Let's Talk: Gospel Music Gold

•Mandisa Lynn Hundley was born October of 1976 in Citrus Heights, California where she nurtured her vocal abilities after giving her life to God as a young girl.  Following graduating from El Camino High School she went on to American River College leaning in to vocal Jazz.  She later graduated from Fisk University in Nashville, Tennessee with a Bachelor’s Degree in Vocal Performance. • Although Mandisa sang in worship groups and travelled her main stage to the world opened up when she became a contestant on American Idol in 2005.  During the fifth season she finished in ninth place. •Following her appearance, she received offers to record and that she did.  Her first Album “True Beauty” soared on the Billboard charts in the Christian Music category.  Before Mandisa’s passing she recorded 6 full albums and 1 compilation Album. •Her biggest chart-topping album was “Overcomer” reaching #29 on the Billboard Adult Contemporary Christian chart within the first week of release. •To the acclaim of Mandisa’s career as a Recording artist she won several Grammy Awards, K-Love awards and other awards and accolades. •Mandisa released an album “Out of The Dark” which a book with the same title made her an author and the development of a Podcast “Out of The Dark”. •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com •You may also “like” and share the podcast episode; or you may Subscribe to be alerted when the newest show is published. •LET’S TALK: GOSPEL MUSIC GOLD RADIO SHOW AIRS SATURDAY MORNING 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST ON INTERNET RADIO STATION WMRM-DB •The Podcast and Radio show is heard anywhere in the World! •NEW BOOK RELEASE! •Legacy of James C. Chambers And his Contributions to Gospel Music History •Available for purchase on Amazon.com

•TaNechi Temple a native of Corinth, Mississippi she discovered her passion and love for music at an early age and began singing by the age of 2 and directing church choirs at 5 years old.  •Throughout her school years, she participated in All-State Honor Choirs, local honor choirs, and her school’s musicals. In high school, TaNechi was the President as well as Soprano and Alto Section Leader of the choir. She was inducted into her high school’s Hall of Fame for her academic, leadership, and musical contributions.  Eventually, TaNechi took her love for music to college where she graduated from Mississippi State University obtaining her Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a concentration in Music. •In June of 2019, TaNechi released her first single, Promises, as a tribute to her community of Corinth as well as a Christmas single, Oh Holy Night, in November of 2020. •TaNechi was nominated for and was a finalist for Female Artist/Vocalist of the Year at the 2022 Gospel Music Choice Awards held in Atlanta, Ga. •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com •You may also “like” and share the podcast episode; or you may Subscribe to be alerted when the newest show is published. •LET’S TALK: GOSPEL MUSIC GOLD RADIO SHOW AIRS SATURDAY MORNINGS

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•Rev. Lawrence C. Roberts born in Newark, NJ, August 1936. He had a love for Gospel Music at an early age. By age eleven, he played for his first choir, at the Zion Hill Baptist Church, Newark, NJ.  He attended the Newark Public School System, graduating from its prestigious Arts High School. •1953, Lawrence Roberts became the "first" Black Gospel Record Company Producer in the country. Through his efforts he enabled Savoy Record Company to become a totally Gospel Label, ending its rhythm and blues status.  While there Rev. Roberts produced some of America's greatest gospel artists: the Clara Ward Singers, Alex Bradford, James Cleveland, the Roberta Martin Singers to name a few. •His greatest collaboration was with Rev. James Cleveland where with the Angelic Choir (which Rev. Roberts founded & organized) recorded and produced 14 of the greatest albums in Gospel Music History “Peace Be Still” one of those top albums. ·Rev. Lawrence Roberts was the 1st Recipient of the Bobby Jones Vision Award, and is heard on the sound track for the movie "Sleeping with Anger" starring Danny Glover. •He was also organist on the "legendary" Sister Rosetta Thorpe's final album. •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com •You may also “like” and share the podcast episode; or you may Subscribe to be alerted when the newest show is published. •LET’S TALK: GOSPEL MUSIC GOLD RADIO SHOW AIRS SATURDAY MORNING

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•David Whitfield began his musical interest with pots and pans as a drum set in the middle of the kitchen floor. Despite his uncle the late Thomas “The Maestro” Whitefield wishes to be a protégé and learn to play the organ, he continued playing drums and then at age 7 he directed the Voices of Tabernacle under the late Pastor D.K. Craig. David continued playing the drums in local churches and assemblies as well as Southeastern and King High schools. Advancing from the percussion section David began assistant directing for the Wings of Love Youth Chorale & Gospel Chorus. •During the drug epidemic of the 1990’s he was given a vision to bring awareness and encouragement to the youth that were being affected.  He called upon family, friends, classmates and formed a God’s Power over Drugs Rally, this was a huge event where he was presented accolades from the City of Detroit Common Council. This dedication to ministry and the likeness of others afforded him many opportunities, he shared the stage with the community choir welcoming Nelson Mandela to the Motor City, as well as, he being the Assistant Director for Chris Jones & Word of Praise, until the Lord blessed him with the vision to begin his own. •In January 2000, David birthed, Whitfield Productions “The Next Generation” which comprised of a group of young adults ageing 8 years to 30, they began traveling and uplifting the name of the Lord throughout the country. •Min. David Whitfield and Whitfield Productions will be celebrating 25 years in ministry in 2025, have several recorded projects, “It’s Gonna Be Alright, “Calvary’s Cross,” “Sunday Night Live”, and “Keys To The Kingdom;” which Minister David Whitfield II, Co-produced. •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com •You may also “like” and share the podcast episode; or you may Subscribe to be alerted when the newest show is published. •LET’S TALK: GOSPEL MUSIC GOLD RADIO SHOW AIRS SATURDAY MORNING 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST ON INTERNET RADIO STATION WMRM-DB •The Podcast and Radio show is heard anywhere in the World! •NEW BOOK RELEASE! •Legacy of James C. Chambers-And his Contributions to Gospel Music History Available for Purchase Amazon.com

