so did the music—moving from Gospel-laced calls for unity to unfiltered accounts of life in a system designed to oppress. The next wave of artists wouldn’t just sing about injustice; they would declare war on
"To God Be The Glory" is an old time gospel hit that is familiar to both black and multicultural churches. The lyric content is simple, stressing that God has done wonderful things in which he should receive glory for. What's good about this being used as a benediction song is that it...
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A captivating biographical drama that delves into the life and career of legendary singer Aretha Franklin, from her humble beginnings as a gospel singer to her rise as the undisputed Queen of Soul. This powerful film offers an intimate look at her struggles with personal demons, family turmo...
“I strive to create music that reflects the full scope of my influences. My sound pulls from everything I grew up on: soul, gospel, rock, blues, and even country because that feels like home to me. At the end of the day, I want my music to stand for something: authenticity, freed...
Thank you so much for posting the story about the Unity Celebration in Shenandoah, Pa. on your fascinating website. It heartens me greatly to know that so many extraordinary people like you and your readers care. Our town’s struggle to cope with the relentless offenses to the spirit gives...
Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all ...
“house” to describe the music DJs likeFrankie Knuckles— who would come to be known as the godfather of the genre — played there, grafting gospel and soul vocals over kick drums made with the era’s emerging drum machine technology and played at 120-130 beats per minute. With a ...
Since 2000 Bigg Feva has written and arranged a multitude of R&B, Rap, Jazz, Gospel and pop songs. In 2002 Bigg Feva released, "Don't Go down without a Fight", a collection of songs that provides a glimpse in the inner cities of the United States. Lyrics and Life was released in...
Avey’s re-learning of tribal literacy involves paying homage to the “Long-time People” (ancestors), the Caribbean and the motherland, and appeasing Aunt Cuney and begging her forgiveness for not honoring the Ibos or spreading the gospel of the Ibo Landing. Finally, it means recalling and...