern California School of Ministry.

About L. Plummer Media

Created in 2011, L. Plummer Media is based in Los Angeles and is a full service production company, guided by a mission to generate programming that reflects the diversity, breadth, and richness of American culture and experience. In adhering to this philosophy, L. Plummer Media has produced or is producing shows for BET and Oxygen.  Among these shows are the series, “Vindicated,” “Pastors of L.A.” and “The Sheards.” In addition, L. Plummer Media is busily developing a full slate of shows it hopes will not only entertain a wide broadcast audience, but uplift it as well.

About Oxygen Media

Oxygen Media is a multiplatform entertainment brand that delivers relevant and engaging content to young women who like to “live out loud.” Oxygen is rewriting the rulebook for women’s media by changing how the world sees entertainment from a young woman’s point of view. Through a vast array of unconventional and original content, including “The Glee Project,” “The Face,” “Best Ink,” “I’m Having Their Baby” and “Bad Girls Club,” the growing cable network is the premier destination to find unique and groundbreaking unscripted programming. “The Glee Project” is a winner of a 2012 Gracie Award which honors programming created for women, by women and about women for “Outstanding Reality Show.” A social media trendsetter, Oxygen is a leading force in engaging modern young women, wherever they are, with popular, award winning features online including www.OxygenLive.com, the real time social viewing party that is also available as an app for the iPhone and iPad. Oxygen is available in 80 million homes, and can be found online and on mobile devices at www.oxygen.com. Oxygen Media is a service of NBCUniversal.

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Atlanta, GA — Grammy ® Award- nominated, Dove, Stellar, GMWA, NAACP Image Award-Winning Singer DOTTIE PEOPLES teams up with Divine Dzion to create her signature line of pantyhose, “I Got This” Diva Line Hosiery, available online and in stores starting today.

“I’m excited to embark on this new adventure,” said Dottie. “In addition to music, I have always had a flair for fashion. Thanks to Divine Dzion, my dream to create stylish yet comfortable hosiery for the curvaceous woman has come true.”

“I Got This” Diva Line Hosiery is designed to complement a woman’s curves with hours of comfort and support. The reasonably priced pantyhose collection comes in a wide range of ultra-sheer colors, from “tempting tan” to “black charcoal,” and features a sleek, “barely there” feel. Available in a variety of regular and hard-to-find sizes, including A-Q3, “I Got This” Diva Line Hosiery is perfect for the everyday diva or a night of full-on diva glam.

“Whether on stage, in church, or at brunch with friends, it’s important for women of all shapes and sizes to feel beautiful,” explains Dottie. “Pantyhose are a key element in making a woman’s style look polished and sophisticated.  A lot of women have a hard time finding hosiery to fit their body comfortably, and that can interfere with a woman’s self -confidence. My “I Got This” Diva Line Hosiery is designed to hug a woman’s curves so perfectly that she forgets she’s wearing pantyhose.  When a woman can focus on how beautiful she feels, and is not distracted by ill-fitting foundation, that’s when her inner diva shines!”

For more information on styles, pricing, and availability go to www.dottiepeoples.com/store.

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Richmond, VA – Mother’s were remembered around the globe on yesterday and at Mt. Olive Baptist Church, Bells Road, Richmond, VA, mothers, grandmothers, Great Grandmothers, Aunts, Stepmothers, Foster mothers and anyone who had stepped into the roll to be a mother were all celebrated as Pastor Michael Sanders opened up the 11am Sunday morning worship service.

The Male Chorus sang for the women, roses were passes out to all of the mothers and special guests also performed.

Stepping in as the Sunday morning guest speaker was Sheilah Belle, The Belle, which also set the stage for her first Sunday morning 11am sermon.  Belle said, “Yeah I’m a little nervous but I’m trusting Jesus to guide me every step of the way. What a blessed opportunity to be used by God.” 

It was truly a memorable Sunday morning service.

Thanks again to Pastor Sanders for opening his doors.

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Gospel Mega Star Kirk Franklin, pushes forward with his latest venture which is now a regular event called Kirk Franklin’s Gospel Brunch.  His efforts come during the 20^th Anniversary of the House of Blues, which he also curates for House of Blues outlets around the country, including the Sunset Strip.

“I think this will expand what I’m trying to do, which is [spread] a message that’s more easily expressed through music than the pulpit. So we’re keeping faith-based content in the marketplace. [We're] taking their brunch, that’s happened over the last 20 years, and re-branding it and stirring it up with a new sound in different markets,” says Franklin.

Franklin’s Gospel Brunch in L.A. kicked off on Sunday, Mother’s Day, and will continue on selected Sundays in May and June.

The menu will feature a Southern inspired buffet and a performance by artists picked by Franklin.

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Philadelphia

The movie INIQUITY is also now slated for a have a one day showing in Chicago on Friday May 31^st at Marcus Theater.  A packed House is expected with Director Joshua Coates in attendance along with several of the featured stars of INIQUITY.

For Show times and Tickets: 16350 South LaGrange Road, Orland Park, IL.  (708) 873-1900.

Click Here to see Exclusive Interview with Director Joshua Coates and The Belle.

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Atlanta

The project includes her rising radio single “Right There” and a stand out contemporary track “Lead Me”. LIVE IN ATLANTA also features a special guest appearance by The Princess of Gospel Angela Spivey on the foot stomping, fiery cut ”Hold On”.

To celebrate LIVE IN ATLANTA, Stevenson invited her friends Sheilah Belle (The Belle Report), Lowell Pye (Award Winning Gospel Vocalist), Small Fyre (Comedian), Shawn Bigby (Gospel Singer) and Terrence Cotton (Gospel Singer) to join her on May 14 in Atlanta.  The concert event will take place at New Life International Family Church, 5349 Snapfinger Woods Dr., Decatur, GA at 7:30PM.  

Stevenson recently took her dynamic music ministry abroad in December of 2012 as part of Earl Bynum International Ministries who books gospel artists each year to tour throughout Europe.  Stevenson and her team of singers launched their first major international tour of Italy stopping in Venezia, La Spezia, Sardina, Sassari, Cagliari, Cerro, Veronese, Ascoli Piceno, Perugia, Roma; and on to Bellinzona, Switzerland.
  
Stevenson has been honored to sing with the legendary Caravans, Kathy Taylor, Pastor Shirley Caesar, The Canton Spirituals, The Williams Brothers, Pastor Marvin Sapp and many others. She earned two Stellar Award Nominations for her 2009 project  Finally…In God’s Time and was cast for an appearance in the Tyler Perry movie Madea’s Big Happy Family.   An esteemed milestone for Stevenson was to record “Lord Keep Me” (Day by Day), made a classic by the legendary Caravan’s founder the late Dr. Albertina Walker, and to minister the song at the celebrated gospel queen’s home going service. Adding to this honor, Stevenson recently collaborated in a duet with Evangelist Dorothy Norwood on her 2011 single “Just That Good”.

Monica Lisa Stevenson LIVE IN ATLANTA Track List:

1.  Lead Me

2.  In His Presence

3.  Hold On

4.  Hold On (Reprise)

5.  Lord Keep Me

6.  Lord Keep Me (Testimony)

7.  Right There

8.  Fall Fresh

9.  More In Store

10. More In Store (Part 2)

11. It’s Your Time

12. It’s Your Time “The Wait Is Over” (Reprise)

13. (Bonus Track) So Glad He Saved Me

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