As drummers do, he is part of the band. But now, he takes his place in the distinguished field of composers and producers, joined by co-writers Gregory Gay and Jocelyn Buchanan. The double disc's single, “With Thee I Wed” (the wedding song) which features Desmond Pringle and Felicia Coleman-Evans has been enjoying worldwide airplay and peaked at # 1 on the Billboard Nielsen BDS Internet Radio Gospel Chart ( week 7 November 2021). Curtis Fondren and Jocelyn Buchanan created the song with hopes to inspire the Christian and Secular world about the sanctity of marriage as ordained by God. If you love music, whether it’s gospel, non-gospel, or both, Listen to the Man. The Writings of Curtis Fondren Heart Songs & Other Melodies Vol. 1 Produced By: Gregory Gay, Curtis Fondren & Pharis Evans Jr. Curtis joins the ranks of elite music makers and influencers as a Voting Member of The Recording Academy, also he celebrates endorsements from Soultone Cymbals and Xcel Drumsticks •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com •You may also “like” and share the podcast episode; or you may Subscribe to be alerted when the newest show is published. •LET’S TALK: GOSPEL MUSIC GOLD RADIO SHOW AIRS SATURDAY MORNING 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST ON INTERNET RADIO STATION WMRM-DB •The Podcast and Radio show is heard anywhere in the World! •NEW BOOK RELEASE! •Legacy of James C. Chambers -And his Contributions to Gospel Music History •Available to purchase on Amazon.com

•Elder Lang Turner is an anointed singer, Choir Director, Minister of Music, writer, arranger, and gospel Preacher. Turner has been singing gospel music & directing choirs since the age of 6 years old. A native of Chicago, Illinois and the youngest of 4 children, Rev. Turner is a licensed and ordained minister by Rev. Dr. Willie J. Sutton, Jr. and has been preaching and teaching the Word of God since 1998. •Lang absolutely loves doing God’s work and making the devil mad. Over the course of 50 years in the gospel music ministry, he has toured across the length and breadth of this country including touring in Germany and Switzerland. •Lang has been a constant teacher/instructor at the state level of The Minnesota State Baptist Convention, Inc. his favorite scripture is Proverbs 3:5-6: “Trust In The Lord With All Thine Heart And Lean Not To Thine Own Understanding, In All Thy Ways Acknowledge God And He Will Direct Thy Path”. •Lang is serving as an Elder, Radio Announcer and lead vocalist and choir member of the historic Cosmopolitan Church Of Prayer; the world renowned “Warriors”. •Most recently featured lead on Cosmopolitan’s Church of Prayer latest project entitled “Yes Jesus Loves Me” written by Terry Moore.  On the  “Jesus Knows” Project Sanctified Chicago, Illinois •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com •You may also “like” and share the podcast episode; or you may Subscribe to be alerted when the newest show is published. •LET’S TALK: GOSPEL MUSIC GOLD RADIO SHOW AIRS SATURDAY MORNING 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST ON INTERNET RADIO STATION WMRM-DB •The Podcast and Radio show is heard anywhere in the World! •NEW BOOK RELEASE! •Legacy of James C. Chambers: And his Contributions to Gospel Music History •Available on Amazon.com

•Austin Carr is no stranger to Gospel Music with his Gospel Hit song “Call His Name” which touched the lives of many listeners. •While in the midst of a challenging childhood battling the pressures of living in the projects surrounded by crime, Austin Discovered his ability to sing at the age of 10 years old being Influenced by the sounds of Pop & R&B he began to cultivate his talent by performing at block parties. In 1996 at the age of 20, he began singing with a pop group named 4 Of a Kind. From there he went on to singing at talent shows and events in different locations throughout the U.S. •In 2006, Austin Carr was in a place of depression facing life’s struggles. At the time his mother Geraldine Allen came to him making one powerful statement “Try Jesus For Yourself” Austin trusted in the direction of his mother and received Jesus Christ as his personal savior and was Filled with the Holy Ghost just months there after. He has been learning how to fight spiritually while leaving the old man behind. He started to minister in song/praise & worship under the tutelage of Apostle Kelvin J. Newton @ the Greater Works Deliverance International Ministries. •He was elevated to Elder in 2012. Shortly after, God called him into executive Pastor. While learning to hear God for himself, he continued to humble himself even when being afraid holding on to his favorite scripture, Luke 1:37 “For With God Nothing Shall Be Impossible” •In 2018, Austin pursued a career in psalms, hymns and melodies unto The Heavenly Father through Jesus Christ our Lord. No matter the storm or struggle, “I will Bless the Lord at all times and His Praises shall continuously be in my mouth.”  •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com •You may also “like” and share the podcast episode; or you may Subscribe to be alerted when the newest show is published. •LET’S TALK: GOSPEL MUSIC GOLD RADIO SHOW AIRS SATURDAY MORNING 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST ON INTERNET RADIO STATION WMRM-DB •The Podcast and Radio show is heard anywhere in the World! •NEW BOOK RELEASE! •Legacy of James C. Chambers: And his Contributions to Gospel Music History •Available Kindle, Paperback or Hardcopy. Available for purchase on Amazon.com

•Samuel Williams, Jr. Selah is a dynamic youth gospel choir with members ranging in ages 5- to 18-years-old. The ministry was formed (circa 2002) with the humble number of 6 members, under the vision to establish a choir at St. Sabina Catholic Church in Chicago, IL, through which youth could share in the rich experience of leading worship and praise. Shortly after it’s founding, Julie Welborn (then Youth Minister) approached Samuel Williams, Jr., an Alumnus of Walt Whitman and the Soul Children of Chicago, to help lead the fledgling choir. After accepting the position of Team Leader/Director of Selah, Sam realized that in order to have a choir that operated in excellence, he had to change the originally set rehearsal schedule from twice a month to every week. •Sam then recruited Jacinta Warnie, a Princeton Graduate, Former Director of the Princeton University Gospel Ensemble and Multiple Choir Alumna as a Co-Team Leader to support the group. Sam also extended the time of rehearsals from one hour to between one and one half to two hours weekly. With the coupling of consistent caring leadership, grounding in the Word of God, and disciplined rehearsals, the group began to grow in number, in vocal strength, and most importantly, spiritually. •Selah quickly began to be recognized across the city of Chicago for their strong vocals, dynamic energetic performances, joyous hearts and sweet spirits. Particularly in this perilous time when so much negative light is cast upon youth, Selah began to be infectious in a great and awesome way! They have performed and shared their ministry with artists and at venues including, but not limited to: • Chance the Rapper (Featured on Chance the Rapper’s Twitter Site) • CSO (Chicago Symphony Orchestra) • Michelle Williams (Formerly of Destiny’s Child) • Jennifer Hudson • Jazz Artists Dave Koz & Jonathan Butler and many others. •The Group is now 35-40 members strong and has released their first self-titled CD Project: Sam Williams & Selah St. Sabina Youth Choir of Chicago! •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com •You may also “like” and share the podcast episode; or you may Subscribe to be alerted when the newest show is published. •LET’S TALK: GOSPEL MUSIC GOLD RADIO SHOW AIRS SATURDAY MORNING 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST ON INTERNET RADIO STATION WMRM-DB •The Podcast and Radio show is heard anywhere in the World!

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•Pierre Walker was born in Chicago, Illinois, soon after his family moved to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania where he was raised and completed his secular education. •Pierre grew up in a home where music was treasured. His father, Rev. Charles Walker is an accomplished concert pianist. Pierre knew at an early age that music would be a vital part of his life. He loves all kinds of music, especially gospel music. •At the age of 9, Pierre began playing at his father’s church in Philadelphia. He began writing songs at the age of 13. To further expand his music education, he attended the Jenkintown Music School in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania, the Settlement School of Music in Philadelphia, PA., and the DePaul University School of Music in Chicago, Illinois under the instruction of Linda Hirt. •Pierre’s professional accomplishments include being the primary organist for many historical churches and distinguished Pastors and leaders in Chicago. IL.  Pierre has performed and recorded with many renowned artists and gospel greats including Dr. Charles G. Hayes, Rev. Dr. Clay Evans, Albertina Walker, the late Rev. Milton Brunson, Aretha Franklin and Patti LaBelle. He has performed in numerous music institutes in Chicago. He has performed nationally and internationally. •In 1993, Pierre received a Grammy Award for the hit song “He’ll Make A Way” recorded by The Christ Tabernacle Combined Choirs under the leadership of the late Rev. Milton Brunson Chicago, Illinois •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com •You may also “like” and share the podcast episode; or you may Subscribe to be alerted when the newest show is published. •LET’S TALK: GOSPEL MUSIC GOLD RADIO SHOW AIRS SATURDAY MORNING 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST ON INTERNET RADIO STATION WMRM-DB •The Podcast and Radio show is heard anywhere in the World!

•Sylvia Fedrick is an award-winning Contemporary Gospel / Christian Artist. The Chicago native started singing at the age of four, receiving much encouragement and coaching from her father Larry V. Fedrick.  While growing up, Sylvia’s father educated her about Jazz, Blues and Gospel music. Sylvia would go from elementary school thru College performing in various stage productions, talent shows and competitions. •Sylvia performed and recorded with Chicago groups :Kajsa” & “Rare Form” during the 1980’s. After a 13-year hiatus from the music industry, she released her Freshman CD “Sistha Under God’s Construction” in 2008. •Receiving a sizable amount of recognition since the projects release, Sylvia landed the 2010 Black Essence Award, along with the nomination for Gospel Music’s Rising Star for the 2012 Chicago Gospel Jubilee Awards.  2020 received the Artist Vision Award from the Akademia in Los Angeles, CA. •Sylvia is currently preparing to release her next CD “Faith, Trust, Determinization.” •Sylvia “The Gospel Breeze” Fedrick! •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com •You may also “like” and share the podcast episode; or you may Subscribe to be alerted when the newest show is published. •LET’S TALK: GOSPEL MUSIC GOLD RADIO SHOW AIRS SATURDAY MORNING 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST ON INTERNET RADIO STATION WMRM-DB •The Podcast and Radio show is heard anywhere in the World!

•Terry Davis began his musical journey singing as a child at New Hope Missionary Baptist Church in Portland, Oregon. Being blessed with the gift to hear and teach harmony at a young age, he began directing New Hope’s Angel Choir.  In 1978, God gave Terry the ability to play piano by ear. Terry accompanied the choirs of New Hope and other local groups and choirs in the Portland-Vancouver area. •In 1983, Terry’s genesis as a songwriter began to emerge. Since then, he’s been blessed to share his music on a local, regional, and national level. His music has been performed or recorded by artists such as Portland Mass Choir, Pacific Northwest Mass Choir, New Song Church, Portland/Vancouver Chapter and Columbus Chapter of the Gospel Music Workshop of America (GMWA) and many other choirs, groups and other recording artists. •Terry has had the blessed privilege to work alongside some well-known artists in the Gospel industry such as the late Thomas Whitfield, Jeffrey LaValley, Rev. Milton Biggham, the late Rickey Grundy, David Curry, the late Helen Stephens, Dr. Margaret Douroux, the late Dr. Charles Fold, the late LaShun Pace, and Pastor Pharis Evans, Jr. •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com •You may also “like” and share the podcast episode; or you may Subscribe to be alerted when the newest show is published. •LET’S TALK: GOSPEL MUSIC GOLD RADIO SHOW AIRS SATURDAY MORNING 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST ON INTERNET RADIO STATION WMRM-DB •The Podcast and Radio show is heard anywhere in the World!

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Titus Showers is a Gospel Recording Artist who grew up in Hammond, Louisiana in Tangipahoa Parish.  He was first recognized as the lead singer for the family group The Showers in 2009.  The groups sound was a mixture of contemporary R&B and traditional Gospel.  The Showers released two Albums which were nominated for Stellar Awards. •Titus released his first solo project in 2019 entitled “Who?” Three years later in 2021 digitally released “We Need You” and in 2022 the single reached Top 10 Billboard Gospel Album and the Top 30 Billboard Single chart. •Titus has been nominated for multiple awards and accolades and has been noted as a Social Media Influencer with over 1 million YouTube  views and over 48 thousand Social Media Followers (across all platforms.) •Titus also has acting in his blood having appeared in several roles with different live stage productions.  In 2021 he appeared in a drama directed by David Whitaker “Cheating in the Next Room” on the Tubi streaming platform with over 4 million views. •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com •You may also “like” and share the podcast episode; or you may Subscribe to be alerted when the newest show is published. •LISTEN TO THE WEEKLY RADIO SHOW ON INTERNET RADIO STATION WMRM-DB SATURDAY MORNING 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST •The Podcast and Radio show is heard anywhere in the World!

•Bruce V. Allen is a Jazz and Inspirational musician who uplifts you through his music.  •“Come Back” is a fresh reminder of the grace of God.  It is the first song that God gave to Bruce after his stroke.  The melodic line begins in the minor mode and transitions to a major mode, which depicts the lyrical background which says “Come Back” to where you belong.  Restore as if you never left your home.  “Come Back!”  If you like instrumentals, you will love the Smooth Sounds of Bruce V. Allen. •Bruce says “I know how it feels to feel far away from God’s Grace and Mercy.  Having a stroke coupled with your gift to play music taken away and your ability to speak well gone at the drop of a hat!”  That was Bruce’s case.  He promised, after God had healed him over a period of time, that he would share his testimony of how God brought him back from a debilitating stroke. •Bruce’s New Release “Come Back” is available on all music outlets! •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com •You may also “like” and share the podcast episode; or you may Subscribe to be alerted when the newest show is published. •NEW RADIO SHOW ON INTERNET RADIO STATION WMRM-DB SATURDAY MORNING 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST •The Podcast and Radio show is heard anywhere in the World!

•Ellen Hayes is back with me again with something new!  She is a flat-footed singer that can belt out notes that shake the soul.  Ellen has been inspiring believers for decades.  The gifted alto epitomizes church with her mastery of traditional Gospel music and contemporary Gospel music.  The multi-talented organist, pianist, vocalist, songwriter, choir director and four-time Rhythm of Gospel Nominee is getting ready to shake up the world of Gospel with NEW RELEASE “Another Chance” featuring Word of Truth Mass Choir! •Ellen says that the Lord “Opened up the creative part” of her mind and began giving her melodies to complement scripture.  Not only did she receive amazing songs, but in the process, she became a devout student of the Bible. •“Another Chance” will be released January 19, 2024!  •What a way to kick off the year 2024! •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com •You may also “like” and share the podcast episode; or you may Subscribe to be alerted when the newest show is published. •NEW RADIO SHOW ON INTERNET RADIO STATION WMRM-DB SATURDAY MORNING 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST •The Podcast and Radio show is heard anywhere in the World!

•Patrick B. Henderson Was born January 1949 in Dallas, TX. a gospel keyboardist, songwriter and producer. •Patrick went on what would be considered a world wind experience after just being able to play several songs for some backup singers who were auditioning for musician, singer, songwriter Leon Russell.  From that brief encounter Patrick travelled around the world and was able to sing and play and share Gospel music at some of the fast-paced Rock Concerts Russell performed. •Patrick not only was well noted for his work in Gospel Music, he also collaborated with singers and musicians of country, bluegrass, southern rock, blues and several other genres.  However, when he decided to record his own albums; he went to his roots – Gospel Music.  He wrote and produced “Look To Jesus” with the West Angeles Church in Christ Sanctuary Choir.  Then later with a solo album “This is Love”. In 1996 Patrick Henderson & The Saints released “Saints Praise and Worship” •In 1990 he won GMA Dove Award for Best Contemporary Record Song of the Year. In 2006, Reverend Patrick Henderson was a contributor in the book “Messengers: Portraits of African American Ministers, Evangelists, Gospel Singers and Other Messengers of the Word” •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com •You may also “like” and share the podcast episode; or you may Subscribe to be alerted when the newest show is published. •NEW RADIO SHOW ON INTERNET RADIO STATION WMRM-DB SATURDAY MORNING 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST •The Podcast and Radio show may be heard anywhere in the World!

•Frederick Shorter an ordained minister of music, the founder, director, and musician for the Blakely Mass Choir, which was founded in 1989. the Minister of Music at Wesley Chapel A. M. E. Church and Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church in Blakely, GA.  Founder and owner of Shorter Productions Company.  Blakely Mass Choir has been in existence for 34 years will celebrate their 35th choir anniversary February 2024. •In 2015 Blakely Mass Choir released their first CD written and arranged by Minister Frederick Shorter. In 2016 the CD was nominated for 6 awards by the National and Independent Gospel Music Association.  In 2017 the choir won in two(2) categories: Song of the Year “I’ve Got To Tell It” & Traditional Choir of the Year. •2019 the choir was inducted into the Living Legend Hall of Fame by the National and Independent Gospel Music Association in Baton Rouge, LA. •2021 in Memphis, Tennessee, the National and Independent Gospel Music Association awarded the Blakely Mass Choir awards for Best Recording Artist with Featured Soloist and Traditional Choir of the Year. •2023, Frederick Shorter and The Blakely Mass Choir was nominated for three (3) awards •Frederick’s Motto: Do live the songs you sing about. •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com •You may also “like” and share the podcast episode; or you may Subscribe to be alerted when the newest show is published. •NEW RADIO SHOW ON INTERNET RADIO STATION WMRM-DB SATURDAY MORNING 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST •The Podcast and Radio show may be heard anywhere in the World!

•The Southern California Community Choir Was organized under the direction of Reverend James Cleveland in the 1960’s, during which the Southern California Community Choir was one of the world's foremost gospel groups. •Immediately following the choir’s beginning they made several appearances on the Television show TV Gospel Time which highlighted Black Gospel musicians and singers.  The show was based in Chicago however aired in several other cities such as New York City; Washington, D.C.; Augusta, GA; Charleston, NC and many cities in less than a year TV Gospel Time had grown to over 20 cites across America. •In addition to Southern California Community Choir singing for the Lord, the choir advanced their inspiring harmonies as background on secular albums by performers such as Kansas (a rock and roll band), Elton John (pop icon), and Arlo Guthrie ( folk singer). •The Southern California Community Choir Released “Give Me A Clean Heart” on Savoy Records in 1970 – which is now under Malaco Record Label. In the 1970’s and into the early 1980’s there was sure to be an appearance on the Billboard Music charts.  The choir under the direction of Rev. James Cleveland also won a Grammy in 1975 for Best Soul Gospel Performance. •Although Southern California Community Choir was filmed in the 2-day Documentary Recording of Aretha Franklin’s Amazing Grace in the 1970’s the film sat dormant for over 15 years not to be released until 2019 after Aretha’s passing in August of the previous year. The choir also participated in the 1980’s hit movie The Blues Brothers starring Dan Aykroyd and John Belushi. •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com •You may also “like” and share the podcast episode; or you may Subscribe to be alerted when the newest show is published. •NEW RADIO SHOW ON INTERNET RADIO STATION WMRM-DB SATURDAY MORNING 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST •The Podcast and Radio show may be heard anywhere in the World!

V.O.P. was Nominated in 2 Categories of the Eddy Awards in 2022, Elder Haynes was also given the Directors Honor by the Eddy Awards. •V.O.P. was Nominated in five Categories of Rhythm Of Gospel Awards. They were selected to appear in the Whitney Houston Movie " I WANNA DANCE WITH SOMEBODY" and appeared in the HBOMAX Series Julia Childs Season 2 Episode 3 in November 2023. •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com •You may also “like” and share the podcast episode; or you may Subscribe to be alerted when the newest show is published. •NEW RADIO SHOW ON INTERNET RADIO STATION WMRM-DB SATURDAY MORNING 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST •The Podcast and Radio show may be heard anywhere in the World!

Pharis Evans, Jr. •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com •You may also “like” and share the podcast episode; or you may Subscribe to be alerted when the newest show is published. •NEW RADIO SHOW ON INTERNET RADIO STATION WMRM-DB SATURDAY MORNING 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST •The Podcast and Radio show may be heard anywhere in the World!

Bishop Jonathan Greer Born in June of 1942 to Bishop Jonathan Greer Sr. and Vanilla “Dear” Thompson in Detroit, Michigan and at a young age moved to Chicago, IL.  Jonathan admiring his father became a musician playing the organ in his father’s church and later by entering the ministry. •In 1968, Jonathan released an organ instrumental album of hymns and spiritual on Nashboro Record label and in 1970 released a second album of instrumentals also on the Nashboro label. •By 1977 Reverend Greer, encouraged by Rev. James Cleveland recorded on the Savoy record label featuring the Inspirational Choir of the Pentecostal Tabernacle Church of God in Christ entitled “Recorded Live in Nashville, Tennessee. •Over 10 years later in 1990 Pastor Greer and the Cathedral of Faith Choir recorded and released “He’s Worthy” to which the album earned a Grammy nomination.  The recording featured LaShun Pace as soloist on “The House of the Lord” which garnered her to be signed as a solo artist on Savoy’s label. 1993 Pastor Jonathan Greer and the Cathedral of Faith Choir recorded another live album “Just Jesus” on Savoy and re-released under Dorothy Norwood Music Group in 2015. •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com •You may also “like” and share the podcast episode; or you may Subscribe to be alerted when the newest show is published. •NEW RADIO SHOW ON INTERNET RADIO STATION WMRM-DB SATURDAY MORNING 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST •The Podcast and Radio show may be heard anywhere in the World!

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•Bishop Carlton D. Pearson & Live at AZUSA •Carlton was born in San Diago, CA March 19, 1953, at the early age of about 4- or 5-years old Carlton got saved.  During his early teen years, he began preaching and ministering.  By the age of 18 he was an ordained minister who had received a scholarship to attend Oral Roberts University in Tulsa, Oklahoma in 1971. •In 1988, Carlton Pearson founded the Azusa Interdenominational Fellowship; a ministry network which counted nearly 600 churches.  Azusa came to be known for the annual conferences drawing crowds in the tens of thousands from around the world and launched the careers of well-known evangelists and recording artists. •An accomplished musician, Bishop Carlton Pearson has been the recipient of two Stellar awards and one Dove award for accomplishments in gospel and contemporary Christian music. Bishop Pearson's "Live at AZUSA" albums were nominated for several Dove and Stellar Awards. "Carlton Pearson Live at AZUSA 2: Precious Memories" won three Stellar Awards. •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com •You may also “like” and share the podcast episode; or you may Subscribe to be alerted when the newest show is published. •NEW RADIO SHOW ON INTERNET RADIO STATION WMRM-DB SATURDAY MORNING 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST •The Podcast and Radio show may be heard anywhere in the World!

•Jai Reed is a native of New Orleans, LA and is nest known as a Gospel Recording Artist with an extensive resume singing R&B, Classic Soul and Love Ballots. •Jai began singing at his local church as a child later traveled with and sang in Tyler Perry’s musical plays.  He has gone on to perform on stages across the US and also on International stages.  He was nominated twice for the Gospel Music Stellar Awards and has won several other music awards including: The Rhythm of Gospel Award; New Orleans Viewers Choice Award; The Big Easy Award and in 2019 The Gulf Coast Gospel Music Award – Male Vocalist of the Year. •Jai has four Gospel Cd’s to his credit with the most recent singles “I Trust You Lord” and Testimony. •Jai hosts his own talk show – “Let’s Talk About It with Jai Reed which airs on FaceBook and YouTube. •Jai Reed is now in his thirteenth year as Senior Pastor of New Beginnings in New Orleans, Louisiana •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com •You may also “like” and share the podcast episode; or you may Subscribe to be alerted when the newest show is published. •NEW RADIO SHOW ON INTERNET RADIO STATION WMRM-DB SATURDAY MORNING 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST •The Podcast and Radio show may be heard anywhere in the World!

•James Earle Hines was born in Atlanta, GA in 1916 where he attended Atlanta public schools and was heavily involved in musical activities in his church.  He also contributed his musical talents around the city, in the Atlanta area colleges and Universities such as Atlanta University, Spelman, Morehouse, Clark and Morris Brown colleges. •In the 1930’s J. Earle was recruited by the president of the National Baptist Convention, Dr. L.K. Williams to sing in a male quartet which Lucie Campbell and E.W.W Isaac were putting together to travel around to churches promoting the National Baptist Convention.  During the same time he formed the Goodwill Singers who travelled around singing following the National Convention. •1946 J. Earle Hines was hired as director at St. Paul Baptist Church in Los Angeles, CA by Rev. John L. Branham.  J. Earle as choir director and Gwendolyn Cooper-Lightner formed The Echos of Eden choir which grew to over 100 voices.  The church and choir had weekly radio broadcasts on KFWB which reached over 17 states. •James Earle Hines has a library of records and recordings over his life span and at the time was compared to musician Kenneth Morris. •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com •You may also “like” and share the podcast episode; or you may Subscribe to be alerted when the newest show is published. •NEW RADIO SHOW ON INTERNET RADIO STATION WMRM-DB SATURDAY MORNING 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST •The Podcast and Radio show may be heard anywhere in the World!

•Isaac Douglas was born May 13, 1940 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and of course began singing Gospel Music as a young child.  He was asked to join Raymond Rasberry Singers at the age of 15; and that is where his reality began to form of him being able to sing Gospel music across the country. Just a few years later he was recruited by Ruth Davis of the famed Davis Singers.  At an early age he saw what is gift of singing did to audiences. •Eventually Isaac began his own group the Isaac Douglas Singers.  Out of that group along with Benny Diggs they formed the New York Community Choir which made a recording to put them on the map singing on Nikki Giovanni’s album “The Truth Is On Its Way” in 1971. •Following a calling Isaac went into ministry and continued to sing and form other groups and choirs.  Over his career he appears on multiple albums and singles where his voice captivated audiences not only in the United States but over seas as well.  There is a recount of him holding 2-hour concerts alone keeping the audience in an uproar throughout. •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com •You may also “like” and share the podcast episode; or you may Subscribe to be alerted when the newest show is published. •NEW RADIO SHOW ON INTERNET RADIO STATION WMRM-DB SATURDAY MORNING 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST •The Podcast and Radio show may be heard anywhere in the World!

•Raymond Rasberry was born March 10, 1930 in Akron, Ohio.  He began playing piano by ear at the age of eight.  When  he heard a song once he was generally able to play that song to the note.  He accompanied singers in his local church playing hymns and shout music as described in the Pentecostal church where his family attended regularly. •Raymond’s talents as a skilled musician, singer and songwriter allowed him to play for such greats in the day as Bishop Robert Hubbard, Della Reece, William Turner, Sister Wynona Carr and several others. •By the mid 1950’s Raymond started his own group the Raymond Rasberry Singers after serving in the Army.  The group became internationally acclaimed having toured and travelled throughout singing good Gospel music.  The group recorded and sold-out auditoriums across the country.  With each album recorded they had continual hits.  Though each anniversary year he and the group would return to Ohio with a stellar line up of artists to celebrate his beginnings. •The group eventually disbanded in 1966 when Raymond followed in the footsteps of Alex Bradford in a couple of ways; one was with a multi-gender group and the other going to New York to present in the Broadway theaters.  Raymond worked as a songwriter and composer rather than Alex who went on stage as an actor. •One of Raymond’s Many Many hits was “Touch Somebody’s Life.” •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com •You may also “like” and share the podcast episode; or you may Subscribe to be alerted when the newest show is published. •NEW RADIO SHOW ON INTERNET RADIO STATION WMRM-DB SATURDAY MORNING 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST •The Podcast and Radio show may be heard anywhere in the World!

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•Brent Jones born in Los Angeles, CA is a Musician, singer, songwriter and choir master who has been at the helm of directing choirs since his early youth.  He began taking piano lessons as early as age 6 and by his teen years became music director at his home church.  In 1999 he began his recording career with the release of Brent Jones & the T.P. Mobb with Holy Roller Entertainment. •Brent’s range in music spans CCM, traditional Gospel, Christian Hip-Hop and more.  To date he has released five albums/CDs and of those recordings his music has been on Billboard magazine charts with both Gospel music and the R&B charts.  Brent is a Grammy Award and Stellar Award winner.  He is currently celebrating his release of “Nothing Else Matters (Remix)” with 40 weeks atop the charts! •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com •You may also “like” and share the podcast episode; or you may Subscribe to be alerted when the newest show is published. •NEW RADIO SHOW ON INTERNET RADIO STATION WMRM-DB SATURDAY MORNING 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST •The Podcast and Radio show may be heard anywhere in the World!

•Albert A. Goodson and his twin brother were born 1933 in Los Angeles, California had no idea what legacy he would leave Gospel Music and the world.  Almost every church around the world has sung his most famous hymn “We’ve Come This Far By Faith”. •When he wrote the song, he said it was one of the lowest times in his young life and he was feeling home sick.  The lyrics and music flowed through him, so he felt that it was definitely a message from the Lord. •Albert Goodson did not know what he wanted to do other than do something in music as a child.  After discovering the beauty in hearing choirs sing and mainly inspired by The Sallie Martin Singers.  He begun singing and getting training from J. Earle Hines and Gwendolyn Cooper-Lightner. •Albert served as pianist for many – but wrote his hit song while as Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church in Chicago, IL under the Pastor, Rev. Clay Evans.  He also played for The Sallie Martin Singers, Mahalia Jackson and several other Gospel pioneers/stars.  As well as directed multiple choirs. •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com •You may also “like” and share the podcast episode; or you may Subscribe to be alerted when the newest show is published. •NEW RADIO SHOW ON INTERNET RADIO STATION WMRM-DB SATURDAY MORNING 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST •The Podcast and Radio show may be heard anywhere in the World!

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•Bishop Walter Lee Hawkins One of gospel music's legendary artists, and beloved figures in contemporary Gospel Music. In over Thirty years of his career, he created one of the most prolific and outstanding catalogs of hit gospel recordings and published songs which include such great hits as: Marvelous, Going Up Yonder, Changed, Be Grateful, Thank You, He's That Kind Of Friend, Until I Found The Lord, Jesus Christ Is the Way, I'm Not The Same, Holy One, Follow Me and a multitude of others. •Walter Hawkins began singing with his family which expanded to his older brother Edwin Hawkins’ choir.  In the early 1970’s Walter left the Edwin Hawkins Singers to establish the Love Center Church in Oakland, California. • Rev. Walter Hawkins and the Love Center Choir had considerable success with the “Love Alive” series of recordings which sold over a million copies. •In 1990 the “Love Alive IV” recording hit #1 on the Billboard Gospel Album charts where it  remained for 33 weeks. •Bishop Walter Hawkins wrote, produced or collaborated on 116 hit songs which were listed on the Billboard Gospel Music charts. •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com •You may also “like” and share the podcast episode; or you may Subscribe to be alerted when the newest show is published. •NEW RADIO SHOW ON INTERNET RADIO STATION WMRM-DB SATURDAY MORNING 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST •The Radio show can be heard anywhere in the World!

•C. Anthony Bryant is a music program manager, composer, conductor and distinguished vocalist who stands as one of the most versatile and technically adept singers of his generation.  •Excelling across various musical genres, C. Anthony has garnered widespread acclaim for his powerful and captivating performances. •He is the leader of 5th Sunday and music leader at the Park Avenue Christian Church.  Bryant formerly served as Minister of Music for Youth at The Abyssinian Baptist Church in the City of New York and as Minister of Music at First Corinthian Baptist Church (Harlem, NY). •In 2015, C. Anthony released his debut album “Hymnody” which weaves timeless hymns into a captivating musical tapestry, reimagining tradition with a fresh and soul-stirring perspective. •Beyond his musical accomplishments, C. Anthony is a fervent advocate for LGBTQIA and Civil Rights. •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com •You may also “like” and share the podcast episode; or you may Subscribe to be alerted when the newest show is published. •NEW RADIO SHOW ON INTERNET RADIO STATION WMRM-DB SATURDAY MORNING 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST •The Podcast and Radio show is heard anywhere in the World!

•Derick Womack II born in Montgomery, AL to parents Apostle D.J. Womack Sr. and V.L. Womack.  He is currently working on his Business Degree. •He has led praise and worship for churches across Alabama, and he plans to take this gift that God has given him beyond the four corners of Alabama. •In 2017, He had the privilege of singing in the V.I.P Conference with host Pastor John P. Kee, with Gospel Quartet's great, Paul Porter of the Christianaires, and Sunday's Best Season Two soulful singer, Jessica Reedy, and S.M.A.C Alabama hosted by Dr. Dorinda Clark-Cole. •He is the founder and visionary of the Bloodline Conference. •Derick released his first debut single titled "Sound From Heaven“ in 2023. •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com •You may also “like” and share the podcast episode; or you may Subscribe to be alerted when the newest show is published. •NEW RADIO SHOW ON INTERNET RADIO STATION WMRM-DB SATURDAY MORNING 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST •The Podcast and Radio show is heard anywhere in the World!

•Apostle Timothy A. Treadwell is the senior pastor of Performing Christ Ministries and Presiding prelate of Grace Covenant Fellowship International. •Dr. Treadwell accepted his call to preach and was licensed in 1986 and ordained in 1996 by his father the late Bishop Willie A. Treadwell and the United Faith Tabernacle Church. In 2001 after the retirement of his father, he was appointed pastor. Seeking to advance the vision in 2003 he renamed the church Performing Christ Ministries. •He currently presides over 75 churches and ministries of Grace Covenant Fellowship International. Dr. Treadwell is also a co-founder of the Apostolic and Episcopal Congress, an organization designed to train, mentor and edify the body of Christ in the area of Kingdom principles, fivefold ministry and spiritual gifts. •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com •You may also “like” and share the podcast episode; or you may Subscribe to be alerted when the newest show is published. •NEW RADIO SHOW ON INTERNET RADIO STATION WMRM-DB SATURDAY MORNING 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST •The Podcast and Radio show is heard anywhere in the World!

•Stanley Ray Jr Watson  is a native of Norfolk, VA.  He has received International exposure through radio and print; interviewed by George Houston of Blessed Lifestyle Magazine.  Ray Jr hosted his own radio program on WPCE 1350 AM and also made the Nielsen BDS charts in 2009 which has been proclaimed as “the leading supplier of performance monitoring” by Musicrypt. •Stanley Ray’s Gospel music Ministry includes many releases, one being the new re-packaged CD “I Am A New Creature” (2023) and “Mercy & Grace” (2014).  He has collaborated with Dominque Mitchell Presents Inspirational Music For The Soul, Vol 1 (2016).  RayJr has 3 recent singles “I Want To Be Like Jesus” (2019).  “All Power In His Hand” (2020) and “You Lord” (2021). •Stanley Ray Jr has shared the stage with some of Gospel Music industry’s leading artists including Smokie Norful, Deitrick Haddon and Vicki Winans to name few. He was invited to the 96.3 KISS-FM’s Family Reunion Gospel Showcase in Augusta, Georgia. •Stanley Ray Jr is affiliated and registered with BMI as a Composer/Writer/Publisher, producing songs of Praise & Worship. •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com •You may also “like” and share the podcast episode; or you may Subscribe to be alerted when the newest show is published. •NEW RADIO SHOW ON INTERNET RADIO STATION WMRM-DB SATURDAY MORNING 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST •The Podcast and Radio show is heard anywhere in the World!

•Trina Danielle Washington aka Trina Trine was born in Columbus, OH. Her musical training started at the tender age of three (3) starting as a pianist, singer and then ultimately challenging herself to master the organ at the tender age of twelve (12) which would inevitably become her master instrument. •Trina credits her lifetime musical education with The Conservatory of Music Ohio, her father, Bishop Donald J  Washington, Senior Pastor of Mt. Hermon Missionary Baptist Church of Columbus, OH, her vocal coach, Joseph M. Thrower of Reynoldsburg High School, The Ohio State University, Capital University and Berklee School Of Music. •Trina will graduate this Fall 2023 from Southern New Hampshire University with a degree of Business Administration/Healthcare Management. Known for her smooth chord progressions and reharmonizations on both keyboard and organ along with her pedal toned singing, Trina is also a lyric mezzo soprano with a four and a half octave range and known to easily glide from low registers in contralto ranges like Sarah Vaughan to high ranges like Minnie Riperton. •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com •You may also “like” and share the podcast episode; or you may Subscribe to be alerted when the newest show is published. •NEW RADIO SHOW ON INTERNET RADIO STATION WMRM-DB SATURDAY MORNING 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST •The Podcast and Radio show is heard everywhere in the World!

Reverend James Moore was a singer and songwriter first “discovered” on the recording of Gospel Music Workshop of America (GMAC) where he dazzled the ears, touched the hearts and ministered to spirts of those who heard him.  Although he had a harsh childhood it was the relationship, he had with one of his mentors who took him to church.  Mrs. Elma Parham encouraged him to join the Church of God in Christ (COGIC) where he gave his life to God. •In 1974 Savoy releases James’  first recording “I Thak You Master”,  just months after he had been awarded the Thurston Frazier Scholarship from the Gospel Music Workshop of America (GMWA).  It was over 10 years later before he broke into the industry in a major way in 1988 under the Malaco record label “Live”  The album hit the Top 10 on Billboard’s Top Gospel Albums chart. •James Moore recorded with GMWA, the Hawkins Family, Daryl Coley and so many others prior to him becoming a chart-topping solo artist. •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com •You may also “like” and share the podcast episode; or you may Subscribe to be alerted when the newest show is published. •NEW RADIO SHOW ON INTERNET RADIO STATION WMRM-DB SATURDAY MORNING 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST •The Radio show can be heard anywhere in the World!

•Pastor Reginald McCraken  organized the second oldest community choir in Chicago, The True Voices of Christ Concert Ensemble (TVOCCE) in 1970, with 20 members. The TVOCCE are an Interdenominational Community Ensemble with a present-day membership of 50 voices. The Ensemble can boast of having some of the best musicians anywhere: Min. Eric Thomas, Pierre Walker, Kamaron Jarmon, Phillip Feaster, Anthony Harmon and many others. •In the late 1960’s he was Vice President of the Antioch Baptist Church youth choir.  A few years later he transferred his membership to Fellowship Baptist Church under the pasturage of Rev. Clay Evans where he served as Assistant Ministry of Music under the leadership of Lou Della Evans Reid affectionately known as “Mama Lou”.  He served there from 1976 until 2001. •Reginald received his license into ministry in 1999 and was ordained in 2001. In 2002 he founded and pastors the Church of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and established by the late Rev. Bishop Clay Evans. •In addition to Reginald McCraken and TVOCCE recording their own album “We’re Having Church”.  They appeared on other recordings as well  with artists such as Dorothy Norwood and appeared as a guest of the Mayor of Chicago at the McCormick Place for the New Millennium park in 2005. •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com •You may also “like” and share the podcast episode; or you may Subscribe to be alerted when the newest show is published. •NEW RADIO SHOW ON INTERNET RADIO STATION WMRM-DB SATURDAY MORNING 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST •The Podcast and Radio show is heard anywhere in the World!

•Berll Pemberton aka Nailz: the frontman for the band “Poor Legacy” fills the void with conscious lyrics, melodic chords, heavy bass and drum rhythms. Poor Legacy’s distinctive sound breathes fresh new life in a time when it is most needed. •Poor Legacy is comprised for frontman Nailz, D-Note (Keyboardist) and E-Rhythm (Drummer).  The band originated in Waterbury, CT at the great house of God called House of Joy & Praise in 2001. •Berll (Nailz) began performing at the age of twelve and over the years has preformed in various shows at afterschool programs in Waterbury.  Along the way he met cousins Danny Edwards (D-Note) and Eric Kee (E-Rhythm) to which the three formed Poor Legacy.  The group has recorded music relentlessly.  In 2004 the group was a finalist in the McDonalds Gospel Fest at Hofstra University in Hempstead, NY.  The group has had multiple accomplishments including set to release a few more albums this year. •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com •You may also “like” and share the podcast episode; or you may Subscribe to be alerted when the newest show is published. •NEW RADIO SHOW ON INTERNET RADIO STATION WMRM-DB SATURDAY MORNING 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST •The Podcast and Radio show is heard anywhere in the World!

•Patrick Foreman started under the direction of his Mother who had him singing as early as 3 with no fear.  He became a lead singer in the children’s choir in Hamburg, Arkansas.  Over the years he never stopped singing even into his tenure in the Marine Corps. •Patrick said that his favorite part of singing worship music is that pleasing feeling he feels from God, like a Father watching his son walk for the first time. God instilled that passion for music in his heart and he gets to let it out every time he sings lifting high the name of Jesus. •2023 Patrick won Praise & Worship CD of the Year and Traditional CD of the Year at the Rhythm Of Gospel Awards show in Dallas, TX for Psalms 117 •Patrick currently serves as Prison/Jail Ministry Leader •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com •You may also “like” and share the podcast episode; or you may subscribe to be alerted when the newest show is published. •NEW RADIO SHOW ON INTERNET RADIO STATION WMRM-DB SATURDAY MORNING 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST •The Podcast and Radio show is heard anywhere in the World!

•Ellen says that the Lord “Opened up the creative part” of her mind and began giving her melodies to complement scripture.  Not only did she receive amazing songs, but in the process, she became a devout student of the Bible. •Her exquisite knowledge of the Word of God is apparent in Ellen’s forthcoming release Scripture is at the very center of her song, “The Holy City”,  a track on the new release. •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com •You may also “like” and share the podcast episode; or you may Subscribe to be alerted when the newest show is published. •NEW RADIO SHOW ON INTERNET RADIO STATION WMRM-DB SATURDAY MORNING 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST •The Podcast and Radio show is heard anywhere in the World!

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Lady Helen Stevens musician, singer, director and organizer of Northern California (Nor-Cal) Chapter of Gospel Music Workshop of America (GMWA). She founded groups and choirs one of which was The Voices of Christ, of Berkeley, California at Progressive Baptist Church •Helen Stephens had a long history in music obtaining a music degree at Dillard University in 1949.  Dillard being the first Historically Black College Universities in the United States.  Helen was very active in the gospel music community as musician, singer and educator.  She presented quite a few firsts and accomplished recordings with all of her groups and choirs. •For her work in gospel music across the country and abroad she earned the title Lady Helen Stevens.  Bringing her talents from New Orleans, her birthplace to the California Bay Area being one of the key persons to launch Community Choirs in Northern California. •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com •You may also “like” and share the podcast episode; or you may Subscribe to be alerted when the newest show is published. •NEW RADIO SHOW ON INTERNET RADIO STATION WMRM-DB SATURDAY MORNING 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST •The Radio show can be heard anywhere in the World!

•Danniebelle Hall was a musician, singer& songwriter best known for her Hit song “Ordinary People”.  However before the world known song hit the airways Danniebell started her musical career with her two younger sisters forming a trio called the Jones Sisters in Pittsburgh, PA. •Danniebelle was not finished forming groups and singing, she later formed a quartet named the Danniebelles in the San Francisco Bay area. During the time evangelizing with World Crusade Ministries she and her group were afforded the opportunity to produce and record and album. •In the late 1960’s Danniebelle teamed up with Andrae Crouch and the Disciples and became one of the lead vocalists with the Disciples leading such songs as “Take Me Back, Tell Them and several others. •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com •You may also “like” and share the podcast episode; or you may Subscribe to be alerted when the newest show is published. •NEW RADIO SHOW ON INTERNET RADIO STATION WMRM-DB SATURDAY MORNING 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST •The Radio show can be heard anywhere in the World!

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•Don’t Bother Me, I Can’t Cope was a musical written by Miki Grant and directed by Vinnette Carroll.  This production not only included Gospel music, it also included jazz, funk, soul, calypso and soft rock. •In this musical which is the second production I have found to have Alex Bradford playing an important part contributing his talents as a feature character/actor/singer along with his wife Alberta Bradford.  She played a role as singer and actress in the Broadway production.  Alberta Bradford was not only a singer; she was a musician and songwriter who not only played for her husband Alex Bradford and his group; she also played for other singing aggregations such as Chesapeake Choral Union, the National Convention of Gospel Choirs & Choruses and several other groups. •The play itself focused on the African-American experience with songs reflecting various topics about ghetto life, student protests, Black power and feminism. •This show was the Directorial debut of Vinnnette Carroll who was the first black woman to direct a play on Broadway.  The play was written by Micki Grant; singer, actress, writer and composer.  Micki was a featured actress in one of the earlier soap operas “Another World. •with Calvin Gibbs, Jr. as Co-Host •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com •You may also “like” and share the podcast episode; or you may Subscribe to be alerted when the newest show is published. •NEW RADIO SHOW ON INTERNET RADIO STATION WMRM-DB SATURDAY MORNING 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST •The Podcast and Radio show may be heard anywhere in the World!

•Frank Biggs and the Historic St. Agatha Catholic Church (Celebrating 131 years in 2023) •Frank was a musician, director, singer and pioneer in the Catholic Church.  He founded the FIRST Gospel choir in the Archdiocese of Chicago, IL on the Westside at the historic St. Agatha Catholic Church under the pastor Fr. John Barlow in 1972. •Frank began his career at St. Agatha as the Minister of Music for the church a few years prior where he played the Pipe Organ and Grand Piano for all of the services.  He also sang and occasionally had one or two soloists sing the traditional Catholic hymns and chants. •With the community changing in the Lawndale community and more African American families attending services the Pastor along with Frank knew there had to be some musical changes, especially with Latin language Mass being phased out.  Under the Pastoral leadership of Fr. John Barlow, Frank Biggs asked to start a Gospel Choir to sing at one of the 3 Sunday Masses. •St. Agatha Catholic Church became the First Catholic Church in the Chicago Archdiocese to sing traditional Gospel music (and sang like a Protestant choir.) •Please send me an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send an email to letstalk2gmg@gmail.com •You may also “like” and share the podcast episode; or you may Subscribe to be alerted when the newest show is published. •NEW RADIO SHOW ON INTERNET RADIO STATION WMRM-DB SATURDAY MORNING 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST •The Radio show can be heard anywhere in the World!